S2G Ventures

S2G Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, established in 2014, that focuses on investing in the food and agriculture sectors. The firm aims to support entrepreneurs whose products and services address the growing consumer demand for healthy, sustainable, and locally sourced food. S2G Ventures identifies key areas within the food system that are poised for innovation and change, creating a diverse portfolio that includes seed, venture, and growth-stage investments. Its investment interests span various domains, including agriculture, ingredients, infrastructure and logistics, food safety and technology, retail and restaurants, and consumer brands.

Kate Danaher

Managing Director

Priyanka Duvvuru

Vice President

Sanjeev Krishnan

Founder, Managing Director and CIO

Larsen Mettler

Managing Director

Francis O'Sullivan

Managing Director, Clean Energy

Cristina Rohr

Managing Director, Food and Agriculture

Aaron Rudberg

COO and Senior Managing Director

Chuck Templeton

Managing Partner

Matthew Walker

Managing Director

Andrea Woodside

Principal, Special Opportunities

Past deals in GreenTech

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.

Common Energy

Venture Round in 2022
Servicing Platform for Clean Energy Developers

Dexer

Convertible Note in 2022
AgVoice is a hands-free enabled, voice-interactive mobile technology for food and agriculture professionals to capture insights on the go. Users can improve productivity and workflow management, increase documentation accuracy, and gain valuable insights to optimize the use of resources in crop and animal production for a sustainability and environmental impact, by using proprietary analytics and processing of raw voice files including captured time stamps and location data. AgVoice is designed for use across the food and agriculture ecosystem, including livestock and crop production, agronomy, animal health and wellness, and machinery repair.

Brightseed

Series B in 2022
Brightseed, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in discovering clinically beneficial molecules found in plants through its innovative Forager platform. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company employs artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to screen plant genes, identifying the most effective sources for addressing various health conditions. By uncovering naturally occurring compounds with potential health benefits, Brightseed aims to enhance the quality of life and support chronic disease management. The company’s mission is to strengthen the connection between people and plants, ultimately facilitating a healthier future for individuals and communities.

Brilliant Planet

Series A in 2022
Brilliant Planet is unlocking the power of algae as an affordable method of permanently and quantifiably sequestering carbon at the gigaton scale. The company's innovative process enables vast quantities of microalgae to grow in open-air pond-based systems on coastal desert land.

MycoTechnology

Series E in 2022
MycoTechnology utilizes fungi-based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The platform can be used to solve a variety of challenges faced by the food, beverage, and flavor industries. MycoTechnology has released ClearTaste, an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is Kosher and Halal certified. ClearTaste improves the flavor of various agricultural products. MycoTechnology also engages in fermenting agricultural products with strains of gourmet fungi. The company offers myceliated chocolate as well as robusta and arabica coffee beans. It develops and licenses technology to the industry to naturally improve the flavor of robusta and arabica coffee. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Aurora, Colorado.

Yali Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Yali Biosciences is a food tech company that uses synthetic biology and genomics tools to make climate-smart, sustainable foods.
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.
Intelligent Growth Solutions Ltd, founded in 2013 and based in Dundee, United Kingdom, specializes in developing and providing advanced vertical farming technology for indoor food production in diverse locations. The company offers a plug-and-play platform that includes an indoor vertical farming demonstration facility equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled power and communications system. This system incorporates patented electrical, electronic, and mechanical technologies designed to create optimal growing conditions for plants. Intelligent Growth Solutions is committed to continuous innovation and practical design, challenging conventional approaches to agricultural technology.

Hazel Technologies

Series C in 2021
Hazel Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures packaging inserts to reduce the spoilage of fruits and vegetables. It offers packaging inserts called sachets that are placed in boxes of the produce by growers at the time of harvest, extending the shelf-life of produce by slowing aging in produce and preventing fungus or decay. The company also provides agricultural and horticultural consulting services. Hazel Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with an additional location in Salinas, California.

Intelligent Growth Solutions

Convertible Note in 2020
Intelligent Growth Solutions Ltd, founded in 2013 and based in Dundee, United Kingdom, specializes in developing and providing advanced vertical farming technology for indoor food production in diverse locations. The company offers a plug-and-play platform that includes an indoor vertical farming demonstration facility equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled power and communications system. This system incorporates patented electrical, electronic, and mechanical technologies designed to create optimal growing conditions for plants. Intelligent Growth Solutions is committed to continuous innovation and practical design, challenging conventional approaches to agricultural technology.

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.

Brightseed

Venture Round in 2020
Brightseed, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in discovering clinically beneficial molecules found in plants through its innovative Forager platform. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company employs artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to screen plant genes, identifying the most effective sources for addressing various health conditions. By uncovering naturally occurring compounds with potential health benefits, Brightseed aims to enhance the quality of life and support chronic disease management. The company’s mission is to strengthen the connection between people and plants, ultimately facilitating a healthier future for individuals and communities.

AppHarvest

Series C in 2020
AppHarvest, Inc. is an agricultural technology company that focuses on constructing and operating controlled-environment greenhouse farms. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Morehead, Kentucky, the company aims to produce non-GMO, chemical-free vegetables by integrating traditional farming methods with modern technology. Its greenhouses are designed to optimize water distribution and reduce overall water usage, contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices. Through these innovative approaches, AppHarvest seeks to enhance food production while minimizing environmental impact.

Hi Fidelity Genetics

Convertible Note in 2020
Hi Fidelity Genetics LLC is a startup based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the development of hardware and software for plant-breeding applications. The company provides tools designed to measure and predict various plant traits, which are essential for ensuring a stable food supply in the face of a growing global population and changing climate conditions.

GreenLight Biosciences

Series D in 2020
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.

MycoTechnology

Series D in 2020
MycoTechnology utilizes fungi-based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The platform can be used to solve a variety of challenges faced by the food, beverage, and flavor industries. MycoTechnology has released ClearTaste, an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is Kosher and Halal certified. ClearTaste improves the flavor of various agricultural products. MycoTechnology also engages in fermenting agricultural products with strains of gourmet fungi. The company offers myceliated chocolate as well as robusta and arabica coffee beans. It develops and licenses technology to the industry to naturally improve the flavor of robusta and arabica coffee. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Aurora, Colorado.

Terramera

Series B in 2020
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Dexer

Convertible Note in 2019
AgVoice is a hands-free enabled, voice-interactive mobile technology for food and agriculture professionals to capture insights on the go. Users can improve productivity and workflow management, increase documentation accuracy, and gain valuable insights to optimize the use of resources in crop and animal production for a sustainability and environmental impact, by using proprietary analytics and processing of raw voice files including captured time stamps and location data. AgVoice is designed for use across the food and agriculture ecosystem, including livestock and crop production, agronomy, animal health and wellness, and machinery repair.

Terramera

Series B in 2019
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Hazel Technologies

Series B in 2019
Hazel Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures packaging inserts to reduce the spoilage of fruits and vegetables. It offers packaging inserts called sachets that are placed in boxes of the produce by growers at the time of harvest, extending the shelf-life of produce by slowing aging in produce and preventing fungus or decay. The company also provides agricultural and horticultural consulting services. Hazel Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with an additional location in Salinas, California.
Intelligent Growth Solutions Ltd, founded in 2013 and based in Dundee, United Kingdom, specializes in developing and providing advanced vertical farming technology for indoor food production in diverse locations. The company offers a plug-and-play platform that includes an indoor vertical farming demonstration facility equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled power and communications system. This system incorporates patented electrical, electronic, and mechanical technologies designed to create optimal growing conditions for plants. Intelligent Growth Solutions is committed to continuous innovation and practical design, challenging conventional approaches to agricultural technology.

Brightseed

Series A in 2019
Brightseed, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in discovering clinically beneficial molecules found in plants through its innovative Forager platform. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company employs artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to screen plant genes, identifying the most effective sources for addressing various health conditions. By uncovering naturally occurring compounds with potential health benefits, Brightseed aims to enhance the quality of life and support chronic disease management. The company’s mission is to strengthen the connection between people and plants, ultimately facilitating a healthier future for individuals and communities.

MycoTechnology

Series C in 2019
MycoTechnology utilizes fungi-based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The platform can be used to solve a variety of challenges faced by the food, beverage, and flavor industries. MycoTechnology has released ClearTaste, an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is Kosher and Halal certified. ClearTaste improves the flavor of various agricultural products. MycoTechnology also engages in fermenting agricultural products with strains of gourmet fungi. The company offers myceliated chocolate as well as robusta and arabica coffee beans. It develops and licenses technology to the industry to naturally improve the flavor of robusta and arabica coffee. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Aurora, Colorado.

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.

Hi Fidelity Genetics

Series A in 2018
Hi Fidelity Genetics LLC is a startup based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in the development of hardware and software for plant-breeding applications. The company provides tools designed to measure and predict various plant traits, which are essential for ensuring a stable food supply in the face of a growing global population and changing climate conditions.

Hazel Technologies

Series A in 2018
Hazel Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures packaging inserts to reduce the spoilage of fruits and vegetables. It offers packaging inserts called sachets that are placed in boxes of the produce by growers at the time of harvest, extending the shelf-life of produce by slowing aging in produce and preventing fungus or decay. The company also provides agricultural and horticultural consulting services. Hazel Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with an additional location in Salinas, California.

GreenLight Biosciences

Series D in 2017
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.

MycoTechnology

Series B in 2017
MycoTechnology utilizes fungi-based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The platform can be used to solve a variety of challenges faced by the food, beverage, and flavor industries. MycoTechnology has released ClearTaste, an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is Kosher and Halal certified. ClearTaste improves the flavor of various agricultural products. MycoTechnology also engages in fermenting agricultural products with strains of gourmet fungi. The company offers myceliated chocolate as well as robusta and arabica coffee beans. It develops and licenses technology to the industry to naturally improve the flavor of robusta and arabica coffee. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Aurora, Colorado.

Arable

Series A in 2017
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.

Terramera

Venture Round in 2016
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Terramera

Venture Round in 2016
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

MycoTechnology

Series A in 2015
MycoTechnology utilizes fungi-based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The platform can be used to solve a variety of challenges faced by the food, beverage, and flavor industries. MycoTechnology has released ClearTaste, an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is Kosher and Halal certified. ClearTaste improves the flavor of various agricultural products. MycoTechnology also engages in fermenting agricultural products with strains of gourmet fungi. The company offers myceliated chocolate as well as robusta and arabica coffee beans. It develops and licenses technology to the industry to naturally improve the flavor of robusta and arabica coffee. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Aurora, Colorado.
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