Impact

Connecting partners, catalyzing innovation, and accelerating results.

From research and innovation to commercialization, workforce development, and community engagement, the Engine is building the infrastructure, talent, and partnerships needed to advance American-made energy storage innovation.

The Engine is building one of the nation’s most comprehensive ecosystems for next-generation battery innovation, commercialization, manufacturing and workforce development to advance critical national priorities.

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coalition partners across industry, academia, government, and non-profit organizations.

The Engine has built one of the most diverse battery innovation coalitions in the country, connecting universities, startups, corporations, manufacturers, investors and workforce organizations around a shared mission to advance American-made energy storage. Together, we are advancing energy storage solutions and expanding domestic manufacturing capacity, strengthening supply chain resilience, strengthening national security, and driving regional economic growth in Upstate New York.

Research, Development and Technology Translation

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invested in advanced battery R&D and technology translation programs
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industry-academia R&D projects supported
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startups supported to accelerate energy storage technology development and commercialization

With grants, technical assistance and access to world-class testbeds and prototyping facilities.

Education & Workforce Development

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invested in in workforce development programs
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industry-aligned education and training programs launched across community colleges, K-12 organizations, universities, and nonprofits
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learners trained across skill levels and career pathways, from K-12 through adult education
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students placed in research and industry internships in summer 2025

Economic Impact

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equity capital raised by NSF Engine core partner and made available to Engine ecosystem companies
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additional investments raised by the Engine’s SuperBoost grant awardee startups
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new hires at Engine funded startups following our funding
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jobs were created by Engine partners across the ecosystem in manufacturing, engineering, and technology development

Community Engagement

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community members engaged via multiple public events including the New York State Fair
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toolkits and educational resources distributed, highlighting how batteries power daily life and promoting safety, recycling, and responsible use