ATLANTA — Norfolk Southern will continue backing sustainability-focused technology startups through an expanded partnership with Georgia Tech Advanced Technology Development Center, committing $250,000 annually for the next two years to support the center’s Sustainability Tech program.
The investment extends a collaboration launched in 2023 that created a sustainability-focused program within the Georgia Tech incubator. Since then, the program has grown into one of Advanced Technology Development Center’s fastest-expanding segments, supporting more than 35 companies developing technologies related to climate, energy, and environmental challenges.
Today the Sustainability Tech vertical includes 29 active companies working in fields such as renewable energy, circular-economy technologies, energy efficiency, water technology, agricultural technology, and climate-data analytics.
“ATDC remains at the forefront of clean tech innovation in Georgia,” said Josh Raglin, Norfolk Southern’s chief sustainability officer, in a statement announcing the partnership renewal. “Norfolk Southern and ATDC share a clear vision for developing and deploying technology to help businesses meet their sustainability goals.”
The partnership provides participating startups with one-on-one coaching, specialized sustainability programming, and resources aimed at helping founders move technologies from concept to commercialization. Norfolk Southern says the initiative is also intended to help develop a pipeline of technology innovators in Georgia while contributing to the state’s economy.
John Avery, ATDC director, said the renewed support will help expand the incubator’s work in areas tied to climate sustainability and energy resiliency.
“With their support and partnership, we plan to build an even bigger pipeline of founders who are focused on creating meaningful businesses that address today’s challenges,” Avery said.
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