Climate Tech Showcase hosted by E8, SAC, SNØCAP, VertueLab & 9Zero
2026 is the year of the CleanTech IPO: Fervo Energy, x-Energy, BioMar. At this event, meet the new generation of CleanTech startups, many of whom are backed by strong tailwinds: maturing technology, deepening customer demand, energy demand, and a growing pool of CleanTech investors.
Hear from the new wave of CleanTech startups raising right now so you can see the quality of what's being built in the PNW right now:
Alexa Bednarz of Ocean
David Ashton of Canopii
Moderated by Allison Arnold
Join us to hear from founders about what they're building. Expect candid perspectives on where opportunities are, what's changed in the last two years, and what it takes to build and scale a climate company in 2026.
Agenda
10:30am - 11:00am - Coffee and Networking
11:00am - 12:00pm - Startup Showcase - The New Wave of Cleantech Startups
12:00pm - Close
About E8: E8 is a membership community of impact investors dedicated to funding high-impact cleantech startups. We’ve built a trusted organization where investors learn, connect, and invest in early-stage companies that advance the sustainability and health of our planet. Founded in 2006, E8 has facilitated over $75M in investments in 180+ cleantech companies.
About Seattle Angel Conference (SAC): SAC is a program for growing the startup and angel investor ecosystems.
About SNØCAP: SNØCAP is a deeptech venture capital firm run by engineers. We back companies building the materials, molecules, and machines that power modern industry.
About VertueLab: VertueLab funds and supports Pacific Northwest entrepreneurs building climate technologies that keep people safe—backing innovations that protect communities and ensure an equitable climate transition.
About 9Zero: We are a community of founders, investors, scientists, and innovators who drive climate action together. Through our club, events, and connections, we build relationships and accelerate solutions. If you’re working toward a healthier world, you belong here. Join us - 9Zero.com