Are you interested in innovating solutions to climate challenges but not sure where to start? This session will provide an overview of federal resources available for scientists who are interested in climate innovation and entrepreneurship. The session will begin with a summary of the types of resources available across federal agencies that can support climate innovation, provided by representatives from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Following the introduction, we will be joined by a panel of climate innovators and entrepreneurs who have partnered or worked with federal agencies like NOAA, NASA, the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the Department of Energy (DOE). Panelists will share their experiences leveraging a variety of tools and resources to drive climate innovation and support their entrepreneurial endeavors.

The session will include a variety of perspectives from companies who have leveraged resources such as the Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) funding programs, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and other opportunities to work alongside federal partners in the ocean, climate, and space communities. Following the presentation, there will be a 90-minute breakout session to encourage interaction with agencies and the variety of resources being featured in this panel. You are invited to speak directly with presenters, panelists, other agency experts, and entrepreneurs to learn more about specific programs and opportunities.

You’re also invited to join us for a 90-minute breakout session follow-up to the Navigating Climate Innovation for Beginners: Federal Funding & Partnering workshop to encourage interaction with agencies and the variety of resources featured on the panel. Climate innovators and entrepreneurs who have partnered or worked with federal agencies and representatives from agencies including NOAA, NASA, the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Department of Energy (DOE), and others will be available to answer your questions in a small group setting. Resources represented include Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) funding, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and other tools for supporting innovation in the ocean, climate, and space communities. Attendees are invited to speak directly with presenters, panelists, and other invited guests, including agency experts and entrepreneurs, to learn more about specific programs and opportunities.