Khosla Ventures
Khosla Ventures is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2004 by Vinod Khosla. It provides capital and strategic guidance to startups across stages, focusing on technology-driven companies in areas such as artificial intelligence, climate and sustainability, enterprise software and services, fintech, digital health, medical technology and diagnostics, therapeutics, consumer products, and frontier technologies. The firm backs bold ventures with the potential to disrupt markets and improve lives, supporting companies from early to growth stages and working closely with entrepreneurs to apply science, technology and innovative business models. While primarily investing in North American technology companies, Khosla Ventures pursues opportunities globally and emphasizes experimentation and impact alongside financial returns. The firm also maintains related impact initiatives that support entrepreneurs addressing socio-economic challenges in emerging markets.
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Past deals in Manufacturing
Industrial Next
Series A in 2025
Industrial Next specializes in developing advanced automation technologies for flexible and intelligent manufacturing. Their core focus is on creating intelligent vision systems, combining hardware and software to enhance production processes.
Zetwerk
Series F in 2024
Zetwerk is an end-to-end manufacturing supply chain solutions provider. It operates an online marketplace connecting large manufacturers with vendors and suppliers for customized products used in industrial machines and equipment. The company offers items such as crane parts, doors, machine chassis, ladders, and services in fabrication, machining, casting, and forging. Zetwerk facilitates collaboration tools for buyers and suppliers, execution tools for order fulfillment, and plans to host a third-party apps marketplace. Headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, the company was founded in 2018.
LuxWall
Series B in 2024
LuxWall is a building materials company that designs and manufactures vacuum-insulated glass, a transparent insulation material that reduces heating and cooling losses and improves building energy efficiency. Its vacuum-insulated glass supports energy standards for commercial and residential buildings and uses technology aimed at enabling greater thermal performance. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Ypsilanti, Michigan, LuxWall seeks to advance sustainable construction and has indicated a potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigatonnes per year, highlighting its environmental impact.
Enzymit
Series A in 2024
Enzymit is a biotechnology company focused on revolutionizing global manufacturing through sustainable and efficient bio-production methods. It specializes in developing cell-free bio-production technology that aims to eliminate the inefficiencies and complexities associated with traditional bio-production. Enzymit employs artificial intelligence and deep learning algorithms to design novel enzymes, which serve as molecular machines capable of transforming abundant feedstocks into valuable products, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and materials. The company’s small, modular bio-reactors facilitate this process, promoting resource independence while minimizing environmental impact. By moving away from conventional whole-cell methods to utilizing nature's elemental building blocks, Enzymit enhances cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability in bio-production, while also providing greater flexibility in product customization for various industries.
Fortera
Series C in 2024
Fortera is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for the cement and concrete industry with the aim of significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. It has created a process that captures industrial carbon dioxide emissions and mineralizes them to produce a more environmentally friendly form of concrete. This method not only addresses the substantial carbon footprint associated with traditional concrete production but also offers improved performance characteristics. By providing sustainable alternatives to conventional cement products, Fortera contributes to global efforts to mitigate climate change and enhance the environmental sustainability of construction practices.
Glydways
Series B in 2024
Glydways is a South San Francisco-based company specializing in affordable autonomous transportation systems. It designs, manufactures, installs, and operates efficient, high-capacity mobility solutions that are environmentally friendly with zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Li Industries
Series B in 2024
Li Industries is a start-up focused on advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company specializes in the recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and other energy storage systems. By utilizing innovative direct recycling technology and a scalable electrochemical flow system, Li Industries aims to extract these essential metals efficiently and sustainably. This process not only reduces environmental waste but also supports the production of new batteries from recycled components. By optimizing the recovery and treatment of these materials, Li Industries contributes to lowering energy consumption and emissions in the battery production process, ultimately fostering a more sustainable supply chain for battery manufacturing.
Varda
Series B in 2024
Varda Space Industries, Inc. is a space manufacturing startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020 by Delian Asparouhov and Trae Stephens. The company specializes in creating products in space that are intended for terrestrial applications, leveraging the unique advantages of low gravity. Varda aims to establish an infrastructure for harvesting materials from asteroids, enabling the production of new products in space. This approach not only facilitates the manufacturing of innovative goods but also promotes sustainability by reducing reliance on the destructive extraction of Earth's resources.
Daedalus
Series A in 2024
Daedalus is a contract manufacturing company that specializes in precision parts for the CNC industry. It leverages advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to create reconfigurable production capacity, allowing for instant retooling to accommodate various manufacturing needs. The company offers a software system that enhances manufacturing efficiency and ensures high reliability and transparency throughout the production process. Daedalus is equipped to handle a wide range of production scales, from prototypes to large-scale manufacturing, thereby supporting diverse customer requirements with agility in both process and part complexity.
Glydways
Series B in 2023
Glydways is a South San Francisco-based company specializing in affordable autonomous transportation systems. It designs, manufactures, installs, and operates efficient, high-capacity mobility solutions that are environmentally friendly with zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Mighty Buildings
Series B in 2023
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.
Reflex Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Reflex Robotics specializes in developing affordable humanoid robots, priced at around $10,000, to automate hazardous and repetitive tasks in logistics and manufacturing sectors. Their robots are designed and manufactured in-house by a team that previously led the development of the Stretch robot at Boston Dynamics and key components of Tesla's Model S, X, and Y production lines. The company's robotic technology is currently employed in beverage packing, warehouse palletizing, and shelf tote picking, aiming to streamline daily operations for various industries.
Caelux
Series A in 2023
Caelux is a renewable energy company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing and manufacturing perovskite-on-glass technology for the terrestrial solar and commercial space industries. This innovative technology is designed to enhance solar device efficiency while minimizing the amount of semiconducting material required, thereby reducing production costs. Caelux's products improve power production and integrate seamlessly into existing photovoltaic module manufacturing processes, allowing users to lower installed costs and boost overall performance.
TeraWatt Technology
Series C in 2023
Founded in 2017, TeraWatt Technology designs and manufactures lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for various electrified applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with a subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan.
Daedalus
Seed Round in 2023
Daedalus is a contract manufacturing company that specializes in precision parts for the CNC industry. It leverages advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to create reconfigurable production capacity, allowing for instant retooling to accommodate various manufacturing needs. The company offers a software system that enhances manufacturing efficiency and ensures high reliability and transparency throughout the production process. Daedalus is equipped to handle a wide range of production scales, from prototypes to large-scale manufacturing, thereby supporting diverse customer requirements with agility in both process and part complexity.
LuxWall
Venture Round in 2023
LuxWall is a building materials company that designs and manufactures vacuum-insulated glass, a transparent insulation material that reduces heating and cooling losses and improves building energy efficiency. Its vacuum-insulated glass supports energy standards for commercial and residential buildings and uses technology aimed at enabling greater thermal performance. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Ypsilanti, Michigan, LuxWall seeks to advance sustainable construction and has indicated a potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigatonnes per year, highlighting its environmental impact.
Li Industries
Series A in 2022
Li Industries is a start-up focused on advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company specializes in the recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and other energy storage systems. By utilizing innovative direct recycling technology and a scalable electrochemical flow system, Li Industries aims to extract these essential metals efficiently and sustainably. This process not only reduces environmental waste but also supports the production of new batteries from recycled components. By optimizing the recovery and treatment of these materials, Li Industries contributes to lowering energy consumption and emissions in the battery production process, ultimately fostering a more sustainable supply chain for battery manufacturing.
TeraWatt Technology
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2017, TeraWatt Technology designs and manufactures lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for various electrified applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with a subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan.
Nitricity
Venture Round in 2022
Nitricity is an energy company focused on renewable nitrogen fertilizer production with zero carbon emissions. It develops electrified, climate-smart fertilizer products and manufactures nitric acid and ammonia, which can be used separately or combined to produce ammonium nitrate fertilizer. The approach aims to bring products closer to farmers, enable timely application, reduce runoff, and maximize nitrogen delivery on a global scale.
Cellino
Series A in 2022
Cellino develops scalable, automated biomanufacturing systems for personalized cell therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). The company aims to enable potentially curative, patient-specific treatments by producing autologous iPSCs at scale and applying AI-guided, image-driven laser processing and robotics to remove unwanted cells. By integrating image-guided machine learning, single-cell laser processing, and robotics, Cellino seeks to enhance precision, efficiency, and scalability in optical bioprocessing, accelerating the development of regenerative therapies for chronic degenerative diseases such as vision loss and Parkinson's disease.
Daedalus
Seed Round in 2021
Daedalus is a contract manufacturing company that specializes in precision parts for the CNC industry. It leverages advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to create reconfigurable production capacity, allowing for instant retooling to accommodate various manufacturing needs. The company offers a software system that enhances manufacturing efficiency and ensures high reliability and transparency throughout the production process. Daedalus is equipped to handle a wide range of production scales, from prototypes to large-scale manufacturing, thereby supporting diverse customer requirements with agility in both process and part complexity.
Velo3D
Post in 2021
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
AREVO
Venture Round in 2021
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, is a technology company specializing in direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for high-volume end-use applications. The company combines advanced materials, powerful design and build software, and free motion robotics to achieve true three-dimensional construction. This innovative approach allows AREVO to move beyond prototyping, facilitating the design and production of large, mass-manufactured parts and structures. By leveraging the unique properties of composite materials, AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with exceptional flexibility and strength, targeting sectors such as aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. With its cutting-edge technology, AREVO is positioned to optimize additive manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Varda
Series A in 2021
Varda Space Industries, Inc. is a space manufacturing startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020 by Delian Asparouhov and Trae Stephens. The company specializes in creating products in space that are intended for terrestrial applications, leveraging the unique advantages of low gravity. Varda aims to establish an infrastructure for harvesting materials from asteroids, enabling the production of new products in space. This approach not only facilitates the manufacturing of innovative goods but also promotes sustainability by reducing reliance on the destructive extraction of Earth's resources.
Mighty Buildings
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.
Fortera
Series B in 2021
Fortera is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for the cement and concrete industry with the aim of significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. It has created a process that captures industrial carbon dioxide emissions and mineralizes them to produce a more environmentally friendly form of concrete. This method not only addresses the substantial carbon footprint associated with traditional concrete production but also offers improved performance characteristics. By providing sustainable alternatives to conventional cement products, Fortera contributes to global efforts to mitigate climate change and enhance the environmental sustainability of construction practices.
Briefcase Biotec
Seed Round in 2021
Briefcase Biotec develops KiloBaser, a Nespresso machine of DNA synthesis - enabling cutting edge research without detours.
KiloBaser is a device for printing short synthetic DNA sequences. It enables individual scientists to easily produce the DNA they need on their desktops, while speeding up production of the basics for all genetic engineering and synthetic biology research and development.
Headquartered in Graz, Steiermark, KiloBaser was founded in 2013 by Martin Jost and Alexander Murer.
Mighty Buildings
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.
Cellino
Seed Round in 2021
Cellino develops scalable, automated biomanufacturing systems for personalized cell therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). The company aims to enable potentially curative, patient-specific treatments by producing autologous iPSCs at scale and applying AI-guided, image-driven laser processing and robotics to remove unwanted cells. By integrating image-guided machine learning, single-cell laser processing, and robotics, Cellino seeks to enhance precision, efficiency, and scalability in optical bioprocessing, accelerating the development of regenerative therapies for chronic degenerative diseases such as vision loss and Parkinson's disease.
Glydways
Venture Round in 2020
Glydways is a South San Francisco-based company specializing in affordable autonomous transportation systems. It designs, manufactures, installs, and operates efficient, high-capacity mobility solutions that are environmentally friendly with zero greenhouse gas emissions.
AREVO
Series B in 2020
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, is a technology company specializing in direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for high-volume end-use applications. The company combines advanced materials, powerful design and build software, and free motion robotics to achieve true three-dimensional construction. This innovative approach allows AREVO to move beyond prototyping, facilitating the design and production of large, mass-manufactured parts and structures. By leveraging the unique properties of composite materials, AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with exceptional flexibility and strength, targeting sectors such as aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. With its cutting-edge technology, AREVO is positioned to optimize additive manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Cover
Series A in 2020
Cover is a technology company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of custom backyard studios and guesthouses. Its mission is to provide access to thoughtfully designed and well-built living spaces for a broader audience. By utilizing proprietary design software and a precision manufacturing system, Cover delivers high-quality, energy-efficient housing alternatives in significantly less time than traditional construction methods. The company focuses on enhancing living environments through an efficient process that includes design, permitting, manufacturing, and installation. Initially launched in Los Angeles, Cover is currently accepting pre-orders from customers around the world.
Daedalus
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Daedalus is a contract manufacturing company that specializes in precision parts for the CNC industry. It leverages advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to create reconfigurable production capacity, allowing for instant retooling to accommodate various manufacturing needs. The company offers a software system that enhances manufacturing efficiency and ensures high reliability and transparency throughout the production process. Daedalus is equipped to handle a wide range of production scales, from prototypes to large-scale manufacturing, thereby supporting diverse customer requirements with agility in both process and part complexity.
Velo3D
Series D in 2020
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
TeraWatt Technology
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, TeraWatt Technology designs and manufactures lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for various electrified applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with a subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan.
Veev
Series B in 2020
Veev Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a building technology company that transforms the home construction and living experience. By utilizing its innovative home operating system, Veev provides clients with room-specific control over lighting, shading, and climate while enhancing security against intrusions and cyber threats. The company's construction approach incorporates modular systems featuring light gauge steel for framing, high-performance acrylic for surfaces, and advanced climate control technologies. Veev focuses on high-performance multifamily housing and accessory dwelling units, boasting a development pipeline of over 230 units, equating to 620,000 gross building square feet. Through comprehensive services that encompass design, permitting, modular construction, and a digital infrastructure, Veev empowers homeowners with enhanced control over their living environments.
Casca
Venture Round in 2019
Casca Designs Inc. is a footwear company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in manufacturing and selling custom-made shoes and socks. Founded in 2017, Casca utilizes advanced 3D printing technology and proprietary techniques to create shoes tailored to individual foot measurements, ensuring a precise fit and enhanced comfort. One of its flagship products, the Avro sneaker, features a custom 3D-printed insole that can be personalized through the company's mobile app. Casca's offerings include various models such as avro, avro knit, Footb3d, kepler, and pascal, all designed with durable materials that are waterproof and machine-washable. The company emphasizes user-centric design, aiming to deliver high-performance footwear that is versatile and reliable for everyday use, with products typically shipped to customers within 14 days of order.
Mighty Buildings
Series A in 2019
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.
Cellino
Venture Round in 2019
Cellino develops scalable, automated biomanufacturing systems for personalized cell therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). The company aims to enable potentially curative, patient-specific treatments by producing autologous iPSCs at scale and applying AI-guided, image-driven laser processing and robotics to remove unwanted cells. By integrating image-guided machine learning, single-cell laser processing, and robotics, Cellino seeks to enhance precision, efficiency, and scalability in optical bioprocessing, accelerating the development of regenerative therapies for chronic degenerative diseases such as vision loss and Parkinson's disease.
Boosted USA
Series B in 2018
Boosted USA, established in 2012 and based in Mountain View, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing electric skateboards. These boards are controlled wirelessly via a handheld device and are renowned for their power, portability, and fun riding experience. They cater to both recreational users and commuters, offering a range of models with customizable features such as ride modes, battery options, and braking systems. Boosted USA also operates battery recycling centers in the United States and sells its products online and internationally.
Digital Alloys
Series B in 2018
Digital Alloys, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced metal 3-D printers based in Burlington, Massachusetts. Established in 2017 as a spinout from New Valence Robotics, the company specializes in high-speed, multi-metal additive manufacturing systems that enable the production of parts from a wide range of metals at significantly lower costs compared to traditional methods. Its innovative technology utilizes commodity wire as the raw material, allowing for a simpler and faster process of melting wire into complex shapes. This capability not only reduces manufacturing expenses but also empowers customers to explore new designs and create products with enhanced thermal, electrical, magnetic, and mechanical properties. Digital Alloys targets a diverse array of applications, aiming to make metal 3D printing more accessible and economical for various industries.
Giant.AI
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in San Francisco in 2017, Giant.AI specializes in developing intelligent robotic workers using advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies. These robots are designed to collaborate with human workers in various low-skill manual labor industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics, aiming to enhance productivity and improve working conditions.
AREVO
Series B in 2018
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, is a technology company specializing in direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for high-volume end-use applications. The company combines advanced materials, powerful design and build software, and free motion robotics to achieve true three-dimensional construction. This innovative approach allows AREVO to move beyond prototyping, facilitating the design and production of large, mass-manufactured parts and structures. By leveraging the unique properties of composite materials, AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with exceptional flexibility and strength, targeting sectors such as aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. With its cutting-edge technology, AREVO is positioned to optimize additive manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Mighty Buildings
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.
Velo3D
Series C in 2018
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
Veev
Venture Round in 2018
Veev Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a building technology company that transforms the home construction and living experience. By utilizing its innovative home operating system, Veev provides clients with room-specific control over lighting, shading, and climate while enhancing security against intrusions and cyber threats. The company's construction approach incorporates modular systems featuring light gauge steel for framing, high-performance acrylic for surfaces, and advanced climate control technologies. Veev focuses on high-performance multifamily housing and accessory dwelling units, boasting a development pipeline of over 230 units, equating to 620,000 gross building square feet. Through comprehensive services that encompass design, permitting, modular construction, and a digital infrastructure, Veev empowers homeowners with enhanced control over their living environments.
Impossible Foods
Convertible Note in 2017
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Creator
Venture Round in 2017
Creator Inc. is an innovative company based in San Francisco that specializes in designing and developing robotic systems for the food industry, specifically focused on hamburger production. Founded in 2009, Creator's technology automates the entire process of crafting gourmet burgers, from grinding fresh meat to slicing vegetables and assembling the final product, all without human intervention. The robots cater to various food establishments, including burger restaurants, convenience stores, food trucks, and vending applications, allowing them to serve high-quality food efficiently and at competitive prices. The team comprises experienced roboticists and culinary experts, including alumni from prestigious institutions and renowned restaurants, which enhances their ability to blend technology with gourmet food preparation. Creator aims to revolutionize the fast-food experience by offering customized, freshly made hamburgers that meet the demands of modern consumers.
Cover
Seed Round in 2017
Cover is a technology company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of custom backyard studios and guesthouses. Its mission is to provide access to thoughtfully designed and well-built living spaces for a broader audience. By utilizing proprietary design software and a precision manufacturing system, Cover delivers high-quality, energy-efficient housing alternatives in significantly less time than traditional construction methods. The company focuses on enhancing living environments through an efficient process that includes design, permitting, manufacturing, and installation. Initially launched in Los Angeles, Cover is currently accepting pre-orders from customers around the world.
Katerra
Series C in 2017
Katerra is a technology company that optimizes building development, design, and construction. It manufactures prefabricated structural components, offers comprehensive services including design and assembly, specializing in commercial buildings, retail, healthcare, hospitality, and housing solutions. The company operates globally with offices, factories, and building projects across the United States and internationally.
Digital Alloys
Series A in 2017
Digital Alloys, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced metal 3-D printers based in Burlington, Massachusetts. Established in 2017 as a spinout from New Valence Robotics, the company specializes in high-speed, multi-metal additive manufacturing systems that enable the production of parts from a wide range of metals at significantly lower costs compared to traditional methods. Its innovative technology utilizes commodity wire as the raw material, allowing for a simpler and faster process of melting wire into complex shapes. This capability not only reduces manufacturing expenses but also empowers customers to explore new designs and create products with enhanced thermal, electrical, magnetic, and mechanical properties. Digital Alloys targets a diverse array of applications, aiming to make metal 3D printing more accessible and economical for various industries.
Velo3D
Series B in 2016
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
AREVO
Series A in 2016
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, is a technology company specializing in direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for high-volume end-use applications. The company combines advanced materials, powerful design and build software, and free motion robotics to achieve true three-dimensional construction. This innovative approach allows AREVO to move beyond prototyping, facilitating the design and production of large, mass-manufactured parts and structures. By leveraging the unique properties of composite materials, AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with exceptional flexibility and strength, targeting sectors such as aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. With its cutting-edge technology, AREVO is positioned to optimize additive manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Impossible Foods
Series D in 2015
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Velo3D
Series A in 2015
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
20n
Seed Round in 2015
20n is a biotechnology company that focuses on engineering microbes through advanced algorithms to produce valuable chemicals for therapeutic and industrial applications. Their innovative technology has successfully demonstrated the ability to create bacteria capable of synthesizing Paracetamol, a widely used pain reliever, representing a significant breakthrough in bioproduction methods. Additionally, 20n is developing an open-source platform that allows users to predict DNA edits and design custom fermentation organisms, facilitating the discovery of new molecules and more efficient production processes. The company's data mining capabilities further enhance their potential to identify and produce a wide spectrum of biologically-derived chemicals, positioning them at the forefront of synthetic biology and biomanufacturing.
Feetz
Seed Round in 2015
Feetz Inc. is a manufacturer of custom-made footwear based in San Diego, California. The company specializes in 3D-printed shoes that leverage advanced technology to create precise foot measurements, allowing for a tailored fit. Feetz's SizeMe technology enables consumers to choose from various styles, colors, and patterns, catering to a wide range of foot types, including those with small or large feet, bunions, flat feet, and high arches. The shoes are crafted from recycled and recyclable materials, emphasizing sustainability and comfort. Feetz distributes its products through retailers and online platforms, empowering customers to design their own shoes that are both stylish and well-fitting. Founded in 2013, Feetz aims to revolutionize the footwear industry by combining technology with personalized craftsmanship.
Arcanum Alloys
Series B in 2015
Arcanum Alloys is a materials company focused on developing and producing advanced metal alloys and their processing methods. It integrates technologies from diverse high-tech industries to create new alloy classes that aim to reduce total manufacturing costs, shorten lead times, and improve performance for customers in the appliance, home, and architectural sectors. The company pursues metallurgical innovations, including heat treatments and spatial segregation of elements, to enable alloyed products with enhanced functionality and lower energy consumption. Based in Sunnyvale, California, Arcanum Alloys seeks to redefine metallurgical processes across manufacturing industries.
Impossible Foods
Series C in 2014
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Caelux
Venture Round in 2014
Caelux is a renewable energy company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing and manufacturing perovskite-on-glass technology for the terrestrial solar and commercial space industries. This innovative technology is designed to enhance solar device efficiency while minimizing the amount of semiconducting material required, thereby reducing production costs. Caelux's products improve power production and integrate seamlessly into existing photovoltaic module manufacturing processes, allowing users to lower installed costs and boost overall performance.
Embrace Global
Series A in 2013
Embrace Innovations is a Bengaluru-based healthcare technology company focused on developing innovative and affordable medical devices for emerging markets. The company specializes in creating solutions to improve maternal and child health, notably through its flagship product, the Embrace Nest, a portable infant warmer designed for low birth-weight and premature babies. This device offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional incubators, priced at less than 1% of typical incubator solutions, aiming to reduce the high mortality rate among premature infants. In addition to its existing products, Embrace conducts research and development to foster new low-cost healthcare innovations, addressing critical needs in underserved communities.
Impossible Foods
Series B in 2013
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Impossible Foods
Series A in 2013
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Stion
Private Equity Round in 2012
Stion Corporation is a manufacturer of thin-film solar modules, established in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a manufacturing facility in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The company specializes in developing high-efficiency solar modules that offer reduced material and processing costs, enhancing their power output and reliability. Stion’s products are designed for a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, utility, and off-grid uses. The company markets its solar modules through a network of authorized dealers both in the United States and internationally. By utilizing innovative cell architecture and all-weather construction, Stion aims to lower the overall costs of electricity and improve the efficiency of solar power generation.
Transonic Combustion
Series D in 2012
Transonic Combustion, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, specializes in advanced fuel injection systems designed to enhance the efficiency of modern automotive engines. The company's TSCi™ fuel delivery technology is tailored for global automotive manufacturers, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and performance in various engine platforms. Transonic Combustion is backed by notable venture capital firms, including Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon, and Saints Capital, indicating strong investor confidence in its innovative approach to fuel technology.
Arcanum Alloys
Series A in 2012
Arcanum Alloys is a materials company focused on developing and producing advanced metal alloys and their processing methods. It integrates technologies from diverse high-tech industries to create new alloy classes that aim to reduce total manufacturing costs, shorten lead times, and improve performance for customers in the appliance, home, and architectural sectors. The company pursues metallurgical innovations, including heat treatments and spatial segregation of elements, to enable alloyed products with enhanced functionality and lower energy consumption. Based in Sunnyvale, California, Arcanum Alloys seeks to redefine metallurgical processes across manufacturing industries.
NanoH2O
Venture Round in 2012
NanoH2O is a manufacturer specializing in advanced reverse osmosis membranes designed for water desalination and reuse. The company enhances traditional polymer-based membranes by incorporating a nano-structured material, which improves key membrane properties such as throughput, salt and contaminant rejection, and fouling resistance. NanoH2O's membranes are suitable for various applications, including seawater and brackish water desalination, as well as wastewater reclamation. By focusing on these innovations, the company aims to lower the costs associated with desalination while simultaneously enhancing energy efficiency and productivity in water treatment processes.
Virdia
Debt Financing in 2012
Virdia, formerly known as HCL CleanTech, is a prominent developer specializing in the conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into cellulosic sugars and lignin for applications in the renewable chemicals, bio-energy, and nutrition sectors. Utilizing its proprietary CASE™ process, the company transforms a diverse range of feedstocks, including wood, energy crops, and agricultural residues, into highly refined sugars and lignin. This innovative low-temperature process achieves high yields of sugars from biomass while maintaining a minimal environmental impact through the near complete recycling of acids and solvents used during production. Virdia is guided by an experienced management team with extensive backgrounds in corn processing, chemicals, and biochemicals.
Driptech India Pvt
Series A in 2012
Driptech India Pvt is an international water technologies company headquartered in Silicon Valley, with additional offices in Pune and Beijing. The company specializes in developing affordable and high-quality drip irrigation systems tailored for small-plot farmers. Utilizing proprietary manufacturing systems, Driptech produces easy-to-use and maintenance-free irrigation solutions that enhance water efficiency for agricultural use. Its products are distributed through various channels, including local governments, corporate partners, and NGOs, primarily in India and China. By enabling farmers to optimize limited water resources, Driptech supports the cultivation of high-value crops, thereby contributing to improved agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Stion
Private Equity Round in 2011
Stion Corporation is a manufacturer of thin-film solar modules, established in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a manufacturing facility in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The company specializes in developing high-efficiency solar modules that offer reduced material and processing costs, enhancing their power output and reliability. Stion’s products are designed for a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, utility, and off-grid uses. The company markets its solar modules through a network of authorized dealers both in the United States and internationally. By utilizing innovative cell architecture and all-weather construction, Stion aims to lower the overall costs of electricity and improve the efficiency of solar power generation.
NanoH2O
Venture Round in 2011
NanoH2O is a manufacturer specializing in advanced reverse osmosis membranes designed for water desalination and reuse. The company enhances traditional polymer-based membranes by incorporating a nano-structured material, which improves key membrane properties such as throughput, salt and contaminant rejection, and fouling resistance. NanoH2O's membranes are suitable for various applications, including seawater and brackish water desalination, as well as wastewater reclamation. By focusing on these innovations, the company aims to lower the costs associated with desalination while simultaneously enhancing energy efficiency and productivity in water treatment processes.
Soraa
Series B in 2011
Soraa is a cleantech startup specializing in LED technology and lasers, with a focus on producing high-quality, natural light. The company has pioneered full-spectrum color rendering LED light using proprietary technology manufactured in California. Soraa's products are designed to enhance well-being, productivity, and emotional states by mimicking natural light indoors. The company conducts research to develop insights and expertise for delivering breakthrough lighting solutions.
Impossible Foods
Series A in 2011
Impossible Foods Inc. is a Redwood City, California-based company that specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company utilizes a combination of natural ingredients, including proteins, fats, amino acids, and vitamins sourced from greens, seeds, and grains, to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats and dairy. Its product lineup includes items such as burgers and pork alternatives, which are marketed as healthier options for consumers. Impossible Foods distributes its products through various channels, including restaurants and online platforms in the United States.
Arcanum Alloys
Seed Round in 2011
Arcanum Alloys is a materials company focused on developing and producing advanced metal alloys and their processing methods. It integrates technologies from diverse high-tech industries to create new alloy classes that aim to reduce total manufacturing costs, shorten lead times, and improve performance for customers in the appliance, home, and architectural sectors. The company pursues metallurgical innovations, including heat treatments and spatial segregation of elements, to enable alloyed products with enhanced functionality and lower energy consumption. Based in Sunnyvale, California, Arcanum Alloys seeks to redefine metallurgical processes across manufacturing industries.
Touchstone Semiconductor
Series A in 2011
Touchstone Semiconductor is a designer and manufacturer of high-performance analog integrated circuits (ICs) headquartered in Milpitas, California. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on creating innovative solutions that address critical challenges faced by electronics companies. Touchstone's proprietary products are distinguished by their unique combination of features and performance, setting them apart in the analog market. Additionally, their second-source products are pin-compatible and specification identical to competitive offerings, providing valuable alternatives for customers in need of hard-to-secure sole-sourced products.
Stion
Series D in 2010
Stion Corporation is a manufacturer of thin-film solar modules, established in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a manufacturing facility in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The company specializes in developing high-efficiency solar modules that offer reduced material and processing costs, enhancing their power output and reliability. Stion’s products are designed for a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, utility, and off-grid uses. The company markets its solar modules through a network of authorized dealers both in the United States and internationally. By utilizing innovative cell architecture and all-weather construction, Stion aims to lower the overall costs of electricity and improve the efficiency of solar power generation.
Nordic Windpower
Series C in 2010
Nordic’s N1000, a simple, light-weight 1MW wind turbine is known for its unsurpassed ease of installation and maintenance, exceptional reliability, and low cost of energy generation.
Nordic Windpower is a technology developer and manufacturer of innovative, two-bladed wind turbines for the rapidly expanding global wind market.
Virdia
Series A in 2009
Virdia, formerly known as HCL CleanTech, is a prominent developer specializing in the conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into cellulosic sugars and lignin for applications in the renewable chemicals, bio-energy, and nutrition sectors. Utilizing its proprietary CASE™ process, the company transforms a diverse range of feedstocks, including wood, energy crops, and agricultural residues, into highly refined sugars and lignin. This innovative low-temperature process achieves high yields of sugars from biomass while maintaining a minimal environmental impact through the near complete recycling of acids and solvents used during production. Virdia is guided by an experienced management team with extensive backgrounds in corn processing, chemicals, and biochemicals.
Transonic Combustion
Series C in 2009
Transonic Combustion, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, specializes in advanced fuel injection systems designed to enhance the efficiency of modern automotive engines. The company's TSCi™ fuel delivery technology is tailored for global automotive manufacturers, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and performance in various engine platforms. Transonic Combustion is backed by notable venture capital firms, including Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon, and Saints Capital, indicating strong investor confidence in its innovative approach to fuel technology.
Draths
Series C in 2009
Draths Corporation is a pioneering chemical company dedicated to producing biobased materials for various applications, including nylons, plastics, paints, and resins. By leveraging proprietary technologies that combine metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, and chemical synthesis, the company transforms renewable feedstocks into primary chemical ingredients. Its product offerings include shikimic acid, aminoshikimic acid, quinic acid, butanetriol, phloroglucinol, caprolactam, vanillin, myo-inositol, dehydroshikimic acid, gallic acid, pyrogallol, and tetrahydroxybenzene. Draths focuses on environmentally friendly processes that significantly reduce carbon footprints while maintaining cost-effectiveness, thereby providing sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based chemicals used in everyday products.
Lumenz
Venture Round in 2008
LumenZ, Inc is a Boston-based opto-electronic and efficient LED company.
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Nanostellar
Series E in 2008
Nanostellar, Inc. develops precious-metals containing materials for the automotive and stationary power industries, enabling these industries to meet stringent diesel emissions-control requirements mandated in Europe, the U.S. and Asia.
The company delivers nano-engineered catalyst materials that reduce exhaust emissions and increase effectiveness of precious metals in these catalysts by 25%-30%. Nanostellar's Rational Catalyst Design methodology combines computation materials science, novel synthesis and chemical engineering to aid in the rapid development of new materials.
Soraa
Venture Round in 2008
Soraa is a cleantech startup specializing in LED technology and lasers, with a focus on producing high-quality, natural light. The company has pioneered full-spectrum color rendering LED light using proprietary technology manufactured in California. Soraa's products are designed to enhance well-being, productivity, and emotional states by mimicking natural light indoors. The company conducts research to develop insights and expertise for delivering breakthrough lighting solutions.
Transonic Combustion
Series B in 2008
Transonic Combustion, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, specializes in advanced fuel injection systems designed to enhance the efficiency of modern automotive engines. The company's TSCi™ fuel delivery technology is tailored for global automotive manufacturers, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and performance in various engine platforms. Transonic Combustion is backed by notable venture capital firms, including Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon, and Saints Capital, indicating strong investor confidence in its innovative approach to fuel technology.
Draths
Series B in 2007
Draths Corporation is a pioneering chemical company dedicated to producing biobased materials for various applications, including nylons, plastics, paints, and resins. By leveraging proprietary technologies that combine metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, and chemical synthesis, the company transforms renewable feedstocks into primary chemical ingredients. Its product offerings include shikimic acid, aminoshikimic acid, quinic acid, butanetriol, phloroglucinol, caprolactam, vanillin, myo-inositol, dehydroshikimic acid, gallic acid, pyrogallol, and tetrahydroxybenzene. Draths focuses on environmentally friendly processes that significantly reduce carbon footprints while maintaining cost-effectiveness, thereby providing sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based chemicals used in everyday products.
Stion
Series B in 2007
Stion Corporation is a manufacturer of thin-film solar modules, established in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a manufacturing facility in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The company specializes in developing high-efficiency solar modules that offer reduced material and processing costs, enhancing their power output and reliability. Stion’s products are designed for a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, utility, and off-grid uses. The company markets its solar modules through a network of authorized dealers both in the United States and internationally. By utilizing innovative cell architecture and all-weather construction, Stion aims to lower the overall costs of electricity and improve the efficiency of solar power generation.
NanoH2O
Venture Round in 2007
NanoH2O is a manufacturer specializing in advanced reverse osmosis membranes designed for water desalination and reuse. The company enhances traditional polymer-based membranes by incorporating a nano-structured material, which improves key membrane properties such as throughput, salt and contaminant rejection, and fouling resistance. NanoH2O's membranes are suitable for various applications, including seawater and brackish water desalination, as well as wastewater reclamation. By focusing on these innovations, the company aims to lower the costs associated with desalination while simultaneously enhancing energy efficiency and productivity in water treatment processes.
Codon Devices
Series B in 2006
Codon Devices is a biotechnology company that develops, builds, and supplies synthetic biology products for research. It creates synthetic biological parts and offers a BioLOGIC Engineering Platform that integrates design algorithms with assay and protein engineering to design, discover, and optimize proteins for specific applications. The company also operates a BioFAB Production Platform that manufactures synthetic genes.
Stion
Series A in 2006
Stion Corporation is a manufacturer of thin-film solar modules, established in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a manufacturing facility in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The company specializes in developing high-efficiency solar modules that offer reduced material and processing costs, enhancing their power output and reliability. Stion’s products are designed for a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, utility, and off-grid uses. The company markets its solar modules through a network of authorized dealers both in the United States and internationally. By utilizing innovative cell architecture and all-weather construction, Stion aims to lower the overall costs of electricity and improve the efficiency of solar power generation.
Nanostellar
Series A in 2004
Nanostellar, Inc. develops precious-metals containing materials for the automotive and stationary power industries, enabling these industries to meet stringent diesel emissions-control requirements mandated in Europe, the U.S. and Asia.
The company delivers nano-engineered catalyst materials that reduce exhaust emissions and increase effectiveness of precious metals in these catalysts by 25%-30%. Nanostellar's Rational Catalyst Design methodology combines computation materials science, novel synthesis and chemical engineering to aid in the rapid development of new materials.
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