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      A cluster is a regional concentration of related industries that arise out of the various types of linkages or externalities that span across industries in a particular location. The U.S. Benchmark Cluster Definitions are designed to enable systemic comparison across regions. View and compare clusters across the U.S.

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      A region is broadly defined as a county, economic area (EA), metro/micropolitan statistical area (MSA), or state. The U.S. Benchmark Cluster Definitions use the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis defined economic areas. View and compare regions across the U.S.

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Astia

Astia is a global not-for-profit organization built on a community of men and women dedicated to the success of women-led, high-growth ventures and to the eradication of the need for the organization within the decade. The Astia method is designed for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs who understand the value of extraordinary relationships and believe in giving back. Designed for high-growth companies at all stages, the Astia offering is implemented by more than 1,100 volunteer members of the Astia Advisor Network that includes more than 300 former and current CEOs and 200 investors.

Location

833 Market Street

Suite 605

CA 94103

  • Read more about Astia  →

University of California, Davis

For 100 years, UC Davis has engaged in teaching, research and public service that matter to California and transform the world. Located close to the state capital, UC Davis has 31,000 students, an annual research budget that exceeds $500 million, a comprehensive health system and 13 specialized research centers.

Location

1 Peter J Shields Avenue

CA 95616

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CleanTECH San Diego

CleanTECH San Diego mission is to stimulate innovation and advance the adoption of clean technologies and sustainable industry practices for the economic, environmental and social benefit of the greater San Diego region. They accomplish this through a series of programs including education and outreach, policy advocacy and leadership opportunities. Their membership includes business and financial leaders, academic and research institutes, and government and non-profit organizations.

Location

9191 Towne Center Drive

Suite 410

San Diego, CA 92122

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San Diego State University Research Foundation

No description available.

Location

5250 Campanile Drive

San Diego

CA 92182

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Economic Business Development, Inc.

No description available.

Location

10055 Slater Ave # 231

CA 92708-4722

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University of California, Los Angeles

The University of California, Los Angeles is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, United States. It is the second-oldest of the 10 campuses of the University of California system.

Location

405 Hilgard Avenue

CA 90095

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Monterey Bay Higher Education & Research

The higher education and research institutions located within the Monterey Bay area have combined annual revenues of $1.5 billion, including more than $275 million in research and grant funding. More than 12,000 faculty, staff and researchers are directly employed by these institutions and some 65,000 students are enrolled annually. The Monterey Bay Higher Education & Research Cluster website provides a one-stop location for finding information on this important economic sector, including programs, job opportunities, and media resources.

Location

P.O. Box 2746

Monterey, CA 93942-2746

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Monterey County Agricultural Cluster

C2 is a unique opportunity to bring agricultural industry leaders together — combining forces — to further create one of the world's strongest and most resilient agricultural clusters.

 

Location

P.O. Box 2746

Monterey, CA 93942-2746

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The Environmental Business Cluster

The Environmental Business Cluster (EBC) is an award-winning cleantech incubator located in the heart of the Silicon Valley that provides commercialization support and facilities for emerging clean energy and environmental technology companies. Our suite of services include expert coaching and strategic counsel, focused educational and networking programs, targeted access to investors, strategic partners and industry networks, attractive furnished office space, equipment, conference rooms and training facilities.

Location

10 South 3rd Street

CA 95113-2515

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CALSTART

CALSTART is dedicated to the growth of a clean transportation technologies industry that will: clean the air; secure the nation’s transportation energy future; create high-quality economic opportunities; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. CALSTART is a member-supported organization of more than 140 firms, fleets and agencies worldwide dedicated to supporting a growing high-tech, clean transportation industry that cleans the air, creates jobs, cuts imported oil and reduces global warming emissions.

Location

48 S Chester Ave

Pasadena, CA 91106

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The U.S. Cluster Mapping Project is led by Professor Michael E. Porter at the Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness, Harvard Business School.

This project is funded by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration.