Energytech Cypher | Newsletter= 18

Liftoff Cohort 2 is here =E2=80=94 a 10-week virtual fu= ndraising program kicking off June 1st, with weekly live sessions every Mon= day and a live in-person negotiation simulation in Houston, TX to close it = out. Register for the program by May 20. https://www.cephyron.com/liftoff

Learn to raise your first million =E2=80=94 and get Cephyron IRM to = execute it.

Energytech Cypher Members: Free =E2=80=94 no subscription required

Cephyron Ignite: $150/month $75/monthLiftoff included =C2=B7 50% off for= a limited time

Cephyron Boost: $500/month $250/monthLiftoff included =C2=B7 50% off for= a limited time

Program starts June 1. Sign up by May 20.

TL;DR

-4/28 Join EnergyTech Cypher for the Cephyron Launch Party. Get a live demo of Cephyron -=C2=A0an inv= estor relationship management tool designed to help founders connect with t= he right investors and raise smarter.

-4/28 Cypher members Gary Mart= in and Ian Uriarte are hosting the Latino Founders Forum =E2=80=93 = Houston Launch. Register here.

-Last Week-We hosted our weekly Cypher Fundraising Workshop, a platform = where founders get real guidance instead of generic advice. Founders dug in= to real fundraising challenges, emphasizing the need for warm introductions= , screening investors, etc.

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

Eric Rubenstein - New Clim= ate Ventures

In our latest conversation with Eric Rubenstein from New Climate Venture= s, we explore what it really takes to operate at a high level beyond just t= alking about building. From making high-stakes decisions with limited infor= mation to navigating capital, pressure and uncertainty, Eric shares how inv= estors actually think behind the scenes. We also break down what separates = founders who get funded, where most people waste time in fundraising, and h= ow to stay clear-headed when the stakes are high.

Listen here: Energy Tech Startups-=C2=A0Eric Rubenstein - New Climate Ventures

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

=F0=9F=A4=9D Monday (4/27) | Networking | Beezi Product Hunt - C= up of Joey =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Beezi AI is now live on Product Hunt. The platform brings structure to A= I-driven software=C2=A0development helping teams organize tickets, route ta= sks to the right models, and track usage=C2=A0and costs in real time. Built= for engineering teams already using AI, it adds clarity, control, and=C2= =A0predictability to increasingly complex workflows. Check out the launch a= nd if you're in Houston,=C2=A0join them this morning at the Ion for Cup of = Joey (9=E2=80=9311 AM).=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D Tuesday (4/28) | Networking | Cypher Fundraising Wo= rkshop & Cephyron=C2=A0Launch Party =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A= =A1

Join EnergyTech Cypher for the Cephyron Launch Party. Get a live demo of= Cephyron - an=C2=A0investor relationship management tool designed to help = founders connect with the right=C2=A0investors and raise smarter. The sessi= on includes a hands-on workshop on fundraising strategy,=C2=A0followed by o= pen office hours with the team. Learn, ask questions, and build momentum fo= r your=C2=A0next raise.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=8C=9F Tuesday (4/28) |= Networking | Latino Founders Forum =E2=80=93 Houston Launch
Jo= in for the official Houston launch of the Latino Founders Forum =E2=80=94 a= monthly gathering for founders, operators, investors, creatives, and profe= ssionals building real things in Houston. Rooted in supporting and elevatin= g Latino entrepreneurs, the room is open to everyone who values community, = culture, and meaningful connection. Come pull up, grab a drink, and meet th= e ambitious people shaping Houston's next chapter. Register now | Tuesday, April 28 | 5:00 PM =E2=80=93 7:00= PM

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

Solidec= =C2=A0=C2=A0raised over $2M in pre-seed funding with participation from= Flathead Forge Fund 1 and other investors. The company develops modular sy= stems to produce key industrial chemicals using air, water, and electricity= =2E It has also launched a pilot proj= ect with=C2=A0Lynas Rare Earths=C2= =A0in Australia. Solidec plans to use the funding to scale its onsite chemi= cal manufacturing platform. Learn more

Solidec= =C2=A0=C2=A0was named =E2=80=9CGreen Materials Solution of the Year=E2= =80=9D in the CleanTech Breakthrough Awards. The company was recognized for= its technology that produces industrial chemicals using only air, water, a= nd electricity, advancing low-emissions, modular chemical manufacturing sol= utions. 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 Here=

=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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