Market Entry &
U.S. Expansion
Navigate U.S. incentives, regulatory risk, and local operations with insight across states, sectors, and stakeholders
Why U.S. Market Entry is Complex for Cleantech
The United States offers unprecedented opportunities for international cleantech firms—but success requires navigating a patchwork of federal incentives, state regulations, and regional market dynamics.
Each state operates as its own market with unique incentive structures, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder relationships. What works in California won't necessarily work in Texas or New York. Our team brings decades of experience helping international firms identify the optimal entry point and build sustainable operations across multiple U.S. markets.
50 Different Markets
Each state has unique regulations, incentives, and competitive landscapes
Complex Incentive Structures
Federal IRA credits, state rebates, utility programs, and local grants
Stakeholder Relationships
Building trust with utilities, regulators, and local communities
Our Approach
We combine deep regulatory expertise with on-the-ground operational experience to help you navigate the complexities of U.S. market entry
Regulatory & Incentives Navigation
We decode federal IRA credits, state-specific renewable energy incentives, utility interconnection requirements, and environmental permitting processes. Our team has successfully navigated regulatory frameworks across multiple states and jurisdictions.
State-by-State Strategy
We help you identify the optimal entry point based on your specific technology, target customers, and business model. Whether it's California's innovation ecosystem, Texas's energy market scale, or Northeast sustainability commitments, we know the landscape.
Local Operations Setup
From entity formation and banking relationships to hiring your first U.S. team members, we handle the operational details that make or break market entry. We've established operations for companies from Europe, Asia-Pacific, and beyond.
Stakeholder Relationships
Success in U.S. cleantech requires building relationships with utilities, regulators, industry associations, and local communities. We leverage our network and experience to accelerate your market credibility and stakeholder trust.
Market Entry Services
Comprehensive support for every stage of your U.S. market entry journey
US Market Entry
Complete market entry strategy, entity formation, regulatory compliance, and operational setup
Learn More →Regulatory Navigation
Federal, state, and local regulatory compliance for cleantech operations
Coming SoonIncentives Strategy
Maximize IRA credits, state rebates, and utility incentive programs
Coming SoonLocal Operations
Entity setup, banking, hiring, and operational infrastructure
Coming SoonUtility Interconnection
Navigate utility interconnection processes and requirements
Coming SoonPartnership Development
Build strategic relationships with utilities, developers, and offtakers
Coming SoonWhy Choose Wolfe Yates for U.S. Market Entry
International Experience
We've helped companies from Europe, Asia-Pacific, and beyond successfully enter U.S. markets. We understand the unique challenges of operating across cultural and regulatory boundaries because we've lived them ourselves.
State-Level Expertise
Our team has direct experience operating in cleantech markets across California, Texas, New York, and other key states. We understand regional market dynamics, stakeholder relationships, and regulatory nuances that can make or break your expansion.
Cleantech Focus
We specialize in clean energy and climate tech market entry. From solar and storage to EVs and green hydrogen, we understand the technology, policy landscape, and market dynamics specific to cleantech sectors.
Operational Excellence
We don't just provide strategy—we help you execute. From setting up your first U.S. office to hiring your initial team and establishing customer relationships, we're hands-on partners in your success.
European Cleantech Accelerates U.S. Entry
A European cleantech company planned an 18-month U.S. market entry process. Working with Wolfe Yates, they achieved operational readiness in 9 months and secured their first major U.S. customer within the first year.
We helped them navigate California's complex regulatory environment, identify optimal state incentives, establish banking and legal infrastructure, and build relationships with key utility stakeholders. Most importantly, we helped them avoid costly missteps that could have delayed market entry by years.
Key Results:
- • 50% faster market entry than originally planned
- • Successfully navigated CPUC interconnection requirements
- • Secured $2M+ in state and federal incentives
- • Established partnerships with two major California utilities
Ready to Enter the U.S. Market?
Let's discuss your expansion strategy and how we can help you navigate the complexities of U.S. market entry with confidence.