Who We Are

Who We Are

The Cleantech Fellows Institute is a nonprofit educational organization designed to rapidly transition experienced executives and serial entrepreneurs into the clean technology sector.  The Institute is a program of the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association Foundation (CCIAF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and was founded by CCIA, the Advanced Energy Economy Institute (AEEI), the Department of Energy (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and other industry and educational partners.

Our Mission

To transform the cleantech ecosystem by educating and connecting a pool of successful state and national executives and serial entrepreneurs to  clean technologies, companies, and critical support networks.

How We Are Unique

The Cleantech Fellows Institute’s team introduces talent to technologies and fosters the growth of cleantech business concepts during a 16-week immersive executive education program. The 16 weeks provide a deep-dive into the leading clean technology sectors while connecting the Fellows to more than 160 cleantech experts and business leaders. The curriculum weaves critical business growth elements throughout the sessions to provide the Fellows with a springboard for success upon completion of the program.