​About this event:

​Calling all innovators: join us for a hybrid information session to learn more about applying to the second cohort of the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub (OWIH) Accelerator.

​Explore if this program is for you! This session is an opportunity where interested applicants will be able to engage in conversation, ask any and all questions about the program, and connect with the Hub team and partners.

​​​Learn more and visit our website.

​Practical:

• ​Virtual Time: 11:00AM to 12:00PM ET

• ​In-Person Time: 10:45AM to 12:30PM ET (incl. lunch)

• ​In-Person Location: OWIH office, 34 35th Street, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232

• ​Please email Community Manager, Anna Yum (anna.yum@nyu.edu), for any questions about the event.

​About the OWIH Accelerator in New York City:

​Building on a successful inaugural cohort, this six-month intensive program provides unparalleled support for innovators looking to develop novel technology and advance commercialization in the New York offshore wind market. Selected cohort companies will work closely with Equinor and Offshore Wind Innovation Hub partners to advance the companies' commercialization goals and support the development of their offshore wind innovations.

​We are seeking solutions that improve project economics within:

• ​Wind power and site characterization technologies

• ​Project and port development technologies

• ​Installation and construction technologies

• ​Transmission technologies

• ​Operations and maintenance technologies

​Program benefits include:

• ​Intensive acceleration programming to advance solution development and industry understanding.

• ​Scale-up support and access to individualized mentorship from Equinor and industry experts.

• ​Bespoke entrepreneurial assistance and professional development programming advancing executive management skills.

• ​Comprehensive business development coaching through NYSERDA entrepreneur-in-residence programming, pitch sparring, strategic planning, and support program guidance. 

• ​Exclusive network access and introductions to OWIH's rich ecosystem of industry stakeholders, investors, thought leaders, and public entities.

• ​Tenantship at the OWIH office co-located with Equinor in Industry City, Brooklyn.

​Meet the team behind the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub:

​During this information session we will present all aspects of the program and guide you through the application process. You will have ample opportunities to ask questions and engage with the team.

• ​Tone Søndergaard, Director, Offshore Wind Innovation Hub

• ​Julia Dombroski, PhD, Innovation Hub Associate, NOWRDC & Offshore Wind Innovation Hub

• ​Anthony Cortese, Program Manager, Urban Future Lab & Offshore Wind Innovation Hub

• ​Anna Yum, Community Manager, Offshore Wind Innovation Hub