An extended application deadline for the Second Annual Cleantech Innovation Awards has been announced by the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster (RTCC), an initiative of business, government, academic and nonprofit leaders focused on accelerating the growth of the statewide and regional cleantech economy. Entries will now be accepted through October 16th, with the virtual awards ceremony and RTCC annual meeting to be held on December 9th.
The award applications are now open and feature the following nine (9) categories:
- Cleantech Entrepreneur Award
- Diversity in Cleantech Award
- Water Innovation Award
- Cleantech Community Award
- Grid Innovation Award
- Cleantech Impact Award
- Cleantech Champion of the Year
- Cleantech Talent Initiative Award
- Transportation Innovation Award
The awards will again be judged by executives from the cleantech industry and public sectors. All award finalists will participate in an invitation-only virtual reception to network with industry peers.
“The RTCC Cleantech Innovation Awards recognizes the people, companies, and cleantech initiatives driving continued progress in North Carolina’s energy efficiency, transportation, water, and smart grid solutions,” said Susan Sanford, executive director of the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster (RTCC). “This year, RTCC acknowledges the strong ecosystem for disruptive thinking across our state with the launch of the Cleantech Entrepreneur Award.”
In addition, registration is open for the 2020 Cleantech Innovation Awards ceremony and RTCC Annual Meeting which will take place virtually on Wednesday, December 9th at noon to recognize and honor the individuals and organizations driving cleantech innovation and deployment in North Carolina, celebrate success stories, and take advantage of networking with 200+ innovators from the Triangle and beyond. There are additional opportunities for companies to partner with RTCC as a sponsor for the awards event.
About Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster (RTCC)
The Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster (RTCC) is an initiative of business, government, academic and nonprofit leaders working to accelerate the region’s cleantech economy through collaboration and partnerships that promote innovation and sector growth. For more information, visit www.researchtrianglecleantech.
