Altilium Clean Technology
Series B in 2025
Altilium Clean Technology offers transition of energy from fossil-based to zero-carbon by decarbonizing the supply of e-vehicles.
Green Rubber Group
Venture Round in 2024
Green Rubber Group is a rubber manufacturing company based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, specializing in the production of green rubber tires made from recycled materials. The company utilizes DeLink technology to significantly diminish the environmental impact associated with traditional tire disposal methods, such as burning. By recycling tire waste, Green Rubber Group offers innovative solutions that enable customers to create Green Rubber compounds tailored for various rubber product applications. This approach not only contributes to climate change mitigation but also provides a sustainable alternative for the rubber manufacturing industry.
Kyoto Fusioneering
Series C in 2024
Kyoto Fusioneering is a privately funded technology start-up established in 2019 and based in Kyoto, Japan. The company specializes in the development of advanced technologies for commercial fusion reactors, aiming to facilitate the practical realization of fusion energy. Its offerings include gyrotron systems, tritium fuel cycle technologies, and breeding blankets for tritium production and power generation. By providing innovative solutions such as liquid metal and molten salt systems, as well as tritium treatment and high-frequency microwave gyrotron technologies, Kyoto Fusioneering supports both public and private fusion developers globally. The company's efforts are directed toward making fusion a viable and sustainable energy source, contributing to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions and addressing the global energy challenge.
Aircastle
Private Equity Round in 2024
Aircastle Limited is a company based in Stamford, Connecticut, that specializes in the leasing, financing, selling, and management of commercial flight equipment for airlines globally. Founded in 2004, Aircastle has built a diverse portfolio of modern and operationally efficient aircraft, which includes 287 jets leased to 85 customers across 49 countries as of December 31, 2019. The company focuses on providing high-utility commercial jet aircraft, ensuring a wide operator base and adapting to the evolving needs of the airline industry. As of March 2020, Aircastle operates as a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation.
Wheels
Venture Round in 2024
Established in 1939 as the world’s first automotive fleet management company, Wheels, Inc. is now one of the largest privately-held companies in North America. Managing 320,000 vehicles across North America and possessing capabilities in 54 countries, Wheels retains a client base consisting of some of the best-known businesses in the world. Unmatched in fleet experience and undistracted in focus, Wheels provides personal service and technological advancements that maximize the value of fleet. In addition to vehicle acquisition and leasing, Wheels provides numerous specialized services such as maintenance management, fuel cards, and strategic account-level consultation to drive optimal fleet results.
Bumper is a payment platform tailored for car dealerships, focusing on a vehicle finance solution that aids drivers in managing repair and servicing costs. The company offers flexible payment options, allowing drivers to finance their repair expenses through interest-free installments. Bumper collaborates with accredited repair professionals to ensure quality service, while also simplifying the paperwork involved in the financing process. This approach enables drivers to efficiently handle the financial aspects of vehicle maintenance without the burden of high upfront costs.
AiDASH is making critical infrastructure industries climate resilient and sustainable. Using our satellite-first platform for grid inspection and monitoring, our AI applications enable electric and gas utilities and landowners to transform how they manage and maintain their assets. Our customers deliver ROI in their first year of deployment with reduced costs, improved reliability, and advancements in sustainability goals. AiDASH exists to safeguard critical infrastructure and secure the future of humanAIty™. Learn more at www.aidash.com.
D-Orbit S.r.l. is an Italian New Space company focused on providing comprehensive solutions for the satellite lifecycle, including design, development, launch, commissioning, and safe decommissioning. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Sesto Fiorentino, Italy, with additional offices in Washington, DC, and Lisbon, Portugal, D-Orbit specializes in space logistics and orbital transportation services. The company's innovative devices facilitate the safe disposal of artificial satellites at the end of their operational lives, addressing the critical issue of space debris. By streamlining satellite missions and offering services such as last-mile delivery, mission control, and space waste management, D-Orbit aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and create a positive environmental impact while delivering value to satellite owners and operators. With a dedicated team of approximately 35 employees, D-Orbit is committed to advancing the space sector through sustainable practices and effective solutions.
Skeleton Technologies
Series E in 2023
Skeleton Technologies is a manufacturer and developer of ultracapacitors that utilize a patented curved graphene material to provide high-energy and high-power-density energy storage solutions. The company specializes in delivering advanced energy storage systems that offer significantly enhanced performance, achieving twice the energy density and four times the power density compared to traditional products. Its ultracapacitors are designed for various applications in automotive, transportation, industrial, and renewable energy sectors, enabling these industries to improve efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and lower carbon emissions. Skeleton Technologies serves a diverse clientele that includes engineering firms, the European Space Agency, and several Tier 1 automotive manufacturers.
Aircastle
Private Equity Round in 2023
Aircastle Limited is a company based in Stamford, Connecticut, that specializes in the leasing, financing, selling, and management of commercial flight equipment for airlines globally. Founded in 2004, Aircastle has built a diverse portfolio of modern and operationally efficient aircraft, which includes 287 jets leased to 85 customers across 49 countries as of December 31, 2019. The company focuses on providing high-utility commercial jet aircraft, ensuring a wide operator base and adapting to the evolving needs of the airline industry. As of March 2020, Aircastle operates as a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation.
KitchenTown
Corporate Round in 2023
KitchenTown is a local food hub that operates a production facility aimed at supporting early-stage food startups. The company focuses on developing, commercializing, and launching innovative food and food tech brands. By fostering a dynamic community of entrepreneurs and industry change-makers, KitchenTown seeks to inspire and empower the next generation of food startups in an evolving food landscape.
TradeWaltz
Corporate Round in 2023
TradeWaltz is a digital trade platform that focuses on enhancing the efficiency of trade documentation and information sharing among trade-related participants. By utilizing distributed ledgers, the company digitizes trade documents and creates structured, accessible data records that ensure the authenticity of digital documents. This approach facilitates a seamless flow of information between corporate systems and incorporates measures to prevent money laundering. TradeWaltz minimizes the risks of multiple data entries and transcription errors, thus streamlining administrative procedures and fostering a smoother, more connected trade environment. Ultimately, the platform promotes trust and collaboration among all stakeholders in the trading process.
Kolte-Patil Developers
Post in 2022
Kolte-Patil Developers Ltd, founded over two decades ago and headquartered in Pune, is a prominent real estate company recognized for its philosophy of "Creation, not construction." With a portfolio of completed developments exceeding 1 crore square feet, the company has established itself as Pune's largest developer and has expanded its presence to Bengaluru and upscale redevelopment projects in Mumbai. Kolte-Patil engages in the construction of various real estate segments, including residential, commercial, IT parks, and integrated townships, while also offering project management services and renting immovable properties. The company's mission focuses on creating spaces that harmonize with their surroundings, emphasizing vitality and aesthetic appeal. Guided by core values such as honesty, innovation, excellence, and sustainability, Kolte-Patil is committed to delivering quality living and working environments that are designed to meet both present and future needs.
Gojo & Company
Series E in 2022
Gojo & Company Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on enhancing financial inclusion for underserved communities globally. Founded in 2014, the company operates through its subsidiaries, including Microfinance Delta International and Sejaya Micro Credit, to provide microfinance services. Gojo partners with financial service providers across 13 countries in Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Africa. The company's mission is to ensure that individuals can transcend their circumstances and shape their futures by gaining access to quality and affordable financial services. Through its investments in microfinance institutions, Gojo aims to empower clients in developing regions to improve their lives and achieve financial stability.
LineVision
Series C in 2022
LineVision, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing advanced transmission line monitoring systems for electric utilities. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, LineVision offers a patented non-contact sensor technology that enables real-time monitoring and analytics of overhead power lines. This system provides crucial insights into the health and performance of transmission lines, allowing utilities to enhance capacity, reliability, and safety without the need for scheduled outages or specialized installation equipment. Key features of LineVision's platform include asset management, dynamic line ratings, and a secure web interface for data and analytics. By leveraging these capabilities, LineVision supports utility partners in their efforts to improve grid resilience and facilitate the energy transition.
Moxion Power
Series B in 2022
Moxion Power is a developer of zero-emission generators and off-road equipment, focusing on providing sustainable energy solutions to various sectors, including construction, events and entertainment, utilities, electric vehicle fleet operators, and government agencies. The company specializes in temporary mobile power units that operate on electric power and feature automatic swapping functionality. This innovative approach allows clients to meet their temporary energy requirements in an environmentally friendly manner, thereby promoting cleaner energy usage across multiple industries.
Carbon Clean Solutions
Series C in 2022
Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.
D-ID is a software development company that specializes in face recognition technologies and artificial intelligence solutions for various industries, including Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, D-ID offers a range of products, including de-identification software that enhances identity theft protection and ensures compliance with regulations by removing sensitive biometric data from facial images. The company also provides tools for photo protection, facial blurring, and face authentication. Furthermore, D-ID's technology facilitates the creation of engaging video content through talking avatars, supporting applications in marketing, e-learning, corporate training, and content creation. Their platform is designed to enable natural interactions with technology through AI-generated media, promoting a more personalized user experience.
Pace is a fintech company that offers an online payment platform specializing in buy-now-pay-later services. This service enables users to shop confidently without incurring interest or hidden fees. By allowing customers to split their purchases into three interest-free installments, Pace provides a flexible way for shoppers to manage their spending while still accessing the items they need or desire. The platform's technology effectively matches users with suitable spending limits, enhancing their overall shopping experience.
NeuroBlade
Series B in 2021
NeuroBlade is an Israeli technology company that develops AI inference processors and computational memory-based solutions to accelerate analytics for data centers and end devices. Its hardware and software stack is designed to support any AI topology while addressing memory bottlenecks, enabling faster analytics and reduced time to insights. The company leverages proprietary computational memory technology and expertise in hardware, software, and algorithms to lower costs and power consumption compared with traditional accelerators. Founded in the late 2010s, NeuroBlade is headquartered in Tel Aviv with operations in Taipei and Palo Alto, reflecting a global footprint. The company aims to redefine analytics acceleration for large data workloads by delivering high-performance, energy-efficient processing that improves query performance across enterprise applications.
Orbit Fab
Venture Round in 2021
Orbit Fab, Inc. is a company focused on developing orbital propellant depots to support satellite servicing operations. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Orbit Fab creates infrastructure that offers satellite propellant supply in Earth orbit, thereby enhancing the operational capabilities of both existing and new space assets. Its product offerings include the Rapidly Attachable Fluid Transfer Interface (RAFTI) for on-orbit refueling, as well as various prototypes for rigid tankers designed for the International Space Station (ISS). By enabling more flexible fuel management, Orbit Fab aims to facilitate the growth of a sustainable in-space market that supports a range of industries, including communications, Earth observation, space tourism, manufacturing, and mining.
Skeleton Technologies
Series D in 2021
Skeleton Technologies is a manufacturer and developer of ultracapacitors that utilize a patented curved graphene material to provide high-energy and high-power-density energy storage solutions. The company specializes in delivering advanced energy storage systems that offer significantly enhanced performance, achieving twice the energy density and four times the power density compared to traditional products. Its ultracapacitors are designed for various applications in automotive, transportation, industrial, and renewable energy sectors, enabling these industries to improve efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and lower carbon emissions. Skeleton Technologies serves a diverse clientele that includes engineering firms, the European Space Agency, and several Tier 1 automotive manufacturers.
Fnatic
Venture Round in 2021
Fnatic Ltd. is a prominent global esports entertainment brand, established in 2004 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Belgrade, Serbia, and a professional gaming house in Cologne, Germany. The company operates professional video gaming teams that compete in various tournaments worldwide, training and sponsoring esports players to excel in competitive gaming. In addition to its team operations, Fnatic offers a range of gaming equipment, including keyboards, headsets, mice, and mousepads, as well as apparel and accessories, all available through its online platform. By focusing on enhancing esports performance and fostering connections between brands and youth culture, Fnatic has played a significant role in shaping the esports landscape into a dynamic and rapidly growing industry.
Shop LIT Live
Seed Round in 2021
Shop LIT Live is a live streaming platform that facilitates connections between brands, merchants, and consumers through immersive shopping experiences. The company offers a mobile application that serves as a stage for brands to narrate their stories and display their products in real time. This unique approach allows consumers to engage with brands directly, enhancing the shopping experience by providing interactive and dynamic content.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
AND Global
Series A in 2020
AND Global is a Financial Technology as a Service company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore. The company focuses on providing comprehensive solutions for modern digital banking, aiming to enhance accessibility to financial services for under-banked individuals. Through its innovative machine learning-based system, AND Global evaluates various data points, including traditional banking information, income, expenses, and non-traditional metrics like social media activity, education, and employment history. This multifaceted assessment allows the company to establish personalized credit limits and tailor financial products to meet the unique behaviors and needs of its clients.
Floadia Corporation is a Tokyo-based company established in 2011 that specializes in the development, licensing, and sale of semiconductor intellectual property, particularly focused on embedded non-volatile memory solutions. With a strong engineering team comprising former employees from Renesas, Floadia leverages extensive experience in embedded FLASH technology to deliver innovative low-power memory chips. The company's products are designed for diverse applications, including Internet of Things devices, automobiles, smartphones, and smart cards. Floadia's offerings not only reduce manufacturing costs but also enhance power efficiency and boast auto-grade heat endurance capabilities, making them suitable for a variety of demanding environments. In addition to its product portfolio, Floadia also provides technology consulting services to its clients.
GrubMarket
Series D in 2020
GrubMarket, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects sellers with customers by offering a wide range of food and related products at wholesale prices. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, GrubMarket specializes in organic, vegan, gluten-free items, fresh produce, snacks, beverages, pantry staples, home goods, health and beauty products, and items for pets and children. The company sources food from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, and restaurants, emphasizing quality and sustainability. In addition to its marketplace, GrubMarket provides a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for food delivery services and also features a gaming application called GrubMarket FarmBox. As a significant player in the B2B eCommerce sector of the American food supply chain, GrubMarket leverages artificial intelligence to enhance its services and operations.
Carbon Clean Solutions
Series B in 2020
Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.
Noin
Venture Round in 2020
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. The company provides services that address contemporary trends and concerns, producing engaging videos and other content aimed at helping its audience. In addition to content creation, Noin also offers sales account management and social media management services tailored for online businesses, enhancing their digital presence and engagement.
ePlane Ltd. is an eCommerce platform that facilitates online transactions for aerospace parts and repair services. Founded in 2015 and based in Bnei Brak, Israel, the company connects buyers, sellers, and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) providers globally, offering a streamlined solution for sourcing aviation components. The platform allows users to buy, repair, loan, and exchange aircraft parts, simplifying the procurement process within the aerospace industry. With a focus on user experience, ePlane aims to enhance accessibility and efficiency for all stakeholders involved in the aerospace supply chain.
Aircastle
Acquisition in 2020
Aircastle Limited is a company based in Stamford, Connecticut, that specializes in the leasing, financing, selling, and management of commercial flight equipment for airlines globally. Founded in 2004, Aircastle has built a diverse portfolio of modern and operationally efficient aircraft, which includes 287 jets leased to 85 customers across 49 countries as of December 31, 2019. The company focuses on providing high-utility commercial jet aircraft, ensuring a wide operator base and adapting to the evolving needs of the airline industry. As of March 2020, Aircastle operates as a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation.
Alliance Magnesium
Funding Round in 2020
Alliance Magnesium Inc. is a Canadian company based in Brossard, founded in 2003, that specializes in the development of a patented electrolysis clean tech technology for producing magnesium from serpentine rock. The company aims to utilize hydroelectricity as a clean energy source to extract magnesium metal from tailings, thereby addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional magnesium production methods. By innovating on existing processes that are energy-intensive and predominantly used by producers in China, Alliance Magnesium seeks to offer a more sustainable solution for the automotive and aerospace industries.
Carbon Clean Solutions
Series B in 2020
Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.
Byton is a start-up focused on revolutionizing the automotive industry by developing electric vehicles that integrate advanced smart technologies. The company aims to transform cars into connected smart devices, enhancing the driving experience through features such as facial recognition for unlocking doors and comprehensive entertainment systems embedded in the dashboard. Byton emphasizes the synergy between automobiles and digital innovation, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of connected mobility. With a commitment to environmentally friendly transportation, Byton seeks to provide consumers with intelligent driving solutions that are both modern and sustainable.
Enlitic, Inc. is a healthcare technology company specializing in the development of software solutions that enhance early detection, treatment planning, and disease monitoring through advanced learning technology. The company focuses on creating decision support tools for physicians, enabling them to make informed decisions based on a wide array of medical data, including images, doctors' notes, and laboratory results. Enlitic's offerings encompass clinical decision support products, patient triage, screening programs, and targeted radiology solutions, all aimed at addressing critical medical challenges such as cancer detection and treatment planning. The firm also provides a natural language processing solution that enriches the understanding of medical texts and images, facilitating the operationalization of data assets. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Enlitic has forged strategic partnerships to further its mission in improving healthcare outcomes through artificial intelligence and proprietary algorithms.
FanAI Inc. operates an artificial intelligence-driven audience monetization platform focused on the esports sector. Founded in 2016 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company provides sponsors with insights to better understand their fans and tailor targeted relationships. By enriching and analyzing fan data, including purchase behavior, demographics, and social interactions, FanAI enables users to predict fan responses and improve the effectiveness of sponsorship investments. The platform offers features such as real-time analysis, fan segmentation, and measurement of return on investment and sponsorship. Through its services, FanAI aims to enhance the outcomes of sponsorships in the sports and entertainment industries.
Wassha Inc. is a provider of renewable energy solutions focused on off-grid areas, primarily in emerging markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with a branch office in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the company specializes in renting devices and offering charging services through its network of kiosks powered by clean energy. Utilizing Internet of Things technology, Wassha enables remote management and monitoring of operations, allowing for real-time tracking of transactions, customer data, and power generation. This innovative approach not only facilitates the growth of local businesses but also supports community development in regions lacking access to electricity. Wassha actively seeks business partners to expand its reach and impact in off-grid communities.
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.
Interstellar Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
Interstellar Technologies Inc. is a Japanese company engaged in the development, manufacturing, and launch of sub-orbital rockets for space observations and zero-gravity experiments. Founded in 2003 and based in Hiroo-gun, Japan, it has successfully conducted three spaceflights with its MOMO rocket, becoming the first private entity in Japan to reach space. The company operates launch facilities in Taiki, Hokkaido, including Launch Complex-0 for the MOMO rocket and plans for Launch Complex-1 for its forthcoming ZERO rocket. Interstellar Technologies aims to make space more accessible through cost-effective and convenient transportation solutions, providing vertically integrated rocket and satellite development services. The company is expanding its facilities to support more frequent launches and accommodate larger vehicles, with the goal of enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of satellite deployment in the space industry.
Sourcewater
Series A in 2019
Sourcewater, from MIT Energy Ventures, is the online exchange for sourcing, recycling, transporting and disposing of water for energy production, a $20 billion U.S. market. We create a marketplace that matches providers of water, wastewater, trucking, treatment, storage and disposal with energy producers, thereby minimizing the capital and operating costs of oil and gas production, ensuring reliability of the water supply chain, and reducing the environmental and community impact of hydraulic fracturing. For water sellers and service providers, Sourcewater creates a marketing platform that reduces cost of sales and maximizes utilization and profitability.
WePower
Seed Round in 2019
WePower is a blockchain-based green energy trading platform that facilitates the financing and trading of renewable energy projects. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania, the company connects individual business energy buyers directly with energy producers, allowing them to purchase energy upfront at below-market rates. By simplifying the process of entering into power purchase agreements, WePower offers flexibility in renewable energy contracting and enhances liquidity for trading such agreements. The platform enables renewable energy producers to raise capital by issuing energy tokens, utilizing Ethereum Smart Energy contract tokens to standardize and streamline the investment ecosystem. Through the deployment of smart contracts, WePower ensures that participants can invest in and finance green energy projects, as well as acquire renewable energy in an efficient, secure, and transparent manner.
Azuri Technologies
Corporate Round in 2019
Azuri Technologies Ltd. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and installation of solar power products aimed at off-grid communities in emerging markets, particularly in Africa and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, the company addresses the energy access challenge faced by approximately 1.3 billion people globally. Azuri offers a range of innovative solar solutions, including AzuriTV, a solar-powered television; the Indigo pay-as-you-go system, which enables solar electricity delivery through scratch card payments; the Azuri Quad solar home system, which provides LED lighting, mobile phone charging, and other household needs; and the PayGo system, delivering clean energy to rural households without electricity. With an extensive distribution network across Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Zambia, South Africa, and other countries, Azuri leverages mobile technology to transform energy access into an affordable service, allowing users to pay for solar power similarly to how they pay for mobile phone services, thereby reducing reliance on costly kerosene.
GridMarket
Corporate Round in 2019
GridMarket, LLC is a New York-based company that has developed an online distributed energy platform designed to facilitate the global energy transition. Founded in 2014, GridMarket utilizes big data and predictive analytics to offer a comprehensive database of infrastructure, energy, and market data. The platform identifies various renewable distributed solutions, such as solar photovoltaic systems, heat and power technologies, and battery storage options. It automates the creation of customized opportunity assessments and provides technology-agnostic project recommendations, enabling energy consumers, governments, and utilities to effectively manage their energy potential. By serving the real estate and energy sectors, GridMarket empowers its users to implement the most beneficial and cost-effective energy solutions.
Enlitic, Inc. is a healthcare technology company specializing in the development of software solutions that enhance early detection, treatment planning, and disease monitoring through advanced learning technology. The company focuses on creating decision support tools for physicians, enabling them to make informed decisions based on a wide array of medical data, including images, doctors' notes, and laboratory results. Enlitic's offerings encompass clinical decision support products, patient triage, screening programs, and targeted radiology solutions, all aimed at addressing critical medical challenges such as cancer detection and treatment planning. The firm also provides a natural language processing solution that enriches the understanding of medical texts and images, facilitating the operationalization of data assets. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Enlitic has forged strategic partnerships to further its mission in improving healthcare outcomes through artificial intelligence and proprietary algorithms.
MUSCA
Venture Round in 2019
MUSCA is a Japanese startup developing innovative insect-based technology to address global food scarcity and waste management issues. The company specializes in breeding houseflies with enhanced stress resistance and productivity, transforming organic waste into high-quality fertilizer and animal feed more efficiently than traditional methods. This closed-loop system aims to promote sustainable resource utilization and reduce waste.
Wassha
Corporate Round in 2018
Wassha Inc. is a provider of renewable energy solutions focused on off-grid areas, primarily in emerging markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with a branch office in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the company specializes in renting devices and offering charging services through its network of kiosks powered by clean energy. Utilizing Internet of Things technology, Wassha enables remote management and monitoring of operations, allowing for real-time tracking of transactions, customer data, and power generation. This innovative approach not only facilitates the growth of local businesses but also supports community development in regions lacking access to electricity. Wassha actively seeks business partners to expand its reach and impact in off-grid communities.
RETC, LLC (Renewable Energy Test Center, LLC) is an engineering services, and certification testing provider for photovoltaic and renewable energy products. RETC is TÜ SÜs exclusive PV Test Laboratory in North America and Global Partner complementing its strategy to deliver a One-Stop-Shop capabilities for the growth of PV testing and certification services. RETC is ISO 17025 accredited by A2LA, an ILAC affiliated laboratory, and awarded a CBTL status, the highest accreditation in IEC scheme.
WePower
Initial Coin Offering in 2018
WePower is a blockchain-based green energy trading platform that facilitates the financing and trading of renewable energy projects. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania, the company connects individual business energy buyers directly with energy producers, allowing them to purchase energy upfront at below-market rates. By simplifying the process of entering into power purchase agreements, WePower offers flexibility in renewable energy contracting and enhances liquidity for trading such agreements. The platform enables renewable energy producers to raise capital by issuing energy tokens, utilizing Ethereum Smart Energy contract tokens to standardize and streamline the investment ecosystem. Through the deployment of smart contracts, WePower ensures that participants can invest in and finance green energy projects, as well as acquire renewable energy in an efficient, secure, and transparent manner.
Creekstone Farms
Acquisition in 2017
Creekstone Farms Premium Beef LLC, based in Arkansas City, Kansas, was founded in 1995 and specializes in producing, processing, and selling high-quality beef and pork products. The company is known for its Black Angus beef and antibiotic-free Duroc pork, offering a variety of products such as briskets, boneless strips, burgers, filet mignons, ground beef, ribeyes, and top sirloins. In addition to meat products, Creekstone Farms also sells gift items like T-shirts, hats, and professional BBQ aprons. The company distributes its products through grocery stores and restaurants across the United States and exports to markets in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. As of July 2017, Creekstone Farms operates as a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation.
Mainstream Renewable Power
Corporate Round in 2013
Mainstream Renewable Power is an independent renewable energy company that focuses on the design, development, and management of onshore and offshore wind and solar energy projects. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Sandyford, Dublin, the company has successfully delivered over 800 MW of wind and solar assets into commercial operation. Currently, Mainstream is constructing an additional 1.5 GW of renewable energy capacity across Latin America and Africa. The company specializes in acquiring and operating energy assets, utilizing a business model that emphasizes the early identification of greenfield sites in high growth markets. Through its operations, Mainstream offers sustainable energy solutions to clients in various regions, including Latin America, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and beyond.
Spaldings
Acquisition in 2012
Spaldings Ltd., established in 1956 and headquartered in Lincoln, UK, is a leading distributor of agriculture and ground care products. It serves farmers, estates, contractors, and local authorities in the UK and Ireland, offering a wide range of products including machinery parts, crop care and storage solutions, livestock products, and protective workwear. The company's extensive portfolio covers animal husbandry, electric fencing, hoof care, pest control, and vehicle and trailer products, among others. Spaldings Ltd. also provides online sales and international exports, ensuring its clients' business efficiency. Since April 27, 2012, it has operated as a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation.
InfraREIT
Private Equity Round in 2010
InfraREIT, Inc. is a real estate investment trust focused on owning regulated electricity delivery infrastructure assets primarily in Texas and the southwestern United States. The company generates revenue by leasing its transmission and distribution assets, which include power lines, substations, transmission towers, distribution poles, and transformers, to Sharyland Utilities. Sharyland Utilities compensates InfraREIT through base rent and percentage rent, while also managing the maintenance and operation of InfraREIT's assets. The company's strategic focus on the growing energy needs of Texas positions it as a unique investment opportunity in the dividend-focused infrastructure sector.
Maneo
Venture Round in 2008
Maneo, established in 2007, is a Japanese financial services company based in Tokyo. It operates a pioneering online social lending marketplace, enabling users to borrow and lend money through an auction-based system. The platform facilitates secure, user-friendly peer-to-peer lending, fostering a community where individuals can communicate and engage in financial transactions. Maneo is a subsidiary of NLHD Co., Ltd.
B-Bridge International
Venture Round in 2005
B-Bridge International, Inc. is a biotechnology company that develops and distributes a wide range of cellular and molecular biology research tools for various sectors, including academia, government, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers an extensive portfolio of products such as antibodies, assay kits, reagents, and enzymes for diverse research applications, including cancer, immunology, and neurobiology. In addition to its product offerings, B-Bridge provides an online portal for technological innovations and application software for neuro-sensing products. The company also engages in consulting services related to deal brokerage, licensing, and technology transfer, facilitating connections between businesses in the U.S. and Japan. Through its international network of distributors and partners, B-Bridge aims to enhance the global presence of Japanese biotechnology and foster cross-cultural collaboration in research and development.
Tridium is a global software and services company that specializes in developing a universal software framework aimed at addressing the complexities of managing smart devices. At the heart of its technology is the patented Niagara Framework, a Java-based platform that facilitates the integration of diverse systems and devices from various manufacturers, regardless of their communication protocols. This unified platform enables real-time management over the Internet through standard web browsers. Tridium's solutions are widely utilized across multiple sectors, including energy services, building automation, and industrial automation, providing critical features such as device connectivity, cybersecurity, control, data management, and user interface capabilities. By enabling effective communication and collaboration among various monitoring, control, and automation systems, Tridium plays a pivotal role in the advancement of smart infrastructure in environments such as buildings, data centers, and smart cities.
Opnext
Venture Round in 2001
Opnext is a prominent company that specializes in designing and producing optical modules and components for high-speed telecommunications and data communications networks worldwide. Their transceiver modules, equipped with lasers and detectors, play a crucial role in converting signals between electrical and optical formats for transmitting and receiving data over fiber optic networks. This process is vital for the seamless operation of optical communications equipment in various industries.
AtNetwork
Series B in 2000
Their focus is in assisting the global integration of the Asian markets into the new e-conomy. They are building the bridges that will connect Asian countries to each other and to the rest of the world. They are breaking down barriers, which will lead to a more connected world. This is achieved through the use of Their virtual backbone in addition to Their comprehensive suite of e-business and marketing services. Their Internet backbone is guaranteed to be up 100% of the time. In addition, Their solutions are flexible enough to be implemented seamlessly, allowing companies to infiltrate the Asian markets in a matter of weeks, not months.
Cirba Solutions specializes in battery recycling services, catering to corporations, governments, municipalities, and households. The company collects end-of-life batteries and processes them to extract critical materials, which are then reintroduced into the supply chain using a circular economy model. This approach minimizes waste and promotes environmental compliance through advanced technological processes. Cirba Solutions offers comprehensive services including battery inventory management, de-installation, project management, recycling systems, and accessories for damaged batteries. These solutions help clients meet regulatory requirements and divert waste from landfills while ensuring the safe recycling of each component.