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Wire · operational-macro

Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy bets these 21 startups will shape energy's future

22 September 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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22 September 2026

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operational-macro

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Climate Tech

◆ Geography

United States

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Fusion42 · 23 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Breakthrough Energy has selected 21 startups in its latest fellows cohort, focusing on technologies to meet a predicted tripling in electricity demand driven by global electrification and climate goals, including fusion power, semiconductor efficiency, hydrogen transport, and climate adaptation solutions.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must prepare for a surge in electricity demand as clean energy scales and new tech like fusion and hydrogen logistics gain traction. This shift opens a market for tools and services that cut costs and boost efficiency before the surge hits full force.

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1 source · 22 Sep 2026

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Climate Techenergy-demandclean-energyfusion-powerhydrogensemiconductorsclimate-adaptation