As the Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator enters its third year, startups around the world are invited to apply for the 2022 class.

The innovative program, located in Birmingham, seeks early stage startups focused on emerging energy technologies. In just two years, the first two classes have raised a combined $150 million in follow-on funding.

The class will run for 13 weeks and include 10 companies. Through their participation in Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator, startups will receive seed investment, business coaching and mentorship through Techstars’ worldwide network of business leaders.

The application process is now open, with a deadline to apply by May 11. The program will begin Sept. 12. At the end of 90 days, the program will culminate in Demo Day, a public pitch event Dec. 9. Areas of interest include smart cities, electric grid resiliency and sustainability, industrial electrification, connectivity and electric transportation.

“Now that we’re in year three of Techstars Alabama EnergyTech, it feels like we’re really hitting our stride. We had a lot of winners in our first two classes, and we’re excited to build on that foundation,” said Nate Schmidt, Techstars Alabama’s managing director. “We’re looking for incredible entrepreneurs attacking big markets. I can’t wait to meet our next batch of companies and support new technologies that will change the world.”

Techstars Alabama is supported by Alabama Power, the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama, the Alabama Department of Commerce, Altec, PowerSouth, Southern Research and the University of Alabama. They play a key role in the accelerator process, with the common goal of growing the number of startup companies based in Alabama and making the area a hub of innovation activity.

For more information, visit the Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator program page at Techstars.