Equinor

Equinor is a Norway-based integrated energy company, established in 1972, that engages in the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas, as well as renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. It operates globally, with a significant presence on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, and produces a substantial amount of oil and gas, including refined products such as petrol, diesel, and natural gas. Additionally, Equinor invests in innovative companies through its venture capital arm, Equinor Ventures, focusing on energy, technology, and climate solutions, with a preference for minority stakes and a typical investment range of $1 million to $20 million.

Samuel Byrne

Vice President Operations, Renewables Americas

Kjersti Reinsnos

Managing Director

Sophie Hildebrand

SVP Research and Technology and CTO

Past deals in Natural Resources

KoBold Metals

Series C in 2024
KoBold Metals is an AI-powered mineral exploration company focused on discovering essential materials for the electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors. The company combines advanced ore-deposit science with big data and scientific computing to enhance mineral exploration efforts. Its data platform aggregates and structures extensive scientific datasets, utilizing machine learning and other sophisticated analytical techniques to predict the composition of subsurface resources. By employing statistical association models and various analytical methods, KoBold Metals helps mineral exploration companies identify new sources of cobalt and other critical materials, thereby contributing to sustainable supply chains for the rapidly growing demand in electric vehicle production.

KoBold Metals

Series B in 2023
KoBold Metals is an AI-powered mineral exploration company focused on discovering essential materials for the electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors. The company combines advanced ore-deposit science with big data and scientific computing to enhance mineral exploration efforts. Its data platform aggregates and structures extensive scientific datasets, utilizing machine learning and other sophisticated analytical techniques to predict the composition of subsurface resources. By employing statistical association models and various analytical methods, KoBold Metals helps mineral exploration companies identify new sources of cobalt and other critical materials, thereby contributing to sustainable supply chains for the rapidly growing demand in electric vehicle production.

Suncor Energy

Acquisition in 2023
Suncor Energy Inc. is an integrated energy company based in Calgary, Canada, primarily focused on the development of petroleum resource basins in the Athabasca oil sands, one of the largest oil reserves globally. The company engages in the exploration, production, and marketing of crude oil both in Canada and internationally. Its operations are divided into several segments, including Oil Sands, which involves the recovery and upgrading of bitumen; Exploration and Production, which includes offshore activities in Canada and international assets; and Refining and Marketing, where crude oil is refined into various petroleum products marketed through its Petro-Canada retail network. Additionally, Suncor is committed to advancing the transition to a low-emissions future by investing in renewable energy sources and power generation, while also participating in energy trading activities related to crude oil and natural gas. Founded in 1917, Suncor has established itself as a significant player in the global energy market.

KoBold Metals

Series B in 2022
KoBold Metals is an AI-powered mineral exploration company focused on discovering essential materials for the electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors. The company combines advanced ore-deposit science with big data and scientific computing to enhance mineral exploration efforts. Its data platform aggregates and structures extensive scientific datasets, utilizing machine learning and other sophisticated analytical techniques to predict the composition of subsurface resources. By employing statistical association models and various analytical methods, KoBold Metals helps mineral exploration companies identify new sources of cobalt and other critical materials, thereby contributing to sustainable supply chains for the rapidly growing demand in electric vehicle production.

Quantico Energy Solutions

Series A in 2015
Quantico Energy Solutions LLC is a Houston-based data analytics company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry, particularly in the development of shale resources. Established in 2012, the company develops proprietary software that predicts synthetic formation evaluation logs by leveraging data collected during the drilling process. Its key offerings include QLog, which generates a variety of synthetic logs such as shear, compressional, and density logs for both horizontal and vertical wells, and QFrac, which provides additional logs along with recommendations for engineered completion designs based on geomechanical interpretations. Quantico employs a skilled team with expertise in machine learning, petrophysics, and completion engineering, enabling it to enhance the quality and efficiency of data analytics for drilling operations. The company has also formed a strategic alliance with TARGET to further advance its capabilities in the industry.
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