Positive Ventures

Fourier is focused on making on-site hydrogen production universally accessible, with the goal of transitioning the global energy landscape towards a sustainable and emission-free future. The company designs and manufactures advanced, modular electrolyzers that enable the efficient production of green hydrogen. These fully automated systems cater to various industries, including transportation, heating and cooling, and power storage. By providing innovative renewable energy solutions, Fourier aims to play a significant role in fostering a sustainable energy future.

Yuna develops an AI-driven platform that provides personalized, interactive, and free children's stories.

Windfall Bio is a company focused on developing a sustainable technology that captures and transforms methane emissions into organic fertilizer, addressing significant environmental issues associated with methane and synthetic fertilizers. Founded in 2022 and based in San Mateo, California, Windfall Bio utilizes methane-eating microbes to convert methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management, into valuable soil nutrients. This innovative solution not only helps industries reduce their methane footprint but also enhances operational efficiency and profitability, benefiting the planet and consumers alike. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its mission to tackle climate change through nature-based agricultural technology.

SINAI Technologies specializes in enterprise decarbonization software that helps organizations monitor, analyze, and reduce their carbon emissions. Founded in 2017, the company offers tools designed to automate carbon analysis and reporting across various operations, thereby transforming how businesses engage with their operations, supply chains, and environmental responsibilities. Their platform tracks emissions across different departments and processes, providing actionable recommendations to help organizations achieve both internal and external sustainability goals. By enabling effective carbon emissions management and risk assessment, SINAI supports companies and government entities in enhancing operational efficiency and mitigating climate-related risks.

Funga is a company founded in 2021 and based in Austin, Texas, that focuses on leveraging the forest fungal microbiome to enhance forestry outcomes and combat climate change. It develops forest fungal networks by integrating advanced DNA sequencing and machine learning technologies with innovative research on the forest microbiome. Funga aims to place native, biodiverse communities of mycorrhizal fungi in optimal locations, which enables clients to achieve higher quality wood production, increased carbon sequestration, and the development of more resilient forests.

Pathways automates the creation of Life Cycle Assessments and Environmental Product Declarations for manufacturers

Ten Lives is a biotechnology company focused on producing high-protein, ecological cat food through precision fermentation and machine learning. By maximizing fermentation yields, the company creates healthy and sustainable protein sources for the pet food industry. This approach not only aims to provide nutritious snacks for pets but also seeks to minimize costs and reduce environmental impact, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable pet food options.

BackChannel is an online B2B platform for inventory transactions and for buying and selling online goods.

FRAM Energy is a company that operates in the real estate industry, focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. The company's primary service involves de-risking energy retrofits for property owners, particularly those with rental homes. This service is designed to make sustainable rental homes more achievable and financially viable. FRAM Energy targets the multifamily segment, aiming to bring energy retrofits to rental homes. The company's work is backed by venture capital and it utilizes a data platform and fintech infrastructure to support its services.

Pachama is a company that utilizes artificial intelligence and satellite technology to facilitate investments in natural climate solutions. Its platform combines machine learning, satellite imaging, drones, and lidar technologies to monitor and verify carbon capture by forests. By providing continuous insights into forest health, carbon sequestration, wildlife protection, and community benefits, Pachama enables companies to identify high-quality conservation projects and track their environmental impact over time. Additionally, the company supports land stewards in developing carbon projects, thereby helping them secure funding while advancing reforestation and conservation efforts. This approach not only aids businesses in offsetting their carbon emissions but also contributes to the protection and restoration of vital forest ecosystems.

Apprenty is a provider of education and apprenticeship programs aimed at training and developing young adults and teenagers for careers in technology. The company's platform offers a virtual boot camp, mentorship opportunities, and a networking space, allowing participants to acquire essential skills and connect with industry professionals. By integrating education with employment, Apprenty seeks to better prepare the next generation for future job demands while assisting companies in effectively recruiting diverse talent.

Ruuf is a solar marketplace that connects homeowners with solar installers and lenders.

Funga is a company founded in 2021 and based in Austin, Texas, that focuses on leveraging the forest fungal microbiome to enhance forestry outcomes and combat climate change. It develops forest fungal networks by integrating advanced DNA sequencing and machine learning technologies with innovative research on the forest microbiome. Funga aims to place native, biodiverse communities of mycorrhizal fungi in optimal locations, which enables clients to achieve higher quality wood production, increased carbon sequestration, and the development of more resilient forests.

Oya Care is reimagining healthcare from a female perspective, delivering care through an affordable platform for women’s reproductive and most reoccurring intimate health needs.

Together by Renee is a free app that uses generative AI to streamline and automate health tasks like ordering refills, booking appointments and completing forms in an easy user experience perfect for the 123 million aging Americans managing diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and more. Together measures vital signs like blood pressure via smartphone camera - with no devices or wearables required. Together requires no data entry, typing or integration to legacy systems, using just AI to automate patient-centric care coordination. 67% of Together’s first 15,000 users are over 55 years of age and Together enjoys NetPromoter score of +85.

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Pachama is a company that utilizes artificial intelligence and satellite technology to facilitate investments in natural climate solutions. Its platform combines machine learning, satellite imaging, drones, and lidar technologies to monitor and verify carbon capture by forests. By providing continuous insights into forest health, carbon sequestration, wildlife protection, and community benefits, Pachama enables companies to identify high-quality conservation projects and track their environmental impact over time. Additionally, the company supports land stewards in developing carbon projects, thereby helping them secure funding while advancing reforestation and conservation efforts. This approach not only aids businesses in offsetting their carbon emissions but also contributes to the protection and restoration of vital forest ecosystems.

Favo is a supermarket shopping community that facilitates connections between local entrepreneurs and neighbors. The platform enables users to shop at wholesale prices while eliminating delivery costs and order management challenges through popular social media channels. By providing a streamlined and efficient buying experience, Favo allows customers to generate income without any upfront investment, fostering a sense of community and supporting local businesses.

Neomed is a health technology company focused on enhancing the patient journey through integrated solutions in cardiovascular care. It offers a medical registry platform that facilitates communication among clinics, laboratories, and hospitals. This platform allows individuals to generate their medical reports for ECG and EEG tests online, streamlining the reporting process and enabling digital record-keeping for physicians. Neomed is committed to improving healthcare quality and efficiency by leveraging advanced technology to support disease promotion, prevention, management, telediagnosis of cardiological exams, and emergency medical management. Its solutions cater to a variety of stakeholders, including clinics, laboratories, emergency rooms, hospitals, health insurance companies, and businesses.

Provi is a fintech company that focuses on providing tailored financing solutions for students pursuing educational opportunities, particularly boot camps. The company has developed a credit analysis platform that leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to evaluate public data from social networks. This innovative approach allows Provi to calculate personal loan rates more effectively, resulting in interest rates that are below market levels. By enhancing checkout conversion, Provi aims to make education more accessible for young individuals who seek to finance their course fees, underscoring its commitment to supporting their aspirations.

Slang is a technology-driven company that specializes in providing online English courses tailored for career development. Originating from a research project at MIT, Slang employs a proprietary machine learning engine to create a highly adaptive e-learning platform. This platform offers a wide range of specialized courses across various fields, including Sales, Finance, Logistics, Medicine, and Law. With the largest professional English course offering globally, Slang's curriculum focuses on real-world scenarios, enabling learners to acquire essential language skills relevant to their careers. The platform also features personalized software that tracks users' knowledge and progress, continually optimizing the learning experience. Looking ahead, Slang plans to expand its course offerings significantly, aiming to release an additional 1,000 courses in the next three years.

Good Money is a digital banking platform that prioritizes customer ownership and social responsibility. The platform offers traditional banking services alongside unique ownership benefits, allowing customers to share in the company's profits. Notably, Good Money commits to investing 50% of its profits in environmental protection and social justice initiatives. Its rewards debit card simplifies the process for customers to earn stock rewards on their purchases, while also encouraging them to refer new users, thereby increasing the value of their shares. Through this innovative approach, Good Money aims to align financial growth with positive social impact.

Letrus is an educational assessment platform founded in 2016 and based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, focused on enhancing writing skills among students. The company aims to address functional illiteracy in the Portuguese language by providing a system that integrates linguistic, pedagogical, and digital intelligence. Letrus's platform allows teachers to monitor individual student writing abilities and linguistic intelligence, generating detailed reports for assessment. This data-driven approach enables educational institutions to analyze student texts and create tailored instructional sequences, ultimately improving students' pedagogical, writing, and cognitive skills.

Labi Exames Ltda is a healthcare company based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in diagnostic and related healthcare tests and services. Founded in 2017, it operates laboratories that offer a variety of examinations, including HCG Beta, total cholesterol, glucose, complete blood count, type 1 urine, and vitamin D-25 hydroxy. Labi Exames is committed to providing high-quality laboratory examinations at competitive prices, ensuring that patients receive the care and attention they deserve. The company emphasizes national quality certification for its exam options, reflecting its dedication to maintaining standards in healthcare diagnostics.

Eureciclo operates in the field of environmental sustainability by facilitating the recycling process in Brazil. The company connects consumer goods brands with recyclers, promoting responsible recycling practices while ensuring transparency and accountability. Eureciclo issues Certificates of Environmental Compensation based on the tracking of post-consumer packaging and the formalization of the recycling chain. Utilizing a technological platform, it verifies the recycling process and the operators involved, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Brands that participate in this model can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability by obtaining the eureciclo label, which signifies their investment in the recycling ecosystem. This approach not only encourages companies to meet their recycling targets but also fosters the development of recycling operators, creating a more efficient and socially responsible waste management process.

New Hope Ecotech (NHE) is a technology startup that connects manufacturers with recycling players in formalization process via tradable environmental securities. Their innovative securities (similar to Carbon Credits, but for recyclables) solve manufacturers’ recycling obligations, increase overall recycling rates and generate additional income for recycling workers. Their securities close the Circular Economy’s loop at the Consumer Packaging Goods industry, enabling manufacturers to financially balance the environmental externalities caused by their packaging. NHE offers a software solution that tracks the waste flow in the supply-chain of recycling and creates an auditable, electronic paper trail in order to certify recycling activity: a Recycling Credit. Their Recycling Credits are sold directly to manufacturers as a solution that allows them to meet their recycling targets. Credits’ revenues are shared back with waste pickers, finally paying for their service of helping save their planet.

OccamzRazor specializes in enhancing drug discovery and development through the integration of machine learning and advanced biological techniques. The company's innovative analysis pipeline employs two proprietary technologies, Panoramic AI and RazorBrain, which work together to extract valuable data from both unstructured sources, such as biomedical publications and patient-reported outcomes, and structured datasets, including genomics and proteomics. This comprehensive approach allows for the generation of robust drug discovery hypotheses and insights. OccamzRazor has successfully applied its platform to various applications, including biomedical text data extraction, novel target identification, and drug repurposing. Furthermore, the company is focused on developing a neuroscience therapeutics platform aimed at addressing Parkinson's Disease by creating an exhaustive knowledge graph that synthesizes existing biomedical data, ultimately supporting healthcare professionals in therapeutic strategy and drug development.

OccamzRazor specializes in enhancing drug discovery and development through the integration of machine learning and advanced biological techniques. The company's innovative analysis pipeline employs two proprietary technologies, Panoramic AI and RazorBrain, which work together to extract valuable data from both unstructured sources, such as biomedical publications and patient-reported outcomes, and structured datasets, including genomics and proteomics. This comprehensive approach allows for the generation of robust drug discovery hypotheses and insights. OccamzRazor has successfully applied its platform to various applications, including biomedical text data extraction, novel target identification, and drug repurposing. Furthermore, the company is focused on developing a neuroscience therapeutics platform aimed at addressing Parkinson's Disease by creating an exhaustive knowledge graph that synthesizes existing biomedical data, ultimately supporting healthcare professionals in therapeutic strategy and drug development.