Climate Tech Exchange

Join the Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator (MEIA) on October 13 from 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM for the 2026 MEIA Climate Tech Exchange. This event, part of the summit’s day-one programming, features insightful panels, “asks and offers” from the climate tech ecosystem, and a networking happy hour to connect with innovators and industry leaders.

Registration for the Climate Tech Exchange is free. Please note that registration does not include access to other Summit programming.

What to Expect

Throughout the afternoon, Climate Tech Exchange attendees will have the opportunity to engage in various climate-tech related activities.

Startups and Ecosystem Organizations Step Up to be Heard

The Climate Tech Exchange is built around a simple but powerful idea: the people in this room can help each other. Whether you need a pilot customer, a technical co-founder, or need lab space, the exchange is a place for you on that stage.

FOAK (First of A Kind) Lessons

Every climate technology that’s now standard was once someone’s leap of faith. These project spotlights are part inspiration, part instruction manual. Hear how founders navigate permitting, financing, offtake agreements, and community buy-in so you don’t have to start from zero.

Ecosystem Hero Awards

The climate tech ecosystem is built on relationships, generosity, and shared beliefs in what’s possible. The Climate Tech Exchange exists because people and organizations across Maryland keep showing up for each other, and the Ecosystem Hero award acknowledges their contributions.

Network, Network and Network

The core of the exchange is to network with others with common interests.

Featured Speakers and Panelists

Hear from experienced panelists and speakers from the Climate-Tech Community. MEIA will mobilize some of the most insightful professionals to share lessons and stories of how to Commercialize your technologies.

2025 Climate Tech Exchange Highlights

A man with glasses and a beard stands at a podium, speaking to an audience. He is wearing a gray blazer over a blue shirt. Behind him, a screen displays various logos and text related to a conference or event

A man with long, braided hair speaks into a microphone while wearing a blue suit and glasses. He stands in front of a presentation screen, with a banner featuring various logos in the background

A person stands in the foreground, speaking at a presentation. In the background, a slide displays information about a program called DWaste, which focuses on helping schools adopt greener practices using AI technology for waste management and reporting

A panel discussion featuring four individuals seated at tables. One person is speaking into a microphone, while the others listen attentively. The panelists are dressed in business attire, and there are water bottles on the tables in front of them. The setting appears to be a conference or seminar

A young man with curly hair speaks into a microphone while gesturing with his hands. He is wearing a black shirt and stands in front of a presentation screen displaying information about energy. A podium is visible in the background

A panel discussion featuring five speakers seated at a table, with a diverse audience visible in the foreground. The speakers include three women and two men, each engaged in conversation. The setting appears to be a conference or seminar room

A woman stands in front of a presentation screen discussing EMI-free electronics designed to minimize electromagnetic interference. The screen displays the title "EMI-Free Electronics by Design" and outlines use cases in various industries, emphasizing energy efficiency and compliance

A person stands in the foreground holding a microphone, while a presentation screen in the background displays information about Alektra, including its focus, services, key advantages, and target markets. The screen features bullet points and a map highlighting regions in North America and the EU

Two men are engaged in conversation at a networking event. One man, wearing glasses and a blue vest, appears to be listening intently, while the other man, dressed in a white shirt, is taking notes on a tablet. In the background, other attendees are visible, suggesting a busy atmosphere

A woman with long brown hair and glasses smiles while holding a drink. She is wearing a black sleeveless top and a plaid skirt. Another woman with dark hair in a braid is talking to her. The setting appears to be a professional networking event

Two men are engaged in conversation at a networking event. One man, wearing a brown blazer, holds a can of Pepsi and smiles while speaking. The other man, dressed in a light gray jacket, listens attentively. In the background, other attendees are visible, some mingling and others in conversation

Four men stand together at a conference.