Energytech Cypher | Newslette= r 17 (4/20 - 4/24)

Applications are op= en for our Liftoff Cohort 2, a 7-week sprint to raise capital and scale you= r energy tech startup. It will take place from May 12th to June 23r= d. If you're interested in joining, please register hereby April 24. <= /p>

Liftoff Cohort 2 is he= re =E2=80=94 a 10-week virtual fundraising program kicking off May= 4, with weekly live sessions every Monday and a live in-person negotiation= simulation in Houston, TX to close it out. Register for the program by Apr= il 24. https://www.cephyr= on.com/liftoff

TL;DR

-4/23 Join EnergyTech Cypher for our weekly Fundraising Workshop Series,= designed to help energy founders navigate capital raising, entrepreneurshi= p and scaling. Register here.=C2=A0

-Last week, we hosted our weekly workshop series with EnergyTech Nexus, = diving into fundraising strategy, entrepreneurship, and scaling energy tech= nologies. The session combined an interactive workshop with hands-on office= hours, giving founders direct access to practical insights and tailored gu= idance.=C2=A0

=F0=9F=94=AEAround the Nexus:

Donald Kendell - =C2= =A0New Climate Venture

In our latest conversation with Donald Kendell of=C2=A0New Climate Ventu= re shares how early-stage companies can stand out in a crowded market and w= hy =E2=80=9Cpicks and shovels=E2=80=9D innovations are often where the bigg= est opportunities lie. From improving battery performance and solar efficie= ncy to recycling materials and scaling sustainable fuels, the focus is on t= echnologies that enhance existing systems and drive long-term value.=C2=A0<= /p>

Listen here: Energy Tech Startups -New Climate Venture

=F0=9F=97=93=EF=B8=8F Events this week:

=F0=9F=92=A1 Monday (4/20) | Opportunity | iUP Innovation Connec= tions 2026 =E2=80=93 Global=C2=A0Startup Opportunity =E2=9A=A1=E2= =9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join iUP Innovation Connections 2026, integrated with ROG.e 2026, bringi= ng startups together=C2=A0with industry leaders in oil, gas and energy. Par= ticipating startups gain exhibition space, pitch=C2=A0opportunities and cur= ated speed-dating with major companies seeking innovation. The event=C2=A0t= akes place September 21-24 in Rio den Janeiro. Last date to apply is April = 20, 2026.=C2=A0Learn more<= /a>

=F0=9F=92=A1 Monday (4/20) | Opportunity | Pitch Application for= Founders Live Houston=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Founders Live is seeking a City Leader to launch and manage events in Ho= uston. The role=C2=A0involves building the local startup community and host= ing future Founders Live pitch events.=C2=A0Once a City Leader is onboarded= , startups in the city can participate and pitch at upcoming=C2=A0events. I= nterested candidates can apply directly or be referred to help bring Founde= rs Live to=C2=A0Houston.=C2=A0 Learn more

=F0=9F=91=A5 Monday - Wednesday (4/20 - 4/22) | Conference | 10t= h Annual E-Capital Summit

EarthX=E2=80=99s invitation-only 10th Annual E-Capital Summit, taking pl= ace April 20=E2=80=9322, 2026 at the=C2=A0Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. = Over the past nine years, the E-Capital Summit has convened=C2=A03,200+ par= ticipants from 40 states and 25 countries, including 570+ active investors = and 630+=C2=A0emerging innovators. The 2026 program includes the Investment= Forum, one-on-one E-Capital=C2=A0Connections, E-Commercialization Connecti= ons, the EarthX Climate Tech Prize pitch=C2=A0competition, the Emerging Inn= ovator Showcase, and the EarthxCapital Women=E2=80=99s Leadership=C2=A0Symp= osium.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D Wednesday (4/22) | Networking | 9Zero Climate Found= er Summit =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

An afternoon bringing together climate founders, operators, and investor= s focused on building=C2=A0and scaling real solutions. Expect candid conver= sations, practical insights, and a strong peer=C2=A0network.=C2=A0Register now

=E2=9A=99 Thursday (4/23) | Workshop | Energytech Cypher Fundrai= sing Workshop=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join EnergyTech Cypher for our weekly Fundraising Workshop Series, desig= ned to help energy=C2=A0founders navigate capital raising, entrepreneurship= and scaling. Each session includes an=C2=A0interactive workshop on fundrai= sing strategy and industry best practices, plus a walkthrough of=C2=A0the C= ypher platform. Stick around for office hours with the Cypher team.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=91=A5 Thursday - Friday (4/23 - 4/24) | Conference | Amer= ican Data Centers Forum

American Data Center Forum brings together developers, engineers, utilit= ies, energy providers,=C2=A0and policymakers to discuss how to power and sc= ale next-gen data centers. The agenda=C2=A0centers on sustainable power, re= siliency, grid integration, decarbonization, and AI-driven energy=C2=A0dema= nd, underscoring the growing link between digital infrastructure and energy= systems.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=91=A5 Friday (4/24) | Conference | Global Climate Solutio= ns Summit 2026 =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

A full-day gathering spotlighting scalable climate solutions and the lea= ders driving them forward.=C2=A0Expect cross-sector conversations, actionab= le insights, and meaningful connections.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=92=A1 Saturday (4/25) | Opportunity | The Pitch by Deel <= /strong>=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Founders from across the USA, Canada, and Latin America will come togeth= er to connect,=C2=A0collaborate, and showcase innovation. Top teams from No= rth and Latin America will compete,=C2=A0sharing bold ideas and global pers= pectives.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=94=AEMember News from the Nexus:

Solidec=C2=A0has officially = launched its new website, showcasing its mission to localize and decarboniz= e chemical production.=C2=A0By producing essential chemicals on-site using = only air, water and electricity, the company is rethinking supply chains an= d reducing carbon impact.=C2=A0Explore how they=E2=80=99re shaping the futu= re of manufacturing. Learn more

=F0=9F=97=93=EF=B8=8F=C2=A0Looking Ahead:

=F0=9F=91=A5 (5/4 - 5/7) | 2026 Offshore Technology Conference

OTC 2026 will take place May 4=E2=80=937 in Houston, bringing together g= lobal offshore energy leaders to showcase new technologies, share technical= insights, and discuss the future of offshore oil, gas, and renewable devel= opments. With hundreds of presentations and a large exhibitor floor, the co= nference provides a focused look at innovations shaping offshore operations= , safety, project execution, and emerging low-carbon solutions. This event = remains a key platform for professionals seeking practical updates and indu= stry-driven knowledge across the offshore energy sector. Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D (5/7) | Town Hall =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join us for our upcoming Town Hall & Monthly Energy Tech Conclave, a= quarterly gathering built for meaningful connections across the energy and= climate ecosystem. This is a space for=C2=A0founders, operators and indust= ry leaders to exchange insights, build relationships and support=C2=A0each = other=E2=80=99s work in the transition.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=92=A1 (5/13) | From the Source=E2=80=99s Mouth: Funding &= amp; Innovation Opportunities with=C2=A0DARPA =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1= =E2=9A=A1

Join Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) for an exclusive = =E2=80=9CFrom the Source=E2=80=99s Mouth=E2=80=9D session featuring Program= Director Jennifer Thabet. Discover how DARPA works, explore SBIR/STTR fund= ing opportunities, and learn how initiatives like DARPA Connect support new= and non-traditional innovators. This no-cost, one-hour session includes a = live Q&A and practical guidance on engaging with DARPA.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=91=A5 (5/18 - 5/20) | Esri Energy Resources GIS Conferenc= e

Unlock the power of geographic intelligence at the 2026 ERGIS Conference= , where energy leaders explore innovative applications across oil and gas, = pipelines, renewables, and infrastructure. The event equips decision makers= with actionable GIS insights for asset management, regulatory compliance, = planning, and sustainable energy deployment. Learn how to harness spatial d= ata to optimize operations, reduce risk, and drive strategic advantage in a= fast-changing energy sector. RSVP here

=F0=9F=91=A5 (5/20) | Cypher AI Summit =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A= =A1=E2=9A=A1

Join this Summit bringing together tech leaders, industry operators and = AI startups to explore=C2=A0how AI is driving real business impact across s= ectors. From technical deep dives to real-world=C2=A0case studies and execu= tive panels, the event is designed to turn AI potential into practical=C2= =A0outcomes. Expect cross-industry insights, strategic conversations and me= aningful connections=C2=A0between technology providers and decision-makers.= =C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=91=A5 (5/20 - 5/21) | ESF North America

ESF North America unites downstream-industry leaders, refiners, petroche= mical professionals, and sustainability stakeholders to explore how technol= ogy and innovation can drive a more resilient and efficient future in refin= ing and chemicals. The forum showcases strategies for decarbonization, digi= tal transformation, and operational excellence in an evolving energy landsc= ape. Register now

=F0=9F=92=A1 (5/21) | From the Source=E2=80=99s Mouth: NSF SBIR = Funding for High-Impact=C2=A0Innovation =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A= =A1

Hear directly from National Science Foundation Program Director Ben Schr= ag in this =E2=80=9CFrom theSource=E2=80=99s Mouth=E2=80=9D session. Learn = how America=E2=80=99s Seed Fund supports high-risk, high-impact=C2=A0techno= logies through the NSF SBIR program, which awards ~$200M annually to startu= ps. The=C2=A0session will cover priority technology areas, proposal tips, a= nd funding pathways, followed by a=C2=A0live Q&A.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D (5/28) | Founders & Funders Fusion =E2= =9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join Founders & Funders Fusion, a premier gathering bringing togethe= r innovators, founders=C2=A0and investors shaping the future of energy and = climatetech. Designed to spark meaningful=C2=A0conversations and partnershi= ps, this event creates space for collaboration across the energy=C2=A0trans= ition ecosystem. Set in Houston, it=E2=80=99s a must-attend for anyone buil= ding, funding or=C2=A0deploying decarbonization solutions.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=91=A5 (6/1 - 6/3) | CLEANPOWER 2026 Conference and Exhibi= tion

CLEANPOWER 2026 is a key gathering for leaders across wind, solar, stora= ge, transmission, and emerging clean-energy technologies. The conference br= ings together companies, policymakers, and innovators to exchange insights = and highlight developments shaping the clean-power sector. Register now

=F0=9F=92=A1 (6/5) | Startup Prize: Energy by the Prize Foundati= on =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Prize Foundation is actively recruiting for Startup Prize, supporting ea= rly-stage companies in=C2=A0electricity and fuel. The program emphasizes cu= rated roundtables and meaningful investor=C2=A0conversations over tradition= al pitches. Registration closing June 9.=C2=A0Learn more

=E2=9A=99 (6/16) | Energy Projects Conference and Expo<= /p>
The EPC Show brings together professionals across major energy-project s= ectors such as engineering, construction, operations and procurement to tac= kle the challenges of mega-project delivery. Covering topics from LNG and p= etrochemicals to midstream and renewable infrastructure, attendees will gai= n actionable insights, innovations and high-value networking opportunities.= RSVP Her= e

=F0=9F=91=A5 (6/16 - 6/17) | Energy Project Conference and Expo<= /strong>

The EPC Show brings together more than 10,000 professionals across engin= eering, procurement, construction, and operations to highlight the latest d= evelopments in major energy projects. With over 250 speakers and 400 exhibi= tors, the event showcases new technologies, industry insights, and best pra= ctices across LNG, petrochemicals, power, and midstream. It remains a key p= latform for networking and knowledge-sharing across the full project-delive= ry ecosystem. Read more

=F0=9F=91=A5 (9/10 - 9/11) | Digitalization in Oil & Gas Con= ference

Unlock the potential of digital transformation at the Digitalization in = Oil & Gas Conference, where energy leaders explore how automation, data= analytics, AI, and digital tools are reshaping upstream, midstream, and do= wnstream operations. The event equips decision makers with practical insigh= ts to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance across the value cha= in. Learn how proven digital strategies are being applied to optimize opera= tions, reduce costs, and drive competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving = energy sector. RSVP here

=F0=9F=91=A5 (10/21 - 10/23) | SPE Annual Technical Conference a= nd Exhibition (ATCE)

The SPE Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition (ATCE) brings toget= her global upstream professionals to share technical insights and showcase = the latest advancements in oil and gas. The event features cutting-edge res= earch, technology demonstrations, and expert-led sessions across key indust= ry themes. It also offers strong networking opportunities for companies, in= novators, and emerging talent. ATCE remains a leading platform for shaping = the future of exploration and production.=C2=A0Learn more

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