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SOUTHFIELD—The Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Whirlpool Corporation, Gerdau, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and Breakthrough Energy, announced the launch of the Industrial Decarbonization Innovation Challenge.
The challenge aims to discover and support groundbreaking technologies and startups focused on decarbonizing the industrial sector.
The challenge focuses on three main areas:
Startups and innovators are encouraged to submit their applications starting Aug. 21, with the submission deadline set for Nov. 30. Finalists will be announced in January 2024. Those finalists will have an opportunity to engage in a paid pilot project where up to $250,000 will be made available to support industrial decarbonization demonstrations and other technology development services.
The Industrial Decarbonization Innovation Challenge offers participants the opportunity to demonstrate their technologies, products and services to industry leaders, meet potential commercial partners, and climate tech ecosystem disruptors alike. Selected companies will be able to engage in paid pilots, secure potential commercial relationships, networking opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts.
“The U.S. industrial sector accounts for approximately 35% of total U.S. end-use energy consumption and 33% of total U.S. energy consumption. Michigan has a strong industrial base with over 10,000 manufacturers. It is essential that we support their transition to reduce energy consumption and emissions. By doing this effectively we also provide our local manufacturers with an opportunity to improve their operational margins and improve their global competitiveness,” said Dan Radomski, CEO of the Centrepolis Accelerator.
Centrepolis Accelerator, Whirlpool Corporation, Gerdaud, EGLE, MEDC, NREL and Breakthrough Energy invite startups and established companies with portfolio technologies fitting the challenge criteria to participate in this groundbreaking initiative.
Challenge partners hope to drive innovation and create a more sustainable future for the industrial sector.
For more information on the Industrial Decarbonization Innovation Challenge, including application details and eligibility criteria, please visit https://www.centrepolis.org/industrial-decarbonization.
About Centrepolis Accelerator @ LTU
Centrepolis Accelerator is an organization dedicated to supporting and accelerating the growth of cleantech and advanced manufacturing startups. In partnership with MEDC, EGLE, Whirlpool Corporation, Gerdau, NREL, and Breakthrough Energy. Centrepolis Accelerator is committed to fostering innovation and driving industrial decarbonization through programs including the Industrial Decarbonization Innovation Challenge, C3 Accelerator and the MI Climate Wise Business.
Lawrence Technological University, www.ltu.edu, is one of only 13 private, technological, comprehensive doctoral universities in the United States. Located in Southfield, Mich., LTU was founded in 1932, and offers more than 100 programs through its Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Technology, Engineering, and Health Sciences, as well as Specs@LTU as part of its growing Center for Professional Development. PayScale lists Lawrence Tech among the nation’s top 11 percent of universities for alumni salaries. Forbes and The Wall Street Journal rank LTU among the nation’s top 10 percent. U.S. News and World Report lists it in the top tier of best in the Midwest colleges. Students benefit from small class sizes and a real-world, hands-on, “theory and practice” education with an emphasis on leadership. Activities on Lawrence Tech’s 107-acre campus include more than 60 student organizations and NAIA varsity sports.
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
About Gerdau
Gerdau works to support the entire steel chain, while keeping in mind the needs of its clients and their end consumers. Gerdau is the largest producer of long steel in the Americas, with steel mills in Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru, United States, Uruguay and Venezuela.
About EGLE
The mission of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is to protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources. EGLE works side-by-side with partners at local, regional, state, and federal levels to safeguard Michigan’s environment while supporting the economic growth and development crucial for our state’s future.
About Breakthrough Energy
Breakthrough Energy was founded by Bill Gates in 2015 to accelerate the clean energy transition and help the world reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Through investment vehicles, philanthropic programs, policy advocacy and other activities, Breakthrough Energy is committed to scaling the technologies the world needs to meet its climate goals.
About the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, job awareness and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. For more information on the MEDC and our initiatives, visit www.MichiganBusiness.org. For Pure Michigan tourism information, your trip begins at www.michigan.org.
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