Catalyst
Catalyst, funded by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, supports early-stage research and prototype development for climate and clean energy technologies in Massachusetts.
Funder: Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per award; typically one-year duration; up to 15 awards per cycle
Summary: Early-stage funding and commercialization support for MA-based researchers and startups developing climate and clean energy technologies.
Key Information: Highly competitive (≈15% success rate); strict eligibility and application requirements.
Description
The Catalyst Program, administered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) in partnership with MassVentures, provides early-stage grants to support the development of prototypes for climate and clean energy technologies in Massachusetts. The program aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and commercial viability, stimulating investor and industry interest in innovations that drive decarbonization, resilience, and sustainability. Catalyst supports both startups and academic researchers, offering not just funding but also access to a network of partners, mentors, and commercialization coaching.
