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Cleantech is not just about the energy transition; it’s about the security of everything. As global conflicts reshape supply chains and climate instability threatens core infrastructure, the focus has shifted to radical resilience.

Cleantech Forum North America is an engaging retreat-style forum for the leaders who build, fund, and protect our future. From the critical minerals powering the AI revolution to the parametric insurance models protecting against flood and drought, we are convening the architects of a secure industrial base in San Diego, January 25-27.

Join this curated, quality-over-quantity environment, where innovators, investors, corporates and other key players in the cleantech ecosystem work together to solve for grid stability, water scarcity, the future of value-added waste, the impact of the geopolitical state of the world and many other timely and relevant issues.

Let’s ramp up investment and secure long-term corporate viability together.

Drive Your Business Forward

Find Hidden Pockets of Growth

Connect with the right people before your competition does. You’ll get grounded insights to distinguish real opportunities from hype. 1:1 meetings, various networking opportunities, and unlimited magical in-person event moments to increase your deal flow.

Spark New Ideas

Don’t just watch the future unfold—build it. Get actionable insights directly from the experts and turn intelligence into confident decisions. You will gain a competitive edge by getting a firsthand look at the technologies and players that will shape the future. Innovation Showcases, Interactive Discussions, and Main-Stage Talks allow you to learn from leaders and share your expertise.

More Than a Conference

Participants engage with ambitious ideas and explore partnerships with innovators. Join this community that unlocks growth, from innovators to co-investors, for three days of high-quality meetings and deal-making.

Drive Your Business Forward

Who You’ll Meet

Connecting Minds. Igniting Innovation.

Don’t miss your chance to join the only gathering in North America convening the top minds in the industry, creating a powerful network for collaboration and growth. Every interaction is purposeful, creating an atmosphere where quality prevails over quantity.

Forum Highlights

Meet the Global Cleantech 100

Your chance to meet 1:1 with many of the companies on the list—the most promising innovators poised to disrupt industries worldwide. See pictures from last year’s event.

More Than a Conference: A Community

Say goodbye to forced small talk and hello to genuine connections. Immerse yourself in this vibrant community and let us help you create lasting partnerships and real business opportunities.

Hear from Top Minds and Experts

Cut through the noise and get the actionable insight you need. Our curated agenda brings you face-to-face with the experts and visionaries who are not just watching the future unfold—they’re actively building it.

Network in New and Unexpected Ways

Sign up for a taco tour, check out Mission Bay from the water or a bike, play some pickle ball with new friends. We have some fun ways to network and meet others, featuring Speed Networking, Demo Hour when innovators get a chance to show off their products and the 1:1 spot where participants get a chance to engage with Cleantech Group Experts 1:1 on handpicked topics.

Some of our 2026 Sponsors

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Anthropocene Institute

Anthropocene Institute comprises scientists, engineers, communicators, marketers, thought leaders, and advocates — all pulling together toward a common goal: make Earth abundant and sustainable for all generations to come.

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) provides strategic market information and market access solutions for Canadian companies looking to export, invest abroad, or develop innovation and R&D partnerships using our extensive global networks.

Chubb

For the past three decades, Chubb has provided a wide range of renewable energy, technology, and manufacturing companies with scalable, future focused insurance solutions.

Vacaré Group

Vacaré Group customizes the recruitment process with a scalable and flexible approach to accommodate your company’s specific hiring needs and budgets. We have extensive experience and expertise in recruiting talent for hard-to-fill technical and non-technical roles across numerous industries, with a specialty in climatetech and cleantech.

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