Free Electrons: Connecting startups with the world’s leading energy utilities

Join Free Electrons: Connecting startups with the world’s leading energy utilities where startups will work alongside ten energy utilities from around the globe to deliver cutting edge solutions and co-create the future of energy. The program will focus on working together to pilot projects, commercially deploy products,  facilitate investment opportunities, learning, and development. Deals to date exceed USD $50m+.

Eligibility

You can apply to this program if you’re a:

• Startup company
• Aspiring Entrepreneur

Benefits

• The program includes 4 one-week-long modules held across the globe, where startups work closely with the Utilities, local accelerators, and mentors to refine their company’s solution and explore options to jump-start their company’s growth
• Each module is structured to facilitate ongoing conversations between startups and utilities to refine value propositions, seed pilot projects, and explore investment opportunities

Other benefits include:

• Test Solutions: Test their solution in the energy sector in partnership with utilities
• Develop Pilots: Develop a viable pilot side by side with the utilities
• Receive Feedback: Receive input, feedback, and insight into their product/service and business
• Gain Exposure: Gain exposure to American, European, and Asian markets
• Grow Networks: Grow their networks by immersing themselves in local and global ecosystems
• Contract and Receive Investment: Opportunity to sell their products to utilities and seek investment from utilities. Deals to date exceed $20m
• Work with Open Innovation experts: Work with open innovation partner Beta-i on strategy, approach, and receive advice on pitching to corporates
• Access Mentors & Experts: Access a global pool of mentors and experts matched to their unique requirements

Application process

• Click here to apply