Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI)

About Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI)

Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is creating an inclusive green economy for the people of Los Angeles by unlocking innovation by working with startups to accelerate the commercialization of clean technologies, transforming markets through partnerships with policymakers, innovators, and market leaders in transportation, energy and sustainable cities, and enhancing communities through workforce development, pilots, and other programs. Founded as an economic development initiative by the City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP), LACI is recognized as one of the most innovative business incubators in the world by UBI. Since LACI started 15 years ago, it has incubated and supported more than 500 startups, helping founders access $1.5 billion in follow-on funding and generate nearly $400 million in revenue, creating over 2500 jobs and nearly $800 million in long term economic impact. On that journey, LACI has helped over 100 founders pilot their solutions, including dozens in partnership with local governments, utilities, and companies. LACI has been recognized as a top 10 global incubator by UBI. Learn more at laci.org