InnovateMass
Forecasted
InnovateMass supports growth-stage climatetech companies with clean energy demonstrations that validate technology performance, show value to customers and investors, and advance commercialization.
Funder: Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $350,000 per project, plus technical support, for up to 24 months
Summary: InnovateMass funds clean energy and climatetech demonstrations that validate performance and advance commercialization.
Key Information: Lead applicants must be U.S.-based climatetech small businesses, meet Massachusetts presence requirements by award, and have a demonstration partner.
Description
InnovateMass, administered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), supports growth-stage companies deploying new clean energy technologies or innovative combinations of existing technologies. It addresses the commercialization funding gap between angel investment and later venture capital or strategic investment. Grants and technical support help companies validate technology performance, demonstrate value to customers and investors, and advance toward market deployment rather than laboratory-scale development.
Both hardware and software are supported. Priority areas include energy and electricity, transportation, manufacturing and industry, agriculture and water, buildings, resilience and adaptation, and enabling solutions. Carbon dioxide removal companies are encouraged to apply. Projects should deliver measurable climate or clean energy benefits while supporting Massachusetts economic development through business growth, jobs, infrastructure, or customer savings.
