Ucaneo is an environmental services company focused on developing innovative carbon removal technology aimed at capturing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The company's approach utilizes a water-based bioreactor equipped with an enzymatically enhanced biomembrane. This technology enables clients to effectively reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. Ucaneo's solutions are designed to address the urgent need for sustainable methods to combat rising carbon levels and promote environmental health.
NovoNutrients
Series A in 2024
NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.
Novalith Technologies is a climate technology company focused on transforming lithium production through innovative extraction and refining processes. Its proprietary LiCAL technology utilizes carbon dioxide in the extraction of lithium chemicals, which significantly lowers the need for equipment, chemical reagents, water, and energy compared to traditional methods. This approach not only reduces capital and production costs but also minimizes the environmental impact by creating a smaller emissions footprint. By providing a carbon-sustainable solution, Novalith enables its clients to enhance sustainability outcomes and aims to revolutionize the global battery supply chain.
GreenLight Biosciences
Post in 2022
GreenLight Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Medford, Massachusetts, with an additional location in North Carolina. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in developing RNA-based solutions for agricultural and pharmaceutical purposes. It offers a proprietary technology platform that enables the efficient and cost-effective production of high-quality RNA, facilitating advancements in vaccine development, pandemic response, crop management, and the protection of pollinators. GreenLight develops mRNA-based vaccine candidates, including those aimed at preventing SARS-CoV-2 infections, and engages in collaborative efforts with industry leaders to further enhance its offerings. Through its innovative approach, GreenLight aims to contribute significantly to sustainable global development and food security.
Vibrant Planet
Seed Round in 2022
Vibrant Planet is a company focused on enhancing land management through innovative technology solutions aimed at accelerating land restoration efforts. Founded in 2004 by Allison Wolff and headquartered in Incline Village, Nevada, the company develops a cloud-based planning and monitoring tool that assists communities and ecosystems in adapting to climate change. By collaborating with scientists, land management professionals, and policymakers, Vibrant Planet creates a platform that facilitates collaborative planning and informed decision-making. Their technology is designed to help save lives, prevent infrastructure loss, and restore natural systems that provide essential services such as carbon storage, clean water, and biodiversity support, ultimately fostering a more resilient and equitable future for society.
Terviva, established in 2010, is a food and agriculture company focused on producing sustainable plant-based food ingredients derived from the pongamia tree. The company specializes in high-yielding, patented pongamia trees and employs proprietary processing techniques to create oil and protein ingredients that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By restoring farmland to productive use, Terviva supports farmers in their efforts to provide food while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The company's approach emphasizes responsible sourcing and sustainability, positioning it as a leader in the development of alternative food ingredients that contribute to healthier ecosystems and communities.
Hazel Technologies
Series C in 2021
Hazel Technologies develops and produces postharvest technologies that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. The company’s core product is a carton insert that releases ethylene inhibitors, such as 1‑MCP, to slow respiration and aging in fruits and vegetables, thereby reducing spoilage and waste. In addition to its hardware, Hazel offers horticultural consulting and supply‑chain solutions that help growers, shippers, and retailers optimize storage conditions and inventory management. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional site in Salinas, California. Its technologies have been validated by academic research and supported by USDA funding, positioning Hazel as a key player in improving the efficiency and sustainability of the fresh‑produce supply chain.
Ocean Rainforest
Venture Round in 2020
Ocean Rainforest, Inc. is a company based in Santa Barbara, California, that specializes in the cultivation of seaweed in open ocean installations. Founded in 2007, the company has developed a unique structural system for macroalgae farming in pristine ocean waters, along with onshore processes that ensure the seaweed is stored in a stable condition. Ocean Rainforest offers a range of premium, fully traceable seaweed products that cater primarily to food and cosmetic producers. These products are recognized for their health benefits, as they are rich in proteins, antioxidants, minerals, essential trace elements, dietary fibers, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, positioning them as nutritious superfoods.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Quidnet Energy
Series B in 2020
Quidnet Energy Inc. is a technology-driven energy company based in Houston, Texas, with additional offices in San Francisco and Saratoga Springs, New York. Founded in 2013, the company specializes in developing grid-scale energy storage systems that utilize innovative hydroelectric storage technology. Quidnet's approach involves pumping and storing water under pressure in subsurface geological reservoirs. This stored energy is released when needed to drive hydroelectric turbines, thus generating electricity to support the carbon-free electric grid, particularly during times when renewable energy sources are insufficient. Through its advanced use of well-drilling and construction techniques, Quidnet Energy aims to enhance energy reliability and sustainability.
GreenLight Biosciences
Series D in 2020
GreenLight Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Medford, Massachusetts, with an additional location in North Carolina. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in developing RNA-based solutions for agricultural and pharmaceutical purposes. It offers a proprietary technology platform that enables the efficient and cost-effective production of high-quality RNA, facilitating advancements in vaccine development, pandemic response, crop management, and the protection of pollinators. GreenLight develops mRNA-based vaccine candidates, including those aimed at preventing SARS-CoV-2 infections, and engages in collaborative efforts with industry leaders to further enhance its offerings. Through its innovative approach, GreenLight aims to contribute significantly to sustainable global development and food security.
Terviva, established in 2010, is a food and agriculture company focused on producing sustainable plant-based food ingredients derived from the pongamia tree. The company specializes in high-yielding, patented pongamia trees and employs proprietary processing techniques to create oil and protein ingredients that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By restoring farmland to productive use, Terviva supports farmers in their efforts to provide food while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The company's approach emphasizes responsible sourcing and sustainability, positioning it as a leader in the development of alternative food ingredients that contribute to healthier ecosystems and communities.