The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) have announced $3.6 million in funding for 20 clean energy and climatetech companies and researchers. This investment will accelerate innovation and business growth in 11 cities and towns across Massachusetts.

The grants are awarded through four of MassCEC’s programs: AmplifyMass, Catalyst, Diversity in Cleantech – Early Stage (DICES), and InnovateMass. MassVentures also supports Catalyst, DICES, and InnovateMass. 

“Massachusetts leads the nation in climate innovation, and this funding reaffirms our commitment to the entrepreneurs and researchers driving this global industry,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Even as federal support wavers, we’re stepping up—investing in early-stage companies and cutting-edge research to grow our economy, create high-quality jobs, and strengthen communities across the state and beyond.”

“These awards reflect our belief that Massachusetts has a leading role to play in shaping a more affordable and abundant energy future,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “We’re backing homegrown innovation with the power to scale, solve real problems, and keep the state at the forefront of this critical industry.”

“Massachusetts is home to some of the most inventive clean energy thinkers in the world,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “These awards are about turning groundbreaking ideas into practical tools that people, businesses, and communities can use to improve quality of life.”

“At MassCEC, we recognize that innovation is the backbone of a thriving economy – and it’s what Massachusetts does best. These grants empower entrepreneurs and researchers to move bold ideas from concept to reality,” said MassCEC CEO Dr. Emily Reichert. “Our commitment to support for climate technologies remains steadfast, because we know the future depends on the breakthroughs we support today.”

“MassVentures is proud to partner with MassCEC to help early-stage companies overcome barriers to commercialization,” said MassVentures CEO Charlie Hipwood. “By reducing risks along the way, we’re empowering diverse entrepreneurs and innovative solutions to succeed faster—and strengthening Massachusetts’ leadership in climatetech.”

“Massachusetts leads on clean energy, with the most climatetech startups per capita and an economic impact of more than $36B annually,” said State Senator Barry Finegold (D-Andover). “This announcement from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center is exactly the kind of investment that keeps Massachusetts competitive and moves our economy forward.” 

“With the legislature’s support, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center has helped make a $3.6 million investment in innovation to promote clean energy and emerging technologies,” said State Representative Carole Fiola (D-Fall River). “These grant awards from MassCEC demonstrate the intent to bring this funding to local organizations throughout Massachusetts and represent the state’s commitment to driving innovation, creating jobs, and building a more sustainable future in Massachusetts.”

AmplifyMass provides cost-share or added funding for federal and non-federal prime award recipients, supporting both academic researchers and companies. Since its launch in 2015, the program has awarded $24 million to 148 academic research projects and startups, resulting in over $308 million in leveraged funding.