Kfobix is a technology company specializing in the development and application of advanced nanocomposite coatings for enhancing the durability and efficiency of energy infrastructure. The company's flagship product is a patented superhydrophobic coating, designed to prevent ice formation and water accumulation on surfaces such as wind turbine blades and power lines. This coating, applied via a simple spray method, offers high transparency, long-lasting durability, and ease of application, thereby reducing maintenance costs and operational disruptions in the energy sector. Additionally, Kfobix is pioneering anti-dirt coatings for solar panels, aiming to maximize their efficiency and output. The company's mission is to facilitate a seamless transition to renewable energy sources by addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the sector, ultimately promoting a cleaner, more reliable, and sustainable energy future.
NOC Energy
Seed Round in 2025
NOC Energy specializes in decarbonizing industrial heating processes. It offers a plug-and-play service, replacing fossil fuel burners with high-temperature gas generators, enabling clients to optimize resource use based on access, availability, and price, all while eliminating carbon emissions.
Mitico is a company specializing in advanced carbon capture technology aimed at significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions from various industrial sources. Utilizing its innovative patent-pending granulated metal carbonate sorption technology developed at Caltech, Mitico effectively captures over 95% of CO2 emitted from post-combustion point sources, such as gas-fired power plants and waste-to-energy facilities. By providing carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) as a service, Mitico enables clients to mitigate their carbon footprints at a competitive cost compared to conventional methods. The company's focus is on helping point source emitters implement effective solutions for mass reduction of carbon emissions.
XFuel is a company focused on producing sustainable and net-zero advanced fuels for the road, marine, and aviation sectors. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with additional operations in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, XFuel has developed innovative technology for the efficient conversion of biomass waste into low-carbon fuels. This process results in a clean, drop-in fuel that can be utilized by distributors and consumers globally, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. XFuel's production methods lead to up to 85% fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional fuel production, with a clear pathway towards achieving carbon-neutral and carbon-negative fuel solutions.
Benerg is an Internet of Things (IoT) technology company that specializes in developing scalable biogas systems designed to efficiently convert food and bio waste into energy. The company focuses on building biogas machines that operate independently of the grid, and it also produces organic fertilizers as a byproduct. By providing innovative solutions for energy resource management, Benerg enables businesses to reduce waste and contribute to environmental sustainability.
XEra Energy
Seed Round in 2024
Xera Energy is a chemical manufacturing company specializing in the production of materials for lithium-ion batteries. The company's core focus is the development of advanced cathode and cathode intermediate materials, utilizing innovative hydro-separation and purification processes. By reclaiming critical minerals from spent batteries and ore concentrates, Xera Energy aims to support the electric vehicle and energy storage industries, offering cost-effective, high-quality solutions that promote sustainability.
Flair
Venture Round in 2024
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
Renewell
Seed Round in 2024
Renewell, headquartered in Bakersfield, California, specializes in repurposing idle oil and gas wells into gravity-based energy storage systems. Their technology involves lowering a weight connected to a regenerative winch down an abandoned wellbore during periods of low demand, storing potential energy, and raising it back up when demand is high, releasing electricity onto the grid. This innovative approach helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transforming inactive oil and gas infrastructure into flexible renewable energy storage solutions.
Ceal is a Climate Tech Manufacturing firm making energy efficient technology for carbon dioxide removal.
NanoPlume
Seed Round in 2024
NanoPlume is a biomaterial manufacturer specializing in the large-scale production of innovative, eco-friendly biomaterials, notably Bio-Aerogel. The company focuses on creating advanced insulating biomaterials and aerogels, aiming to enhance energy and space efficiency, as well as promote circularity across various industries. By utilizing organic and recycled feedstocks and green technology, NanoPlume reduces waste and minimizes energy consumption. Its products are designed to insulate cargo boxes in the cold chain healthcare logistics sector, reducing payload and energy consumption, and extending battery range.
Bactery
Seed Round in 2024
Bactery is a manufacturer of innovative bacteria-powered batteries, known as bacteries, which harness microbial processes in soil to self-recharge. This technology offers a continuous source of clean electricity, functioning effectively regardless of weather conditions or geographic location. Bactery's environmentally friendly batteries are particularly suited for powering remote applications, such as field sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, making them an ideal solution for sustainable energy needs in agriculture and other sectors.
Ayrton Energy
Seed Round in 2024
Ayrton Energy, founded in 2021, is focused on enhancing energy security through innovative hydrogen storage technology. The company specializes in developing a dense storage medium for hydrogen, enabling its storage in liquid form. This approach allows for safer and more efficient handling and transportation of hydrogen, differentiating it from traditional fuels like gasoline. Ayrton Energy's technology facilitates the use of existing infrastructure, including tanks, rail cars, transport trucks, and pipelines, to deliver hydrogen effectively. By providing solutions for hydrogen storage and transportation, Ayrton Energy aims to support clients in utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source for power generation, thereby contributing to overall energy security.
Navion Energy
Seed Round in 2024
Navion Energy focuses on developing and manufacturing portable energy storage solutions that leverage sodium-ion technology. This innovative approach aims to deliver sustainable and efficient energy storage, enabling various industries to adopt cleaner energy practices and enhance energy efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.
Metal Light
Convertible Note in 2024
Metal Light is a clean-tech company focused on developing a power-generating technology platform that utilizes innovative metal and air as fuel. This emission-free technology offers a lower carbon impact throughout its lifecycle and is designed to deliver reliable electricity solutions globally. With its patented metal-air technology, Metal Light aims to provide portable energy generation, residential power backup, and off-grid energy solutions. The company’s mission is to enable clients to access clean and durable lighting at an affordable price, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
PeakSyncer
Seed Round in 2024
PeakSyncer, a subsidiary of Zhong Xi Group, LLC, specializes in an AI-powered cloud platform designed to optimize energy management for utility companies. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to automate and streamline demand response programs, reducing peak energy loads. It offers real-time reporting, seamless data tracking, and integration with existing infrastructure, ensuring smooth implementation. PeakSyncer also facilitates compliance with regulatory requirements and supports sustainable energy ecosystems by engaging customers in demand response initiatives. The platform is scalable, continuously learning from past syncs to improve accuracy and efficiency, and offers 24/7 monitoring and dedicated support.
Transition Biomining
Seed Round in 2024
Transition Biomining is a technology-focused company specializing in copper ore mining. It employs data-driven methods to enhance copper extraction and mining efficiency. The company's core innovation lies in optimizing microbial communities for heap-leaching operations, aiming to boost metal recovery rates, expedite extraction, and minimize environmental impact. By harnessing the power of microbiomes, Transition Biomining provides sustainable and data-driven solutions to improve clients' extraction processes in both new and existing heap-leaching operations.
XFuel is a company focused on producing sustainable and net-zero advanced fuels for the road, marine, and aviation sectors. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with additional operations in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, XFuel has developed innovative technology for the efficient conversion of biomass waste into low-carbon fuels. This process results in a clean, drop-in fuel that can be utilized by distributors and consumers globally, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. XFuel's production methods lead to up to 85% fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional fuel production, with a clear pathway towards achieving carbon-neutral and carbon-negative fuel solutions.
Terra Bioindustries
Seed Round in 2024
Producer of plant-based protein intended to decarbonize supply chains by creating valuable products from underutilized waste from other industries. The company offers a sustainable plant-based protein that is produced from spent grains by transforming the unused part of the grain from beer manufacturing into functional vegan protein, enabling clients to get products that replace the need for soy and pea protein in meat and dairy replacements
ZymoChem, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing microbes and bioprocesses that convert renewable feedstocks, such as sugars, into bio-based chemicals. ZymoChem's innovative platform focuses on creating eco-friendly chemical solutions while minimizing carbon dioxide emissions during production. By engineering novel microbes and establishing cost-effective bioprocesses, the company enhances the biological conversion of renewable materials into various industrial chemicals. This approach not only lowers production costs for clients but also contributes to sustainability by promoting a carbon-efficient manufacturing process. ZymoChem aims to support the transition to a real-zero economy by providing alternatives that reduce carbon emissions across product development, usage, and disposal.
Qnetic is a developer of innovative flywheel energy storage technology aimed at enhancing bulk energy storage capabilities for electric grids. The company's solutions focus on providing low-cost energy storage options that facilitate the transition to renewable energy sources, particularly wind and solar power. By enabling efficient energy storage, Qnetic's technology helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, supporting clients in their efforts to adopt sustainable energy practices. The company's advancements in energy storage are instrumental in promoting the wider deployment of renewable energy solutions.
CargoKite
Convertible Note in 2023
CargoKite is a Munich-based company founded in 2022 that specializes in micro cargo ships aimed at enhancing maritime logistics. The company has developed sailing cargo vessels that leverage high-altitude winds for propulsion, promoting emission-free shipping solutions. By utilizing this innovative technology, CargoKite enables clients to operate small ships with greater efficiency while significantly reducing personnel costs through digitization. The vessels are designed for optimal trackability and autonomous operation, eliminating the need for large energy storage systems and contributing to the decarbonization of the shipping industry.
Lingrove, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-composite materials based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing high-performance natural fiber composites using plant-based fibers and resins through a proprietary process. Its flagship product, Ekoa, combines flax linen fibers and resin derived from industrial waste, offering an eco-friendly alternative for various applications, including guitars and musical instruments. Lingrove's product line also includes thermoplastic pre-impregnated composites and dry linen reinforcements, catering to industries such as commercial interiors, transportation, and construction. The company focuses on reducing deforestation and carbon emissions associated with building materials, providing sustainable and carbon-negative solutions that mimic the strength and appearance of traditional wood.
Lillianah Technologies
Seed Round in 2023
Lillianah Technologies is a company dedicated to developing innovative carbon capture technology aimed at restoring marine ecosystems affected by pollution and other environmental challenges. Comprising a team of scientists, Lillianah focuses on optimizing the biological pump in oceans, which is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. By harnessing the ocean's potential, the company seeks to address the detrimental impacts of human activity, such as fertilizer runoff, and contribute to reversing environmental degradation. Through its efforts, Lillianah Technologies aspires to create sustainable solutions that benefit both the oceans and the broader environment.
Altiro Energy
Seed Round in 2023
Altiro Energy is a renewable energy power generation company that specializes in clean technology solutions for energy storage. The company has developed an innovative energy storage technology that utilizes iron-based powder, enabling long-term storage with zero emissions. This approach not only enhances cost competitiveness and safety but also allows for efficient cycling through charging and discharging processes. By stabilizing production from wind and solar farms, Altiro Energy effectively minimizes energy waste during periods of excess supply, contributing to a more reliable and sustainable energy grid.
PureLi is a cleantech company that boosts lithium extraction and production from brine sources.
Cool Amps
Seed Round in 2023
Cool Amps is a company specializing in lithium-ion battery recycling. It has developed a patent-pending electrochemical process that efficiently extracts and reclaims over 95% of target metals from end-of-use batteries. This method, unlike traditional shredding and smelting, does not use harsh chemicals or extreme heat, making it environmentally friendly. It also has a small footprint, allowing it to be co-located with battery manufacturers, and can directly recycle manufacturing scraps. By avoiding additional processing steps, the Cool Amps method reduces energy use and greenhouse gas emissions per kilogram of batteries produced, promoting sustainable manufacturing and reducing battery waste.
Terra Bioindustries
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Producer of plant-based protein intended to decarbonize supply chains by creating valuable products from underutilized waste from other industries. The company offers a sustainable plant-based protein that is produced from spent grains by transforming the unused part of the grain from beer manufacturing into functional vegan protein, enabling clients to get products that replace the need for soy and pea protein in meat and dairy replacements
TrelliSense
Seed Round in 2023
TrelliSense is a technology company focused on the detection and measurement of methane emissions across a range of industrial infrastructures, such as oil and gas facilities, landfills, coal mines, bio-digestion plants, and agricultural operations. The company employs a unique low-cost mesh sensor array that utilizes sunlight as a spectroscopic light source to precisely identify and quantify methane leaks. By providing accurate data on the location and extent of methane emissions, TrelliSense enables businesses to effectively address and mitigate their environmental impact, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
Mitico is a company specializing in advanced carbon capture technology aimed at significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions from various industrial sources. Utilizing its innovative patent-pending granulated metal carbonate sorption technology developed at Caltech, Mitico effectively captures over 95% of CO2 emitted from post-combustion point sources, such as gas-fired power plants and waste-to-energy facilities. By providing carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) as a service, Mitico enables clients to mitigate their carbon footprints at a competitive cost compared to conventional methods. The company's focus is on helping point source emitters implement effective solutions for mass reduction of carbon emissions.
Nitrofix
Seed Round in 2023
NitroFix is a company focused on producing ammonia through an innovative manufacturing technology that eliminates carbon emissions. By utilizing an electrochemical reaction enhanced by a novel catalyst, NitroFix achieves a zero-carbon footprint in its ammonia generation process. This sustainable production solution not only stabilizes pricing but also facilitates local ammonia production for various applications. NitroFix positions its green ammonia as a renewable energy source, a carrier for hydrogen fuel, and a fundamental component for nitrogen fertilizers, contributing to efforts aimed at reducing the global carbon footprint.
Renewell
Seed Round in 2023
Renewell, headquartered in Bakersfield, California, specializes in repurposing idle oil and gas wells into gravity-based energy storage systems. Their technology involves lowering a weight connected to a regenerative winch down an abandoned wellbore during periods of low demand, storing potential energy, and raising it back up when demand is high, releasing electricity onto the grid. This innovative approach helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transforming inactive oil and gas infrastructure into flexible renewable energy storage solutions.
Transition Biomining
Seed Round in 2023
Transition Biomining is a technology-focused company specializing in copper ore mining. It employs data-driven methods to enhance copper extraction and mining efficiency. The company's core innovation lies in optimizing microbial communities for heap-leaching operations, aiming to boost metal recovery rates, expedite extraction, and minimize environmental impact. By harnessing the power of microbiomes, Transition Biomining provides sustainable and data-driven solutions to improve clients' extraction processes in both new and existing heap-leaching operations.
Arculus Solutions
Seed Round in 2023
Arculus Solutions is a company based in North Bethesda, Maryland, focused on enhancing the safety of natural gas transmission pipelines for the future transportation of hydrogen. It specializes in the development of hydrogen-barrier coatings that protect infrastructure from hydrogen embrittlement. These coatings are applicable in various contexts, including hydrogen fuel cell pipelines, storage tanks, and hydrogen-powered vehicles. By providing these innovative solutions, Arculus Solutions aims to help the energy industry mitigate risks associated with hydrogen transport, thereby improving overall safety and reliability in the sector.
Carbonade
Seed Round in 2023
Carbonade is a chemical manufacturing company based in Ness Ziona, Israel, founded in 2022. The company focuses on innovative electro-chemical technology for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), aiming to address climate change through effective CO2 reduction solutions. By leveraging renewable electricity, Carbonade develops processes that convert CO2 into valuable carbon-based products, such as fuels, plastics, and chemicals. This approach not only mitigates greenhouse gas emissions but also offers clients sustainable alternatives for their manufacturing needs, positioning Carbonade as a key player in the transition towards a more sustainable economy.
Via BioFuels
Pre Seed Round in 2023
VIA BioFuels is a biotechnology research company based in Houston, Texas, founded in 2023. The company specializes in the development of proprietary engineered yeast strains, specifically S. cerevisiae, which produce aromatic 3-methyl anisole (3-MA) from conventional ethanol feedstocks. VIA BioFuels’ technology is designed to be scalable, utilizing existing ethanol production methods and infrastructure. The high-purity 3-MA produced can be transformed into various valuable compounds, enhancing the market potential of the output and allowing consumers to substitute traditional fuels without blending restrictions.
Windfall Bio
Seed Round in 2023
Windfall Bio is an innovative company based in San Mateo, California, that addresses climate change by transforming harmful methane emissions into organic fertilizer. Established in 2022, the company utilizes methane-eating microbes to capture methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management. This nature-based technology not only reduces the methane footprint of these industries but also improves their operational efficiency and profitability while minimizing the negative environmental impacts associated with synthetic fertilizers. By providing farmers and other producers with the means to convert methane into valuable soil nutrients, Windfall Bio fosters a sustainable agricultural future and contributes positively to environmental conservation. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.
Ayrton Energy
Seed Round in 2023
Ayrton Energy, founded in 2021, is focused on enhancing energy security through innovative hydrogen storage technology. The company specializes in developing a dense storage medium for hydrogen, enabling its storage in liquid form. This approach allows for safer and more efficient handling and transportation of hydrogen, differentiating it from traditional fuels like gasoline. Ayrton Energy's technology facilitates the use of existing infrastructure, including tanks, rail cars, transport trucks, and pipelines, to deliver hydrogen effectively. By providing solutions for hydrogen storage and transportation, Ayrton Energy aims to support clients in utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source for power generation, thereby contributing to overall energy security.
Green Li-ion
Series B in 2023
Green Li-ion, established in 2020 with headquarters in Singapore, specializes in innovative battery recycling technology. The company's patented deep tech process enhances the purity of recycled materials, allowing lithium-ion batteries to be rejuvenated and reused efficiently. This unique approach addresses environmental concerns and improves profitability compared to conventional recycling methods by a factor of four.
Seppure Technologies
Series A in 2023
Seppure Technologies is focused on transforming the energy-intensive processes of chemical separation and purification utilized across various industries. The company has developed innovative chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes that replace traditional methods such as distillation and evaporation. By implementing this sustainable technology, Seppure enables clients to significantly reduce their energy consumption, emissions, and pollution. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of industrial-scale chemical separations but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly manufacturing landscape.
Lillianah Technologies
Seed Round in 2023
Lillianah Technologies is a company dedicated to developing innovative carbon capture technology aimed at restoring marine ecosystems affected by pollution and other environmental challenges. Comprising a team of scientists, Lillianah focuses on optimizing the biological pump in oceans, which is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. By harnessing the ocean's potential, the company seeks to address the detrimental impacts of human activity, such as fertilizer runoff, and contribute to reversing environmental degradation. Through its efforts, Lillianah Technologies aspires to create sustainable solutions that benefit both the oceans and the broader environment.
Solano Energy
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Solano Energy is an innovative power company established by a team of engineers from Oxford and Cambridge, focusing on making renewable energy accessible to a broader audience. The company specializes in developing smart renewable energy equipment that automatically generates, stores, and distributes solar energy. By providing a sustainable energy solution, Solano aims to address the challenges of creating a renewable energy-capable network without the need for substantial upfront capital expenditures. Their approach is designed to empower consumers to adopt a sustainable lifestyle while contributing to the transition toward affordable and clean energy.
Metal Light
Seed Round in 2022
Metal Light is a clean-tech company focused on developing a power-generating technology platform that utilizes innovative metal and air as fuel. This emission-free technology offers a lower carbon impact throughout its lifecycle and is designed to deliver reliable electricity solutions globally. With its patented metal-air technology, Metal Light aims to provide portable energy generation, residential power backup, and off-grid energy solutions. The company’s mission is to enable clients to access clean and durable lighting at an affordable price, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
Renewell
Seed Round in 2022
Renewell, headquartered in Bakersfield, California, specializes in repurposing idle oil and gas wells into gravity-based energy storage systems. Their technology involves lowering a weight connected to a regenerative winch down an abandoned wellbore during periods of low demand, storing potential energy, and raising it back up when demand is high, releasing electricity onto the grid. This innovative approach helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transforming inactive oil and gas infrastructure into flexible renewable energy storage solutions.
NovoNutrients
Seed Round in 2022
NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.
Minus Materials
Seed Round in 2022
Minus Materials is focused on producing carbon-negative, biorenewable limestone through the innovative use of microalgae, aiming to decarbonize infrastructure materials and the specialty chemical markets. The company is dedicated to advancing cement and concrete technology by transforming biominerals into a carbon sink. By leveraging advanced biotechnology and photosynthetic algae, Minus Materials facilitates the sustainable development of the cement and concrete sectors. This process not only sequesters and stores carbon dioxide but also enables businesses in these industries to significantly reduce their carbon emissions, contributing to broader environmental goals.
Plantruption
Seed Round in 2022
Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.
Nitrofix
Seed Round in 2022
NitroFix is a company focused on producing ammonia through an innovative manufacturing technology that eliminates carbon emissions. By utilizing an electrochemical reaction enhanced by a novel catalyst, NitroFix achieves a zero-carbon footprint in its ammonia generation process. This sustainable production solution not only stabilizes pricing but also facilitates local ammonia production for various applications. NitroFix positions its green ammonia as a renewable energy source, a carrier for hydrogen fuel, and a fundamental component for nitrogen fertilizers, contributing to efforts aimed at reducing the global carbon footprint.
Renewell
Seed Round in 2022
Renewell, headquartered in Bakersfield, California, specializes in repurposing idle oil and gas wells into gravity-based energy storage systems. Their technology involves lowering a weight connected to a regenerative winch down an abandoned wellbore during periods of low demand, storing potential energy, and raising it back up when demand is high, releasing electricity onto the grid. This innovative approach helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transforming inactive oil and gas infrastructure into flexible renewable energy storage solutions.
Infinite Elements
Seed Round in 2022
Infinite Elements is a developer of innovative biological recovery processes aimed at providing fossil fuel-free metal reclamation. The company specializes in recycling critical metals from electronic waste, utilizing advanced technology that allows for efficient extraction, concentration, and purification of these metals and rare earth elements. This approach offers a competitive alternative to traditional mining methods, significantly reducing reclamation costs while minimizing environmental impact. By creating a closed-loop metals lifecycle, Infinite Elements contributes to a circular supply chain for essential metals, promoting sustainability and supporting high-tech producers in their transition to a carbon-free future.
XFuel
Venture Round in 2022
XFuel is a company focused on producing sustainable and net-zero advanced fuels for the road, marine, and aviation sectors. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with additional operations in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, XFuel has developed innovative technology for the efficient conversion of biomass waste into low-carbon fuels. This process results in a clean, drop-in fuel that can be utilized by distributors and consumers globally, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. XFuel's production methods lead to up to 85% fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional fuel production, with a clear pathway towards achieving carbon-neutral and carbon-negative fuel solutions.
CargoKite
Seed Round in 2022
CargoKite is a Munich-based company founded in 2022 that specializes in micro cargo ships aimed at enhancing maritime logistics. The company has developed sailing cargo vessels that leverage high-altitude winds for propulsion, promoting emission-free shipping solutions. By utilizing this innovative technology, CargoKite enables clients to operate small ships with greater efficiency while significantly reducing personnel costs through digitization. The vessels are designed for optimal trackability and autonomous operation, eliminating the need for large energy storage systems and contributing to the decarbonization of the shipping industry.
Keel.Labs
Series A in 2022
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
Wild.
Convertible Note in 2022
Wild is a stealth startup based in Santa Monica, California, focused on developing energy-efficient batteries for the electric vehicle market. Founded in 2020, the company is engaged in innovative research and production aimed at enhancing battery performance and sustainability. While operating in stealth mode, Wild is positioned to contribute significantly to the evolving landscape of electric vehicle technology.
Wild is a stealth startup based in Santa Monica, California, focused on developing energy-efficient batteries for the electric vehicle market. Founded in 2020, the company is engaged in innovative research and production aimed at enhancing battery performance and sustainability. While operating in stealth mode, Wild is positioned to contribute significantly to the evolving landscape of electric vehicle technology.
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
SunGreenH2
Seed Round in 2022
SunGreenH2 is a company focused on producing high-performance electrolysers for green hydrogen generation using advanced materials and nanotechnology. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices in Melbourne and London, the company has developed a modular and scalable electrolyser stack that enables on-site hydrogen production at a low cost. By utilizing sunlight and water, SunGreenH2's patented technology facilitates the production of zero-emissions hydrogen, supporting sustainable practices across various industries, including transport, buildings, and specialty chemicals. With over a decade of research in electrochemistry and nanotechnology, SunGreenH2 aims to enable widespread adoption of green hydrogen, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.
Windfall Bio
Seed Round in 2022
Windfall Bio is an innovative company based in San Mateo, California, that addresses climate change by transforming harmful methane emissions into organic fertilizer. Established in 2022, the company utilizes methane-eating microbes to capture methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management. This nature-based technology not only reduces the methane footprint of these industries but also improves their operational efficiency and profitability while minimizing the negative environmental impacts associated with synthetic fertilizers. By providing farmers and other producers with the means to convert methane into valuable soil nutrients, Windfall Bio fosters a sustainable agricultural future and contributes positively to environmental conservation. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.
OzoneBio
Seed Round in 2022
OzoneBio is a cleantech company based in Calgary, Canada, founded in 2021. The company specializes in the production of bio-plastics derived from lignocellulosic waste, utilizing a unique dead cell fermentation technology known as "Zombie cells." This innovative approach allows OzoneBio to convert challenging and toxic feedstocks into high-value products while circumventing the significant costs and complexities associated with traditional live-cell fermentation methods. The company's offerings include wood-waste derived adipic acid and vanillin, which serve as sustainable alternatives in various industries. By focusing on waste reduction and the conversion of waste products into usable materials, OzoneBio contributes to environmental sustainability while providing valuable applications for its clients.
Seppure Technologies
Convertible Note in 2022
Seppure Technologies is focused on transforming the energy-intensive processes of chemical separation and purification utilized across various industries. The company has developed innovative chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes that replace traditional methods such as distillation and evaporation. By implementing this sustainable technology, Seppure enables clients to significantly reduce their energy consumption, emissions, and pollution. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of industrial-scale chemical separations but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly manufacturing landscape.
NovoNutrients
Convertible Note in 2022
NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.
AromatEco
Convertible Note in 2022
AromatEco assists household brands in becoming more environmentally friendly by delivering renewable flavors and perfumes. Headquartered in London, UK.
Green Li-ion
Series A in 2022
Green Li-ion, established in 2020 with headquarters in Singapore, specializes in innovative battery recycling technology. The company's patented deep tech process enhances the purity of recycled materials, allowing lithium-ion batteries to be rejuvenated and reused efficiently. This unique approach addresses environmental concerns and improves profitability compared to conventional recycling methods by a factor of four.
Zymochem
Seed Round in 2021
ZymoChem, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing microbes and bioprocesses that convert renewable feedstocks, such as sugars, into bio-based chemicals. ZymoChem's innovative platform focuses on creating eco-friendly chemical solutions while minimizing carbon dioxide emissions during production. By engineering novel microbes and establishing cost-effective bioprocesses, the company enhances the biological conversion of renewable materials into various industrial chemicals. This approach not only lowers production costs for clients but also contributes to sustainability by promoting a carbon-efficient manufacturing process. ZymoChem aims to support the transition to a real-zero economy by providing alternatives that reduce carbon emissions across product development, usage, and disposal.
Solid Ox Motors
Seed Round in 2021
Solid Ox Motors offers carbon-neutral onboard generators for battery electric vehicle.
Lingrove, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-composite materials based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing high-performance natural fiber composites using plant-based fibers and resins through a proprietary process. Its flagship product, Ekoa, combines flax linen fibers and resin derived from industrial waste, offering an eco-friendly alternative for various applications, including guitars and musical instruments. Lingrove's product line also includes thermoplastic pre-impregnated composites and dry linen reinforcements, catering to industries such as commercial interiors, transportation, and construction. The company focuses on reducing deforestation and carbon emissions associated with building materials, providing sustainable and carbon-negative solutions that mimic the strength and appearance of traditional wood.
Ardra Bio
Convertible Note in 2021
Ardra Inc. is a renewable chemicals company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the production of petroleum-free specialty chemicals for the personal care and cosmetics industry. Utilizing technology developed at the University of Toronto, Ardra employs model-guided metabolic engineering and synthetic biology to create biocatalysts that convert renewable resources into essential chemicals. The company's flagship product is 1,3-butanediol, a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based counterparts, which is utilized in various applications including cosmetics, food, polymers, and pharmaceuticals. With the cosmetics sector relying heavily on petroleum chemicals, valued at approximately $2.6 billion, Ardra aims to provide environmentally friendly solutions that stabilize and sustain the supply chain while reducing ecological impact.
Carbix
Funding Round in 2021
Carbix Technologies specializes in transforming atmospheric carbon dioxide into carbonates, serving as raw materials for various industrial products. The company employs advanced bioreactor technologies that efficiently capture CO2 from industrial flue gas and convert it, along with mineral inputs, into usable materials for construction and other applications. Powered entirely by renewable energy or energy-from-waste, these reactors utilize photons to accelerate the sequestration process of both atmospheric and industrial CO2 emissions. By doing so, Carbix enables businesses to obtain industrial raw materials from sustainable sources, contributing to a circular economy and addressing environmental challenges associated with carbon emissions.
Plantruption
Seed Round in 2021
Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.
Khepra is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in converting plastics and agricultural waste into renewable fuels and chemicals. Utilizing proprietary technology, Khepra employs ultrasonic methods, including frictive heating, cavitation, and acoustic pressure, to break down waste streams without extraction, thus preserving their integrity. This innovative, electrified process leverages excess renewable electricity, particularly from solar and wind sources, during periods of energy curtailment. By transforming waste into valuable resources, Khepra aims to support industries in adopting clean energy solutions and contribute to a sustainable future.
VoltStorage
Series B in 2021
VoltStorage GmbH is a German company specializing in the development and production of solar energy storage systems. Based in Olching, Germany, it utilizes eco-friendly vanadium redox flow technology to create power storage devices that allow homeowners to store surplus solar energy generated during the day for use at night. This innovative approach aims to provide renewable energy availability around the clock, contributing to a cleaner and fairer world for future generations. VoltStorage also offers installation and technical support services for its products, which are sold online. The company's commitment to sustainability underscores its mission to enhance the accessibility of renewable energy.
Plantruption
Convertible Note in 2021
Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.
Flair
Funding Round in 2021
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
Keel.Labs
Venture Round in 2021
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
OzoneBio
Seed Round in 2021
OzoneBio is a cleantech company based in Calgary, Canada, founded in 2021. The company specializes in the production of bio-plastics derived from lignocellulosic waste, utilizing a unique dead cell fermentation technology known as "Zombie cells." This innovative approach allows OzoneBio to convert challenging and toxic feedstocks into high-value products while circumventing the significant costs and complexities associated with traditional live-cell fermentation methods. The company's offerings include wood-waste derived adipic acid and vanillin, which serve as sustainable alternatives in various industries. By focusing on waste reduction and the conversion of waste products into usable materials, OzoneBio contributes to environmental sustainability while providing valuable applications for its clients.
Green Li-ion
Seed Round in 2021
Green Li-ion, established in 2020 with headquarters in Singapore, specializes in innovative battery recycling technology. The company's patented deep tech process enhances the purity of recycled materials, allowing lithium-ion batteries to be rejuvenated and reused efficiently. This unique approach addresses environmental concerns and improves profitability compared to conventional recycling methods by a factor of four.
NovoNutrients
Seed Round in 2021
NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.
SunGreenH2
Seed Round in 2021
SunGreenH2 is a company focused on producing high-performance electrolysers for green hydrogen generation using advanced materials and nanotechnology. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices in Melbourne and London, the company has developed a modular and scalable electrolyser stack that enables on-site hydrogen production at a low cost. By utilizing sunlight and water, SunGreenH2's patented technology facilitates the production of zero-emissions hydrogen, supporting sustainable practices across various industries, including transport, buildings, and specialty chemicals. With over a decade of research in electrochemistry and nanotechnology, SunGreenH2 aims to enable widespread adoption of green hydrogen, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.
Lingrove
Convertible Note in 2021
Lingrove, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-composite materials based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing high-performance natural fiber composites using plant-based fibers and resins through a proprietary process. Its flagship product, Ekoa, combines flax linen fibers and resin derived from industrial waste, offering an eco-friendly alternative for various applications, including guitars and musical instruments. Lingrove's product line also includes thermoplastic pre-impregnated composites and dry linen reinforcements, catering to industries such as commercial interiors, transportation, and construction. The company focuses on reducing deforestation and carbon emissions associated with building materials, providing sustainable and carbon-negative solutions that mimic the strength and appearance of traditional wood.
Plantruption
Seed Round in 2021
Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.
TIER Mobility
Series C in 2020
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.
VoltStorage
Venture Round in 2020
VoltStorage GmbH is a German company specializing in the development and production of solar energy storage systems. Based in Olching, Germany, it utilizes eco-friendly vanadium redox flow technology to create power storage devices that allow homeowners to store surplus solar energy generated during the day for use at night. This innovative approach aims to provide renewable energy availability around the clock, contributing to a cleaner and fairer world for future generations. VoltStorage also offers installation and technical support services for its products, which are sold online. The company's commitment to sustainability underscores its mission to enhance the accessibility of renewable energy.
Green Li-ion
Seed Round in 2020
Green Li-ion, established in 2020 with headquarters in Singapore, specializes in innovative battery recycling technology. The company's patented deep tech process enhances the purity of recycled materials, allowing lithium-ion batteries to be rejuvenated and reused efficiently. This unique approach addresses environmental concerns and improves profitability compared to conventional recycling methods by a factor of four.
Khepra is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in converting plastics and agricultural waste into renewable fuels and chemicals. Utilizing proprietary technology, Khepra employs ultrasonic methods, including frictive heating, cavitation, and acoustic pressure, to break down waste streams without extraction, thus preserving their integrity. This innovative, electrified process leverages excess renewable electricity, particularly from solar and wind sources, during periods of energy curtailment. By transforming waste into valuable resources, Khepra aims to support industries in adopting clean energy solutions and contribute to a sustainable future.
Khepra
Convertible Note in 2020
Khepra is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in converting plastics and agricultural waste into renewable fuels and chemicals. Utilizing proprietary technology, Khepra employs ultrasonic methods, including frictive heating, cavitation, and acoustic pressure, to break down waste streams without extraction, thus preserving their integrity. This innovative, electrified process leverages excess renewable electricity, particularly from solar and wind sources, during periods of energy curtailment. By transforming waste into valuable resources, Khepra aims to support industries in adopting clean energy solutions and contribute to a sustainable future.
Scindo
Convertible Note in 2020
Scindo is a cleantech start-up focused on developing innovative enzyme systems aimed at facilitating the sustainable transformation of feedstocks to replace petrochemical ingredients across various industries. The company specializes in upcycling plastic waste into high-value molecules and converting agricultural feedstocks into natural ingredients. Scindo's novel biological platform is designed for low-energy, environmentally friendly recycling, allowing for the conversion of low-value waste products into valuable compounds. This approach provides clients with a viable alternative to traditional waste disposal methods such as landfills and incineration, promoting sustainability and economic efficiency.
Carbix Technologies specializes in transforming atmospheric carbon dioxide into carbonates, serving as raw materials for various industrial products. The company employs advanced bioreactor technologies that efficiently capture CO2 from industrial flue gas and convert it, along with mineral inputs, into usable materials for construction and other applications. Powered entirely by renewable energy or energy-from-waste, these reactors utilize photons to accelerate the sequestration process of both atmospheric and industrial CO2 emissions. By doing so, Carbix enables businesses to obtain industrial raw materials from sustainable sources, contributing to a circular economy and addressing environmental challenges associated with carbon emissions.
VoltStorage
Convertible Note in 2020
VoltStorage GmbH is a German company specializing in the development and production of solar energy storage systems. Based in Olching, Germany, it utilizes eco-friendly vanadium redox flow technology to create power storage devices that allow homeowners to store surplus solar energy generated during the day for use at night. This innovative approach aims to provide renewable energy availability around the clock, contributing to a cleaner and fairer world for future generations. VoltStorage also offers installation and technical support services for its products, which are sold online. The company's commitment to sustainability underscores its mission to enhance the accessibility of renewable energy.
Electro-Active Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Electro-Active Technologies LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in the development of a modular bioelectrochemical system designed to produce renewable hydrogen from organic waste. The company employs advanced microbial and electrochemical processes to convert organic materials, including food waste and high-strength wastewater, into low-cost hydrogen while creating a carbon-negative energy solution. This innovative approach addresses the significant environmental concerns associated with organic waste, which contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. By enabling onsite deployment of its systems, Electro-Active Technologies facilitates a sustainable method for communities and businesses to transform waste into valuable renewable energy, promoting improved sustainability and resource efficiency.
Primitives
Seed Round in 2019
Primitives is a public benefit company based in San Francisco, California, focused on engineering advanced biomaterials aimed at reducing food waste and plastic pollution. The company manufactures biodegradable plastics designed to help users minimize their environmental impact. By developing environmentally sustainable materials, Primitives creates bioplastic products that can be adapted for various applications, incorporating advanced sensing, display, and biodegradation properties. This innovative approach enables businesses to address the growing concern of plastic pollution effectively.
Primitives
Convertible Note in 2019
Primitives is a public benefit company based in San Francisco, California, focused on engineering advanced biomaterials aimed at reducing food waste and plastic pollution. The company manufactures biodegradable plastics designed to help users minimize their environmental impact. By developing environmentally sustainable materials, Primitives creates bioplastic products that can be adapted for various applications, incorporating advanced sensing, display, and biodegradation properties. This innovative approach enables businesses to address the growing concern of plastic pollution effectively.
Blue Planet Ecosystems
Seed Round in 2019
Blue Planet Ecosystems Incorporated is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing and operating modular closed-loop photoprotein reactors aimed at sustainable food production in challenging environments. The company's technology mimics natural aquatic ecosystems to transform sunlight and carbon dioxide into organic seafood, including sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids, which can be utilized by zooplankton and fish. This innovative approach enables farmers and agricultural businesses to diversify their production methods, ensuring food security in the face of climate change. Blue Planet Ecosystems effectively addresses the need for quality, pollutant-free seafood by allowing for production close to consumers, regardless of land limitations.
NuLeaf Tech
Convertible Note in 2019
NuLeaf Tech, Inc. is a bioengineering company based in Cupertino, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in manufacturing innovative wastewater treatment systems and solar cells tailored for breweries, wineries, and other agricultural producers. The company addresses the growing demand for off-grid water solutions amidst the decline of traditional on-grid treatment plants, particularly in low-income communities. One of its flagship products, the NuTree, is a modular on-site wastewater treatment device that utilizes natural processes to treat and recycle wastewater affordably and effectively. Designed for ease of maintenance, similar to a fish tank or small garden, the NuTree can be scaled to accommodate the needs of individual households or larger businesses. This system supports a circular, zero-waste approach, enabling users to convert wastewater into nutrient-rich water for bioenergy and vertical farming. With a significant market potential in the United States, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, NuLeaf Tech aims to empower communities by providing sustainable and efficient water treatment solutions.
Seppure Technologies
Seed Round in 2019
Seppure Technologies is focused on transforming the energy-intensive processes of chemical separation and purification utilized across various industries. The company has developed innovative chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes that replace traditional methods such as distillation and evaporation. By implementing this sustainable technology, Seppure enables clients to significantly reduce their energy consumption, emissions, and pollution. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of industrial-scale chemical separations but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly manufacturing landscape.
CorNatural
Seed Round in 2019
CorNatural is a company focused on developing bio-based sustainable products that prioritize environmental responsibility. By employing pioneering synthetic biology and genetic engineering techniques, CorNatural transforms waste streams from industrial processes into value-added natural products. Their innovative approach not only enhances product quality but also contributes to pollution control, benefiting governments, companies, and individuals alike. Through its commitment to upcycling and sustainability, CorNatural aims to provide a diverse range of eco-friendly solutions that address both consumer needs and environmental challenges.
Pushme
Convertible Note in 2019
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
NovoNutrients
Seed Round in 2019
NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.
Electro-Active Technologies
Seed Round in 2019
Electro-Active Technologies LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in the development of a modular bioelectrochemical system designed to produce renewable hydrogen from organic waste. The company employs advanced microbial and electrochemical processes to convert organic materials, including food waste and high-strength wastewater, into low-cost hydrogen while creating a carbon-negative energy solution. This innovative approach addresses the significant environmental concerns associated with organic waste, which contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. By enabling onsite deployment of its systems, Electro-Active Technologies facilitates a sustainable method for communities and businesses to transform waste into valuable renewable energy, promoting improved sustainability and resource efficiency.
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
Seppure Technologies
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Seppure Technologies is focused on transforming the energy-intensive processes of chemical separation and purification utilized across various industries. The company has developed innovative chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes that replace traditional methods such as distillation and evaporation. By implementing this sustainable technology, Seppure enables clients to significantly reduce their energy consumption, emissions, and pollution. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of industrial-scale chemical separations but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly manufacturing landscape.