Oil & Gas Cleantech Challenge Announces Call for Applications

BOULDER, Colo. - Sept. 24, 2020 - PRLog -- The Colorado Cleantech Industries Association (CCIA) is now accepting applications for the seventh annual Oil & Gas Cleantech Challenge (OGCC), a market-driven innovation showcase to be held virtually on November 12, 2020.

For the seventh year, CCIA is hosting the Oil & Gas Cleantech Challenge in partnership with oil and gas leaders from across the globe. The OGCC provides targeted connections between oil and gas industry leaders and clean technology solution providers with the goal of meeting industry's needs while introducing innovative cleantech solutions to the marketplace. Companies selected for participation in the program have the opportunity to present directly to industry leaders and the winning company receives a cash prize.

"CCIA is pleased to host the 2020 Oil and Gas Cleantech Challenge which helps to connect clean technology solution providers with the world's top energy companies," said CCIA executive director Helen El Mallakh. "During this dynamic period for oil and gas producers, we are heartened to see such support from industry vanguards as they seek to address sector challenges by supporting cleantech and innovation. This year's virtual format is making the Challenge even more impactful by expanding the scope and reach of participants creating a truly global event.

CCIA partners for this program include ConocoPhillips, Chevron, Noble Energy, bpx energy, Consulate General of Canada, Rocky Mountain Institute, ICEED, Holzer Patel Drennan, Orchid Petroleum Advisors LLC and The Colorado Energy Office.

The application process is now open for cleantech companies to showcase their innovative products and technologies. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

Air, especially methane detection or control

Carbon capture utilization and storage

Unmanned aerial vehicles

The internet of things / digital oilfield

Items to reduce truck traffic

Space saving items to reduce footprint

Plant or biological solutions

Solid pollution reduction

Gas-to-liquids

Blockchains

Water

Remote / distributed power

Power management

Advanced materials and chemicals

Interested cleantech companies will enter a competitive vetting process, after which approximately 10-12 companies will be invited to present their technologies to the oil and gas partners. The application deadline is October 16 at 5pm (MT). More information can be found here: https://coloradocleantech.com/oil-gas-cleantech-challenge/

About CCIA:

Founded in 2008, CCIA impacts Colorado's policies, people, products and programs that drive expansion of a cleaner, cheaper, more efficient and secure energy economy. Through advocacy, public policy leadership, development and education, CCIA works to ensure that Colorado is a global cleantech leader. For more information about CCIA, visit http://www.coloradocleantech.com.