ECO ’24
ECO ’24: Driving Innovation for a Sustainable Planet
ECO, hosted by Larta Institute, is a dynamic, multidisciplinary gathering designed to drive action and solutions for a sustainable planet. By bringing together 200+ startups, investors, philanthropists, community organizations, and government agencies, this event fosters collaboration and sparks innovations to tackle climate change and healthcare challenges in under-resourced communities.
Event Details:
December 9, 2024: Venture Fellows Demo Day
Showcasing climate-resilient innovations. Register here
December 10, 2024: Heal.LA Demo Day
Featuring groundbreaking healthcare solutions. Register here
Be part of this exciting 2-day showcase filled with portfolio presentations, discussions, action planning, and networking receptions. Larta Institute’s 2024 Community Labs programs will lead the way with bold solutions to today’s most pressing issues.
$48 Million Boost for LA’s Energy Resilience!
The LADWP is receiving $48 million in federal funding, matched by local investment, through the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) program. This project will integrate solar, energy storage, EVs, and smart thermostats to support LA’s power grid during extreme weather events. By enrolling 7,500 smart thermostats and expanding distributed energy resources, LADWP aims to boost grid reliability, reduce outages, and speed up restoration times. In partnership with local unions and community groups, the program will ensure high-quality, sustainable jobs while fostering innovation in energy management.
$112.5 Million to Advance U.S. Wave Energy!
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) has announced a game-changing funding opportunity to accelerate the development and commercialization of wave energy technologies. With up to $112.5 million available over five years, this initiative aims to test and validate wave energy systems at distributed, community, and utility scales.
Key focus areas include:
- Distributed Applications: Powering blue economy operations.
- Community Applications: Supporting coastal and island stakeholders.
- Utility Applications: Demonstrating reliable, grid-connected energy solutions.
Aligned with a goal for a carbon-free energy future by 2035, this program supports the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050. Applications are due January 30, 2025, with awards ranging from $2.4 million to $25.3 million.
Learn more and register through the EERE Program Information Center.
