CEFC

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation invests, applying commercial rigour, to increase the flow of finance into the clean energy sector. Their mission is to accelerate Australia's transformation towards a more competitive economy in a carbon constrained world, by acting as a catalyst to increase investment in emissions reduction. They do this through an investment strategy focused on cleaner power solutions, including large and small-scale solar, wind and bioenergy; and a better built environment, with investments to drive more energy efficient property, vehicles, infrastructure and industry. The CEFC also invests with co-financiers to develop new sources of capital for the clean energy sector, including climate bonds, equity funds, aggregation facilities and other financial solutions. The CEFC operates under the Clean Energy Finance Corporation Act 2012.

Benjamin Gust

Executive Director of Innovation Fund

28 past transactions

Novalith Technologies

Series A in 2023
Novalith Technologies is a climate technology company that uses carbon dioxide to simplify lithium chemicals production. Novalith's LiCALTM lithium extraction technology uses significantly less equipment, chemical reagents, water and energy than conventional processing, which reduces capital and production costs. The direct use and sequestration of CO2 in producing lithium chemicals also produces a much smaller emissions footprint than existing and alternative processes.

JET Charge

Series B in 2022
JET Charge is the way in EV charging infrastructure in Australia. The company offers a range of EV products and services, including domestic and commercial charging installations.

Zoomo

Series B in 2021
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Loam Bio

Series A in 2021
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

Novalith Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
Novalith Technologies is a climate technology company that uses carbon dioxide to simplify lithium chemicals production. Novalith's LiCALTM lithium extraction technology uses significantly less equipment, chemical reagents, water and energy than conventional processing, which reduces capital and production costs. The direct use and sequestration of CO2 in producing lithium chemicals also produces a much smaller emissions footprint than existing and alternative processes.

Wattwatchers

Series B in 2021
Wattwatchers Pty Ltd is an Australian company focused on developing and marketing real-time metering, communication, and control technologies for various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial. Established in 2006 and based in Rydalmere, the company offers a range of systems that monitor energy flows and power metrics at both mains and circuit levels. Its products include real-time meters that operate on 3G and Wi-Fi, along with accessories for enhanced connectivity. These devices allow users to observe and manage electricity consumption in real time, enabling better energy efficiency and demand management. Wattwatchers also provides software-as-a-service solutions and cloud-based management tools, facilitating the integration of its systems with existing infrastructures. The company's offerings support various applications, including solar energy monitoring and energy management for small to medium enterprises, ultimately helping users reduce their electricity costs by identifying power-hungry devices.

Xpansiv

Venture Round in 2021
Xpansiv Data Systems, Inc. operates an online platform that converts raw production data into Digital Feedstock™, a secure and efficient data format that integrates data science, cryptography, and distributed-ledger technologies. This transformation allows for the creation of immutable digital assets from commodities such as natural gas, facilitating transactions that enhance supply-chain transparency, verify compliance, and mitigate risk. By capturing and tracking the attributional profiles and characteristics of underlying commodities, Xpansiv empowers markets to better assess and trade these assets in a digital format. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Seattle, Washington, Xpansiv operates as a subsidiary of CBL Markets Holdings Pty Ltd. The company's team comprises industry experts committed to improving the production, management, and trading processes of commodities on a global scale.

All G Foods

Seed Round in 2021
Called All G Foods, the company uses technology to develop dairy proteins that can be included in milk and other “cow-free” dairy products, as well as to enhance its incoming plant-based meat ranges.

Relectrify

Series A in 2021
Relectrify develops and supplies advanced battery control solutions, which increase the lifetime and reduce the cost of battery storage systems. The company's cell-level battery management and inverter technology is used in battery storage globally including for homes, industry and the grid, and is suitable for both second-life and new batteries.

Zoomo

Series B in 2021
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.
Ingenia Communities Group is a prominent Australian property group that specializes in the ownership, operation, and development of lifestyle and holiday communities, primarily targeting the over-55 demographic. The company manages a diverse portfolio of 61 communities, which includes both established and greenfield developments. Ingenia generates revenue through land-lease arrangements, where it constructs and sells homes while collecting rental income from the land. Additionally, it earns income from its holiday parks and through management fees for its joint ventures and funds. With a focus on key urban and coastal markets, Ingenia positively impacts the lives of over 5,000 residents daily and is supported by a workforce of 700 employees and more than 3,500 investors committed to fostering community engagement and continuous improvement.

AgriWebb

Series B in 2021
Agriwebb Pty Ltd. develops and delivers end-to-end farm management software. It offers AgriWebb NoteBook farm management and record-keeping application that features livestock action recording and tracking; paddock treatment and crop recording; task assignment and management; inventory recording (feeds/chemicals/fertilizers); and online portal (allows online access to the data, reporting, and analytics). The company also offers tablets. Agriwebb Pty Ltd. was founded in 2014 and is based in Sydney, Australia.

Morse Micro

Series A in 2020
Morse Micro PTY. LTD. is an Australian company specializing in the design and development of wireless chip technology, particularly focused on Wi-Fi solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Eveleigh, Australia, the company offers Wi-Fi HaLow, a low-power wireless technology that enables connections up to one kilometer, making it suitable for a variety of applications including home automation, industrial process control, logistics, surveillance systems, and asset management. The company was established by a team of Wi-Fi innovators and is backed by a strong portfolio of intellectual property and patents, facilitating extensive connectivity across the IoT ecosystem. Morse Micro also has offices in China and the United States, enhancing its global reach and capabilities in the wireless technology market.

Sunman

Series B in 2020
Sunman Energy Co., Ltd. develops and manufactures solar panel. It offers eArc technology, eArc modules, eRoof, and mobile products for buildings and roofs. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in North Sydney, Australia with the additional locations in Shanghai, China; St. Peter, Germany; and Japan.

Zoomo

Series A in 2020
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Loam Bio

Seed Round in 2020
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

JET Charge

Series A in 2020
JET Charge is the way in EV charging infrastructure in Australia. The company offers a range of EV products and services, including domestic and commercial charging installations.

Relectrify

Series A in 2020
Relectrify develops and supplies advanced battery control solutions, which increase the lifetime and reduce the cost of battery storage systems. The company's cell-level battery management and inverter technology is used in battery storage globally including for homes, industry and the grid, and is suitable for both second-life and new batteries.

Morse Micro

Series A in 2019
Morse Micro PTY. LTD. is an Australian company specializing in the design and development of wireless chip technology, particularly focused on Wi-Fi solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Eveleigh, Australia, the company offers Wi-Fi HaLow, a low-power wireless technology that enables connections up to one kilometer, making it suitable for a variety of applications including home automation, industrial process control, logistics, surveillance systems, and asset management. The company was established by a team of Wi-Fi innovators and is backed by a strong portfolio of intellectual property and patents, facilitating extensive connectivity across the IoT ecosystem. Morse Micro also has offices in China and the United States, enhancing its global reach and capabilities in the wireless technology market.

Zen Ecosystems

Series B in 2018
Zen Ecosystems provides energy management solutions and products for commercial buildings and homes alike. The company offers cloud platform for managing HVAC, lighting, and energy consumption across multi-site operations. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Newport Beach, California.

Macquarie Asset Management

Venture Round in 2018
Macquarie Asset Management, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, is a prominent financial institution specializing in a diverse range of investment services. The firm focuses on real assets, including infrastructure and real estate, as well as fixed income, leveraged credit, private credit, and equities. It serves various sectors, with a particular emphasis on green investments, agriculture, and secondary market opportunities. Macquarie Asset Management aims to provide tailored financial solutions to meet the unique objectives and needs of its clients, leveraging its extensive experience and expertise in the investment landscape.

Redback Technology

Series A in 2017
Redback is a technology company focused on the development of advanced, low cost solar solutions for residential and commercial users. Redback’s market leading integrated hardware and software technologies capture, store and manage solar energy, providing accelerated return on investment. With a focus on quality and efficiency, Redback’s streamlined inverter hardware incorporates power electronics, cloud system control and related switchgear into an aesthetically pleasing design, allowing for rapid integration, and thus low installed costs.

Relectrify

Seed Round in 2017
Relectrify develops and supplies advanced battery control solutions, which increase the lifetime and reduce the cost of battery storage systems. The company's cell-level battery management and inverter technology is used in battery storage globally including for homes, industry and the grid, and is suitable for both second-life and new batteries.

Thinxtra Pty Limited

Series B in 2017
Thinxtra is an Internet of Things (IoT) company founded by IoT experts who share the same passion and expertise: connecting things to improve business processes.

Wattwatchers

Series A in 2017
Wattwatchers Pty Ltd is an Australian company focused on developing and marketing real-time metering, communication, and control technologies for various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial. Established in 2006 and based in Rydalmere, the company offers a range of systems that monitor energy flows and power metrics at both mains and circuit levels. Its products include real-time meters that operate on 3G and Wi-Fi, along with accessories for enhanced connectivity. These devices allow users to observe and manage electricity consumption in real time, enabling better energy efficiency and demand management. Wattwatchers also provides software-as-a-service solutions and cloud-based management tools, facilitating the integration of its systems with existing infrastructures. The company's offerings support various applications, including solar energy monitoring and energy management for small to medium enterprises, ultimately helping users reduce their electricity costs by identifying power-hungry devices.

Qube

Post in 2017
Qube is a logistics and infrastructure company that provides a comprehensive range of services in the transportation and supply chain sector. It operates through three main divisions: operating, property, and Patrick. The operating division offers road and rail transportation of containers, customs and quarantine services, warehousing, intermodal terminals, international freight forwarding, domestic stevedoring, and bulk transport. The Patrick division focuses on container terminal operations, having been acquired from Asciano. Additionally, Qube's property division manages strategic land holdings, particularly in Sydney, enhancing its logistics capabilities. Overall, Qube Logistics delivers integrated services that facilitate efficient movement and storage of goods across various transport modes.

GreenSync

Series B in 2017
GreenSync is a global energy-tech company that connects energy resources to create dynamic grids. GreenSync platform has knowledge of major grid congestion points and can pay rebates to customers to help improve the reliability of the grid. The company helps transform businesses and markets globally. It enables new markets by facilitating peer-to-peer and micro markets as well as large scale trading through our platform. GreenSync helps you buy, sell and store energy in the most efficient way possible.