Energy + Environmental Sciences
We are focused on building an internationally recognized Energy + Environmental Sciences performance industry cluster that is globally competitive resulting in significant contributions to Central Florida’s economy.
Water science, HVAC systems, turbines, distributed grid, PV/solar-thermal, and energy storage.
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Current Cluster Members
IN THE NEWS
Soarce Harnesses Seaweed to Revolutionize Sustainable Manufacturing
ORLANDO — Soarce is turning seaweed into a high-performance composite material that could reshape industries from defense to electric vehicles.
Founded in 2021 by materials ...
Energy-Env.-Sciences-Resource-Guide
Throughout Central Florida, the Energy & Environmental Sciences industry cluster thrives as a powerhouse, employing 15,000 individuals and generating over $2.5 billion in revenu...
IDEM Systems Awarded Department of Homeland Security SBIR
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) awarded a total of $4,479,195.95 in competitive research contracts to 30 small businesses acro...
TECO Energy Leads Support for 21 & Change 4th Annual Champions for Change Challenge
21 & Change President John Bodor announced today on behalf of the board of directors and advisory council that TECO Energy will serve as the non-profit’s first flagship sp...
Resources + Insights
Cenfluence is highlighting resources specifically for student-owned companies. There are a number of Central Florida resources for student-owned businesses including...
The Oxford Dictionary defines intellectual property (IP) as “a work or invention that is the result of creativity, such as a manuscript or design, to which one has...
Resources Available to Small Businesses Interested in Entering the United States Market This guide showcases resources specifically for Small-Businesses interested in...
Business pitches are an effective tool for communicating the problem your company solves, the impact and market opportunity of the problem, the solution your company...
Jennifer Jacono is a member of the Learning Sciences + Human Performance Cluster. As director of Jacono Studios, she uses virtual reality to create educational videos...
Rocio Frej Vitalle is a member of the Energy + Environmental Sciences Cluster. As founder and CEO of Improving Aviation, she applies her background as an aerospace...
Carlisa Amoomensah is a member of the Learning Sciences & Human Performance Cluster. As executive director and founder of 4 Your Love, a licensed, non-medical,...
Mini Suri is a member of the Life Sciences Cluster. As co-founder and CEO of VELMENI, she developed a fast and reliable way to offer 2D and 3D dental X-ray analysis and...
Dr. Vanaja V. Ragavan is a member of the Life Sciences Cluster. As founder and CEO of AVIANA Molecular Technologies, she is leading development of a diagnostic platform...