Good Energies

OffGridBox is a company that delivers renewable energy and clean water solutions in remote and underserved regions. The OffGridBox™ is a compact, all-in-one system housed within a shipping container measuring 6x6x6 feet, designed to produce electricity and purify water using solar energy. This innovative technology aims to address the needs of over 2 billion people globally who lack access to reliable energy and safe drinking water. Each unit can significantly impact local communities; for example, a single unit operated by a women’s cooperative in Rwanda can serve up to 300 families, providing essential electricity and sterilized water. OffGridBox has deployed 38 units across nine countries, including Italy, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, the Philippines, Madagascar, the United States, and Colombia, catering to various sectors such as humanitarian aid, household retail, and industry services. These units have collectively operated for over 400,000 hours, promoting sustainable living and improving the quality of life in the areas they serve.

Green Charge Networks specializes in energy storage solutions tailored for commercial electric customers who face significant peak demand charges. The company has developed a product called GreenStation, which helps manage energy consumption by storing energy during off-peak periods and discharging it during peak usage times. This innovative system is designed to minimize peak demand costs without requiring behavioral changes from users. Green Charge Networks has invested over three years in research and development, collaborating with the Department of Energy and various electric utilities, resulting in technology protected by more than 30 pending patents. Their smart controller utilizes advanced software to monitor facility energy loads continuously, enabling real-time decisions that optimize energy storage and usage. The deployment of GreenStations has been piloted in multiple locations in New York City, contributing to reduced operational costs for businesses, lowering the need for utility infrastructure upgrades, and promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources.

Tendril enables utilities to drive customer engagement via a rich and tailored experience for the home energy consumer. Energy and service providers rely on Tendril’s customizable software solutions to engage consumers to meet efficiency goals and improve customer service operations. All solutions are powered by an open, cloud-based, secure, and scalable platform that seamlessly supports numerous other utility-grade applications.

Inflection Energy LLC is a natural gas exploration and development company based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on identifying and developing natural gas opportunities primarily in the Appalachian region of the United States. By leveraging its expertise in resource development, Inflection Energy aims to support industrial clients in enhancing energy distribution on a global scale.

Power Assure develops and delivers business automation software that reduces energy use and carbon emissions in commercial, corporate, and government data centers. The company's software platform intelligently manages data center server capacity in real time, maintaining required service levels at optimum efficiency and lowest total cost.

SolarReserve, a venture-backed renewable energy company, focuses on advanced solar thermal storage technology. SolarReserve was formed to solve two of the fundamental barriers of renewable energy: scalability and storage. Unlike hydroelectric, geothermal, biomass, and other renewable energy technologies that use limited renewable fuel sources, SolarReserve's power plants draw their heat from the sun - earth's ultimate source of clean energy. And unlike wind and photovoltaics, SolarReserve's power plants can deliver power whenever it is needed, either 24 hours per day or only during "peak" demand. By overcoming these two key barriers, SolarReserve enables utility-scale, clean, renewable electricity generation.

Agile Energy, Inc., established in December 2009, evolved from Agile Energy LLC, a project development and consulting firm co-founded by Glen Davis and Robert Morgan. The company focuses on developing utility-scale renewable power projects across North America, specifically photovoltaic (PV) and concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) systems. Agile Energy manages the entire development process from project conception to completion, which includes site selection, environmental permitting, securing transmission access, contract negotiations, and arranging project financing. The founders, drawing on their extensive experience in the power industry and previous success at Ausra, Inc., have built a robust project pipeline and have positioned Agile Energy as a key player in the renewable energy sector. With its headquarters in San Bruno, California, Agile Energy continues to grow by recruiting skilled professionals dedicated to advancing its mission.

Enecsys Limited specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of advanced solar micro inverters and monitoring systems designed for grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) applications. The company's micro inverters convert direct current (DC) power generated by individual solar modules into alternating current (AC) power for integration into the electricity grid. Key benefits of Enecsys micro inverters include maximized energy harvest, improved safety, enhanced reliability, and simplified design and installation processes. The accompanying monitoring system provides real-time performance tracking of each PV module, utilizing a robust wireless communication system that connects to the Internet. Enecsys is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, with additional sales and support offices in Germany, the USA, and Taiwan.

AZZURRO Semiconductors AG, based in Magdeburg, Germany, specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of gallium nitride on silicon (GaN-on-Si) epitaxial wafers. Founded in 2003, the company provides products that support the development of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and various semiconductor applications. Its GaN-on-Si products are utilized in high voltage electronics, field-effect transistors (FETs), automotive components, power supply switching devices, sensors, and more. As of April 30, 2014, AZZURRO Semiconductors AG is under liquidation.

Champlin Energy is a wind energy development company dedicated to acquiring and developing renewable energy projects. The company manages all aspects of project development, taking initiatives from conception through to construction. This includes activities such as site selection, environmental permitting, securing transmission agreements, contract negotiations, and arranging financing for construction and project execution. Champlin specializes in creating large-scale wind farms, providing clients with access to sustainable wind power at competitive rates.

Ice Energy is a clean energy technology company that focuses on developing utility-scale distributed energy storage solutions. The company's primary offering, the ice storage air conditioner (ISAC), allows residential and commercial users to shift their air conditioning usage from peak to off-peak periods, thereby reducing electricity costs and increasing the reliance on cleaner energy sources. This innovative technology serves as a scalable and reliable resource for utilities, helping them manage peak demand and enhance grid reliability. By enabling utilities to control their load profiles intelligently, Ice Energy contributes to the transition towards a more sustainable power grid. The company's smart grid solutions integrate distributed storage and two-way control mechanisms, offering a modern approach to energy management.

Atlantic Wind Connection is an independent transmission company based in Silver Spring, Maryland, focused on enhancing the offshore wind industry in the United States. The company is developing a 350-mile offshore transmission backbone along the Mid-Atlantic coast that utilizes high voltage direct current (HVDC) technology and undersea cabling. This infrastructure aims to support the growth of offshore wind energy generation and help meet renewable portfolio standards (RPS) goals in the region.

AlertMe.com Ltd. offers an open, cloud-based platform called Omnia that connects a variety of devices and appliances to enable users to monitor, control, and automate their homes in Europe and the United States. The platform integrates multiple devices, services, and data, creating a cohesive ecosystem for home automation. Key offerings include Energy Analytics, which assists customers in understanding their energy usage and bills, and Home Energy Control, which manages heating, cooling, and connected appliances for enhanced efficiency. Additionally, the Home Automation solution allows users to customize interactions among connected devices, such as sensors, cameras, locks, and lighting. Founded in 2006 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, AlertMe was acquired by British Gas Services Limited. The company's technology aims to simplify the connected home experience, making it affordable and reliable for users while promoting energy savings and sustainability.

Power Assure develops and delivers business automation software that reduces energy use and carbon emissions in commercial, corporate, and government data centers. The company's software platform intelligently manages data center server capacity in real time, maintaining required service levels at optimum efficiency and lowest total cost.

Power Assure develops and delivers business automation software that reduces energy use and carbon emissions in commercial, corporate, and government data centers. The company's software platform intelligently manages data center server capacity in real time, maintaining required service levels at optimum efficiency and lowest total cost.

Enecsys Limited specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of advanced solar micro inverters and monitoring systems designed for grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) applications. The company's micro inverters convert direct current (DC) power generated by individual solar modules into alternating current (AC) power for integration into the electricity grid. Key benefits of Enecsys micro inverters include maximized energy harvest, improved safety, enhanced reliability, and simplified design and installation processes. The accompanying monitoring system provides real-time performance tracking of each PV module, utilizing a robust wireless communication system that connects to the Internet. Enecsys is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, with additional sales and support offices in Germany, the USA, and Taiwan.

Enviromena Power Systems specializes in the design, financing, installation, and operation of solar power plants in the Middle East and North Africa. The company provides comprehensive solar power solutions, which include system design, supply, installation, and long-term operations and maintenance. Enviromena also offers consulting services focused on energy efficiency, power purchase agreements, and solar irradiation. Its residential offerings feature roof-mounted and architecturally integrated solar systems tailored for homeowners and landlords. Additionally, the company develops utility-scale solar projects, delivering clean energy connected to local power distribution grids for governments, utilities, and power developers. Through its initiatives, Enviromena aims to enhance the region's renewable energy landscape.

Konarka Technologies, Inc. develops and advances nano-enabled polymer photovoltaic materials for commercial, industrial, government, and consumer applications. It provides standard products to serve portable power needs; and custom solutions, such as roll up chargers, personal accessories, and fold up chargers. The company's products are used in outdoor, portable power, indoor and remote sensing, and mission critical applications. It has strategic partnerships with Air Products, 24 Innovations, Kurz, SkyShades, Chevron, Merck, Toppan Forms, Dupont, Siemens, and the U.S. Air Force. Konarka Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts with business development offices in Asia. It has a research and development facility in Austria. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

AlertMe.com Ltd. offers an open, cloud-based platform called Omnia that connects a variety of devices and appliances to enable users to monitor, control, and automate their homes in Europe and the United States. The platform integrates multiple devices, services, and data, creating a cohesive ecosystem for home automation. Key offerings include Energy Analytics, which assists customers in understanding their energy usage and bills, and Home Energy Control, which manages heating, cooling, and connected appliances for enhanced efficiency. Additionally, the Home Automation solution allows users to customize interactions among connected devices, such as sensors, cameras, locks, and lighting. Founded in 2006 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, AlertMe was acquired by British Gas Services Limited. The company's technology aims to simplify the connected home experience, making it affordable and reliable for users while promoting energy savings and sustainability.

Tendril enables utilities to drive customer engagement via a rich and tailored experience for the home energy consumer. Energy and service providers rely on Tendril’s customizable software solutions to engage consumers to meet efficiency goals and improve customer service operations. All solutions are powered by an open, cloud-based, secure, and scalable platform that seamlessly supports numerous other utility-grade applications.

NorSun is a Norwegian company specializing in the manufacture of high-performance monocrystalline silicon ingots and wafers for the solar energy industry. The company utilizes the Czochralski process to produce its products, which involves melting polysilicon and shaping it into blocks that are then sliced into thin wafers. These wafers are supplied to leading manufacturers of high-efficiency solar cells, who prioritize quality and innovation in their production processes. NorSun operates modern production facilities in Årdal, Norway, and Vantaa, Finland, with an annual production capacity projected to exceed 200 MWp. The company is dedicated to enhancing economies of scale and advancing technology to improve the efficiency and affordability of solar energy conversion.

3TIER is a company specializing in renewable energy assessment and forecasting, with a focus on wind, solar, and hydro energy. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, it offers a range of products designed to assist in the evaluation and development of renewable energy projects. These products include Firstlook, an online tool for assessing potential wind sites, and Fullview, which provides detailed information on wind resources throughout different stages of project development. Additionally, 3TIER offers Powersight Forecast, a wind forecasting tool, and Fullview Assessment, which delivers solar assessment mapping and due diligence information for solar projects. The company serves a diverse client base, including renewable energy project operators, developers, financiers, and marketers, with a commitment to delivering accurate weather-driven insights globally.

The company recently launched at the DemoFall conference, on September 10, 2008. Microstaq's silicon chips are designed to replace the complex metal solenoids and valves that control the flow of refrigerants in air conditioning units. Since they don't have moving parts that use energy and give off heat during operation, the chips can operate 25 to 30 percent more efficiently than traditional valves. On September 22nd, Mirostaq announce a $12.5 million Series B round of investment. Funding was led by Good Energies, with follow-on investments from existing investors Yaletown Venture Partners and Polygon Group.

SolarReserve, a venture-backed renewable energy company, focuses on advanced solar thermal storage technology. SolarReserve was formed to solve two of the fundamental barriers of renewable energy: scalability and storage. Unlike hydroelectric, geothermal, biomass, and other renewable energy technologies that use limited renewable fuel sources, SolarReserve's power plants draw their heat from the sun - earth's ultimate source of clean energy. And unlike wind and photovoltaics, SolarReserve's power plants can deliver power whenever it is needed, either 24 hours per day or only during "peak" demand. By overcoming these two key barriers, SolarReserve enables utility-scale, clean, renewable electricity generation.

ActaCell, Inc. is a technology start-up focused on commercializing advanced lithium-ion battery technology developed at The University of Texas at Austin. The company's innovations aim to provide significantly longer cycle life at a lower cost while prioritizing safety. ActaCell's energy storage solutions utilize a nanocomposite alloy anode material as a replacement for traditional graphite, enhancing efficiency and longevity in high-energy applications. The company secured $5.8 million in Series A financing in July 2008, led by DFJ Mercury and supported by investors such as Google.org's RechargeIT program and Applied Ventures, LLC. These funds are intended to recruit essential technical talent and further advance ActaCell's battery technology for commercial use.

Second Wind specializes in advanced wind resource assessment technologies tailored for the wind energy industry. The company develops and manufactures data loggers and systems that facilitate accurate measurement of wind resources, which are essential for optimizing the performance of wind energy plants. Additionally, Second Wind provides instruments and software that help clients quantify wind production at their turbine farms. By enhancing the use of wind data, the company aims to make wind energy more profitable for developers and investors, while also ensuring a seamless experience for end-users. Ultimately, Second Wind contributes to the broader adoption of wind energy as an efficient and environmentally friendly power source.

EverPower Wind Holdings, Inc. develops, owns, and operates utility-scale wind projects across the United States, with a notable presence in Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York, and California. The company also pursues development opportunities in Ohio, Montana, and West Virginia, focusing on regions like the Northeastern, Pacific Northwest, and Mid-Atlantic. EverPower seeks to identify or acquire early-stage development projects and operates through a combination of greenfield development and strategic acquisitions. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company has additional offices in New York and Bellefontaine, Ohio. It is currently a subsidiary of Innogy Renewables US LLC.

3TIER is a company specializing in renewable energy assessment and forecasting, with a focus on wind, solar, and hydro energy. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, it offers a range of products designed to assist in the evaluation and development of renewable energy projects. These products include Firstlook, an online tool for assessing potential wind sites, and Fullview, which provides detailed information on wind resources throughout different stages of project development. Additionally, 3TIER offers Powersight Forecast, a wind forecasting tool, and Fullview Assessment, which delivers solar assessment mapping and due diligence information for solar projects. The company serves a diverse client base, including renewable energy project operators, developers, financiers, and marketers, with a commitment to delivering accurate weather-driven insights globally.

SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. engages in the manufacture and sale of insulating glass units and control systems to window and skylight manufacturers in the residential marketplace. The company also provides windows, skylights, and curtain walls for commercial and institutional buildings. It offers its products to owner-occupied office spaces, museums, libraries, art galleries, health care facilities, religious facilities, aviation facilities, high-tech or image buildings, and atriums and overhead daylight openings. SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. was founded in 1989 and is based in Faribault, Minnesota. As of November 10, 2010, SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain.

Second Wind specializes in advanced wind resource assessment technologies tailored for the wind energy industry. The company develops and manufactures data loggers and systems that facilitate accurate measurement of wind resources, which are essential for optimizing the performance of wind energy plants. Additionally, Second Wind provides instruments and software that help clients quantify wind production at their turbine farms. By enhancing the use of wind data, the company aims to make wind energy more profitable for developers and investors, while also ensuring a seamless experience for end-users. Ultimately, Second Wind contributes to the broader adoption of wind energy as an efficient and environmentally friendly power source.

Ice Energy is a clean energy technology company that focuses on developing utility-scale distributed energy storage solutions. The company's primary offering, the ice storage air conditioner (ISAC), allows residential and commercial users to shift their air conditioning usage from peak to off-peak periods, thereby reducing electricity costs and increasing the reliance on cleaner energy sources. This innovative technology serves as a scalable and reliable resource for utilities, helping them manage peak demand and enhance grid reliability. By enabling utilities to control their load profiles intelligently, Ice Energy contributes to the transition towards a more sustainable power grid. The company's smart grid solutions integrate distributed storage and two-way control mechanisms, offering a modern approach to energy management.

NorSun is a Norwegian company specializing in the manufacture of high-performance monocrystalline silicon ingots and wafers for the solar energy industry. The company utilizes the Czochralski process to produce its products, which involves melting polysilicon and shaping it into blocks that are then sliced into thin wafers. These wafers are supplied to leading manufacturers of high-efficiency solar cells, who prioritize quality and innovation in their production processes. NorSun operates modern production facilities in Årdal, Norway, and Vantaa, Finland, with an annual production capacity projected to exceed 200 MWp. The company is dedicated to enhancing economies of scale and advancing technology to improve the efficiency and affordability of solar energy conversion.

CSG Solar is one of the leading players in thin-film solar technology. The company gets its name (Crystalline Silicon on Glass) from its technology, in which an extremely thin layer of silicon is deposited directly onto a glass sheet. This captures the already proven qualities of silicon in solar cells while significantly reducing the total amount of silicon required.

Konarka Technologies, Inc. develops and advances nano-enabled polymer photovoltaic materials for commercial, industrial, government, and consumer applications. It provides standard products to serve portable power needs; and custom solutions, such as roll up chargers, personal accessories, and fold up chargers. The company's products are used in outdoor, portable power, indoor and remote sensing, and mission critical applications. It has strategic partnerships with Air Products, 24 Innovations, Kurz, SkyShades, Chevron, Merck, Toppan Forms, Dupont, Siemens, and the U.S. Air Force. Konarka Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts with business development offices in Asia. It has a research and development facility in Austria. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.