Startup Showcase & Innovation Challenge

Accelerating the development and deployment of new grid edge technologies is critical to delivering a more flexible, sustainable, and reliable electricity grid. 

The IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference and Exposition is set to ignite this transformation by spotlighting innovative startups throughout the event. Stop by Startup Alley to explore exhibiting startup companies. Listen in on Lightning Speed Pitches from 40 of the industry’s hottest startups looking for their big break. And startups, utilities, investors/funders, and project hosts are invited to take part in the inaugural Grid Edge Innovation Challenge which aims to solve critical grid edge challenges by connecting industry leaders with selected startups.

GRID EDGE INNOVATION CHALLENGE

GRID EDGE INNOVATION CHALLENGE

The first-ever Grid Edge Innovation Challenge will occur on 22 January 2025. This invite-only roundtable workshop is designed to inspire alignment and action regarding critical, utility-scale grid edge challenges. Led by utilities, private/public leaders, and investors/funders, the Innovation Challenge will convene at roundtables, connecting leaders with selected startups to accelerate the development of potential funded engagements within 24 months. 

Participants should have a specific problem/solution of interest related to the Grid Edge Technologies Conference theme. Examples include:

Request your invitation to participate in this one-of-a-kind opportunity. There is no fee to participate but event registration is required. A limited number of seats are available!

STARTUPS INVITE REQUEST

Less than 20 seats remain!

Startups with up to $50M USD equity raised are encouraged to request an invitation by completing the form and including a 3-minute max recorded video describing your solution. The format of the video should include:

• Yourself: the participant should be included in the video recording.
• Slides: maximum of 5 presentation slides
  • Explain the problem you are trying to solve. Grid Edge-related problems only.
  • Market
  • Solution
  • Path to Scale
• Video submissions should be considered public and available to IEEE to use as marketing.

Investors/FUNDERS INVITE REQUEST

Dilutive and non dilutive investors/funders looking to invest in startups solving critical problems at the Grid Edge are encouraged to attend. Get matched with startups that are most relevant for your funding criteria by completing the request form. 

PROJECT Hosts INVITE REQUEST

Utilities, governments, and corporations looking to host or support an innovative pilot in the next 24 months can request an invitation to meet startups working to address problems of focus.

STARTUP ALLEY

Startup Alley is a section of the exhibit hall that will host a number of the industry’s top startup companies. Participants will showcase their trailblazing solutions working to revolutionize the grid edge. Space is still available but going fast! Interested startups are invited to explore available booths and complete the Grid Edge Booth Request Form with the preferred booth number within the Startup Alley space. Booths include a 10’x10′ space with carpet, one 6″ ft table, and two chairs for $2,500 (discounted from the regular booth price of $3,500+).

Participating companies include:

LIGHTNING SPEED PITCHES

LIGHTNING SPEED PITCHES – FULL

The returning 3-minute Lightning Speed Pitches provide startups with a great opportunity to present their forward-thinking solutions to potential investors and industry leaders straight from the exhibit floor. Attendees can catch a glimpse into what’s next for the grid edge. Get to know the participating companies!