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Cascadia Seaweed is a vertically integrated seaweed farming and bioprocessing company that produces seaweed-based products for regenerative agriculture. It develops and supplies seaweed biostimulants for crops to promote growth, enhance stress resistance and reduce fertilizer use, and bovine feed additives to increase yields, lower feed costs and reduce methane emissions, supporting farmers in addressing global challenges. The company collects reproductive material from the vicinity of each farm site to protect the genetic diversity of its seaweed species.

Founded in 2006, 3E Nano develops and commercializes Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings for transparent media. These coatings are designed to control heat and light emission, targeting applications such as windows, windshields, greenhouses, and solar modules.

Virridy specializes in affordable remote monitoring solutions for water, energy, and environmental projects worldwide. Their mission is to enhance transparency, accountability, and cost-effectiveness of these projects, thereby improving health and quality of life.

SolarSteam is a hardtech startup focused on developing innovative renewable concentrated solar technology to tackle the challenges of rising heat generation costs and high carbon emissions. The company aims to provide renewable heat energy systems for hard-to-abate industries, including cement, steel, chemical processes, food and alcohol production, and mining. These industries typically depend on high-temperature heat generated from carbon-intensive sources for their operations. By offering alternative energy solutions, SolarSteam enables companies to lower their carbon footprint and reduce operational costs, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Gadusol Laboratories is a startup based in Corvallis, Oregon, that uses patented synthetic biology to produce natural sunscreen antioxidants derived from marine organisms. The company manufactures non‑toxic sunscreens that incorporate gadusol, a compound used by aquatic life to prevent sunburn, offering safe and effective sun protection while addressing environmental and health concerns associated with conventional sunscreen ingredients.

IOTAS, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in home automation services specifically designed for apartment residents. Founded in 2014, IOTAS installs and configures a variety of smart devices, including outlets, hubs, switches, plugs, and sensors, to create a fully connected smart home environment. The company's platform seamlessly integrates pre-installed hardware with software, allowing residents to control and automate their lighting and devices according to their preferences and schedules. By streamlining the installation process for property developers, IOTAS enhances the attractiveness of multifamily units, enabling property owners to offer modern amenities, reduce utility and management costs, and appeal to prospective tenants looking for advanced living solutions.