Zoma Capital

Zoma Capital is an investment firm focused on market-based sustainable solutions that tackle environmental and social challenges. The firm targets various sectors, primarily concentrating on energy, water, and regional economic resiliency in locations such as Chile and Colorado. Its investment portfolio is diverse, encompassing multiple asset classes and sectors, all aimed at fostering sustainable development and addressing pressing global issues. By prioritizing innovative approaches, Zoma Capital seeks to contribute to a more resilient and sustainable future.

Ben Walton

Co-Founder and Principal

25 past transactions

ConnectDER

Series D in 2024
ConnectDER is a solar technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded in 2011. It specializes in designing and manufacturing meter collars that facilitate the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar photovoltaic systems, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging to residential homes and the grid. By transforming the electricity meter socket into an interconnection point, ConnectDER enhances the integration and management of DERs. The company also offers ConnectDER Cloud, a system that allows fleet operators to access metering data, manage operational parameters, and control firmware remotely. This technology improves the efficiency and resilience of home energy systems while benefiting users, the grid, and the environment.

Urbint

Series C in 2024
Urbint is a technology company that develops a field risk management platform aimed at enhancing safety for workers and critical infrastructure. By utilizing real-world data and artificial intelligence, Urbint's software predicts potential threats, providing decision-makers with insights about risks up to a week in advance. This proactive approach allows utilities and infrastructure operators to take timely actions to prevent incidents, thereby protecting their workers, assets, and the communities they serve. Many leading energy and infrastructure companies in North America rely on Urbint's solutions to ensure a safer and more resilient operational environment.

LevelTen Energy

Series D in 2024
LevelTen Energy is a Seattle-based company that operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace platform. Founded in 2016, it facilitates connections between corporate and industrial power buyers and utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. The platform enables these buyers to access power purchase agreements (PPAs), providing financial security through fixed-price renewables and the economic advantages of large-scale projects. LevelTen Energy equips renewable energy buyers, advisors, and sellers with tools and services to expedite better deals.

LineVision

Series C in 2022
LineVision, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing advanced transmission line monitoring systems for electric utilities. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, LineVision offers a patented non-contact sensor technology that enables real-time monitoring and analytics of overhead power lines. This system provides crucial insights into the health and performance of transmission lines, allowing utilities to enhance capacity, reliability, and safety without the need for scheduled outages or specialized installation equipment. Key features of LineVision's platform include asset management, dynamic line ratings, and a secure web interface for data and analytics. By leveraging these capabilities, LineVision supports utility partners in their efforts to improve grid resilience and facilitate the energy transition.

2020 Mom

Grant in 2022
2020 Mom is a social service organization that closes gaps in maternal mental health care through education, advocacy, and collaboration.

UtilityAPI

Series A in 2022
UtilityAPI, Inc., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakland, California, specializes in developing software and services that automatically collect utility bill and usage data from various utility web portals. The company's mission is to facilitate standardized data transactions for the evolving energy economy. UtilityAPI's tools are utilized by hundreds of companies for tasks such as quote generation, feasibility analyses, and asset management, measurement, and verification. By enabling secure sharing of electric utility data, UtilityAPI supports innovators and property managers in evaluating and validating energy usage and savings.

NextStep

Venture Round in 2021
NextStep is an information technology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing training and job placement services through a mobile application platform. The company's platform offers online certified nursing assistant (CNA) training and placement programs, as well as recruitment, training, and placement for various entry-level healthcare jobs such as community health workers, home health aides, and medical assistants. This enables individuals to quickly and affordably reskill themselves while helping employers in the healthcare sector find skilled employees.

SonderMind

Series C in 2021
SonderMind is a Denver-based digital health company established in 2017, specializing in accessible and approachable mental health services. It operates an online platform that connects individuals with a network of licensed therapists, offering a range of services including video telehealth and in-person sessions. SonderMind focuses on various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD, among others. The company aims to streamline the process of finding and accessing mental health care, ensuring a good match between clients and therapists, while also supporting therapists by handling administrative and billing tasks.

NotCo

Series D in 2021
NotCo is a food technology company based in Macul, Chile, founded in 2015. The company specializes in creating plant-based alternatives to traditional animal-based products, including mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, NotCo develops innovative food systems that replicate the taste, texture, color, and aroma of meat and dairy products while employing ingredients such as pineapple, coconut, cabbage, peas, bamboo, beets, chickpeas, and various seeds. By doing so, NotCo provides consumers with nutritious options that offer fiber, calcium, and protein derived from vegetables, making its products available through various retailers in Chile.

LineVision

Series B in 2021
LineVision, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing advanced transmission line monitoring systems for electric utilities. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, LineVision offers a patented non-contact sensor technology that enables real-time monitoring and analytics of overhead power lines. This system provides crucial insights into the health and performance of transmission lines, allowing utilities to enhance capacity, reliability, and safety without the need for scheduled outages or specialized installation equipment. Key features of LineVision's platform include asset management, dynamic line ratings, and a secure web interface for data and analytics. By leveraging these capabilities, LineVision supports utility partners in their efforts to improve grid resilience and facilitate the energy transition.

NextStep

Venture Round in 2021
NextStep is an information technology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing training and job placement services through a mobile application platform. The company's platform offers online certified nursing assistant (CNA) training and placement programs, as well as recruitment, training, and placement for various entry-level healthcare jobs such as community health workers, home health aides, and medical assistants. This enables individuals to quickly and affordably reskill themselves while helping employers in the healthcare sector find skilled employees.

Techtonic

Series B in 2019
Techtonic Group is a comprehensive software development services company based in Boulder, Colorado. It addresses client system development challenges by offering a range of services, including application development, upgrades to existing applications, and software maintenance. The company prides itself on its onshore team, which consists of talent trained in-house through a Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program and coding boot camps. This approach allows Techtonic to deliver effective and efficient development solutions that meet clients' needs in a timely manner and within budget.

Credly

Series A in 2019
Credly, Inc. operates a digital credentialing platform that verifies, shares, and manages digital badges and credentials, representing a wide array of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company serves educational institutions, companies, and professional associations, facilitating a common understanding of individuals' knowledge and competencies. Credly's platform is utilized by thousands of employers and training organizations to transform learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted, portable digital credentials. The company provides tools that generate data-driven insights to help organizations identify skills gaps and enhance talent management. With its intuitive dashboard and achievement recognition system, Credly supports businesses in making informed hiring decisions, delivering engaging training, and retaining skilled members.

Mursion

Series A in 2019
Mursion, Inc. is a company that specializes in virtual reality training designed to enhance interpersonal skills in professional environments. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Mursion offers a platform that combines artificial intelligence with live actors to create immersive and personalized simulations. These simulations allow professionals across various sectors, including healthcare, education, hospitality, and finance, to engage in realistic workplace scenarios and practice navigating complex interpersonal exchanges. By providing a safe space for individuals to take risks and learn from challenging interactions, Mursion aims to improve day-to-day performance and professional development. The company was formerly known as AMITIES, INC. until it rebranded in May 2015.

Techtonic

Series A in 2018
Techtonic Group is a comprehensive software development services company based in Boulder, Colorado. It addresses client system development challenges by offering a range of services, including application development, upgrades to existing applications, and software maintenance. The company prides itself on its onshore team, which consists of talent trained in-house through a Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program and coding boot camps. This approach allows Techtonic to deliver effective and efficient development solutions that meet clients' needs in a timely manner and within budget.

Tendril

Venture Round in 2018
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.

AMP Solar Group

Funding Round in 2018
AMP Solar Group is a company that specializes in the development, ownership, and operation of renewable energy projects aimed at utility-scale distribution. It focuses on the generation and storage of clean energy, utilizing an infrastructure that is enhanced by proprietary technology and data analytics. By employing advanced risk management tools, AMP Solar Group delivers dispatchable, affordable, and resilient power solutions that not only meet the needs of its customers but also contribute to the reliability and security of the energy grid. The company's efforts support the broader global transition towards sustainable energy sources.

Guzman Energy

Private Equity Round in 2018
Guzman Energy LLC is an energy company based in Coral Gables, Florida, specializing in the wholesale supply and trading of power across North America. The company focuses on providing affordable and reliable energy solutions tailored to the specific needs of communities, including cooperatives, municipalities, businesses, and tribes. Guzman Energy employs a diverse portfolio of owned and contracted energy sources, utilizing trading expertise and advanced quantitative modeling to create optimized energy plans. The company's mission is to help its clients achieve lower rates and price stability while promoting environmentally sustainable energy practices.

Techtonic

Series A in 2018
Techtonic Group is a comprehensive software development services company based in Boulder, Colorado. It addresses client system development challenges by offering a range of services, including application development, upgrades to existing applications, and software maintenance. The company prides itself on its onshore team, which consists of talent trained in-house through a Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program and coding boot camps. This approach allows Techtonic to deliver effective and efficient development solutions that meet clients' needs in a timely manner and within budget.

Pairin

Convertible Note in 2018
Pairin, Inc. is a Denver-based technology company established in 2012, focused on workforce process management. It offers a platform that personalizes career exploration, job matching, and skill development tailored for education, workforce programs, and government entities. The company's solutions include PAIRIN Hiring, which helps organizations identify top-performing applicants; PAIRIN Pro, which matches individuals to suitable job profiles and training programs while pinpointing skill gaps and providing resources for skill enhancement; and PAIRIN Personalizes, a tool aimed at developing soft skills. Through its industry-independent, cloud-based system, Pairin integrates soft skills development and matching into various programs, enabling clients to set specific outcomes and achieve their professional goals.

Keystone Tower Systems

Venture Round in 2017
Keystone Tower Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer and installer of wind turbine steel towers, utilizing an innovative spiral welding process. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, the company conducts all rolling and welding operations in-house. This advanced manufacturing technique enables the production of larger towers that can support next-generation turbines, significantly lowering costs for both onshore and offshore installations. Additionally, Keystone's towers are designed to reach greater heights, allowing turbines to harness stronger winds for enhanced energy absorption.

Kuepa Edutech

Venture Round in 2017
Kuepa operates an online educational platform based in Cuauhtemoc, Mexico, providing a range of programs designed to enhance learning opportunities for students. It offers online bachelor's degrees, technical work programs, and accelerated high school completion options. Additionally, Kuepa provides various online courses, training programs, and certificates for both public and private sectors. The platform allows students to study remotely or in person, featuring modern digital educational content. Kuepa specifically caters to adults seeking to complete their secondary education in a fast, convenient, and economical manner. A dedicated team of teachers supports the educational experience by developing and delivering content, offering online tutoring, and providing personalized guidance for each student.

Jetti Resources

Series A in 2017
Jetti Resources, established in 2014 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in developing hydrometallurgical technologies for extracting metals from mineral ores. Its proprietary catalytic technology is primarily used to recover copper from low-grade primary sulfides like chalcopyrite, addressing a significant global resource recovery challenge cost-effectively and responsibly. Additionally, Jetti's technology can be applied to other minerals such as zinc and nickel sulfides, expanding its potential impact on the mining industry.

Generac Grid Services

Series B in 2017
Generac Grid Services specializes in advanced energy grid software that supports the energy industry by optimizing energy distribution and managing electric vehicle (EV) loads. The company utilizes a real-time energy-balancing platform designed to enhance the operational stability of power grids by effectively harnessing distributed energy resources, including flexible loads, energy storage, and renewable energy sources. Generac Grid Services provides essential tools for energy retailers and utilities, enabling them to dynamically optimize and dispatch resources to meet the real-time demands of the power system. By leveraging this technology, the company addresses the complexities associated with increasingly variable energy assets and evolving market opportunities, thereby enhancing overall grid reliability and efficiency.
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