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Cleantech
CURRENT
CCIA's monthly newsletter keeps you CURRENT
September 21,
2017
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LETTER FROM CCIA
 One of CCIA's objectives is to help innovative cleantech companies enter the commercial market, in fact it's one of our favorite things to do. Our fourth annual Oil & Gas Cleantech Challenge was September 7, and we were pleased to offer our oil and gas partners (Noble Energy, ConocoPhillips, and BP Lower 48) another round of innovative clean technology solutions.
Each year our partners help us identify common challenges facing their industry that might be mitigated through a clean technology solution. Based on the identified challenges (methane detection, noise mitigation, remote power access, etc.) CCIA implements a national call for applications and then the industry partners choose which companies they would like to invite to Denver in order to learn more. Many of the technology companies from past years are still in talks with our industry partners and some have either signed commercial contracts or are working on pilots.
Earlier this year we offered the same cleantech challenge program to the mining industry and it was equally successful. We look forward to reporting back on their progress and successes in working with both industries.
Warm Regards,
Mary Austin
Partnerships Director
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Upcoming CCIA Events
Annual Cleantech Awards Celebration
Wednesday, October 25
The annual Cleantech Awards Celebration, at
Rayback Collective
in Boulder this year, brings the cleantech community together to honor the creativity, innovation, and dedication to a cleaner energy future put forth by Colorado's entrepreneurs, educators, corporate innovators, volunteers and policymakers. Mark your calendars today and please plan to join us on October 25 in Boulder. Register now!
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JOBS
Volunteers and Interns needed for the upcoming U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon
The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon is a collegiate competition of 10 contests that challenge student teams to design and build full-size, energy-efficient, solar-powered houses. The winner most successfully blends design excellence, smart energy strategies, innovation, and market potential. Volunteers work alongside Solar Decathlon organizers serving as a greeter, docent, visitor liaison, education day mentors and more. To learn more or register, visit Solar Decathlon Volunteers. For unpaid internships, inquire at [email protected].
AMP Robotics Has 5
Open Positions Including Machine Learning Architect and Robot Technician
AMP Robotics is a rapidly growing startup at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and recycling. They are an innovative team located near Denver and Boulder, Colorado. Current job openings are posted here.
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Partner News and Events
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Denver's 80 X 50 Climate Goal
Denver's Department of Environmental Health released a Stakeholder Report recently that outlines the initial list of strategies to put Denver on a path to an 80% reduction in Greenhouse Gas emissions by 2050.
Upcoming Partner Events
Energy Day
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September 23, 2017
Energy Day 2017 is Colorado's first free family festival, showcasing interactive demonstrations and exhibits across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Energy Day will host students of all ages, and their families, to meet and engage with a variety of industry experts and educators from all sorts of organizations, to help spark an interest in energy and STEM careers for K-12 students. Learn more about Energy Day.
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| AESP Mixer |
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September 25, 2017, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
The 2017 Colorado Energy Industry Mixer will be held on Monday September 25, 2017 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Bohemian Biergarten in Boulder. This is your chance to rub shoulders with Colorado's energy industry leaders, enjoy a few drinks and - if you're lucky - win a raffle prize like a smart thermostat (thanks Nest!) or an Echo Dot.
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Traxion Accelerator Series
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October 4 - November 8 2017, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The Traxion Accelerator Series is an accelerated program designed to help founders & teams create a focused business plan in a short time frame that is supported by customer feedback, a financial model and clear messaging. The five classes build on each other - so attendance at all is preferred. 5 classes, Wednesdays 6-8pm. No class October 18.
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| CO-LABS Governor's Awards |
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October 5, 2017, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
CO-LABS announces the winners of 2017 Governor's Awards for High-Impact Research. This event honors Colorado's
top scientists and engineers for projects having a significant impact on society. Now in its 9th year, the event gathers scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, business leaders and government officials to celebrate the exceptional and groundbreaking work of scientists and engineers from Colorado's federally-funded research labs and institutions.
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The Power of Energy Efficiency
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October 5, 2017, 5:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Join EEBC for a night of fun, food, drinks, and live music on National Energy Efficiency Day at the Historic Boettcher Mansion in downtown Denver. They are celebrating the 10-Year Anniversary of advocating for energy efficiency programs and rebates and renewal of Colorado's Energy Efficiency Resource Standard for another 10 years! Register for the celebration.
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Cyber Workshop for NREL
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October 9 - 10, 2017
As part of the NREL Smart Grid Education Series distribution, please join the annual Cyber Workshop for the National Renewable Energy Lab to be held on October 9th and 10th at the Denver West Marriott in Golden Colorado.
This year our theme is the "Security & Resilience Best Practices for Distributed Energy Resources Integrated to the Electric Grid."
Email [email protected] for more information.
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October 26
switch~ is a fun, fast-paced event about sharing sustainable energy ideas. The presentation concept is Pecha Kucha style, where speakers have just a few minutes to present and inspire the audience about their topic. switch~ is an opportunity for energy change-makers to meet, spread cutting-edge ideas, and network with other professionals who are driving social change and industry innovation. switch~ is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit event. The call for speakers is open for this October 26 Boulder event.
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CREA Energy Innovations Summit
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October 30, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join the Colorado Rural Electric Association at the 2017 Energy Innovations Summit. More information and register.
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21st Century Energy Transition Symposium
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October 30-31
The 7th annual 21st Century Energy Transition Symposium will be held on the Colorado State University campus located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Theme: Tackling Energy's Grand Challenges
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14062 Denver West Parkway
Building 52, Suite 300
Golden, Colorado 80401
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Thank you for reading! See you next time.
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