PinPoint Analytics
Seed Round in 2024
PinPoint Analytics is the first AI-powered construction data platform that analyzes millions of data points using advanced Machine Learning algorithms. Comprehensive insights into every project with real-time pricing data, leveraging hundreds of factors including weather patterns, market conditions, and historical trend analysis.
Puraffinity
Series A in 2024
Puraffinity Ltd., established in London in 2015, specialises in innovative water treatment solutions. The company designs and develops precision materials, notably a sustainable adsorbent capable of removing challenging pollutants like pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS from contaminated water and wastewater. Utilising advanced supramolecular chemistry methods, Puraffinity's technology binds target chemicals selectively, enabling clients to meet stringent regulations and protect local ecosystems sustainably.
ZwitterCo
Series B in 2024
ZwitterCo specializes in advanced membrane solutions for the treatment of highly impaired wastewater, enabling the reuse and recycling of water resources in industrial applications. The company's innovative reverse osmosis and nanofiltration technologies address the challenges of treating historically unfilterable streams by preventing fouling caused by organic molecules. ZwitterCo's membranes are chlorine-tolerant, back-washable, and resistant to irreversible fouling, which enhances their longevity and performance. By transforming wastewater from a liability into a valuable resource, ZwitterCo helps clients manage their water treatment needs more economically and sustainably, reducing chemical demands and improving operational efficiency.
Vartega
Venture Round in 2024
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Aclarity, LLC is a United States-based manufacturer specializing in innovative water purification devices for residential use. Founded in 2017, the company develops advanced electrochemical water treatment systems that effectively eliminate contaminants such as pathogens, metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and ammonia from water. Aclarity's patented technology aims to provide cost-effective, low-maintenance solutions for comprehensive water treatment, catering to the growing need for clean water and addressing pollution challenges in both water and wastewater systems. As a venture capital-backed cleantech startup, Aclarity is focused on revolutionizing the water treatment industry with its cutting-edge approach.
Puraffinity
Series A in 2023
Puraffinity Ltd., established in London in 2015, specialises in innovative water treatment solutions. The company designs and develops precision materials, notably a sustainable adsorbent capable of removing challenging pollutants like pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS from contaminated water and wastewater. Utilising advanced supramolecular chemistry methods, Puraffinity's technology binds target chemicals selectively, enabling clients to meet stringent regulations and protect local ecosystems sustainably.
Transcend Software
Series B in 2023
Trancend’s mission is to transform the way engineering firms, utilities, and technology suppliers assess and design critical infrastructure. Transcend was started to help transform the culture of these firms by providing software that automates the preliminary engineering of any kind of vertical asset. As these firms implement Transcend’s software it lowers costs, increases revenue (bid on more projects, faster, with more detail in less time), and frees up engineers to evaluate innovative technologies and sustainable design approaches, transcending the standard and sub-optimal solutions of years past.
Bind-X is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing the sustainability of various industries through innovative applications. The company specializes in the development of microbiologically induced bio-cement, which utilizes a bio-geochemical process to facilitate calcium carbonate precipitation within soil. This technology enables clients to transform sand into bricks, providing an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution for dust control and pollution management. By optimizing biotechnological processes, Bind-X aims to improve both the sustainability and profitability of its clients' operations.
Material Evolution
Series A in 2023
Material Evolution is a manufacturing enterprise dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the cement industry. It employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to innovate a low-cost, energy-efficient production process for sustainable concrete, utilizing hyper-local waste streams as primary materials. This approach enables the construction sector to meet its sustainability objectives while offering a viable alternative to traditional Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC).
Solarcycle
Series A in 2023
Solarcycle is a solar technology company focused on creating a circular economy for solar and renewable energy sectors. It specializes in recycling and reusing decommissioned solar panels and technologies, providing an affordable and eco-friendly service to solar asset owners. Utilizing its patented technology, Solarcycle can recover up to 95% of valuable metals such as silver, silicon, copper, and aluminum from solar panels. Additionally, the company repurposes or recycles panels that are still in use, contributing to the sustainability of clean energy by making it completely renewable.
Vartega
Seed Round in 2022
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Upclub is a blockchain-based social NFT project focused on creating cultural experiences and entertainment for its members. Utilizing Web3 and NFT technology, Upclub fosters a vibrant community where members can participate in various activities, including parties, networking events, concerts, and musicals. The platform also allows members to host their own events, providing opportunities for engagement and collaboration. By leveraging innovative technology, Upclub aims to enhance connections among its members and support their growth within the community.
Circulor Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing a blockchain-based traceability system for industrial supply chains. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Dublin, Circulor serves a diverse clientele, including car manufacturers, electric vehicle battery producers, commodity traders, and miners. The company's innovative platform leverages blockchain technology and artificial intelligence to enhance the traceability and due diligence processes in raw material sourcing. By tracking materials, emissions, and compliance throughout the supply chain, Circulor enables its customers to secure deliveries, manage payments, and verify the provenance of their raw materials, supporting their sustainability and responsible sourcing objectives.
6K is a company that specializes in advanced microwave plasma technology, focusing on the development of engineered materials for diverse industries such as additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, 6K utilizes its proprietary Unimelt systems to produce high-purity materials rapidly, significantly reducing production time from days to seconds while cutting energy consumption by two-thirds and eliminating wastewater. The company's innovative approach allows for the creation of premium powders and battery cathode materials tailored to specific industry needs, emphasizing sustainability throughout its processes. By leveraging sustainable input streams and precise manufacturing techniques, 6K aims to minimize waste and enhance the quality and performance of the materials it produces, thereby advancing various sectors in the materials engineering landscape.
H2O
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
H2O is a data-backed stable asset with a managed float regime that serves as a medium of exchange and unit of account in decentralized data marketplaces.
Valerann Ltd, founded in 2014 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, with an additional office in London, specializes in manufacturing wireless sensors and developing software aimed at improving roadway operations. The company offers a range of products, including V-API for data accumulation, a cloud control center for data analysis and consolidation, and Sense-X for analyzing the relationship between vehicles and road lanes. Valerann's solutions empower road network operators by transforming complex data from road infrastructure into actionable insights, enhancing traffic management and safety. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Valerann's platform provides real-time, high-resolution information that enables swift responses to traffic situations, ultimately aiming to reduce accidents, alleviate congestion, and support the development of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles.
Biosynthetic Technologies
Series A in 2022
Biosynthetic Technologies, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-based synthetic oils derived from organic fatty acids found in plant oils, catering to the lubricant, specialty chemical, and cosmetic industries. The company produces a diverse range of biosynthetic base oils suitable for applications such as passenger car motor oils, marine lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and food-grade lubricants, among others. These oils are designed to outperform traditional petroleum-based products while being sustainable, biodegradable, and non-toxic. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with a production facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Biosynthetic Technologies holds a robust portfolio of patents protecting its innovative biosynthetic formulations.
Duality Robotics Inc. specializes in human-robot interaction and robotics simulation tools, focusing on industrial applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, the company offers an autonomy simulator for digital twins and an enterprise metaverse that facilitates the generation of synthetic data at scale. By leveraging artificial intelligence-powered human testers and simulation environments, Duality enables robotics teams to efficiently test and train autonomous vehicles, including sidewalks, cars, and trucks, in a virtual setting. This approach accelerates the time-to-market for various robotics applications, making advanced simulation accessible to machine learning, robotics, and engineering teams.
Seeded Network
Seed Round in 2021
Seeded Network is a borrowing and lending protocol that integrates traditional decentralized finance (DeFi) with an incubator project aimed at fostering innovation in the cryptocurrency space. The company focuses on creating a network of DeFi products that utilizes seeded tokens for synchronized usage. Its platform offers a range of services, including borrowing, lending, and staking, which are designed to provide an accessible and rewarding experience for both investors and startups. By allowing users to lend digital assets for competitive returns, leverage assets as collateral for borrowing, and earn rewards through staking, Seeded Network aims to disrupt the DeFi landscape and facilitate meaningful engagement within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
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.
Waggle operates as a decentralized marketplace that facilitates investment diversification for retail investors while offering project teams essential liquidity to sustain their innovations. By developing a cross-chain protocol, Waggle allows retail investors to engage in primary market investments, thereby enhancing their opportunities to contribute to and benefit from the success of the projects they support. This approach not only empowers investors but also creates value for project teams by ensuring access to liquidity, which is crucial for the ongoing development and continuity of their initiatives.
Carbon Limit
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Carbon Limit is a technology company founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, specializing in innovative solutions for carbon capture and storage. The company has developed a process that transforms concrete into a permanent carbon capture medium. This technology allows for the partial replacement of traditional Portland cement with a carbon-negative alternative, enabling concrete to attract, capture, and permanently store CO2 directly from the atmosphere. By integrating this solution into construction projects, Carbon Limit helps customers reduce their carbon footprints and achieve their sustainability goals while generating high-quality carbon credits.
OnStation
Seed Round in 2021
OnStation is a technology company that develops a mobile application designed to enhance job site efficiency for construction and roadway projects. The app provides instant access to job site locations, project plans, and a communication platform for teams, facilitating better collaboration among workers. Its key feature, the Station Finder, allows users to quickly identify their location on the job site, utilizing a statewide milepost network for added convenience. By streamlining access to critical data and reducing downtime and potential errors, OnStation aims to improve project management and ensure consistency across various construction tasks, particularly on smaller jobs where traditional survey data may be limited.
PowerTech Water
Series B in 2021
PowerTech Water, Inc. is a company specializing in water treatment solutions, focusing on the development and marketing of innovative products. It offers CapCo, an electrochemical filter designed to effectively remove a range of metals from water, including lead, copper, manganese, iron, silver, gold, mercury, zinc, nickel, and aluminum. The company's technology serves various industries, including batteries, microelectronics, electroplating, automotive, metal finishing, mining, food and beverage, and oil and gas. Founded in 2014, PowerTech Water is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, and is committed to providing chemical-free wastewater treatment solutions.
Transcend Software
Venture Round in 2021
Trancend’s mission is to transform the way engineering firms, utilities, and technology suppliers assess and design critical infrastructure. Transcend was started to help transform the culture of these firms by providing software that automates the preliminary engineering of any kind of vertical asset. As these firms implement Transcend’s software it lowers costs, increases revenue (bid on more projects, faster, with more detail in less time), and frees up engineers to evaluate innovative technologies and sustainable design approaches, transcending the standard and sub-optimal solutions of years past.
Pretred
Seed Round in 2021
Pretred is a company based in Lakewood, Colorado, that specializes in repurposing waste tires and plastics into innovative industrial use barriers and blocks. Founded in 2020, Pretred focuses on creating sustainable products that serve as alternatives to traditional concrete, known for its substantial environmental impact. By offering these green products, the company aims to lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduce carbon footprints, making it easier for governments, construction companies, and private entities to adopt more environmentally friendly solutions at subsidized costs.
Romeo Power, Inc. is an energy technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of lithium-ion battery modules and packs specifically for commercial electric vehicles. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Vernon, California, the company aims to facilitate sustainable transportation by offering energy-dense battery systems that provide superior performance, including enhanced acceleration, extended range, and improved safety. Romeo Power's product lineup includes Hermes modules tailored for trucks and buses, and the Brown Recluse, a passive cooling system that optimizes heat transfer and can be integrated into various vehicle configurations. The company’s solutions are customizable and scalable, supported by a proprietary battery management system that enhances the longevity and efficiency of its battery offerings.
Ateios Inc. is a technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, specializing in the development of ultra-thin and customizable batteries for use in flexible electronics. Founded in 2018, Ateios focuses on zinc-oxide battery technology, which offers significantly higher energy density compared to traditional coin cells. The company's innovative manufacturing process enables the production of batteries that can be tailored to fit the specific requirements of various applications, including smart textiles, soft robotics, Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, and wearable medical and fitness patches. By advancing the capabilities of thin and flexible electronics, Ateios is positioned to support the growing demand for integrated energy solutions in diverse industries.
MITO Material Solutions, Inc. is a specialty chemical company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with an additional office in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on developing and manufacturing graphene-based hybrid polymer modifiers and additives that enhance material performance across various industries. MITO's flagship product, the MITO T-Series, is a nano-additive that, when mixed with epoxies or resins, significantly improves the toughness of composite parts by up to 100% while reducing the likelihood of mechanical failure by 80%. This innovative solution allows industries such as aerospace, automotive, and marine to either increase the durability of their products or reduce the amount of material used, leading to cost savings and lighter components. MITO's products are applicable to a wide range of materials, including ester resins, BPA and BPF epoxies, and thermoplastics, making them versatile for use in manufacturing processes involving fiberglass, carbon fiber, and other composite materials.
Equispheres
Series B in 2020
Equispheres Inc. is a Canadian company based in Ottawa that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of ultra-high-performance spherical metal powders. Founded in 2015, Equispheres focuses on applications in additive manufacturing and metal spray coatings, particularly within the aerospace and automotive industries. The company utilizes advanced atomization technology to produce spherical metal powders that are characterized by their uniformity, excellent flowability, and narrow particle size distribution. This technology allows for precise manipulation of key properties such as size, sphericity, and oxygen content, enhancing the performance and quality of end-use products. Equispheres aims to facilitate the adoption of industrial additive manufacturing by providing innovative materials that improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
Wildnote
Seed Round in 2020
Wildnote Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, specializes in developing a cloud-based application for streamlining environmental data management. The company's platform enables users to create custom survey forms, deploy them to field staff, manage photos, and generate reports in standard formats. Serving industries such as environmental compliance, ecological restoration, and cultural resource management, Wildnote caters to prominent clients like AECOM and Jacobs Engineering, indirectly supporting large-scale utility projects. Its cross-platform mobile app and web app, along with a library of prebuilt forms and customizable capabilities, enhance productivity and work quality while saving time and money.
P2 Science
Series C in 2020
P2 Science, Inc. is a bio-renewable chemistry company based in Woodbridge, Connecticut, that specializes in developing and producing specialty chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks, such as vegetable oils. Founded in 2009 by a team including Yale scientists, P2 Science has created innovative process technologies that transform these sustainable materials into high-value products, including ingredients for flavors, fragrances, and cosmetics, which are traditionally sourced from petrochemicals. The company's offerings cater to various industries, including household and industrial cleaning, personal care, agriculture, environmental remediation, and more. P2 Science aims to support businesses in decarbonizing the chemical industry by providing renewable alternatives to conventional petrochemical ingredients. With a laboratory in New Haven, the company collaborates with major partners across the supply chain to further enhance its technology and market reach.
Duality
Venture Round in 2019
Duality Robotics Inc. specializes in human-robot interaction and robotics simulation tools, focusing on industrial applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, the company offers an autonomy simulator for digital twins and an enterprise metaverse that facilitates the generation of synthetic data at scale. By leveraging artificial intelligence-powered human testers and simulation environments, Duality enables robotics teams to efficiently test and train autonomous vehicles, including sidewalks, cars, and trucks, in a virtual setting. This approach accelerates the time-to-market for various robotics applications, making advanced simulation accessible to machine learning, robotics, and engineering teams.
Romeo Power
Venture Round in 2019
Romeo Power, Inc. is an energy technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of lithium-ion battery modules and packs specifically for commercial electric vehicles. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Vernon, California, the company aims to facilitate sustainable transportation by offering energy-dense battery systems that provide superior performance, including enhanced acceleration, extended range, and improved safety. Romeo Power's product lineup includes Hermes modules tailored for trucks and buses, and the Brown Recluse, a passive cooling system that optimizes heat transfer and can be integrated into various vehicle configurations. The company’s solutions are customizable and scalable, supported by a proprietary battery management system that enhances the longevity and efficiency of its battery offerings.
Puraffinity
Seed Round in 2019
Puraffinity Ltd., established in London in 2015, specialises in innovative water treatment solutions. The company designs and develops precision materials, notably a sustainable adsorbent capable of removing challenging pollutants like pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS from contaminated water and wastewater. Utilising advanced supramolecular chemistry methods, Puraffinity's technology binds target chemicals selectively, enabling clients to meet stringent regulations and protect local ecosystems sustainably.
Biosynthetic Technologies
Series A in 2019
Biosynthetic Technologies, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-based synthetic oils derived from organic fatty acids found in plant oils, catering to the lubricant, specialty chemical, and cosmetic industries. The company produces a diverse range of biosynthetic base oils suitable for applications such as passenger car motor oils, marine lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and food-grade lubricants, among others. These oils are designed to outperform traditional petroleum-based products while being sustainable, biodegradable, and non-toxic. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with a production facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Biosynthetic Technologies holds a robust portfolio of patents protecting its innovative biosynthetic formulations.
Epogee
Venture Round in 2019
Epogee LLC is an Indianapolis-based company that specializes in the development and production of fat replacement food ingredients and flavor enhancers. Established in 2018, the company offers a diverse portfolio of ingredients designed to reduce calorie and fat content without compromising taste. Its products are suitable for various food applications, including confectioneries, baked goods, frozen dairy, spreads, dips, peanut butters, grain products, and pastas. Epogee's ingredients are formulated to be gluten-free, allergen-free, and vegan, using natural vegetable oils that are free from genetically modified materials. This enables food manufacturers to enhance the nutritional profile and taste of their products while maintaining overall performance.
Renewal Mill
Seed Round in 2019
Renewal Mill is an ingredients company based in Oakland, California, that focuses on reducing food waste by upcycling byproducts from food manufacturing. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in transforming okara, a byproduct of soymilk production, into high-quality, gluten-free flour that is rich in protein and fiber. Renewal Mill uses this flour to create a variety of baked goods, including a vegan okara chocolate chip cookie, which are sold online and at select convenience stores in the Bay Area. The company's innovative approach not only addresses food waste but also aims to improve nutrition and promote a circular economy in the food industry. Additionally, Renewal Mill is exploring other byproduct sources from various nuts and legumes to expand its product offerings and reach nationwide distribution.