Pratyaksha Agrotech
Series A in 2023
Pratyaksha Agrotech is a manufacturer specializing in agricultural products, particularly focusing on innovative plant technology. The company develops tissue culture plants using advanced techniques that allow for the cultivation of endangered species, including black turmeric, black ginger, taxus, and red aloe vera. By promoting these unique plants, Pratyaksha Agrotech enables farmers to enhance crop productivity and diversify their agricultural offerings. Through its commitment to sustainable practices and preservation of rare plant species, the company plays a vital role in modern agriculture, contributing to both ecological balance and economic viability for farmers.
Surface Moto
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Founded in 2021, Surface Moto is a consumer EV startup building micro-electric vehicles for urban commute. Born out of the cycling community, we’ve always believed in the power of bicycles and micro-mobility and how it can make our cities better. We build bikes with beautiful design, tech that works and a service model you can truly rely on that's lets you focus on what's important. At Surface, we design, engineer & develop our bikes in-house. Having our design & development in-house enables us to really own the product experience. Using intelligent ML algorithms and on-road test data, we integrate intuition with facts to build one of the most advanced e-bikes in the marketplace. With advisors from companies like Nasscom, Philips, JCB, Tata Elxsi and Byju's, we’ve had deep and diverse industry perspectives that has helped us build a strong foundation. Our mission is to build micro-electric vehicles that enable millions of people to commute sustainably around the globe. Our first step towards that mission is The Surface C1, the most advanced e-bike in India. After a successful concept reveal in April 2022 during which more than a 1000 people pre-booked, the Surface C1 will be launched in April 2023.
Smart Joules
Series A in 2021
Smart Joules is an energy management company that specializes in energy-efficiency solutions for commercial and industrial buildings. The company focuses on reducing energy costs by improving utility designs and upgrading outdated, energy-intensive equipment to advanced, energy-efficient alternatives. Smart Joules employs its proprietary DeJoule IoT technology platform to monitor and control equipment, enabling real-time optimization of overall energy performance. Additionally, the company has developed a comprehensive building energy optimization system that includes an IoT controller, cloud computing capabilities, and a data analytics engine for real-time monitoring and analysis of energy consumption and environmental parameters. This innovative approach aims to help energy-poor customers access reliable and affordable electricity while minimizing power wastage across various institutions.
Cell Propulsion
Seed Round in 2019
Cell Propulsion is a company focused on fleet electrification, offering technologies and solutions for the large-scale electrification of commercial vehicle fleets, including light commercial vehicles and heavy electric vehicles such as eBuses and eTrucks. The company specializes in autonomous electric mobility technology tailored for the heavy commercial vehicle segment. Its expertise includes the development of electric motors, motor drives, lithium-ion battery packs, chargers, and operating software. By integrating these components, Cell Propulsion aims to enhance operational efficiency for clients through optimized driving cycles and improved theft protection, thereby facilitating the transition to sustainable electric mobility in the commercial sector.
VilFresh
Angel Round in 2019
VilFresh is a company focused on providing fresh agricultural products while empowering rural youth. By establishing an alternative distribution channel, it markets farmers' output more effectively, ensuring they receive higher returns. The company offers a diverse range of products sourced directly from farms, factories, and home kitchens, prioritizing safety and hygiene in its packaging. VilFresh delivers these farm-fresh goods to urban customers within a few hours, making them accessible and affordable. Through its operations, VilFresh aims to enhance the lives of both consumers and producers by fostering a connection between rural agriculture and urban markets.
VilFresh
Angel Round in 2019
VilFresh is a company focused on providing fresh agricultural products while empowering rural youth. By establishing an alternative distribution channel, it markets farmers' output more effectively, ensuring they receive higher returns. The company offers a diverse range of products sourced directly from farms, factories, and home kitchens, prioritizing safety and hygiene in its packaging. VilFresh delivers these farm-fresh goods to urban customers within a few hours, making them accessible and affordable. Through its operations, VilFresh aims to enhance the lives of both consumers and producers by fostering a connection between rural agriculture and urban markets.
Promethean Energy
Venture Round in 2019
Promethean Energy Private Limited, founded in 2014 and based in Navi Mumbai, India, specializes in developing waste heat recovery solutions for industrial and commercial sectors. The company offers innovative products, including ChillerMate, which recovers waste heat from chiller units, and CompMate, designed for waste heat recovery from air compressors. Promethean Energy's technologies are aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency and minimizing carbon emissions across various industries, such as chemicals, textiles, dairy, food, and hospitality. By providing these solutions, the company helps clients reduce fuel consumption and lower their environmental impact.
Khethworks
Seed Round in 2019
Khethworks Private Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Pune, India, specializes in designing and manufacturing portable solar-powered irrigation pumps tailored for small-plot farmers globally. The company's innovative systems provide a sustainable alternative to traditional irrigation methods reliant on unpredictable monsoon rains and expensive fuel-based pumping. By enabling year-round cultivation, Khethworks empowers farmers to gain greater control over their agricultural practices and livelihoods, while also contributing to reduced carbon emissions and poverty alleviation. Through its commitment to affordable, high-quality technology, Khethworks aims to enhance the resilience and productivity of small-scale farming communities.
SOLshare
Venture Round in 2019
SOLshare Ltd. is a company based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, that specializes in peer-to-peer solar electricity trading. Founded in 2013, it has developed innovative solutions such as the SOLbox, a bi-directional electricity meter that facilitates peer-to-peer trading and grid management, and SOLcontrol, a charge controller for solar home systems. The company's decentralized microgrid systems allow households and small businesses in off-grid villages to share and monetize excess solar energy, creating a sustainable energy network. By leveraging distributed ledger technology, SOLshare empowers communities to earn income from their solar energy production while providing access to affordable electricity for lighting, phone charging, and entertainment. Through its pioneering approach, SOLshare aims to transform energy access for low-income rural populations in Bangladesh and potentially beyond.
Delectrik Systems
Venture Round in 2019
Delectrik Systems is focused on developing low-cost, long-duration energy storage solutions aimed at enhancing the adoption of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. The company addresses the challenges of intermittency and limited storage capacity associated with these renewable sources, which often prevent widespread use. By creating affordable energy storage systems that have a long lifespan, Delectrik offers a viable alternative to traditional batteries, which are costly and have a short lifespan. Their innovative products, when integrated with renewable energy systems, facilitate continuous access to clean electricity, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating environmental impacts. This approach not only supports sustainable energy practices but also provides affordable electricity options for both businesses and individuals.
Inficold
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Inficold is a company focused on providing reliable and affordable cooling solutions for the cold chain sector, utilizing solar energy and innovative energy storage technologies. The company specializes in solar cold storage and solar milk chillers that eliminate the need for traditional electrical batteries, allowing for seamless integration with both new and existing cooling systems. Inficold's fabrication capabilities include steel structures, stainless steel housing, refrigeration units, copper heat exchangers, and electronic circuitry, enabling the customization of solutions tailored to industrial cooling applications. By prioritizing economical, clean, and sustainable energy storage, Inficold aims to revolutionize the cold chain industry, particularly benefiting farmers through reduced operational costs and enhanced efficiency.
Promethean Energy Private Limited, founded in 2014 and based in Navi Mumbai, India, specializes in developing waste heat recovery solutions for industrial and commercial sectors. The company offers innovative products, including ChillerMate, which recovers waste heat from chiller units, and CompMate, designed for waste heat recovery from air compressors. Promethean Energy's technologies are aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency and minimizing carbon emissions across various industries, such as chemicals, textiles, dairy, food, and hospitality. By providing these solutions, the company helps clients reduce fuel consumption and lower their environmental impact.