Prelude Ventures

Prelude Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, focusing on investments in ClimateTech. The firm aims to support innovative companies led by exceptional entrepreneurs and management teams that tackle significant market opportunities to reduce carbon intensity in the global economy. Prelude Ventures manages multiple funds, including Prelude Climate Fund II and Prelude Climate Opportunities Fund I, which target various sectors such as agriculture, energy production, environmental services, and alternative energy equipment. By concentrating on impact investments, the firm seeks to drive meaningful change in the climate sector across the United States and Canada.

Mark Cupta

Managing Director

Alexandra Harbour

Advisor

Gabriel Kra

Managing Director

Bryan Shill

Principal

Timothy A. Woodward

Managing Director

113 past transactions

Terabase Energy

Series B in 2022
Terabase Energy, Inc. designs and develops automation and digital deployment solutions for utility-scale solar projects. It offers a cloud-based artificial intelligence project development platform which enables users to collaborate digital models of projects. Additionally, the company offers technical advisory and engineering services. Terabase Energy, Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Melbourne, Australia.

Arable

Series C in 2022
Arable Labs, Inc. specializes in developing a solar-powered Internet of Things (IoT) device equipped with advanced sensors for in-field crop monitoring. This technology allows farmers to digitize and optimize their agricultural decisions by providing critical data about the impact of weather and other factors on crop yield, quality, and harvest timing. Arable's integrated system combines unique spectral and thermal sensors with agronomic modeling and software tools, enabling users to monitor crop development and identify stressors such as water or nutrient deficiencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, agronomists, researchers, food processors, and agricultural enterprises, facilitating real-time insights and predictive analytics that enhance productivity and sustainability. Established in 2014, Arable is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Princeton, New Jersey. The company has received various accolades, highlighting its innovation in agricultural technology.

Electric Hydrogen

Series B in 2022
Developer of an advanced PEM technology designed to build low-cost, high-efficiency, fossil-free hydrogen systems. The company's low-cost renewable electricity produces clean hydrogen gas for the decarbonization of pollution from industries and eases the dependency on fossil fuels, providing clients with cost-effectively decarbonized gas and reducing massive industrial waste.

Quaise

Series A in 2022
Quaise is an energy company pioneering millimeter wave drilling technology to access deep geothermal energy. Quaise is developing and commercializing novel millimeter wave drilling systems to harness geothermal energy around the globe, overcoming the geographic constraints limiting this energy source today.

Sense

Series C in 2022
Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Recurrent

Venture Round in 2022
Recurrent Motors, Inc. engages in analyzing and providing reports for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. It offers car dealers and private party buyers with vehicle reports to buy used electric cars; and owners with personalized monthly battery analysis of their EVs. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Mori

Series B in 2022
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Living Carbon

Series A in 2022
Living Carbon, using biotechnology develop trees that better capture and store carbon. It also provides solutions for climate changes. It produces more durable wood for building and manufacturing applications. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Quaise

Series A in 2022
Quaise is an energy company pioneering millimeter wave drilling technology to access deep geothermal energy. Quaise is developing and commercializing novel millimeter wave drilling systems to harness geothermal energy around the globe, overcoming the geographic constraints limiting this energy source today.

Verdox

Venture Round in 2022
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.

Atom Computing

Series B in 2022
Atom Computing Inc. designs and manufactures scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company leverages the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and tackle complex challenges that are beyond the capabilities of classical computing. Its technology has applications in various fields, including drug design and computational chemistry, enabling advancements in areas that require high levels of computational power.

Persefoni

Series B in 2021
An intelligent SaaS Platform that helps organizations measure and reduce their carbon footprint in real-time. Our solutions help turn consumption and emissions data into action, enabling real and significant progress toward a lower organizational footprint from Scope 1 to 3. https://tinyurl.com/reuterspersefoni

Ripple Foods

Series E in 2021
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

Ripple Foods

Series E in 2021
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

LevelTen Energy

Series C in 2021
LevelTen Energy, Inc. operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace that links corporate and industrial power buyers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) from utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a technology-driven platform that enables a diverse range of customers to access renewable energy solutions. By aggregating buyers and sellers, LevelTen allows smaller corporate and industrial customers to engage with the same projects and terms typically available to larger energy purchasers. This innovative approach simplifies the procurement process, helping customers achieve their sustainability goals while stabilizing energy costs and eliminating the complexities of traditional request for proposal (RFP) processes.

Holo

Series B in 2021
Holo, Inc. designs and manufactures 3D printed parts in metal, ceramics, and composite materials. Its additive manufacturing technology is based on a flexible polymer binder platform compatible with copper, technical ceramics, composites, and other metals. The company’s 3D photolithographic process exposes eight million voxels at a time to build geometries that are chemically processed and sintered to manufacture finished 3D printed parts. Holo, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Oakland, California.

Form Energy

Series D in 2021
Form Energy, Inc. specializes in the development of long-duration energy storage systems aimed at replacing fossil fuel-based generation with renewable energy solutions. The company focuses on creating low-cost battery systems that can store energy from wind and solar sources for extended periods, enabling electricity supply from renewables to be more reliable and dispatchable throughout the year. Form Energy's technology, originally developed at MIT, enhances the electric grid's capacity without necessitating new transmission infrastructure and aims to diminish reliance on conventional thermal generation. Additionally, the company offers Formware, a software tool designed for capacity expansion with advanced optimization capabilities. Founded in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is backed by notable investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and MIT’s The Engine, and is driven by a team dedicated to overcoming complex technological challenges through innovation.

Atom Computing

Series A in 2021
Atom Computing Inc. designs and manufactures scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company leverages the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and tackle complex challenges that are beyond the capabilities of classical computing. Its technology has applications in various fields, including drug design and computational chemistry, enabling advancements in areas that require high levels of computational power.

Pivot Bio

Series D in 2021
Pivot Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2010 and based in Emeryville, California. The company specializes in advancing crop nutrition through a deep understanding of the microbiome. By leveraging engineering principles and data science, Pivot Bio develops innovative solutions that utilize naturally occurring microbes to enhance crop yield and quality. Their proprietary ON Technology aims to provide essential nutrients to crops, specifically focusing on enabling microbes to fix and supply nitrogen for corn. This approach seeks to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical fertilizers and pesticides, helping farmers improve their yields while addressing the nutritional needs of the growing global population. Through collaboration and communication, Pivot Bio is dedicated to transforming agricultural practices and contributing to a healthier planet.

Meati

Series B in 2021
Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

Electric Hydrogen

Series A in 2021
Developer of an advanced PEM technology designed to build low-cost, high-efficiency, fossil-free hydrogen systems. The company's low-cost renewable electricity produces clean hydrogen gas for the decarbonization of pollution from industries and eases the dependency on fossil fuels, providing clients with cost-effectively decarbonized gas and reducing massive industrial waste.

Voltus

Series C in 2021
Voltus, Inc. specializes in developing cash-generating energy products aimed at industrial, commercial, and institutional customers. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of solutions, including Voltlet, which enables second-level data acquisition and control, and Voltus, an energy cloud software. Additionally, it provides Voltapp, an application designed for real-time energy visibility and management. By leveraging these tools, Voltus helps clients optimize their energy usage, generate revenue, and implement innovative demand response, energy purchasing, and energy efficiency programs.

Encycle

Venture Round in 2021
REGEN Energy Inc. designs, develops, and markets wireless energy management solutions in Canada and the United States. The company’s products include EnviroGrid swarm-logic controllers, which are attached to electrical loads to communicate and coordinate with each other to reduce electrical demand for commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-unit residential facilities. Its products are used to control electrical demand for heaters, fans, compressors, chillers, cold storage systems, batter chargers, pumps, and dehumidifiers and humidifiers, as well as for new construction, retrofit, and ongoing building operations.

Heirloom

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Heirloom aims to remove 1 billion tons of carbon dioxide using the world's most cost-effective Direct Air Capture solution, a mineralization process known as enhanced weathering.

Thrilling

Series A in 2021
Thrilling Inc. is an e-commerce platform specializing in vintage and secondhand merchandise, offering a curated selection of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from boutiques across the United States. Founded in 2018 and based in Burbank, California, the platform currently features items from 100 stores located in 15 cities. Thrilling aims to provide consumers with a unique shopping experience by connecting them with high-quality, pre-loved fashion.

Solidia Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Solidia Technologies enables next generation products that offer superior performance while significantly minimizing environmental impact. Solidia is an advanced materials company, focusing on developing scalable solutions for the world of building and construction materials. Their technology enables the design of next generation products made by low energy processes that utilize waste materials and consume CO2. The products offer superior performance and value when compared to cement, concrete and stone while significantly minimizing environmental impact.

Mori

Series B in 2021
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Fortify

Series B in 2021
Fortify is a Boston-based advanced manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing custom composite materials using a patented magnetic 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating high-performance products reinforced with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and ceramics. Fortify's innovative approach aims to transform the additive manufacturing landscape by offering optimized composite materials suitable for a variety of applications, including tool manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. With a commitment to affordability and customization, Fortify is positioned to lead advancements in the production of reinforced composite products.

Boston Metal

Series B in 2021
Boston Metal is a provider of industrial-scale, metals production solutions utilizing its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process. MOE provides the metals industry with a more efficient, lower cost, and greener solution for the production of a wide array of metals and alloys from a wide variety of feedstocks. Boston Metal was spun-out of MIT in 2012 with an investment from Ingo Wender and has since scaled the technology 1,000x and produced thousands of kilograms of metal. Boston Metal’s headquarters and industrial development center are located in Woburn, MA.

Recurrent

Seed Round in 2020
Recurrent Motors, Inc. engages in analyzing and providing reports for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. It offers car dealers and private party buyers with vehicle reports to buy used electric cars; and owners with personalized monthly battery analysis of their EVs. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Zapata Computing

Series B in 2020
Zapata Computing is a quantum software company that offers computing solutions for industrial and commercial use. It provides hardware-agnostic solutions for simulation, optimization, and machine learning applications in chemistry, finance, logistics, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and materials. Zapata Computing is a spun out of Harvard University launched by a group of Harvard scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Form Energy

Series C in 2020
Form Energy, Inc. specializes in the development of long-duration energy storage systems aimed at replacing fossil fuel-based generation with renewable energy solutions. The company focuses on creating low-cost battery systems that can store energy from wind and solar sources for extended periods, enabling electricity supply from renewables to be more reliable and dispatchable throughout the year. Form Energy's technology, originally developed at MIT, enhances the electric grid's capacity without necessitating new transmission infrastructure and aims to diminish reliance on conventional thermal generation. Additionally, the company offers Formware, a software tool designed for capacity expansion with advanced optimization capabilities. Founded in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is backed by notable investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and MIT’s The Engine, and is driven by a team dedicated to overcoming complex technological challenges through innovation.

Voltus

Series B in 2020
Voltus, Inc. specializes in developing cash-generating energy products aimed at industrial, commercial, and institutional customers. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of solutions, including Voltlet, which enables second-level data acquisition and control, and Voltus, an energy cloud software. Additionally, it provides Voltapp, an application designed for real-time energy visibility and management. By leveraging these tools, Voltus helps clients optimize their energy usage, generate revenue, and implement innovative demand response, energy purchasing, and energy efficiency programs.

Benson Hill

Series D in 2020
Benson Hill is an agricultural technology company focused on crop improvement, particularly in soy protein innovation. By leveraging its proprietary CropOS™ platform, the company integrates machine learning, genomic data, and traditional breeding techniques to streamline the development of healthier and more sustainable food products. Benson Hill emphasizes unlocking the natural genetic diversity of plants to empower innovators in creating flavorful and nutritious ingredients. The company operates a Crop Accelerator for rapid prototyping and is developing a diverse seed portfolio that includes protein ingredients, aquaculture, specialty animal feed, and vegetable oils. Its revenue is generated from both proprietary and non-proprietary product categories, reflecting its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation.

Arable

Series B in 2020
Arable Labs, Inc. specializes in developing a solar-powered Internet of Things (IoT) device equipped with advanced sensors for in-field crop monitoring. This technology allows farmers to digitize and optimize their agricultural decisions by providing critical data about the impact of weather and other factors on crop yield, quality, and harvest timing. Arable's integrated system combines unique spectral and thermal sensors with agronomic modeling and software tools, enabling users to monitor crop development and identify stressors such as water or nutrient deficiencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, agronomists, researchers, food processors, and agricultural enterprises, facilitating real-time insights and predictive analytics that enhance productivity and sustainability. Established in 2014, Arable is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Princeton, New Jersey. The company has received various accolades, highlighting its innovation in agricultural technology.

Ripple Foods

Series D in 2020
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

Climax Foods

Seed Round in 2020
Climax Foods is a data science company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2019. It focuses on revolutionizing the food production system by utilizing artificial intelligence to innovate plant-based food products. The company develops sophisticated machine intelligence tools that facilitate the rapid creation of dairy alternatives optimized for taste, texture, and nutrition, enabling them to effectively compete with traditional animal-based foods. By leveraging the vast biodiversity of the plant kingdom, Climax Foods aims to deliver high-quality food at an accessible price point, bringing together a team of experienced data and food scientists to drive this transformation in the industry.

Zapata Computing

Venture Round in 2020
Zapata Computing is a quantum software company that offers computing solutions for industrial and commercial use. It provides hardware-agnostic solutions for simulation, optimization, and machine learning applications in chemistry, finance, logistics, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and materials. Zapata Computing is a spun out of Harvard University launched by a group of Harvard scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Meati

Series A in 2020
Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

Mori

Series A in 2020
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Natron Energy

Series D in 2020
Natron Energy, Inc. is an energy storage company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in the development of sodium ion battery technologies for industrial applications. Founded in 2012, the company designs batteries that feature high power, long cycle life, and affordability, utilizing a unique Prussian blue chemistry. Natron Energy's products are suitable for various stationary applications, including uninterruptible power supplies, lift trucks, renewable energy smoothing, smart grids, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the company operates a software-defined power platform that enhances its energy storage solutions, making them adaptable for critical backup power systems and electric vehicle fast charging, among other uses. Previously known as Alveo Energy, Natron Energy rebranded in March 2017 to better reflect its focus on innovative energy storage solutions.

SCiFi Foods

Venture Round in 2020
SCiFi Foods, known as Artemys, Inc., is a biotechnology company based in San Leandro, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in producing meat and meat products through innovative methods that cultivate meat from animal cells rather than relying on traditional animal harvesting. This approach allows SCiFi Foods to create next-generation meat alternatives, promoting sustainability in food production. The company aims to revolutionize the meat industry by offering a more humane and environmentally friendly way to provide protein to consumers.

Lime

Venture Round in 2020
Lime aims to provide a sustainable solution to the first and last mile transportation problem by helping people move around their cities in an affordable and convenient way while eliminating their carbon footprint. The company empowers future generations to change their behavior so we can save this planet together. From the electric scooter to the e-assist and pedal bike, experience the excitement of Lime’s smart mobility fleet.

Pivot Bio

Series C in 2020
Pivot Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2010 and based in Emeryville, California. The company specializes in advancing crop nutrition through a deep understanding of the microbiome. By leveraging engineering principles and data science, Pivot Bio develops innovative solutions that utilize naturally occurring microbes to enhance crop yield and quality. Their proprietary ON Technology aims to provide essential nutrients to crops, specifically focusing on enabling microbes to fix and supply nitrogen for corn. This approach seeks to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical fertilizers and pesticides, helping farmers improve their yields while addressing the nutritional needs of the growing global population. Through collaboration and communication, Pivot Bio is dedicated to transforming agricultural practices and contributing to a healthier planet.

Covercress

Venture Round in 2020
CoverCress is a biotechnology company that focuses on research and development of renewable fuel and livestock feed. It specializes in producing an oilseed crop for food, bioenergy, and cattle feed. It specializes in the fields of agriculture, biotechnology, plants, genetics, cover crop, and precision agriculture. CoverCress was founded in 2013 by Jerry Steiner and Dr. Tim Ulmasov and is headquartered in St. Louis Missouri.

OptimoRoute

Series A in 2020
OptimoRoute Inc. offers an online platform designed to plan and optimize routes and schedules for delivery and field service operations. The software generates efficient routes and stop sequences by considering various constraints, including travel times, driver work hours, delivery schedules, vehicle capacity, and driver skills. This solution is utilized by a diverse range of industries, including cleaning services, delivery, farming, floristry, food and beverage, waste collection, home care, HVAC, inspections, installations, landscaping, maintenance, pest control, plumbing, real estate, and trucking. Founded in 2012 and based in Palo Alto, California, OptimoRoute aims to provide advanced planning and routing capabilities to enhance operational efficiency for its clients.

ClearMetal

Series A in 2020
ClearMetal, Inc. develops artificial intelligence software for supply chain operations. It offers transport and supply chain visibility solutions through the cloud-based web application, decision support, predictive risk, event predictions, and smart processing and cleaning. ClearMetal, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

AMP Robotics

Series A in 2019
AMP Robotics Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing robotic systems for material recovery facilities and recycling operations, focusing on automating the identification, sorting, and processing of complex waste streams. The company's flagship product, AMP Cortex, utilizes advanced robotics and computer vision technology to efficiently pick and sort recyclable materials, significantly lowering sorting costs. Additionally, AMP Neuron, a software solution, captures and analyzes material data to identify features in a manner similar to human perception. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, AMP Robotics enhances recycling processes for various waste types, including municipal solid waste and e-waste. The modular design of its systems allows for easy integration into existing infrastructure, minimizing disruption and capital investment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, AMP Robotics has formed strategic partnerships to further its mission of improving recycling rates and economic recovery of recyclables.

Citrine Informatics

Series B in 2019
Citrine Informatics is a computer software company that specializes in the fields of big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. It features a software platform that ingests and analyzes vast quantities of technical data on materials, chemicals, and devices to streamline R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for any organization that produces a physical product. The company was founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Yerdle

Series C in 2019
Yerdle, Inc. operates an online marketplace focused on swapping durable goods, allowing customers to exchange or purchase smaller-ticket items such as used clothing and household items. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, Yerdle has evolved from a used goods marketplace to a platform that supports brands in the resale market. It empowers companies like Patagonia, REI, and Eileen Fisher to implement sustainable practices and engage with customers through circular business models. With a community of approximately 950,000 members, Yerdle has facilitated the sharing of over 1.2 million items, promoting a more sustainable approach to consumption and waste reduction.

Trove

Series C in 2019
Trove is a technology-driven platform based in Brisbane, California, that specializes in launching and reselling business and brands. The company provides a range of services, including storefront design, product photography, cleaning and repair, authentication, and customer service. By offering white-label technology and end-to-end operations, Trove empowers premium and luxury brands like Levi’s, Patagonia, and REI to manage their own resale marketplaces. This approach allows brands to reclaim items from customers while maintaining control over their brand equity and customer relationships. Committed to sustainability, Trove seeks to promote circular shopping, enabling consumers to access high-quality products with reduced waste.

Form Energy

Series B in 2019
Form Energy, Inc. specializes in the development of long-duration energy storage systems aimed at replacing fossil fuel-based generation with renewable energy solutions. The company focuses on creating low-cost battery systems that can store energy from wind and solar sources for extended periods, enabling electricity supply from renewables to be more reliable and dispatchable throughout the year. Form Energy's technology, originally developed at MIT, enhances the electric grid's capacity without necessitating new transmission infrastructure and aims to diminish reliance on conventional thermal generation. Additionally, the company offers Formware, a software tool designed for capacity expansion with advanced optimization capabilities. Founded in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is backed by notable investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and MIT’s The Engine, and is driven by a team dedicated to overcoming complex technological challenges through innovation.

Sense

Series B in 2019
Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Fortify

Series A in 2019
Fortify is a Boston-based advanced manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing custom composite materials using a patented magnetic 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating high-performance products reinforced with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and ceramics. Fortify's innovative approach aims to transform the additive manufacturing landscape by offering optimized composite materials suitable for a variety of applications, including tool manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. With a commitment to affordability and customization, Fortify is positioned to lead advancements in the production of reinforced composite products.

Thrilling

Seed Round in 2019
Thrilling Inc. is an e-commerce platform specializing in vintage and secondhand merchandise, offering a curated selection of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from boutiques across the United States. Founded in 2018 and based in Burbank, California, the platform currently features items from 100 stores located in 15 cities. Thrilling aims to provide consumers with a unique shopping experience by connecting them with high-quality, pre-loved fashion.

Meati

Venture Round in 2019
Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

Powerhive

Series B in 2019
Powerhive Inc. specializes in rural electrification by providing innovative tools and services aimed at enhancing energy access in underserved markets globally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, Powerhive offers a range of technology solutions including Honeycomb, a cloud-based platform that automates account management and enables real-time monitoring of microgrid operations. The company also has developed Asali, a smart meter for off-grid applications, and SWARM, a tool that aids in project site selection and customer identification. Additionally, Powerhive supports microgrid operations management and project development through services such as market feasibility studies, pilot deployments, and on-site training. By partnering with utilities and independent power producers, Powerhive aims to provide scalable and bankable off-grid utility solutions that ensure access to reliable and affordable electricity for millions of rural homes and businesses.

Sense Photonics

Series A in 2019
Sense Photonics, Inc. develops advanced light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions for various applications, including autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the company specializes in producing LiDAR sensors that utilize lasers to generate 3D maps of environments in diverse conditions, such as day or night and across different weather scenarios. With a focus on reliable, modular, and configurable 3D sensing, Sense Photonics has established a strong technological foundation, backed by over 200 patents. Their solid-state sensors, which contain no moving parts, are designed to meet the stringent performance, reliability, and cost requirements essential for automotive and industrial sectors.

LevelTen Energy

Series B in 2019
LevelTen Energy, Inc. operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace that links corporate and industrial power buyers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) from utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a technology-driven platform that enables a diverse range of customers to access renewable energy solutions. By aggregating buyers and sellers, LevelTen allows smaller corporate and industrial customers to engage with the same projects and terms typically available to larger energy purchasers. This innovative approach simplifies the procurement process, helping customers achieve their sustainability goals while stabilizing energy costs and eliminating the complexities of traditional request for proposal (RFP) processes.

Zapata Computing

Series A in 2019
Zapata Computing is a quantum software company that offers computing solutions for industrial and commercial use. It provides hardware-agnostic solutions for simulation, optimization, and machine learning applications in chemistry, finance, logistics, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and materials. Zapata Computing is a spun out of Harvard University launched by a group of Harvard scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Planet

Series D in 2019
Planet Labs, Inc., a space and analytics company, provides information about the changing planet. The company operates a fleet of earth imaging satellites to frequently image the entire planet and provide open access to that information. Planet Labs Inc. was formerly known as Cosmogia, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Fortify

Seed Round in 2019
Fortify is a Boston-based advanced manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing custom composite materials using a patented magnetic 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating high-performance products reinforced with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and ceramics. Fortify's innovative approach aims to transform the additive manufacturing landscape by offering optimized composite materials suitable for a variety of applications, including tool manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. With a commitment to affordability and customization, Fortify is positioned to lead advancements in the production of reinforced composite products.

Boston Metal

Series A in 2019
Boston Metal is a provider of industrial-scale, metals production solutions utilizing its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process. MOE provides the metals industry with a more efficient, lower cost, and greener solution for the production of a wide array of metals and alloys from a wide variety of feedstocks. Boston Metal was spun-out of MIT in 2012 with an investment from Ingo Wender and has since scaled the technology 1,000x and produced thousands of kilograms of metal. Boston Metal’s headquarters and industrial development center are located in Woburn, MA.

Greenlight Biosciences

Venture Round in 2019
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company that specializes in RNA-based solutions for agricultural and pharmaceutical applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Medford, Massachusetts, with an additional location in North Carolina, the company utilizes its Unconstrained Metabolism technology platform to convert renewable substrates into valuable chemicals and fuels. This platform allows for significant flexibility and control in the production process. GreenLight is also focused on developing RNA products aimed at improving crop management, plant protection, and animal health, while advancing vaccine development and pandemic preparedness. In addition to these applications, the company is working on mRNA-based vaccine candidates targeting seasonal and pandemic influenza, as well as other emerging viruses, to enhance public health. Through its innovations, GreenLight aims to provide sustainable solutions that contribute to global food security and health.

Holo

Seed Round in 2019
Holo, Inc. designs and manufactures 3D printed parts in metal, ceramics, and composite materials. Its additive manufacturing technology is based on a flexible polymer binder platform compatible with copper, technical ceramics, composites, and other metals. The company’s 3D photolithographic process exposes eight million voxels at a time to build geometries that are chemically processed and sintered to manufacture finished 3D printed parts. Holo, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Oakland, California.

Covercress

Venture Round in 2018
CoverCress is a biotechnology company that focuses on research and development of renewable fuel and livestock feed. It specializes in producing an oilseed crop for food, bioenergy, and cattle feed. It specializes in the fields of agriculture, biotechnology, plants, genetics, cover crop, and precision agriculture. CoverCress was founded in 2013 by Jerry Steiner and Dr. Tim Ulmasov and is headquartered in St. Louis Missouri.

Sense

Series B in 2018
Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Atom Computing

Seed Round in 2018
Atom Computing Inc. designs and manufactures scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company leverages the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and tackle complex challenges that are beyond the capabilities of classical computing. Its technology has applications in various fields, including drug design and computational chemistry, enabling advancements in areas that require high levels of computational power.

Benson Hill

Series C in 2018
Benson Hill is an agricultural technology company focused on crop improvement, particularly in soy protein innovation. By leveraging its proprietary CropOS™ platform, the company integrates machine learning, genomic data, and traditional breeding techniques to streamline the development of healthier and more sustainable food products. Benson Hill emphasizes unlocking the natural genetic diversity of plants to empower innovators in creating flavorful and nutritious ingredients. The company operates a Crop Accelerator for rapid prototyping and is developing a diverse seed portfolio that includes protein ingredients, aquaculture, specialty animal feed, and vegetable oils. Its revenue is generated from both proprietary and non-proprietary product categories, reflecting its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation.

MineSense Technologies

Series D in 2018
MineSense Technologies is a developer of a data analytics platform intended to monitor and improve the productivity and recovery of mines. The company's platform provides businesses with real-time, sensor-based sorting of low-grade ore to a level of sensitivity and to identify differences in mineralogy, enabling the mining industry to sort ores easily and enhance mineral planning. MineSense Technologies was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Catalog

Seed Round in 2018
CATALOG is a developer of a data conversion and storage platform used to offer the next generation of digital data archives and computation. Its platform facilitates the encoding of data and information into DNA format and makes it economically attractive to use DNA as the major medium for long-term archival of data that enables customers to store digital information in DNA molecules. It brings cutting-edge synthetic biology technologies to the world of information storage and computation. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Nyriad

Series A in 2018
Nyriad Limited is a technology company that specializes in advanced storage solutions tailored for big data and high-performance computing. Established in 2015 and based in Cambridge, New Zealand, Nyriad develops innovative products such as NSULATE, an ultra-fast erasure coding solution; NPAC, which offers parallel accelerated compression for real-time storage and network traffic; and NAPPA, a framework that integrates various compression and encoding codecs into server and client applications. The company’s compression technology platform leverages graphics processing units (GPUs) to deliver resilient data storage, addressing the scale, security, efficiency, and performance requirements of demanding IT projects. Nyriad's offerings support both storage and computing performance, catering to the needs of systems integrators and organizations engaged in high-performance data-driven initiatives.

Ripple Foods

Series C in 2018
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

Scoop

Series B in 2017
Scoop Technologies, Inc. develops an application for carpooling. Its application allows users to schedule morning and afternoon commutes with nearby coworkers and neighbors; and tailors a custom carpool based on route, employer, traffic, and more. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Solidia Technologies

Series C in 2017
Solidia Technologies enables next generation products that offer superior performance while significantly minimizing environmental impact. Solidia is an advanced materials company, focusing on developing scalable solutions for the world of building and construction materials. Their technology enables the design of next generation products made by low energy processes that utilize waste materials and consume CO2. The products offer superior performance and value when compared to cement, concrete and stone while significantly minimizing environmental impact.

Voltus

Series A in 2017
Voltus, Inc. specializes in developing cash-generating energy products aimed at industrial, commercial, and institutional customers. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of solutions, including Voltlet, which enables second-level data acquisition and control, and Voltus, an energy cloud software. Additionally, it provides Voltapp, an application designed for real-time energy visibility and management. By leveraging these tools, Voltus helps clients optimize their energy usage, generate revenue, and implement innovative demand response, energy purchasing, and energy efficiency programs.

LevelTen Energy

Series A in 2017
LevelTen Energy, Inc. operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace that links corporate and industrial power buyers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) from utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a technology-driven platform that enables a diverse range of customers to access renewable energy solutions. By aggregating buyers and sellers, LevelTen allows smaller corporate and industrial customers to engage with the same projects and terms typically available to larger energy purchasers. This innovative approach simplifies the procurement process, helping customers achieve their sustainability goals while stabilizing energy costs and eliminating the complexities of traditional request for proposal (RFP) processes.

ClearMetal

Series A in 2017
ClearMetal, Inc. develops artificial intelligence software for supply chain operations. It offers transport and supply chain visibility solutions through the cloud-based web application, decision support, predictive risk, event predictions, and smart processing and cleaning. ClearMetal, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Heliotrope

Series B in 2017
Heliotrope Technologies, Inc. manufactures electrochromic window coatings that control light and heat. The company offers Universal Smart Window coating, a thin film of transparent nanocrystals embedded in a matrix. Its product uses a small jolt of electricity to create variations in the degree a window will transmit visible light and near-infrared radiation, which produces heat. Heliotrope Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Berkeley, California.

Metalenz

Seed Round in 2017
Metalenz, Inc. is focused on the research, development, production, and prototyping of innovative optical components. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company specializes in novel optical elements that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces, also known as metamaterial structures. These advanced technologies allow for precise control of wavefronts, polarization, and other light properties. Metalenz's ultra-thin planar optics are designed for high-resolution, full-color imaging, making lenses for mobile phones, computers, and various smaller electronic devices more compact and lightweight. This approach provides businesses with miniaturized alternatives to traditional lenses, enhancing the performance and design of modern electronic products.

Citrine Informatics

Series A in 2017
Citrine Informatics is a computer software company that specializes in the fields of big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. It features a software platform that ingests and analyzes vast quantities of technical data on materials, chemicals, and devices to streamline R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for any organization that produces a physical product. The company was founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Benson Hill

Series B in 2017
Benson Hill is an agricultural technology company focused on crop improvement, particularly in soy protein innovation. By leveraging its proprietary CropOS™ platform, the company integrates machine learning, genomic data, and traditional breeding techniques to streamline the development of healthier and more sustainable food products. Benson Hill emphasizes unlocking the natural genetic diversity of plants to empower innovators in creating flavorful and nutritious ingredients. The company operates a Crop Accelerator for rapid prototyping and is developing a diverse seed portfolio that includes protein ingredients, aquaculture, specialty animal feed, and vegetable oils. Its revenue is generated from both proprietary and non-proprietary product categories, reflecting its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation.

polySpectra

Venture Round in 2017
PolySpectra, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing computer-guided 3D printing resins, transforming 3D printing from a prototyping tool into a viable production manufacturing method. The company focuses on creating functional materials for advanced additive manufacturing, utilizing light-activated catalysts to produce durable plastic parts suitable for consumer use. PolySpectra's modular platform allows for the delivery of materials with a wide range of tailored properties from a single chemical system, supporting inventors, designers, and engineers in bringing their ideas to fruition.

Covercress

Venture Round in 2017
CoverCress is a biotechnology company that focuses on research and development of renewable fuel and livestock feed. It specializes in producing an oilseed crop for food, bioenergy, and cattle feed. It specializes in the fields of agriculture, biotechnology, plants, genetics, cover crop, and precision agriculture. CoverCress was founded in 2013 by Jerry Steiner and Dr. Tim Ulmasov and is headquartered in St. Louis Missouri.

MineSense Technologies

Series C in 2017
MineSense Technologies is a developer of a data analytics platform intended to monitor and improve the productivity and recovery of mines. The company's platform provides businesses with real-time, sensor-based sorting of low-grade ore to a level of sensitivity and to identify differences in mineralogy, enabling the mining industry to sort ores easily and enhance mineral planning. MineSense Technologies was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Sense

Series A in 2017
Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Encycle

Venture Round in 2016
REGEN Energy Inc. designs, develops, and markets wireless energy management solutions in Canada and the United States. The company’s products include EnviroGrid swarm-logic controllers, which are attached to electrical loads to communicate and coordinate with each other to reduce electrical demand for commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-unit residential facilities. Its products are used to control electrical demand for heaters, fans, compressors, chillers, cold storage systems, batter chargers, pumps, and dehumidifiers and humidifiers, as well as for new construction, retrofit, and ongoing building operations.

EnergySavvy

Series D in 2016
EnergySavvy is a cloud software company that helps utilities transform their customer experience and operations. EnergySavvy provides personalized customer insights, breakthrough customer engagement, and automated program delivery with the industry's only platform purpose-built to enhance the customer experience and increase operational efficiency. Nearly 40 utilities and state programs rely on EnergySavvy to enable customer experience transformation in the modern, digital customer era. The company is led by alumni from Microsoft, Amazon, PG&E, and EnerNOC. EnergySavvy brings together expertise in software, user experience, and analytics to deliver cloud solutions that clients love.

Spark Thermionics

Seed Round in 2016
Spark Thermionics offers an energy-generation device that displaces conventional power production methods. The device utilizes heat-to-electricity converters that are based on thermionic energy conversion technology, can produce power from any fuel source at high efficiency, in a quiet package, and can scale from watts to megawatts, enabling people around the world to have cleaner, cheaper, and more secure electricity.

Zymergen

Series B in 2016
Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2013. The company focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. Zymergen employs a platform that combines automation, machine learning, and genomics to optimize microbial strains, enhancing production processes and fostering improved economic outcomes. The company also offers new product development services, enabling the engineering of novel molecules from diverse microbial sources. With additional offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, Zymergen integrates advanced technologies to partner with nature in creating innovative materials and products across multiple sectors.

MineSense Technologies

Series B in 2016
MineSense Technologies is a developer of a data analytics platform intended to monitor and improve the productivity and recovery of mines. The company's platform provides businesses with real-time, sensor-based sorting of low-grade ore to a level of sensitivity and to identify differences in mineralogy, enabling the mining industry to sort ores easily and enhance mineral planning. MineSense Technologies was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Ripple Foods

Series B in 2016
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

Renew Financial

Series D in 2016
Renew Financial specializes in providing innovative financing solutions aimed at supporting contractors in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors. Founded in 2008 by Cisco DeVries, the company focuses on promoting energy independence and transitioning to a clean energy economy. Its primary offerings include the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing model and the Warehouse for Energy Efficiency Loans, which facilitate access to financing for residential energy efficiency projects by attracting institutional investors. Renew Financial's platform provides both secured and unsecured financing options to homeowners, contractors, and local governments, enabling them to undertake energy, safety, and water efficiency improvements. This approach not only helps property owners reduce energy consumption but also aids local governments in creating jobs and fostering sustainable development.

MineSense Technologies

Convertible Note in 2016
MineSense Technologies is a developer of a data analytics platform intended to monitor and improve the productivity and recovery of mines. The company's platform provides businesses with real-time, sensor-based sorting of low-grade ore to a level of sensitivity and to identify differences in mineralogy, enabling the mining industry to sort ores easily and enhance mineral planning. MineSense Technologies was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Powerhive

Series A in 2016
Powerhive Inc. specializes in rural electrification by providing innovative tools and services aimed at enhancing energy access in underserved markets globally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, Powerhive offers a range of technology solutions including Honeycomb, a cloud-based platform that automates account management and enables real-time monitoring of microgrid operations. The company also has developed Asali, a smart meter for off-grid applications, and SWARM, a tool that aids in project site selection and customer identification. Additionally, Powerhive supports microgrid operations management and project development through services such as market feasibility studies, pilot deployments, and on-site training. By partnering with utilities and independent power producers, Powerhive aims to provide scalable and bankable off-grid utility solutions that ensure access to reliable and affordable electricity for millions of rural homes and businesses.

Ripple Foods

Series A in 2015
Ripple Foods specializes in producing high-quality, dairy-free milk alternatives that prioritize nutrition and taste. Their products are designed to be high in protein, offering eight times the protein found in almond milk while containing half the sugar of traditional dairy milk. Additionally, Ripple's beverages are rich in bioavailable calcium, providing 50% more than regular milk, and are a good source of potassium and omega-3 fatty acids. With a focus on delivering a creamy texture that enhances the drinking experience, Ripple aims to provide a satisfying alternative for those seeking non-dairy options without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.

Heliotrope

Series A in 2015
Heliotrope Technologies, Inc. manufactures electrochromic window coatings that control light and heat. The company offers Universal Smart Window coating, a thin film of transparent nanocrystals embedded in a matrix. Its product uses a small jolt of electricity to create variations in the degree a window will transmit visible light and near-infrared radiation, which produces heat. Heliotrope Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Berkeley, California.

Benson Hill

Series A in 2015
Benson Hill is an agricultural technology company focused on crop improvement, particularly in soy protein innovation. By leveraging its proprietary CropOS™ platform, the company integrates machine learning, genomic data, and traditional breeding techniques to streamline the development of healthier and more sustainable food products. Benson Hill emphasizes unlocking the natural genetic diversity of plants to empower innovators in creating flavorful and nutritious ingredients. The company operates a Crop Accelerator for rapid prototyping and is developing a diverse seed portfolio that includes protein ingredients, aquaculture, specialty animal feed, and vegetable oils. Its revenue is generated from both proprietary and non-proprietary product categories, reflecting its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation.

Simplus

Seed Round in 2015
Simplus is a Platinum Salesforce partner specializing in quote-to-cash implementations. It provides enterprise-wide digital transformation through advisory, implementation, change management, custom configuration, and managed services.