About the CCEC
Launched in 2006 and originally named the Northern Colorado Clean Energy Cluster, the CCEC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit economic development organization dedicated to growing primary jobs in the area of clean energy in Colorado.
Today, the Colorado Clean Energy Cluster is a well-established, thriving organization with a growing member base supporting over 32 companies employing over 3,000 people. Through its active initiatives and international collaboration the CECC is receiving increasing national and international recognition, helping to put Colorado's clean energy companies in a national and international spotlight. The CCEC's latest initiative - the International Cleantech Network - highlights the global leadership role the CCEC is providing, which will help link regional clean energy businesses with international partners in the form of business and industry groups, economic development organizations, entrepreneurial education programs and training opportunities.
The CCEC's mission is that by 2015, clean energy has resulted in the following benefits for northern Colorado that can then be replicated statewide:
- Job Growth: 1,650 new primary (direct) jobs;
- Attraction: 3-5 businesses per year, emphasizing headquarters and/or major regional offices, with a target of attracting one major player;
- Incubation: 3-5 small businesses per year;
- Projects: One project of global significance in 5 years, and 1 per year of regional/statewide significance; and
- Economic Impact: $325 million in new economic growth from clean energy activity in the region.
