21st Annual Rice Alliance Energy Tech Venture Forum
Convening innovators, investors and technology at the Energy Tech Venture Forum
Save the date: September 12, 2024
ETVF is an anchor event as part of the Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week, Sept. 9-13, 2024!
ETVF is the premier energy tech VC conference to connect energy innovators, investors, corporations and the energy ecosystem:
In its 21st year, the Energy Tech Venture Forum, hosted by The Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, will showcase energy tech innovations to shift towards a more sustainable, reliable and lower carbon future across interactive panels, inspiring keynotes and over 50 dynamic venture pitches.
In addition to 40 pitches, Class 4 of the Rice Alliance Clean Energy Accelerator will cap off their time giving Demo Day pitches.
More details coming soon. In the meantime, check out our recent past conferences.
This event is an opportunity to learn about the latest emerging technologies, meet investors to seek funding, see promising companies, learn about investment opportunities, meet individuals from the energy industry, as well networking and learning opportunities for entrepreneurs, researchers, investment professional and business executives.
The call for for participating energy ventures will open in June 2024 and close in July.
2024 details coming soon: check out the 2023 Program
What to Expect in 2024
The event is jam-packed with quality companies and conversations and is the go-to event of the year to connect with and see where energy is headed. The conference included industry speakers, investors, and promising startups from throughout the U.S. and beyond.
Keynotes and Panels: Explore emerging energy sources, enhancements and efficiencies within existing energy resources and advances in clean or renewable technologies—and where investors are contributing to the acceleration of these advancements.
Energy Venture Pitches: Through 50 dynamic venture pitches, leaders will showcase energy tech innovations to shift towards a more sustainable, reliable and lower carbon future.
Clean Energy Accelerator Class 4 Demo Day Pitches: Class 4 will cap off their time in the accelerator by pitching (14 startup pitches).
Invite-Only Investor Office Hours: A critical element of the event is the opportunity for more in-depth discussions with key investors, corporations and partners. Selected energy tech ventures connect with investors for individual, invite-only office hours on September 11