Built for investors

A startup showcase and investor networking event hosted by the NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York.

Join us on June 29th at Cornell Tech in NYC for an exclusive Investor Day spotlighting the next generation of energy storage startups emerging from the NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York ecosystem.

Hosted at the Verizon Center, the afternoon will convene investors, founders, industry leaders, economic development partners, and other key industry players to accelerate connections and unlock new opportunities in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the energy storage and battery ecosystem.

This event is designed with investors in mind, offering direct access to high-potential startups developing breakthrough battery technologies, manufacturing solutions, and supply chain innovations.

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Featuring

Curated Startup Pitches

Hear from a select group of energy storage startups as they present cutting-edge technologies and scalable business models.

Ecosystem Access

Engage with companies supported by the NSF Energy Storage Engine, spanning innovation from early-stage breakthroughs to commercialization-ready solutions.

High-Impact Networking

Connect with founders, fellow investors, and key ecosystem players shaping the future of energy storage.

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Event Details

June 29, 2026
1:00 PM-6:00 PM

Verizon Executive Education Center

34 North Loop Road
New York, NY 10044

Register here.

(Registration required)

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About

About the NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York

The NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York is a regional innovation Engine accelerating the development and commercialization of next-generation battery technologies—connecting startups, industry, and investors to build a resilient, domestic energy storage ecosystem.

About the NSF Engines

The NSF Regional Innovation Engines program is a bold initiative to catalyze innovation ecosystems across the U.S.—and drive sustained place-based economic growth.

The NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York is one of only 9 Engines nationwide—and the only one focused entirely on advancing U.S. energy storage.

Questions? Contact upstateny-engine@cornell.edu.