Svante Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in carbon capture solutions. It offers VeloxoTherm, a post-combustion CO2 capture process using adsorbent structures, designed to reduce capital and operating costs for fossil fuel power plants.
LanzaJet
Funding Round in 2020
LanzaJet is a company dedicated to producing sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the aviation industry. By utilizing innovative technology, LanzaJet converts non-recyclable waste into low-carbon fuels, providing a viable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The company's mission aligns with the principles of the circular economy, as it seeks to accelerate the energy transition while enabling airlines to lower their carbon emissions. Through its commitment to cleaner fuel options, LanzaJet plays a significant role in addressing the challenges of greenhouse gas emissions in aviation.
Enerkem
Corporate Round in 2019
Enerkem transforms non-recyclable waste into renewable biofuels and chemicals. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts municipal solid waste into biofuels like ethanol, addressing oil dependence and waste disposal challenges.
Syncrude Canada
Acquisition in 2016
Syncrude Canada Ltd. is a prominent operator in the Canadian oil sands industry, specializing in the production of crude oil from oil sands. Established in 1964 and based in Fort McMurray, the company has a 50-year history marked by responsible operations and continuous innovation. As a subsidiary of Suncor Energy Inc. since June 2016, Syncrude engages in research, exploration, and mining of oil, specifically low sulfur crude oil. The company is committed to enhancing environmental and economic performance through the development of advanced technologies in its operations.
Benefuel
Seed Round in 2014
Benefuel is focused on advancing the production of biodiesel through its innovative solid catalyst refining platform, which allows for the efficient conversion of a diverse range of feedstocks, including non-food-related fats and oils. This technology enables the company to shift the traditional model of biodiesel production from large, centralized operations to a more localized approach, facilitating the use of abundant renewable resources. By offering high-quality biodiesel along with related fuels, lubricants, and chemicals, Benefuel aims to provide a cost-effective alternative energy source that supports businesses in reducing their production costs while promoting sustainability in the energy sector.
GreatPoint Energy
Series C in 2007
GreatPoint Energy, Inc. is a technology-focused company that specializes in producing pure hydrogen and substitute natural gas using its proprietary catalytic hydromethanation process. This innovative technology converts carbon-rich feedstocks, including coal, petroleum coke, and biomass, into a methane-rich gas stream, facilitating the creation of low-cost, clean gas suitable for various applications. The company's products serve residential and commercial heating, power generation, industrial processes, and chemical production, while also enabling near-zero carbon electricity generation. In addition to its primary outputs, GreatPoint Energy's process yields valuable by-products such as vanadium, nickel, activated carbon, ammonia, and sulfuric acid. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company caters to clients in several countries, including China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Indonesia, while collaborating with strategic partners such as AES Corp, Dow Chemical, Peabody Energy, and Suncor Energy.