ARPA-E

ARPA-E is a government agency focused on advancing high-potential, high-impact energy technologies that are not yet ready for private-sector investment. By funding innovative projects, ARPA-E aims to create new ways to generate, store, and use energy, ultimately contributing to a more secure and affordable American future. With a focus on transformational energy technologies, ARPA-E plays a crucial role in accelerating the development of groundbreaking solutions in the energy sector.

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SHINE

Grant in 2025
SHINE develops and deploys fusion-based technology to produce medical isotopes and neutron sources. Its processes generate molybdenum-99, a precursor to technetium-99m used in diagnostic imaging, and lutetium-177 for diagnostic and therapeutic use, along with iodine-131 and iodine-125 for thyroid treatment and brachytherapy, and xenon-133 for lung and brain imaging. The company’s systems also provide neutron sources for industrial imaging, radiation-effects testing, and fusion materials research. In addition to medical isotopes, SHINE aims to recycle nuclear waste and advance fusion power as a source of clean energy. The business serves health care and industrial customers worldwide. SHINE is based in Janesville, Wisconsin, with an office in Alkmaar, Netherlands.

Addis Energy

Grant in 2025
Addis Energy is a pioneering company dedicated to revolutionizing the global chemical industry. It specializes in the production of ammonia, a critical component in various industries, using a novel, low-carbon process. Unlike traditional methods, Addis Energy's technology injects air and water into iron-rich rocks deep underground, facilitating a chemical reaction that yields ammonia with significantly reduced emissions and at a lower cost. This innovative approach enables businesses to meet their chemical needs in a more sustainable and economical manner.

Toyota Motor North America

Grant in 2024
Toyota Motor North America manufactures and sells a wide range of automobiles and accessories.

GE Vernova

Grant in 2024
GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

Iontra

Grant in 2024
Founded in 2013, Iontra specializes in energy storage solutions. It develops charge control technology for lithium-ion batteries, enhancing their performance, safety, and lifespan. This contributes to a more sustainable energy future by supporting the growing demand for electrification.

Metalplant

Grant in 2024
Metalplant is a pioneering company that specializes in carbon-negative nickel farming. It employs a process called phytomining, where nickel is extracted from the soil using specially selected plants. This method not only produces nickel, a critical metal in the green energy transition, but also removes excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through enhanced rock weathering, making it a sustainable and environmentally beneficial business.

Equatic

Grant in 2024
Equatic develops and deploys electrolysis-based technology that uses seawater to remove atmospheric CO2 at scale. The process stabilizes CO2 permanently as dissolved bicarbonate in seawater and as solid mineral carbonates, enabling long-term storage and potential revenue from co-produced green fuels. The company designs, builds, and operates carbon removal facilities globally and collaborates with partners to implement seawater electrolysis systems for large-scale decarbonization.

CarbonBridge

Grant in 2024
CarbonBridge develops advanced bioreactors that enhance microbe productivity by over 400%. The company aims to produce ultra-low carbon methanol using intermittent power sources, supported by ARPA-E. Its headquarters are in San Jose, with research and development facilities in Harlem, New York.

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Grant in 2024
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is a national laboratory that conducts unclassified scientific research on behalf of the United States Department of Energy. Berkeley Lab is a member of the national laboratory system supported by the U.S. Department of Energy through its Office of Science. It is managed by the University of California (UC) and is charged with conducting unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines. Located on a 200-acre site in the hills above the UC Berkeley campus, Berkeley Lab employs approximately 4,200 scientists, engineers, support staff, and students. The Lab is also responsible for creating 5,600 jobs locally and 12,000 nationally. The overall economic impact on the national economy is estimated at $1.6 billion a year. Technologies developed at Berkeley Lab have generated billions of dollars in revenues, and thousands of jobs. Berkeley Lab was founded in 1931 by Ernest Orlando Lawrence, a UC Berkeley physicist who won the 1939 Nobel Prize in physics for his invention of the cyclotron, a circular particle accelerator that opened the door to high-energy physics.

Antora Energy

Grant in 2024
Antora Energy specializes in delivering reliable, zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions to heavy industries. The company's core technology involves thermal energy storage that absorbs excess solar and wind electricity, converting it into usable heat for industrial processes.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Grant in 2024
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a prestigious technological university founded in 1865. Renowned for its commitment to project-based learning, WPI emphasizes practical application of theoretical knowledge to address real-world challenges. The university boasts a distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities, fostering an environment rich in innovation and collaboration. WPI attracts ambitious students eager to engage in hands-on experiences that prepare them to make meaningful contributions to society. With a strong focus on developing skills that are crucial in today’s dynamic landscape, WPI positions itself as a leader in education and research, dedicated to empowering its students and faculty to achieve excellence.

Chilldyne

Grant in 2024
Chilldyne specializes in developing liquid cooling systems for data centers, aiming to reduce energy consumption and provide cost-effective alternatives to traditional air cooling methods. The company's technology focuses on direct-to-chip cooling of CPUs in high-performance computers and servers using water. This approach is designed to lower operating expenditures for data centers and mitigate the risks typically associated with liquid cooling. Chilldyne achieves this through a proprietary negative pressure pump that operates at a low flow rate, ensuring both safety and cost efficiency.

Opcondys

Grant in 2023
Opcondys develops semiconductor devices for power electronics, focusing on the opticondistor optical switching device for grid control and fault detection. The company markets Opticondistor for grid-tied energy storage, traction drives, high-voltage power supplies, HVDC and flexible AC transmission system equipment used in grid modernization. It serves the energy sector and manufacturers of high-voltage equipment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Manteca, California, Opcondys leverages wide-bandgap materials to deliver faster operation, broader temperature tolerance, and higher power handling, enabling equipment that is smaller, lighter, and more energy efficient, reducing system costs and energy use.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Grant in 2023
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, founded in 1952 and located in Livermore, California, is a national security laboratory focused on applying science and technology to address significant global challenges. It provides a range of services in areas such as counterterrorism, nonproliferation, defense, and intelligence, as well as energy and environmental security. The laboratory specializes in research and development across various disciplines, including computation, engineering, physics, and life sciences. Its work supports critical mission areas, including biosecurity and biodefense, by developing capabilities to detect and characterize emerging threats and prevent incidents involving radiological, nuclear, or high-explosive materials. Managed by Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration, the laboratory plays a vital role in ensuring national security through innovative scientific solutions.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Grant in 2023
The Georgia Institute of Technology is a state-funded research university based in Atlanta, Georgia. The institute offers degree programs in architecture, computing, engineering, arts, business, and sciences. Georgia Tech, as the institute is commonly referred to, is organized into six colleges and contains 31 departments. Georgia Tech is a public institution and receives funding from the State of Georgia.

Realta Fusion

Grant in 2023
Realta Fusion develops fusion energy technology for industrial heat and power production. It combines advancements in superconducting materials, plasma physics, and computing power in a simple linear fusion reactor design, utilizing abundant fuel sources to generate zero-carbon heat and power.

University of California

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1869, the University of California is a public research university system comprising ten campuses. It offers a wide range of academic programs and is renowned for its innovative research, driving advancements in biotechnology, computer science, arts, and architecture. With over 280,000 students and more than 2 million alumni worldwide, UC's impact extends beyond academia, influencing local governments, schools, environmental protection, and space exploration.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Grant in 2023
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

University of Florida

Grant in 2023
The University of Florida, established in 1853, is a public research university located in Gainesville, Florida. It offers a wide range of academic programs, conferring associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees across various disciplines, including languages, arts, sciences, engineering, and media. The university is renowned for its research activities and holds an endowment of $730.6 million.

University of Missouri

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1839, the University of Missouri is a comprehensive public university located in Columbia, Missouri. It offers over 280 degree programs across various fields, including medicine and law. With around 30,000 students from diverse backgrounds, Mizzou is known for its competitive admissions process considering factors such as GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and extracurricular involvement. The university provides academic merit scholarships and federal aid to support students financially.

Jetcool

Grant in 2023
Jetcool Technologies Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Littleton, Massachusetts, specializes in the research and development of advanced chip cooling solutions. The company offers a range of cooling products, from bare die to system level, and provides customized solutions. Jetcool's innovative microjet cooling modules, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, are designed to efficiently cool high-power electronics in industries such as defense and aerospace, advanced semiconductors, data centers, and electric vehicle power systems. The company's technology, published in several academic papers, uses small jets of fluid to cool components at the chip or device scale, enabling manufacturers to create more durable, energy-efficient products.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Grant in 2023
Established in 1867, this prestigious university is renowned for its academic excellence, research contributions, and economic impact on the state. With over 3,000 faculty members, it offers a wide range of programs, attracting top students who engage in diverse activities and join global alumni networks.

University of Maryland

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland is a renowned public research university located in College Park, Maryland. It is dedicated to research, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

University of Florida

Grant in 2023
The University of Florida, established in 1853, is a public research university located in Gainesville, Florida. It offers a wide range of academic programs, conferring associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees across various disciplines, including languages, arts, sciences, engineering, and media. The university is renowned for its research activities and holds an endowment of $730.6 million.

Flexnode

Grant in 2023
Flexnode specializes in designing, deploying, and operating modular, liquid-cooled micro data centers (MDCs). Their innovative solution enables businesses to efficiently distribute computing infrastructure, bringing critical data closer to end-users while significantly reducing both physical space requirements and environmental impact compared to traditional data centers.

NVIDIA

Grant in 2023
NVIDIA specializes in the design and manufacture of graphics processing units (GPUs), initially for gaming and professional visualization, but now also widely used in artificial intelligence, data center, and automotive markets. The company's products include GeForce for PC gaming, Quadro for design professionals, Tesla for AI acceleration, DRIVE for autonomous vehicles, and Jetson for embedded systems. NVIDIA serves a broad range of customers, including OEMs, system builders, retailers, cloud service providers, automotive manufacturers, and start-ups.

Purdue University

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1869, Purdue University is a public land-grant research university located in West Lafayette, Indiana. It is renowned for its programs in science, technology, engineering, and agriculture, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Equatic

Grant in 2023
Equatic develops and deploys electrolysis-based technology that uses seawater to remove atmospheric CO2 at scale. The process stabilizes CO2 permanently as dissolved bicarbonate in seawater and as solid mineral carbonates, enabling long-term storage and potential revenue from co-produced green fuels. The company designs, builds, and operates carbon removal facilities globally and collaborates with partners to implement seawater electrolysis systems for large-scale decarbonization.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Grant in 2023
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

South 8 Technologies

Grant in 2023
South 8 Technologies, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of lithium batteries and electrochemical capacitors utilizing an innovative liquefied gas electrolyte known as LiGas. Founded in 2015, South 8's LiGas technology addresses critical safety concerns associated with traditional lithium-ion batteries, effectively reducing fire risk and enabling operation across a wide temperature range of -60 to 60 °C. The LiGas electrolyte enhances energy density, supports fast charging, and is compatible with existing battery materials, making it a cost-effective solution for manufacturers. South 8's battery products, including the Arctic LiGas 18650 cell, cater to a diverse array of applications, including electric vehicles, energy storage, and sectors such as aerospace and defense. The company holds 23 patents in multiple jurisdictions, reflecting its commitment to innovation and advancing the capabilities of battery technology.

University of Maryland

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland is a renowned public research university located in College Park, Maryland. It is dedicated to research, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

24M Technologies

Grant in 2023
24M Technologies specializes in energy storage systems for grid and transportation applications. It offers innovative binder-free semisolid electrodes and unit cells, eliminating the need for traditional hydro or pyrometallurgical processes in battery recycling.

Virginia Tech

Grant in 2023
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, known as Virginia Tech, is a public research university located in Blacksburg, Virginia, with additional educational facilities across six regions in the state and a study-abroad site in Switzerland. Established in 1857, Virginia Tech offers 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to approximately 34,400 students. The university is recognized for its research capabilities, managing a research portfolio valued at $522 million, which positions it as the 46th university in the United States for research expenditures and the only institution in Virginia among the top 50. Additionally, Virginia Tech is designated as one of the six senior military colleges in the U.S. through its Corps of Cadets ROTC program, making it the state's second-largest public university by enrollment.

Solid Power

Grant in 2023
Founded in 2011, Solid Power develops solid-state rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and portable electronics. Its batteries contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, offering high energy density, ultimate safety, and reliability.

Sandia National Laboratories

Grant in 2023
Sandia National Laboratories is a prominent research and engineering facility focused on addressing complex national security challenges. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, it conducts research and development primarily related to the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons, ensuring the reliability of the United States' nuclear weapon systems. Additionally, Sandia engages in arms control and non-proliferation technologies, and explores methods for the safe disposal of hazardous waste associated with nuclear weapon production. The laboratory's expertise extends to various fields, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, energy, and defense, providing vital services that enhance national security and contribute to global peace initiatives. Sandia National Laboratories is operated by Sandia Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin Corporation.

The Ohio State University

Grant in 2023
Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a comprehensive public research university based in Columbus, Ohio. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and research programs across various fields including business, social sciences, law, medicine, and public affairs.

Quidnet Energy

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2013, Quidnet Energy develops grid-scale energy storage systems using a unique hydroelectric technology. The company stores excess renewable energy by pumping water under pressure into underground geological reservoirs and releases it to drive hydroelectric turbines when needed. This process enables seamless integration with existing electricity-generating facilities at a lower cost than lithium-ion batteries.

Deep Isolation

Grant in 2022
Deep Isolation develops innovative nuclear waste disposal solutions. Its proprietary method involves creating horizontal drill hole repositories deep underground in suitable rock formations for safe storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. Headquartered in Berkeley, California with offices in London and sales offices globally, the company combines scientific expertise with stakeholder engagement to deliver equitable and environmentally protective solutions.

Curio

Grant in 2022
Curio develops nuclear waste recycling technologies to commercialize the case for a closed fuel cycle. Its technologies are used to produce proliferation hardened plutonium fueled reactors and molten salt reactors and develop unique isotopes for use in targeted therapy of cancer to help businesses avail clean energy, substantially lower environmental footprint, and advanced medicine. By addressing environmental, security, and market concerns, the company aims to establish clean nuclear power as a catalyst for global prosperity and sustainability.

Power to Hydrogen

Grant in 2022
Power to Hydrogen (P2H2) focuses on advancing hydrogen production through its innovative anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyzers. The company’s technology leverages low-cost materials to generate high-pressure, high-efficiency hydrogen directly from renewable energy sources, addressing both technical and economic challenges in the hydrogen sector. By enabling the production of clean hydrogen at a targeted cost of $1 per kilogram, P2H2 aims to facilitate clean transportation, enhance energy storage, and support the decarbonization of industrial processes. Additionally, the technology can produce high-pressure oxygen and has the capability to operate reversibly to generate electricity, thereby creating multiple revenue streams and contributing to a sustainable energy ecosystem.

Texas A&M University

Grant in 2022
Texas A&M University, located in College Station, Texas, is one of the largest public universities in the United States, serving over 50,000 students across more than 350 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The institution features a diverse array of academic divisions, including the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the College of Engineering, the College of Geosciences, the College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Education and Human Development. It awards master’s and doctoral degrees in various fields, such as architecture, education, public service, and veterinary medicine. Texas A&M promotes an active student life with over 800 student organizations available for participation. The university has a straightforward admissions process, offering automatic admission to students in the top 25% of their high school class with a satisfactory SAT score, while also providing an opportunity for those who may not meet these criteria to apply through a comprehensive review. Additionally, Texas A&M is committed to accessibility, offering free tuition to qualifying students from lower-income families through scholarships and grants.

Synteris

Grant in 2022
Synteris is a manufacturer focused on developing advanced precursor powders for the 3D printing of high-temperature ceramics. The company specializes in producing non-oxide ceramic parts, including carbides, nitrides, and borides, utilizing a technique known as selective laser reaction sintering (SLRS). This innovative approach allows for the rapid production of prototypes and components that are essential for applications such as heat sinks and cooling architectures in electronics. By addressing the growing demand for electrical efficiency, Synteris aims to provide industries with cutting-edge solutions that enhance performance and reliability.

Deep Isolation

Grant in 2022
Deep Isolation develops innovative nuclear waste disposal solutions. Its proprietary method involves creating horizontal drill hole repositories deep underground in suitable rock formations for safe storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. Headquartered in Berkeley, California with offices in London and sales offices globally, the company combines scientific expertise with stakeholder engagement to deliver equitable and environmentally protective solutions.

Dimensional Energy

Grant in 2022
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company specializing in artificial photosynthesis. It aims to produce eco-friendly polymers and chemical intermediaries by efficiently harnessing sunlight using scalable reactors and innovative catalysts.

General Electric

Grant in 2021
Founded in 1892, General Electric is a multinational conglomerate operating in various sectors including power and water, oil and gas, aviation, healthcare, transportation, appliances, and financial services. It offers a wide range of products and services, from jet engines and medical imaging equipment to wind turbines and home appliances. GE is committed to driving progress through its innovative technologies and sustainable practices.

OCOchem

Grant in 2021
OCOchem develops electrochemical technology that converts carbon dioxide into formic acid, a green platform chemical and liquid hydrogen carrier.

LanzaTech

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2005, LanzaTech is a pioneering carbon recycling company that converts industrial waste gases into fuel ethanol and other valuable products. Its innovative bio-catalytic toolkits enable gas fermentation microbes to recycle carbon emissions from sources like steel mills and landfills, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting a circular economy.

NoMIS Power

Grant in 2021
NoMIS Power specializes in manufacturing silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor devices and innovative packaging architectures. They offer technical consulting, SiC design services, and research & development capabilities to the electronics industry.

AutoGrid

Grant in 2021
AutoGrid Systems is a technology company focused on optimizing energy management through advanced data analytics. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of flexibility management applications that help utilities, electricity retailers, renewable energy developers, and energy service providers manage distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. By leveraging vast amounts of smart meter, sensor, and third-party data, the company's applications utilize sophisticated algorithms to monitor, predict, optimize, and control the operations of numerous assets connected to global energy networks. With a team of skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts, AutoGrid aims to address critical energy challenges by integrating and maximizing the potential of the energy internet, ensuring the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy.

Emrgy

Grant in 2020
Emrgy is a technology company established in 2014 that specializes in the design and deployment of modular, scalable hydroelectric solutions. The company focuses on providing innovative hydroelectric turbines that generate electricity from slow or shallow water flows. Emrgy’s products incorporate advanced technologies, including turbines, magnetic gearboxes, and compact hydroelectric power generators, which significantly lower energy costs. These solutions enable power generation companies to effectively harness electricity from slow-moving rivers and streams, positioning Emrgy as a key player in the renewable energy sector as the industry shifts toward distributed energy sources.

Sortera Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Sortera Alloys manufactures low-cost, high-quality metal alloys for domestic manufacturing using its artificial intelligence technology. Sortera Alloys is a company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and was established in 2020.

Yard Stick

Grant in 2020
Yard Stick develops a handheld device that measures soil carbon levels in real-time. This enables evidence-based regenerative farming practices, improving soil health, increasing farmer income, and combating climate change by sequestering carbon.

Southwest Research Institute

Grant in 2020
Southwest Research Institute is an independent, non-profit organization benefiting the government, industry, and the public through innovative science and technology. It is an applied research and development organization that has a staff that specializes in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and the physical sciences. Its technical divisions offer a wide range of technical expertise and services in such areas as engine design and development, emissions certification testing, fuels and lubricants evaluation, chemistry, space science, nondestructive evaluation, automation, mechanical engineering, electronics, and more. The organization’s total revenue for fiscal year 2014 was 549 million U.S. dollars and spent more than 6.9 million U.S. dollars for internal research to develop innovative technologies that benefits clients through technology transfer as part of funded projects. Southwest Research Institute was established in 1947 by Thomas Baker Slick Jr. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.

NK Labs

Grant in 2020
NK Labs is an engineering company that provides design consulting services for electronics, robotics, medical devices, and instrumentation.

KC8 Capture Technologies

Grant in 2020
KC8 Capture Technologies is a green technology company focused on carbon capture, utilization, and storage, or CCUS. It develops intellectual property and processes to lower the costs and environmental impact of carbon dioxide capture, including a potassium carbonate solvent technology. The company's work targets reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions and supports sustainable development by enabling more efficient energy use and the deployment of low-carbon fuels, renewables, and nuclear energy pathways. KC8 aims to help clients reduce their carbon footprints, comply with evolving regulations, and contribute to climate change mitigation through scalable CCUS solutions.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Grant in 2020
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

X-energy

Grant in 2020
X-energy is a developer of advanced modular nuclear reactors and fuel technology for clean energy generation. The company manufactures fuel that seals uranium particles in a protective coating, making meltdown impossible. It develops safe and efficient reactors and proprietary fuel to deliver reliable, zero-carbon, affordable energy to people worldwide. The simplified, modular, and high-temperature gas reactor design expands applications and markets for the deployment of nuclear technology.

Moltex Energy

Grant in 2020
Moltex Energy specializes in developing molten salt reactors that generate carbon-free electricity while recycling nuclear waste. Their innovative Stable Salt Reactor - Wasteburner (SSR-W) offers low upfront costs, reliable power output of 300-500 MWe per reactor, and inherent safety features suitable for various communities. Moltex's WAste To Stable Salt (WATSS) process enables fuel recycling from nuclear waste, minimizing environmental impact. Additionally, their GridReserve technology allows energy storage as heat for dispatch during peak demand, complementing intermittent renewable sources.

Lectrolyst

Grant in 2020
Lectrolyst is a technology company that specializes in developing electrochemical solutions for chemical production. They use electricity to convert waste CO2 and renewable feedstocks into fine chemical components, offering scalable, on-site solutions tailored to industrial clients' needs. This process aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote more sustainable chemical production, helping clients minimize their environmental impact and reliance on fossil fuels.

GRYFN

Grant in 2019
GRYFN is an agricultural bioscience company that specializes in providing high-precision, multi-sensor drone solutions and proprietary processing software tailored for accurate data acquisition in crop production. The company's hardware and software systems enable the integration of various data sources, including RGB imagery, LiDAR, and hyperspectral cameras, allowing for detailed monitoring of agricultural developments over time. By delivering research-ready data at resolutions of .5-2 in2, GRYFN enhances the efficiency of crop breeders and serves a range of adjacent markets. Their innovative approach to geomatics ensures that customers can affordably collect and analyze high-resolution data, supporting informed decision-making in agricultural practices.

W7Energy

Grant in 2019
W7Energy is producing and innovating the highest performing hydroxide exchange membrane for a variety of applications.

Otherlab

Grant in 2019
Founded by Saul Griffith in 2009, Otherlab is a technology company based in San Francisco. It focuses on advanced manufacturing, energy systems, robotics, and software-hardware interfaces, with a particular emphasis on renewable and clean energy.

Bloomfield Robotics

Grant in 2019
Bloomfield Robotics specializes in the assessment of plant health and performance through innovative technology. The company operates a digital platform designed for breeders, growers, and scientists, enabling them to study plants more efficiently. By utilizing deep learning and portable cameras, Bloomfield collects detailed data on various aspects of plant health, including growth rate, water usage, and nutrient uptake. This valuable information supports the enhancement of plant breeding programs, optimizes crop management practices, and advances scientific research. Ultimately, Bloomfield Robotics aims to assist farmers in improving crop yield and quality while minimizing environmental impact and fostering the development of new plant varieties.

Moltex Energy

Grant in 2019
Moltex Energy specializes in developing molten salt reactors that generate carbon-free electricity while recycling nuclear waste. Their innovative Stable Salt Reactor - Wasteburner (SSR-W) offers low upfront costs, reliable power output of 300-500 MWe per reactor, and inherent safety features suitable for various communities. Moltex's WAste To Stable Salt (WATSS) process enables fuel recycling from nuclear waste, minimizing environmental impact. Additionally, their GridReserve technology allows energy storage as heat for dispatch during peak demand, complementing intermittent renewable sources.

Starfire Energy

Grant in 2019
Starfire Energy is a company focused on developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies, specializing in the production of carbon-free ammonia. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Starfire Energy has created modular systems that synthesize ammonia from renewable energy sources, specifically wind and solar power. These modular plants are built in shipping containers that are pre-wired and pre-plumbed, facilitating easy on-site installation. The ammonia produced is not only used as a fertilizer and refrigerant but also serves as an energy-dense liquid fuel. By utilizing renewable energy, air, and water as inputs, Starfire Energy aims to meet the growing demands for energy storage and transportation while contributing to carbon-free industrial processes.

Achates Power

Grant in 2019
Founded in 2004, Achates Power specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing advanced internal combustion engines for commercial truck manufacturers, passenger vehicle producers, military, maritime, and stationary power industries worldwide. Its primary offerings include opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines, along with engineering services and technology licenses.

Southwest Research Institute

Grant in 2018
Southwest Research Institute is an independent, non-profit organization benefiting the government, industry, and the public through innovative science and technology. It is an applied research and development organization that has a staff that specializes in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and the physical sciences. Its technical divisions offer a wide range of technical expertise and services in such areas as engine design and development, emissions certification testing, fuels and lubricants evaluation, chemistry, space science, nondestructive evaluation, automation, mechanical engineering, electronics, and more. The organization’s total revenue for fiscal year 2014 was 549 million U.S. dollars and spent more than 6.9 million U.S. dollars for internal research to develop innovative technologies that benefits clients through technology transfer as part of funded projects. Southwest Research Institute was established in 1947 by Thomas Baker Slick Jr. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Grant in 2018
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.

Aquanis

Grant in 2018
Aquanis, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing the aerodynamic performance of wind turbines to reduce the cost of wind energy. Founded in 2016 and based in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, Aquanis develops innovative electrical devices known as blade-mounted plasma actuators. These actuators are designed to counter unsteady aerodynamic forces, which not only improve the efficiency of wind turbines but also extend their service life. By enabling the design of larger and more efficient turbines, Aquanis aims to contribute significantly to the advancement of renewable energy technologies.

Form Energy

Grant in 2018
Form Energy, Inc. is a company focused on developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at transforming the electric grid by enabling the reliable use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Established in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is known for its innovative iron-air battery technology, which allows for the storage of electricity over extended periods, making renewable energy more dispatchable throughout the year. This technology not only helps to replace conventional fossil fuel-based generation but also enhances transmission capacity without the need for new infrastructure. By facilitating deep decarbonization of the electric system, Form Energy plays a significant role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a sustainable energy future.

Tour Engine

Grant in 2018
Tour Engine, Inc. is a company focused on the development of an innovative opposed-cylinder split-cycle internal combustion engine. Founded in 2006, the company has made significant progress in creating and testing its proprietary technology, culminating in the successful design and construction of a functioning TourEngine™ prototype. Supported by positive feasibility reports and independent thermodynamic studies, Tour Engine is advancing towards the development of next-generation prototypes. The company aims to enhance efficiency and reduce harmful emissions, positioning its technology for applications across transportation, industry, and electrical generation. By leveraging existing partnerships with leading academic institutions and pursuing joint development projects with major original equipment manufacturers, Tour Engine seeks to facilitate a smooth transition for manufacturers into the production of its advanced engine technology.

Liminal

Grant in 2017
Liminal, formerly known as Feasible, Inc., specializes in battery analytics through its innovative EchoStat platform, which utilizes ultrasound waves to assess the physical properties of batteries. By sending ultrasonic pulses through a battery and analyzing the resulting echoes, Liminal can detect differentials within individual cells, across multiple cells, and even between production lines. This technology allows for real-time insights into the electrical, thermal, and mechanical conditions of battery components, making it particularly valuable for industries such as automotive, residential storage, grid storage, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Liminal is positioned to enhance battery performance and reliability through its advanced screening and analytics capabilities.

Sunfolding

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2012, Sunfolding designs, manufactures, and sells advanced solar tracker systems. Its flagship product, T29 Horizontal Single Axis Tracker, features AirDrive technology for enhanced reliability and performance. The company serves the U.S. solar market with a team of industry veterans.

SLIPS Technologies

Grant in 2017
SLIPS Technologies (slipstechnologies.com) is the leader in providing customized solutions for sticky problems in materials. We create highly-repellent slippery surfaces for customers in all industries including: energy, packaging, consumer, automotive and environmental. Our portfolio of pioneering and award-winning technologies and our years of know-how were created at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering and the Harvard University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

SkyCool Systems

Grant in 2016
SkyCool Systems Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative cooling and refrigeration systems. Incorporated in 2016, the company focuses on delivering sustainable and energy-efficient cooling solutions aimed at reducing energy costs and carbon footprints. SkyCool Systems has pioneered the technology of radiative cooling, utilizing specially designed optical films that reflect sunlight and emit thermal radiation effectively. This allows their rooftop cooling panels to operate passively during the hottest hours of the day. The panels can be integrated with existing air conditioning and refrigeration systems, serving as an add-on or, in some cases, replacing traditional air condensing units. Through this approach, SkyCool Systems is contributing to a transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Aspen Aerogels

Grant in 2016
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is a leading company in the aerogel technology sector, specializing in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of high-performance insulation products. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts, the company primarily serves the energy infrastructure and building materials markets globally. Its product lineup includes Pyrogel XTE, Pyrogel HPS, and Cryogel Z, which are tailored for various applications, including power generation and cryogenic systems. Aspen Aerogels also offers solutions like Spaceloft, designed for both offshore oil production and building materials. The company's insulation solutions are recognized for their superior thermal efficiency, often outperforming traditional materials by up to eight times. Additionally, Aspen Aerogels engages in research and development activities, collaborating with U.S. government agencies and other institutions to advance aerogel technology.

Starfire Energy

Grant in 2015
Starfire Energy is a company focused on developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies, specializing in the production of carbon-free ammonia. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Starfire Energy has created modular systems that synthesize ammonia from renewable energy sources, specifically wind and solar power. These modular plants are built in shipping containers that are pre-wired and pre-plumbed, facilitating easy on-site installation. The ammonia produced is not only used as a fertilizer and refrigerant but also serves as an energy-dense liquid fuel. By utilizing renewable energy, air, and water as inputs, Starfire Energy aims to meet the growing demands for energy storage and transportation while contributing to carbon-free industrial processes.

Helion Energy

Grant in 2015
Helion Energy is a Redmond, Washington-based company developing fusion power technology to provide unlimited clean electricity. It designs and builds fusion engines, technology, and prototypes with a focus on commercializing fusion energy. The company has developed prototypes such as Trenta and is advancing its Polaris project to enable scalable, emission-free power generation for utilities and infrastructure developers.

Semprius

Grant in 2015
Semprius, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules. Founded in 2005, Semprius focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance solar solutions that are particularly effective in sunny and dry climates. The company's innovative micro-transfer printing technology allows for the production of highly efficient and reliable CPV modules, which are suitable for utility, commercial, industrial, and government applications. Additionally, Semprius licenses its micro-transfer printing technology for various non-solar applications, enabling the development of lightweight and thin products such as flat-panel displays, flexible electronics, and large-area sensors. This technology facilitates the integration of high-performance semiconductors across diverse platforms, enhancing the usability and accessibility of solar energy.

Primus Power

Series C in 2014
Founded in 2009, Primus Power designs and manufactures electrical energy storage systems. Its core product is EnergyPod, a flow battery system offering scalable capacity from 25kW to 25MW for stationary grid-scale applications. With a lifespan of up to 20 years, these safe and low-maintenance zinc-bromine batteries serve commercial, industrial, data center, microgrid, and utility customers worldwide.

Enzinc

Grant in 2014
Enzinc is an innovative company developing advanced rechargeable zinc-air batteries. Utilizing proprietary nano-sponge technology, Enzinc's batteries offer high energy density akin to lithium-ion batteries but at a cost comparable to lead acid batteries, making them safer and more affordable.

Kyma Technologies

Venture Round in 2013
Kyma Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of crystalline bulk and thin film nitride semiconductor materials, specializing in gallium nitride (GaN) and aluminum nitride (AlN) products. The company provides a range of offerings, including various substrate types, crystal growth equipment, and growth tools for wide bandgap semiconductor materials. Additionally, Kyma develops and licenses advanced technologies, such as electromagnetic field sensors, and offers services in device processing, materials characterization, and custom parts manufacturing. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, Kyma aims to create innovative materials and device technologies that contribute to environmental sustainability and enhance quality of life. Its product portfolio includes high-speed photoconductive semiconductor switch devices and advanced crystal growth systems, which support applications in the semiconductor industry.

Arzeda

Grant in 2013
Founded in Seattle in 2008, Arzeda specializes in protein design technology. It creates and manufactures proteins and enzymes for pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, polymers, and other advanced applications.

Revolt Technology

Grant in 2010
ReVolt Technology is a technology company, which is developing a rechargeable zinc-air battery. ReVolt's batteries may enable more high-power consumer devices, electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. The technology is a result of six years of intense research and development at SINTEF (the largest independent research institute in Scandinavia). Research on material combinations has solved issues historically related to the metal-air technology; power, lifetime and rechargeability.

OPX Biotechnologies

Grant in 2010
OPX Biotechnologies, Inc., based in Colorado, is a bioproducts company that employs its proprietary bioengineering platform, OPX EDGE, to convert renewable feedstocks into biofuels and green chemistry products. This technology enables the optimization of microbes and bioprocesses, aiming to deliver equivalent product performance with improved sustainability at lower costs compared to petroleum-based alternatives.

Primus Power

Grant in 2009
Founded in 2009, Primus Power designs and manufactures electrical energy storage systems. Its core product is EnergyPod, a flow battery system offering scalable capacity from 25kW to 25MW for stationary grid-scale applications. With a lifespan of up to 20 years, these safe and low-maintenance zinc-bromine batteries serve commercial, industrial, data center, microgrid, and utility customers worldwide.
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