Imperative Ventures

Imperative Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2019 and located in Stillwater, Minnesota. The firm focuses on investing in hard tech startups that aim to decarbonize essential industries, including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, and construction. By targeting these sectors, Imperative Ventures seeks to support innovative solutions that address environmental challenges and promote sustainability in foundational industries.

Jan van Dokkum

Chairman

Thomas Erickson JD

Co-Founder and Partner

Pulakesh Mukherjee Ph.D

Co-Founder and Partner

William Tynan

Partner

2 past transactions

RedoxBlox

Series A in 2024
RedoxBlox develops thermochemical energy storage technology to decarbonize high-temperature industrial thermal processing and provide long-duration energy storage for the grid. The technology enables continuous high-temperature heat while integrating with existing infrastructure to replace natural gas combustion, supporting electrification and renewables deployment. It reduces carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides emissions, enhances safety and resilience, and aims to lower total capital cost for industrial processors and power plant operators. By delivering scalable, long-duration heat, RedoxBlox helps industries leverage renewable energy and move toward low-emission operations.

Solidia Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Solidia Technologies is an advanced materials company that develops low‑energy processes for building and construction products. Its proprietary technology captures and stores CO₂ in concrete, turning the gas into a useful component of the material. The company’s solutions enable the production of cement, concrete, and stone alternatives that deliver higher performance while reducing energy use and waste. By integrating artificial intelligence into the manufacturing workflow, Solidia improves quality control, cuts material waste, and lowers carbon emissions, supporting a more sustainable construction industry. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey, the firm serves the concrete and cement sectors worldwide.
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