New Energy New York

What New Energy New York does

New Energy New York (NENY) is a university-hosted coalition and accelerator initiative based at Binghamton University (State University of New York at Binghamton), founded in 2022 to accelerate the battery research, development, and manufacturing ecosystem in Western, Central, and Southern Tier regions of New York state. It operates a portfolio of six interconnected programs: Battery-NY (a prototyping, testing, and certification facility for batteries targeting automotive, aerospace, consumer devices, off-highway, and outer space applications), the ChargeUp Accelerator (a six-month startup accelerator funded by a $4.5 million NSF grant), Battery Academy (workforce training and microcredentialing from K-12 through industry professional development), Student Startup Experience, Supply Chain Development, and the Technical Assistance Program. The organization serves five distinct audience segments — startups, students, workforce, industry, and community — through programs tailored to each, with no commercial pricing applied.

NENY is not a product company; it is a publicly funded, grant-supported ecosystem builder. Its funding stack includes a $63.7 million U.S. Department of Commerce Build Back Better Regional Challenge award (2022), a $4.5 million NSF grant (2024), and recurring Technical Assistance disbursements. It has secured three concurrent federal designations — EDA Build Back Better Regional Challenge winner, EDA Regional Innovation Tech Hub, and NSF Regional Innovation Engine — which provide preferred-access positioning for federal funding streams tied to U.S. battery supply chain policy. NENY operates as a coalition of 18+ named partners including Binghamton University (lead institution), NYSERDA, Empire State Development, SUNY Broome, Rochester Institute of Technology, Koffman Southern Tier Incubator, NY BEST, and multiple county and workforce development bodies. Headcount is 51-100 employees, and the organization is actively operating with ongoing cohort cycles, technical assistance rounds, and convening events as of mid-2026.

Name

New Energy New York

Legal name

New Energy New York

Website

https://newenergynewyork.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

New Energy New York is a Binghamton University-hosted coalition and accelerator initiative that builds the upstate New York battery innovation ecosystem through prototyping, workforce training, startup acceleration, and technical assistance — funded by federal grants and serving startups, industry, students, workforce, and community stakeholders.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Battery Technology Ecosystem Development

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEUAIAIAK

Battery Second-Life, Testing & Repurposing (EV-to-Stationary)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Environmental Services (Waste Management, Recycling & Remediation)/E-waste & Battery Recycling

SECONDARYIMAGAHAB

Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Batteries, Energy Storage & Charging Equipment (Industrial ESS, chargers)

SECONDARYEUAFACAA

Collection, Logistics & Reverse Supply Chain (Transport, Sorting, Tracking)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Energy Storage & Grid Flexibility (Batteries, Hydrogen Storage, Demand Response)/Battery Recycling, Second-Life & Lifecycle Services

SECONDARYEUAFACAJ

Compliance, EPR & Battery Passport Services (Regulatory Reporting, Traceability, Audits)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Energy Storage & Grid Flexibility (Batteries, Hydrogen Storage, Demand Response)/Battery Recycling, Second-Life & Lifecycle Services

Keywords

• Battery technology ecosystem
• Energy storage innovation
• Startup accelerator programs
• Workforce training microcredentials
• Prototyping testing certification

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

New Energy New York is a university-affiliated coalition and program initiative that operates a portfolio of interconnected programs supporting the complete battery innovation lifecycle. Its core offerings include Battery-NY (a prototyping, testing, and certification facility for batteries used in automotive, aerospace, consumer devices, off-highway, and outer space applications), the ChargeUp Accelerator (a six-month accelerator providing mentorship, curriculum, funding, and facilities access to U.S. battery startups), the Battery Academy (workforce training and microcredentialing), the Technical Assistance Program (grant-funded access to prototyping and certification services), Supply Chain Development, and the Student Startup Experience.

Product overview

New Energy New York (NENY) is a multi-faceted initiative focused on accelerating the battery research, development and manufacturing ecosystem in Western, Central and Southern Tier regions of New York state. The organization offers a platform of interconnected programs including Battery-NY (prototyping and testing facility), the ChargeUp Accelerator (startup support program), Battery Academy (workforce training), Student Startup Experience (education), Supply Chain Development, and the Technical Assistance Program. These programs work together to support the complete battery innovation lifecycle from startup development through commercialization, addressing workforce development, technology prototyping, and supply chain strengthening across New York state.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Battery Academy Workforce training and microcredentialing programs spanning K-12 through industry professional development for the battery and energy storage industry. Designed for students, career changers, and current workers seeking hands-on training and career pathways in battery technology.
• Battery-NY A prototyping, testing, and certification facility for batteries used in automotive, aerospace, consumer devices, off-highway, and outer space applications. Provides derisking services for battery technology developers across multiple industry verticals.
• ChargeUp Accelerator Six-month accelerator program for U.S. battery and energy storage startups, providing mentorship, more than 200 hours of curriculum, $25,000 in funding plus up to $100,000 for technical development, and access to facilities and investor connections. Delivered in partnership with Koffman Southern Tier Incubator.
• Student Startup Experience Education program connecting students to courses and internship opportunities in the battery industry in upstate New York. Provides early exposure to battery technology careers and hands-on startup experience.
• Supply Chain Development Program focused on siting, partnerships, and qualification for energy storage supply chain companies, both new entrants and established firms operating in New York state. Supports the development of a domestic battery supply chain ecosystem.
• Technical Assistance Program Program providing funding and access to prototyping, testing, and certification services for battery and energy storage technology developers through approved New York-based vendors and university facilities. Awardees receive grant funding to accelerate commercialization of domestic battery innovations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $314,000 awarded to four companies in fourth-round Technical Assistance Program
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Ranial Systems Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026Technical Assistance Program awardee receiving funding for battery and energy storage technology development, accessing prototyping and testing services.
• Graphenix Development Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026Technical Assistance Program awardee receiving funding for battery technology development through approved New York-based vendors.
• PopWheels Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026Technical Assistance Program awardee utilizing funding for energy storage technology certification and testing services.
• Viridi Parente Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026Technical Assistance Program awardee accessing university facilities and vendor services for battery innovation commercialization.
• ActivatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting the New Energy New York coalition ecosystem, providing startup and innovation support resources.
• SUNY RFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch Foundation for the State University of New York, providing institutional support and research infrastructure for the coalition.
• SUNY BroomecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity college partner providing workforce training and educational programs in battery technology.
• Southern Tier 8 Regional BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development board supporting battery ecosystem development in the Southern Tier region of New York.
• Southern Door Community Land TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner focused on housing solutions for New York's growing battery ecosystem workforce.
• Rochester Institute of TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner contributing research capabilities and technical expertise to the battery ecosystem.
• NY BEST (New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry consortium partner focused on battery and energy storage technology advancement in New York state.
• Incubator WorkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness incubator support organization providing startup development resources.
• Broome Tioga BOCEScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard of Cooperative Educational Services providing workforce training and career development programs.
• SUNY Corning Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity college partner providing education and training programs for battery industry workforce.
• The Clean Fight New YorkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClean energy initiative partner supporting battery and energy storage ecosystem development.
• Broome-Tioga Workforce NYcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development organization providing job training and employment services for the battery industry.
• Broome CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner supporting battery ecosystem development and workforce initiatives in Broome County.
• Binghamton UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead institution and headquarters for New Energy New York, providing research facilities, prototyping capabilities, and academic leadership.
• Alliance for Manufacturing and TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturing and technology partner supporting battery prototyping and certification services.
• Koffman Southern Tier IncubatorflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary incubator partner for the ChargeUp Accelerator program, providing mentorship space, curriculum delivery, and startup support for battery technology companies.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Fraunhofer ISI: Fraunhofer ISI is a German applied research institute conducting battery technology research, innovation systems analysis, and industry studies. Comparable as a research-driven ecosystem organization supporting battery innovation, though international and not a direct U.S. competitor.

Direct peers

• Activate: Activate is a fellowship and accelerator for science-based entrepreneurs tackling climate and energy challenges, including batteries. Direct comparable as a startup accelerator supporting early-stage hardware and energy entrepreneurs (and an active NENY partner).
• Battery Innovation Center: Indiana-based Battery Innovation Center operates a battery prototyping, testing, and validation facility supporting defense, automotive, and grid storage applications. Direct comparable as a regional battery innovation hub offering facility-based services plus accelerator-style industry support.
• NY-BEST (New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium): NY-BEST is a New York-based public-private consortium advancing battery and energy storage technology. It is a direct peer and active partner of NENY, sharing overlapping mission, geography, and industry stakeholders in the New York battery ecosystem.
• CalSTART: CalSTART is a California-based clean transportation technology consortium that runs accelerator and workforce programs for clean energy and mobility startups. Highly comparable as a regional coalition delivering startup acceleration, prototyping support, and workforce development, though oriented toward transportation.
• Element Energy: Element Energy provides battery testing, data analytics, and software for battery health monitoring across automotive, grid storage, and commercial fleets. Comparable as a battery testing and analytics services company serving similar customers (automotive, grid, storage developers).

Broad incumbents

• National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL): NREL is a DOE national laboratory with energy storage testing, validation, and workforce programs. Comparable as a federally funded research institution providing battery testing infrastructure and industry partnerships across the U.S.
• Argonne National Laboratory (ReCell Center): Argonne National Laboratory hosts the ReCell Center for battery recycling research and is a federally funded R&D center with deep battery prototyping, testing, and certification capabilities. Comparable as a large, federally anchored battery innovation hub, though at significantly greater scale.

Regional players

• Innovation Works (Pittsburgh Robotics & Energy Cluster): Innovation Works is a Pittsburgh-based seed-stage investor and ecosystem builder supporting robotics, AI, and clean tech startups. Comparable as a regional innovation hub providing accelerator programming and ecosystem support, though covering a broader portfolio than batteries alone.
• MassCEC (Massachusetts Clean Energy Center): MassCEC is a state-funded clean energy development agency operating accelerator programs and innovation support for clean energy startups in Massachusetts. Comparable as a state-funded coalition delivering grants, accelerator programming, and workforce initiatives in energy, though broader than batteries.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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