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Greenville Startup, Advanced Power & Energy, Receives Game-Changing $500,000 Investment to Pave the Way for Safer EV Charging Stations

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

A groundbreaking advancement in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology is set to transform the industry as Greenville-based startup, Advanced Power & Energy, secures a significant investment of $500,000 from the Mercer County Innovation Fund, in collaboration with Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern Pennsylvania.

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Clean energy firm Husk signs UN energy compact as it begins solar mini-grid expansion in Nigeria, rest of Africa

TechCrunch

Husk Power Systems , a clean energy company that has been at the forefront of fueling rural electrification since 2008, is planning to launch 500 solar mini-grids in Nigeria over the next five years. “We welcome the Energy Compact commitments made by Husk Power and appreciate their leadership.

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NSF Regional Innovation Engines Development Awards announced by NSF

American Entrepreneurship

$43 million invested to foster regional collaboration to support the economic growth of communities through innovation Universities, nonprofits, businesses and other organizations across the U.S. These first-time awards were given to 44 teams around the country tasked with driving American innovation into the future.

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NJEDA to Host Clean Energy Loan Program Information Session for Small Businesses

American Entrepreneurship

Program offers loans to finance clean energy projects or the creation or expansion of clean energy businesses TRENTON, N.J. April 12, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will host a virtual public information session on the New Jersey Clean Energy Loans (NJ CELs) Program on Monday, April 17 at 1:00 p.m.

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Celebrating 25 Years Supporting Innovation

Innovation 2 Enterprise

Our 25th anniversary is not just a milestone – it’s a testament to the unwavering dedication of a community committed to innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. These companies span numerous industries such as software/IT, healthcare services and devices, energy and environment, manufacturing, and biotechnology.

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Two Local Erie Startups win Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator Business Bootcamp

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Pictured left to right: Barry Snyder, Erin Kerner, Bob Dornich (TechCelerator Coach), Michael Irvin “We are thrilled to witness the success of these promising startups and their potential to drive economic growth in the Erie region,” remarked Brian Slawin, Portfolio Manager for Ben Franklin CNP. Premier Manufacturing – d.b.a

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NJEDA to Extend Submission Deadline for the New Jersey Green Fund RFEI

American Entrepreneurship

WHAT: The planned NJGF will make clean energy investments to help facilitate an equitable energy transition in the State. About the NJEDA and the NJGF The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) serves as the State’s principal agency for driving economic growth.