GroGuru Inc. is a technology company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in smart irrigation solutions for agriculture. Founded in 2014, GroGuru provides software as a service that enables farmers to monitor and manage irrigation effectively. The company leverages an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor network to deliver precise measurements of soil moisture, salinity, and temperature. By utilizing advanced analytics, GroGuru offers real-time insights and recommendations that help farmers optimize water usage, improve crop yields, and make informed decisions regarding irrigation schedules and fertilizer application. The company's solutions aim to promote sustainable farming practices while reducing input costs and conserving vital water resources.
AQUAOSO
Venture Round in 2022
AQUAOSO is a climate fintech SaaS company focused on providing climate risk analytics and tools for financial institutions. The company has developed a water risk research platform that measures water scarcity through advanced analytics, utilizing innovative technology and machine learning. This platform generates an accessible water score aimed at the agriculture industry, allowing farmers and water managers to effectively identify, understand, monitor, and mitigate water-related risks. AQUAOSO's offerings include stress testing tools, portfolio reporting, and advanced loan decisioning tools, all designed to enhance decision-making processes in the face of climate-related challenges.
GroGuru
Seed Round in 2019
GroGuru Inc. is a technology company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in smart irrigation solutions for agriculture. Founded in 2014, GroGuru provides software as a service that enables farmers to monitor and manage irrigation effectively. The company leverages an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor network to deliver precise measurements of soil moisture, salinity, and temperature. By utilizing advanced analytics, GroGuru offers real-time insights and recommendations that help farmers optimize water usage, improve crop yields, and make informed decisions regarding irrigation schedules and fertilizer application. The company's solutions aim to promote sustainable farming practices while reducing input costs and conserving vital water resources.
OffGridBox
Pre Seed Round in 2017
OffGridBox is a company that specializes in delivering renewable energy and clean water solutions to remote areas and developing countries through its innovative OffGridBox™ system. This modular unit, housed within a compact 6x6x6 feet shipping container, is equipped with the necessary technology to generate electricity and purify water. OffGridBox aims to address the needs of over 2 billion people who lack access to reliable energy and clean water. Each unit can serve approximately 300 families, potentially impacting around 1,500 individuals, and is often managed by local cooperatives, such as women-led organizations in Rwanda. The company has successfully deployed 38 units across nine countries, including Italy, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, the Philippines, Madagascar, the United States, and Colombia, serving various sectors such as humanitarian efforts, household retail, and industrial services. To date, these units have accumulated over 400,000 working hours, demonstrating their effectiveness and sustainability.
HeySuper
Pre Seed Round in 2017
HeySuper is a company that specializes in pool maintenance and repair services tailored for homeowners. By leveraging smartphone technology, HeySuper enhances the customer experience through features such as real-time notifications regarding technicians' arrival times, online fixed price quotes, and detailed online reports that include photos after each service. Customers can easily make payments online and have access to dedicated support via phone or text message. This innovative approach not only streamlines the process of pool maintenance but also helps homeowners save time and money.
GroGuru
Pre Seed Round in 2016
GroGuru Inc. is a technology company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in smart irrigation solutions for agriculture. Founded in 2014, GroGuru provides software as a service that enables farmers to monitor and manage irrigation effectively. The company leverages an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor network to deliver precise measurements of soil moisture, salinity, and temperature. By utilizing advanced analytics, GroGuru offers real-time insights and recommendations that help farmers optimize water usage, improve crop yields, and make informed decisions regarding irrigation schedules and fertilizer application. The company's solutions aim to promote sustainable farming practices while reducing input costs and conserving vital water resources.
Bevi
Convertible Note in 2014
Bevi develops bottle-less water dispensers for offices and commercial spaces that dispense beverages made from filtered tap water with natural flavors, including real fruit essences. The systems allow users to customize drinks and view nutrition information, while the company emphasizes tracking environmental impact and reducing waste from bottled beverages. The technology is designed to run on the municipal water supply, aiming to transform beverage delivery by offering eco-friendly, healthy hydration options on site.
ARYAV is a company specializing in solar power plants and solar water heating systems. Its flagship product, the Aryav Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG), produces clean, alkaline, and mineral-rich drinking water by extracting moisture from the air, making it an ideal solution for communities with limited access to safe drinking water.