Cool Planet Technologies
Series A in 2024
Cool Planet Technologies operates in carbon capture, using a modular, energy-efficient membrane-based system to remove carbon dioxide from industrial flue gas emissions. The technology enables capture at point sources and allows CO2 to be exported as a gas or liquid with high purity. A key element is the advanced PolyActive membrane developed by Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, which underpins the company’s method. The system is designed for scalable deployment with a compact footprint and rapid response, aligning with industries pursuing environmentally friendly operations.
Green Gravity
Series A in 2024
Green Gravity is an innovative power generation company that facilitates renewable energy transition through advanced energy storage technology. It harnesses gravitational energy by raising and lowering heavyweights in a mine shaft to capture and release energy, offering clients flexible, sustainable, and low-cost energy storage solutions.
XGS Energy
Venture Round in 2024
XGS Energy develops innovative geothermal technology to generate competitively priced renewable energy worldwide. Its clean, green, and climate-friendly solution enables clients to harness geothermal heat and power from deep earth formations globally.
CLT Toolbox
Seed Round in 2023
CLT Toolbox offers sustainable design of structural materials, using software to clear through the clutter and make design simple. CLT Toolbox is building structural design software to make mass timber as easy as concrete or steel.
Yotta Energy
Venture Round in 2023
Yotta Energy Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the manufacture of innovative solar storage solutions. The company's flagship product, SolarLEAF, is a modular energy storage device that integrates with photovoltaic panels, designed to lower costs and enhance the resiliency of energy storage systems. By significantly reducing the soft costs associated with the design, installation, and maintenance of energy storage, SolarLEAF provides a more efficient alternative to traditional centralized systems. Additionally, Yotta Energy offers SolarPLEXUS, a gateway that optimizes the operation of SolarLEAF units and facilitates connectivity within the system. Their software platform further aggregates energy data to support utilities in managing grid operations and enables system owners to effectively manage their power and reduce expenses.
Verdagy
Venture Round in 2022
Verdagy specializes in innovative water electrolysis technology for large-scale green hydrogen production. Based in Moss Landing, California, the company operates laboratory and pilot plant facilities to advance its technology platform, aiming to achieve low upfront capital costs and competitive unit economics.