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December 01, 2021 | Tom Ballard

Three organizations join forces to sponsor “Diversity In ClimateTech” accelerator

Diversity In ClimateTech” is an accelerator launched in early 2021 that recruits, educates, inspires and supports the growth of companies led by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and women founders on the forefront of climate tech innovation.

Launched by Cornell University, NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority), and Chloe Capital, the accelerator is focused on founders with innovations that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support the decarbonization of the economy, and broadly reduce energy consumption were recruited to participate in the accelerator.

At a recent event hosted by Cornell, Chloe Capital offered more than $500,000 in funding to participants. Click here to learn more about the partnership.


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