U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy is a government agency established in 1977, located in Washington, D.C. Its primary mission is to ensure the security and prosperity of the nation by tackling energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. The Department focuses on promoting transformative scientific and technological solutions to address these issues, thereby supporting the country's energy needs and environmental sustainability.

Maria Robinson

Director of DOE's Grid Deployment Office

Jigar Shah

Director

Past deals in Oil and Gas Transportation

The Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an investor-owned utility with publicly traded stock
Portland General Electric Company, an integrated electric utility company, engages in the generation, wholesale purchase, transmission, distribution, and retail sale of electricity in the state of Oregon. The company operates seven thermal plants; seven hydroelectric plants; and two wind farms. As of December 31, 2019, it owned an electric transmission system consisting of 1,264 circuit miles, including 287 circuit miles of 500 kilovolt line, 423 circuit miles of 230 kilovolt line, and 554 miles of 115 kilovolt line. The company has 27,755 circuit miles of distribution lines. It also purchases and sells wholesale natural gas in the United States and Canada. The company serves approximately 895,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 51 cities. Portland General Electric Company was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. is a leader in developing systems that convert ocean wave energy into electricity. The company operates primarily in North and South America, Europe, and Asia, offering various products, including the PB3 PowerBuoy system, which generates power independently of the electric grid for use in remote offshore locations. Their product line includes both utility and autonomous PowerBuoy systems, as well as hybrid PowerBuoy products and subsea battery systems. Additionally, the company provides services such as electric power generation, real-time data communications, and marine installation for sectors like offshore oil and gas, defense and security, science and research, and communication. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Ocean Power Technologies targets public and private entities that require reliable remote power solutions.

FR8relay

Grant in 2022
Truckish is a comprehensive SaaS platform that integrates the tools that trucking companies need into a single, convenient, and affordable system. Problem: Although carriers with fleets of 20 trucks or less make up over 92% of all trucking companies in the United States, they must compete with larger fleets without the benefit of the premium-priced software tools and economies of scale savings available to their more resourced competitors. Thus, many carriers juggle multiple software subscriptions and/or manual processes to carry out their day-to-day fleet and business operations. Synthesizing the various outputs from separate tools costs small business owners time and money that could be better utilized elsewhere. Solution: Truckish’s Fleet Management Solution saves carriers time and money by integrating the tools they need into a comprehensive SaaS system that is affordable to the average trucking company. These tools include dispatch, vehicle diagnostics, tracking and maintenance, ELD and Hours of Service compliance, IFTA calculations, contacts management, and accounting with easy integration to QuickBooks and payroll systems. Carriers use the Truckish web platform to manage their customers, team, and assets. Our automated workflow seamlessly facilitates every load from dispatch through to invoicing and driver payroll. Drivers connect to the platform via the Truckish mobile app, where they monitor their assignments, track their hours of service, and manage load documentation and contacts. And with Truckish plug and play hardware installed in their trucks, carriers can view real time data and diagnostics on their vehicles while maintaining compliance with the latest government ELD mandate. Truckish streamlines carriers’ operations, increasing their productivity and reducing their overhead, so that trucking companies can focus on growing their businesses.

TEVERRA

Grant in 2022
PETROLERN LLC is a leading-edge technology company working on subsurface solutions for carbon storage, geothermal and oil and gas projects. It conducts cutting edge R&D and executes global service projects to increase its clients' profitability yet minimizing their environmental footprint. Petrolern’s mission is to apply the knowledge and learnings from the oil and gas industry to accelerate movement toward cleaner energy sources. We envision this by optimization and real-time monitoring of subsurface operations using advanced sensor technologies and artificial intelligence.

Transitional Energy

Grant in 2022
Transitional Energy brings geothermal technology to the oil and gas industry to generate clean, baseload power from heat waste.

Geothermix

Grant in 2022
Geothermix is to increase heat recovery from geothermal resources by an order of magnitude or more through the application of horizontal wells and novel well-completion methods.

TEVERRA

Grant in 2022
PETROLERN LLC is a leading-edge technology company working on subsurface solutions for carbon storage, geothermal and oil and gas projects. It conducts cutting edge R&D and executes global service projects to increase its clients' profitability yet minimizing their environmental footprint. Petrolern’s mission is to apply the knowledge and learnings from the oil and gas industry to accelerate movement toward cleaner energy sources. We envision this by optimization and real-time monitoring of subsurface operations using advanced sensor technologies and artificial intelligence.

ReactWell

Grant in 2021
ReactWell, L.L.C. is an innovative company based in New Orleans, Louisiana, specializing in the development of underground reactor systems that convert lower-value liquids, gases, and solids into synthetic oil and various valuable liquid chemicals. Founded in 2011, the company also offers the Electromagnetic Oil Pipe Plugger (EMOPP), a system designed to effectively clog pipes. ReactWell provides its advanced technology services and products to a range of industries, including oil and gas, mining, petrochemicals, utilities, clean technology, and renewable energy. Their offerings support numerous applications such as crude oil substitutes, synthesis starting products, sterilization, mineral scavenging, and wastewater treatment, among others. By leveraging science, engineering, and information technology, ReactWell aims to deliver cost-effective renewable oil and chemical solutions, addressing the challenges posed by dwindling supplies of conventional hydrocarbons.

National Grid

Grant in 2021
National Grid is a major energy company operating in the United States and the United Kingdom, focusing on electricity and gas transmission and distribution. In North America, it generates electricity from various sources, including oil, gas, solar, and wind, while also engaging in gas distribution and investment in natural gas infrastructure, such as pipelines. In the UK, National Grid Gas plc manages a high-pressure gas transmission system, comprising over 7,630 kilometers of pipeline and numerous compressor stations. The company is committed to transforming energy networks to deliver cleaner and more resilient energy solutions, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. National Grid plays a crucial role in connecting customers and communities to energy, emphasizing safety, reliability, and efficiency in its operations. Through its regulated utility businesses and National Grid Ventures, the company is actively working to develop innovative solutions for the energy challenges of the future, collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate the transition to decarbonized and decentralized energy systems.
Summit Natural Gas of Maine, Inc. operates as a natural gas distributor.

TEVERRA

Grant in 2021
PETROLERN LLC is a leading-edge technology company working on subsurface solutions for carbon storage, geothermal and oil and gas projects. It conducts cutting edge R&D and executes global service projects to increase its clients' profitability yet minimizing their environmental footprint. Petrolern’s mission is to apply the knowledge and learnings from the oil and gas industry to accelerate movement toward cleaner energy sources. We envision this by optimization and real-time monitoring of subsurface operations using advanced sensor technologies and artificial intelligence.

ReactWell

Grant in 2020
ReactWell, L.L.C. is an innovative company based in New Orleans, Louisiana, specializing in the development of underground reactor systems that convert lower-value liquids, gases, and solids into synthetic oil and various valuable liquid chemicals. Founded in 2011, the company also offers the Electromagnetic Oil Pipe Plugger (EMOPP), a system designed to effectively clog pipes. ReactWell provides its advanced technology services and products to a range of industries, including oil and gas, mining, petrochemicals, utilities, clean technology, and renewable energy. Their offerings support numerous applications such as crude oil substitutes, synthesis starting products, sterilization, mineral scavenging, and wastewater treatment, among others. By leveraging science, engineering, and information technology, ReactWell aims to deliver cost-effective renewable oil and chemical solutions, addressing the challenges posed by dwindling supplies of conventional hydrocarbons.
Southern California Gas Company is a regulated public utility based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in the distribution, transmission, and storage of natural gas. Founded in 1867, the company serves approximately 22 million customers across Central and Southern California. Its extensive infrastructure includes over 51,000 miles of distribution pipelines, 3,058 miles of transmission and storage pipelines, and 9 transmission compressor stations. Southern California Gas also offers a range of services, including residential assistance, energy efficiency programs, and solutions for commercial and industrial clients. As a subsidiary of Pacific Enterprises Inc., the company plays a vital role in meeting the natural gas needs of its extensive customer base.

GSE Systems

Grant in 2019
GSE Systems, Inc. specializes in performance improvement solutions tailored for the energy and process industries. The company enhances human performance through turnkey training, innovative visualization, simulation applications, and a team of skilled instructors. Additionally, GSE Systems leverages its engineering expertise and technology to optimize plant design, commissioning, and operations. With over 340 employees and more than four decades of industry experience, the company boasts over 1,100 installations and serves hundreds of customers across more than 50 countries. GSE Systems operates two main segments: engineering and workforce solutions, with a significant portion of its revenue generated in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sykesville, Maryland, and has offices in several locations worldwide, including the United Kingdom, India, and China.

Nikola

Grant in 2019
Nikola Motor Company, a subsidiary of Nikola Corporation, is focused on transforming the transportation industry through the development of zero-emission vehicles. Founded in 2014 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company designs and manufactures battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, along with electric powertrains and vehicle components. In addition to its vehicle offerings, Nikola also creates energy storage systems and infrastructure for hydrogen fueling stations, aiming to provide comprehensive solutions for sustainable transportation. With a commitment to reducing emissions across the energy production and consumption spectrum, Nikola Motor Company seeks to disrupt the industry on a global scale.

Manta Biofuel

Grant in 2018
Manta Biofuel, LLC is a Maryland-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of renewable crude oil derived from algae. Established in 2014, Manta Biofuel aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels, targeting the $10 billion heating oil market. The company has developed a patented technology involving a distributed magnetic harvesting system to efficiently extract algal biomass, which is then converted into renewable crude oil through a hydrothermal liquefaction process. This innovative approach not only offers a sustainable energy solution but also supports the long-term vision of transitioning the international shipping industry to carbon-neutral liquid fuels, contributing to broader efforts to decarbonize the economy.

Manta Biofuel

Grant in 2016
Manta Biofuel, LLC is a Maryland-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of renewable crude oil derived from algae. Established in 2014, Manta Biofuel aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels, targeting the $10 billion heating oil market. The company has developed a patented technology involving a distributed magnetic harvesting system to efficiently extract algal biomass, which is then converted into renewable crude oil through a hydrothermal liquefaction process. This innovative approach not only offers a sustainable energy solution but also supports the long-term vision of transitioning the international shipping industry to carbon-neutral liquid fuels, contributing to broader efforts to decarbonize the economy.
As your local utility and an energy delivery company with more than a century of experience, our commitment to customer service, security, and satisfaction is guided by the progress of the past and the promise of the future. Driving an industry that is entrepreneurial in nature, we have always remained focused on benefiting the people, environment, and economies of the communities we serve. We continue to enhance our services and the workforce that helps us generate smart ideas.

Manta Biofuel

Grant in 2015
Manta Biofuel, LLC is a Maryland-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of renewable crude oil derived from algae. Established in 2014, Manta Biofuel aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels, targeting the $10 billion heating oil market. The company has developed a patented technology involving a distributed magnetic harvesting system to efficiently extract algal biomass, which is then converted into renewable crude oil through a hydrothermal liquefaction process. This innovative approach not only offers a sustainable energy solution but also supports the long-term vision of transitioning the international shipping industry to carbon-neutral liquid fuels, contributing to broader efforts to decarbonize the economy.

ORPC, Inc.

Grant in 2010
Ocean Renewable Power Company, Inc. specializes in developing marine renewable energy solutions that harness tidal and river currents to generate clean electricity. Founded in 2004 and based in Portland, Maine, the company focuses on creating technologies and projects that provide power primarily in North America. ORPC installs turbine generator units in groups to form complete power systems, converting river and ocean energy into grid-compatible electricity. Its key products include the RivGen power system, designed for small river sites in remote communities without centralized power grids; the TidGen power system for shallow tidal current applications; and the OCGen power system for deeper tidal and ocean currents. ORPC also collaborates with public and municipal electric utilities, independent energy developers, and military facilities near tidal or ocean resources, offering solutions that address the challenges of providing reliable power in environmentally sensitive and remote locations.

Propel Fuels

Grant in 2010
Propel Fuels, Inc. operates a network of fuel stations in California and Washington, focusing on providing diesel, renewable fuels, and flex fuels. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Sacramento, California, and has retail stations in various cities, including Seattle and Mount Vernon in Washington, as well as numerous locations throughout California. Propel Fuels also offers CleanDrive, an integrated platform that tracks carbon emissions reduction, helping consumers understand the environmental impact of their fuel choices. The company aims to empower drivers by making clean, American-made fuels easily accessible, thereby promoting both economic and environmental benefits. Through its initiatives, Propel Fuels seeks to encourage a shift towards cleaner fueling options and reduce reliance on imported oil.

ClearFuels Technology

Grant in 2009
Founded in 1998, ClearFuels Technology Inc. is a leading developer of low-cost advanced renewable biofuels with a well-defined strategy for near-term commercialization of our highly flexible thermochemical platform. ClearFuels employs a proprietary thermochemical steam reformation process that converts multiple mixed cellulosic biomass feedstocks into high-value energy products including ethanol, renewable Fischer-Tropsch or "FT" diesel, hydrogen and electrical power at industry-leading yields. Clearfuels' unique ability to utilize multiple types of feedstock minimizes cost and production impact due to specific feedstock price fluctuations or availability while the ability to produce several types of high-value energy products from the same BTG platform offers the flexibility to meet specific energy demands with lower commodity risks

Solazyme

Grant in 2009
Solazyme is a synthetic biology company that specializes in converting algal biomass into biofuels. Solazyme not only creates biofuels for the the transportation industry, but is experimenting with ways to tailor its products for the cosmetic and food industries.

Foro Energy

Grant in 2009
Foro Energy is commercializing high power lasers for the oil, natural gas, geothermal, and mining industries.

Ogin

Grant in 2009
Ogin Inc., based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of innovative wind turbines, particularly focusing on shrouded turbine technology. This advanced design employs a mixer/ejector system, enhancing aerodynamic efficiency and increasing energy production compared to conventional turbines. Ogin's products are used in lower-voltage distribution grids and cater to wind farm developers, industrial operators, and utility companies both in the United States and internationally. The company's technology aims to reduce the cost of wind energy, expand its applicability in areas with lower wind speeds, and maximize land utilization while minimizing environmental impact. Founded in 2007 and formerly known as FloDesign Wind Turbine Corporation, Ogin operates as a subsidiary of FloDesign Inc.
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