Date: Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:30-8pm, American Underground, Durham Register Here. Interested in learning more about one of the top global CleanTech investment firms? Attend this upcoming presentation and networking reception to connect with ABB Technology Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of the ABB Group, one of the world’s largest engineering companies. Speakers: Grant... [Read More]
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CleanLinks RTP Forum and Reception, Feb. 9, Durham
January 24th, 2012The Quest by Daniel Yergin – a global energy fable, but what is the moral?
November 25th, 2011I recently finished The Quest – Energy, Security, and the Remaking of the Modern World, by Daniel Yergin. I would recommend it for anyone wanting a comprehensive overview of energy and willing to commit to a long, but well written 720 pages. The book is quite comprehensive, dealing with oil, natural gas, coal, electricity, renewables,... [Read More]
CleanScapes Investment Provides Win-Win-Win with Recology Merger
November 8th, 2011November 8, 2011 On November 1, SJF Ventures’ portfolio company CleanScapes, a Seattle-based recycling and waste collection firm, closed a merger transaction with another leading West Coast firm, Recology, the largest U.S. employee-owned company in the waste and recycling industry. The deal was a strong win-win-win for customers, employees, shareholders and the environment. The two... [Read More]
After Solyndra: Cleantech Investing Still Makes Sense
September 23rd, 2011Given the recent bankruptcies of U.S. solar manufacturers Solyndra, Spectrawatt and Evergreen Solar, some are asking if cleantech investing is viable. At SJF, our cleantech portfolio companies are achieving good results, particularly utilizing capital efficient, innovative business models that can thrive in the U.S. market. These firms are applying new business models to a variety of well established... [Read More]
Apply by September 12 to be Part of the Cleantech Network!
September 9th, 2011Do you want to accelerate your business’ success? Do you currently or plan to have operations in Appalachia? Don’t miss your opportunity to participate in this year’s SJF Cleantech Mentorship Program! Applications for the first round of participants in the mentorship program are due by the end of the day on September 12. This expanded... [Read More]
Call for Cleantech Entrepreneurs in Appalachia, Deadline September 12th!
August 16th, 2011SJF Institute, in partnership with Appalachia Regional Commission, is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for Appalachian-based cleantech entrepreneurs to participate in the SJF Cleantech Mentorship Program. All early stage entrepreneurs located within the Appalachia region helping to grow businesses serving the fields of energy & efficiency, recycling & waste, sustainable agriculture, water management, green... [Read More]
“First-Ever” Guide to NC’s Clean Energy Economy Released
July 18th, 2011Highly-Valuable Information Compiled Together in “2011 NC Clean Energy Data Book” RALEIGH – What is North Carolina’s clean energy economy – and what does it encompass? What are our state’s clean energy resources, installed projects, business and job creation opportunities, and what regions of our state are leading the way? The NC Sustainable Energy Association... [Read More]
CleanLinks Forum and Happy Hour, August 31, Durham
July 18th, 2011Building Your Business since the Grant – Hearing from Past North Carolina Green Business Fund Winners August 31, 2011 5:30 – 8 pm American Underground 334 Blackwell Street Durham, NC Featured Speakers David Flagler, Clean Marine Solutions Beth Rehbock, Senior VP and CAO, Microcell Corporation Byron Owens, Owner, Vesture To register or for... [Read More]
Bull City Forward hosts Innovation Cafe, Wed. July 20, Beyu Caffe
July 11th, 2011Bull City Forward will feature Luke Fishback of PlotWatt at their next Innovation Cafe on Wednesday, July 20 at Beyu Caffe in downtown Durham. The event will start at 7 pm with a thirty minute presentation followed by a happy hour. More on PlotWatt PlotWatt helps people to reduce their energy bills. Their cloud-based algorithms analyze... [Read More]
Firm Featured at May 24 CleanLinks Forum Funded
June 23rd, 2011PlotWatt, a SmartGrid startup based in Durham, NC, recently received $1 million in venture capital from a Silicon Valley venture capital fund. The firm, which helps consumers make smart decisions and save money on utility bills based on smart grid information, also won a GE Ecomagination challenge, which came with an additional $100,000. Luke Fishback, PlotWatt Founder and... [Read More]
