Clean Energy
Innovation Hub
VERTical Innovation Cluster
Accelerating the Transition to Carbon-Free Energy Systems
Through Collaboration, Innovation & Education
VERTical is a vast coalition working together to spur the development of U.S.-based energy suppliers and supply chains to accelerate the deployment of advanced nuclear and other next-generation carbon-free energy technologies for a sustainable future.
Led by Port of Benton, VERTical is based in the Pacific Northwest, the most robust clean energy region in the U.S., with experienced developers, operators and workers alongside researchers and trailblazers.
Our collective efforts contribute to decarbonization goals and energy efficiency, equity and resiliency for communities everywhere.
Reports and Resources
REPORTS
- Office of Nuclear Energy Strategic Vision – US Department of Energy (January 2021)
- America's Strategy to Secure the Supply Chain for a Robust Clean Energy Transition – US Department of Energy (February 24, 2022)
- Nuclear Energy Supply Chain Deep Dive Assessment – US Department of Energy (February 24, 2022)
- Pacific Northwest Zero-Emitting Resources Study – E3 (January 29, 2020)
CLEAN ENERGY SUPPLIER ALLIANCE
- Shared Business Development Resources
- B2B Partnering Opportunities
- Pathway for Nuclear Supplier Credential
- Solve Industry Wide Supply Chain Challenges
- Ensuring Next Generation Workforce Readiness
- Transparent Vetted Supply Chain
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Ideal Place for Supply Chain Logistics
Class I Rail
- BNSF
- Union Pacific
- Port of Benton
- Port of Pasco
Over 7,000 Workers at More than 100 Businesses
Partners Dedicated to Excellence
