PHNXX is a developer of independent microgrids that focus on renewable energy power generation. The company provides containerized clean energy solutions tailored for business operations, particularly in the agricultural sector. By specializing in farms, PHNXX creates systems that not only generate energy but also consume the energy they produce. This dual functionality supports farmers in stabilizing climate change impacts while enhancing agricultural productivity. Additionally, the company's innovative approach contributes to the reduction of global emissions, aligning with efforts to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable practices in energy consumption.
Conry Tech
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Conry Tech specializes in developing innovative heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems aimed at making indoor comfort sustainable. The company has patented a new approach to air-conditioning that decentralizes the system for commercial buildings, allowing for individual room optimization. This technology not only significantly reduces energy consumption by over 70% but also enhances indoor air quality and occupant health. By addressing the substantial carbon emissions associated with traditional air-conditioning—responsible for 15% of global emissions—Conry Tech contributes to decarbonizing commercial spaces and improving their overall carbon footprint. Their solutions not only promote energy efficiency but also support building valuations, facilitating a transition to cleaner energy practices in the industry.
Nilo is a plastic recycling startup that repurposes plastic trash into something useful and valuable, giving plastic waste a value.
RosterLab
Seed Round in 2024
RosterLab is a company dedicated to transforming healthcare scheduling through its innovative automatic rostering platform. The platform leverages artificial intelligence technology to streamline the rostering process, making it more efficient and user-friendly for hospitals. By addressing the complexities of staffing, RosterLab offers a modern alternative to traditional rostering methods, which often struggle to meet the demands of healthcare environments. The company's goal is to automate every aspect of the rostering process, ultimately enhancing the operational efficiency of healthcare facilities.
Green Gravity
Series A in 2024
Green Gravity is an electric power generation company focused on facilitating the transition to renewable energy through innovative energy storage solutions. The company specializes in gravitational energy storage, employing a unique technology that involves raising and lowering heavy weights in a mine shaft. This process captures and releases gravitational energy, allowing for low-cost and sustainable energy consumption. By providing flexible and environmentally friendly energy storage options, Green Gravity aims to support the growing demand for renewable energy and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
Bovonic
Seed Round in 2024
Bovonic is an agriculture software developer focused on the dairy industry, specifically aimed at enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy farmers. The company has developed innovative technology designed to identify mastitis in its earliest stages. Its platform features Quad Sense, an inline automated detector that identifies mastitis as soon as a cow begins to milk. This capability allows farmers to test for this costly disease promptly, ultimately boosting productivity and profits while also improving animal health. Additionally, Bovonic's technology contributes to reduced antibiotic use, lower emissions, and decreased stress for farmers.
Avasa is a medical device company focused on enhancing surgical procedures through the development of innovative implantable devices. The company specializes in reconstructive surgery, offering a proprietary device that standardizes vascular eversion to facilitate the connection of both arteries and veins during reconstructive microsurgery. This technology aims to assist surgeons in minimizing transplant failures and reducing patient readmissions, thereby improving overall surgical outcomes.
Vortex Power Systems
Venture Round in 2023
Vortex Power Systems Limited is a New Zealand-based company, founded in 2017, that specializes in innovative energy technology aimed at enhancing power generation efficiencies. The company has developed a proprietary system for capturing and converting low-grade waste heat from existing thermal power stations into electricity. This technology operates by creating and controlling a vortex in the atmosphere, generating winds that drive a power generation turbine. By utilizing waste heat energy from cooling water streams in thermal processes, Vortex Power Systems provides a zero-carbon solution that supports the energy industry's transition towards cleaner energy production and addresses concerns related to global warming and carbon emissions.
Kitea Health
Seed Round in 2023
Kitea Health is a medical technology company focused on developing micro-implantable devices designed for proactive chronic health management. The company specializes in pressure monitoring implantable medical devices that aim to assist in the management of conditions such as hydrocephalus. Kitea Health's innovative approach integrates these implantable devices with software capable of receiving power and transmitting data through bodily tissues, thereby facilitating real-time health monitoring. By enabling patients to better manage chronic health conditions, Kitea Health seeks to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care.
Orbica is a developer of a Cloud Native Geospatial and AI Platform designed to enhance access to geospatial data and tools beyond traditional GIS software users. The platform features user-friendly interfaces that allow non-experts to perform geospatial analysis, enabling organizations to visualize data and gain near real-time insights through geographic perspectives. By making advanced geospatial and AI analytics accessible to a broader audience, Orbica aims to address significant global challenges and empower data practitioners across various sectors.
Cetogenix
Seed Round in 2022
Cetogenix is a clean technology company focused on developing sustainable solutions to global climate change. It operates by converting waste into valuable resources, specifically targeting tonnes of organic waste worldwide. The company aims to meet the growing demand for renewable natural gas, helping clients reduce their environmental impact by avoiding landfill or incineration, and creating new market opportunities from waste conversion.
Tectonus
Venture Round in 2022
Tectonus Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in the manufacture of earthquake-resilient structural joints and connectors. Founded in 2016 and located in Auckland, Tectonus develops innovative seismic technologies designed to mitigate the impact of earthquakes on buildings. Its product line includes various connectors such as the RSFJ-Tbrace, RSFJ-Brace, RSFJ-Shearwall, and RSFJ-MRF, which are applicable in both new construction and retrofit projects. These self-centering seismic connections are engineered to absorb and resist earthquake forces without sustaining damage, thereby enhancing the safety and durability of structures. Tectonus' technology can be utilized across different types of lateral load-resisting systems and can be integrated with any structural material, making it a versatile solution for construction companies aiming to protect buildings from seismic events and minimize potential loss of life.
Formus is a technology company focused on enhancing personalized orthopedics through advanced AI and computational biomechanics. Founded on two decades of research at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, the company has developed a 3D pre-operative planning platform that is cleared by regulatory agencies in key markets. This technology has been utilized in over 3,000 hip replacement surgeries across more than 25 medical facilities in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and the United States. Formus's platform utilizes an interactive, AI-driven system to customize workflows for orthopedic procedures, allowing for precise selection and placement of implants tailored to individual patients. By collaborating with implant manufacturers and integrating with existing industry workflows, Formus aims to improve surgical outcomes while enhancing efficiency and scalability in orthopedic practices.
Frankie
Seed Round in 2022
Frankie creates computer programs for maintaining customers' equipment and property. They are dedicated to infusing the field of property operations with the newest technological advancements. The business is a property operations control center with a smart system that helps clients save money and the environment by reducing carbon emissions while also extending the useful lives of buildings and other assets.
CertusBio
Funding Round in 2021
CertusBio Limited is a company based in Christchurch, New Zealand, that specializes in developing biosensor monitoring technologies for various industries. Founded in 2015, CertusBio's innovative solutions are designed for continuous on-site industrial monitoring, targeting sectors such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and wastewater treatment. The company's biosensor technologies provide real-time data access, enabling industries to make informed, data-driven decisions that enhance efficiency, improve yields, and reduce waste. Particularly, their technology benefits dairy processors by allowing them to monitor critical analytes like lactose, proteins, and bacteria, facilitating better management of product quality and minimizing treatment costs in wastewater processes.
Vortex Power Systems
Seed Round in 2021
Vortex Power Systems Limited is a New Zealand-based company, founded in 2017, that specializes in innovative energy technology aimed at enhancing power generation efficiencies. The company has developed a proprietary system for capturing and converting low-grade waste heat from existing thermal power stations into electricity. This technology operates by creating and controlling a vortex in the atmosphere, generating winds that drive a power generation turbine. By utilizing waste heat energy from cooling water streams in thermal processes, Vortex Power Systems provides a zero-carbon solution that supports the energy industry's transition towards cleaner energy production and addresses concerns related to global warming and carbon emissions.
InsituGen
Seed Round in 2020
InsituGen Ltd specializes in hormone testing to detect anabolic drugs in biological samples from racehorses and in supplements used by athletes and racehorses. Established in 2017 and based in New Zealand, the company utilizes innovative cell-free bioassays that replicate natural biological signaling pathways of estrogen and androgen receptors. This technology allows for the detection of both known and unknown compounds that interfere with steroid hormone receptors, enhancing the screening process for designer anabolic drugs and other biopharmaceuticals with hormonal activity. InsituGen's services are designed to be simple, cost-effective, adaptable, and highly sensitive, catering to various applications including antidoping, companion animal wellness, and testing for endocrine-disrupting compounds in water supplies. The company operates as a subsidiary of University of Otago Holdings Limited.
Tectonus
Seed Round in 2020
Tectonus Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in the manufacture of earthquake-resilient structural joints and connectors. Founded in 2016 and located in Auckland, Tectonus develops innovative seismic technologies designed to mitigate the impact of earthquakes on buildings. Its product line includes various connectors such as the RSFJ-Tbrace, RSFJ-Brace, RSFJ-Shearwall, and RSFJ-MRF, which are applicable in both new construction and retrofit projects. These self-centering seismic connections are engineered to absorb and resist earthquake forces without sustaining damage, thereby enhancing the safety and durability of structures. Tectonus' technology can be utilized across different types of lateral load-resisting systems and can be integrated with any structural material, making it a versatile solution for construction companies aiming to protect buildings from seismic events and minimize potential loss of life.
Engender Technologies
Series A in 2016
Engender Technologies specializes in the development of innovative reproductive technologies for the dairy industry, focusing on the separation of X (female) and Y (male) bearing bull sperm cells. Utilizing a proprietary microfluidic chip and laser technology, Engender's process minimizes damage to the sperm cells, enhancing the efficiency of artificial insemination. This advanced sex sorting technique aims to accelerate genetic gain and improve productivity for dairy farmers, ultimately leading to cost efficiencies in large animal reproduction. The company has also partnered with a major AI firm, securing scientific and laboratory resources in exchange for a non-exclusive licensing agreement for its technology.
Breathe Easy Therapeutics focuses on developing innovative therapeutic devices specifically designed for the management of cystic fibrosis (CF). The company aims to enhance the treatment experience for both clinicians and patients by providing tools that effectively address the challenges posed by this life-threatening condition. Their key innovation involves a device that liquefies and reduces the viscosity of thick mucus, which obstructs enzyme distribution in the digestive system and impairs airflow in the lungs. By improving the management of CF, Breathe Easy Therapeutics seeks to facilitate better health outcomes for individuals affected by this genetic disorder.
Androgenix Limited, established in 2006 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of products for the livestock industry. It leverages genomic technology to create innovative solutions tailored to the global livestock sector.
Regen Limited is a Wellington, New Zealand-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based precision effluent and irrigation decision support tools for farmers. Founded in 2010, Regen offers two primary solutions: Regen Effluent, which assists farmers in the effective irrigation of effluent, and Regen Water, which provides daily recommendations on irrigation timing and quantity. Utilizing scientific expertise and data analysis, the company's software integrates weather, soil, and environmental data to deliver accurate and actionable insights. This enables farmers to optimize pasture growth while minimizing water usage and reducing nitrate leaching. The tools also include features such as automated usage recommendations, nutritional budgeting, and water usage consent reports and alerts.
Quantifi Photonics is a telecommunications equipment supply company that focuses on photonics test and measurement services. It develops products aimed at addressing complex challenges in various photonics applications and industries. The company's offerings are utilized for optical semiconductor testing, coherent optical communications, hypervelocity measurements, and optical communication. By harnessing, manipulating, and measuring the physical properties of light, Quantifi Photonics enables industries to effectively tackle intricate testing and measurement requirements.
Quantifi Photonics is a telecommunications equipment supply company that focuses on photonics test and measurement services. It develops products aimed at addressing complex challenges in various photonics applications and industries. The company's offerings are utilized for optical semiconductor testing, coherent optical communications, hypervelocity measurements, and optical communication. By harnessing, manipulating, and measuring the physical properties of light, Quantifi Photonics enables industries to effectively tackle intricate testing and measurement requirements.
Cropsy Technologies is an innovative agricultural technology company focused on enhancing the effectiveness of fruit cultivation through advanced AI-enabled solutions. Its proprietary hardware enables growers to monitor individual plants, analyze crop health, and track changes over time, providing critical insights for informed decision-making. This technology serves as an easy add-on to existing farming equipment, allowing growers to continue their daily operations while Cropsy monitors for potential issues. By leveraging artificial intelligence for image analysis, Cropsy assists in the early identification and management of pests and diseases, particularly in grapevines, addressing both regulatory and consumer demands. With its commitment to delivering scalable and disruptive technology, Cropsy aims to redefine best practices in agriculture and support growers in maximizing the productivity of their land.
Geo40 Limited is a pioneering company based in Taupo, New Zealand, focused on the extraction of silica from waste geothermal fluids. Established in 2010, it operates plants in Wairakei and Kawerau, where it utilizes innovative technology to extract and process silica into colloidal sizes with higher weight concentration. This sustainable process targets geothermal fluids that have been used in power generation, effectively transforming waste into valuable resources. Geo40 distributes the extracted silica to specialty chemical companies, offering a solution that not only minimizes operational costs by reducing silica scaling in power generation facilities but also supports environmentally sustainable practices in mineral extraction.
Avertana Limited is a New Zealand-based company established in 2012 that specializes in converting industrial waste into valuable mineral and chemical raw materials. Utilizing proprietary process technology, Avertana refines solid waste streams, such as slag from the steel industry, to produce a range of products including titanium dioxide for paints, plastics, and paper; alum for water purification; gypsum for construction; and Epsom salts for fertilizers and consumer goods. The company's innovative approach not only offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional methods but also significantly reduces environmental impact by minimizing waste and lowering carbon emissions. Avertana serves various sectors, including industrial, agricultural, municipal water, consumer goods, mining, and chemical processing, contributing to the development of sustainable supply chains.
InsituGen Ltd specializes in hormone testing to detect anabolic drugs in biological samples from racehorses and in supplements used by athletes and racehorses. Established in 2017 and based in New Zealand, the company utilizes innovative cell-free bioassays that replicate natural biological signaling pathways of estrogen and androgen receptors. This technology allows for the detection of both known and unknown compounds that interfere with steroid hormone receptors, enhancing the screening process for designer anabolic drugs and other biopharmaceuticals with hormonal activity. InsituGen's services are designed to be simple, cost-effective, adaptable, and highly sensitive, catering to various applications including antidoping, companion animal wellness, and testing for endocrine-disrupting compounds in water supplies. The company operates as a subsidiary of University of Otago Holdings Limited.
Dewpoint Innovations is a company that specializes in advanced water collection and surface technologies developed from pioneering research at the University of Sydney. The firm focuses on creating innovative paints that address the challenges posed by rising temperatures and water scarcity. Their products include cool roofs, which are engineered to reflect more sunlight than traditional roofing materials, thereby absorbing less solar energy. This technology helps to lower indoor and outdoor temperatures, ultimately contributing to energy savings for homeowners. Through its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Dewpoint Innovations aims to provide effective solutions to pressing environmental issues.
PowerON Ltd., established in 2019 with headquarters in Auckland, New Zealand, and a facility in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the production of innovative electromechanical and semiconductor devices using proprietary dielectric elastomer switch technology. The company offers customizable, soft, and flexible switches, actuators, logic devices, sensors, and signal processors, catering to industries such as soft robotics, human-machine interfaces, and automation. PowerON's products are notable for their competitive advantages in size, weight, and resistance to harsh environmental conditions.
MACSO aims to give AI the capacity to mimic human senses in order to prevent catastrophes from occurring. Their initial application employs AI and acoustic sensors to identify respiratory sickness in animals on commercial livestock farms early. MACSO is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand and was founded in 2021.
Hot Lime Labs specializes in developing innovative carbon dioxide (CO2) capture technology aimed at enhancing the efficiency of commercial greenhouses. The company’s system captures clean CO2 generated from the combustion of waste organic materials, such as waste wood. By recovering this concentrated CO2, Hot Lime Labs enables greenhouse operators to improve crop yields and optimize food production. This approach not only supports increased agricultural output but also mitigates environmental impact by utilizing a renewable source of clean CO2, thus contributing to more sustainable farming practices.
NE Tech's vision to be the go-to natural oil extraction technology for sustainability-focused businesses aligns well with current trends in environmental consciousness and resource management.