Data Center Innovation Initiative (DCII)

About

A funding initiative designed to accelerate the deployment of next-generation technologies in data centers, offering substantial financial support and expert guidance to early-stage startups focused on energy, materials, and cooling solutions. Selected companies will benefit from hands-on coaching and access to a network of investors and partners, enabling them to scale their projects effectively while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Benefits

• 💰Catalytic Capital
  $500k to $5M of funding for deployments of technologies that can be integrated into data center environments
• 🎓Project Development Expertise
  Hands-on coaching and strategic support to help companies achieve key project development milestones
• 📈Proof Points to Scale
  Deployments designed to generate technical, operational, commercial, and impact data for industry adoption
• 🌐Access to Portfolio
  Leverage support services, connect with active investors, customers, and partners, and join a community of standout founders and CEOs
• 🌍Environmental Impact
  Technologies tested to strengthen local energy systems, improve resource efficiency, and reduce emissions

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to early-stage technology startups focused on energy, materials, and cooling technologies
• Must have a project that can be integrated into data center environments
• Companies should demonstrate potential for meaningful environmental benefits or emissions reductions
• Must complete Elemental’s intake form to express interest
• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until 5-10 projects are selected

Participation Commitments

• Must submit a project proposal through Elemental’s intake form
• Must be prepared for potential follow-on investments
• Participants should engage with local stakeholders and articulate project benefits
• Commitment to workforce development and community partnerships

Target Sector

Technology and Energy Innovation

Target Location

Open to startups globally, focusing on energy and industrial systems