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HotSpot CookTop is a company focused on the development and sales of innovative kitchen appliances, particularly advanced stove technology. Its products feature a unique system of independently controlled heating cells that can accommodate pots and pans of various shapes and sizes. The stoves are equipped with sensors located beneath a glass surface, complemented by a touchscreen interface and assistive cooking applications. This design aims to enhance the cooking experience by providing users with greater control and ease of use in the kitchen.

Founded in 2018, KUHMUTE designs and manufactures advanced charging hubs for multimodal micromobility vehicles. Headquartered in Flint, Michigan with offices in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Grand Haven, Michigan, the company specializes in creating platform-agnostic solutions that enable cities and mobility service providers to charge eScooters, ebikes, and autonomous delivery robots securely and efficiently.

Steam saves energy and money by making your Hot Water Tank a Smart Water Tank. It retrofits on any tank, old or new, installation taking around 10 minutes. As soon as Steam is installed it begins paying for itself in around a year when installed on the hot water tank of an average 3 bed house.

ChargeWheel is a California-based provider of on-demand, mobile electric-vehicle charging solutions for operators of EV and micromobility fleets. The company offers portable charging hubs delivered via energy delivery vans, capable of charging cars, buses, trucks, bikes, and scooters at offices, events, venues, or outdoor locations. Its hubs can be powered by solar energy, enabling diesel-free energy supply for concerts and events, with operations conducted without reliance on fixed infrastructure. Incorporated in 2018, ChargeWheel is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Steam Energy Labs is a company based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, co-founded by Elad Wallach and Vitaly Rubinovich in 1976. It specializes in the development of an intelligent thermostat aimed at optimizing water heater management for utility companies, thereby assisting in the balancing of the electricity grid. The thermostat offers detailed consumption data over time, dynamic smart control, and a feature called AwaySense, which enhances user experience. Additionally, it provides mobile notifications to alert users to potential malfunctions and overheating issues. By integrating renewable energy sources into the grid—sources that are often subject to variability due to weather patterns—the product not only promotes energy efficiency but also helps consumers reduce their costs with efficient gas water heaters.

PreFix is a home maintenance service provider and platform focused on preventive maintenance and on-demand repair for residential systems. It offers services for appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, including inspections, cleaning, replacements, and safety devices, primarily serving homeowners and landlords in Austin, Texas. The company operates a platform that facilitates booking and dispatch of maintenance and repair personnel for minor issues such as plumbing, HVAC failures, and appliance problems, with the aim of reducing maintenance-related hassles and costs for homeowners and property managers. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, PreFix positions itself as a local, preventive maintenance provider that can handle routine tune-ups and urgent repairs to keep homes functioning smoothly.

TEQ Charging, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a power management platform designed to facilitate the charging of electric vehicles. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, the company offers a comprehensive TEQ Charging system that includes hardware capable of processing payments, controlling access, and providing data and usage statistics. Its mobile website enables users to manage and request charging through a personalized dashboard. TEQ Charging's innovative queuing algorithms optimize the use of available power, allowing more charging stations to be deployed than the electrical infrastructure can typically support at one time. By transitioning electrical management to the cloud, the company ensures that each vehicle receives its charge as requested, addressing the growing demand for electric vehicle charging solutions amid a rising number of EVs on the road. TEQ Charging primarily serves the automotive industry and property managers looking to expand their charging infrastructure efficiently.

Elegus Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Detroit, Michigan, that specializes in the development and commercialization of separator membranes composed of nanoscale fibers. Founded in 2014, Elegus focuses on enhancing the performance of various energy storage technologies, including lithium-ion, lithium-sulfur, and lithium-air batteries. The company’s innovative separator technology, derived from extensive research at the University of Michigan, addresses critical challenges in battery performance, such as dendrite growth and thickness constraints. By enabling battery manufacturers to increase energy density without compromising safety, Elegus aims to support the evolving demands of the battery industry. The company's commitment to innovation positions it to provide high-performance solutions for contemporary and future energy storage applications.

Rise Robotics, based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative robotic components inspired by biological systems. Founded in 2011, the company aims to revolutionize the robotics industry by creating powerful wearable ExoSUITS. Their flagship product, the Cyclone Muscle, is a lightweight electric linear actuator that effectively transforms rotary motor motion into linear muscle-like actuation, addressing the critical balance between force, speed, and control. Additionally, Rise Robotics has developed the Bacon Robotic Air Compressor, which enhances traditional handheld air compressors through its unique Cyclone Linear Drive technology. This breakthrough innovation positions Rise Robotics at the forefront of advancing mobile robotic applications.

Torev Motors designs and manufactures axial flux electric motors for automotive and aerospace applications, focusing on low weight, high power output and reduced reliance on rare earth metals. Founded in 2022 and based in Arlington, Virginia, the company emphasizes a patented motor architecture that supports cost-effective modular designs, improved vehicle control and extended range. This approach aims to make advanced electric motors more affordable for automakers and aerospace customers while reducing energy consumption related to charging.