Inopower
Acquisition in 2023
Inopower is engaged in the manufacturing of automated industrial machinery, specializing in the production of E-boilers and Power-To-Heat solutions. The company provides a range of products and services, including electric boilers and systems for remote control and dispatching of distributed power assets. Inopower also offers virtual power plant solutions, grid code compliance, and algorithms for power grid balancing. Through these offerings, the company aims to deliver reliable electrification systems while contributing to reduced decarbonization efforts for its clients.
SCADA International
Acquisition in 2022
SCADA International specializes in real-time Supervisory Control systems, offering consulting services, system engineering, and application software development tailored for the renewable energy sector. The company assists clients in optimizing production and reducing costs by providing intelligent hardware and software solutions that collect live data from diverse sources and transform it into actionable insights. Their comprehensive services encompass consultation for hardware production, software development, network design, solution installation, surveillance, and maintenance.
Embriq
Acquisition in 2020
Embriq is a developer of information technology software applications that cater to various sectors, including energy, retail, and industrial markets. The company has created a comprehensive application portfolio focused on the AMS value chain, providing innovative communications solutions for power companies and industrial end-users. By enabling clients to embrace digitalization, Embriq helps them meet the growing demands for sustainability in their operations.
Rope Partner
Acquisition in 2020
Rope Partner, Inc. is a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and inspection services for wind turbines, headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, with a regional office in Abilene, Texas, and additional locations across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1998, the company specializes in a range of services including turbine cleaning, mechanical inspections, and blade repair, which encompass cleaning of hydraulic and gear box oils, fiberglass repairs, and lightning protection assessments. Rope Partner's team of WindCorps technicians has successfully completed numerous projects for major manufacturers and wind farm owners, employing safe and environmentally responsible practices to enhance turbine availability and longevity. The company also offers training and consulting services, including tower rescue and SPRAT rope access training, to ensure safety and compliance in the industry. With a commitment to delivering cost-effective solutions, Rope Partner effectively reduces turbine downtime and extends the operational lifespan of wind energy assets.
Cyberhawk Innovations
Debt Financing in 2019
Cyberhawk Innovations Limited specializes in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services, focusing on industrial inspections and surveys. The company uses UAVs, also known as drones, to conduct close visual and thermal inspections of industrial assets, both onshore and offshore. These inspections cover a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, utilities, wind, and infrastructure. Cyberhawk's services extend to topographic surveys, environmental impact assessments, and 3D modeling. The company delivers results through its proprietary software, iHawk, which converts UAV data into management information. Cyberhawk, established in 2008, operates globally with offices in the UK, US, Malaysia, and the UAE.
Cyberhawk Innovations
Acquisition in 2019
Cyberhawk Innovations Limited specializes in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services, focusing on industrial inspections and surveys. The company uses UAVs, also known as drones, to conduct close visual and thermal inspections of industrial assets, both onshore and offshore. These inspections cover a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, utilities, wind, and infrastructure. Cyberhawk's services extend to topographic surveys, environmental impact assessments, and 3D modeling. The company delivers results through its proprietary software, iHawk, which converts UAV data into management information. Cyberhawk, established in 2008, operates globally with offices in the UK, US, Malaysia, and the UAE.
Stem, Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Millbrae, California with operations in Canada, specializes in providing energy storage solutions and software to businesses aimed at managing energy costs. The company offers Athena, a sophisticated software that leverages big data and machine learning to optimize energy usage timing with high precision. Stem also provides subscription-based models that include automated savings, risk protection, sustainable innovation, and solar energy storage solutions. Additionally, the company deploys distributed batteries in commercial and industrial buildings. Stem's approach involves analyzing electricity consumption patterns of various businesses and designing solutions that protect companies from high electricity costs without altering their operational methods. By combining big data, predictive analytics, and energy storage, Stem helps reduce electric costs for businesses and contributes to grid services.
Limejump, established in 2012 and headquartered in London, specializes in operating a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) platform that optimizes energy market participation for customers with electricity-generating or consuming assets in the UK. The company's platform integrates cloud-based software, smart devices, and analytical tools to connect assets, send signals, and analyze performance. Limejump offers services such as access to the Balancing Mechanism, Power Purchase Agreements, and frequency response products. By leveraging big data analytics and insights, the company empowers businesses and generators to create new revenue streams and contribute to a greener energy future. Limejump connects customers to National Grid's demand response programs, compensating them for shifting or reducing energy usage to maintain grid balance. As of 2019, Limejump operates as a subsidiary of Shell Petroleum.