Bakar Labs for Energy & Materials
About
Bakar Labs for Energy & Materials (BL-EM) expands UC Berkeley’s renowned incubator model beyond biotech to support startups tackling planetary health—from renewable energy and advanced materials to circular economy solutions.
Commercialize Your Research: Get the essential mentorship and resources needed to accelerate breakthroughs in manufacturing, agriculture, waste management, and more.
Start Now, Scale Later: Launch immediately in our pilot spaces at Bakar Bio Labs or the QB3 Garage at Stanley Hall.
Future-Proof Facilities: In early 2028, transition into our permanent 145,000 sq ft campus hub featuring flexible wet labs, AI/ML support, and deep collaborative ties to campus partners and LBNL.