METYCLE operates a digital trading platform designed to enhance international trade in secondary metals, including metal scrap and recycled materials. The company focuses on facilitating transactions between buyers and sellers, promoting transparency and efficiency throughout the value chain. By providing direct access to metal waste and recycled metals, METYCLE aims to support the manufacturing supply chain while enabling clients to benefit from carbon dioxide savings.
NatureMetrics
Series B in 2025
NatureMetrics is a company that specializes in biodiversity monitoring through the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) technology. By leveraging advanced molecular methods, the company identifies and quantifies a wide variety of organisms in natural ecosystems. NatureMetrics provides actionable insights that support informed decision-making for environmental conservation and impact assessments. Its platform enables environmentalists to monitor biodiversity effectively over extensive spatial and temporal scales, addressing the complexities of nature in a way that enhances understanding and management of ecosystems.
1Komma5°
Venture Round in 2024
1KOMMA5 ° offers all owners of electric vehicles free electricity, which they refinance through trading with so-called GHG quotas. 1KOMMA5 ° encourages a self-determined and CO2-neutral lifestyle. It combines craftsmanship and high technology to always deliver the cheapest and cleanest energy whether photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, or electric car charging stations.
Ampd Energy
Series B in 2024
Ampd Energy is focused on designing and manufacturing energy storage systems that support an emission-free future, particularly within the construction industry. By offering an advanced, compact, and connected battery system, the company provides a sustainable alternative to traditional diesel generators, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions at construction sites. Through the integration of advanced battery technologies, connectivity, and data science, Ampd Energy aims to facilitate the energy transition and enhance the efficiency of industrial and construction operations.
LuxWall is a building materials company that pioneers the design and manufacture of vacuum-insulated glass. LuxWall produces glass that acts as transparent insulation, providing thermal insulation values comparable to fiberglass wall insulation. With widespread adoption, LuxWall's patented technology has the potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigatonnes per year. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States.
SiTration
Seed Round in 2024
SiTration, founded in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2020 by Brendan Smith, specializes in developing ultra-durable filtration membrane technology. This technology is designed to efficiently separate substances in harsh and challenging industrial environments while reducing energy consumption compared to conventional methods. The company's membranes combine the advantages of various state-of-the-art commercial membranes, offering users resource-efficient operations even in unpleasant industrial settings.
Ember is a pioneering company that develops and operates electric bus networks, offering a zero-emission transportation solution that is both convenient and affordable. By employing a full-stack, technology-driven approach to bus travel, Ember provides a compelling alternative to traditional car use, catering to a broad customer base. The company's operating system efficiently manages the entire network, encompassing aspects such as timetabling, ticketing, charging, and maintenance, which enhances service quality while reducing operational costs. Ember's all-electric intercity bus service features amenities like USB and Wi-Fi points, live tracking, and flexible ticketing options, significantly improving the passenger experience. With over 10,000 weekly riders and a rapidly growing customer base, Ember is effectively supporting a shift towards sustainable transportation and enhancing social inclusion.
Mission Zero Technologies
Series A in 2024
Mission Zero Technologies specializes in direct air capture technology that efficiently extracts carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The company's innovative device operates by drawing air, dissolving the carbon dioxide in a water solvent, and subsequently releasing it as gas through an electrodialysis process. This method allows for the production of low-energy, clean carbon dioxide, enabling various sequestration pathways. By providing affordable carbon capture services at any scale, Mission Zero Technologies aims to create environments free from polluted air and contribute to broader efforts in addressing climate change.
AtmosZero
Series A in 2024
AtmosZero is a company that has developed a modular electrified boiler designed to convert existing heat in the air into decarbonized steam. This innovative technology aims to significantly reduce energy consumption by utilizing as little as half the electricity required by conventional electric boiler systems. By focusing on decarbonizing industrial process steam, AtmosZero enables businesses to substantially decrease their carbon footprint, potentially eliminating one-quarter of industrial emissions. The company's approach represents a key advancement in the effort to achieve more sustainable industrial heating solutions.
Vammo, formerly known as Leoparda Electric, is a manufacturer specializing in electric motorcycles. The company provides technologically advanced mobility solutions, offering electric vehicles along with a network of shared swappable batteries. Vammo also supports its customers with financing options and comprehensive services including resale, maintenance, insurance, and convenient charging stations for battery exchange.
CarbonCure
Venture Round in 2023
CarbonCure Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in technology designed to sequester carbon dioxide (CO2) in concrete production. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, the company provides a retrofit solution for existing concrete plants, allowing producers to incorporate waste CO2 from industrial emitters into their concrete products. During manufacturing, this CO2 is chemically converted into solid mineral carbonates, enhancing the strength of the concrete while reducing its carbon footprint. CarbonCure's innovative approach enables concrete manufacturers to produce green concrete without compromising quality or cost, thereby facilitating a shift towards sustainable building practices. The company also offers marketing and environmental reporting services to support its customers in the growing green building market. By licensing its technology at a low capital expenditure, CarbonCure generates a recurring revenue stream while contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the concrete industry.
Ampd Energy
Series A in 2023
Ampd Energy is focused on designing and manufacturing energy storage systems that support an emission-free future, particularly within the construction industry. By offering an advanced, compact, and connected battery system, the company provides a sustainable alternative to traditional diesel generators, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions at construction sites. Through the integration of advanced battery technologies, connectivity, and data science, Ampd Energy aims to facilitate the energy transition and enhance the efficiency of industrial and construction operations.
Kelvin is an energy management and electrification platform focused on enhancing radiator-heated buildings. The company utilizes its innovative Radiator Labs system, which features smart thermostatic radiator enclosures that are connected to central heating controls. This technology aims to reduce fuel waste, lower building emissions, and improve tenant comfort. Kelvin's hybrid electrification platform allows buildings to electrify 60-80% of their space heating requirements at a fraction of the cost of traditional electrification methods. The system can be programmed to optimize heating sources based on factors such as energy pricing and carbon fines, helping radiator-heated buildings comply with NYC's 2030 emission caps at reduced costs. The effectiveness of Radiator Labs' technology has been validated by NYSERDA, demonstrating an average savings of 25.5% in heating costs. Kelvin's innovations have garnered multiple awards and recognitions, affirming its commitment to sustainable energy solutions in the built environment.
LuxWall
Venture Round in 2023
LuxWall is a building materials company that pioneers the design and manufacture of vacuum-insulated glass. LuxWall produces glass that acts as transparent insulation, providing thermal insulation values comparable to fiberglass wall insulation. With widespread adoption, LuxWall's patented technology has the potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigatonnes per year. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States.
Hometree is a home energy services company focused on facilitating the transition to low-carbon living for homeowners. It provides a range of services including the installation, repair, and financing of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient heating systems. Hometree aims to simplify the process of adopting sustainable home improvements by offering comprehensive home emergency insurance and maintenance coverage through convenient online subscription plans. This approach allows homeowners in the United Kingdom to manage their energy consumption effectively while ensuring that the entire lifecycle of energy solutions—from installation to ongoing maintenance—is comprehensively supported.
Disperse.io
Series B in 2022
Disperse is a London-based artificial intelligence startup that focuses on enhancing on-site productivity in the construction industry. Founded in 2015, the company operates a construction management platform that utilizes AI to capture and analyze visual data from physical sites, as well as 2D drawings and 3D models. This technology creates an interactive digital twin, which helps construction firms streamline their operations and reduce repetitive administrative tasks. Disperse aims to transform the way building projects are delivered and managed, fostering a culture of continuous learning and consistent performance among its clients.
Blue Frontier
Series A in 2022
Blue Frontier, founded in 2018 and based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializes in developing sustainable air conditioning systems. The company's technology focuses on reducing energy consumption compared to traditional systems by leveraging savings in building energy bills and utility infrastructure requirements. Blue Frontier's innovative approach includes an HVAC-as-a-Service business model and the ability of their air conditioners to store electricity, allowing them to adjust power usage during periods when renewable energy is abundant without compromising cooling performance. This results in a system that requires less than half the electricity of conventional air conditioning units.
Normative.io
Series B in 2022
Normative.io is a software company that specializes in assessing the social and environmental impact of companies by analyzing their purchases. Utilizing artificial intelligence and the world's largest sustainability research database, Normative's platform provides an emission accounting engine that helps organizations calculate their total carbon dioxide emissions. The software also offers visual analytics and generates comprehensive sustainability reports, processing both internal and external data to automate carbon reporting. By making the social and environmental costs of purchases transparent, Normative aims to facilitate progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and assist businesses in reducing their environmental footprint.
NatureMetrics
Venture Round in 2022
NatureMetrics is a company that specializes in biodiversity monitoring through the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) technology. By leveraging advanced molecular methods, the company identifies and quantifies a wide variety of organisms in natural ecosystems. NatureMetrics provides actionable insights that support informed decision-making for environmental conservation and impact assessments. Its platform enables environmentalists to monitor biodiversity effectively over extensive spatial and temporal scales, addressing the complexities of nature in a way that enhances understanding and management of ecosystems.
Nature Metrics
Series B in 2022
Nature Metrics Ltd is a biotechnology company specializing in DNA-based monitoring for biodiversity assessment and ecological research. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Egham, United Kingdom, the company utilizes advanced genetic techniques to detect species through environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. This includes services for identifying crested newts, testing for chytrid fungus, and conducting surveys on various aquatic species such as fish and amphibians. Nature Metrics employs methods like Metabarcoding, which sequences a specific region of DNA to identify species by comparing it to established reference databases, and metagenomics, which provides insights into species abundance and biomass within individual samples. By isolating unique genetic signatures shed into the environment, the company offers innovative solutions for monitoring ecosystems and assessing their health.
UrbanFootprint
Series B in 2022
UrbanFootprint is an innovative urban intelligence platform that provides a comprehensive data system focused on urban, climate, and community resilience. By unifying previously siloed climate, environmental, urban, and socio-economic data, UrbanFootprint equips governments, utilities, financial institutions, and urban planners with critical insights needed for effective decision-making. The platform offers parcel-level location insights along with a suite of spatial and policy analytics, enabling organizations to address essential resource questions regarding investment, resource deployment, and risk management. Through its web-based geospatial software, UrbanFootprint aims to streamline the urban planning process, helping stakeholders optimize for resilience and community well-being.
Biomason is a developer of innovative building materials that produce biological cement-based alternatives. The company utilizes natural microorganisms and chemical processes to create masonry materials at ambient temperatures, effectively replacing traditional clay and concrete, while significantly reducing energy consumption associated with conventional manufacturing methods. Since its inception in 2012, Biomason has harnessed biotechnology to produce sustainable structural biocement, which is designed to help eliminate 25% of the concrete industry’s global carbon emissions by 2030. Their biocement is already being implemented in various projects across the United States and Europe, and Biomason also offers commercially available bioLITH precast tile products, providing builders with a viable, carbon-free alternative for construction materials.
Leko Labs
Series A in 2022
Leko Labs SA is a Luxembourg-based manufacturer specializing in sustainable building components. Founded in 2014, the company produces Leko, a glue-free mass timber construction system that serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete and steel. By utilizing sustainably sourced wood, Leko Labs aims to reduce the carbon footprint associated with construction. Their cross-laminated timber technology not only provides structural strength but also enhances acoustic and thermal insulation. The company implements advanced technology, including machine learning algorithms and digital automation, to streamline the design and prefabrication processes. This approach enables faster and more efficient construction, contributing to the shift towards environmentally friendly housing solutions.
Normative.io
Series A in 2021
Normative.io is a software company that specializes in assessing the social and environmental impact of companies by analyzing their purchases. Utilizing artificial intelligence and the world's largest sustainability research database, Normative's platform provides an emission accounting engine that helps organizations calculate their total carbon dioxide emissions. The software also offers visual analytics and generates comprehensive sustainability reports, processing both internal and external data to automate carbon reporting. By making the social and environmental costs of purchases transparent, Normative aims to facilitate progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and assist businesses in reducing their environmental footprint.
Ampd Energy
Series A in 2021
Ampd Energy is focused on designing and manufacturing energy storage systems that support an emission-free future, particularly within the construction industry. By offering an advanced, compact, and connected battery system, the company provides a sustainable alternative to traditional diesel generators, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions at construction sites. Through the integration of advanced battery technologies, connectivity, and data science, Ampd Energy aims to facilitate the energy transition and enhance the efficiency of industrial and construction operations.
Nodes & Links
Series A in 2021
Nodes & Links is a technology company focused on helping organizations manage project complexity across various domains. Its innovative platform leverages artificial intelligence to forecast and manage risks associated with intricate project interactions. By offering features such as impact analysis, progress tracking, data discrepancy identification, and predictive reporting, Nodes & Links empowers users in the construction industry to make informed decisions quickly. The company's mission is to provide organizations with the tools necessary to navigate complex projects effectively, ultimately leading to improved outcomes.
Bob W is a provider of short-stay accommodation services that offers an alternative to traditional hotels. The company operates a managed marketplace of serviced apartments that combine the quality standards and amenities of a lifestyle hotel with the authenticity and functionality of a home. Each apartment is locally designed, work-friendly, and equipped with hotel linens and professional cleaning services. Additionally, the accommodations feature fully equipped kitchens, access to local gyms, and curated breakfast options. This approach allows travelers to easily find and enjoy short-stay accommodations tailored to their needs while ensuring a high standard of service and ecological mindfulness.
CarbonCure
Venture Round in 2020
CarbonCure Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in technology designed to sequester carbon dioxide (CO2) in concrete production. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, the company provides a retrofit solution for existing concrete plants, allowing producers to incorporate waste CO2 from industrial emitters into their concrete products. During manufacturing, this CO2 is chemically converted into solid mineral carbonates, enhancing the strength of the concrete while reducing its carbon footprint. CarbonCure's innovative approach enables concrete manufacturers to produce green concrete without compromising quality or cost, thereby facilitating a shift towards sustainable building practices. The company also offers marketing and environmental reporting services to support its customers in the growing green building market. By licensing its technology at a low capital expenditure, CarbonCure generates a recurring revenue stream while contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the concrete industry.
1KOMMA5 ° offers all owners of electric vehicles free electricity, which they refinance through trading with so-called GHG quotas. 1KOMMA5 ° encourages a self-determined and CO2-neutral lifestyle. It combines craftsmanship and high technology to always deliver the cheapest and cleanest energy whether photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, or electric car charging stations.