How empowering startups helps reshore technology in the U.S.
ChargeUp grad, Ateios, awarded Battery Manufacturer of the Year
Investor-ready and networks expanded with Cohort 2
ChargeUp is a 6-month accelerator program that supports startups developing next-gen solutions across the battery and energy storage value chain. ChargeUp provides $25,000, expert-led curriculum and dedicated mentors to advance technology commercialization and investor readiness for startups.
As the nation’s first and only accelerator dedicated to supporting battery and energy storage startups, ChargeUp propels domestic battery industry innovation while fostering economic growth in upstate New York.
Why Apply to ChargeUp?
Get Funding
$25,000 for companies to participate in the 6-month hybrid program, with connections to key investors and opportunities for follow-on investment, including up to $100,000 for technical development.
Learn From Experts
Over 200 hours of rigorous curriculum that will help your company become investment-ready by mastering business due diligence, design for manufacturing, managing complex supply chains, product pricing and other topics, led by industry veterans.
Join America’s Battery Tech Hub
Join a nation-leading comprehensive innovation ecosystem designated as a federal Battery Tech Hub to get access to additional opportunities and resources to develop your technologies, including:
- Battery prototyping and testing infrastructure and services
- Collaborations with world-class researchers
- Mentoring from top battery and energy storage industry experts
- Paid business, engineering and material sciences student talent
- NENY Battery Academy workforce training programs
- Grants dedicated to battery and energy storage companies
- Supply chain networking and resources
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