Courses & Events

J-BRIDGE Cleantech Summit – US×Japan Collaboration

Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025

01:00 pm - 02:30 pm

Presented by FedTech and JETRO New York

Join an exciting virtual event exploring how Japanese corporations and U.S. startups can drive the future of CleanTech!

As the world seeks sustainable solutions to combat climate change, Japan and the United States are uniquely positioned to collaborate on innovative clean technologies, from renewable energy and electric vehicles to green materials and energy-efficient manufacturing.

This event will bring together leading Japanese corporations, visionary U.S. startups, and thought leaders in CleanTech to discuss key trends, investment opportunities, and collaborative strategies. Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements, explore partnership prospects, and learn how cross-cultural innovation is shaping the CleanTech landscape.

Agenda:

• Welcome Remarks by FedTech
• Opening Remarks by JETRO
• Presentation by Tomohito Shibata, Partner at Japan Energy Fund, on How Large Firms and Startups can Successfully Work Together
• Discussion and Q&A on US-Japan CleanTech Landscape
  • Panelists:
  • Dr. Jackson Ewing (Director of Energy and Climate Policy, Nicholas Institute of Energy, Environment & Sustainability at Duke University
  • Satowa Kinoshita (Investment Officer, Japan Energy Fund)
  • Dr. Richard Dasher (Executive Director, US-Asia Technology Management Center at Stanford University)
  • Moderator: Hadas Webb (Director, Climate and Energy, FedTech)
• Closing Remarks