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CalSEED (California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative) is sponsored by California Energy Commission. CalSEED provides small grant funding for entrepreneurs to develop their clean energy ideas and produce early prototypes. This funding helps bridge the gap in financing for clean energy technologies at an early stage, enabling entrepreneurs to compete for follow-on funding.
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Watch our series of videos highlighting our awardees: CalSEED Stories Play/Pause video Your browser does not support the video tag. Video montage of the CalSEED team at work. Investing in California’s clean energy future Developing the next generation of clean energy entrepreneurs through early-stage grants of up to $700k.
Administered by New Energy Nexus , CalSEED is one of several initiatives funded by the California Energy Commission EPIC program to advance energy innovation. CalSEED grants of up to $700,000 are awarded to early-stage clean energy entrepreneurs to accelerate California’s clean energy goals.
Reinforcing the Backbone of Electrification CalSEED Cohort 7 Prototype Awards Announcement The Coolest Hours Are the Ones You Don’t Pay For From prototype to powerhouse: how CalSEED helped spark Antora Energy’s growth “Due to our involvement with CalSEED, we plan to support a more equitable society by seeking diverse candidates in our hiring practices and providing differentiated products that specifically increase clean energy access, increase jobs, and provide economic opportunities to disadvantaged, low-income, and vulnerable communities.
” —SolarFlexes, CalSEED Cohort 3 Company The California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative (CalSEED) is a $48m grant program created to help early-stage California clean energy startups bring their concepts and prototypes to market. CalSEED is administered by New Energy Nexus on behalf of the California Energy Commission. Want to apply but have questions?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Entrepreneurs developing clean energy technologies, with a focus on small businesses, women, minorities, and disabled veterans. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
CalSEED (California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative) is funded by California Energy Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA SBIR Phase I Solicitation invites small businesses to submit proposals for projects addressing critical environmental challenges. Awards are for six months to demonstrate proof of concept. Key focus areas include Clean and Safe Water, Air Quality and Climate, Homeland Security, Circular Economy/Sustainable Materials, and Safer Chemicals.
Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
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