FAQs regarding the cleanConnect program

Who do I contact for more information?

Please contact us at for more information regarding the cleanConnect program.

How do I join?

Please fill out the short membership application form . You will receive notification of your application status within 7 days of submission.

What does it cost to become a member of CTSI through the cleanConnect program?

There is no cost to join CTSI through the cleanConnect program if your company meets the criteria for membership and is accepted to the program.

How long will our in-kind membership last?

The program will run as long as there is critical need to support the start-up companies in the clean technology space.

Are international start-ups allowed to join the cleanConnect program?

CTSI welcomes all international clean technology companies to the program. Note: the Washington DC policy tour is only available to companies with established US operations that are more than sales-only offices.

What if we are a clean technology company, but not related to energy?

Please contact us with a description of your company so that we can evaluate your company’s fit with Phase I of the cleanConnect program. If not accepted for Phase I membership, we will offer a significantly reduced membership fee and/or add your company to our Phase II program notification list.

What if my company is a business services company - consulting, legal, accounting, marketing, recruiting, etc?

We appreciate your interest in the cleanConnect program. Please contact us if you are interested in sponsoring the cleanConnect program. Your support will help us grow the visiblity and services that we provide our growing clean technology companies. If your business services firm is under $5M in annual revenue, please contact us regarding volunteer opportunities with the organization.

How is membership qualification determined?

The CTSI executive team will review all membership applications for fit to the cleanConnect program and to the larger CTSI community. CTSI reserves the right to deny applications that do not meet program or association criteria.

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