Commercialization of Clean Technology

Moderator:
David Fransen, Consul General of Canada, Los Angeles
Speakers:
Alex Beavers, Director, Commercial Ventures and Strategic Programs, SRI International
Paul Bunje, Senior Director of Oceans, XPRIZE Foundation
Indrani Graczyk, Manager, Commercial Program Office, Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Zoltan Tompa, Director, Partnerships, Sustainable Development Technology Canada 
 
Innovations in the cleantech world happen constantly, fueled by creative minds in the engineering and technology fields. However, incorporating these new developments into products and practices often proves challenging. What are the best strategies for tech transfer and for bringing cleantech innovations to market? What early stage resources are available to nurture start-ups?  How can tech incubators and government initiatives add value and accelerate coming to market? Likewise, university labs and research centers?

Conference: 

Commercialization of Clean Technology