S2G Ventures

S2G Ventures is a Chicago-based, multi-stage investment firm focused on fostering innovation across food and agriculture, oceans, and energy. Founded in 2014, it targets late-stage venture and growth investments and maintains a portfolio spanning seed, venture, and growth rounds. The firm backs entrepreneurs delivering market-driven solutions that transform food systems and related sectors, including ingredients, infrastructure and logistics, food safety technology, retail and consumer brands, as well as opportunities in ocean and energy domains. Its objective is to catalyze healthier, sustainable, and locally sourced food systems through investments that cover agricultural products, logistics, and consumer offerings.

Arthur Chow

Vice President

Kate Danaher

Managing Director

Priyanka Duvvuru

Vice President

Sanjeev Krishnan

Senior Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer

Larsen Mettler

Managing Director, Oceans and Seafood

Past deals in Sustainability

Sunday

Venture Round in 2025
Sunday is a subscription-based lawn care service that uses climate, soil, and satellite data to provide personalized plans for garden and lawn maintenance. Founded in Boulder, Colorado in 2019 by Coulter and Trent Lewis, Sunday aims to make gardening convenient and sustainable.

EarthOptics

Venture Round in 2024
EarthOptics develops a global soil cloud platform for sustainable agricultural management. It uses advanced sensors and machine learning to create accurate soil maps with fewer samples, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about soil compaction, fertility, and carbon levels.

Catalera

Series A in 2024
Catalera BioSolutions, established over a decade ago, specializes in developing biological pesticides. Their products, inspired by natural solutions, serve consumers, professionals, and agriculture, providing an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals. With a proven track record, the company focuses on creating effective, safe, and healthy solutions for plant, home, and public health.

Applied Carbon

Series A in 2024
Applied Carbon is a company focused on developing innovative mobile pyrolysis systems that produce biochar and sequester carbon on a large scale. Their technology targets degraded or blighted lands in urban and peri-urban areas, efficiently converting on-site biomass waste into biochar, a sustainable form of charcoal derived from agricultural waste. This process not only facilitates organic waste disposal but also enhances soil health by improving nutrient and water retention and aiding in the remediation of contaminants. By trapping atmospheric carbon, Applied Carbon aims to contribute to environmental sustainability and soil regeneration while addressing the challenges posed by climate change.

Kuehnle Agrosystems

Series A in 2024
Kuehnle Agrosystems, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and production of specialty chemicals and raw materials derived from microalgae. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company focuses on creating biologically active compounds for various applications. Its product range serves the personal care industry, including cosmetics, skin care, and dietary supplements, as well as agriculture and aquaculture sectors, offering solutions such as feed additives, crop protectants, and quality control products. Kuehnle Agrosystems collaborates with multinational corporations to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions across these diverse markets.

Matter.

Series A in 2023
Matter is a tech startup based in Bristol that specializes in developing innovative solutions to capture, harvest, and recycle microplastics. The company focuses on eliminating microplastic contamination at various levels, including residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Their technology is designed to filter water and capture plastic micropollutants from wastewater systems, thereby improving water quality and reducing pollution risk. By making these microplastics valuable for safe reuse, Matter aims to address environmental concerns related to microplastic contamination.

EarthOptics

Series B in 2023
EarthOptics develops a global soil cloud platform for sustainable agricultural management. It uses advanced sensors and machine learning to create accurate soil maps with fewer samples, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about soil compaction, fertility, and carbon levels.

Soli Organic

Series D in 2022
Soli Organic is an indoor farming company that grows and supplies fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores year-round. It uses a vertically integrated approach to produce living organic plants with fresh-cut leaves, including lime leaves, rosemary, chives, and arugula, grown regionally to emphasize freshness and sustainability. By delivering a steady, locally produced supply of herbs, the company aims to provide high-quality, flavorful products to retailers and their customers.

GreenLight Biosciences

Post in 2022
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in RNA-based solutions for agriculture and pharmaceutical applications. It develops mRNA vaccines, including COVID-19 candidates, and offers sustainable crop protection technologies using its proprietary cell-free production platform.

Eat the Change

Venture Round in 2022
Founded by Seth Goldman and Spike Mendelsohn, Eat the Change is a platform dedicated to educating and empowering consumers to make climate-friendly and health-conscious dietary choices. The company produces chef-crafted, nutrient-dense snacks that prioritize environmental sustainability.

Common Energy

Venture Round in 2022
Common Energy facilitates clean energy adoption for homeowners and businesses by connecting them with local renewable projects through their existing utility accounts. This enables participants to save on electricity costs while reducing emissions.

Brilliant Planet

Series A in 2022
Brilliant Planet develops algae-based biomass production to permanently sequester carbon at large scale using open-air pond systems on coastal desert land. The approach grows microalgae without fresh water, leveraging natural processes to sequester carbon while supporting ocean and air health, and it also provides a source of protein to meet rising demand.

Flashfood

Series A in 2022
Flashfood is a B-corp certified company that operates a marketplace app connecting North American grocery retailers with consumers. It redirects near-expiry or surplus food from waste streams to motivated shoppers, offering significant savings while reducing food waste.

Wildtype

Series B in 2022
Wildtype is a San Francisco-based agtech company focused on developing clean and sustainable seafood through cellular agriculture. The company aims to address critical global challenges such as climate change, food security, and health by creating sushi-grade salmon that offers the same nutritional benefits as wild-caught fish but without contaminants like mercury, microplastics, antibiotics, or pesticides. By providing an alternative to traditional seafood, Wildtype seeks to protect wild species and oceans while contributing to the reversal of global food insecurity. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in redefining how meat is sourced, promoting healthier and more sustainable consumption options.

Yali Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Yali Biosciences is a food tech company focused on utilizing synthetic biology and genomics to develop climate-smart and sustainable food options. The company operates a synthetic biology platform that leverages computational biology to design and produce specialized fats aimed at enhancing alternative dairy products. By prioritizing renewable resources, Yali Biosciences enables the food industry to create delicious and sustainable alternatives to traditional dairy, contributing to ecological responsibility within the sector.

GreenLight Biosciences

Post in 2022
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in RNA-based solutions for agriculture and pharmaceutical applications. It develops mRNA vaccines, including COVID-19 candidates, and offers sustainable crop protection technologies using its proprietary cell-free production platform.

Zero Acre Farms

Series A in 2022
Zero Acre Farms is a food company focused on ending the food industry's reliance on conventional vegetable oils by producing fermentation-derived oils and fats. Using microorganisms to drive fermentation, the company creates sustainable oils designed to have lower levels of unhealthy fats associated with inflammation and disease. By replacing traditional vegetable oils, Zero Acre Farms aims to offer healthier choices for consumers and reduce the environmental and health drawbacks of mainstream oils.

Back to the Roots

Series D in 2021
Back to the Roots offers sustainable indoor gardening products to grow mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and microgreens at home. Founded in 2009 and based in Oakland, California, the company develops and retails ready-to-grow kits and accessories through its website, including a Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden that produces fresh oyster mushrooms indoors, as well as water gardens, home aquaponic ecosystems, seeds, microgreens, and windowsill herb and veggie planters. The products are designed for convenient, eco-friendly home cultivation and cater to households seeking fresh produce.

New Culture

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2018, New Culture is a food company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in producing sustainable, animal-free cheese using microflora to create dairy proteins.

Soli Organic

Venture Round in 2021
Soli Organic is an indoor farming company that grows and supplies fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores year-round. It uses a vertically integrated approach to produce living organic plants with fresh-cut leaves, including lime leaves, rosemary, chives, and arugula, grown regionally to emphasize freshness and sustainability. By delivering a steady, locally produced supply of herbs, the company aims to provide high-quality, flavorful products to retailers and their customers.

EarthOptics

Series A in 2021
EarthOptics develops a global soil cloud platform for sustainable agricultural management. It uses advanced sensors and machine learning to create accurate soil maps with fewer samples, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about soil compaction, fertility, and carbon levels.

LIVEKINDLY

Venture Round in 2021
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.

Back to the Roots

Venture Round in 2020
Back to the Roots offers sustainable indoor gardening products to grow mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and microgreens at home. Founded in 2009 and based in Oakland, California, the company develops and retails ready-to-grow kits and accessories through its website, including a Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden that produces fresh oyster mushrooms indoors, as well as water gardens, home aquaponic ecosystems, seeds, microgreens, and windowsill herb and veggie planters. The products are designed for convenient, eco-friendly home cultivation and cater to households seeking fresh produce.

AppHarvest

Series C in 2020
AppHarvest, Inc. is a food production company based in Lexington, Kentucky, established in 2017. It focuses on building and operating controlled-environment greenhouse farms that utilize advanced technology to grow non-GMO, chemical-free vegetables. By combining traditional agricultural practices with modern innovations, AppHarvest aims to create a sustainable and climate-resilient food system. The company's greenhouses are designed to optimize water usage, distributing more while significantly reducing overall consumption. Through its efforts, AppHarvest seeks to address the challenges of food production in a changing climate, contributing to a more sustainable agricultural landscape.

GreenLight Biosciences

Series D in 2020
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in RNA-based solutions for agriculture and pharmaceutical applications. It develops mRNA vaccines, including COVID-19 candidates, and offers sustainable crop protection technologies using its proprietary cell-free production platform.

Terramera

Series B in 2020
Founded in 2009, Terramera develops plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. It offers products like Proof (for bed bugs and dust mites), Actigate (an organic pesticide), and Rango (a plant-based pest control). The company aims to transform agriculture by fusing artificial intelligence, science, and nature to provide sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

Farmer Focus

Venture Round in 2019
Farmer Focus, founded in 2014 by sixth-generation farmer Corwin Heatwole, is the only company that offers 100% USDA organic and Humane Certified® chicken. The company is dedicated to promoting and protecting generational family farms by returning decision-making and ownership of chicken production to farmers. This approach enhances the financial viability of their operations and improves farmer profits. Farmer Focus products are available in 2,500 stores across the East Coast and Midwest, including major retailers such as Publix and Kroger. The company emphasizes the production of fresh, healthy chicken that is organic, GMO verified, and free from antibiotics, aligning with its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare.

Terramera

Series B in 2019
Founded in 2009, Terramera develops plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. It offers products like Proof (for bed bugs and dust mites), Actigate (an organic pesticide), and Rango (a plant-based pest control). The company aims to transform agriculture by fusing artificial intelligence, science, and nature to provide sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

GreenLight Biosciences

Venture Round in 2019
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in RNA-based solutions for agriculture and pharmaceutical applications. It develops mRNA vaccines, including COVID-19 candidates, and offers sustainable crop protection technologies using its proprietary cell-free production platform.

Footprint

Series A in 2018
Footprint LLC is a materials science technology company based in Gilbert, Arizona, that specializes in environmentally friendly packaging solutions. Founded in 2014 by former Intel engineers Troy Swope and Yoke Chung, the company focuses on eliminating single-use and short-term-use plastics in the food supply chain. Footprint designs, develops, and manufactures biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable plant-based fiber materials that not only match but exceed the performance of traditional plastics while being safe for the environment. The company's offerings include bio-based plastics and molded fiber packaging products. Over the years, Footprint has gained recognition for its innovative approach, being named to the Fortune "Change the World" list and recognized as a CNBC Disruptor 50 company. With operations in the U.S., Mexico, Europe, and Asia, Footprint is committed to meeting the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions driven by regulatory changes and consumer preferences.

Apeel Sciences

Series C in 2018
Apeel Sciences, based in California, addresses the global food waste crisis by developing plant-derived solutions that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Founded in 2012, the company creates pre-and post-harvest products using natural plant extracts, such as Edipeel and Invisipeel, which protect fruits and vegetables from environmental factors and pre-harvest issues. These innovations effectively double the lifespan of harvested crops without refrigeration, helping to reduce spoilage and conserve resources like water and energy. By leveraging materials found in the skins, peels, and seeds of fruits and vegetables, Apeel aims to minimize food waste and promote sustainability throughout the supply chain. The company's efforts are supported by a range of private investors and philanthropic organizations.

GreenLight Biosciences

Series D in 2017
GreenLight Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in RNA-based solutions for agriculture and pharmaceutical applications. It develops mRNA vaccines, including COVID-19 candidates, and offers sustainable crop protection technologies using its proprietary cell-free production platform.

Farmer Focus

Venture Round in 2017
Farmer Focus, founded in 2014 by sixth-generation farmer Corwin Heatwole, is the only company that offers 100% USDA organic and Humane Certified® chicken. The company is dedicated to promoting and protecting generational family farms by returning decision-making and ownership of chicken production to farmers. This approach enhances the financial viability of their operations and improves farmer profits. Farmer Focus products are available in 2,500 stores across the East Coast and Midwest, including major retailers such as Publix and Kroger. The company emphasizes the production of fresh, healthy chicken that is organic, GMO verified, and free from antibiotics, aligning with its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare.

Apeel Sciences

Series B in 2016
Apeel Sciences, based in California, addresses the global food waste crisis by developing plant-derived solutions that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Founded in 2012, the company creates pre-and post-harvest products using natural plant extracts, such as Edipeel and Invisipeel, which protect fruits and vegetables from environmental factors and pre-harvest issues. These innovations effectively double the lifespan of harvested crops without refrigeration, helping to reduce spoilage and conserve resources like water and energy. By leveraging materials found in the skins, peels, and seeds of fruits and vegetables, Apeel aims to minimize food waste and promote sustainability throughout the supply chain. The company's efforts are supported by a range of private investors and philanthropic organizations.

Terramera

Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2009, Terramera develops plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. It offers products like Proof (for bed bugs and dust mites), Actigate (an organic pesticide), and Rango (a plant-based pest control). The company aims to transform agriculture by fusing artificial intelligence, science, and nature to provide sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

Terramera

Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2009, Terramera develops plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. It offers products like Proof (for bed bugs and dust mites), Actigate (an organic pesticide), and Rango (a plant-based pest control). The company aims to transform agriculture by fusing artificial intelligence, science, and nature to provide sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

Back to the Roots

Series A in 2016
Back to the Roots offers sustainable indoor gardening products to grow mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and microgreens at home. Founded in 2009 and based in Oakland, California, the company develops and retails ready-to-grow kits and accessories through its website, including a Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden that produces fresh oyster mushrooms indoors, as well as water gardens, home aquaponic ecosystems, seeds, microgreens, and windowsill herb and veggie planters. The products are designed for convenient, eco-friendly home cultivation and cater to households seeking fresh produce.

Soli Organic

Venture Round in 2015
Soli Organic is an indoor farming company that grows and supplies fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores year-round. It uses a vertically integrated approach to produce living organic plants with fresh-cut leaves, including lime leaves, rosemary, chives, and arugula, grown regionally to emphasize freshness and sustainability. By delivering a steady, locally produced supply of herbs, the company aims to provide high-quality, flavorful products to retailers and their customers.
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