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OPEN CALL: Scaling Novel Energy Storage Through Cross-Sector Partnerships
Ørsted and Newlab’s Future Energy Storage Studio is calling on startups and industry partners to pilot and scale novel, long-duration energy storage technologies beyond lithium—addressing grid reliability, renewable intermittency, and industrial decarbonization through real-world demonstrations and strategic partnerships. Apply now to collaborate on de-risking breakthrough chemistries and deploy resilient, sustainable storage solutions at scale.

Pilots Across NYC Unlock Learnings for the City’s Transportation Future
A collaboration between the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) and Newlab, the DOT Studio is focused on applying emerging technologies to advance planning, policy, operations, and real-time management of transportation across New York City in line with the City’s Vision Zero and sustainability goals.

OPEN CALL: Integrating Safer Energy Storage for Dense, Urban Environments
Newlab, NYCEDC, and Con Edison invite startups to pilot and validate innovative, regulation-compliant urban energy storage solutions in New York City—whether safer lithium-ion designs, alternative chemistries, mechanical or thermal systems, EV-integrated assets, or community impact simulations. Apply now for up to $240K in grant funding, collaborative pilot sites, and expert support to navigate NYC’s regulatory pathways.

Newlab Venture Studio Company Applied XL Raises $3.5M Led by Hearst Ventures to Expand Event Detection and Real-Time Information Platform
Applied XL was launched in early 2020 by Wall Street Journal computational journalists through the Newlab Venture Studio, which builds new businesses with seasoned founders and domain experts.

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