Cleantech Partners is popular because we cater specifically to energy technology investors, providing them with unparalleled opportunities to invest in proven, market-ready technologies. Our focus on supporting energy technology investors in energy efficiency initiatives within Wisconsin's key industries makes us a go-to choice for investors seeking impactful ventures. Additionally, our expertise in identifying promising technologies and our flexible financing options set us apart in the eyes of energy technology investors.

Furthermore, Cleantech Partners' credibility as a trusted resource for energy-saving technologies attracts a wide range of energy technology investors looking to align their investments with sustainable initiatives. Our proven track record of successful partnerships and our strategic approach to investing in emerging technologies make us a preferred destination for energy technology investors seeking maximum returns while contributing to a cleaner, greener future for Wisconsin and beyond.

CTP provides capital in the form of loans and equity for the commercialization or adoption of emerging energy efficiency technologies that can benefit Wisconsin.

Up to $550,000 per transaction. This money is often leveraged with other sources, such as banks or private investment.

Broadly speaking, it is a technology that (1) has been developed, tested, and patented, (2) whose use will reduce the consumption of energy in a commercial or industrial setting, and (3) has not yet been demonstrated and/or implemented in Wisconsin.

CTP uses a variety of standard best practices to form our opinion about a venture's current valuation, including discounted cash flows and comparison to peers.

We seek returns that are commensurate with the risks and liquidity of the investment, and we think through such topics with a commercial mindset.

Yes. We can start our dialogue without one, however.

Because CTP does not wish to take business away from banks and to conserve our modest investment fund, our loans are made at an interest rate that is equal to or slightly higher than the rates on your other commercial financing. If you can get funding from your local bank, that is what you should do. As a non-profit organization, CTP is only here to fill gaps not fully managed by the private sector.

No. We do, however, sometimes assist our investment clients with the preparation and submission of grant applications that complement our investment.

If you are adopting an emerging technology in your industry, we may be able to provide financing. If the technology you seek to implement has already entered the best practice realm, such as lighting, compressed air, or motor drives, it can no longer be considered emerging, which places it outside the scope of our mission. For assistance in adopting best practice technologies, contact our friends at Focus on Energy.

Either. While we understand the increased risks of start-ups, we are more concerned about the team, the technology, and the market potential than the stage of the business involved.

Yes, so long as the technology can help save energy in Wisconsin.

We do not generally fund R&D and recommend private financing or applications for grant funding through a program like the US Department of Energy's Small Business Innovation Research Fund.

No, the technology must be put to use to save energy in Wisconsin.

By their nature, energy efficiency technologies and projects are usually good for the environment, so that is anticipated. Job creation is also important, but not normally a determining factor.

Probably not. We typically do not work on the supply side, except for certain renewable energy technologies that directly supplant purchased electricity, natural gas, or liquid propane at industrial sites.

CleanTech Partners receives the bulk of its funding from the State of Wisconsin's Focus on Energy program. Additional funding sources include corporations and other government contracts for projects that are consistent with CTP's mission. CTP is currently seeking additional sources of funding to promote its energy efficiency agenda.

We work hand in hand with Focus on Energy on a variety of industrial projects, but while our emphasis is on financing emerging technologies, theirs is on grants and other incentives to help implement best practices.