Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator

Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator is a nonprofit organization established by the City of Los Angeles to accelerate the commercialization of clean technologies and expand a green economy. It supports startups in transportation, energy, and sustainable cities with resources such as coaching, mentorship, fundraising assistance, and facilitated partnerships with policymakers, industry leaders, and investors. The organization facilitates pilots and workforce development programs to advance market adoption and community benefits. Through its portfolio, LACI has helped companies raise about $221 million in funding, generate roughly $220 million in revenue, create approximately 1,750 jobs, and deliver over $393 million in long-term economic value.

Matt Petersen

President and CEO

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Itselectric

Seed Round in 2024
Itselectric provides curbside electric vehicle charging solutions tailored for urban environments, connecting charging posts behind the meter to adjacent buildings. The system expands public charging access, helping overcome infrastructure and environmental justice barriers, encouraging EV adoption, and improving air quality and community health. Property owners can earn passive income by hosting the charging posts.

Blip Energy

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Blip Energy develops smart battery systems designed to mitigate peak demand on the power grid. Their plug-and-play hardware optimizes energy costs for users while reducing operational expenses for utilities, with no permitting or installation barriers.

Bluedot

Seed Round in 2023
Bluedot is a marketplace focused on enhancing electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a software and hardware integrated system through a mobile application. This platform allows charger owners to schedule and share their charging spots, generating income while facilitating EV owners in locating both public and private charging units. The application not only enables users to track real-time availability of charging stations but also supports fleet owners in managing charge schedules, statistics, and maintenance remotely. Additionally, it serves as a universal charging payment and rewards platform for individual and fleet drivers, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles.

Molecule Systems

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Molecule Systems is a technology company specializing in energy automation. It offers a platform that leverages an innovative edge framework, combining no-code and artificial intelligence to streamline software development. This approach significantly reduces time, cost, and risk associated with traditional software development, enabling the efficient delivery of customized, project-specific software on a large scale. The platform also facilitates autonomous machine operation, allowing clients to deploy production-ready applications at scale.

ThermoShade

Pre Seed Round in 2023
ThermoShade specializes in passive cooling solutions for existing structures. Their primary product is a retrofit panel designed to create shaded outdoor spaces that can be up to 20°F cooler than standard awnings, without relying on electricity or water usage.

EV Safe Charge

Pre Seed Round in 2023
EV Safe Charge specializes in residential and commercial electric vehicle charging solutions. They assist clients in selecting products and managing networks via software. Additionally, they help secure grants and provide comprehensive sales, installation, guidance, and support services.

kerb-e

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Kerb-e is a company that specializes in innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging technology aimed at enhancing accessibility for urban populations. The company has developed a unique on-street charger designed for crowded city centers, facilitating easier and more affordable charging options for residents and visitors alike. By focusing on scalability and environmental sustainability, Kerb-e's solutions aim to make EV charging equitable and widely available, thereby encouraging the transition to electric vehicles in densely populated areas. The company's commitment to creating practical and efficient charging infrastructure supports the broader adoption of electric mobility while minimizing the environmental impact associated with urban transportation.

XOTO

Pre Seed Round in 2023
XOTO manufactures three-wheeled electric scooters designed for personal mobility. Its patented leaning rear-wheel mechanism and front-wheel drive technology ensure superior control, maneuverability, stability, and safety, even in low traction conditions.

Batteryze

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Batteryze is an AI-based platform dedicated to battery health diagnostics, focusing on the evaluation of battery circularity and the impact of aging on performance. The company develops advanced analytics and warranty software designed to manage battery risks throughout their lifecycle. By monitoring the state of health of batteries, Batteryze enhances the bankability of second-life batteries and accelerates asset monetization for businesses. This enables organizations to effectively assess battery performance and make informed decisions regarding their usage and sustainability.

Stak

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Stak is a parking solution enabled through a mobile app. It streamlines the parking process for drivers and focuses on tower automation, integration of EV charging, and management of distributed energy. This addresses issues related to limited space, insufficient infrastructure, and grid challenges.

Encora

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Encora provides technology for managing reusable containers and inventory in closed-loop scenarios. Their patent-pending technology utilizes Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), intelligent collection bins, and advanced data reporting functionalities concerning reuse, environmental impact, and customer return on investment (ROI).

Popion Mobility

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Popion Mobility focuses on addressing the critical challenges associated with electrifying transportation by developing innovative battery-swapping technology for commercial vehicles and equipment. The company offers standardized universal battery packs designed to provide efficient energy solutions for all-electric heavy-duty vehicles. This technology aims to create a scalable and universally applicable fueling infrastructure, significantly reducing the total cost of operations for fleet companies while enhancing their profitability. By pioneering advancements in battery exchange systems, Popion Mobility is committed to facilitating a transition towards 100% zero-emission commercial transportation.

Lasso Loop Recycling

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Lasso Loop creates in-home appliances that use advanced computer vision, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to sense, keep separate, clean, and process glass, plastic, and metal containers. By keeping materials separate and free of contamination, our in-home appliance maximizes the value of these materials - allowing them to be closed-loop recycled into similar products. Traditional recycling is broken. Lasso is changing recycling for good. Lasso Loop Recycling was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.

Dyrt

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Dyrt specializes in waste management solutions for commercial entities and governments. It develops web-based dashboards to monitor composting impacts, including CO2e emissions and water conservation. Dyrt also focuses on in-vessel composting systems and food waste management.

Automotus

Seed Round in 2023
Automotus develops computer vision software to manage urban mobility. It optimizes city planning using existing camera networks, providing real-time curb activity data, automated payment systems, enforcement tools, and EV incentives. Serving cities across the US and Europe.

Emissionless Transportation

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
This company specializes in innovative trucking solutions, aiming to improve driver experience by facilitating home start-and-end days. They focus on increasing efficiency (50% faster) and promoting electrification of routes while addressing the industry's driver shortage through optimized utilization.

ReGen

Seed Round in 2023
ReGen produces organic waste into biofertilizers that synergises microbes and plants, regenerating soil health and farmer's profits.

Microgrid Labs

Venture Round in 2022
Microgrid Labs is a software and consulting company specializing in microgrids, commercial fleet electrification, and energy storage. It provides software and consulting services for the design, deployment, and operation of microgrids and related energy systems, including electric vehicle infrastructure and solar forecasting. The company offers initial assessment, feasibility studies, modeling, simulation, and optimization to support fleet operators and energy project planners, enabling reliable operations, optimized charging, and cost-effective energy management.

Kit Switch

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Kit Switch is a construction company that develops modular interior kits for converting underutilized buildings into housing. It supplies prefabricated wall, floor, and ceiling panels with integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with a design package and a digital design and coordination platform to streamline manufacturing, design, and delivery. Kits are sized to fit through existing structures and can be installed quickly, reducing construction time, cost, and material waste while enabling sustainable, affordable infill housing. The company serves housing developers, architects, and contractors.

Shred Cycle

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Shred Cycle is a sustainability-focused company that repurposes polyurethane waste from skate wheels and manufacturing byproducts into materials for outdoor and action-sports products. It collects used skate wheels through a paid service, upcycles wheels that can be reused, and recycles those that cannot, turning waste into fillers and components for new goods. The company partners with Bridge-to-Skate to keep usable wheels in the community and operates processes to shred or upcycle discarded wheels into new materials. It offers collection services for used items and provides traceability for recycled inputs to help clients adopt circular materials, reduce landfill contributions, and align product development with circular economy practices. Shred Cycle engages a large online community of sustainability-minded action-sports enthusiasts to share ideas and promote responsible practices, supporting its mission to close the polyurethane waste loop.

Veloce Energy

Seed Round in 2022
Veloce Energy specializes in energy storage and infrastructure solutions designed to facilitate the electrification of transportation. The company offers a modular and scalable battery energy storage system along with a flexible above-ground installation system, which streamlines the design, construction, and operation of electric vehicle charging stations. Veloce Energy's innovative ARGOS software platform enhances these systems by providing a user-friendly interface for secure transactions and operational intelligence. This technology addresses challenges related to connecting large loads at the grid edge, significantly reducing costs and development time for EV charging stations by over 50%. Additionally, Veloce Energy enables distributed storage deployment and introduces new financing models such as charging as a service, thus enhancing the overall efficiency of electric vehicle infrastructure.

Variant 3D

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Variant 3D specializes in additively manufactured textiles, offering a range of products including clothing, home furnishings, and automotive and aerospace components. The company provides turnkey solutions that transform fabric into finished soft goods, such as hats, masks, and aroma products. Utilizing advanced software, Variant 3D enhances the design process by enabling rapid design iterations and hyperrealistic 3D visualizations, allowing manufacturers to visualize knit structures with real-time feedback. This innovative approach aims to improve the textile industry by promoting sustainable materials and offering a robust, user-friendly design platform supported by scalable backend infrastructure.

Galora

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Galora operates an online marketplace that connects users to share homegrown produce, homemade goods, and other locally sourced items. The platform, accessible via a mobile application, allows users to list and trade items, fostering a sense of community and reducing waste.

Global Energy Credit

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Global Energy Credit, a Women-Owned Small Business based in the Bay Area, California, specializes in energy management solutions. With a team boasting over 15 years of industry experience, the company aims to make grid energy cleaner, more affordable, and accessible. Their platform supports energy investment decisions, optimizing the use of flexible energy assets in communities. This empowers clients to maximize their energy resources, from initial planning to project operation. Collaborating with key industry partners, GEC is committed to driving a sustainable energy future.

Wayside Energy

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Wayside Energy specializes in manufacturing battery energy storage systems, prioritizing safety and performance. Their technology employs cooling systems, long-lasting Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Sodium-ion (Na-ion) battery chemistries, and an eco-friendly coolant, ensuring reliable and environmentally conscious battery solutions for clients.

Mack Designs

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Mack Designs, a wind energy cleantech startup, created LeafGen—a micro-renewable device for building integration. Mack Research offers comprehensive services encompassing production, analysis, installation, and maintenance. These services cater to their clients' requirements, ensuring the continuous operation of efficient power generation.

BASEstud.io

Pre Seed Round in 2022
BASEstud.io is a woman-led, all-women-owned Public Benefit Corporation that specializes in creating eco-friendly street lights. The company prioritizes climate protection, energy conservation, cost-effectiveness, and community responsiveness in its products. BASEstud.io integrates cutting-edge technology and modular design to produce street lighting solutions that are not only cost-efficient but also climate- and energy-protective, and community-conscious. Their mission is to empower cities to adopt smart and sustainable street lighting solutions, promoting equity and accessibility, and fostering growth, sustainability, and inclusion in all communities.

Circuit

Series A in 2022
Circuit is a software company that specializes in providing micro-transit services through an application that utilizes all-electric vehicles. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Circuit offers a turn-key solution for on-demand transportation. Users can easily book rides through the app, which connects them with efficient drivers, ensuring a responsible and convenient shuttle service. The company's focus on electric vehicles aligns with sustainable transportation goals, promoting eco-friendly travel options for its customers.

Facil.AI

Seed Round in 2022
Facil.AI is a pioneering company that specializes in conversational AI solutions for building optimization. The founders bring extensive experience in building automation, energy, software engineering, and the Internet of Things (IoT), which informs the development of their innovative technology. The company's software platform is designed to enhance the performance of commercial buildings by automating optimization processes. By leveraging existing assets and advancements in artificial intelligence, Facil.AI aims to improve equipment efficiency and overall building performance. This approach allows clients to maximize their investments and drive effective decision-making in building management.

Ashipa Electric

Seed Round in 2022
Ashipa Electric is a developer of innovative energy systems aimed at providing sustainable and reliable power solutions, particularly to underserved communities worldwide. The company specializes in microgrid solutions that energize economic activities in areas lacking access to dependable electricity. Ashipa Electric offers a range of products and services, including battery cabinets, phase inverters, and hybrid energy equipment, along with engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance services for power plants and renewable energy grids. By collaborating with electric utilities, Ashipa Electric enhances the resiliency of rural and coastal communities that are vulnerable to natural disasters, contributing to global efforts to achieve universal access to affordable and clean energy.

PORTABLE SOLAR

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Portable Solar produces thermoplastics technology to produce PV panel mounting systems that replace traditional racking systems.

Circular Fashion LA

Seed Round in 2022
Circular Fashion LA extends the life of garments through circular wardrobe and zero-waste home services. They offer repair, refitting, redyeing, and redesigning clothing services, allowing customers to cherish their existing clothes for longer periods.

Alumina Energy

Seed Round in 2022
Alumina Energy is focused on creating innovative energy storage solutions that convert wasted or excess energy into a highly dispatchable, low-cost zero-emissions resource for heating and power needs. The company utilizes a proprietary Alumina Packed Bed energy storage technology, which incorporates recycled ceramic thermal storage materials to provide systems that range from kilowatt-hours to gigawatt-hours. This technology, developed at the City College of New York with support from the Department of Energy, boasts high thermal conductivity and heat capacity, resulting in higher energy densities and significantly lower capital costs. Alumina Energy aims to deliver high-performance energy storage systems suitable for utility-scale power generation and process heat applications.

Verity

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Verity specializes in providing sustainable packaging solutions for cosmetic products. It offers aluminum and stainless steel packaging alternatives to combat plastic waste, enabling the beauty industry to minimize single-use plastics.

LuxeEV

Pre Seed Round in 2022
LuxeEV provides on-demand EV rides using a fleet of premium electric vehicles. Each driver is an employee of LuxeEV, vetted and trained for your safety and to deliver a bespoke five-star experience. LuxeEV's apps personalize your journey to your tastes, down to the smallest detail. We use our algorithm to take people where they need to go in the quickest, safest, and most efficient way possible while helping fight climate change by creating an entire electric vehicle ecosystem in the cities we operate. Unlike other rideshare options, we empower drivers and marginalized communities. LuxeEV is a portfolio company of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), founded by former Tesla employees and Uber drivers.

Energos

Seed Round in 2022
Energos develops a unified platform and edge AI for managing EV charging infrastructure and microgrids. The company's platform enables seamless integration with various electric vehicle chargers, storage systems, PV systems, HVAC, and other technologies. This allows retailers such as fuel service stations, convenience stores, EV charging and battery swap stations, hydrogen and CNG stations, and utilities to establish and manage multiple energy choices for EV car owners.

Joule

Seed Round in 2022
Joule is a green energy company that harnesses the power of green hydroelectric plants to provide electricity. The Joule Factory produces electrical power from the movement of water falling into itself, thus replenishing the resource while in use. It operates similarly to a traditional hydroelectric generation plant, but without the need for an overland dam system that disrupts critical wildlife cycles, causes extensive flooding, and displaces communities, wildlife, and vital agricultural activities that sustain an ecologically fragile system facing significant threats.

Delphire

Seed Round in 2022
Delphire is a technology company focused on minimizing the impact of grid-related wildfires through innovative monitoring solutions. The company has developed a real-time surveillance system that utilizes computer vision and artificial intelligence to monitor powerlines effectively. This technology not only automates the inspection process, making it more frequent and cost-efficient, but also allows for immediate fire detection. By gathering data on ignition sources prior to a fire event, Delphire's system aids clients in understanding and preventing potential fire outbreaks. The company's approach significantly reduces damages, power disruptions, and carbon emissions associated with wildfires.

Tesserol

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Tesserol is a clean energy company that designs and manufactures lightweight fuel-cell modules for commercial drones used in surveillance, agriculture, and delivery. Its fusion modules are eco-friendly and deliver increased endurance, longer operation times, and higher payload capacity, enabling businesses to deploy sustainable, zero-emission drones at an affordable price.

NightDog

Pre Seed Round in 2022
NightDog collaborates with its clients to offer affordable energy management solutions tailored to the needs of small and medium-sized structures. NightDog specializes in aligning energy efficiency strategies with businesses' goals, delivering tangible benefits through seamless integration and optimized energy usage. Their services excel in cost-effectiveness, offering significant energy savings without straining budgets. NightDog takes pride in maintaining impartiality, providing vendor-neutral recommendations that consistently align with the best interests of businesses. The company prioritizes cutting-edge technology, leveraging the latest advancements to empower businesses with innovative energy-efficient solutions. Through data-driven insights and robust digital frameworks, NightDog maximizes efficiency, ensuring precise recommendations that drive impactful results. As a dedicated energy management partner, NightDog guarantees affordability, vendor-neutrality, technological integration, and data-driven strategies. These core principles work together to elevate operational excellence and successfully accomplish energy efficiency goals for their clients.

Shoponomik

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Shoponomik is an all-in-one smart commerce infrastructure that specializes in logistics and delivery services. The company operates a logistics platform designed to efficiently deliver goods from distribution centers or facilities directly to end-users. Utilizing a courier system, Shoponomik facilitates the movement of products from transportation hubs or warehouses to their final destinations. Their services are accessible through mobile applications, websites, or telephone, providing businesses with flexible options to enhance their delivery capabilities. By streamlining logistics operations, Shoponomik enables business owners to increase revenue and expand their customer base.

Materiael

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Materiael is a company focused on developing innovative, human-centered technology aimed at reducing human suffering while promoting environmental sustainability. It specializes in creating a reusable half-piece N95 respirator made from coated nylon fabric, which enhances comfort and minimizes environmental waste and CO2 emissions. In addition to its respirator, Materiael offers a mobile application that employs lidar scanning and augmented reality to accurately assess the user's size and ensure a proper fit for the respirator. The company's commitment to expressive technology extends to wearable devices, digital fabrication, hardware design, and personal protective equipment, all designed to empower users to monitor their health and well-being.

Pique Action

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Pique Action is a media company that creates micro-documentaries focused on climate solutions to promote action against climate change. It produces short films designed for social media that tell immersive climate stories and covers the climate ecosystem to encourage consumer behavior toward climate action. Its services include campaign development, messaging, creator discovery, social strategy, and ad copy.

Enhywhere

Pre Seed Round in 2022
EnHywhere specializes in the design, development, and deployment of hydrogen refueling stations, addressing market gaps in hydrogen supply and fueling solutions. The company offers innovative products, including TinHy stations that produce hydrogen, as well as MinHy and MHycro systems equipped with hydrogen cylinders. These solutions are strategically designed to facilitate the rapid establishment of refueling stations, thus overcoming barriers related to hydrogen fuel availability and supporting mobility decarbonization. With a focus on enhancing technological, product, and service innovation, EnHywhere is committed to reducing the costs associated with green hydrogen fuel. The company has garnered recognition for its initiatives, winning the 2023 Propulse program, and has received financial support from Bpifrance and the Ile-de-France region. EnHywhere operates primarily in France, with a strong presence in the Ile-de-France and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regions, aiming to provide sustainable energy solutions across various applications.

Sperra

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sperra specializes in innovative long-duration energy storage solutions. Their flagship product, M-PHES, utilizes multiple large hollow concrete spheres on the seafloor to store mechanical energy as pressure, supporting high renewable energy generation and expanding potential deployment areas.

Sinkco Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sinkco Labs develops biogeomimetic methods to produce sustainable, carbon-negative goods intended for a climate-positive future. By emulating natural processes, the company creates everyday products that sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping clients reduce their carbon footprint.

Pyro-E

Seed Round in 2022
Pyro-E Inc., founded in 2012 by Kevin S. Lu in Los Angeles, specializes in developing and deploying solid-state technologies for energy harvesting applications. The company designs systems that convert low-frequency vibrations from sources like buildings, train rails, and pipelines into usable electricity. By integrating these systems with commercial sensors, Pyro-E enables wireless operation of other devices. Their transformative green technology serves multiple industries such as smart water management, industrial IoT, regenerative pavement, and ocean power, increasing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impacts.

Nature Coatings

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Nature Coatings transforms wood waste into black bio pigments for various applications such as textiles, cosmetics, coatings, and printing. Founded in 2017, the company operates from Los Angeles, California.

Mirai Solar

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Mirai Solar is a solar energy company that develops and deploys technology to convert blocked sunlight into usable electricity. It designs advanced solar systems that integrate energy generation with shading using lightweight, foldable electricity-generating screens, enabling agricultural and building sectors to harvest sun that would otherwise be wasted and to improve energy efficiency sustainably.

Plus Rides

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Plus Rides designs novel light electric vehicles (LEVs) with enhanced rolling, folding, charging, tracking, and storage features. They present a revolutionary foldable design pending patent, enabling effortless gliding for distances of up to 10 miles. The folding process occurs seamlessly, eliminating any risks of finger-pinch incidents. Recharging is secure and quick, taking just 2 hours through the USB-C port. The incorporation of Beacon technology facilitates precise tracking. The user can easily stow and carry the device using either of the two available handles. This innovation allows users to utilize Plus in conjunction with diverse transportation options like buses, trains, subways, and cars. Such a high degree of connectivity sets Plus apart from shared systems such as Lime or Bird.

Hive Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Hive Technologies is a renewable energy company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) technology and operates a car rental platform designed to facilitate a quicker transition to EV ownership compared to traditional leasing and financing options. The company offers rental electric vehicles on a membership basis, catering particularly to high-mileage drivers. In addition to providing access to sustainable transportation, Hive Technologies enables vehicle owners to engage in tax-deductible passive investments, which contribute to reducing carbon emissions. Their digital platforms support the needs of a high-mileage workforce, promoting both environmental sustainability and accessibility to electric vehicles.

Xeal

Series A in 2021
Xeal specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for multifamily dwellings and workplaces. It offers comprehensive services, including installation, cloud-based management systems, and a mobile app that enables users to locate, track, and reserve charging points, while allowing property owners to generate passive income and reduce carbon emissions.

Evolectric

Seed Round in 2021
Evolectric specializes in electric vehicle (EV) conversions, focusing on commercial fleets. They transform diesel vehicles into electric ones, adhering to circular economy principles for sustainability and cost-effectiveness. Their services include consulting, engineering, and rapid prototyping.

Connect Homes

Venture Round in 2021
Connect Homes is a developer specializing in affordable, high-modern modular homes that draw inspiration from mid-century modern California architecture. The company has invested a decade in research to create a housing system that offers low-cost, prefabricated homes designed for mass-market accessibility. Each home is constructed in a San Bernardino factory and emerges 95% complete, featuring all necessary interior and exterior finishes, appliances, plumbing, and roofing. These homes can be shipped globally using an intermodal shipping container network, allowing for flexible delivery options via truck, rail, or sea. Customers benefit from a tailored living experience with homes that can be installed in as little as two weeks, providing a quick and efficient solution to modern housing needs.

rivieh

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Rivieh is a technology company founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California. It specializes in developing hardware solutions that convert traditional properties into smart buildings. Rivieh's platform integrates essential components for controlling lighting, HVAC systems, music, and smart assistants, aiming to enhance the guest experience in the hospitality sector. By offering a seamless smart home environment, the company helps hoteliers improve energy efficiency and reduce maintenance costs, making it easier for properties to adopt advanced technological solutions.

MeterLeader

Pre Seed Round in 2021
MeterLeader engages users in saving energy via online challenges integrated with real-time electricity data. Its platform visualizes and accesses energy use data, facilitating group comparisons and aggregating collective savings.

Rewilder

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Rewilder operates an online marketplace for waste materials and industrial surplus. It partners with major industries to identify, divert, and upcycle waste materials into new products, promoting sustainability and value regeneration.

SolarFi

Pre Seed Round in 2021
SolarFi specializes in sustainable solutions for government agencies, utilities, and NGOs. They offer emergency response services like solar-powered energy systems, volunteer management, and mobile connectivity. Additionally, they manufacture mobile solar-powered pods designed as business-in-a-box for local entrepreneurs.

ChargeNet Stations

Seed Round in 2021
ChargeNet Stations specializes in renewable energy infrastructure, focusing on providing electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for quick-serve restaurants (QSR). The company's platform enhances the customer experience by allowing patrons to enjoy meals while simultaneously charging their electric vehicles. This dual offering not only meets the growing demand for EV charging but also helps QSR businesses reduce operating costs. By integrating fast charging capabilities with renewable energy, ChargeNet Stations supports the transition to sustainable energy and facilitates the adoption of electric vehicles in the dining sector.

ElectricFish

Pre Seed Round in 2021
ElectricFish delivers containerized, battery-integrated energy storage and modular storage units paired with AI-enabled software to support ultra-fast EV charging at sites with constrained grid capacity. The system interconnects with existing electrical infrastructure, enabling rapid deployment, backup power during outages, and provision of grid services. It enhances local grid resiliency and demand management through bi-directional energy flow and software optimization, while reducing deployment costs and requiring minimal infrastructure upgrades. The company serves businesses and communities seeking fast charging, reliable power, and greater energy resilience without extensive grid investments.

Dyrt

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Dyrt specializes in waste management solutions for commercial entities and governments. It develops web-based dashboards to monitor composting impacts, including CO2e emissions and water conservation. Dyrt also focuses on in-vessel composting systems and food waste management.

LAMAR

Pre Seed Round in 2021
LAMAR offers cutting-edge supply logistics tracking solutions aimed at contributing to a zero emissions planet. At the core of their values lies a passion for supply chain sustainability. Their driving force is to provide an intelligent packaging solution that minimizes the carbon footprint and prioritizes the planet's well-being by reducing toxicity.

Rent a Romper

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Introducing Rent a Romper, where sustainability meets style for your little ones. At Rent a Romper, we understand that babies and toddlers outgrow their clothing faster than we can keep up. That's why we've revolutionized the way parents dress their children, offering a sustainable solution that's both convenient and eco-friendly. With our membership program, you gain access to our curated collection of Premium and Essentials clothing, tailored to suit your child's evolving needs. From adorable rompers to cozy essentials, each piece is handpicked with care, ensuring both quality and comfort. Say goodbye to the hassle of constantly buying new clothes that your child will outgrow in no time. With Rent a Romper, you can embrace a new model of parenting that prioritizes environmental consciousness. By renting instead of buying, you're not only extending the life cycle of each garment but also reducing waste in the process. As parents ourselves, we know the importance of making sustainable choices for our children's future. That's why Rent a Romper was created by a mom, for moms and dads who value both style and sustainability. Join us in redefining the way we dress our little ones – one box at a time. Experience the joy of dressing your child in high-quality, fashionable clothing while making a positive impact on the planet. With Rent a Romper, dressing your growing bundle of joy has never been more sustainable or stylish.

IQHi

Seed Round in 2021
IQHi is a software company specializing in accelerating and energizing electric vehicles and the energy storage industry. It develops AI-powered data management tools for analyzing energy storage systems, enabling efficient extraction of valuable insights from vast amounts of data.

Sensagrate

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Sensagrate develops an infrastructure-to-vehicle communication platform that gathers data from roadside sensors to support decision-making for both human-driven and autonomous vehicles. The platform serves transportation providers and smart city traffic systems, aiming to reduce congestion and roadway crashes and to enhance safety and traffic flow. The company has introduced SensaVision, a software solution focused on quality detection to support the adoption of connected and autonomous vehicles.

ChargerHelp!

Seed Round in 2021
ChargerHelp! provides an app-based dispatch and deployment platform that delivers on-demand repairs and maintenance for electric vehicle charging stations through trained local technicians. By coordinating field work at scale, it aims to address downtime across charging networks, improving efficiency, turnaround times, and network availability while reducing operating costs. The platform supports EV charging network operators in meeting service level requirements and winning new contracts as the fleet of charging stations expands. It connects manufacturers, network providers, and charge station resellers with maintenance service providers, enabling workforce realignment and development within the green economy.

Llama

Series A in 2021
Containerizing the last-mile of logistics and delivery.

Ampaire

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2016, Ampaire is a pioneering aerospace company based in Los Angeles, California. It specializes in designing and developing electric-powered commercial aircraft, focusing on innovations in energy storage, propulsion, and aircraft architecture to make flying cleaner, quieter, safer, more reliable, affordable, and accessible.

BioZen Batteries

Seed Round in 2021
BioZen Batteries specializes in the development of organic redox-active electrolytes tailored for redox flow batteries. The company aims to revolutionize the energy storage sector by providing advanced technology that enhances the performance of utility-scale flow batteries. Their innovative redox-active electrolyte, known as "redoxolyte," offers significant advantages over conventional alternatives, including extended discharge duration, longer operational lifetime, cost-effectiveness, improved safety, and lower toxicity. As a pivotal player in the transition to renewable energy, BioZen Batteries is committed to creating a more sustainable and secure energy future through its cutting-edge solutions in long-duration energy storage.

TRANSFORMAX

Pre Seed Round in 2021
TRANSFORMAX optimizes the value of transformer assets by converting their previously wasted power into valuable, sustainable, clean energy. TRANSFORMAX serves as an AI-assisted operational transformer monitoring co-pilot, converting unused power into valuable clean energy for railway, industrial, and commercial applications.

Repurpose

Series A in 2020
Repurpose, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing disposable and compostable tableware made from plants, offering products such as plates, cups, bowls, utensils, spoons, and forks. Repurpose emphasizes sustainability by providing plant-based alternatives to conventional plasticware, aiming to reduce environmental impact. Its product line caters to consumers and businesses alike, with items available for purchase online and through grocery and retail stores across the United States. The company is committed to innovation, with plans to expand its offerings to include additional compostable products like trash bags and sandwich bags, contributing to a cleaner and healthier world.

Envoy Technologies

Series A in 2020
Envoy Technologies Inc. is a company that specializes in electric vehicle-sharing services, providing various types of vehicles including luxury cars, city cars, and two-wheelers to multifamily residences, workplaces, and hotels. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Culver City, California, the company aims to enhance the lifestyle of residents and guests by offering Mobility as an Amenity™. Envoy equips real estate owners and operators with a comprehensive platform that includes vehicle reservation technology, driver insurance, fleet maintenance, and electric vehicle charging solutions. In addition to providing on-demand vehicles, Envoy also offers customer support, fleet insurance, on-site car washing, charging station installation, and staff training. The company's services are available in locations such as apartments, student housing, office campuses, co-working spaces, hotels, and municipalities, primarily in California and New York.

SAYA Life

Seed Round in 2020
Saya.life specializes in water monitoring and leak detection, utilizing an advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning platform. The company's technology offers significant advantages for property owners, tenants, insurance providers, and utility companies by leveraging big data and analytics. Its devices provide high accuracy, repeatability, and dependability, which are essential for enabling multi-unit residences to separately bill individual water users when there is only one utility-owned water meter serving the building. Furthermore, Saya's cloud-based algorithms can detect small leaks and major pipe ruptures, automatically shutting off water to prevent damage, thereby enhancing the overall water risk management for various stakeholders.

Rhoman Aerospace

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Rhoman Aerospace specializes in developing advanced flight control software for drones. Their innovative solution enhances energy efficiency, expands mission capabilities, and significantly reduces the time required for custom engineering and tuning, making it a versatile and time-saving option for various drone applications.

The Hurd

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Founded in 2019, The Hurd Co produces man-made cellulosic fiber pulp from agricultural waste. Its primary product, Agrilose, is used to create lyocell or viscose/rayon, offering a sustainable and tree-free alternative with the same quality and price as traditional tree pulp.

EV Life

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
EV Life is a company dedicated to promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by making clean energy more accessible and affordable. Through its online platform, EV Life provides drivers with essential resources such as rebates, incentives, and financing options for purchasing EVs. The platform also offers expert advice on various aspects of EV ownership, including chargers, battery range, and available incentives. By facilitating these services, EV Life aims to help individuals transition to sustainable, zero-emissions energy solutions, thereby saving them money while benefiting the environment.

Fil₂R

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Fil₂R offers eco-friendly water filtration solutions designed for residential use. Introducing their initial innovation, Fil₂R has developed the Fil₂R case (patent pending), specially designed to fit BRITA and PUR water pitchers. The filter design incorporates reusable and biodegradable components, giving them a unique advantage over competitors. Consumers can explore the convenience of their bi-monthly subscription service by visiting www.fil2r.com. At present, Fil₂R is in the active prototyping phase for their second product: a plastic-free water pitcher. This promising development is aimed at catering to both B2C and B2B markets, showcasing their continued commitment to offering sustainable solutions.

ONYX POWER

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
ONYX POWER is a small business owned by a minority group, that specializes in the creation and production of durable, portable power devices that operate with zero emissions. These devices serve as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional gas and diesel generators.

GreenTek Planet

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
GreenTek Planet is a sustainability-focused company that specializes in producing and selling eco-friendly packaging solutions and restaurant supplies. The company offers a range of plant-based disposable products, including bowls, plates, cutlery, and straws made from biodegradable materials such as cornstarch and sugarcane. By providing sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics, GreenTek Planet aims to help businesses and consumers reduce their reliance on single-use plastics and minimize plastic pollution.

FreeWire

Series B in 2020
FreeWire Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers, focused on providing innovative charging solutions that enhance the accessibility of EV charging infrastructure. Established in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces several models, including the Mobi Charger v0, v1, and v2, which cater to varying charging needs and capabilities. FreeWire’s flagship product, the Boost Charger, integrates battery technology with power conversion systems, allowing for high-power charging without the need for extensive grid upgrades. This technology enables ultrafast charging at locations that typically lack sufficient electrical infrastructure. FreeWire has successfully deployed its battery-integrated chargers across the United States, serving Fortune 100 companies, commercial clients, fleets, and retail spaces, and has partnered with major organizations to expand its reach. Additionally, the company's systems provide clean and quiet power solutions, effectively replacing or supplementing diesel generators for various remote power applications, thereby supporting the transition away from fossil fuels.

Maxwell Vehicles

Seed Round in 2020
Maxwell Vehicles designs and converts conventional vans into all-electric platforms, focusing on energy-efficient commercial vehicles and electric powertrains. The company repurposes electric car systems to supply passenger, cargo, and refrigerated vans, enabling fleet operators to decarbonize and reduce carbon footprints with cost-effective, environmentally conscious technology. By transforming gas and diesel vans into zero-emission alternatives, Maxwell Vehicles supports urban decarbonization and scalable fleet electrification across configurations such as electric Promaster vans.

NeoCharge

Seed Round in 2020
NeoCharge develops home charging solutions for electric vehicles. The company's charging system is designed to improve ease of use and the ownership experience by providing at-home charging through a simple, affordable setup that enables fast charging in a garage without needing to hire an electrician.

JUMPWatts

Seed Round in 2020
JUMPWatts develops a management platform and full-stack logistics solutions for light electric vehicle fleets used in micro-mobility. Its vehicle-agnostic technology supports logistics and operations through safe, economical human-assisted teleoperation, aimed at improving safety, efficiency and user experience for micromobility operators.

SUBSTANCE POWER & MOBILITY

Pre Seed Round in 2020
SUBSTANCE POWER & MOBILITY represents an energy storage system designed for versatile applications, serving both buildings and commercial trucking solutions interchangeably. Substance Power & Mobility is seeking investors to create an innovative technology for an industrial-grade energy storage and power distribution ecosystem that is highly flexible and adaptable. The energy storage solution within this hardware ecosystem utilizes conventional Lithium-ion cells. It was intentionally crafted with a high energy density and a 'stackable' design for Transmodal Deployment across various economic sectors.

Noria Corporation

Seed Round in 2020
Noria Corporation is a mechanical or industrial engineering company that specializes in oil analysis program design and development

CERO Electric Cargo Bikes

Seed Round in 2020
CERO Electric Cargo Bikes provides urban transportation products with commuter bikes, family bikes, and cargo carrying with peddle-assist.

InPipe Energy

Venture Round in 2020
InPipe Energy is a company specializing in renewable energy and smart water technology. It generates low-cost, clean electricity from the flow of water in gravity-fed pipelines, aiming to enhance resiliency in cities worldwide while saving money and reducing carbon emissions.

Prime Lightworks

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Prime Lightworks Inc. specializes in the manufacture of electric propulsion systems for space satellites. The company focuses on the direct conversion of electricity into thrust, facilitating interplanetary space travel while minimizing emissions associated with aerospace propulsion. By engineering innovative solutions, Prime Lightworks aims to create new possibilities in space exploration, significantly reducing both costs and waste in the process.

SEED - Sustainable Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development

Pre Seed Round in 2020
SEED is a social impact and benefit corporation combating food security and impacting climate change with an easy-to use, automatic irrigation system that integrates with a soil carbon sensor. The SEED system is run by a tiny microcontroller and powered by alternative energy sources that rely upon Bluetooth technology and moisture sensors to allow users to monitor and manage their plants from anywhere in the world. Under a cross-subsidy model, for each system sold, support is provided to an urban or smallhold farmer in a developing community.

TBM Designs

Pre Seed Round in 2020
TBM Designs manufactures innovative window shading systems that automatically adapt to environmental conditions, reducing solar heat gain and enhancing energy efficiency in buildings. Their patented thermo-bimetal technology enables these systems to operate without electrical input or human intervention, lowering air conditioning needs and costs while promoting natural daylighting. Customers can reach out via email, phone, or online applications for inquiries or orders.

ePAVE

Seed Round in 2020
ePAVE is a manufacturer of innovative pavement preservation products that focus on environmental sustainability. The company offers a patented polymer-enhanced composite material designed to improve the performance and longevity of asphalt and concrete surfaces. By applying its unique cold-applied formula, ePAVE's products effectively mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and reduce the urban heat island effect, leading to lower surface and ambient temperatures. This reflective coating not only diminishes the carbon footprint associated with traditional paving materials but also enhances air quality. Additionally, ePAVE's products are free from petroleum derivatives and hazardous substances, making them a safer choice for the environment. Consequently, users benefit from a longer-lasting pavement solution that significantly lowers maintenance costs compared to traditional methods such as milling and hot-mix asphalt.

SparkCharge

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, SparkCharge specializes in manufacturing portable, fast-charging stations for electric vehicles. Its modular design allows for easy mobility and convenience, enabling vehicle owners to charge their cars on the go without relying on wired infrastructure or gas-polluting generators.

Seatrec

Seed Round in 2020
Seatrec is a climatetech startup specializing in clean energy solutions derived from temperature differences in ocean waters. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Yi Chao, the company leverages technology developed at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to create innovative energy harvesting systems. These systems use patented thermal engine technologies to generate renewable electricity, enabling oceanographic research equipment such as drones, floats, and gliders to operate sustainably. By utilizing Seatrec's technology, researchers can extend the operational life of their equipment, reduce costs, and enhance data collection capabilities with zero emissions and waste. The applications of Seatrec's solutions span various fields, including ocean data capture, seafloor mapping, offshore aquaculture, Arctic research, meteorology, and climate change mitigation.

FitScrubs

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
FitScrubs is a manufacturer of high-performance medical apparel that specializes in designing athletic medical uniforms. The company's products incorporate advanced antimicrobial technology, utilizing proprietary silver-embedded fabrics that effectively kill bacteria. This innovative approach ensures that healthcare workers can maintain safety and hygiene while performing their duties, particularly in emergency situations. By combining functionality with advanced materials, FitScrubs aims to provide medical professionals with uniforms that offer both comfort and protection, akin to high-performance athletic wear.

SorsaMed

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
SorsaMed is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing innovative therapeutic solutions using a resilient microalgae platform for large-scale biosynthesis of cannabinoids and their derivatives. The company focuses on creating cannabinoid-infused therapeutic proteins aimed at managing chronic pain, particularly for individuals suffering from sickle cell anemia. By promoting socially equitable treatment options, SorsaMed addresses the needs of patients by providing alternatives to alleviate anxiety, manage nausea and vomiting, and enhance overall mood and quality of life for those affected by this condition. The company's commitment to advancing biomedical technologies reflects its dedication to improving patient care and outcomes in the realm of chronic pain management.

Advanced Energy Analytics

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Advanced Energy Analytics is a software company based in Irvine, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on developing a platform specifically designed for renewable energy operators, facilitating the automation and streamlining of the interconnection processes for green technologies with electrical infrastructure. By reducing processing times and fostering collaboration among utilities, the software addresses uncertainties associated with the approval process. This enables renewable energy companies to conduct interconnection studies more efficiently, minimize human intervention, and handle multiple applications simultaneously, ultimately improving operational productivity in the utility sector.
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