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A school devoted to training scientists, engineers and others not only in rigorous science-based academics, but in protective and respectful use of the earth and its resources, Colorado School of Mines is a leader in its field. Located at the base of the enchanting Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado, Mines’ location provides not only a scenic view, but opportunities for study and research as well. Programs at the undergraduate level include degrees in Chemical and Biological Engineering, Geochemistry, Environmental Science and Engineering, Geophysics and Mining Engineering. A major force in its research developments and discoveries, Mines works in collaboration with such entities as the National renewable Energy Laboratory. They also regularly conduct renowned conferences. The focus of study and research at Mines is in finding positive solutions to sustaining our environment and resources. Graduates, therefore, are not only proficient scholars, but also go on to pioneer solutions in the use of energy and environmental resources. Admission to Mines is competitive and requires that students exhibit high academic skill through previous GPA, level of courses taken, and SAT or ACT scores. Extracurricular activities, community service and professional involvement are also highly valued. A select number of scholarships are available to exceptional students. There also other forms of financial aid for those who qualify.

Carbon America transforms the carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) industry by lowering costs and rapidly increasing deployment. Carbon America is a carbon capture and sequestration developer. It is vertically integrated, nimble, and built to scale, with a multi-strategy approach to capture and sequester carbon dioxide faster, cheaper, and smarter than the competition. To achieve this, Carbon America has built a team combining world-class engineers, developers, and financiers into a vertically integrated CCS company.

General Atomics develops technology solutions for defense, energy, and transportation applications worldwide. The company’s defense solutions comprise aircraft launch and recovery systems; energy solutions include nuclear energy, nuclear fuel, and alternative energy; transportation solutions comprise magnetic levitation (maglev) systems, including urban maglev systems, electromagnetic cargo conveyors, and high-speed maglev systems as well as linear motor systems for civil transportation applications. General Atomics also offers unmanned aircraft systems and sensors as well as training and support services. In addition, the company offers various commercial products, including capacitors, terminal automation products, radiation monitoring systems, deicing products, diagnostic enzymes, electrostatic oil separator systems, nirvana storage products, fusion technology products, research reactor control systems, products for cleanroom services, and algae for aquaculture as well as integrated drive systems, power inverters, and permanent magnet motors. Further, it offers education outreach programs, which include elements that support fusion energy research and development as well as general science education. General Atomics was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Newport News, Virginia; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C. It also has operations in Berlin and Dresden, Germany; Adelaide, Australia; Denver, Colorado; Los Alamos, New Mexico; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Tupelo, Mississippi; Ogden, Utah; and Washington, District of Columbia.

NREL is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

NREL is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is an independent, non-partisan nonprofit that drives the efficient and restorative use of resources. Co-founded in 1982 by Amory Lovins, its Chairman Emeritus and Chief Scientist, RMI now has approximately 80 full-time staff, annual operations of $16 million, and a global reach and reputation. RMI advances market-based solutions, engaging businesses, communities, and institutions to cost-effectively shift to efficiency and renewables. We employ rigorous research, analysis, and whole-systems expertise to develop breakthrough insights. We then convene and collaborate with diverse partners—business, government, academic, nonprofit, philanthropic, and military—to accelerate and scale solutions. RMI's strategic focus is transforming global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.

NREL is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

Transitional Energy brings geothermal technology to the oil and gas industry to generate clean, baseload power from heat waste.

Rare Element Resources Ltd. is a mineral resource company dedicated to exploring and developing rare-earth element deposits with a favorable distribution of critical rare earth elements. The company is advancing the Bear Lodge Critical Rare Earth Project, which it fully owns and is situated in northeast Wyoming. Since its incorporation in 1999, Rare Element Resources has focused on delivering strategic materials essential to technology industries, positioning itself within a single operational segment primarily concerned with mineral exploration.

Energy Fuels Inc. is a leading integrated uranium mining company based in the United States, focused on the extraction and recovery of uranium for the nuclear energy sector. The company operates key production facilities, including the White Mesa Mill in Utah, the only conventional uranium mill in the country, and the Nichols Ranch in-situ recovery facility in Wyoming. Together, these sites have a combined licensed capacity of approximately 10 million pounds of uranium concentrates annually. Energy Fuels also explores and evaluates various uranium and uranium/vanadium properties across several states, including Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado. The company is positioned to meet the growing global demand for clean energy, providing a critical resource for the production of emission-free nuclear power. Established in 1987, Energy Fuels continues to leverage its extensive portfolio of resources to support the nuclear utilities market while contributing to the transition towards sustainable energy solutions.

Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

NREL is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

Grid7’s project, E-Blockchain: A Scalable Platform for Secure Energy Transactions and Control, aims to use blockchain technology to address power plant cybersecurity issues and explore how a decentralized approach can improve the reliability of energy networks.

General Atomics develops technology solutions for defense, energy, and transportation applications worldwide. The company’s defense solutions comprise aircraft launch and recovery systems; energy solutions include nuclear energy, nuclear fuel, and alternative energy; transportation solutions comprise magnetic levitation (maglev) systems, including urban maglev systems, electromagnetic cargo conveyors, and high-speed maglev systems as well as linear motor systems for civil transportation applications. General Atomics also offers unmanned aircraft systems and sensors as well as training and support services. In addition, the company offers various commercial products, including capacitors, terminal automation products, radiation monitoring systems, deicing products, diagnostic enzymes, electrostatic oil separator systems, nirvana storage products, fusion technology products, research reactor control systems, products for cleanroom services, and algae for aquaculture as well as integrated drive systems, power inverters, and permanent magnet motors. Further, it offers education outreach programs, which include elements that support fusion energy research and development as well as general science education. General Atomics was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Newport News, Virginia; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C. It also has operations in Berlin and Dresden, Germany; Adelaide, Australia; Denver, Colorado; Los Alamos, New Mexico; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Tupelo, Mississippi; Ogden, Utah; and Washington, District of Columbia.

ITN Energy Systems (ITN) is a research and product development organization focused specifically on technology development and commercialization. As of February 2011, ITN has invested over $180 Million in the development and commercialization of core technologies. ITN’s mission is to develop and commercialize emerging technologies for commercial and government markets by establishing successful spinoffs, joint ventures, and/or licensing arrangements.

Symbios Technologies is commercializing its disruptive advanced low-cost aqueous plasma oxidation technology, the Symbios Tubular Plasma Reactor, to clean water, preserve the environment, and protect human health.

Abound Solar produces next-generation, thin film photovoltaic modules intended to deliver the lowest levelized cost of electricity.

UQM Technologies, Inc. is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells electric motors, generators, power electronic controllers, and fuel cell compressors primarily for the automotive and industrial sectors. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, UQM offers a range of products including propulsion motors for electric and hybrid vehicles, auxiliary motors, electronic controls, and DC-to-DC converters. Its technology is designed for various applications such as passenger buses, commercial trucks, marine vessels, and military vehicles. The company also provides research, development, and engineering services, along with aftermarket support and remanufacturing. UQM's products are sold to original equipment manufacturers, tier 1 suppliers, and vehicle integrators across multiple markets in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. As of July 2019, UQM operates as a subsidiary of Danfoss Power Solutions (US) Company.

ZeaChem is focused on developing sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based fuels and chemicals, utilizing renewable biomass sources such as wood chips, wheat straw, corn stover, and grasses. The company employs a proprietary fermentation process that converts all carbon in the sugars into end products, resulting in high yields and making its products competitive with traditional fossil fuels, even without subsidies. By targeting the $1 trillion chemicals and fuels markets, ZeaChem aims to provide high-margin solutions that address environmental concerns while maintaining economic viability.

Foro Energy is commercializing high power lasers for the oil, natural gas, geothermal, and mining industries.

Abound Solar produces next-generation, thin film photovoltaic modules intended to deliver the lowest levelized cost of electricity.