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Direct Energy is a retail provider of electricity and natural gas, offering a range of energy-related products and services for both residential and commercial customers. The company operates in various states, providing utility services along with wholesale power and natural gas trading and marketing. Direct Energy focuses on innovation by utilizing energy, data, and technology to assist customers in managing their energy expenses. Through its diverse portfolio of products and services, the company aims to give customers more choices and support in their energy management.

EnTouch Controls, Inc. specializes in developing a wireless energy management system tailored for multi-site small and medium businesses across various sectors, including retail, property management, restaurants, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2008 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates solutions for energy management, facility oversight, and asset optimization. Its services include real-time dashboards and analytics, which help clients monitor performance, detect HVAC maintenance issues, and optimize energy consumption. By providing tools for management analytics and issue resolution tracking, EnTouch aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for national chains, franchise owners, schools, and offices.

EnTouch Controls, Inc. specializes in developing a wireless energy management system tailored for multi-site small and medium businesses across various sectors, including retail, property management, restaurants, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2008 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates solutions for energy management, facility oversight, and asset optimization. Its services include real-time dashboards and analytics, which help clients monitor performance, detect HVAC maintenance issues, and optimize energy consumption. By providing tools for management analytics and issue resolution tracking, EnTouch aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for national chains, franchise owners, schools, and offices.

EnTouch Controls, Inc. specializes in developing a wireless energy management system tailored for multi-site small and medium businesses across various sectors, including retail, property management, restaurants, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2008 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates solutions for energy management, facility oversight, and asset optimization. Its services include real-time dashboards and analytics, which help clients monitor performance, detect HVAC maintenance issues, and optimize energy consumption. By providing tools for management analytics and issue resolution tracking, EnTouch aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for national chains, franchise owners, schools, and offices.

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and deployment of battery storage solutions tailored for the utility, commercial, and industrial sectors, as well as renewable energy markets in the United States. The company offers stationary battery storage systems, with its flagship product being the Eos Znyth DC battery system, specifically engineered to meet the demands of the grid-scale energy storage market. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, Eos aims to provide innovative and cost-effective energy storage solutions that enhance the reliability and competitiveness of renewable energy sources.

Pure Energies Group is a Canadian company dedicated to assisting homeowners in adopting solar energy and home conservation products. With a commitment to being a trusted energy advisor, the company aims to benefit communities and future generations through sustainable energy solutions. Established under Ontario’s Green Energy Act, Pure Energies has expanded its operations internationally, particularly in the United States, following acquisitions of companies such as One Block off the Grid and Cooler Planet. With offices located in Toronto, Mississauga, and San Francisco, Pure Energies represents Canada in the growing global solar market, providing energy advisory services to facilitate the transition to renewable energy sources for homeowners.

Goal Zero is a company that specializes in portable power solutions, focusing on renewable energy through solar technology. Its product lineup includes solar panels, rechargeable batteries, and various accessories such as lights, lanterns, flashlights, and speakers. The offerings range from small devices designed for recharging personal electronics like cell phones and laptops to larger systems capable of powering appliances such as refrigerators. All products can be charged via solar energy, wall outlets, or USB connections. Goal Zero markets its products globally, selling directly through its website as well as through specialty and mass retailers.

Cool Planet Energy Systems, Inc. is an agriculture technology company based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, with an additional location in Camarillo, California. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in Engineered Biocarbon technology, offering products aimed at improving soil health and plant growth. Its flagship product, Cool Terra, enhances soil performance and is carbon negative, contributing to sustainability efforts. In addition to soil health products, Cool Planet provides solutions for animal nutrition and microbial applications to tackle global challenges related to soil degradation, sustainability, and food security. The company's innovative approach addresses critical issues in energy, food, and water resources.

EnTouch Controls, Inc. specializes in developing a wireless energy management system tailored for multi-site small and medium businesses across various sectors, including retail, property management, restaurants, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2008 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates solutions for energy management, facility oversight, and asset optimization. Its services include real-time dashboards and analytics, which help clients monitor performance, detect HVAC maintenance issues, and optimize energy consumption. By providing tools for management analytics and issue resolution tracking, EnTouch aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for national chains, franchise owners, schools, and offices.

EcoFactor, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based home energy management services, aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs for consumers while ensuring comfort. Established in 2006 and based in Redwood City, California, EcoFactor leverages patented big-data analytics and machine learning algorithms to analyze residential data, including home thermodynamics, user preferences, and weather conditions. This analysis enables the platform to continually monitor and optimize energy use without requiring manual adjustments from homeowners. EcoFactor's services are delivered through partnerships with utilities, energy retailers, broadband service providers, and HVAC companies, facilitating widespread access to its innovative solutions. The company operates as a subsidiary of Trane Inc. and has received funding from various investors, including Aster Capital and NRG.

Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc. (ECS) is the largest private demand response provider in North America, offering turnkey, administrative and a la carte demand response services. Winner of the Peak Load Management Alliance's "Outstanding Program Achievement Award" in demand response, a large part of ECS' success stems from having customer-friendly programs. ECS understands what it takes for a business to become involved and the preparation necessary to make energy reductions. Founded in Buffalo, New York, in 2001, ECS had the goal of helping to ensure reliable electricity supply in New York State. Through hard work and dedication, and due to the real need for demand response, ECS has grown to an employee force of more than 120, and expanded into energy markets across North America, helping formulate demand response program models for utilities and system operators. ECS works with thousands of customers and manages more than 2,000 MW of demand response throughout North America, equivalent to the output of 3 large power plants. Over the years, ECS has remained a private company, profitable each and every quarter, with a track record of paying customers. A streamlined management gives ECS the ability to make decisions and take action swiftly, and without third-party shareholders in the equation ECS' primary objective is to cater only to the needs of its customers.

Ingenu Inc. specializes in developing wireless networks that facilitate long-range connectivity for Internet of Things (IoT) and machine-to-machine (M2M) devices. Founded in 2008 and based in San Diego, California, the company focuses on creating a dedicated network for machines, utilizing its RPMA technology to enable reliable communication across various industries, including asset tracking, agriculture, connected cars, environmental monitoring, and fleet management. Ingenu's offerings allow for smart metering, remote monitoring, and data gathering, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients. However, as of July 27, 2020, Ingenu filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of California.

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and deployment of battery storage solutions tailored for the utility, commercial, and industrial sectors, as well as renewable energy markets in the United States. The company offers stationary battery storage systems, with its flagship product being the Eos Znyth DC battery system, specifically engineered to meet the demands of the grid-scale energy storage market. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, Eos aims to provide innovative and cost-effective energy storage solutions that enhance the reliability and competitiveness of renewable energy sources.

Solar Power Partners, Inc. is a leading independent solar power producer in the United States, specializing in the development, ownership, and operation of distributed solar energy facilities. The company assists businesses, institutions, municipalities, and agricultural clients in adopting solar energy through long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), which allow customers to benefit from solar-generated electricity without the complexities and costs associated with owning and maintaining solar facilities. SPP focuses on mid-scale projects and collaborates with solar integrators to deliver tailored renewable energy solutions. Its diverse clientele includes water districts, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, airports, detention centers, and various commercial and agricultural operations, extending its services across the continental United States and Hawaii.

Green Mountain Energy Company, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in alternative energy generation and distribution services. The company focuses on providing clean, renewable electricity products sourced from wind and solar energy to residential and commercial customers. In addition to energy supply, Green Mountain Energy offers solar panel systems and carbon offset products designed to help clients reduce their carbon emissions and achieve a zero-carbon footprint. By promoting sustainable practices, the company aims to support individuals and businesses in their efforts toward environmental responsibility.

Aptera Motors Corp. is a manufacturer of innovative three-wheeled solar electric vehicles, focusing on efficiency and sustainability. Founded in 2006 and originally known as Accelerated Composites, the company is now based in San Diego, California, with a mission to design and engineer vehicles that require minimal charging. By integrating solar panels into the vehicle body, Aptera’s platform allows for extended travel on solar power alone, significantly reducing reliance on traditional charging stations. This design not only enhances the daily usability of the vehicles but also aims to lessen the environmental impact of transportation.

Texas Genco is one of the largest wholesale electric power generating companies in the United States. As of September 30, 2002,the aggrate net generating capacity of Texas Genco's combined portfolio of assets was 14,175 MW. Texas Genco owns and operates 11 power generating stations (60 generating units). Texas Genco also owns a 30.8% interest in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station, a nuclear generating station with two 1,250 MW nuclear generating units. Texas Genco sells electric generation capacity, energy and ancillary services in the ERCOT market, which is the largest power market in the State of Texas.