Habi is a technology-driven real estate company based in Bogotá, Colombia, that specializes in simplifying the homeownership process for middle-class customers throughout Latin America. Founded in 2019, Habi utilizes a proprietary pricing algorithm and advanced analytical tools to facilitate quicker and more efficient transactions for buying and selling residential properties. By reducing the time required for sales and minimizing risks associated with traditional real estate processes, Habi eliminates the need for intermediaries and empowers clients with essential information. The company's innovative platform aims to enhance the overall experience of homeownership, making it more accessible and streamlined for its users.
SolarZ
Pre Seed Round in 2022
SolarZ is a developer of solar plant monitoring systems that specializes in after-sales management for photovoltaic integrators. The company provides a comprehensive platform that consolidates data from multiple monitoring portals, allowing users to track all their photovoltaic plants from a single interface. This system not only streamlines access to essential plant information but also generates alerts, enhancing the ability of businesses to manage and oversee their customers' solar installations effectively. With its focus on improving operational efficiency, SolarZ aims to support the growing demand for solar energy solutions.
Halan
Venture Round in 2021
Halan is an Egyptian technology company established in 2017, operating a mobile application that caters to various consumer needs through a single platform. The app offers ride-hailing services for two and three-wheeler vehicles, on-demand logistics solutions, food delivery, and goods transportation via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also facilitates e-payments and microfinance services for its users. It has partnered with prominent fast-food chains in Egypt to provide last-mile delivery services using smart-tech integrated systems. The company aims to enhance convenience and safety for customers while offering incremental business opportunities for drivers, supporting both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution needs.
CUBi Energia
Seed Round in 2021
CUBi Energia is a developer of a comprehensive monitoring platform aimed at optimizing energy management for the commercial and industrial sectors. The company focuses on providing real-time online monitoring and actionable insights, allowing clients to effectively understand and manage their electricity consumption. By identifying waste and enhancing the use of electric energy, CUBi Energia enables businesses to achieve measurable improvements in energy efficiency. The platform emphasizes user experience and leverages computational intelligence to deliver relevant information, empowering managers to make informed decisions and capitalize on energy efficiency opportunities.
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.
Wheels
Venture Round in 2021
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.
Autonomy
Venture Round in 2021
AUTONOMY is creating a blockchain based cloud network allowing self-driving cars to communicate with each-other, with the apps on any smartphone and with the smart city infrastructure. The Autonomy blockchain connects autonomous vehicles to a common platform irrespective of brand, passenger, or owner of the vehicle and enables an extremely secure and transparent exchange of information between all vehicles, users and third parties. Our mission is to “Create an open, secure and decentralised blockchain network for autonomous vehicles where cars communicate and learn from each-other, where no car can be hacked and where privacy, safety and security of the passengers is always the priority.” We have purchased and assembled two semi-autonomous vehicles. We also developed the decision making software for them and connected them to a private blockchain permissioned network. The cars can be requested from a mobile app and they drive to the pickup point, wait for pickup and then to the drop off destination (in a private car park or other contained environments). Our focus is on building the communications layer for the self-driving vehicles of the future and making sure these communications are perfectly encrypted and no car can be hijacked by hackers. Secure data exchange with these vehicles is our top concern and mission. We have committed important resources by going to the basics on how a self-driving car is built, how its software is written and how it works and understanding how to connect it to a secure network powered by a distributed ledger technology (blockchain). We have done a few demos and countless proofs of concepts and are now ready to present our progress with car manufacturers around the world, seeking partnerships and development for various test cases. We are an experienced team which has been working in the transportation software space for over 7 years and have built multiple mobility and dispatching solutions. Contact us to learn more.
Unagi Scooters
Series A in 2021
Unagi Scooters is an electric scooter manufacturer focused on providing innovative transportation solutions aimed at alleviating the challenges of urban commuting. The company designs high-performance electric scooters that are both eco-friendly and efficient, allowing users to navigate long distances on a single charge. Unagi's scooters are engineered to handle hilly terrains and deliver a smooth ride over uneven surfaces, offering a reliable alternative to conventional transportation methods. Through its products, Unagi seeks to enhance mobility while helping users save time and reduce costs associated with commuting, ultimately promoting a more sustainable mode of transport.
E-Moving
Seed Round in 2021
E-Moving is a company focused on addressing urban mobility challenges by providing electric bikes and motorcycles. It offers rental services for electric bikes tailored to various customers, including individuals, businesses, hotels, and delivery services, with rental periods ranging from one month to one year. As the company expands geographically, it aims to promote electric bikes as a sustainable alternative to traditional transportation, thereby reducing traffic congestion in major cities. By facilitating accessible and efficient travel solutions, E-Moving positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of urban transportation.
BlocPower
Series A in 2021
BlocPower is an innovative energy technology company based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Established in 2014, BlocPower specializes in providing solar power and energy efficiency solutions tailored for churches, schools, small businesses, non-profits, and homeowners. The company employs advanced technologies and innovative electrification equipment to enhance urban structures, identifying and retrofitting energy-wasting buildings through a proprietary machine learning platform. This platform analyzes data to determine the most effective retrofits, enabling clients to reduce energy consumption and save 20 to 40 percent on their energy bills annually. By connecting various stakeholders—including government agencies, utilities, and equipment providers—BlocPower effectively addresses energy inefficiencies in financially underserved communities, contributing to the advancement of smart and sustainable urban environments.
Jetty offers an app-based office shuttle service to make daily commute comfortable, safe and affordable for everyone.
Firefly
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Firefly Systems Inc., founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in street-level digital media through its innovative advertising platform. The company installs digital displays on rideshare vehicles and taxis, creating a unique out-of-home advertising network that leverages location-based technology and first-party data for precise audience targeting. Firefly's system enables the delivery of engaging, full-screen advertisements that are responsive to the surrounding environment, allowing brands to amplify their marketing efforts in real-time. By utilizing 4G and LTE cellular transmission, Firefly connects clients with flexible advertising solutions while providing measurable insights on campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.
Marti Technologies offers tech-enabled urban transportation services to riders. The company operates e-mopeds, e-bikes, and e-scooters serviced by proprietary software systems and IOT infrastructure. Marti offers environmentally sustainable transportation services to its riders in an economically sustainable manner for the company. Marti’s services are currently delivered via fully electric vehicles, which are also shared, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability.
Turbi is a digital car rental company founded on August 31, 2017, by Diego Lira in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It promotes the use of shared cars through a sustainable and accessible model, allowing users to reserve vehicles of their choice on an hourly basis. The platform enables users to unlock vehicles with a smartphone and use them for as long as needed, with the convenience of returning the cars to the same location. Additionally, Turbi covers the costs of insurance and fuel, ensuring that users only pay for the time they utilize the vehicles. This approach supports practical mobility solutions within the community.
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
Unagi Scooters
Seed Round in 2020
Unagi Scooters is an electric scooter manufacturer focused on providing innovative transportation solutions aimed at alleviating the challenges of urban commuting. The company designs high-performance electric scooters that are both eco-friendly and efficient, allowing users to navigate long distances on a single charge. Unagi's scooters are engineered to handle hilly terrains and deliver a smooth ride over uneven surfaces, offering a reliable alternative to conventional transportation methods. Through its products, Unagi seeks to enhance mobility while helping users save time and reduce costs associated with commuting, ultimately promoting a more sustainable mode of transport.
Mighty Buildings
Venture Round in 2020
Mighty Buildings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the manufacture of 3D printed custom homes. Utilizing advanced construction technology, the company employs 3D printing, robotics, and automation to create modular homes that aim to disrupt the residential housing market. Mighty Buildings has developed a proprietary building material known as Light Stone Material (LSM), which mimics synthetic stone and provides advantages such as faster construction, zero waste, and improved thermal regulation compared to traditional materials like concrete, wood, or steel. The company's innovative approach focuses on producing prefabricated, environmentally friendly, and climate-resilient homes, thereby facilitating smart urban development and making housing more affordable.
Autonomy
Venture Round in 2020
AUTONOMY is creating a blockchain based cloud network allowing self-driving cars to communicate with each-other, with the apps on any smartphone and with the smart city infrastructure. The Autonomy blockchain connects autonomous vehicles to a common platform irrespective of brand, passenger, or owner of the vehicle and enables an extremely secure and transparent exchange of information between all vehicles, users and third parties. Our mission is to “Create an open, secure and decentralised blockchain network for autonomous vehicles where cars communicate and learn from each-other, where no car can be hacked and where privacy, safety and security of the passengers is always the priority.” We have purchased and assembled two semi-autonomous vehicles. We also developed the decision making software for them and connected them to a private blockchain permissioned network. The cars can be requested from a mobile app and they drive to the pickup point, wait for pickup and then to the drop off destination (in a private car park or other contained environments). Our focus is on building the communications layer for the self-driving vehicles of the future and making sure these communications are perfectly encrypted and no car can be hijacked by hackers. Secure data exchange with these vehicles is our top concern and mission. We have committed important resources by going to the basics on how a self-driving car is built, how its software is written and how it works and understanding how to connect it to a secure network powered by a distributed ledger technology (blockchain). We have done a few demos and countless proofs of concepts and are now ready to present our progress with car manufacturers around the world, seeking partnerships and development for various test cases. We are an experienced team which has been working in the transportation software space for over 7 years and have built multiple mobility and dispatching solutions. Contact us to learn more.
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.
Wallbox Chargers S.L., commonly known as Wallbox, is a company based in Barcelona, Spain, established in 2015. It specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electric and hybrid vehicle charging solutions across Europe and the United States. Wallbox focuses on creating smart charging systems that integrate advanced technology and user-friendly design, facilitating communication between the vehicle, grid, building, and charger. Its product range includes Level 2 alternating current chargers for residential and commercial use, as well as direct current fast chargers for public applications. By providing efficient and innovative charging solutions, Wallbox aims to support the growing demand for electric vehicles and contribute to the development of necessary infrastructure for widespread electric vehicle adoption.
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.
Firefly Systems Inc., founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in street-level digital media through its innovative advertising platform. The company installs digital displays on rideshare vehicles and taxis, creating a unique out-of-home advertising network that leverages location-based technology and first-party data for precise audience targeting. Firefly's system enables the delivery of engaging, full-screen advertisements that are responsive to the surrounding environment, allowing brands to amplify their marketing efforts in real-time. By utilizing 4G and LTE cellular transmission, Firefly connects clients with flexible advertising solutions while providing measurable insights on campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.
BlocPower
Seed Round in 2020
BlocPower is an innovative energy technology company based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Established in 2014, BlocPower specializes in providing solar power and energy efficiency solutions tailored for churches, schools, small businesses, non-profits, and homeowners. The company employs advanced technologies and innovative electrification equipment to enhance urban structures, identifying and retrofitting energy-wasting buildings through a proprietary machine learning platform. This platform analyzes data to determine the most effective retrofits, enabling clients to reduce energy consumption and save 20 to 40 percent on their energy bills annually. By connecting various stakeholders—including government agencies, utilities, and equipment providers—BlocPower effectively addresses energy inefficiencies in financially underserved communities, contributing to the advancement of smart and sustainable urban environments.
Turbi is a digital car rental company founded on August 31, 2017, by Diego Lira in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It promotes the use of shared cars through a sustainable and accessible model, allowing users to reserve vehicles of their choice on an hourly basis. The platform enables users to unlock vehicles with a smartphone and use them for as long as needed, with the convenience of returning the cars to the same location. Additionally, Turbi covers the costs of insurance and fuel, ensuring that users only pay for the time they utilize the vehicles. This approach supports practical mobility solutions within the community.
WHILL
Venture Round in 2019
WHILL is a California-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in designing and manufacturing personal mobility products suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The company seeks to enhance the user experience of mobility devices, such as wheelchairs and scooters, by integrating advanced technology and innovative design. WHILL aims to change the perception of these devices and make transportation enjoyable and accessible for everyone. In addition to its mobility vehicles, WHILL offers mobility-as-a-service solutions, including autonomous transportation services and on-site fleet rentals. These services are particularly beneficial in public spaces like airports and hospitals, allowing users to navigate without a driver's license and promoting independence for wheelchair users.
GreenPlat
Seed Round in 2019
GreenPlat is a technology company focused on advancing cleaner production through innovative solutions. It offers a blockchain-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that tracks and monitors processes and supply chains in the solid waste management sector. By controlling the entire waste management chain, GreenPlat collaborates with stakeholders involved in the production, transportation, treatment, and disposal of solid waste. This enables businesses to enhance both their financial performance and environmental sustainability by implementing advanced waste management techniques.
Endeavor Catalyst
Venture Round in 2019
Endeavor Catalyst, established in 2012, is a venture capital arm of Endeavor Global, a non-profit supporting entrepreneurs in developing countries. Based in New York with global offices, Catalyst invests in early to growth-stage companies across sectors such as agriculture, education, enterprise software, fintech, healthcare, and smart cities. Focusing on Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, Catalyst targets companies with revenues between $0.5 million and $15 million, aiming to take up to a 10% stake. It co-invests in financing rounds of $5 million or more, with a portfolio comprising over 200 companies across 32 markets, including several unicorns. Catalyst's unique model aligns with Endeavor's mission, providing a platform for high-impact entrepreneurs to scale and create jobs.
Polo Pecem
Venture Round in 2019
Polo Pecem is a real estate company that integrates urban planning, flexible infrastructure, multimodality, and digitalization of services. The company envisions an innovative and sustainable "Smart Chain City" that leverages blockchain technology to meet the logistics and industrial HUB demands of a thriving symbiotic ecosystem while contributing toward a positive ecological and social impact. It was founded in 2016 and is located in São Gonçalo do Amarante, Ceará.
Fretadão
Seed Round in 2018
Fretadão is a company focused on transforming urban mobility through its innovative charter tracking application. By leveraging technology, Fretadão connects users with shared charter vehicles, making it easier for passengers to locate and select suitable transportation options in real time. This approach addresses the challenges of congestion and inefficient public transportation while enhancing the commuting experience for individuals and companies alike. Fretadão aims to improve the quality of life for urban residents by providing healthier, more productive, and less stressful commuting solutions. Additionally, the company supports sustainable urban development by encouraging the use of shared transportation, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting efficient mobility in cities.
Turbi is a digital car rental company founded on August 31, 2017, by Diego Lira in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It promotes the use of shared cars through a sustainable and accessible model, allowing users to reserve vehicles of their choice on an hourly basis. The platform enables users to unlock vehicles with a smartphone and use them for as long as needed, with the convenience of returning the cars to the same location. Additionally, Turbi covers the costs of insurance and fuel, ensuring that users only pay for the time they utilize the vehicles. This approach supports practical mobility solutions within the community.
MobQi
Pre Seed Round in 2018
MobQi is a company that develops an integrated system aimed at transforming urban environments into smart cities. It specializes in a ride-booking application designed to enhance urban mobility by facilitating the management and sharing of mobility data. This application enables users to navigate their cities with ease, promoting a more efficient and seamless travel experience. By leveraging technology to improve urban transportation, MobQi addresses the challenges of modern city living and contributes to the development of smarter, more connected urban spaces.
GreenPlat
Seed Round in 2018
GreenPlat is a technology company focused on advancing cleaner production through innovative solutions. It offers a blockchain-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that tracks and monitors processes and supply chains in the solid waste management sector. By controlling the entire waste management chain, GreenPlat collaborates with stakeholders involved in the production, transportation, treatment, and disposal of solid waste. This enables businesses to enhance both their financial performance and environmental sustainability by implementing advanced waste management techniques.
DigiFarmz Smart Agriculture
Pre Seed Round in 2018
DigiFarmz Smart Agriculture is a digital platform focused on enhancing crop management through advanced data analytics. By integrating various factors such as climatic conditions, cultivar genetics, sowing dates, and disease biology, the platform offers personalized agronomic recommendations tailored to the specific needs of each farm and field plot. This approach is designed to minimize decision errors in plant health and nutrition management, addressing the significant losses in crop yield potential experienced by growers. With over sixteen years of field and greenhouse research backing its algorithms, DigiFarmz provides real-time, dynamic insights that optimize agrochemical usage and boost crop yield and profitability. By continuously adapting to changes in environmental scenarios, the platform empowers users to make informed decisions, ultimately leading to smarter and more effective management of their agricultural practices.
BikeRegistrada
Pre Seed Round in 2017
BikeRegistrada is a Brazilian application established in 2015, designed to enhance bicycle security and ownership transparency. The platform enables cyclists to register their bicycles, providing essential identification details and emergency contact information in case of accidents. It issues alerts for thefts and facilitates the easy transfer of ownership when bicycles change hands. Additionally, BikeRegistrada aids in the recovery of stolen bicycles by making it challenging to sell them and assisting in their return by police, shopkeepers, and fellow cyclists. Through these features, the application aims to empower bike owners, enabling them to protect their bicycles and enjoy cycling with peace of mind.
Fretadão
Seed Round in 2017
Fretadão is a company focused on transforming urban mobility through its innovative charter tracking application. By leveraging technology, Fretadão connects users with shared charter vehicles, making it easier for passengers to locate and select suitable transportation options in real time. This approach addresses the challenges of congestion and inefficient public transportation while enhancing the commuting experience for individuals and companies alike. Fretadão aims to improve the quality of life for urban residents by providing healthier, more productive, and less stressful commuting solutions. Additionally, the company supports sustainable urban development by encouraging the use of shared transportation, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting efficient mobility in cities.
SafeTruck
Seed Round in 2015
SafeTruck is a technology company focused on enhancing road safety through its innovative tracking and monitoring application. The company has developed a comprehensive system that records all movement data of vehicles, effectively serving as a "Black Box" for trucks. This functionality allows for the identification of infractions and mechanical issues, such as wing breaks, that could compromise safety. Additionally, SafeTruck's application provides real-time information to drivers about dangerous or accident-prone areas and alerts them to any instability within their vehicles. By prioritizing the prevention of accidents, SafeTruck aims to improve overall road safety for its users.