Nanoramic Laboratories
Venture Round in 2024
Nanoramic Laboratories is an advanced materials company focused on energy storage technology, rooted in scientific research and innovation. Established to leverage nanomaterials, it designs, manufactures, and licenses Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, aimed at enhancing energy density and longevity in electric vehicle applications and consumer electronics. The company also produces FastCAP ultracapacitors, which are distinguished by their capability to operate under extreme temperatures and conditions, thanks to technology initially funded by NASA and the Department of Energy. Additionally, Nanoramic offers Thermexit thermal interface gap filler pads, known for their high thermal conductivity and stability. Since its incorporation in 2008 and rebranding from its earlier name, Nanoramic Laboratories has committed itself to transforming the energy storage landscape through innovative, high-performance materials. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Vestaron Corporation is a developer and manufacturer of peptide-based biologic crop protection products, designed to enhance the safety, efficacy, and sustainability of agricultural practices. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with a research and development center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron offers a range of bioinsecticides, including Spear-T for treating thrips in vegetables and ornamentals, Spear-Lep for fruits and field crops, and Leprotec for broader field use. The company is recognized for its commitment to addressing resistance issues in pests while ensuring safety for workers, beneficial organisms, and the environment. Vestaron has received several awards for its innovative biocontrol solutions, including the Bernard Blum Award and the Green Chemistry Challenge Award, reflecting its leadership in the field of sustainable agriculture.
Vestaron Corporation is a developer and manufacturer of peptide-based biologic crop protection products, designed to enhance the safety, efficacy, and sustainability of agricultural practices. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with a research and development center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron offers a range of bioinsecticides, including Spear-T for treating thrips in vegetables and ornamentals, Spear-Lep for fruits and field crops, and Leprotec for broader field use. The company is recognized for its commitment to addressing resistance issues in pests while ensuring safety for workers, beneficial organisms, and the environment. Vestaron has received several awards for its innovative biocontrol solutions, including the Bernard Blum Award and the Green Chemistry Challenge Award, reflecting its leadership in the field of sustainable agriculture.
Titan Advanced Energy Solutions
Series B in 2021
Titan Advanced Energy Solutions, Inc. is a developer of advanced battery management systems specifically for lithium-ion batteries. Founded in 2016 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company utilizes patented ultrasound technology to enhance battery performance, achieving over 99% accuracy in state of health and state of charge assessments. This technology offers substantial benefits, including a minimum 20% increase in charge capacity and a 125% extension in battery life, while also providing real-time monitoring and balancing at the cell level. Titan's solutions cater to various industries, including electric vehicles, stationary energy storage, mobile devices, and battery manufacturing. Their ionView technology is competitively priced compared to traditional systems, delivering significant advantages to manufacturers, integrators, and end-users in the automotive and consumer markets, thereby contributing to the electrification and decarbonization efforts for a sustainable future.
Skyryse, Inc. is an air mobility company that focuses on developing advanced helicopters and aircraft, primarily serving sectors such as emergency and support services, public transport, and urban planning. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company has created FlightOS, a comprehensive hardware and software operating system designed to enhance the safety and accessibility of general aviation. FlightOS provides a unified interface that allows pilots to operate various types of aircraft—both rotorcraft and fixed-wing—with the same controls, effectively minimizing pilot fatigue and simplifying the flying experience. With a training requirement of only a few hours, FlightOS enables pilots to safely fly different aircraft configurations, whether from the cockpit or remotely, thereby significantly improving flight safety and emergency management capabilities.
Nanoramic Laboratories
Venture Round in 2021
Nanoramic Laboratories is an advanced materials company focused on energy storage technology, rooted in scientific research and innovation. Established to leverage nanomaterials, it designs, manufactures, and licenses Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, aimed at enhancing energy density and longevity in electric vehicle applications and consumer electronics. The company also produces FastCAP ultracapacitors, which are distinguished by their capability to operate under extreme temperatures and conditions, thanks to technology initially funded by NASA and the Department of Energy. Additionally, Nanoramic offers Thermexit thermal interface gap filler pads, known for their high thermal conductivity and stability. Since its incorporation in 2008 and rebranding from its earlier name, Nanoramic Laboratories has committed itself to transforming the energy storage landscape through innovative, high-performance materials. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Ambri
Venture Round in 2021
Ambri, Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, specializes in developing electricity storage solutions for electric grids. The company is renowned for its liquid metal battery cell technology, designed to be low-cost, long-lasting, and capable of storing large amounts of energy. Ambri's batteries are intended for use in renewable energy systems, grid stabilization, and other large-scale applications where reliable and efficient energy storage is crucial.
Breakthrough Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2021
Breakthrough Technologies is a manufacturer of innovative industrial products focused on enhancing water and energy sustainability. The company develops solutions that aim to reduce the use of water treatment chemicals, minimize blowdown, and lower operating costs for various industries. By promoting chemical-less processes and recovering water loss, Breakthrough Technologies supports businesses in achieving cleaner and more cost-effective operations while driving improved environmental performance. Their approach not only addresses industry challenges but also fosters a shift towards sustainable practices in water and energy management.
Pellucere Technologies
Venture Round in 2021
CSD Nano, later rebranded as Pellucere Technologies, is a company established in 2009 with headquarters in Houston, Texas, and a significant presence in Corvallis, Oregon. It specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced optical coatings for energy and industrial applications. The company's flagship product, MoreSun, is a nano-tech anti-reflective coating designed to enhance the performance of solar modules by minimizing light reflection and maximizing light capture. Pellucere serves utility-scale solar projects globally, with additional offices in Germany and Taiwan to support its international customer base. The company's innovative coatings, including the Talus Dirt Rejection Technology, are compatible with various manufacturing processes and can be applied to a wide range of industries, such as solar cover glass, photovoltaic solar cells, and building materials.
BayoTech is a company that develops and manufactures hydrogen generation systems, reformers, and steam methane reformers for agriculture, fuel cells, and the energy sector. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, it focuses on low‑carbon hydrogen solutions that reduce transportation emissions and streamline supply chains through local production. The firm operates hydrogen hubs, including a site in Wentzville, Missouri, and a planned hub in Stockton, California, and builds high‑capacity, high‑pressure transport trailers at its Tulsa, Oklahoma facility. BayoTech offers a complete portfolio of hydrogen production, transport, storage, and fueling services, enabling clients to deploy reliable, cost‑effective, low‑carbon hydrogen fuel.
Castleton Power
Acquisition in 2016
Castleton Power a 72 megawatt (MW) gas-fired combined cycle power plant located in Castleton-on-Hudson, NY. The company was formerly known as EPCOR Power (Castleton) LLC and changed its name to Castleton Power, LLC.