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Accelerating Clean Technology for a Resilient Tomorrow

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The global clean technology market size is projected to grow more than 12.5% by 2030, and Georgia is a rapidly growing sustainability tech hub. Cleantech startups are at the core of driving innovative, technology-based solutions, modernizing and transforming how we preserve natural and necessary resources and our planet’s infrastructure.

Solutions to these problems can be complex and hard to build. They require different types of funding, navigating complex politicization, projecting a business value proposition, and more.

That’s where ATDC comes in. To coincide with cleantech growth, we have dedicated resources, events, and mentors to help cleantech startups grow and succeed.

I’m Jen Singh

ATDC’s Sustainability Tech Catalyst

I bring a unique blend of corporate, startup, investor, and community-building experience to this role. Before joining ATDC, I worked for a global company where I was focused on building emerging technology and starting new internal businesses. From there, I co-founded an online cleantech community and currently serve on the boards of two startup organizations. My diverse background helps me connect clean technology founders with a strong network and guide them through the business landscape.

My advice for entrepreneurs:

"Building your business is important, but investing your time developing relationships and contributing to local ecosystems is just as essential."

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Clean Technology: Protecting the Planet, Its People, and the Economy

Cleantech startups carry a unique responsibility. While many cleantech startups focus on solving a single problem, making something faster, easier, or more efficient, entrepreneurs in this space need to think bigger. They’re building ecosystem-level technology solutions that must deliver long-term benefits to the planet, its people, and the economy. Every decision made as these companies grow, scale, and evolve has lasting implications for today’s resilience and tomorrow’s access to critical resources.

ATDC has three levels of programs for startups: Educate, Accelerate, and Signature, with Accelerate and Signature having industry-specific opportunities.

Startups in this space receive:

Entrepreneurial business advice from experienced Sustainability Tech coaches and industry experts.
Introduction to top-tier investors and non-dilutive grant funding opportunities.
Assistance with obtaining pilot programs with corporations, utilities, non-profit organizations, municipalities, and more.
Access to targeted sustainability and cleantech content such as speakers, panels, and educators in addition to the existing ATDC curriculum.
Networking and peer events with fellow ATDC founders, CEOs, and industry experts.
Sustainability events such as circles, conferences, use-case challenges, etc.
Access and introduction to Sustainability Community Resources.

Work Where Cleantech Innovation Lives. Rent Office Space at ATDC.

Why rent from somewhere else in Midtown, when you can rent at ATDC for a portion of the cost and be surrounded by cleantech entrepreneurs and the startup community?

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Benefits

Be around like-minded people
Have your catalyst close by
Tap into Georgia Tech students, faculty, and researchers
Engage with technology-related talent
Limited access to ATDC spaces, such the design studio and AI lab

Features

50+ office suites ranging from 500 to 1,500 sq ft
10 single and double offices ranging from 138 to 597 sq ft
Subsidized rent, which also covers utilities, Georgia Tech’s high-speed wireless internet, office furniture, company logo on suite door
Ability to book conference rooms and rooftop area at no additional charge
Georgia Tech perks, including access to campus transit, dining facilities, sporting events, discounted rates at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center, and the opportunity to join the Campus Recreation Center.

Sustainability Tech Diamond Sponsor

Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern moves America’s economy forward through rail operations across 22 states, with global connections. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, the company has been operating freight railroads since 1827 and is one of the largest rail chain. In 2025, it launched RailGreen, a first-of-its-kind solution helping customers lower emissions from freight shipments.

Through its partnership with ATDC, Norfolk Southern is helping grow Georgia’s pipeline of sustainability-focused innovators. Their support enables a specialized curriculum and resources for entrepreneurs developing disruptive clean technology solutions, from ideation to commercialization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I raise capital or get access to non-dilutive funding?

ATDC offers a range of resources to support founders seeking capital. Our SBIR/STTR Connect Catalyst specializes in non-dilutive federal funding, while our equity capital programs include classes and workshops to help founders craft strong fundraising pitches. Portfolio companies also benefit from our Investor Connect Catalyst, who offers guidance and introductions to climate-focused investors. Note: ATDC does not take equity in our portfolio companies.

Where can I build my product?

ATDC’s office space and Design Studio offer the ideal environment to build and scale your product. Portfolio companies can lease space at competitive rates with flexible terms, gaining access to other entrepreneurs and support resources. The Design Studio supports hardtech startups with prototyping, R&D, and small-scale assembly. We also connect scaling hardware companies with industry partners, manufacturers, and supply chain experts to bring products to market.

Do you connect startups with potential customers like municipalities, utilities, or corporates?

ATDC is actively involved in the local cleantech community and beyond. We use our robust network to make relevant introductions for our cleantech startups and often host events to spotlight our companies to these key stakeholders. Furthermore, our Industry Connect Catalyst actively pursues valuable collaboration opportunities between corporates and our portfolio.

What types of cleantech startups join ATDC?

We work with companies tackling climate and environmental challenges across sectors like clean energy, decarbonization, mobility, built tech, battery and EV infrastructure, circular economy, new materials, recycling, carbon markets, climate intelligence, agtech, water tech, conservation, and more.

How do you support startups with regulations and policy?

We know that regulations can be as important as technology in cleantech. We connect founders with policy experts, regulatory agencies, and legal advisors who can help you navigate permitting, compliance, and incentive programs such as renewable energy credits (RECs) and carbon markets.