Strategic Narratives for the Energy Transition

TECHNICAL CONTENT WRITER | CLEAN ENERGY & CLIMATE

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Strategic Narratives for the Energy Transition

TECHNICAL CONTENT WRITER |

CLEAN ENERGY & CLIMATE

The most impactful solutions are not always easy to explain.

I work with clean energy companies, industry organizations and research institutions to create narratives that connect details and data to the big picture—helping customers, investors, and policymakers understand what matters and why.

Services

Services

Long-Form Technical Content

Long-Form Technical
Content

White Papers · Reports ·
Case Studies · Proposals

Strategic Communications

Strategic Communications

Thought Leadership ·
Policy Briefs · Substantive Articles

Thought Leadership
Policy Briefs · Substantive Articles

Marketing Collateral

Marketing Collateral

Product Collateral ·
Customer-facing materials

Clients & Testimonials

Clients & Testimonials

Clients include Recurve Analytics, Northern Pacific Power Systems, Efficiency First California, Building Decarb Coalition, Black & Veatch, Columbia Water Center, and the Earth Institute.

Panama Bartholomy

Founder and Executive Director

Building Decarbonization Coalition

“That rare blend of great writer with the industry and sector knowledge ... to actually write articles on buildings, energy, the grid, demand response and so many other topics."

Patrick Bischoff

CEO/Presdent
Gradient

“Combines technical expertise with engaging prose ... I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone needing top-tier technical and industry-focused writing.

Matt Golden

CEO
Conduct Energy

"Has a knack for translating even some of my most nerdy words into prose … always responsive and thorough.

Content Areas

Clean Energy

Clean Energy

Solar, Wind, Storage, DERs, Electrification

Solar, Wind, Storage,
DERs, Electrification

Demand Flexibility

Demand Flexibility

VPPs, demand response, energy efficiency, analytics, grid moderization

VPPs, demand response, energy efficiency, analytics, grid moderization

Water

Water

Depletion, access, quality, efficiency, drought, floods, wastewater, infrastructure

Climate

Climate

Disasters, insurance, climate variability, supply chain risk, prediction

Disasters, insurance, climate variability, supply chain risk, prediction

Urban Planning

Urban Planning

Transit, new urbanism, municipal recycling and composting, complete streets

Transit, new urbanism, municipal recycling and composting, complete streets

Agriculture

Agriculture

Development, urban farming, regenerative farming, supply chains, policy

Development, urban farming, regenerative farming, supply chains, policy

About

Cleantech Writing was founded by Lakis Polycarpou to help energy and climate innovators communicate complex technical concepts with clarity and purpose.

Drawing on more than 20 years experience in tech, energy, and sustainability communications, Lakis serves as both a writer and thinking partner. He understands that clearly articulating a message is often a critical step in helping clients fully realize and leverage the value of their innovations.

About

I’ve spent 20+ years writing about energy and sustainability for cleantech startups, industry coalitions, research organizations, and others. Let's discuss how strategic content can advance your work.

Need help with a specific project?

Need help with a
specific project?

Need help with a
specific project?

Lets discuss how we can help translate your
innovation into compelling content.