Breakthrough Energy Ventures

Breakthrough Energy Ventures is an investor-led venture capital firm based in Kirkland, Washington, focused on climate and energy technology. It makes minority investments across seed, early, and later stages in companies delivering environmental services, climate technology, and cleantech solutions. The firm seeks scalable technologies that provide reliable, affordable power while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports innovations that address energy access, infrastructure, and transportation needs. Its mission emphasizes patient, impact-oriented investing to accelerate the transition to low-emission energy systems.

Bunmi Adekore

Investor

Tara Bansal

Investor

Gaëtan Bonhomme

Investor

Jim Cabot

Managing Director

Bhargavi Chevva

Investor

Past deals in Industrial Engineering

Boston Metal

Series C in 2023
Boston Metal is a metallurgy company specializing in reducing the carbon footprint of steel production. It offers industrial-scale solutions using its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process, enabling greener and more efficient metal production.

ClearFlame Engines

Series B in 2023
ClearFlame Engines, Inc. develops and manufactures innovative engines for heavy-duty applications, focusing on decarbonizing the industry by replacing traditional diesel engines. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois, the company serves diverse markets, including marine, agriculture, transportation, power generation, rail, and construction. ClearFlame's patented technology allows heavy-duty engine manufacturers to produce engines that offer higher performance and lower operating costs, providing significant fuel cost savings for their customers. The company's mission is to address the environmental challenges posed by diesel fuel while enhancing engine efficiency and affordability.

Electra

Venture Round in 2022
Electra is a company dedicated to revolutionizing iron and steel production by significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. It specializes in alternative steelmaking technology that employs innovative electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes. By electrifying and decarbonizing the steelmaking process, Electra enables the production of low-carbon clean iron from various ores and renewable energy sources. This approach not only minimizes the environmental impact associated with traditional steel production but also helps companies lower energy intensity and costs, promoting sustainability within the industry.

ClearFlame Engines

Series A in 2021
ClearFlame Engines, Inc. develops and manufactures innovative engines for heavy-duty applications, focusing on decarbonizing the industry by replacing traditional diesel engines. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois, the company serves diverse markets, including marine, agriculture, transportation, power generation, rail, and construction. ClearFlame's patented technology allows heavy-duty engine manufacturers to produce engines that offer higher performance and lower operating costs, providing significant fuel cost savings for their customers. The company's mission is to address the environmental challenges posed by diesel fuel while enhancing engine efficiency and affordability.

Electric Hydrogen

Series A in 2021
Electric Hydrogen is a company focused on deep decarbonization by developing low-cost, high-efficiency systems for producing fossil-free hydrogen. The company targets industrial sectors such as ammonia and steel production, which contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. By rethinking electrolysis technology from scratch, Electric Hydrogen aims to make clean hydrogen competitive with traditional methods in terms of cost and scale. Their advanced PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) technology uses renewable electricity to generate clean hydrogen gas, reducing industrial pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. The company's leadership team brings extensive experience from pioneering clean energy companies like Tesla and First Solar, positioning Electric Hydrogen as a strong contender in the quest for zero-emission industrial processes.

Boston Metal

Series B in 2021
Boston Metal is a metallurgy company specializing in reducing the carbon footprint of steel production. It offers industrial-scale solutions using its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process, enabling greener and more efficient metal production.

enVerid Systems

Series B in 2020
Enverid Systems, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and manufacturing solutions for indoor air quality and energy efficiency in buildings globally. The company offers HVAC load reduction modules designed to eliminate molecular contaminants such as carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and formaldehyde from indoor air. Enverid's technology includes automated regeneration and outside air management, enhancing indoor air treatment. Additionally, the company provides sorbent cartridges that capture various pollutants, including ozone and aldehydes. Its products cater to a wide range of applications in settings such as schools, hospitals, residences, and transportation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Westwood, Massachusetts, Enverid Systems also has offices in Boston, Houston, Tampa, and Shanghai. It operates as a subsidiary of Tadiran Holdings Ltd.

Boston Metal

Series A in 2019
Boston Metal is a metallurgy company specializing in reducing the carbon footprint of steel production. It offers industrial-scale solutions using its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process, enabling greener and more efficient metal production.
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