MCJ

Founded in 2019, MCJ is a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. The company focuses on investing in technology startups that drive industrial transformation and infrastructure resilience, aiming to make industries cleaner, more profitable, and more resilient.

David Aronoff

Chairman and Managing Partner

Cody Simms

Managing Partner

Past deals in Smart Home

Quilt

Series A in 2024
Quilt is a company focused on smart home climate solutions, specializing in advanced home temperature control technology designed to enhance energy efficiency. Its AI-driven systems seamlessly integrate into various home environments, providing users with room-by-room control and occupancy awareness features. This technology not only optimizes energy use but also incorporates predictive capabilities to ensure comfort. Additionally, Quilt's ductless heat pump system operates with zero carbon emissions, utilizing clean energy sources to promote sustainability and help users transition away from traditional combustion methods. Overall, Quilt aims to deliver a sleek and intelligent solution for modern heating and cooling needs, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Arch

Seed Round in 2024
Arch provides an AI-driven marketing platform tailored for HVAC contractors. The system utilizes machine learning to identify homes with aging HVAC systems, enabling contractors to target potential customers effectively. It offers hyper-personalized campaigns, automating the creation of direct mail and email content to engage homeowners. The platform integrates with tools like ServiceTitan, facilitating rapid campaign deployment and optimization. Arch aims to enhance lead generation, streamline sales processes, and promote the adoption of energy-efficient technologies in residential settings.

Quilt

Seed Round in 2023
Quilt is a company focused on smart home climate solutions, specializing in advanced home temperature control technology designed to enhance energy efficiency. Its AI-driven systems seamlessly integrate into various home environments, providing users with room-by-room control and occupancy awareness features. This technology not only optimizes energy use but also incorporates predictive capabilities to ensure comfort. Additionally, Quilt's ductless heat pump system operates with zero carbon emissions, utilizing clean energy sources to promote sustainability and help users transition away from traditional combustion methods. Overall, Quilt aims to deliver a sleek and intelligent solution for modern heating and cooling needs, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Enode

Series A in 2022
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.

Sense

Series C in 2022
Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Helio Home

Seed Round in 2021
Helio is a company focused on facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to complete electrification of homes. It operates an innovative online platform that provides customers with a straightforward and cost-effective approach to achieve whole-home electrification. The platform integrates various systems including solar energy, heating and cooling, electrical systems, insulation, and ventilation, ensuring a holistic design for energy efficiency. By promoting the use of electric solutions, Helio aims to help customers reduce their carbon footprints and minimize reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Enode

Seed Round in 2021
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.
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