Got portable power? The Foundry Cup wants to hear from you

Eastern Foundry, the Arlington-based incubator and coworking space announced recently that it has opened applications for the second annual Foundry Cup. This year, the theme is portable power.
The three-day program will bring together up to 10 finalists focused on developing off-the-grid power solutions. Finalists will be given support and professional training throughout the program with the aim of helping accelerate the development of the product. Participants will present their concept and a prototype at a demo day at the end of the program, and compete for cash prizes.
Eastern Foundry announced that the subject of this year’s challenge — portable power — was developed with the advice of the government as well as area think tanks. Experts identified portable power as a critical need, as well as one where the private sector can have an impact.
“Environmental issues are global and we want to do the best we can to make a difference,” Geoff Orazem, cofounder and managing partner of Eastern Foundry, said in a statement.
Ideal solutions will decrease government spending and reduce the carbon footprint, while also allowing users to save and improve lives.
Got a portable power solution or concept that fits the bill? Applications are open until Jan. 15, and the finalists will be announced in February.