U.S. Department of Energy

The Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. (EPRI) conducts research and development relating to the generation, delivery and use of electricity for the benefit of the public.

The University of Pennsylvania, established in 1740 and located in Philadelphia, is a prestigious non-profit educational institution known for its commitment to producing future leaders through comprehensive liberal arts and sciences programs. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate degrees in over 140 fields, alongside more than 180 graduate programs. The university emphasizes social outreach, providing more than 300 volunteer opportunities and over 160 academic community service courses, coordinated through initiatives like the Civic House and the Fox Leadership program. As a member of the Ivy League, Penn maintains a competitive admissions process, requiring applicants to submit standardized test scores and specific application forms. Financial aid is awarded solely based on need, utilizing grants and work-study programs to ensure access to education without the burden of loans. Through its robust academic offerings and community engagement, the University of Pennsylvania aims to foster both personal and societal advancement.

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is an independent, non-partisan nonprofit that drives the efficient and restorative use of resources. Co-founded in 1982 by Amory Lovins, its Chairman Emeritus and Chief Scientist, RMI now has approximately 80 full-time staff, annual operations of $16 million, and a global reach and reputation. RMI advances market-based solutions, engaging businesses, communities, and institutions to cost-effectively shift to efficiency and renewables. We employ rigorous research, analysis, and whole-systems expertise to develop breakthrough insights. We then convene and collaborate with diverse partners—business, government, academic, nonprofit, philanthropic, and military—to accelerate and scale solutions. RMI's strategic focus is transforming global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.

Nonlinear Materials Corp. is a developer of next-generation nano-scale photonics. Nonlinear Materials Corporation (NLM) has exclusively licensed proprietary materials and methods developed by University of Washington researchers to deliver “fiber-optic networks on a chip.”