Elemental Impact

Elemental Impact is a consulting organization established in 2009, dedicated to promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship within the business sector. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, it focuses on initiatives that encourage waste reduction, recycling, and efficient resource utilization across various industries. By providing resources, tools, and guidance, Elemental Impact assists companies in adopting sustainable practices that enhance operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. The organization emphasizes the importance of equity and access in climate solutions, filling critical gaps in funding innovative climate technologies for real-world applications. Through collaboration, education, and advocacy, Elemental Impact aims to cultivate a culture of sustainability and create a positive impact on the planet.

Danya Hakeem

Managing Director, Portfolio

Kimberly Morris

Senior Director of Innovation

Mitch Rubin

Director of Innovation

Joshua Stanbro

Deputy Director, Policy Lab

Past deals in Renewables

Capture6

Series A in 2025
Capture6 specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative carbon dioxide removal technologies aimed at addressing climate change. The company utilizes electrochemical processes to convert seawater into a solution that captures CO2 from the atmosphere and deposits it into the ocean, thereby enhancing ocean health. This approach not only facilitates the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also offers economic benefits by enabling businesses, governments, and communities to decarbonize their operations effectively. By repurposing existing industrial-scale technologies, Capture6 provides scalable solutions that contribute to environmental sustainability while improving livelihoods.

Nitricity

Venture Round in 2025
Nitricity is an energy company focused on the production of renewable nitrogen fertilizers with zero carbon emissions. It specializes in creating electrified, climate-smart fertilizers, specifically nitric acid and ammonia, which can be utilized independently or together to produce ammonium nitrate fertilizer. This innovative approach aims to bring high-quality fertilizer products closer to farmers, allowing them to minimize wasteful runoff and optimize fertilizer application timing based on field readiness. By enhancing nitrogen delivery capabilities, Nitricity supports sustainable agricultural practices and contributes to environmentally responsible farming worldwide.

Origen

Series A in 2025
Origen Carbon Solutions specializes in scalable limestone-based direct air capture technology aimed at permanently reducing atmospheric CO2 levels. By leveraging the properties of limestone, the company focuses on carbon removal and industrial applications that allow for the efficient sequestration of carbon dioxide. Origen's innovative platform transforms limestone into lime and high-purity CO2, providing an economically viable method for industries to remove carbon dioxide from the air. Through collaboration with various stakeholders, Origen strives to restore the atmosphere and address the impacts of climate change.

MetOx Technologies

Convertible Note in 2024
MetOx Technologies is a manufacturer of high-temperature superconducting (HTS) wire, utilizing YBCO to facilitate the efficient transmission of electricity. This technology allows for the transmission of large amounts of electricity with minimal cross-sectional area, eliminating electrical loss and heat generation during operation. MetOx employs a proprietary one-pass metal-organic chemical vapor deposition process for the production of buffer and superconductor layers, enhancing the quality and cost-effectiveness of its HTS wire. The applications of this advanced wire include upgrading transmission and distribution lines, supporting magnetic confinement fusion reactors, and developing next-generation MRI scanners, as well as use in wind turbines.

Seabound

Convertible Note in 2024
Seabound specializes in carbon capture technology aimed at reducing CO2 emissions from cargo ships. The company has developed a system that can be integrated into existing ships, allowing these vessels to capture emissions directly from exhaust and convert the carbon dioxide into a solid form. This solid carbon can either be stored for future use or sold for various applications. Additionally, Seabound's technology can process carbon dioxide on land, producing limestone that can be sold or heated to generate calcium oxide for secondary recycling. By providing innovative solutions for both maritime and land-based carbon capture, Seabound contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and pollution in the shipping industry.

Aspiring Materials

Convertible Note in 2024
Aspiring Materials specializes in carbon capture technology by extracting mineral products from silicate rocks. The company utilizes magnesium hydroxide, a mineral found within these rocks, to create a powdery substance capable of removing and solidifying carbon dioxide emissions directly at their source, such as in factory exhaust systems. This innovative approach not only aids in reducing industrial carbon dioxide emissions but also contributes to the development of sustainable products for the construction industry. Through its unique process, Aspiring Materials addresses environmental challenges and promotes more sustainable industrial practices.

Noon Energy

Convertible Note in 2024
Noon Energy is a company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing innovative flow battery technology for long-duration energy storage. Founded in 2018, the company aims to make intermittent renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, more reliable by providing on-demand power. Its rechargeable battery utilizes low-cost energy storage media that separates energy and power capacity, enabling efficient long-duration storage without the need for mining precious metals. This approach supports the scaling of renewable electricity supplies, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels, minimizing pollution, and lowering emissions.

Klim

Convertible Note in 2024
Klim enables farmers to transition to regenerative agriculture at scale by providing them financial support, knowledge, documentation tools, and a community via our digital companion for farmers. Klim-verified carbon removal credits, generated by Klim farmers, help companies to transition to net zero by offsetting their carbon emissions locally and with maximum impact and transparency.

Found Energy

Convertible Note in 2024
Found Energy is a renewable energy company focused on transforming aluminum into a renewable energy carrier. The company specializes in recovering aluminum waste from landfills and employs a carbon-free process to generate hydrogen on demand, achieving production costs under $0.50 per kilogram. This process yields hydrogen with five times the volumetric energy density of liquid hydrogen, making it a viable alternative to fossil fuels. By providing a sustainable energy solution, Found Energy aims to support heavy industries in their transition to renewable energy sources while maintaining competitive pricing and energy efficiency.

Applied Carbon

Series A in 2024
Applied Carbon is focused on innovative technology that aims to regenerate soils and capture atmospheric carbon for environmental benefit. The company develops mobile pyrolysis systems capable of producing biochar, a charcoal-like substance created from agricultural waste. These systems are designed to operate on-site in urban and peri-urban areas, where they convert biomass waste efficiently. By addressing degraded or blighted land, Applied Carbon's approach not only facilitates organic waste disposal but also enhances soil quality through improved nutrient and water retention, while simultaneously sequestering carbon permanently.

Dimensional Energy

Series A in 2023
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on pioneering artificial photosynthesis to create environmentally friendly polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops technology that utilizes and distributes sunlight in scalable reactor systems, effectively capturing and converting carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuels. By employing innovative waveguides, Dimensional Energy ensures even distribution of sunlight within its reactors, enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules through functionalized catalysts. This approach aims to provide viable solar fuels, addressing critical energy needs while promoting sustainability.

SunFi

Convertible Note in 2023
Developer of an energy financial technology platform designed to provide information on payment plans for solar installations. The company's platform helps to provide personalized payment plans, installation support, after-sale service, and a wide range of repayment plans along with a tracker for schedules and invoice downloads, enabling users to access payment structures that match their needs.

Ebb Carbon

Convertible Note in 2023
Ebb Carbon specializes in carbon removal technology that focuses on capturing atmospheric carbon dioxide through a reverse electrochemical ocean deacidification process. By utilizing low-carbon electricity, the company pumps acid out of the ocean, enhancing its natural ability to safely store carbon dioxide while simultaneously reducing ocean acidity. This innovative approach aims to provide a safe, scalable, and cost-effective solution for removing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Ebb Carbon's method represents a promising advancement in addressing climate change and improving ocean health.

Capture6

Convertible Note in 2023
Capture6 specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative carbon dioxide removal technologies aimed at addressing climate change. The company utilizes electrochemical processes to convert seawater into a solution that captures CO2 from the atmosphere and deposits it into the ocean, thereby enhancing ocean health. This approach not only facilitates the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also offers economic benefits by enabling businesses, governments, and communities to decarbonize their operations effectively. By repurposing existing industrial-scale technologies, Capture6 provides scalable solutions that contribute to environmental sustainability while improving livelihoods.

Kelvin

Convertible Note in 2023
Kelvin operates as an energy management and electrification platform specifically designed for radiator-heated buildings. Its innovative system features smart thermostatic radiator enclosures, known as Cozys, which are networked to central heating controls. This technology aims to minimize fuel waste, lower building emissions, and enhance tenant comfort. Kelvin's hybrid electrification platform allows buildings to electrify a significant portion of their heating requirements at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional methods. By optimizing heating fuel sources based on energy pricing and building conditions, Kelvin's technology helps radiator-heated buildings meet stringent emission caps efficiently. The company's solutions have been validated to provide substantial savings on heating costs and have received multiple recognitions for innovation in energy management.

Yard Stick

Convertible Note in 2023
Yard Stick specializes in measuring soil carbon to support climate-friendly agricultural practices. By addressing significant measurement challenges, the company has developed an innovative handheld device that evaluates carbon stocks and changes in real-time using VisNIR spectrometry. This technology allows for accurate detection of organic carbon levels, significantly reducing the cost of soil carbon measurement by over 90%. As a result, Yard Stick aims to enhance the adoption of evidence-based regenerative practices, which can improve soil health, increase farmers' income, and contribute to combating climate change. Through its advancements, Yard Stick seeks to create opportunities for both scientists and farmers to effectively manage soil carbon, thus facilitating a more sustainable agricultural future.

Allume Energy

Convertible Note in 2023
Allume Energy is a renewable technology company focused on enabling rooftop solar energy access for multifamily housing and apartments. The company has developed the SolShare, the first hardware solution that allows a single rooftop solar installation to be utilized by multiple residents within the same building. This innovative technology is designed to respond to demand, maximizing benefits for residents while minimizing excess solar energy exports to the grid. Allume Energy's system facilitates the sharing of solar power among residents in multi-metered buildings, capitalizing on varying usage patterns to provide equitable access to clean energy, economic savings, and a reduction in carbon footprints. The company has successfully installed its SolShare technology in Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Energy Dome

Series B in 2023
Energy Dome is an Italian company based in Lonate Pozzolo that specializes in long-duration electricity storage using liquid carbon dioxide. The company has developed a low-cost and efficient technology that employs a closed-loop thermodynamic process to store energy, making renewable power more dispatchable. By focusing on energy storage solutions, Energy Dome aims to facilitate the transition to renewable energy and contribute to the decarbonization of the energy industry. Its innovative approach seeks to address climate change challenges by significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, thereby promoting a more sustainable future.

Banyan Infrastructure

Series B in 2023
Banyan Infrastructure is a software platform focused on enhancing sustainable project financing through automation and streamlined workflows. It aims to simplify the complex processes involved in the origination, portfolio management, and compliance tracking of sustainable assets. By digitizing traditional methods, such as spreadsheets and emails, the platform enables financial institutions to manage renewable energy investments more efficiently and at scale. Banyan Infrastructure's solutions not only increase deal velocity and profits per investment but also ensure regulatory compliance, ultimately unlocking new opportunities in clean energy and infrastructure development. The emphasis on innovation and a seamless digital experience makes it a valuable tool for clients seeking to optimize their investment processes.

Forum Mobility

Series A in 2023
Forum Mobility specializes in providing zero-emission trucks and charging solutions for heavy-duty logistical operations. The company offers a single monthly fee for access to electric heavy-duty vehicles, alongside options for purchase and lease. Forum Mobility operates charging stations strategically located near ports and key drayage routes, ensuring availability during both night and day. By offering a comprehensive network of convenient and secure charging depots, the company facilitates the transition to electric-powered fleets, helping logistics operators reduce their carbon footprint and meet sustainability goals. This approach not only supports the shift towards emission-free transportation but also alleviates space constraints at operational facilities.

Forum Mobility

Venture Round in 2022
Forum Mobility specializes in providing zero-emission trucks and charging solutions for heavy-duty logistical operations. The company offers a single monthly fee for access to electric heavy-duty vehicles, alongside options for purchase and lease. Forum Mobility operates charging stations strategically located near ports and key drayage routes, ensuring availability during both night and day. By offering a comprehensive network of convenient and secure charging depots, the company facilitates the transition to electric-powered fleets, helping logistics operators reduce their carbon footprint and meet sustainability goals. This approach not only supports the shift towards emission-free transportation but also alleviates space constraints at operational facilities.

Energy Dome

Venture Round in 2022
Energy Dome is an Italian company based in Lonate Pozzolo that specializes in long-duration electricity storage using liquid carbon dioxide. The company has developed a low-cost and efficient technology that employs a closed-loop thermodynamic process to store energy, making renewable power more dispatchable. By focusing on energy storage solutions, Energy Dome aims to facilitate the transition to renewable energy and contribute to the decarbonization of the energy industry. Its innovative approach seeks to address climate change challenges by significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, thereby promoting a more sustainable future.

Vesta

Venture Round in 2022
Project Vesta is a non-profit working to galvanize the science of coastal enhanced weathering through accelerating one of the earth's natural processes of carbon sequestration, the carbonate–silicate cycle. This works by spreading olivine sand in coastal areas, where it removes CO2 from the atmosphere. Project Vesta is bringing 30 years of science to be tested in the real world - harnessing the power of the ocean to permanently sequester carbon - at under $20 per ton at scale.

Transaera

Venture Round in 2022
Transaera specializes in the development of energy-efficient cooling systems aimed at minimizing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The company employs an innovative desiccant material that effectively removes moisture from the air prior to the cooling process, enhancing indoor comfort. Its solutions are designed for both residential and commercial applications, providing affordable and environmentally friendly cooling options that improve indoor climate control. By reducing the energy demands typically associated with conventional air conditioning units, Transaera's technologies support greater productivity while also alleviating strain on local grid infrastructure and contributing to a more sustainable global climate.

Nitricity

Venture Round in 2022
Nitricity is an energy company focused on the production of renewable nitrogen fertilizers with zero carbon emissions. It specializes in creating electrified, climate-smart fertilizers, specifically nitric acid and ammonia, which can be utilized independently or together to produce ammonium nitrate fertilizer. This innovative approach aims to bring high-quality fertilizer products closer to farmers, allowing them to minimize wasteful runoff and optimize fertilizer application timing based on field readiness. By enhancing nitrogen delivery capabilities, Nitricity supports sustainable agricultural practices and contributes to environmentally responsible farming worldwide.

Banyan Infrastructure

Venture Round in 2022
Banyan Infrastructure is a software platform focused on enhancing sustainable project financing through automation and streamlined workflows. It aims to simplify the complex processes involved in the origination, portfolio management, and compliance tracking of sustainable assets. By digitizing traditional methods, such as spreadsheets and emails, the platform enables financial institutions to manage renewable energy investments more efficiently and at scale. Banyan Infrastructure's solutions not only increase deal velocity and profits per investment but also ensure regulatory compliance, ultimately unlocking new opportunities in clean energy and infrastructure development. The emphasis on innovation and a seamless digital experience makes it a valuable tool for clients seeking to optimize their investment processes.

Fervo Energy

Series C in 2022
Fervo Energy, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development and commercialization of next-generation geothermal power technology. The company focuses on owning, developing, and operating geothermal assets to generate clean, carbon-free energy in new locations. By leveraging innovations in geoscience, Fervo Energy aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future, positioning itself as a key player in the evolution of the electric grid. Its proprietary technology serves as a dispatchable foundation for achieving a fully clean energy system, enabling clients to enhance productivity and scalability in energy production.

OhmConnect

Series D in 2022
OhmConnect, Inc. is a software company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2013. It offers a platform that incentivizes users to reduce their household energy consumption during peak hours by converting energy savings into monetary compensation. Through real-time analytics and integration with energy markets, OhmConnect enables users to sell their energy reductions, thereby contributing to demand response efforts. In addition to its software services, the company also sells wireless smart plugs that allow users to remotely control appliances, further enhancing energy efficiency. By promoting energy conservation, OhmConnect helps users lower their electricity bills while supporting environmental sustainability.

Planet FWD

Series A in 2022
Planet FWD is a San Francisco-based company focused on creating snacks from regenerative ingredients to mitigate carbon emissions in the food system. By sourcing from farmers who employ carbon-capturing practices, the company aims to promote sustainable agriculture. Planet FWD also operates a regenerative food platform that connects brands with consumers interested in climate-friendly products. In addition to developing carbon-neutral food items, the company provides compostable packaging to further reduce consumers' carbon footprints. Furthermore, Planet FWD offers a carbon management platform that helps consumer brands measure their product or company emissions and develop customized plans for reducing their carbon impact, thereby fostering sustainability and enhancing consumer trust.

Nth Cycle

Venture Round in 2021
Nth Cycle is a metal processing technology company that focuses on recovering critical minerals through innovative electro-extraction methods. It collaborates with battery recyclers and mining operations to extract production-grade minerals from e-waste and low-grade mine tailings, offering a cleaner and more customizable alternative to traditional hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical processes. By utilizing its advanced recycling technology, Nth Cycle aims to reduce reliance on primary mining, thereby creating a sustainable secondary source of rare earth metals in the United States. This approach supports the manufacturing and recycling industries while contributing to advancements in clean energy.

Shyft Power Solutions

Venture Round in 2021
SHYFT Power Solutions, Inc. specializes in developing an integrated hardware and software platform that allows users to monitor and manage distributed energy resources (DERs). The company's primary product, Shyft, is a hybrid smart meter and transfer switch that facilitates energy management through Internet of Things (IoT) technology, streamlining the transition between the grid and backup power sources. SHYFT's software application enhances this capability by enabling real-time monitoring and control from mobile devices. The company targets markets facing challenges with energy resiliency, such as Nigeria, by promoting decentralized power systems that bypass traditional infrastructure. Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, California, SHYFT Power Solutions aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs for various stakeholders, including real estate developers and solar providers.

WeaveGrid

Venture Round in 2021
WeaveGrid is a technology company focused on facilitating the integration of electric vehicles (EV) with the power grid. By employing machine learning, optimization, and predictive analytics, WeaveGrid's software addresses the challenges associated with EV-grid integration for utility companies. This innovative solution not only enhances the incorporation of renewable energy resources but also aims to reduce costs for utility customers. The company's efforts support the broader goals of decarbonization in the transportation and power sectors, enabling utilities to safely and economically adapt to the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Dimensional Energy

Venture Round in 2021
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on pioneering artificial photosynthesis to create environmentally friendly polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops technology that utilizes and distributes sunlight in scalable reactor systems, effectively capturing and converting carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuels. By employing innovative waveguides, Dimensional Energy ensures even distribution of sunlight within its reactors, enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules through functionalized catalysts. This approach aims to provide viable solar fuels, addressing critical energy needs while promoting sustainability.

Fervo Energy

Series B in 2021
Fervo Energy, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development and commercialization of next-generation geothermal power technology. The company focuses on owning, developing, and operating geothermal assets to generate clean, carbon-free energy in new locations. By leveraging innovations in geoscience, Fervo Energy aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future, positioning itself as a key player in the evolution of the electric grid. Its proprietary technology serves as a dispatchable foundation for achieving a fully clean energy system, enabling clients to enhance productivity and scalability in energy production.

BlocPower

Series A in 2021
BlocPower is an energy technology startup based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Founded in 2014 in Brooklyn, New York, by Donnel Baird and Morris Cox, the company specializes in retrofitting urban buildings with advanced energy efficiency technologies and green heating and cooling systems. BlocPower identifies energy-wasting buildings and utilizes a proprietary machine learning platform to determine the most effective retrofits for maximizing energy savings. The company connects various stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, building owners, and equipment providers, to facilitate these upgrades. With a mission to serve financially underserved communities, BlocPower has completed projects in nearly 1,000 buildings, helping customers save 20–40% on their annual energy bills. By leveraging data and innovative financing, BlocPower aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve health outcomes while addressing the climate crisis.

OhmConnect

Series C in 2020
OhmConnect, Inc. is a software company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2013. It offers a platform that incentivizes users to reduce their household energy consumption during peak hours by converting energy savings into monetary compensation. Through real-time analytics and integration with energy markets, OhmConnect enables users to sell their energy reductions, thereby contributing to demand response efforts. In addition to its software services, the company also sells wireless smart plugs that allow users to remotely control appliances, further enhancing energy efficiency. By promoting energy conservation, OhmConnect helps users lower their electricity bills while supporting environmental sustainability.

Mast Reforestation

Venture Round in 2020
Mast Reforestation is a provider of vertically integrated reforestation services focused on restoring forests damaged by wildfires. The company addresses barriers to reforestation, including financial, procedural, and seed supply challenges, facilitating the reforestation of millions of acres. By acquiring two legacy businesses, Mast has become the largest seed and seedling vendor in the Western United States, which is crucial for overcoming reforestation bottlenecks. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including seed collection, seedling cultivation, site preparation, planting, and ongoing monitoring. Additionally, Mast leverages project finance to generate high-quality carbon removal credits, allowing landowners to reforest their land at no cost while contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions and making reforestation scalable to combat climate change.

Made of Air

Venture Round in 2020
Made of Air is a carbon-negative materials company that specializes in transforming low-value wood waste into high-value thermoplastics. These innovative materials are designed to permanently sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, contributing to the reduction of climate change impacts. They can be processed using traditional heat-forming methods, making them versatile for various applications. By utilizing these thermoplastics, manufacturers can create products that serve as engineered carbon sinks, aiding real estate developers, architects, and urban planners in meeting their sustainability goals.

Cambrian Innovation

Venture Round in 2020
Cambrian Innovation Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing advanced wastewater treatment systems. The firm offers innovative technologies, including the EcoVolt Reactor, which utilizes electrically active microbes to recover clean water and energy from wastewater, and the EcoVolt Mini, a compact treatment and water-reuse system designed for smaller facilities. Additionally, Cambrian provides the EcoVolt MBR, a membrane bioreactor that employs membrane filtration and integrated controls to effectively remove contaminants from wastewater, particularly for the food and beverage industries. Founded in 2006 and based in Watertown, Massachusetts, Cambrian Innovation serves various sectors, including food and beverage, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and municipal services. The company’s solutions aim to assist industrial, agricultural, and government customers in reducing costs while enhancing resource management and reuse.

ChargerHelp!

Seed Round in 2020
ChargerHelp! specializes in maintaining and repairing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through an innovative app-based dispatch system. By offering on-demand support from trained local technicians, the company addresses the widespread issue of non-operational charging stations, which is critical as the demand for EV infrastructure continues to rise. This service enhances efficiency, reduces turnaround times, and lowers maintenance costs for EV charging network operators. Through its platform, ChargerHelp! connects manufacturers and network providers with skilled maintenance personnel, facilitating workforce development in the clean technology sector. The company has successfully launched its app and has established contracts with several major EV charging network operators, positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly evolving green economy.

BlocPower

Venture Round in 2020
BlocPower is an energy technology startup based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Founded in 2014 in Brooklyn, New York, by Donnel Baird and Morris Cox, the company specializes in retrofitting urban buildings with advanced energy efficiency technologies and green heating and cooling systems. BlocPower identifies energy-wasting buildings and utilizes a proprietary machine learning platform to determine the most effective retrofits for maximizing energy savings. The company connects various stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, building owners, and equipment providers, to facilitate these upgrades. With a mission to serve financially underserved communities, BlocPower has completed projects in nearly 1,000 buildings, helping customers save 20–40% on their annual energy bills. By leveraging data and innovative financing, BlocPower aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve health outcomes while addressing the climate crisis.

Cambrian Innovation

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Cambrian Innovation Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing advanced wastewater treatment systems. The firm offers innovative technologies, including the EcoVolt Reactor, which utilizes electrically active microbes to recover clean water and energy from wastewater, and the EcoVolt Mini, a compact treatment and water-reuse system designed for smaller facilities. Additionally, Cambrian provides the EcoVolt MBR, a membrane bioreactor that employs membrane filtration and integrated controls to effectively remove contaminants from wastewater, particularly for the food and beverage industries. Founded in 2006 and based in Watertown, Massachusetts, Cambrian Innovation serves various sectors, including food and beverage, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and municipal services. The company’s solutions aim to assist industrial, agricultural, and government customers in reducing costs while enhancing resource management and reuse.

Planet FWD

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Planet FWD is a San Francisco-based company focused on creating snacks from regenerative ingredients to mitigate carbon emissions in the food system. By sourcing from farmers who employ carbon-capturing practices, the company aims to promote sustainable agriculture. Planet FWD also operates a regenerative food platform that connects brands with consumers interested in climate-friendly products. In addition to developing carbon-neutral food items, the company provides compostable packaging to further reduce consumers' carbon footprints. Furthermore, Planet FWD offers a carbon management platform that helps consumer brands measure their product or company emissions and develop customized plans for reducing their carbon impact, thereby fostering sustainability and enhancing consumer trust.

Made of Air

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Made of Air is a carbon-negative materials company that specializes in transforming low-value wood waste into high-value thermoplastics. These innovative materials are designed to permanently sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, contributing to the reduction of climate change impacts. They can be processed using traditional heat-forming methods, making them versatile for various applications. By utilizing these thermoplastics, manufacturers can create products that serve as engineered carbon sinks, aiding real estate developers, architects, and urban planners in meeting their sustainability goals.

RatedPower

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
RatedPower is a company that specializes in developing software solutions for the renewable energy sector, particularly focusing on photovoltaic (PV) plants. Its flagship product, pvDesign, automates and optimizes various stages of the design and engineering processes for utility-scale solar projects. By employing digital technologies and heuristic calculations, RatedPower's platform enhances the feasibility analysis and design of solar power plants, significantly expediting these processes. This efficiency not only saves time but also ensures accuracy and reliability in the planning and execution of PV projects, ultimately contributing to reduced construction costs in the solar energy industry.

Mast Reforestation

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Mast Reforestation is a provider of vertically integrated reforestation services focused on restoring forests damaged by wildfires. The company addresses barriers to reforestation, including financial, procedural, and seed supply challenges, facilitating the reforestation of millions of acres. By acquiring two legacy businesses, Mast has become the largest seed and seedling vendor in the Western United States, which is crucial for overcoming reforestation bottlenecks. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including seed collection, seedling cultivation, site preparation, planting, and ongoing monitoring. Additionally, Mast leverages project finance to generate high-quality carbon removal credits, allowing landowners to reforest their land at no cost while contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions and making reforestation scalable to combat climate change.

ChargerHelp!

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
ChargerHelp! specializes in maintaining and repairing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through an innovative app-based dispatch system. By offering on-demand support from trained local technicians, the company addresses the widespread issue of non-operational charging stations, which is critical as the demand for EV infrastructure continues to rise. This service enhances efficiency, reduces turnaround times, and lowers maintenance costs for EV charging network operators. Through its platform, ChargerHelp! connects manufacturers and network providers with skilled maintenance personnel, facilitating workforce development in the clean technology sector. The company has successfully launched its app and has established contracts with several major EV charging network operators, positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly evolving green economy.

Leap

Series A in 2020
Leap is a marketplace for Distributed Energy Resources to participate in the energy market. It allows every connected device to help balance the grid, and get paid for it and access wholesale markets through a single API and help build the flexible, renewable grid of the future. Leap aims to make global energy markets accessible to anyone, starting with demand response and expanding into generation and ancillary services. Leap was founded by Thomas Folker and Remco Van Den Elzen.

Span

Venture Round in 2019
Span.IO designs and develops innovative residential energy storage solutions aimed at facilitating the adoption of renewable energy. The company's flagship product includes a smart electrical panel that replaces traditional panels, providing an intuitive interface for managing home energy use. This system allows users to monitor and control energy consumption remotely through a dedicated application, enhancing the overall consumer experience. Span.IO's team, composed of experts in energy, software, hardware, and consumer finance, leverages their collective knowledge in power generation and system integration to create products that promote environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Through its technology, Span.IO aims to transform the energy sector by making home energy management more accessible and automated.

Blue Ocean Barns

Grant in 2019
Blue Ocean Barns is a United States-based company that focuses on sourcing, processing, and marketing seaweed as a cattle feed additive aimed at reducing methane emissions from livestock. By incorporating seaweed into cattle diets, the company seeks to produce climate-friendly dairy and beef products while promoting the preservation of natural ecosystems. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns but also provides consumers with access to sustainable meat and dairy options, contributing to a more sustainable food system.

Ampaire

Venture Round in 2019
Ampaire Inc. is a company focused on the design and development of electric-powered commercial aircraft, established in 2016 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company aims to revolutionize aviation by creating aircraft that are clean, quiet, safe, reliable, and affordable, making air travel more accessible. Ampaire leverages innovative technologies in energy storage, propulsion, and aircraft architecture to enhance efficiency and minimize the environmental impact of aviation. Their custom propulsion systems are adaptable to various aircraft sizes, allowing aviation businesses to lower operational costs and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Through these advancements, Ampaire is positioning itself as a leader in the transition towards sustainable aviation.

Amply Power

Venture Round in 2019
Amply Power, Inc. offers a charging-as-a-service model specifically designed for electric vehicle fleets, facilitating their transition to electric operations. Founded in 2018 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a fully managed charging solution that addresses all aspects of automated charging systems. This service delivers a per-mile charging model for fleet customers, ensuring an efficient and cost-effective approach to electric vehicle deployment. Additionally, Amply Power features AMPLIFY, a centralized charge management software that connects electric vehicle chargers, fleets, grid infrastructure, and vehicle telematics, ensuring that all vehicles are ready for operation. The company aims to support commercial fleet operations in achieving their zero-emission objectives while scaling their electric vehicle initiatives.

RatedPower

Venture Round in 2019
RatedPower is a company that specializes in developing software solutions for the renewable energy sector, particularly focusing on photovoltaic (PV) plants. Its flagship product, pvDesign, automates and optimizes various stages of the design and engineering processes for utility-scale solar projects. By employing digital technologies and heuristic calculations, RatedPower's platform enhances the feasibility analysis and design of solar power plants, significantly expediting these processes. This efficiency not only saves time but also ensures accuracy and reliability in the planning and execution of PV projects, ultimately contributing to reduced construction costs in the solar energy industry.

Proterra

Venture Round in 2019
Proterra Inc. is a manufacturer of zero-emission electric buses, primarily focused on providing sustainable transportation solutions for public and commercial transit. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, with additional offices in Greenville, South Carolina, and City of Industry, California, Proterra designs its products, including 35-foot and 40-foot electric buses, to meet the diverse needs of urban and regional transit routes. The company's Catalyst platform is noted for its modularity, allowing it to adapt to various operational demands while delivering high energy efficiency. Proterra also offers a broad range of services, including vehicle electrification solutions, fleet planning, charging infrastructure, and comprehensive vehicle maintenance programs. By facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels, Proterra aims to enhance environmental quality and reduce operational costs for fleet operators, contributing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

Blue Planet Energy Systems

Seed Round in 2019
Blue Planet Energy Systems, LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, specializes in developing pre-packaged energy storage solutions for residential and commercial solar photovoltaic systems. The company aims to enhance energy independence for its customers by promoting renewable energy adoption through its scalable energy platform, Blue Ion. This platform integrates advanced battery technology, noted for its exceptional safety and longevity, with sophisticated software controls, enabling the creation of smart and flexible microgrids. Blue Planet Energy has established a strong presence in off-grid and grid-edge markets throughout North America, highlighted by its involvement in significant projects such as supplying energy resilience systems for the American Red Cross in Puerto Rico, which includes over 6MW of solar power and 11 MWh of energy storage across 110 microgrids.

SparkMeter

Venture Round in 2018
SparkMeter, Inc. designs electricity metering systems and grid management software aimed at enhancing electricity access in underserved markets, particularly rural areas. Founded in 2012 and based in Washington, D.C., with an office in Nairobi, Kenya, the company offers a range of metering products tailored to different customer needs, including residential and commercial users. Its solutions include the SM16R, SM60R, SM60RP, and SM200E models, which cater to various consumption levels. In addition to hardware, SparkMeter provides software solutions that facilitate prepaid billing, customer communication, and remote monitoring, thus improving grid efficiency and asset performance. By enabling utilities to automate operations, manage loads, and integrate renewable energy sources, SparkMeter helps communities access sustainable and reliable electricity.

Full Cycle Bioplastics

Venture Round in 2018
Full Cycle Bioplastics LLC, established in 2014 and located in Richmond, California, specializes in manufacturing biodegradable plastics. The company addresses issues of plastic pollution and food waste by recycling organic waste sourced from various providers, including waste haulers, compost facilities, farmers, food processors, and bio-refineries. Utilizing innovative technology, Full Cycle Bioplastics transforms mixed feedstocks into polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) and oil-based plastics, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics. Their approach leverages natural processes to create customizable product types that contribute to environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation.

Sunfolding

Venture Round in 2018
Sunfolding, Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of solar mounts and trackers for photovoltaic systems. The company's flagship product, the Sunfolding T29 Horizontal Single Axis Tracker, incorporates innovative AirDrive technology, which replaces traditional tracker motors and gearboxes with durable, wear-free components. This advancement simplifies the design and installation process, enhances layout flexibility, and increases overall system reliability. Sunfolding aims to provide cost-effective solutions that improve performance for stakeholders in the solar sector. The company's executive team comprises industry veterans with extensive experience in developing and launching solar technologies, contributing to the growing adoption of solar energy solutions across the United States.

CarbonCure

Venture Round in 2018
CarbonCure Technologies Inc. offers innovative technology that allows concrete producers to sequester waste carbon dioxide (CO2) into their products, effectively transforming it into a solid mineral during the concrete manufacturing process. By sourcing CO2 from industrial emitters, the company enables manufacturers to create greener and stronger concrete without compromising on quality or price. This retrofit technology not only enhances the performance characteristics of traditional concrete but also helps producers tap into the growing green building market. CarbonCure's solutions are designed to provide material, environmental, and production advantages while reducing the overall carbon footprint associated with concrete production. The company, incorporated in 2007 and headquartered in Dartmouth, Canada, also supports its clients with marketing and environmental reporting services to strengthen their competitive position in the industry.

SOURCE

Venture Round in 2018
SOURCE, founded in 2014 and based in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in developing and manufacturing solar-powered devices aimed at extracting drinkable water from the atmosphere. Their innovative hydro panels employ advanced materials science to harvest water even in arid conditions, producing pure, mineralized water that is accessible via a tap. This technology caters to a wide range of applications, including industrial, commercial, residential, and community use, ensuring clean water availability virtually anywhere.

Solstice

Grant in 2018
Solstice is a company dedicated to making renewable energy accessible to all Americans through community-shared solar power. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solstice provides comprehensive customer solutions for shared solar, including subscriber aggregation and management services aimed at solar developers, utilities, and other providers. By employing community organizing techniques along with its innovative online marketplace, Solstice aggregates consumer demand to facilitate the deployment of community solar projects. This approach enables renters and homeowners with non-optimal roofs to participate in solar energy, allowing them to save on utility bills without upfront costs. Solstice is driven by a commitment to energy equity, striving to ensure that affordable renewable energy is available to every household, regardless of income or credit status. The company has been recognized with multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and entrepreneurship.

Solar Analytics

Series B in 2018
Solar Analytics Inc. develops solar energy monitoring devices aimed at optimizing the performance of solar photovoltaic systems. The company offers the Solar Smart Monitor, a device that connects to a solar energy system through an electricity meter, enabling real-time tracking of solar power performance and household energy consumption. This device also diagnoses faults and assists in organizing repairs. Additionally, Solar Analytics provides an online dashboard that delivers a comprehensive analysis of solar system performance, including detailed monthly reports that summarize energy output. The company serves a diverse clientele, including residential and small commercial customers, energy distributors, retailers, solar resellers, and installers. Founded in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, Solar Analytics has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings.

Solar Analytics

Grant in 2017
Solar Analytics Inc. develops solar energy monitoring devices aimed at optimizing the performance of solar photovoltaic systems. The company offers the Solar Smart Monitor, a device that connects to a solar energy system through an electricity meter, enabling real-time tracking of solar power performance and household energy consumption. This device also diagnoses faults and assists in organizing repairs. Additionally, Solar Analytics provides an online dashboard that delivers a comprehensive analysis of solar system performance, including detailed monthly reports that summarize energy output. The company serves a diverse clientele, including residential and small commercial customers, energy distributors, retailers, solar resellers, and installers. Founded in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, Solar Analytics has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings.

HST

Grant in 2017
HST is a technology company focused on advancing clean energy solutions and facilitating the development of renewable energy projects. It operates a marketplace that connects clean energy developers with pre-vetted landowners, energy offtakers, and financiers, enabling swift contract execution. By leveraging digital land asset valuation technology and integrated digital services, HST enhances trust with landowners and streamlines the process of securing low-risk land deals. The platform is designed to help developers create de-risked projects that deliver clean energy to communities while accelerating the decarbonization of the energy grid. HST utilizes optimization techniques within its software to minimize the levelized cost of energy, allowing energy traders to effectively identify and bid on competitive projects. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, HST's team combines extensive experience in clean energy and software development to reshape the future of renewable energy generation.

Signol

Grant in 2017
Signol is a London-based technology startup that specializes in behavior change solutions aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency in industries such as aviation and shipping. The company develops a platform that provides personalized performance feedback to captains and crew, encouraging them to make informed decisions that lead to reduced fuel consumption and lower CO2 emissions. By utilizing a suite of tailored techniques, Signol engages professionals effectively, complementing existing management tools and programs. This approach not only motivates better decision-making but also contributes to significant environmental and operational efficiencies.

Green Momit

Grant in 2017
Green Momit, founded in January 2012 and based in Madrid, Spain, specializes in the development of smart home technologies aimed at enhancing quality of life through energy efficiency. The company designs, manufactures, and sells innovative smart devices that focus on energy management. Their flagship products include smart temperature sensors that can reduce energy bills by up to 30%. These devices learn user habits to optimize energy savings, ensuring comfort by automatically adjusting heating or cooling when residents are home and turning off when they leave. Users can control their home temperature remotely via mobile devices, helping them manage energy expenditure effectively. Green Momit also has commercial offices in London, UK, and emphasizes research and development and international growth in its operations.

Shifted Energy

Grant in 2017
Shifted Energy, Inc. specializes in software solutions and controllers that enhance electric water heaters, transforming them into valuable demand response resources. Founded in 2014 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company offers products like Grid Maestro, a virtual power plant for electric water heaters, and Tempo, a retrofit controller. These solutions allow utilities to stabilize the electricity grid while facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources. The technology enables electric water heaters to consume excess renewable energy, optimizing hot water availability through advanced algorithms. Additionally, Shifted Energy's offerings include features such as leak detection, maintenance alerts, and automatic powerdown for unoccupied units, thereby providing fast demand response and additional value for users. The company's platform also supports other devices like pool pumps and EV charging stations, promoting cost-effective deployment and improving the overall user experience.

Nnergix

Grant in 2017
Nnergix is a technology company specializing in data analytics for the renewable energy sector. It collects and integrates weather and energy data from diverse sources, feeding it into proprietary machine learning algorithms. The company's primary offerings are forecasting solutions, delivered via a web-based platform, which help energy industry players optimize operations and reduce costs by providing accurate, data-driven insights into weather conditions and their impact on energy assets.

SheerWind

Grant in 2017
SheerWind, Inc. is an energy technology company based in Chaska, Minnesota, focused on developing and licensing its proprietary INVELOX wind power generation system. This innovative technology captures, accelerates, and concentrates wind energy, resulting in increased wind speeds that enhance power generation efficiency and reduce costs. SheerWind's solutions cater to a wide range of markets, including utility-scale onshore and offshore wind farms, small-wind systems for buildings and off-the-grid applications, and micro-wind power generation for military and emergency response needs. The company aims to address significant challenges in the wind industry, such as turbine reliability, intermittency, and environmental concerns, making wind energy more accessible and sustainable. SheerWind was incorporated in 2010 and continues to advance the development of wind energy solutions.

eMotorWerks

Grant in 2017
eMotorWerks is a developer of electric charging technologies, best known for its JuiceNet platform, which organizes networks of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations into Virtual Power Plants. This innovative system provides demand flexibility services to utilities and grid operators. The company aims to control the entire EV charging load through its driver engagement tools and a recurring revenue business model. With over 8,000 proprietary charging stations in operation and access to more than 50,000 partner stations, eMotorWerks stands as the largest aggregator of EV charging load. Its JuiceBox charger features advanced algorithms that enable significantly faster charging without the need for costly installations, allowing consumers to manage their charging schedules, costs, and renewable energy usage. eMotorWerks has established contracts with major California utilities to deliver energy services from its extensive charging capacity.

Allume Energy

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Allume Energy is a renewable technology company focused on enabling rooftop solar energy access for multifamily housing and apartments. The company has developed the SolShare, the first hardware solution that allows a single rooftop solar installation to be utilized by multiple residents within the same building. This innovative technology is designed to respond to demand, maximizing benefits for residents while minimizing excess solar energy exports to the grid. Allume Energy's system facilitates the sharing of solar power among residents in multi-metered buildings, capitalizing on varying usage patterns to provide equitable access to clean energy, economic savings, and a reduction in carbon footprints. The company has successfully installed its SolShare technology in Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Heliogen

Venture Round in 2017
Heliogen, Inc. is a clean energy technology company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2013. It specializes in using concentrated solar power to produce renewable fuels such as hydrogen and syngas, aiming to eliminate reliance on fossil fuels in heavy industry. The company has developed innovative systems, including HelioMax, a closed-loop control system for electricity generation and process heat applications, and HelioHeat, which provides carbon-free, ultra-high-temperature heat for sectors like cement, refining, and mining. Heliogen’s AI-enabled modular technology enables the cost-effective delivery of continuous carbon-free energy in the form of heat, power, or green hydrogen, marking a significant advancement in sustainable energy solutions.

Allume Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Allume Energy is a renewable technology company focused on enabling rooftop solar energy access for multifamily housing and apartments. The company has developed the SolShare, the first hardware solution that allows a single rooftop solar installation to be utilized by multiple residents within the same building. This innovative technology is designed to respond to demand, maximizing benefits for residents while minimizing excess solar energy exports to the grid. Allume Energy's system facilitates the sharing of solar power among residents in multi-metered buildings, capitalizing on varying usage patterns to provide equitable access to clean energy, economic savings, and a reduction in carbon footprints. The company has successfully installed its SolShare technology in Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Go Electric

Grant in 2017
Go Electric Inc. is a green-technology company that specializes in developing innovative energy solutions for the customer side of the meter, serving facilities and utilities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Anderson, Indiana, with additional offices in Brooklyn and Honolulu, the company focuses on integrating renewable energy, advanced batteries, and generators to enhance energy security, reduce costs, and improve grid stability. One of its key products, AutoLYNC, is a microgrid and uninterruptible power system that efficiently synchronizes and optimizes various AC and DC power sources, providing reliable electrical power at the correct frequency and voltage. Go Electric's solutions are utilized in diverse applications, including government, military, and electric utility sectors, particularly in New York City, thereby contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Sighten

Grant in 2017
Sighten, Inc. is a software company that specializes in managing the complexities associated with distributed solar energy. It provides a comprehensive platform that supports the entire lifecycle of solar assets, including tools for streamlining origination, system design, and sales operations, along with features that automate reporting and analytics. The company also offers a reporting and analytics portal for real-time data access, a pricing engine tailored for diverse financing structures, and a downstream toolset designed to enhance sales effectiveness and manage financing workflows from lead generation to operational assets. Sighten's clientele includes tax equity investors, lenders, finance companies, developers, and installers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sighten aims to optimize business operations and drive growth within the solar industry.

Kevala

Venture Round in 2016
Kevala, Inc. is a data and analytics company established in 2014 and based in San Rafael, California. The company specializes in providing analytical solutions for solar developers, helping them make informed decisions regarding their investments and projects through its cloud-based analytics software. Kevala's key offerings include the Grid Assessor, which identifies and evaluates potential locations for solar and energy storage, and the Impact Assessor, which measures the environmental, social, and economic effects of energy policies and programs. The platform aggregates data on grid infrastructure, market dynamics, and energy consumption, ensuring that users have access to meaningful insights. By serving a diverse clientele, including governments and utilities, Kevala aims to facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into the existing grid, promoting a more sustainable energy future.

Carbon Lighthouse

Seed Round in 2016
Carbon Lighthouse, LLC is a technology company specializing in energy solutions for commercial real estate and various other sectors, including education and hospitality. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, Carbon Lighthouse focuses on decarbonizing buildings through its Efficiency Production platform and CLUES® AI software. The company provides energy efficiency measures that help reduce utility bills and carbon emissions, such as optimizing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and installing cost-effective energy-saving equipment. Additionally, Carbon Lighthouse offers onsite energy generation solutions, including solar photovoltaic systems, and consulting services for energy sourcing and regulatory assessments. Its clientele includes building owners and property managers of small to medium-sized buildings, such as community centers and schools. With a track record of delivering significant client value and reducing substantial carbon emissions, Carbon Lighthouse aims to assist clients in achieving their decarbonization goals while enhancing financial performance.

kWh Analytics

Seed Round in 2015
kWh Analytics, Inc. is a leader in solar risk management, offering a comprehensive analytics platform designed for solar investors and operators. The company provides several key services, including Heliostats, which integrates data and benchmarks performance for solar investments, and the Solar Revenue Put, a credit enhancement that guarantees the performance of solar assets, thereby improving lending terms. Additionally, kWh Analytics offers the Solar Lendscape, a catalog of active lenders in the solar industry, along with insights for risk assessment and management. The company leverages a performance database encompassing 20% of the U.S. solar asset class, enabling clients to minimize risk and enhance equity returns on their portfolios. kWh Analytics serves a diverse clientele, including institutional investors, asset management groups, and banking firms. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, kWh Analytics is backed by private venture capital and the U.S. Department of Energy.

Rebound Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
Rebound Technologies, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing and supply of advanced thermal energy storage systems tailored for commercial refrigeration and off-grid cooling applications. Founded in 2012 and based in Commerce City, Colorado, the company offers innovative products such as IcePoint, which integrates an embedded thermal energy storage system to significantly reduce cooling costs for supermarkets, and SunChill, designed for agricultural needs in developing regions. SunChill effectively converts solar thermal energy into refrigeration, enhancing agricultural productivity by rapidly cooling harvested crops and maintaining their quality at local markets. Rebound Technologies emphasizes customized solutions that utilize renewable resources and waste heat capture, aiming to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs while supporting self-sustaining business models. The company's initiatives are currently backed by research grants from the U.S. Federal Government.

ConnectDER

Grant in 2015
ConnectDER LLC is a solar technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in solutions that facilitate the connection of distributed energy resources, particularly solar photovoltaic systems, to residential homes and the grid. The company designs and manufactures innovative meter collars that serve as a connection point between residential electric meters and meter sockets, effectively transforming these sockets into a grid-friendly platform for solar energy, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging. Additionally, ConnectDER offers ConnectDER Cloud, a system that allows fleet operators to access metering and operational data, manage firmware, and oversee the commissioning and decommissioning of ConnectDER units. Founded in 2011 and rebranded in 2015, ConnectDER aims to simplify the integration of renewable energy technologies, benefiting both users and the broader energy grid.

FreeWire

Seed Round in 2015
FreeWire Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers, focused on providing innovative charging solutions that enhance the accessibility of EV charging infrastructure. Established in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces several models, including the Mobi Charger v0, v1, and v2, which cater to varying charging needs and capabilities. FreeWire’s flagship product, the Boost Charger, integrates battery technology with power conversion systems, allowing for high-power charging without the need for extensive grid upgrades. This technology enables ultrafast charging at locations that typically lack sufficient electrical infrastructure. FreeWire has successfully deployed its battery-integrated chargers across the United States, serving Fortune 100 companies, commercial clients, fleets, and retail spaces, and has partnered with major organizations to expand its reach. Additionally, the company's systems provide clean and quiet power solutions, effectively replacing or supplementing diesel generators for various remote power applications, thereby supporting the transition away from fossil fuels.

Shifted Energy

Seed Round in 2015
Shifted Energy, Inc. specializes in software solutions and controllers that enhance electric water heaters, transforming them into valuable demand response resources. Founded in 2014 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company offers products like Grid Maestro, a virtual power plant for electric water heaters, and Tempo, a retrofit controller. These solutions allow utilities to stabilize the electricity grid while facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources. The technology enables electric water heaters to consume excess renewable energy, optimizing hot water availability through advanced algorithms. Additionally, Shifted Energy's offerings include features such as leak detection, maintenance alerts, and automatic powerdown for unoccupied units, thereby providing fast demand response and additional value for users. The company's platform also supports other devices like pool pumps and EV charging stations, promoting cost-effective deployment and improving the overall user experience.

Stem

Series B in 2015
Stem, Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Millbrae, California with operations in Canada, specializes in providing energy storage solutions and software to businesses aimed at managing energy costs. The company offers Athena, a sophisticated software that leverages big data and machine learning to optimize energy usage timing with high precision. Stem also provides subscription-based models that include automated savings, risk protection, sustainable innovation, and solar energy storage solutions. Additionally, the company deploys distributed batteries in commercial and industrial buildings. Stem's approach involves analyzing electricity consumption patterns of various businesses and designing solutions that protect companies from high electricity costs without altering their operational methods. By combining big data, predictive analytics, and energy storage, Stem helps reduce electric costs for businesses and contributes to grid services.

Allume Energy

Venture Round in 2015
Allume Energy is a renewable technology company focused on enabling rooftop solar energy access for multifamily housing and apartments. The company has developed the SolShare, the first hardware solution that allows a single rooftop solar installation to be utilized by multiple residents within the same building. This innovative technology is designed to respond to demand, maximizing benefits for residents while minimizing excess solar energy exports to the grid. Allume Energy's system facilitates the sharing of solar power among residents in multi-metered buildings, capitalizing on varying usage patterns to provide equitable access to clean energy, economic savings, and a reduction in carbon footprints. The company has successfully installed its SolShare technology in Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Spider9

Grant in 2015
Spider9 is a clean technology startup that provides renewable energy storage solutions and software control systems. It develops residential and small commercial solutions, commercial and industrial solutions, utility and large commercial solutions, and control solutions. The company’s products include Spider Vault: a product line designed to meet home, small business, and community energy storage needs that can be used to reduce utility demand charges, increase solar self-consumption, provide backup power, and take an entire home or facility off-grid; Spider Rack Pro: a modular energy storage unit used for emergency backup power, electricity bill reduction, electrical islanding, renewable microgrid operation, and more; Spider Vault Max: a solution that integrates Spider Rack Pro energy storage units into a standard shipping container modified to include all mechanical support structures, HVAC, fire suppression, lighting, and safety controls; and OSE: a system that allows energy storage systems to build operation protocol from data drawn from demand response software, building management systems, and utility signals as well as to serve as a site controller for microgrids and other energy networks. Spider9 was founded in 2011 and is based in Michigan, United States.

Geli

Seed Round in 2014
Geli, or Growing Energy Labs, Inc., specializes in providing software and business solutions for the design, automation, and management of energy storage systems. The company's offerings create a cohesive ecosystem that allows project developers, original equipment manufacturers, financiers, and project operators to efficiently deploy advanced energy projects. By utilizing a hardware-agnostic software platform, Geli streamlines the energy storage development process, enabling clients to minimize their environmental impact while enhancing project efficiency.

FreeWire

Venture Round in 2014
FreeWire Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers, focused on providing innovative charging solutions that enhance the accessibility of EV charging infrastructure. Established in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces several models, including the Mobi Charger v0, v1, and v2, which cater to varying charging needs and capabilities. FreeWire’s flagship product, the Boost Charger, integrates battery technology with power conversion systems, allowing for high-power charging without the need for extensive grid upgrades. This technology enables ultrafast charging at locations that typically lack sufficient electrical infrastructure. FreeWire has successfully deployed its battery-integrated chargers across the United States, serving Fortune 100 companies, commercial clients, fleets, and retail spaces, and has partnered with major organizations to expand its reach. Additionally, the company's systems provide clean and quiet power solutions, effectively replacing or supplementing diesel generators for various remote power applications, thereby supporting the transition away from fossil fuels.

Autowatts

Seed Round in 2014
Autowatts, LLC, founded in 2013 and based in Denver, Colorado, develops a sales software package aimed at enhancing the selling process for dealers of electric vehicles (EV) and photovoltaic solar power systems. The company provides a sales portal and a learning platform that equips salespeople to engage customers on various topics, including tax incentives, driving habits, charging costs, fuel sources, true cost of ownership, and financing options. By simplifying the sales process, Autowatts enables dealers to improve customer interactions and streamline transactions, ultimately supporting the broader adoption of sustainable technologies.

Amber Kinetics

Seed Round in 2014
Amber Kinetics, Inc. specializes in the engineering and development of modular flywheel energy storage systems designed for grid-scale applications. Founded in 2009 and based in Union City, California, the company focuses on delivering a cost-effective flywheel technology that can be integrated into power grids to support the variable generation of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Its flywheel system operates by storing energy in a spinning rotor, which can be charged and discharged to manage electricity flow efficiently. Key innovations in magnetic bearings, low-cost rotors, and high-efficiency motor generators enhance the performance of traditional flywheel systems. Amber Kinetics aims to extend the duration and efficiency of energy storage from minutes to hours, thus optimizing existing infrastructure for electric utilities.

Ambri

Venture Round in 2013
Ambri, Inc. is a company based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative electricity storage solutions through its liquid metal battery technology. Founded in 2010 and originally known as Liquid Metal Battery Corporation, Ambri aims to revolutionize grid-scale power storage by offering batteries that are low-cost, long-lasting, and capable of storing significant amounts of energy. These batteries are particularly suited for applications in renewable energy systems and grid stabilization. Ambri's technology is designed to enhance the reliability and efficiency of energy storage, with systems that can tolerate short circuits and other operational challenges, making them a robust choice for grid operators.

Stem

Venture Round in 2013
Stem, Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Millbrae, California with operations in Canada, specializes in providing energy storage solutions and software to businesses aimed at managing energy costs. The company offers Athena, a sophisticated software that leverages big data and machine learning to optimize energy usage timing with high precision. Stem also provides subscription-based models that include automated savings, risk protection, sustainable innovation, and solar energy storage solutions. Additionally, the company deploys distributed batteries in commercial and industrial buildings. Stem's approach involves analyzing electricity consumption patterns of various businesses and designing solutions that protect companies from high electricity costs without altering their operational methods. By combining big data, predictive analytics, and energy storage, Stem helps reduce electric costs for businesses and contributes to grid services.

kWh Analytics

Seed Round in 2013
kWh Analytics, Inc. is a leader in solar risk management, offering a comprehensive analytics platform designed for solar investors and operators. The company provides several key services, including Heliostats, which integrates data and benchmarks performance for solar investments, and the Solar Revenue Put, a credit enhancement that guarantees the performance of solar assets, thereby improving lending terms. Additionally, kWh Analytics offers the Solar Lendscape, a catalog of active lenders in the solar industry, along with insights for risk assessment and management. The company leverages a performance database encompassing 20% of the U.S. solar asset class, enabling clients to minimize risk and enhance equity returns on their portfolios. kWh Analytics serves a diverse clientele, including institutional investors, asset management groups, and banking firms. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, kWh Analytics is backed by private venture capital and the U.S. Department of Energy.

PlotWatt

Funding Round in 2010
PlotWatt, Inc. is an energy analytics software company based in Durham, North Carolina, serving customers in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand. Founded in 2008, PlotWatt employs machine-learning algorithms to analyze energy usage data, providing actionable insights that help both residential and commercial clients enhance their energy efficiency and reduce costs. The platform is particularly beneficial for multi-location businesses, offering site-by-site comparative analysis and operational benchmarking to optimize energy management. By delivering tailored recommendations without the need for monitoring individual appliances, PlotWatt's cloud-based solutions empower customers to make informed decisions about their energy consumption, ultimately promoting sustainability and cost savings. The company operates as a subsidiary of American Efficient, Inc.
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