Helen Ventures

node.energy develops software-as-a-service solutions for managing decentralized energy systems in commercial and industrial real estate. Its platform optimizes local energy microgrids, reducing administrative workload, energy costs, and carbon footprint while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Gradyent is a Dutch AI cloud platform established in 2019. It optimizes heating systems for district heating companies using Digital Twin technology, combining geographical, weather, sensor data with physical models and AI. This enables real-time optimization and future scenario simulations, reducing heat loss by 20%, CO2 emissions by 10%, and fuel costs by 5-10%.

Emulate Energy provides a white-label SaaS platform for mid-sized electricity utilities to monetize behind-the-meter demand flexibility through a virtual battery system. The platform offers end-to-end control of the value chain, enabling utilities to coordinate behind-the-meter assets, link EVs, charging stations, solar inverters, batteries, and smart thermostats, and participate in energy markets. By optimizing these resources, utilities can reduce customer energy costs and improve grid efficiency and sustainability through integrated distributed energy resources.

Nobile is an energy sharing hub platform, directly connecting the producers and suppliers of renewable energy

Voltfang specializes in repurposing used electric vehicle batteries into stationary energy storage systems for private homes. By integrating recycled traction batteries, the company aims to create a decentralized storage network, facilitating renewable energy usage and grid stabilization.

Founded in Berlin in 2017, LiveEO is a pioneering provider of insights-as-a-service. It leverages AI and satellite data to offer real-time earth observation applications, specializing in monitoring large-scale infrastructure such as railways, power lines, and pipelines. LiveEO's services enable clients to manage risks, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure infrastructure safety and sustainability.

Eologix Sensor Technology GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Graz, Austria, specializes in the design and manufacture of wireless temperature and icing sensor systems. The company provides autonomous and retrofittable sensors specifically for detecting icing on wind turbine rotor blades. Its innovative sensor system is compatible with all types of wind turbines, comprising a single receiving unit for each turbine paired with multiple sensing units that are strategically placed across the blades' surface. These sensing units can be conveniently installed during routine inspections, enhancing the operational efficiency and safety of wind energy production.

Enspired is a digital energy trading service provider that facilitates the integration of flexible assets into power spot markets. It employs AI-based algorithms to automate trades, maximizing clients' asset value while supporting grid stability. The company serves leading utilities and renewable/battery operators across Europe.

Renewcast provides advanced wind power generation forecasting services. Its SaaS platform offers continuous updates every hour, enabling clients to access the latest forecasts directly via API for any subset of plants in their portfolio.

Klimate helps scale the carbon removal industry by connecting demand and supply with financing. They strategically fund initiatives that promote social and economic advancement as well as environmental responsibility. The company drives quality and transparency through its proprietary knowledge and technology, allowing the customers to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and minimize reputational risk. Its platform provides sustainability professionals with a new tool in their toolbox, positioning them for success in an era when carbon is a key KPI for any given business.

Voltfang specializes in repurposing used electric vehicle batteries into stationary energy storage systems for private homes. By integrating recycled traction batteries, the company aims to create a decentralized storage network, facilitating renewable energy usage and grid stabilization.

Virta is a company that specializes in managing electric vehicle charging services on various scales, providing a comprehensive solution for both charging networks and businesses. Its offerings encompass the entire value chain, connecting electric vehicle drivers, charging points, and the energy system to facilitate seamless charging experiences. By utilizing a user-friendly mobile application or tag, clients can easily identify and access charging stations. Virta aims to enhance the adoption of electric mobility by delivering high-quality charging services that meet the needs of users while also helping real estate and other businesses differentiate themselves in the market.

Founded in 2017, EcoG designs and develops Internet of Things (IoT) operating systems for electric vehicle chargers. Its platform offers charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, UI components, tools for development and simulation, and an open API architecture that enables app-based services. With offices in Germany, Norway, and the US, EcoG facilitates value-added services by connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure with local businesses.

Cervi specializes in providing ventilation and clean indoor air and cooling solutions. Its solutions include clean indoor air, energy-saving solutions, modernization of ventilation, refrigeration and refrigeration equipment maintenance.

Solar Monkey B.V., established in 2014 and headquartered in Delft, Netherlands, specializes in developing software for solar energy system design and monitoring. The company's core offering involves advanced measurement techniques to predict and guarantee the energy yield of solar panels, ensuring optimal return on investment for clients. Additionally, their software facilitates the design, sale, and maintenance of solar systems, enabling precise calculation of solar panel placements and clean energy production.

Gradyent is a Dutch AI cloud platform established in 2019. It optimizes heating systems for district heating companies using Digital Twin technology, combining geographical, weather, sensor data with physical models and AI. This enables real-time optimization and future scenario simulations, reducing heat loss by 20%, CO2 emissions by 10%, and fuel costs by 5-10%.

Founded in Berlin in 2017, LiveEO is a pioneering provider of insights-as-a-service. It leverages AI and satellite data to offer real-time earth observation applications, specializing in monitoring large-scale infrastructure such as railways, power lines, and pipelines. LiveEO's services enable clients to manage risks, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure infrastructure safety and sustainability.

node.energy develops software-as-a-service solutions for managing decentralized energy systems in commercial and industrial real estate. Its platform optimizes local energy microgrids, reducing administrative workload, energy costs, and carbon footprint while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Freesi is a Finland-based property technology startup established in 2017, specializing in indoor climate development for large building portfolios. The company offers a scalable solution that combines cloud-based software with artificial intelligence, allowing property owners and managers to monitor, analyze, and enhance indoor air conditions effectively. With its innovative platform already deployed across over 2,000,000 square meters of property, Freesi enables clients to meet their environmental, social, and governance objectives while simultaneously improving the return on investment for their buildings. By leveraging advanced technology and engineering expertise, Freesi provides a comprehensive approach to indoor air quality management in the real estate sector.

Enspired is a digital energy trading service provider that facilitates the integration of flexible assets into power spot markets. It employs AI-based algorithms to automate trades, maximizing clients' asset value while supporting grid stability. The company serves leading utilities and renewable/battery operators across Europe.

&Charge is a European platform dedicated to enhancing the electric vehicle (EV) charging experience by making it more affordable, reliable, and engaging. The company provides a digital engagement and service platform that acts as a companion for EV drivers, featuring a rewards program that allows users to access free public charging. It leverages crowd-sourced data to offer accurate points of interest for charging stations and utilizes a Wallbox Sharing system to ensure extensive coverage. Additionally, &Charge develops value-added services aimed at addressing challenges within the EV ecosystem, catering to various stakeholders such as charge point operators, e-mobility service providers, and roaming platforms. Through its innovative approach, &Charge promotes sustainable mobility concepts and enhances community experiences in electric mobility.

Founded in Berlin in 2017, LiveEO is a pioneering provider of insights-as-a-service. It leverages AI and satellite data to offer real-time earth observation applications, specializing in monitoring large-scale infrastructure such as railways, power lines, and pipelines. LiveEO's services enable clients to manage risks, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure infrastructure safety and sustainability.

Virta is a company that specializes in managing electric vehicle charging services on various scales, providing a comprehensive solution for both charging networks and businesses. Its offerings encompass the entire value chain, connecting electric vehicle drivers, charging points, and the energy system to facilitate seamless charging experiences. By utilizing a user-friendly mobile application or tag, clients can easily identify and access charging stations. Virta aims to enhance the adoption of electric mobility by delivering high-quality charging services that meet the needs of users while also helping real estate and other businesses differentiate themselves in the market.

Think Outside AS is a technology startup based in Bergen, Norway, focused on developing innovative products for the outdoor and hydropower markets. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in manufacturing real-time radar avalanche remote sensing equipment. Its flagship product, Sknow, provides skiers with critical data about snow layers directly beneath their skis, including parameters such as depth, layering, and density. The devices are designed to enhance safety by enabling users to avoid avalanche risk zones and access vital information regarding snow conditions, slope gradients, and applied forces. Through its integrated software solutions, Think Outside aims to improve production planning and reduce health and safety risks in snow-covered environments.

Founded in 2017, EcoG designs and develops Internet of Things (IoT) operating systems for electric vehicle chargers. Its platform offers charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, UI components, tools for development and simulation, and an open API architecture that enables app-based services. With offices in Germany, Norway, and the US, EcoG facilitates value-added services by connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure with local businesses.

Gradyent is a Dutch AI cloud platform established in 2019. It optimizes heating systems for district heating companies using Digital Twin technology, combining geographical, weather, sensor data with physical models and AI. This enables real-time optimization and future scenario simulations, reducing heat loss by 20%, CO2 emissions by 10%, and fuel costs by 5-10%.