Powering the Future: Clean Energy Technology in California

California is leading the clean energy revolution. With 500,000 clean energy jobs, a $9 billion+ investment since 2014, and a commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2045, the Golden State is shaping the future of sustainable power.

Home to cutting-edge research, world-class universities, and a workforce that’s ready to innovate, California is where clean energy companies thrive. If you’re in the business of building the future of energy, there’s no better place to be.

The Talent to Drive Innovation

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Clean energy companies need the best minds to push boundaries, and California delivers. Our clean tech workforce is the largest in the nation, fueled by top-tier institutions like UC Berkeley, Stanford, and Caltech. From engineers, to data scientists, to skilled tradespeople, California provides a deep, diverse talent pool, ready to drive breakthroughs in solar, wind, hydrogen, and battery storage technologies.

Diverse Regions, Unique Opportunities

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California isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s a landscape of opportunity. From Silicon Valley’s tech ecosystem driving innovation in smart grid and energy storage, to the Central Valley’s advancements in agrivoltaics, and Los Angeles’ leadership in zero-emission transportation, each region offers distinct strategic advantages. As the state pushes toward a goal of 100% light-duty zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales by 2035, the demand for clean energy solutions is rapidly increasing.

A Climate Commitment Backed by Action

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California set the nation’s first economy-wide greenhouse gas limit, and continues to push boundaries with a 40% GHG reduction target by 2030. Public and private capital are fueling the transition, with over $3 billion in public investment in 2020 alone, supporting 51,000 clean energy projects that are creating jobs and reducing emissions.

Be Part of the Future

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Companies investing in California are accessing the nation’s most advanced clean energy infrastructure, and shaping the global energy transition. With unmatched resources, talent, and policy support, California is the ultimate launchpad for clean energy innovation. 

Join us and power the future in California.