CO-WY Engine Startups

The Colorado-Wyoming Engine’s Startup program supports startups developing innovative solutions in the areas of wildfire, soil, water, and air through advanced sensing, computational analytics, and environmental decision-making technologies.  

Program Benefits

Our Program provides 1-1 strategic advisory and support as well as partners, and investor connections, tailored to the specific needs and goals of each startup company.
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We offer customized 1-1 advisory and support to help startups commercialize and accelerate their impact and company growth, including:

• Partnership Connections - Collaborations with universities, national labs, and industry leaders.
• Corporate Engagement - Introductions to potential customers, partners, and pilot opportunities.
• Industry Advising - Advisory and mentoring from experts in climate technology, business development, and commercialization.
• Capital Access - Support in securing funding through grants, venture capital, and strategic partnerships.
• Custom Research - Access expert research on capital strategy and markets.
• Workforce Support - Access to skilled talent and workforce development programs.

Focus Areas:

The program is designed for startups with technologies in one or more of the Engine’sAdvanced Sensing and Computation for Environmental Decision-making and solutions in one or more of the following Engine focus areas:

• Wildfire Preparedness & Response
• Soil Health
• Air Quality
• Water Quality & Availability
  

Application Process:

• Submit an application – Provide details about your startup and technology.
• Discovery call – The CO-WY Engine’s Translation Director will review your application, assess your needs and determine program fit

Join us at the CO-WY Engine and take the first step towards accelerating your startup's growth and contributing to climate resilience.