The National Science Foundation (NSF), established in 1950 and located in Alexandria, Virginia, is an independent federal agency dedicated to advancing fundamental research and education across all scientific and engineering disciplines. With an annual budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF operates America's Seed Fund, which allocates nearly $200 million each year to support startups and small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. This initiative provides non-dilutive funding of up to $1.5 million to assist in research and development efforts, thereby facilitating the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services. By helping to de-risk technology, the NSF plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges through scientific advancements.
T-Omega Wind specializes in the development of innovative floating wind turbines aimed at enhancing offshore energy production. By utilizing a design that allows turbines to float on the water's surface, the company capitalizes on the natural movement of waves rather than resisting it. This approach improves stability and efficiency, as the rotor is securely held on both sides and aligns with the wind, adapting to changing weather conditions. T-Omega Wind's technology not only promotes the generation of affordable clean energy but also supports the expansion of sustainable energy solutions across the globe.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Arctura is dedicated to securing a sustainable energy future that is affordable, healthy, and accessible. Through technology innovation, we are developing new wind energy solutions to get more from every turn.
Developer of insulation products designed to make life affordable, comfortable and safe through the management of thermal energy. The company's product offers performance improvements and can achieve significant energy savings versus building insulation and leading to project paybacks, enabling engineers and the construction sector to reduce costs through low-cost manufacturing and facile installation.
Boron Nitride Power develops functionalized 2D materials to simultaneously achieve high energy and power density electrochemical energy storage with thermal stability and an environmentally benign and economic composition. Their cathode materials include functionalized hexagonal boron nitride and graphene and are improved versions of the well-known graphene oxide cathode, especially in terms of thermal stability.
Marel Power Solutions specializes in the development of advanced power inverters and modular power subsystems. Their products are designed to be compact, configurable, and scalable, allowing for high-density power stack platforms that meet the evolving needs of clients. The company emphasizes the reusability and upgradability of its subsystems, which are engineered to withstand die-supply shortages. This innovative approach enables Marel Power Solutions to offer a new generation of power inverters that are both efficient and adaptable to various applications.
Green Light Labs helps organizations save money, improve employee retention, and reduce CO2 emissions by measuring the cost of mobility, providing recommendations for improvement, and facilitating the exchange of communication and incentives between management and employees. It offers a marketing platform meant to convince users to switch to electric vehicles.
Engineering Technologies provides E-Bin, which encourages recycling, then developed Platypus to produce energy from the ocean and is now working on the Platypus Prowler, an AUV that travels indefinitely under the sea. They released a mobile app, E-Bin, which encourages recycling.
Heila Technologies is an MIT-born startup dedicated to simplifying the integration and operation of individual Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and microgrids. It is focused on the commercialization of the Heila IQ Platform, a decentralized optimization system that reduces system complexity and cost. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Accelerate Wind provides wind energy generation for the commercial and industrial spaces. The company develops patent-pending powertrain concept that reduces the cost of wind turbine power electronics through intermediate energy storage in a small flywheel.
Active Energy Systems is leveraging its scientific expertise to develop and market an improved form of ice thermal energy storage. The company's headquarters are in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Verdox is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. The company’s proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gases to be captured with up to 80% less energy and 70% less cost than conventional approaches.
Alpha-En Corporation, based in Yonkers, New York, is a development stage company focused on creating technologies for the environmentally sustainable manufacturing of high-purity lithium metal and associated battery components. Founded in 1969, the company specializes in lightweight, high energy density batteries, aiming to advance next-generation battery technologies. Alpha-En has developed a unique production process for lithium metal that operates at room temperature, minimizing environmental impact while enhancing cost-effectiveness. The company's innovations include protected anodes and various lithium compounds, positioning it as a key player in the evolving clean technology sector.
Circadian Positioning Systems specializes in circadian-targeted technology aimed at enhancing performance in critical work environments. The company develops innovative solutions that incorporate wearable sensors and circadian-based light interventions. These technologies are designed to adjust an individual's circadian rhythm, promoting optimal physical and mental performance during work hours and improving sleep quality during designated rest periods. By addressing the effects of tiredness and fatigue, Circadian Positioning Systems enables users to maintain high levels of productivity and well-being in demanding situations.
Emanate Wireless builds solutions that continuously monitor the operation and productivity of key clinical assets at healthcare facilities. The management of clinical assets that are constantly moving and/or in use can be chaotic. Optimizing this process is key to enhancing productivity and reducing staff stress.
Legov Systems Group, founded in 2018 and based in Boise, Idaho, specializes in the development of scalable power systems utilizing smart materials for energy harvesting. The company's innovative technologies are designed to recover significant amounts of low-grade waste heat from various sources, including combined heat and power installations, metal manufacturing, chemical processing, and industrial boilers. By enhancing the recovery of waste heat, Legov Systems Group enables its clients to lower operating costs, reduce energy demands, and improve overall sustainability in their operations.
EnergyXchain develops and provides patent pending transaction management, smart contract and blockchain-based solutions for industries having high-volume, complex, repetitive transactions and needing greater transaction efficiency, effectiveness, autonomy and security.
EnKoat, founded in 2019 and based in Casa Grande, Arizona, focuses on creating sustainable solutions for the construction industry to address climate change. The company has developed an active insulation coating that aims to lower cooling costs in both residential and commercial buildings. This innovative coating employs a proprietary blend of thermal regulating additives designed to minimize heat transfer through convection, conduction, and solar radiation. By implementing EnKoat's technology, clients can achieve significant cost savings and reduce their overall energy consumption.
Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.
Developer of insulation products designed to make life affordable, comfortable and safe through the management of thermal energy. The company's product offers performance improvements and can achieve significant energy savings versus building insulation and leading to project paybacks, enabling engineers and the construction sector to reduce costs through low-cost manufacturing and facile installation.
FluxMagic is an electronics company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the development of innovative magnetic devices tailored for renewable energy applications. Its systems employ powerful magnets arranged to facilitate energy transfer between moving components without physical contact, eliminating the need for lubricants or heat transfer fluids. This design not only enhances the longevity of the devices compared to traditional mechanical systems but also supports magneto-mechanical energy conversion for both industrial and consumer markets. By focusing on efficiency and sustainability, FluxMagic aims to contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions in energy use.
SunDensity Inc. specializes in the research, design, and development of Photonic Smart Coating technology, specifically its patent-pending PSC™. This innovative technology facilitates the up and down conversion of light wavelengths, addressing inefficiencies in photonics. The company's products aim to enhance the efficiency of solar photovoltaics, thereby reducing electricity generation costs. In addition, SunDensity's technology allows for the customization of thermal and optical properties in architectural glass and increases the quantum efficiency of optoelectronic instruments. Founded in 2016, SunDensity is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Rochester, New York.
Transaera is focused on creating a new generation of affordable and energy-efficient cooling systems designed to minimize energy consumption while providing effective climate control. Their technology aims to enhance indoor environments crucial for both business operations and personal comfort, benefiting human productivity. By offering environmentally friendly cooling solutions, Transaera addresses the need for systems that have a reduced impact on the global climate and local energy infrastructure. These innovative cooling systems are suitable for both residential and commercial applications, enabling consumers to choose options that use significantly less energy compared to traditional air conditioners.
XFlow Energy manufactures vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) that reduce the cost of wind energy generation. XFlow Energy’s unique rotor design eliminates the structural failure modes common to VAWTs while simultaneously maintaining high efficiency and low manufacturing costs. XFlow also offers engineering consulting, prototyping, and testing services for renewable energy systems.
Developer of a simulation, optimization, and design platform designed for power grid planning, with applications for grid operators, utilities and project developers. The company's platform automates the creation of base case planning models, plans for complex contingencies, and extreme grid conditions and moves projects through the queue quicker with lower network upgrade costs, enabling utilities and other stakeholders to plan for the integration of renewable energy.
Virimodo is a developer of a clean energy subscription platform designed for urban residents to effectively monitor and manage their energy consumption. By utilizing algorithms and artificial intelligence, the platform matches users with suitable renewable energy suppliers, allowing them to customize their green energy plans according to their specific consumption patterns. This innovative approach not only promotes the use of renewable energy but also empowers consumers to track their energy usage, contributing to carbon reduction efforts in real estate portfolios. Through its services, Virimodo aims to facilitate a transition toward carbon neutrality in urban environments.
ThermoAI develops advanced machine learning algorithms and sensor technology aimed at optimizing industrial combustion processes in power plants. By leveraging IoT and artificial intelligence, the company enhances the efficiency of chemical reactions, addressing critical factors such as moisture content, atmospheric pressure, and air intake levels. Their systems continuously monitor these variables to achieve near-perfect combustion, which leads to significant fuel savings, increased energy output, extended lifespan of costly equipment, and reduced emissions. ThermoAI's solutions enable plant operators to model and enhance their operations, ultimately improving overall performance and sustainability.
Darcy Solutions, Inc. specializes in the development of environmentally friendly and energy-efficient buildings. Established in 2018 and located in Excelsior, Minnesota, the company offers a patent-pending approach to ground source heat pumps. This innovative technology is recognized as one of the most efficient options for heating and cooling. By significantly reducing installation costs and making it viable for previously unsuitable locations, Darcy Solutions aims to enhance the accessibility and affordability of sustainable building solutions.
Noon Energy develops a flow battery technology that enables economical long-duration energy storage. The company's design will allow intermittent renewable electricity sources, such as solar and wind, to meet continual demand. Noon Energy was founded in 2018 and based in Palo Alto, California.
Harvest Thermal develops a control system for home use that integrates heating, hot water, and cooling with thermal storage. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Heat Inverse is a Developer of cooling systems built for hot climates. The company's products include air sealed cooling systems with air-tight, moisture-tight electronics enclosures thermally coupled to the surrounding air that maintains content at a constant temperature, within 0.5 degree C and wireless temperature sensor networks that comes with 5V 1A power supply and can be connected to wifi, and use only 1/2watt, enabling manufacturers to increase efficiency simply and inexpensively, using thin-film materials that get cold with zero-energy input.
EnerBlock develops the energy tokens that are ascribed to the energy unit data from the database and the smart contract framework. They provide power electronics, behind-the-meter grid services, off-grid backup power, and simple integration with installed systems.
Heila Technologies is an MIT-born startup dedicated to simplifying the integration and operation of individual Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and microgrids. It is focused on the commercialization of the Heila IQ Platform, a decentralized optimization system that reduces system complexity and cost. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Green Light Labs helps organizations save money, improve employee retention, and reduce CO2 emissions by measuring the cost of mobility, providing recommendations for improvement, and facilitating the exchange of communication and incentives between management and employees. It offers a marketing platform meant to convince users to switch to electric vehicles.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
EnergyXchain develops and provides patent pending transaction management, smart contract and blockchain-based solutions for industries having high-volume, complex, repetitive transactions and needing greater transaction efficiency, effectiveness, autonomy and security.
Accelerate Wind provides wind energy generation for the commercial and industrial spaces. The company develops patent-pending powertrain concept that reduces the cost of wind turbine power electronics through intermediate energy storage in a small flywheel.
Allumia, LLC designs, funds, installs, and manages lighting upgrades. It evaluates the current lighting and follow-up with a proposal, which includes updated designs and expected savings; installs and upgrades the entire facility’s lighting; and provides replacement lamps, drivers, and additional lighting hardware; and maintenance services. The company serves commercial, athletic, automotive, and industrial markets. Allumia, LLC was founded in 2013 and is based in Seattle, Washington. It has additional satellite offices in Los Angeles, California and Durham, North Carolina.
Manufacturer and developer of a concentrated photovoltaic power system designed to help clients in electrical energy generation. The company's system uses large inexpensive mirrors and dual-axis trackers, similar to those already in high-volume production for solar thermal concentrators, to focus sunlight onto small but highly efficient multi-junction cells enabling power producers to generate solar energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Active Energy Systems is leveraging its scientific expertise to develop and market an improved form of ice thermal energy storage. The company's headquarters are in Knoxville, Tennessee.
developer of solar energy solutions designed for grid, microgrid, energy efficiency, and energy reliability support. The company's offerings include solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and monitoring tools, generating clean electricity, storing excess solar energy, enabling businesses and homeowners to become more energy independent and potentially reducing their reliance on the traditional grid.
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on advancing artificial photosynthesis to produce sustainable polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops innovative technology that efficiently captures and converts carbon dioxide, utilizing waveguides to distribute sunlight evenly throughout scalable reactors. By enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules, Dimensional Energy aims to create hydrocarbon fuels that address significant energy requirements while promoting environmental responsibility. Their approach positions them at the forefront of solar fuel viability, leveraging novel, functionalized catalysts to transform energy production.
PowerFlex Systems, Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that specializes in the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of electric vehicle charging stations. Established in 2017 and currently a subsidiary of EDF Renewables Inc., PowerFlex focuses on creating adaptive electric vehicle charging networks that enable organizations to transition into clean-energy facilities. The company offers a range of services, including the manufacturing and installation of onsite solar systems, battery storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrids, and energy management systems. Through its patented technology, developed from research conducted at NetLab, PowerFlex aims to help clients reduce long-term energy costs, enhance operational resiliency, and meet sustainability objectives.
Baseload Renewables
Grant in 2018
Baseload Renewables develops low-cost energy storage to replace fossil base-load generation with renewable energy.
Developer of a simulation, optimization, and design platform designed for power grid planning, with applications for grid operators, utilities and project developers. The company's platform automates the creation of base case planning models, plans for complex contingencies, and extreme grid conditions and moves projects through the queue quicker with lower network upgrade costs, enabling utilities and other stakeholders to plan for the integration of renewable energy.
Transaera is focused on creating a new generation of affordable and energy-efficient cooling systems designed to minimize energy consumption while providing effective climate control. Their technology aims to enhance indoor environments crucial for both business operations and personal comfort, benefiting human productivity. By offering environmentally friendly cooling solutions, Transaera addresses the need for systems that have a reduced impact on the global climate and local energy infrastructure. These innovative cooling systems are suitable for both residential and commercial applications, enabling consumers to choose options that use significantly less energy compared to traditional air conditioners.
Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.
Mesodyne's solution is a novel ultra-high energy density, multi-fuel, silent, compact power generator. Our generators convert fuel to electricity with heat and light as intermediaries: a small micro combustor heats a photonic crystal to incandescence and the resulting light is tailored to the bandgap of an infrared cell resulting in unprecedented high efficiencies.
Mesodyne's solution is a novel ultra-high energy density, multi-fuel, silent, compact power generator. Our generators convert fuel to electricity with heat and light as intermediaries: a small micro combustor heats a photonic crystal to incandescence and the resulting light is tailored to the bandgap of an infrared cell resulting in unprecedented high efficiencies.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
URTPC develops power conversion technology that can be used in a variety of power conversion applications. URTPC aims to help companies sustain enthusiasm and create more reliable, safer, efficient products that get to market faster. URTPC intends to be a one-stop solution for analyzing electrical, power electronics, and electromagnetic components, as well as a control system, thermal, structural, and electromagnetic operating parameters.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
PowerFlex Systems, Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that specializes in the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of electric vehicle charging stations. Established in 2017 and currently a subsidiary of EDF Renewables Inc., PowerFlex focuses on creating adaptive electric vehicle charging networks that enable organizations to transition into clean-energy facilities. The company offers a range of services, including the manufacturing and installation of onsite solar systems, battery storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrids, and energy management systems. Through its patented technology, developed from research conducted at NetLab, PowerFlex aims to help clients reduce long-term energy costs, enhance operational resiliency, and meet sustainability objectives.
Highland Light Management develops a dry fracture technique in oil and gas extraction to reduce water use and increase life cycle yield. The company is a Maryland corporation that developed and patented the Dry Fracture Shale System technology for hydrocarbon extraction from shale and other hydrocarbon sources.
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on advancing artificial photosynthesis to produce sustainable polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops innovative technology that efficiently captures and converts carbon dioxide, utilizing waveguides to distribute sunlight evenly throughout scalable reactors. By enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules, Dimensional Energy aims to create hydrocarbon fuels that address significant energy requirements while promoting environmental responsibility. Their approach positions them at the forefront of solar fuel viability, leveraging novel, functionalized catalysts to transform energy production.
Reduced Energy Microsystems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing low power asynchronous microprocessors aimed at enhancing embedded devices. By integrating advanced circuit technology, intelligent architecture, and refined software tools, Reduced Energy Microsystems focuses on delivering energy-efficient silicon specifically for applications in computer vision and artificial intelligence. Their innovative solutions are designed to significantly reduce power consumption during processing operations, particularly in mobile devices.
Kelvin, formerly known as Radiator Labs, Inc., manufactures innovative radiator covers designed to enhance the efficiency of steam-heated buildings. The company's flagship product, the Cozy, is a wireless and cost-effective retrofit that can be easily installed over existing radiators to provide precise temperature control. This system addresses common issues such as overheating and uneven heating, significantly improving indoor comfort. By redistributing steam flow, the Cozy can accelerate heating in colder rooms and reduce overall heating costs by up to 40%. With an estimated potential for cumulative annual savings of $7 billion across the 120 million residential and commercial radiators in the United States, Kelvin's solutions aim to tackle both energy waste and tenant discomfort in various building types. Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company has received multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and innovation.
developer of solar energy solutions designed for grid, microgrid, energy efficiency, and energy reliability support. The company's offerings include solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and monitoring tools, generating clean electricity, storing excess solar energy, enabling businesses and homeowners to become more energy independent and potentially reducing their reliance on the traditional grid.
Provider of energy-efficiency research services intended to solve the problem of heat transfer. The company's services focus on investigating nanoscopic coatings which can prevent or retard naturally-occurring fouling on heat transfer surfaces and providing heat exchangers with a 'self-cleaning' property while the heat exchanger is in operation, enabling businesses to increase the mean time between maintenance shutdowns resulting in longer uptime between maintenance events, increased plant productivity, lower maintenance costs and lower energy consumption, which in turn shrinks factories carbon footprints.
MTPV Power Corporation is a clean energy company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology. Founded in 2003, the company originated its technology from research at MIT and Draper Laboratory. MTPV Power develops semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into clean energy, primarily electricity. This innovation enables industrial businesses to harness alternative energy sources, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs. Through its advancements in semiconductor technology, MTPV Power aims to contribute to more sustainable energy solutions in the industrial sector.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
Developer of an open-architecture software intended to monitor and control energy systems. The company's software utilizes the Internet of Things (IoT) to monitor and control major electrical loads, as well as solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage units, security cameras, and other IoT sensors, enabling clients to actively monitor energy usage, run analytics and control their energy systems in commercial and residential buildings.
Mobile Enerlytics, LLC, founded in 2014 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, specializes in technologies aimed at extending smartphone battery life through innovative mobile application design. The company offers Estar, an Android application that helps users identify and uninstall energy-inefficient apps, thereby enhancing battery longevity. Additionally, Mobile Enerlytics provides Eprof, an energy analysis and diagnostic tool that assists application developers in identifying sources of excessive battery drain within their code. This tool enables creators to optimize their applications, minimize user frustration due to low battery life, and improve competitive positioning in the market. By addressing energy management effectively, Mobile Enerlytics contributes to increased user engagement and revenue for both app vendors and handset manufacturers.
SolePower creates a connected work boot that helps industrial workers become safer and more efficient. Industrial worksites are dangerous and dynamic; the costs of small inefficiencies add up quickly, and big mistakes can result in serious incidents or loss of life. SmartBoots aim to lower incident rates, increase work site visibility, and establish metrics from which workflow and safety improvements can be made. At the core of the system is an Army-tested, patented kinetic charger which uses walking motion to sustainably charge sensors embedded inside the boot. (Pilot unit includes GPS, Ultra Wideband, RFID, IMU, Sub-GHz RF, thermocouple, Wifi, altimeter). SolePower's mission is to take the functionality of a variety of standalone wearables and combine them into a single, compact, self-charged platform. The team is partnered with SR Max (a leading safety footwear provider) and the US Army.
Kelvin, formerly known as Radiator Labs, Inc., manufactures innovative radiator covers designed to enhance the efficiency of steam-heated buildings. The company's flagship product, the Cozy, is a wireless and cost-effective retrofit that can be easily installed over existing radiators to provide precise temperature control. This system addresses common issues such as overheating and uneven heating, significantly improving indoor comfort. By redistributing steam flow, the Cozy can accelerate heating in colder rooms and reduce overall heating costs by up to 40%. With an estimated potential for cumulative annual savings of $7 billion across the 120 million residential and commercial radiators in the United States, Kelvin's solutions aim to tackle both energy waste and tenant discomfort in various building types. Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company has received multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and innovation.
CoolFlux is an additive for building materials that automatically regulates indoor temperature to keep you comfortable. When it gets warm outside CoolFlux traps heat that would otherwise enter your building. At night, it automatically releases that heat and recharges for the next day.
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
Provider of energy-efficiency research services intended to solve the problem of heat transfer. The company's services focus on investigating nanoscopic coatings which can prevent or retard naturally-occurring fouling on heat transfer surfaces and providing heat exchangers with a 'self-cleaning' property while the heat exchanger is in operation, enabling businesses to increase the mean time between maintenance shutdowns resulting in longer uptime between maintenance events, increased plant productivity, lower maintenance costs and lower energy consumption, which in turn shrinks factories carbon footprints.
Bettergy was founded by Dr. Lin-Feng Li in 2008 to conceive, develop and commercialize innovative energy and environmental technologies for the military and the general public. Bettergy was originally formed as an energy storage technology company and in pursuit of better battery performance, Bettergy sought advances in membrane technology. This led to a greater understanding of nanopore structures and the development of novel membrane technologies.
Ubiquitous Energy, Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in the development of transparent solar technology. Founded in 2011 and originally spun out from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has created ClearView Power technology, which allows for the selective conversion of ultraviolet and near-infrared light into electricity while permitting visible light to pass through. This innovative approach enables everyday surfaces, such as windows and smart glass, to function as solar panels without compromising their appearance. ClearView Power serves as an energy source for various electronic devices, including wearables, tablets, and digital signage, thereby addressing battery life limitations in mobile devices. Additionally, Ubiquitous Energy has established a strategic development agreement with Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. to further advance its technology in the market.
Cirasys specializes in advanced control methodologies for power conversion, focusing on the development of analog-digital power controllers and converters that offer high precision. Founded in 2014 as a spinout from The University of Texas, Cirasys employs nonlinear control techniques and feedback linearization to streamline the design process of power converters. By simplifying the complex steps typically associated with power converter design, the company enhances design flexibility and improves the performance and capability of DC power conversion applications.
MineLight Solutions is a consulting firm that provides solutions such as strategic and operational planning, operational improvement, performance management and reporting, IT restructuring and reoganization, and communication planning. The company comprises of management consultants that mostly offers its services towards federal government clients to assist other businesses or organizations. MineLight Solutions was founded in 2008 by Patrick O'Brien in Fairfax, Virgina.
Next Energy Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in transparent energy harvesting window technology. The company's innovative approach allows windows to generate energy from sunlight while maintaining aesthetic appeal and high performance. Their technology is designed to work efficiently even in challenging lighting conditions, and it features coatings integrated directly into dual-pane windows, eliminating additional encapsulation costs. This enables clients to convert windows and glass facades into low-cost, on-site renewable energy sources for buildings. Through its advancements, Next Energy Technologies aims to reshape the landscape of energy production in the built environment.
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
Aeolus Building Efficiency
Grant in 2013
Aeolus Building Efficiency will reduce energy use in large office HVAC systems at a much lower cost than current technologies. Their full-service, software solution uses advanced technology (pat. pend.) for room-by-room measurement and optimization of airflow, reducing HVAC energy up to 20% without expensive equipment installations or labor-intensive rebalancing. Their scalable business model will create significant financial value for customers and prevent millions of tons of CO2 emissions.
EnergyEne is an industrial materials company based in Wooster, Ohio, established in 2013. It specializes in the development of rubber and biomaterials derived from guayule, a natural rubber source. The company focuses on producing non-immunogenic biomaterials for medical and consumer healthcare applications, utilizing innovative processing methodologies to create specialty latex-derived materials. By using locally grown guayule as a feedstock, EnergyEne aims to provide premium quality latex rubber at competitive prices, catering to industrial resources and services.
Bettergy was founded by Dr. Lin-Feng Li in 2008 to conceive, develop and commercialize innovative energy and environmental technologies for the military and the general public. Bettergy was originally formed as an energy storage technology company and in pursuit of better battery performance, Bettergy sought advances in membrane technology. This led to a greater understanding of nanopore structures and the development of novel membrane technologies.
Nexmatix creates Savings Out of Thin Air by reducing the cost of your pneumatic systems with energy efficient products that reduce your carbon footprint.Nexmatix first product line targets one of the most inefficient pneumatic components on the market, directional control valves.
Urban Electric Power LLC, founded in 2012 and based in Pearl River, New York, specializes in the development of rechargeable zinc anode electricity storage technology. The company focuses on commercializing a unique zinc manganese dioxide battery technology, initially developed by the City University of New York's Energy Institute. Urban Electric Power offers products such as a nickel-zinc flow-assisted battery system and rechargeable zinc-manganese dioxide batteries, designed for stationary energy storage applications. These innovative batteries provide a safe and affordable alternative for energy storage, enhancing the reliability of electricity access. By improving the chemistry of traditional alkaline batteries, Urban Electric Power aims to contribute to public health, education, and economic well-being through enhanced energy solutions.
Ubiquitous Energy, Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in the development of transparent solar technology. Founded in 2011 and originally spun out from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has created ClearView Power technology, which allows for the selective conversion of ultraviolet and near-infrared light into electricity while permitting visible light to pass through. This innovative approach enables everyday surfaces, such as windows and smart glass, to function as solar panels without compromising their appearance. ClearView Power serves as an energy source for various electronic devices, including wearables, tablets, and digital signage, thereby addressing battery life limitations in mobile devices. Additionally, Ubiquitous Energy has established a strategic development agreement with Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. to further advance its technology in the market.
MaxPower's size and expertise enable unmatched customer service for a completely collaborative partnership. With a vast and constantly growing IP portfolio, MaxPower's proprietary device structures and process techniques enable its customers and strategic partners to continue to provide leading-edge products to the marketplace. Extensive experience in research and development, design, and applications knowledge are part of each and every product and/or service that MaxPower provides.
Ambiharv has established cutting–edge research and technology in harvesting energy from the environment. This unique technology requires significantly less power than existing products. The significance of this research has been recognized by a National Science Foundation grant (Phase I). Ambiharv continues to develop and apply this advanced technology to MEMS commercial applications in all industries.
Promethean Power Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing refrigeration systems tailored for cold-storage and milk chilling applications in off-grid and partially electrified regions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Pune, India, the company provides a range of products including milk chillers, cold storage units, solar add-ons, and smart monitoring solutions. Promethean's systems are particularly beneficial for dairy processors who face challenges in collecting enough quality milk to meet the growing demand. By preserving milk at the village level, these chillers significantly reduce spoilage and transportation costs, ultimately leading to increased incomes for farmers. The refrigeration systems operate using grid power and generators during outages, with plans to incorporate a thermal battery backup for enhanced energy storage in the future.
MTPV Power Corporation is a clean energy company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology. Founded in 2003, the company originated its technology from research at MIT and Draper Laboratory. MTPV Power develops semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into clean energy, primarily electricity. This innovation enables industrial businesses to harness alternative energy sources, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs. Through its advancements in semiconductor technology, MTPV Power aims to contribute to more sustainable energy solutions in the industrial sector.
Dynamo Micropower Corporation specializes in developing fuel-flexible gas turbines designed for small distributed generation applications in the oil and gas industry. The company's notable products include PowerCore, which provides continuous power for oilfield operations, and Infernocore, a flameless turboheater. Dynamo's innovative turbine-based solutions offer grid-like power quality while significantly reducing energy costs, with the capability to operate on local unrefined gas, achieving savings of up to 80%. The company also delivers custom power solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients, facilitating plug-and-play installation on flare gas. Dynamo has established a network of distributors and service partners to support its offerings. Founded in 2011 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Dynamo has successfully deployed multiple turbines for prominent customers in the industry.
Next Energy Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in transparent energy harvesting window technology. The company's innovative approach allows windows to generate energy from sunlight while maintaining aesthetic appeal and high performance. Their technology is designed to work efficiently even in challenging lighting conditions, and it features coatings integrated directly into dual-pane windows, eliminating additional encapsulation costs. This enables clients to convert windows and glass facades into low-cost, on-site renewable energy sources for buildings. Through its advancements, Next Energy Technologies aims to reshape the landscape of energy production in the built environment.
Effimax Solar is dedicated to reducing solar manufacturing costs and facilitating affordable solar power at the consumer level. They strive to promote environmentally safe manufacturing processes and become a leader in social responsibility.
Bettergy was founded by Dr. Lin-Feng Li in 2008 to conceive, develop and commercialize innovative energy and environmental technologies for the military and the general public. Bettergy was originally formed as an energy storage technology company and in pursuit of better battery performance, Bettergy sought advances in membrane technology. This led to a greater understanding of nanopore structures and the development of novel membrane technologies.
Pyro-E Inc. specializes in thermal-electric technologies, focusing on the development of solid-state systems for waste energy recovery and clean energy generation. Founded in 2012 in Los Angeles, the company designs and implements energy harvesting solutions that can capture energy from low-frequency, intermittent vibrations found in various applications, including buildings, train rails, and pipelines. By integrating its technologies with commercial sensors, Pyro-E enables devices to operate without the need for wiring, enhancing energy-use efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. The company serves multiple industries, including smart water, industrial IoT, regenerative pavement, and ocean power, positioning itself as a leader in innovative energy solutions.
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