Ready. Set. Pilot.
Joules is a non-profit organization that supports early-stage climate tech startups in the Southeast and beyond. Our team makes quick, warm connections to relevant network stakeholders across the region, and finds revenue-generating pilots and other commercialization opportunities for member startups. Our partners include Duke Energy, Microsoft, S&C Electric, EY and more.
IDENTIFY
We conduct due diligence on hundreds of startups, narrowing down to 7-10 per cohort.
ADVISE
We pair startups with network advisors and supported through a 90-day accelerator program.
CONNECT
We connect startups to industry partners and business development opportunities.
DEPLOY
We support startup launches, pivots and pilot projects to ensure tech is ready for market.
Our 90-Day Program Process
STEP ONE
Apply through our Cohort Application. Select teams will receive an invite for a quick call. Cohort finalists will be announced within a month of application close. All applicants will receive a follow up.
STEP TWO
If selected, you will be onboarded, paired with a student intern, and connected to industry advisors who will help find commercialization opportunities for you.
STEP THREE
Cohort startups participate in occasional in person and virtual events to pitch to potential customers. Our job is to help you make meaningful and lasting connections.
STEP FOUR
After 90 days, you and your cohort graduate and become eligible to apply for a Joules Camp pilot grant ($10-20k) to deploy your technology with our partners in underserved communities across the Carolinas.
Key Benefits
Access to hundreds of network member advisors including key utilities like Duke Energy
Consideration for Joules Camp, which includes core team support and pilot project sponsorship
Invitation and sponsorship to in-person pitch events and networking opportunities
Engagement and community building with other climate tech founders and teams
Entry Criteria
All climate facing technologies, especially those focused on decarbonization and electrification
Building a scalable product or service that would benefit from a pilot
Demonstrated traction and are between Pre-Seed and Series A stage
Your startup would directly benefit from our program and network partners/mentors
Testimonials
"The team at Joules has been an excellent partner for Ribbit Network. They are incredibly humble, helpful, and focused on our shared climate goals."
Keenan Johnson
CEO & Founder, Ribbit Network
"Joules is accelerating DEP by allowing us to leverage their experience and curated network of professionals, so we can navigate the startup space more effectively as we grow our company."
Dusan Brhlik
CEO & Founder,
Direct Energy Partners
"We believe that the relationships, opportunities and resources that Joules offers will provide immense value to our company and its growth."
Eric Cohen
'CEO & Founder, Noteworthy AI
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