The climate crisis demands new and better technology—from green energy sources to cleaner industrial processes and far beyond. Universities, including Harvard, play a significant role in generating that new tech.
“Many of the innovations driving clean tech started in university labs,” said Jim Stock, Vice Provost for Climate and Sustainability and Director of the Salata Institute. “The trick is getting the best ideas out of the lab and into the world where they can reduce climate pollution and save lives.”
Harvard’s Office of Technology Development and the Salata Institute launched the Climate and Sustainability Translational Fund to accelerate the pace of startup formation by providing crucial gap funding, mentorship, and guidance for Harvard research teams to address climate and sustainability challenges.
“Advancing creativity in the lab toward effective commercial solutions is vital for tackling pressing climate and sustainability challenges,” stated Isaac Kohlberg, Senior Associate Provost and Chief Technology Development Officer at Harvard University. “This fund provides Harvard researchers not only translational funding, but also creates the connections with mentors, companies, and investors necessary to build successful companies.”
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