February, 2010

Argyle, CertiRx Corporation, Dyzen, Inc., EcoCurrent and EntoGenetics have been selected to receive a total of $200,000 in grants from NC IDEA.  See press release for full details.

The NC IDEA Spring grant cycle available to North Carolina based companies opens on Monday, February 22, 2010.  There are two pre-proposal deadlines: Friday, March 5th and Friday, March 19th.

Due to the competitive nature of the screening process, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the first deadline, giving them the benefit of an extended review period. All interested companies must submit an application prior to the final pre-proposal deadline

Learn more at www.ncidea.org

Building a Renewable Energy Industry in the Charlotte Region

Wednesday, February 24, 2010
US National Whitewater Center, Charlotte
Policy Forum: 4-6 pm
Networking Reception: 6-8 pm
(Doors open at 3:30 pm)

NOTE: Online Registration Has Ended, see http://www.ncsustainableenergy.org/events/

Join the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA), business and energy leaders, government officials and economic development experts for a unique educational and networking event at the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte on Wednesday, February 24th from 4-8 pm. Speakers and attendees will discuss and debate the following question: What energy policies would create the most renewable energy jobs and attract the most business to the 16-county Charlotte region? Please email Joel Olsen, NCSEA’s Acting Charlotte Region Director, at joel@energync.org if you have questions about this event or click on the links below to register – Space is Limited!

Next CleanLinks RTP Event:

Tuesday, March 2, 2010
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Tosca
604 West Morgan Street
Durham, NC 27701
Register here

Come help kick off the 2010 happy hour networking series under the new name, CleanLinks.  CleanLinks is the same high quality group of Triangle area businesses interested and involved in cleantech, renewable energy, energy efficiency and other green business initiatives.   As always, event attendance is free, light appetizers will be provided by Tosca and drinks are available at the participant’s expense. 

 2010 is shaping up to be a year of remarkable cleantech business growth in North Carolina so help propel the industry by making valuable business connections with local professionals.

 We hope to see you there!

North Carolina businesses and service providers can participate in a live program and webcast on renewable energy, including a discussion of the  financing options for renewable energy projects and companies through tax credits, grants, loans and other incentives.

See the NC Bar Association’s brochure for more information.