From Oregon BEST to VertueLab: $10K to Fuel the Future of Cleantech Innovation

We are thrilled to announce that VertueLab, formerly known as Oregon BEST, has successfully raised $10,000 in our latest funding round—a pivotal milestone that fuels our mission to accelerate cleantech innovation and drive sustainable economic development across the Pacific Northwest. Since our inception in 2007 as a state-funded non-profit economic development engine, our evolution into VertueLab marks a significant transformation in our approach: from solely supporting cleantech startups to now building vital bridges between visionary innovators and the funding and investment communities that empower them. This fresh infusion of capital will directly bolster our acceleration programs, enabling cleantech innovators to not only capture and scale promising opportunities but also to attract further capital and mentorship necessary for long-term growth. At the same time, the funding fortifies our capacity to serve as a dynamic conduit for funders and impact investors who seek to combine financial returns with measurable social and environmental impacts. By investing in innovative impact investing models and refining our tools to assess the ongoing benefits of our portfolio companies, we are expanding our geographic reach and deepening our commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future. We extend our sincerest gratitude to our supporters and partners whose shared vision is at the heart of this achievement. As VertueLab, we are proud to lead the charge in transforming cleantech entrepreneurship and creating lasting positive influence on both local communities and the broader global landscape. To learn more about our journey, our programs, and how we plan to use this funding to drive transformative impact, please visit VertueLab.org.