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Gridsight provides a cloud analytics platform that manages decentralized grids with AI-powered load flow models. It ingests network data to generate advanced, interactive insights, helping utilities monitor and operate grid assets safely and efficiently to support higher levels of residential solar, energy storage and electric vehicle integration.

Allium Engineering specializes in developing and manufacturing corrosion-resistant steel rebar, utilizing innovative coating technology. This enhances concrete infrastructure durability, minimizes maintenance needs, reduces carbon emissions, and benefits construction sites.

Cosmic Aerospace is an innovative aerospace technology company focused on advancing sustainable aviation. The company specializes in the development of ultra-efficient all-electric passenger aircraft designed to achieve long flight ranges while minimizing environmental impact. By creating advanced propulsion systems and a unique airframe design, Cosmic Aerospace aims to reduce air pollution associated with regional flights, facilitating a transition to more energy-efficient air travel. Its commitment to sustainability positions it as a leader in the movement towards greener aviation solutions.

AQUA Cultured Foods develops fermentation-enabled, fungi-based seafood alternatives that replicate the look, taste, and texture of traditional seafood while being 100% fish-free. By tightly controlling the growth environment through fermentation, the company aims to produce tuna, scallop, squid, and shellfish analogs at scale, offering environmentally conscious consumers a sustainable option that reduces ocean pollution and overfishing.

Robigo is a biomanufacturing company focused on engineering microbes to develop sustainable crop protection solutions. The company creates precision microbial treatments aimed at enhancing plant health and recovering lost agricultural yields. By leveraging microbial engineering and data science, Robigo produces products that are designed to be more effective while ensuring safety for beneficial microbes, pollinators, humans, and the environment. This approach enables farmers to improve their financial performance while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in plant-based meat alternatives, primarily utilizing shiitake mushrooms to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat. The organization focuses on creating minimally processed, clean label products made from all-natural ingredients, catering to the growing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. Fable's offerings are widely available in major Australian grocery chains such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, its products can be found on various restaurant menus across Australia, Singapore, and the UK, making them accessible to a diverse range of consumers seeking vegan substitutes for meat dishes.

Dawn Aerospace designs and manufactures reusable spacecraft and launch systems to enable frequent, sustainable access to space. The company develops same-day reusable launch vehicles that can operate with ordinary airspace and aircraft, without specialized space-launch infrastructure, and non-toxic, storable propulsion systems for satellites of all sizes, including CubeSats, offering higher performance while reducing reliance on toxic fuels. Dawn aims to provide end-to-end space transportation capabilities for deployment, positioning and return of spacecraft in a scalable, environmentally conscious manner. Founded in 2016, Dawn is based in New Zealand and the Netherlands, with research, manufacturing and testing facilities in Auckland and Delft.

Noya develops carbon capture technology that enables industrial facilities to remove CO2 from the atmosphere by retrofitting existing equipment. The company adds a non-toxic CO2 absorbing chemical blend to current cooling towers, allowing simultaneous cooling and carbon capture without major mechanical changes to the towers. The captured CO2 is then sold to companies that use it as a raw material, supporting other industries' climate initiatives. Noya's approach is aimed at accelerating the world’s transition toward a carbon-negative economy by providing a modular, retrofit-based solution that tackles emissions from industrial cooling processes.

AstroForge is a pioneering space mining company specializing in asteroid extraction. Its innovative process involves breaking up asteroids, refining them, and returning only the valuable minerals like gold, leaving behind waste materials to minimize payload return to Earth.

CarbonChain is a developer of a carbon accounting platform designed to assist organizations in tracking, reporting, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout their supply chains. The platform is particularly focused on high-emission industries such as metals, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. By enabling companies to identify their emissions-related transactions, CarbonChain helps them take proactive measures to mitigate their environmental impact and adapt to increasing carbon prices. This capability not only aids firms in understanding the climate implications of their procurement choices but also supports their transition towards a net-zero economy.

Green-Got is a neobank designed for individuals, offering services such as deposit accounts, prepaid cards, savings accounts, and cash withdrawal. It enables users to reduce their environmental impact with every payment while promoting the ecological transition.

Carbicrete offers innovative technology for producing cement-free, carbon-negative concrete. It licenses this technology to precast concrete manufacturers, enabling them to create sustainable building solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Open Forest Protocol is a scalable digital platform that validates and issues forest carbon credits, bringing transparency, inclusivity, and affordability to a market that has been costly and opaque. The platform supports monitoring, verification, and funding of reforestation, afforestation, and conservation projects using open-source tools and blockchain technology. It provides data-backed financing mechanisms for nature-based climate solutions and aims to accelerate global action by making forest-based projects more accessible to researchers, developers, investors, and communities. By standardizing verification and reducing barriers to entry, the company seeks to expand the reach and impact of forest carbon markets while promoting accountable, verifiable outcomes for climate projects.

AQUA Cultured Foods develops fermentation-enabled, fungi-based seafood alternatives that replicate the look, taste, and texture of traditional seafood while being 100% fish-free. By tightly controlling the growth environment through fermentation, the company aims to produce tuna, scallop, squid, and shellfish analogs at scale, offering environmentally conscious consumers a sustainable option that reduces ocean pollution and overfishing.

Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in plant-based meat alternatives, primarily utilizing shiitake mushrooms to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat. The organization focuses on creating minimally processed, clean label products made from all-natural ingredients, catering to the growing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. Fable's offerings are widely available in major Australian grocery chains such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, its products can be found on various restaurant menus across Australia, Singapore, and the UK, making them accessible to a diverse range of consumers seeking vegan substitutes for meat dishes.

Noya develops carbon capture technology that enables industrial facilities to remove CO2 from the atmosphere by retrofitting existing equipment. The company adds a non-toxic CO2 absorbing chemical blend to current cooling towers, allowing simultaneous cooling and carbon capture without major mechanical changes to the towers. The captured CO2 is then sold to companies that use it as a raw material, supporting other industries' climate initiatives. Noya's approach is aimed at accelerating the world’s transition toward a carbon-negative economy by providing a modular, retrofit-based solution that tackles emissions from industrial cooling processes.

Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a preclinical biotechnology company based in New York, focused on developing innovative psychotropic drugs to address mental health issues. Founded in 2019, the company specializes in creating novel compounds that enhance the benefits of traditional psychedelics, improving parameters such as safety, tolerability, duration, and efficacy. Gilgamesh targets a range of neuropsychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and stress-related issues. With the growing global mental health crisis, the company aims to accelerate the development of new treatments that meet the urgent need for effective solutions in mental health care, leveraging its expertise in medicinal chemistry and drug development.

CarbonChain is a developer of a carbon accounting platform designed to assist organizations in tracking, reporting, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout their supply chains. The platform is particularly focused on high-emission industries such as metals, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. By enabling companies to identify their emissions-related transactions, CarbonChain helps them take proactive measures to mitigate their environmental impact and adapt to increasing carbon prices. This capability not only aids firms in understanding the climate implications of their procurement choices but also supports their transition towards a net-zero economy.

54gene is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Lagos, Nigeria. The company focuses on unlocking the potential of the African genome to enhance genetic research and development, addressing a significant gap in the global genomics market where a majority of genetic data is derived from individuals of Caucasian descent. By developing a pan-African biobank, 54gene aims to identify new drug targets and create diagnostics and treatments for various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and neurodegenerative disorders. In addition to its research initiatives, the company offers genetic testing and molecular diagnostics services to patients and healthcare providers, ensuring compliance with international data privacy laws. Through its efforts, 54gene seeks to contribute to the discovery of medical advancements that can benefit diverse populations.

Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.

Everna is a London-based biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutics for age-related diseases. It develops drugs aimed at offsetting aging-related damage to key cellular functions and targets conditions such as neurodegenerative diseases, atherosclerosis, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Founded in 2016, the company uses stem cell models to explore disease-modifying effects across aging-associated conditions, with the aim of advancing novel treatments that address the underlying biology of aging.

54gene is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Lagos, Nigeria. The company focuses on unlocking the potential of the African genome to enhance genetic research and development, addressing a significant gap in the global genomics market where a majority of genetic data is derived from individuals of Caucasian descent. By developing a pan-African biobank, 54gene aims to identify new drug targets and create diagnostics and treatments for various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and neurodegenerative disorders. In addition to its research initiatives, the company offers genetic testing and molecular diagnostics services to patients and healthcare providers, ensuring compliance with international data privacy laws. Through its efforts, 54gene seeks to contribute to the discovery of medical advancements that can benefit diverse populations.

Bitwise Industries Inc. is a technology ecosystem company based in Fresno, California, focused on enhancing the local technology landscape. Established in 2013, the company operates Geekwise Academy, which provides accelerated coding education aimed at individuals of all ages, particularly from marginalized backgrounds. In addition to educational services, Bitwise Industries runs a custom software development firm, Shift3 Technologies, that connects experienced developers with entry-level programmers to create software solutions. The company also fosters community and collaboration by developing tech venues and co-working spaces that serve as hubs for technologists and technology companies. Through these initiatives, Bitwise Industries aims to empower individuals with vital tech skills and create pathways to meaningful careers in the technology sector.

Paloma Health is an online medical practice focused on transforming the care experience for individuals with hypothyroidism, a condition affecting 25 million Americans. The company addresses the common dissatisfaction with existing healthcare options by offering personalized treatment delivered through telemedicine. Patients receive expert care from qualified doctors and nutritionists in the comfort of their homes. Paloma Health's approach integrates evidence-based treatment with at-home lab testing, allowing for continuous remote care and on-demand access to a dedicated team of thyroid specialists. This model aims to enhance the quality and convenience of care for those managing hypothyroidism.

Shiok Meats is a Singapore-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in cellular aquaculture, focusing on the production of cell-based meats and seafood. By harvesting from cells rather than animals, the company aims to provide clean and healthy alternatives to traditional meat products. Its primary offerings include lab-cultured shrimp and other crustacean meats, which are designed to be animal-friendly, health-conscious, and environmentally sustainable. Shiok Meats strives to deliver products that retain the same taste, texture, and nutritional value as conventional seafood, thereby catering to consumers seeking healthier and more ethical food options.

Founded in 2018, New Culture is a food company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in producing sustainable, animal-free cheese using microflora to create dairy proteins.

Founded in 2015, GetLinks is a Bangkok-based platform connecting tech talents with job opportunities across Asia. It offers a visual job hunting application designed to help job seekers create digital resumes, follow openings, and communicate with recruiters.

Founded in 2019, Eclipse Foods specializes in manufacturing plant-based dairy products that closely mimic the flavor, texture, and functionality of animal-derived counterparts. Utilizing innovative plant-processing technology, the company aims to provide sustainable, healthy, and humane alternatives to traditional dairy products.

Dawn Aerospace designs and manufactures reusable spacecraft and launch systems to enable frequent, sustainable access to space. The company develops same-day reusable launch vehicles that can operate with ordinary airspace and aircraft, without specialized space-launch infrastructure, and non-toxic, storable propulsion systems for satellites of all sizes, including CubeSats, offering higher performance while reducing reliance on toxic fuels. Dawn aims to provide end-to-end space transportation capabilities for deployment, positioning and return of spacecraft in a scalable, environmentally conscious manner. Founded in 2016, Dawn is based in New Zealand and the Netherlands, with research, manufacturing and testing facilities in Auckland and Delft.

Maths Pathway, established in 2010 and headquartered in South Melbourne, Australia, specializes in designing and developing an online learning tool for mathematics education. The company's platform employs data-driven learning and teaching methods, offers continuous learning and curriculum-aligned approaches, and facilitates one-on-one student-teacher interaction. Maths Pathway aims to transform traditional maths education by providing the right content, assessments, and learning sequences tailored to each student's needs, while also empowering teachers and enabling schools to restructure their maths teaching methods.

Wild Earth is a technology-driven pet food company that develops plant-based, clean-protein diets for pets. It aims to provide healthier nutrition that is more humane and environmentally sustainable than conventional pet foods. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Wild Earth emphasizes science-based formulations to meet pets' nutritional needs while reducing environmental impact.

For Days is a sustainable apparel company focused on promoting a circular economy by manufacturing and recycling textiles. It offers tees and other clothing on subscription and membership models and operates a take-back program that allows customers to return worn items for recycling, supporting a closed-loop system to reduce textile waste. The company also runs the Trashie rewards platform, which provides incentives for customers to participate in clothing recycling at scale and offers a range of goods beyond apparel, including skincare, home essentials and accessories. Based in Brooklyn and established in 2016, the company aims to reduce environmental impact through comprehensive recycling and reuse of used textiles.

Solugen, Inc. is a specialty chemicals company based in Houston, Texas, founded in 2016. It focuses on producing industrial chemicals through the application of biotechnology and green chemistry, specifically utilizing plant-derived substitutes to replace petroleum-based products. The company offers a range of products, including BioPeroxide, a carbon-negative hydrogen peroxide, and BioChelate, a biodegradable chelant. Other offerings include ScavSol, a multivalent metal sequestrant for energy applications, ScaleSol, an alternative to phosphonates for scale control, and CorrSol, which addresses corrosion and fouling. Solugen's innovative approach combines fermentation and petrochemical processing along with advancements in synthetic biology and enzymatic technology, enabling it to create environmentally friendly chemicals from bio-based feedstocks. Its solutions cater to diverse industries such as agriculture, cleaning, energy, and water, contributing to reduced costs and lower carbon emissions while promoting sustainability.