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Okovate develops dual-use solar projects that enable regenerative agriculture alongside community solar, benefiting farmers and delivering clean energy to underserved communities.

Nuru is a company focused on improving energy access and connectivity in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Goma, the company has made significant strides in renewable energy by deploying the country's first solar-based mini-grid in 2017. Nuru is currently constructing a 1.3MW solar hybrid site in Goma, which will be the largest off-grid mini-grid in sub-Saharan Africa. The company specializes in solar energy and storage micro-grid solutions, providing affordable and reliable energy to commercial and industrial users through innovative practices in solar microgrid development.

Kelvin operates as an energy management and electrification platform specifically designed for radiator-heated buildings. Its innovative system features smart thermostatic radiator enclosures, known as Cozys, which are networked to central heating controls. This technology aims to minimize fuel waste, lower building emissions, and enhance tenant comfort. Kelvin's hybrid electrification platform allows buildings to electrify a significant portion of their heating requirements at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional methods. By optimizing heating fuel sources based on energy pricing and building conditions, Kelvin's technology helps radiator-heated buildings meet stringent emission caps efficiently. The company's solutions have been validated to provide substantial savings on heating costs and have received multiple recognitions for innovation in energy management.

Allume Energy is a renewable technology company focused on enabling rooftop solar energy access for multifamily housing and apartments. The company has developed the SolShare, the first hardware solution that allows a single rooftop solar installation to be utilized by multiple residents within the same building. This innovative technology is designed to respond to demand, maximizing benefits for residents while minimizing excess solar energy exports to the grid. Allume Energy's system facilitates the sharing of solar power among residents in multi-metered buildings, capitalizing on varying usage patterns to provide equitable access to clean energy, economic savings, and a reduction in carbon footprints. The company has successfully installed its SolShare technology in Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

BlocPower is an energy technology startup based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Founded in 2014 in Brooklyn, New York, by Donnel Baird and Morris Cox, the company specializes in retrofitting urban buildings with advanced energy efficiency technologies and green heating and cooling systems. BlocPower identifies energy-wasting buildings and utilizes a proprietary machine learning platform to determine the most effective retrofits for maximizing energy savings. The company connects various stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, building owners, and equipment providers, to facilitate these upgrades. With a mission to serve financially underserved communities, BlocPower has completed projects in nearly 1,000 buildings, helping customers save 20–40% on their annual energy bills. By leveraging data and innovative financing, BlocPower aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve health outcomes while addressing the climate crisis.

Aclima Inc. is a climate-tech company based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Portland, Oregon, and New York City. Founded in 2007, Aclima specializes in the design and deployment of advanced environmental sensor networks that measure air pollution and greenhouse gases. The company’s technology provides high-resolution data, offering insights at block-by-block and source-level detail. Aclima Pro, their professional analytics software, translates vast amounts of scientific measurements into actionable intelligence for governments, businesses, and communities. By focusing on environmental health, Aclima aims to catalyze significant climate action, reduce emissions, and promote clean air for all. The company serves both commercial and government sectors and is backed by investors committed to climate innovation.

Novoloop is a company focused on transforming hard-to-recycle plastics into high-quality performance materials, effectively creating a circular economy for plastic waste. Through its innovative platform, known as Lifecycling™, Novoloop utilizes almost any type of plastic waste to produce materials that are molecularly identical to traditional products. This process not only diverts plastics from landfills but also results in materials with a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional virgin materials. By providing sustainable alternatives, Novoloop helps brands and manufacturers achieve their sustainability objectives while ensuring that quality standards are maintained. The company's mission is to foster a world where waste is minimized and material reuse is maximized, thus expanding the possibilities for plastics that currently lack viable futures.

Aclima Inc. is a climate-tech company based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Portland, Oregon, and New York City. Founded in 2007, Aclima specializes in the design and deployment of advanced environmental sensor networks that measure air pollution and greenhouse gases. The company’s technology provides high-resolution data, offering insights at block-by-block and source-level detail. Aclima Pro, their professional analytics software, translates vast amounts of scientific measurements into actionable intelligence for governments, businesses, and communities. By focusing on environmental health, Aclima aims to catalyze significant climate action, reduce emissions, and promote clean air for all. The company serves both commercial and government sectors and is backed by investors committed to climate innovation.

Novoloop is a company focused on transforming hard-to-recycle plastics into high-quality performance materials, effectively creating a circular economy for plastic waste. Through its innovative platform, known as Lifecycling™, Novoloop utilizes almost any type of plastic waste to produce materials that are molecularly identical to traditional products. This process not only diverts plastics from landfills but also results in materials with a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional virgin materials. By providing sustainable alternatives, Novoloop helps brands and manufacturers achieve their sustainability objectives while ensuring that quality standards are maintained. The company's mission is to foster a world where waste is minimized and material reuse is maximized, thus expanding the possibilities for plastics that currently lack viable futures.

BlocPower is an energy technology startup based in Los Angeles, California, focused on creating healthier, greener, and smarter buildings. Founded in 2014 in Brooklyn, New York, by Donnel Baird and Morris Cox, the company specializes in retrofitting urban buildings with advanced energy efficiency technologies and green heating and cooling systems. BlocPower identifies energy-wasting buildings and utilizes a proprietary machine learning platform to determine the most effective retrofits for maximizing energy savings. The company connects various stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, building owners, and equipment providers, to facilitate these upgrades. With a mission to serve financially underserved communities, BlocPower has completed projects in nearly 1,000 buildings, helping customers save 20–40% on their annual energy bills. By leveraging data and innovative financing, BlocPower aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve health outcomes while addressing the climate crisis.