Bridge the Gap: BRITE’s Clients Highlighted at the White House Capital Convening

BRITE’s Clients Highlighted at White House Capital Convening on the Importance of Climate Finance for Innovation and Rapid Deployment On May 30th, 2024, on behalf of the White House, the National Economic Council hosted leaders across the United States to unveil the  Climate Capital Guidebook, positioned as a “one-stop shop” for information on federal funding programs – such […]

FERC transmission planning rule should spark Northeast Ohio’s clean-energy growth

Solar energy panels, wind power and electricity pylons

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has made a transformative decision with Order 1920, FERC’s first major overhaul in transmission planning policies in over a decade. The order is designed to facilitate the development of reliable, efficient, and cost-effective energy infrastructure. The move is timely, addressing the surge in power demand across the nation due […]

More Awards Given Out Than Ever Before at 2024 NREL Industry Growth Forum

Co-fouders of Adena Power pose with their people's choice award

Pictured: Neil Kidner and Nathan Cooley of Adena Power At the 2024 Industry Growth Forum hosted by NREL, an unprecedented number of awards were distributed to groundbreaking clean technology innovators, highlighting the event’s growing significance in promoting sustainable energy solutions. In its 29th year, themed “Breaking Ground,” the forum recognized eight standout companies from a […]

GBA and Regional Partners Launch Appalachian Sustainable Products Network, Issue call for Manufacturers toParticipate in No-Cost Product Life Cycle Assessment

Wood planks s for walls and beams in the construction of a new sustainable wooden house.

ASPN will equip Upper Appalachia to meet increasing residential and commercial sectordemand for the products and materials used to construct, renovate, and operate healthy,energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure, and connect buildings to a cleaner grid PITTSBURGH (March 25, 2024) — The Green Building Alliance (GBA), together with West VirginiaUniversity, including WVU Extension and Vantage Ventures; Catalyst […]

The climate case for a career in mining

Mining Crew on Site

The clean energy transition requires minerals mining, but young workers are reluctant to join an industry known for exploitation. Mansur Arief never imagined himself working in mining. As an artificial intelligence researcher finishing a PhD at Carnegie Mellon University, he developed safety algorithms for self-driving cars. But then he took a postdoctoral position at Stanford University, where […]

Biden administration announces tech hubs in Pennsylvania, Ohio to boost economic growth

Macro pictures of an integrated circuit on a black PCB with a processor and semiconductors

Part of the CHIPS and Science act, which was signed into law last year, the hubs are expected to increase national security and job creation and help communities across the country become centers critical to the country’s competitiveness with China. The Biden administration today announced the formation of 32 hubs that will “catalyze investment in […]

From Milestones to Self-Transformation: My 40-Year Journey Around the Sun

BRITE President and CEO with his family

Author: Rick Stockburger, BRITE President & CEO In the world of startups, we often emphasize the significance of reaching milestones. Today, I’d like to kick off this blog with a personal milestone of my own. As of this writing, on the crisp morning of October 26, 2023, I have completed 40 revolutions around the sun. […]

The Future of Energy: The Shift Towards Sustainability

Panelists and moderator on stage at a GREYT CULTURE event

Conversations on the Future of Energy with Innovation Experts In a rapidly changing world, discussions about the future of energy have never been more critical. On June 23, 2023, atop the Electric Gardens rooftop in Cleveland, Ohio, a thought-provoking dialogue unfolded during the “Golden Hour Tech Talk.” This captivating conversation, moderated by BRITE’s Expert-in-Residence, Randy […]

Paving the Way to Equitable Transit: A Collaborative Journey

Jing Lyon, India Birdsong Terry, and BRITE member companies standing near Cleveland sign

Conversations on Accessibility and Innovation with Regional Leaders BRITE’s Startup Programs Director Jing Lyon had the opportunity to sit down with India Birdsong Terry of the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA), Michael Peters of Sway Mobility, and Ryan McManus of SHARE Mobility and discuss equity in mobility. Kicking off Greyt Culture’s 2023 Golden Hour […]