Flywheel Software, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2009. The company specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for location-based dispatching and mobile-hailing services tailored for taxi fleets in major cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Flywheel's mobile application allows users to hail cabs, track their rides, and make payments conveniently. By integrating entire taxi companies into its network, Flywheel efficiently meets demand without the need for new vehicles or drivers, leveraging existing resources to enhance service availability. The company's TaxiOS replaces traditional cab meters and related in-vehicle hardware with a comprehensive smartphone solution, improving the passenger experience by streamlining hailing, tracking, and payment processes. As of 2017, Flywheel operates as a subsidiary of Cabconnect Inc.
Greenwave Systems
Series B in 2013
Founded in 2008, Greenwave Systems is a software and services company that specializes in Internet of Things technologies. It offers managed services through its end-to-end solution, Greenwave360°, which accelerates time to market, reduces operating expenses, and enhances service levels and customer loyalty.
Flywheel Software, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2009. The company specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for location-based dispatching and mobile-hailing services tailored for taxi fleets in major cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Flywheel's mobile application allows users to hail cabs, track their rides, and make payments conveniently. By integrating entire taxi companies into its network, Flywheel efficiently meets demand without the need for new vehicles or drivers, leveraging existing resources to enhance service availability. The company's TaxiOS replaces traditional cab meters and related in-vehicle hardware with a comprehensive smartphone solution, improving the passenger experience by streamlining hailing, tracking, and payment processes. As of 2017, Flywheel operates as a subsidiary of Cabconnect Inc.
Sungevity
Private Equity Round in 2013
Sungevity is a company that specializes in the design, installation, financing, and maintenance of solar energy systems for residential and commercial properties. By developing remote solar designs, Sungevity aims to provide clients with access to clean and renewable energy solutions at an affordable cost. As solar panel prices continue to decrease, the company targets residential customers, who stand to benefit economically from solar energy due to high utility rates. With over 100,000 residential rooftop systems installed in the U.S., Sungevity is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for solar energy, anticipating significant market expansion in the coming years.
Sungevity
Private Equity Round in 2013
Sungevity is a company that specializes in the design, installation, financing, and maintenance of solar energy systems for residential and commercial properties. By developing remote solar designs, Sungevity aims to provide clients with access to clean and renewable energy solutions at an affordable cost. As solar panel prices continue to decrease, the company targets residential customers, who stand to benefit economically from solar energy due to high utility rates. With over 100,000 residential rooftop systems installed in the U.S., Sungevity is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for solar energy, anticipating significant market expansion in the coming years.
Propel Fuels
Series D in 2012
Propel Fuels, Inc. is a fuel station operator based in Sacramento, California, established in 2004. The company specializes in providing a range of fuels, including diesel, renewable fuels, and flex fuels, primarily in California and Washington. Propel Fuels aims to empower consumers by offering access to clean, American-made fuels that positively impact the economy and environment. Its network of retail stations spans various locations, including cities in California such as San Diego, Anaheim, and Oakland, as well as sites in Washington like Seattle. Additionally, Propel Fuels features the CleanDrive platform, which tracks carbon emissions reductions, enabling customers to quantify the environmental benefits of choosing renewable fuels over traditional petroleum options.
Propel Fuels
Venture Round in 2012
Propel Fuels, Inc. is a fuel station operator based in Sacramento, California, established in 2004. The company specializes in providing a range of fuels, including diesel, renewable fuels, and flex fuels, primarily in California and Washington. Propel Fuels aims to empower consumers by offering access to clean, American-made fuels that positively impact the economy and environment. Its network of retail stations spans various locations, including cities in California such as San Diego, Anaheim, and Oakland, as well as sites in Washington like Seattle. Additionally, Propel Fuels features the CleanDrive platform, which tracks carbon emissions reductions, enabling customers to quantify the environmental benefits of choosing renewable fuels over traditional petroleum options.
Bridgelux
Venture Round in 2011
Founded in 2002, Bridgelux is a leading innovator in solid-state lighting technologies. It designs, manufactures, and supplies high-power, energy-efficient LED solutions, including chips, arrays, and subsystems. The company's products cater to diverse applications such as retail, hospitality, office spaces, industrial facilities, healthcare, entertainment venues, and outdoor lighting worldwide. Bridgelux offers application engineering services and strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Kaistar and Epistar.
Recyclebank
Venture Round in 2011
Recyclebank is a company dedicated to promoting sustainability by incentivizing environmentally friendly behaviors. Through its social platform, Recyclebank rewards members for engaging in green actions, such as recycling and adopting sustainable practices. Users earn points by completing various challenges, which can be redeemed for discounts and deals from both local and national businesses. This approach not only fosters individual awareness and engagement in sustainable living but also aims to enhance community participation in recycling efforts. By encouraging people to make environmentally conscious choices, Recyclebank contributes to a broader goal of reducing waste and promoting a more sustainable future.
Bridgelux
Series E in 2011
Founded in 2002, Bridgelux is a leading innovator in solid-state lighting technologies. It designs, manufactures, and supplies high-power, energy-efficient LED solutions, including chips, arrays, and subsystems. The company's products cater to diverse applications such as retail, hospitality, office spaces, industrial facilities, healthcare, entertainment venues, and outdoor lighting worldwide. Bridgelux offers application engineering services and strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Kaistar and Epistar.
Gazelle is an e-commerce platform focused on the buying and selling of used electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with operations in Louisville, Kentucky, the company offers consumers an easy way to acquire cost-effective electronic gadgets. Gazelle pays cash for pre-owned devices, which it inspects and certifies before reselling them to customers. This process not only provides a convenient option for consumers looking to stay connected but also promotes the recycling of electronic gadgets, contributing to sustainability in the technology sector.
EnLink Geoenergy Services
Venture Round in 2011
EnLink Geoenergy Services, Inc. is a full-service geothermal contractor based in Gardena, California, specializing in the design, construction, and installation of geothermal heat pump systems across the United States. Founded in 1995, the company serves a diverse clientele that includes government agencies, educational institutions, commercial business owners, and energy management companies. EnLink is recognized for its expertise in installing underground loop systems, known as Earth Heat Exchangers, and has secured numerous patents for its innovative approaches in the geothermal heat pump industry. In addition to installation services, EnLink offers consulting and advisory services, providing integrated design assistance, feasibility analysis, and project development support to architects, engineers, and general contractors. The company also delivers project management services, ensuring effective design validation and on-site supervision. EnLink's commitment to professionalism and reliability has established it as a leader in the geothermal sector, contributing to various projects, including military bases, civic buildings, and residential developments.
Greenwave Systems
Series A in 2010
Founded in 2008, Greenwave Systems is a software and services company that specializes in Internet of Things technologies. It offers managed services through its end-to-end solution, Greenwave360°, which accelerates time to market, reduces operating expenses, and enhances service levels and customer loyalty.
Propel Fuels
Series B in 2010
Propel Fuels, Inc. is a fuel station operator based in Sacramento, California, established in 2004. The company specializes in providing a range of fuels, including diesel, renewable fuels, and flex fuels, primarily in California and Washington. Propel Fuels aims to empower consumers by offering access to clean, American-made fuels that positively impact the economy and environment. Its network of retail stations spans various locations, including cities in California such as San Diego, Anaheim, and Oakland, as well as sites in Washington like Seattle. Additionally, Propel Fuels features the CleanDrive platform, which tracks carbon emissions reductions, enabling customers to quantify the environmental benefits of choosing renewable fuels over traditional petroleum options.
Petra Systems
Series B in 2010
Petra Systems is a technology company focused on smart solar and distributed energy solutions for smart city infrastructure. It designs and delivers distributed power generation technologies and system integration for renewable energy, microgrids, energy efficiency, grid reliability, and grid operation and maintenance. The company provides ground-mounted and pole-mounted solar installations, lighting control systems, wireless and surveillance sensors, solar generators, and battery backup modules, along with operation and maintenance services. Its SunWave solutions and related platforms integrate energy generation with smart grid capabilities to support remotely managed networks across urban and remote communities, solar farms, and grids. Petra Systems also develops a smart streetlight network that leverages energy efficiency, renewable energy, and data services to transform existing street infrastructure into 5G-ready assets, enabling municipalities, utilities, and mobile carriers to create revenue-generating networks. Founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company aims to advance smart grid connectivity and the deployment of clean energy technologies worldwide.
Rypos, Inc. is a privately owned company based in Franklin, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacture of active exhaust control systems aimed at reducing harmful emissions from diesel engines. Established in 1996, Rypos provides a comprehensive range of diesel particulate filters that utilize patented technology for efficient and reliable electrical regeneration of filter cartridges. The company serves original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket clients across various sectors, including power generation, transport refrigeration, rail, marine, and mining, offering modular systems suitable for both mobile and stationary diesel engines. Their products are distributed through a network of dealers worldwide, with ongoing research and development to enhance the applicability of their technology in emerging markets.
Liquid Environmental Solutions
Venture Round in 2009
Liquid Environmental Solutions specializes in the management of non-hazardous liquid waste, offering waste collection and treatment services. The company is dedicated to beneficially recovering materials from diverse waste sources, which helps its customers reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase landfill diversion, and protect water bodies. To maintain its commitment to providing value amidst rising fuel prices and regulatory compliance costs, Liquid Environmental Solutions has implemented an Energy/Environmental Charge aimed at covering these increased expenses while striving for an acceptable operating margin. Additionally, the company is actively investing in cleaner technologies to minimize its environmental impact.
GridPoint
Private Equity Round in 2009
GridPoint specializes in comprehensive energy management solutions. It offers hardware for monitoring energy endpoints like HVAC and lighting systems, along with a cloud-based software platform for real-time data collection and analytics. The company serves various industries such as retail, commercial buildings, and government institutions, helping them optimize energy usage and reduce costs.
Principle Energy Limited
Venture Round in 2009
Principle Energy Limited is an international renewable energy company established in 2007, headquartered in Douglas, Isle of Man. The company specializes in bioethanol projects, primarily producing ethanol from sugarcane in southern Africa. Through its focus on renewable energy solutions, Principle Energy aims to contribute to sustainable energy development in the region.
EnLink Geoenergy Services
Venture Round in 2008
EnLink Geoenergy Services, Inc. is a full-service geothermal contractor based in Gardena, California, specializing in the design, construction, and installation of geothermal heat pump systems across the United States. Founded in 1995, the company serves a diverse clientele that includes government agencies, educational institutions, commercial business owners, and energy management companies. EnLink is recognized for its expertise in installing underground loop systems, known as Earth Heat Exchangers, and has secured numerous patents for its innovative approaches in the geothermal heat pump industry. In addition to installation services, EnLink offers consulting and advisory services, providing integrated design assistance, feasibility analysis, and project development support to architects, engineers, and general contractors. The company also delivers project management services, ensuring effective design validation and on-site supervision. EnLink's commitment to professionalism and reliability has established it as a leader in the geothermal sector, contributing to various projects, including military bases, civic buildings, and residential developments.
GigaCrete
Venture Round in 2007
GigaCrete Inc., established in 2005 and based in Las Vegas, Nevada, specializes in manufacturing high-performance construction materials. The company offers a range of innovative products including PlasterMax, a mold and mildew-resistant plaster, StuccoMax, a one-coat stucco designed for direct application on various building materials, and GigaHouse, an insulated steel-framed building system. GigaCrete caters to diverse clients such as government agencies, oil and mining companies, builders, architects, schools, and plastering contractors, providing them with durable, functional, and eco-friendly construction solutions.