US Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy is a government agency established in 1977, located in Washington, D.C. Its primary mission is to ensure the security and prosperity of the nation by tackling energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. The Department focuses on promoting transformative scientific and technological solutions to address these issues, thereby supporting the country's energy needs and environmental sustainability.

Maria Robinson

Director of DOE's Grid Deployment Office

Past deals in Sustainability

TEVERRA

Grant in 2025
TEVERRA is a clean energy technology company that provides innovative subsurface solutions aimed at optimizing carbon storage, energy storage, and geothermal operations. The company focuses on converting oil and gas assets into geothermal resources and offers a range of services including subsurface thermal energy storage, geothermal systems, and power plant design. Additionally, TEVERRA specializes in subsurface monitoring, visualization, and control for both geothermal and oil and gas sectors. By developing advanced technology and implementing international projects, TEVERRA supports the transition to a low-carbon and sustainable energy mix.

OnePlanet Solar Recycling

Debt Financing in 2025
OnePlanet Solar Recycling, founded by experts from the metals manufacturing, recycling, and solar energy sectors, specializes in scalable and sustainable solutions for solar panel recycling. The company provides a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of the solar energy and recycling industries. These services include logistics support, recycling certificates, and the recycling of various components such as damaged solar panels, mounting structures, inverters, and wiring materials like copper and aluminum. By focusing on efficient and environmentally responsible recycling practices, OnePlanet Solar Recycling aims to support the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.

Quino Energy

Grant in 2024
Quino Energy specializes in the manufacture of cost-effective batteries utilizing a unique technology based on quinones dissolved in water. The batteries, derived from low-cost coal tar and wood tar, are designed for long-duration energy storage of 5 to 12 hours, making them more efficient than competing technologies. The company has licensed this innovative quinone flow battery technology from Harvard University, where it was initially developed. Quino Energy aims to provide scalable and long-lasting grid energy storage solutions that support a fully renewable energy future. Its storage services cater to various applications, including grid resiliency, microgrids, and renewable energy storage, accommodating needs from individual homes to large solar farms.

Nostromo Energy

Debt Financing in 2024
Nostromo Energy specializes in thermal energy storage solutions that utilize a water-based system to store and discharge energy in the form of ice. The company's innovative platform captures surplus electric power during periods of excess demand, converting it into cold thermal energy stored as ice. This technology is particularly beneficial for commercial and industrial buildings, as it allows clients to manage energy consumption more efficiently. By leveraging a virtual power plant-enabled system, Nostromo Energy enables optimal volumetric water capacity and modular adjustments to installed capacity, thereby enhancing overall energy management and sustainability.

Sunwealth

Debt Financing in 2024
Sunwealth is a clean energy investment firm focused on advancing commercial solar projects. By utilizing a proprietary methodology, the company identifies high-performing projects that deliver both financial returns and social impact. Sunwealth offers a Solar Impact Fund, which enables the rapid scaling of investments in a diversified portfolio of solar assets. This approach allows investors to directly engage in meaningful projects while benefiting from the efficiency and reliability of solar energy. The firm leverages its extensive expertise in solar technology and investment to support businesses, municipalities, and non-profit organizations in achieving significant financial returns alongside their clean energy goals.

EarthEn

Grant in 2024
EarthEn is focused on developing innovative technology for long-duration energy storage solutions that are carbon-negative and climate-positive. The company has created a novel power cycle that utilizes carbon dioxide in a closed-loop system, which allows for flexible and scalable energy storage applications. This thermo-mechanical approach is designed to be low-cost, safe, and future-proof, with an expected operational lifetime of 30 years. By providing clients with a reliable and sustainable energy source, EarthEn aims to facilitate the transition to renewable energy at the lowest possible cost.

OnStream CO2

Grant in 2024
OnStream CO2 is a company specializing in the development of carbon storage projects. Its primary focus is to create and implement carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.

Shell

Grant in 2024
Shell is a global energy company focused on the exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and natural gas, along with the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell, it operates in over 70 countries and employs approximately 87,000 people. Shell aims to meet the world's increasing energy demands in a responsible manner, emphasizing a transition to lower-carbon energy solutions. The company is committed to advancing sustainability through innovative technologies and practices, striving to balance economic growth with environmental and social responsibilities. Shell continuously assesses market dynamics and competitive forces to enhance its operational performance and maximize sustainable cash flow while adhering to high standards of health, safety, and ethical compliance.

Relevate Power

Grant in 2024
Relevate Power specializes in reviving historic waterpower plants, utilizing superior engineering to ensure their longevity and sustainability. The company also offers financing services to homeowners for residential solar systems, water conservation upgrades, and energy-efficiency home improvements, promoting a more sustainable and river-based way of life for future generations.

Prometheus Materials

Grant in 2024
Prometheus Materials focuses on the development of bio-cement designed to achieve zero carbon emissions, contributing to global sustainability efforts. The company specializes in creating innovative construction materials that utilize algae, water, ambient carbon dioxide, sunlight, and sand. By producing bio-cement and bio-concrete that are carbon negative, Prometheus Materials enables clients to adopt more sustainable practices in construction, thereby helping to reduce overall carbon dioxide emissions associated with traditional concrete production.

Hempitecture

Grant in 2024
Hempitecture is based in Idaho and focuses on developing sustainable building materials and systems that promote energy efficiency and environmental health. The company manufactures a variety of hemp-based products designed for construction, aiming to foster sustainable and healthy building practices. In addition to its primary offerings, Hempitecture produces natural fiber materials for ancillary industries, including cold chain packaging. By prioritizing environmentally friendly practices, the company enables customers to enjoy both health benefits and reduced energy consumption.

ReJoule

Grant in 2024
ReJoule is focused on addressing the challenges associated with battery health information, which often leads to significant waste, especially at the end of a battery's life. The company has developed a battery diagnostic platform that significantly reduces testing time from hours to minutes, allowing for quick and accurate assessments of batteries for second-life applications. By testing batteries in-vehicle during their initial use, ReJoule enables equipment manufacturers to extend the useful life of batteries, facilitating their repurposing to store energy multiple times. This approach promotes sustainability and contributes to a circular economy by minimizing battery waste and lowering costs for manufacturers.

Moment Energy

Grant in 2024
Moment Energy focuses on developing sustainable battery energy storage systems that repurpose retired electric vehicle batteries. The company aims to enhance energy reliability for off-grid areas and address peak demand in on-grid locations. By utilizing these repurposed batteries, Moment Energy provides clean, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage solutions, making renewable energy more accessible for both off-grid and industrial customers.

Bridgestone Americas

Grant in 2024
Bridgestone Americas, a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, is a prominent manufacturer and marketer of tires and rubber products across various sectors. The company specializes in a wide range of products, including original equipment and replacement tires for passenger cars, light trucks, commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery, and motorcycles. In addition to tires, Bridgestone Americas offers tire-centric solutions, retreads, tubes, and air springs, serving diverse markets such as construction, mining, and aviation. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, the company focuses on innovative mobility solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities. Bridgestone Americas plays a vital role in shaping the future of mobility while delivering value to customers and contributing to societal well-being.

Terra CO2

Grant in 2024
Terra CO2 Technologies focuses on producing low-carbon alternatives for cement by utilizing local and abundant feedstocks from existing aggregate mines. The company specializes in high-performing, cost-competitive cementitious materials that serve as environmentally friendly substitutes for traditional cement. Through innovative manufacturing techniques, Terra CO2 aims to transform the production of these materials, thereby reducing both material and logistics costs. Their supplementary cementitious materials and zero-carbon cement undergo rigorous third-party testing to ensure performance under challenging conditions, positioning the company as a leader in offering sustainable solutions to address pressing environmental issues in the construction industry.

Georgia Power Company

Grant in 2024
Georgia Power Company, incorporated in 1930 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a subsidiary of The Southern Company that provides electric power and energy services to businesses and residents across the state. The company generates electricity through a diverse mix of sources, including natural gas, oil, coal, nuclear, hydro, and renewable energy. Georgia Power is committed to delivering reliable and affordable energy, and it also operates a solar program to promote renewable energy production. Additionally, the company offers energy efficiency programs and tips to help customers reduce their energy consumption and costs, ensuring a sustainable energy future for Georgia.

Arbor Energy

Grant in 2024
Arbor was founded by a team of engineers and climate scientists who have spent their careers developing some of the most advanced rocket engine technologies and power systems. The team brings together deep experience in turbomachinery, combustion, manufacturing, technical design engineering, bioenergy and energy projects, climate science, and community engagement. Arbor’s mission is to solve the greatest problem of our generation: climate change, by reversing humanity’s climate footprint and building a truly sustainable civilization. With over a century of combined experience at aerospace companies, including SpaceX and GE, we are now working on our magnum opus. The same technology we’ve developed to get humans off this planet will now help us save it.

LanzaTech

Grant in 2024
LanzaTech, Inc. is a carbon recycling company based in Skokie, Illinois, with additional offices in Roselle, Illinois; Shanghai, China; and Gurgaon, India. Founded in 2005, the company specializes in producing fuel ethanol from renewable non-food resources, including industrial flue gases and waste gases generated from the gasification of municipal solid waste and biomass. LanzaTech's innovative technology enables the conversion of carbon emissions from sources like steel mills into valuable products, such as sustainable fuels and chemicals, thus contributing to a circular carbon economy. By recycling carbon from various waste streams, LanzaTech aims to reduce global CO2 emissions significantly and displace a substantial portion of crude oil use, ultimately transforming waste carbon into essential building blocks for consumer goods.

Maine Ocean Farms

Grant in 2024
Maine Ocean Farms cultivates premium oysters sustainably, celebrating Maine's coastal heritage while fostering a deep connection to the ocean and community with every harvest.

American Battery Technology Company

Grant in 2024
American Battery Technology Company focuses on the sustainable and ethical sourcing of critical battery materials essential for powering electric vehicles, grid storage, and consumer electronics. The company specializes in lithium-ion battery recycling, extraction of battery metals, and the development of primary mineral resources. By employing closed-loop and clean energy technologies, it aims to produce low-cost battery metals while promoting environmental stewardship in the battery supply chain.

Slipstream Group

Grant in 2024
Slipstream is a non-profit organization focused on advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives. It aims to create, test, deliver, and scale innovative programs that address significant energy challenges. By collaborating with utilities, local and state governments, regulatory agencies, and various organizations, Slipstream seeks to foster a clean energy economy. Its efforts are directed towards developing solutions that contribute to healthier, more livable, and affordable communities.

Ecotope

Grant in 2024
Ecotope is a consulting, research, and mechanical engineering firm that focuses on energy efficiency and design in buildings.

Colorado School of Mines

Grant in 2024
Colorado School of Mines provides devoted to training scientists, engineers and others not only in rigorous science-based academics but in protective and respectful use of the earth and its resources, Colorado School of Mines is a leader in its field.

Transaera

Grant in 2024
Transaera specializes in the development of energy-efficient cooling systems aimed at minimizing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The company employs an innovative desiccant material that effectively removes moisture from the air prior to the cooling process, enhancing indoor comfort. Its solutions are designed for both residential and commercial applications, providing affordable and environmentally friendly cooling options that improve indoor climate control. By reducing the energy demands typically associated with conventional air conditioning units, Transaera's technologies support greater productivity while also alleviating strain on local grid infrastructure and contributing to a more sustainable global climate.

Renewability Energy

Grant in 2024
Renewability Energy designs, manufactures, and sells patent-pending power pipes. Their patented and patent-pending power-pipe DWHR system reclaims and recycles a substantial portion of the heat energy.

1PointFive

Grant in 2024
1PointFive is a platform focused on Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration (CCUS), aiming to provide effective solutions for decarbonization and the reduction of CO₂ emissions. The company specializes in direct air capture technology, which enables the extraction of carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, independent of emission sources. By commercializing direct air capture facilities at an industrial scale, 1PointFive supports industries that are challenging to decarbonize, including long-haul trucking, shipping, and aviation. This approach contributes to the broader goal of mitigating climate change and fostering a circular carbon economy.

FRAM

Grant in 2024
FRAM Energy is a company that operates in the real estate industry, focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. The company's primary service involves de-risking energy retrofits for property owners, particularly those with rental homes. This service is designed to make sustainable rental homes more achievable and financially viable. FRAM Energy targets the multifamily segment, aiming to bring energy retrofits to rental homes. The company's work is backed by venture capital and it utilizes a data platform and fintech infrastructure to support its services.

Performance Systems Development

Grant in 2024
Performance Systems Development, LLC specializes in building performance software, program, engineering, and training solutions aimed at enhancing energy efficiency for homeowners, businesses, and commercial property owners in the United States. The company offers several software tools, including the Targeted Retrofit Energy Analysis Tool for energy audits, the Green Energy Compass for managing energy efficiency programs, and the Building Performance Compass for benchmarking and tracking energy use in commercial and multifamily buildings. Additionally, it provides a variety of program services, including custom engineering solutions and support for developing home energy ratings businesses. The company also conducts training courses, both online and in-person, for energy auditors, builders, and engineers, covering certifications and software training in building performance and energy efficiency. Established in 1998 and based in Ithaca, New York, Performance Systems Development integrates building science expertise to support a wide range of energy efficiency initiatives.

Dioxide Materials

Grant in 2024
Dioxide Materials is focused on creating sustainable solutions through innovative green technology aimed at addressing climate change. The company specializes in developing systems that recycle waste carbon dioxide into fuels and chemicals, thereby helping to reduce the global carbon footprint. Key products include Sustainion membranes and ionomers, which function as both catalysts and electrolytes in various electrochemical cells and electrolyzers. These technologies facilitate the production of renewable syngas and enable the conversion of air, water, and renewable energy into renewable gasoline. By providing efficient solutions for clean energy production, Dioxide Materials supports the transition to a low-carbon economy and contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

MAAT Energy

Grant in 2024
MAAT Energy represents one of the most significant opportunities to impact climate change.

Mattiq

Grant in 2024
Mattiq is a sustainable materials design and development company that operates a transformative platform aimed at decarbonizing essential building blocks for various industries. By integrating materials science, chemistry, and artificial intelligence, Mattiq creates innovative solutions that support the circular economy. This approach helps businesses decrease their dependence on fossil fuels, reduce waste, and develop more sustainable products and processes, ultimately contributing to a greener future.

SkyNano

Grant in 2024
SkyNano is a technology company dedicated to addressing carbon pollution through innovative solutions. It specializes in converting carbon emissions into valuable chemical feedstocks for the production of advanced carbon materials. Utilizing proprietary electrochemistry, SkyNano offers a low-cost and scalable manufacturing process that is both sustainable and efficient. The company's approach aims to provide functional materials that can have a wide range of applications, helping clients mitigate the adverse effects of climate change while promoting a more sustainable future.

RiKarbon

Grant in 2024
RiKarbon is a green-tech company focused on creating renewable products by utilizing captured carbon emissions and minimizing waste through innovative technologies. It develops sustainable lubricants from plant scraps, natural feedstocks, and oils, providing renewable alternatives to petroleum-based resources. These products serve both domestic and international markets in specialty and performance chemicals, finding applications in skin lotions, sunscreens, food processing, and hydropower production. By enhancing economic value and promoting energy security, RiKarbon aims to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future.

WeNeW Carbology

Grant in 2024
WeNeW Carbology produces diesel sustainably, with zero net greenhouse gas emissions.

CalWave

Grant in 2024
CalWave focuses on developing innovative ocean wave technologies to provide reliable and cost-effective renewable energy solutions. Its proprietary wave energy converter operates fully submerged, ensuring high performance and durability in extreme weather conditions. By harnessing the energy of ocean waves, CalWave's technology converts this energy into electricity and freshwater. Given the consistent and predictable nature of wave power, it has the potential to meet 20-30% of global energy demand. CalWave aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, targeting a displacement of 500 million tons annually by 2050. This technology could potentially power over 100 million homes in the United States, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.

Creekside Environmental Products

Grant in 2024
Creekside Environmental Products specializes in the manufacture of environmentally friendly solutions for a range of industries, such as food, beverage, and personal care. The company's offerings include products designed for applications like water quality monitoring, soil testing, and air pollution analysis. By providing these tools, Creekside Environmental Products aids businesses in minimizing their environmental impact, supporting sustainability efforts across various sectors.

Carbon To Stone

Grant in 2024
Carbon To Stone is a developer focused on carbon management and resource recovery solutions for heavy industries. The company specializes in the process of carbon mineralization, which captures carbon dioxide from the atmosphere or specific emission sources and combines it with alkaline industrial residues. This innovative approach converts carbon dioxide into solid carbonates, effectively locking atmospheric carbon into stone. In addition to mitigating carbon emissions, Carbon To Stone enables the recovery of energy-critical metals and materials from environmental waste, contributing to a more sustainable industrial process.

Noria Energy

Grant in 2024
Noria Energy, founded in 2018, specializes in designing and developing solar photovoltaic projects primarily for wastewater treatment plants, as well as commercial, industrial, and hydroelectric power plant clients. The company has successfully constructed over 1GW of solar capacity and currently boasts a project pipeline exceeding 200MW, which is anticipated to grow rapidly. Noria offers both floating and traditional ground-mount solar solutions, enabling customers to utilize solar power directly without relying on utility companies. These behind-the-meter projects help clients reduce energy costs, take advantage of renewable energy incentives, and achieve their clean energy objectives while providing protection against grid disruptions.

Atlantic Biomass Conversions

Grant in 2024
Atlantic Biomass Conversions provides a low-cost Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels.

Danimer Scientific

Grant in 2024
Danimer Scientific, formerly known as Meredian Holdings Group, Inc., specializes in the production of biopolymers, particularly polyhydroxyalkanoates, which are biodegradable plastics. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Bainbridge, Georgia, with a production facility in Winchester, Kentucky, the company offers a range of products including additives, coatings, resins, and thermoforming materials. Danimer Scientific focuses on sustainable practices by providing products that are designed to reduce petrochemical plastic pollution and are certified for biodegradability and compostability. The company's biopolymers, marketed under the Nodax brand, are FDA approved for food contact and are utilized in various applications such as disposable flatware, packaging, and adhesives. In addition to manufacturing, Danimer provides research and development and toll manufacturing services, catering to a global clientele committed to environmentally friendly solutions.

Solugen

Debt Financing in 2024
Solugen, Inc. is a specialty chemicals company based in Houston, Texas, that focuses on producing industrial chemicals through industrial biotechnology and green chemistry. Founded in 2016, Solugen develops a range of environmentally friendly products, including BioPeroxide, a carbon-negative hydrogen peroxide, and BioChelate, a biodegradable chelant. The company also offers ScavSol, a multivalent metal sequestrant for energy applications; ScaleSol, an alternative to phosphonates for scale control; and CorrSol, a corrosion and fouling control product. By utilizing fermentation and enzymatic technology to convert plant sugars into chemicals, Solugen aims to replace petroleum-based products with plant-derived alternatives. Its innovative solutions are designed to benefit various industries, including agriculture, cleaning, energy, and water, while also addressing critical issues such as clean water, sustainable materials, and healthier personal care products.

Southface

Grant in 2024
Southface renders education, advocacy, research and technical assistance to promote sustainable homes, workplaces and communities.

Moment Energy

Grant in 2024
Moment Energy focuses on developing sustainable battery energy storage systems that repurpose retired electric vehicle batteries. The company aims to enhance energy reliability for off-grid areas and address peak demand in on-grid locations. By utilizing these repurposed batteries, Moment Energy provides clean, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage solutions, making renewable energy more accessible for both off-grid and industrial customers.

Verde Clean Fuels

Grant in 2024
Verde Clean Fuels is a renewable energy company focused on converting synthesis gas, or syngas, into liquid hydrocarbons suitable for gasoline production. The syngas is sourced from a variety of feedstocks, including biomass, municipal solid waste (MSW), mixed plastics, and natural gas, including synthetic natural gas. Utilizing a proprietary technology known as the STG process, Verde Clean Fuels aims to provide sustainable fuel solutions that contribute to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting cleaner energy alternatives.

Dominion Energy Innovation Center

Grant in 2024
The Dominion Energy Innovation Center, established in 2009 and located in Ashland, Virginia, is dedicated to supporting innovative startups in the energy and sustainability sectors. It serves as a collaborative platform that connects these emerging companies with potential customers and investors, fostering their growth and development. The center is designed as a community for entrepreneurial thinkers, providing a structured environment that encourages technology-based businesses to achieve their objectives more efficiently. Through its network and resources, the Dominion Energy Innovation Center aims to accelerate the progress of startups, helping them navigate the challenges of the energy landscape.

Skyven Technologies

Grant in 2024
Skyven Technologies is an energy-as-a-service company focused on decarbonizing industrial process heat for manufacturers in hard-to-decarbonize sectors. The company aims to reduce onsite CO2 emissions by providing clean, emissions-free process heat at costs lower than natural gas. Skyven implements advanced decarbonization technologies, such as their Arcturus line of steam-generating heat pumps, without requiring capital expenditures or disrupting manufacturing processes. They monitor carbon emissions in real-time and charge clients only for the clean energy supplied. Additionally, Skyven offers dashboards that display real-time data on savings and carbon metrics, supporting facilities in their transition to greener energy sources while also recovering waste heat to produce sustainable steam.

Brimstone

Grant in 2024
Brimstone is a company that has developed a carbon-negative process for producing ordinary Portland cement and supplementary cementitious material. Founded in 2019 and based in Oakland, California, Brimstone's innovative technology employs carbon-free calcium silicate rock instead of traditional limestone, resulting in a product that matches the performance of conventional materials while remaining cost-competitive at scale. This advancement aims to provide the construction industry with a cleaner and more sustainable alternative to traditional cement production methods.

SSAB

Grant in 2024
SSAB is a leading global steel company specializing in value-added, high-strength steel products. With approximately 16,000 employees across more than 50 countries, SSAB operates production facilities in Sweden, Finland, and the United States. The company focuses on developing steel solutions in collaboration with its customers to create lighter, stronger, and more sustainable end products. SSAB's production capacity reaches 8.8 million tonnes annually, utilizing integrated blast furnace processes in Sweden and Finland, while employing scrap-based electric arc furnaces in the U.S. Additionally, SSAB has smaller production sites and steel service centers worldwide, including a finishing line in Shanghai. The company operates through various divisions, producing structural high-strength steel, wear-resistant steel, and other specialized products, while also providing distribution and construction solutions through its subsidiaries. SSAB's innovative steel products are essential for industries such as heavy transport and construction, enhancing the strength and lifespan of their applications.

The Chemours

Grant in 2024
The Chemours Company is a global leader in performance chemicals, operating across North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Chemours operates through three segments: Fluoroproducts, Chemical Solutions, and Titanium Technologies. The Fluoroproducts segment produces a range of fluorochemicals, including refrigerants and specialty coatings, while the Chemical Solutions segment supplies industrial and specialty chemicals for various industries such as mining and electronics. The Titanium Technologies segment, which generates the majority of the company's revenue, manufactures titanium dioxide pigments used in coatings, plastics, and packaging. Chemours is dedicated to providing innovative, chemistry-based solutions that enhance product performance and sustainability across diverse applications.

Otsuka Chemical America

Grant in 2024
Otsuka Chemical America is a pioneering perspective and a commitment to environmental protection.

Energy & Environmental Research Center

Grant in 2024
Energy & Environmental Research Center researches and develops technologies to make energy production and use environmentally friendly.

Colorado School of Mines

Grant in 2024
Colorado School of Mines provides devoted to training scientists, engineers and others not only in rigorous science-based academics but in protective and respectful use of the earth and its resources, Colorado School of Mines is a leader in its field.

Capture6

Grant in 2024
Capture6 specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative carbon dioxide removal technologies aimed at addressing climate change. The company utilizes electrochemical processes to convert seawater into a solution that captures CO2 from the atmosphere and deposits it into the ocean, thereby enhancing ocean health. This approach not only facilitates the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also offers economic benefits by enabling businesses, governments, and communities to decarbonize their operations effectively. By repurposing existing industrial-scale technologies, Capture6 provides scalable solutions that contribute to environmental sustainability while improving livelihoods.

8 Rivers

Grant in 2024
8 Rivers is a company focused on developing infrastructure-scale technologies that significantly reduce or eliminate CO2 emissions. Since its inception in 2008, it has concentrated on commercializing solutions across various sectors, with particular emphasis on oxy-combustion and ultra-low carbon intensity processes. Its technology portfolio includes ultra-low carbon hydrogen production, innovative low-carbon power cycles, and advanced direct air capture systems. 8 Rivers holds the largest number of CO2-related patents globally and has successfully raised over $1 billion in funding to support its initiatives. The company aims to facilitate the energy transition by delivering economic and sustainable hydrogen production and addressing the utilization of captured CO2 for producing valuable products. By balancing economic viability with scientific innovation, 8 Rivers enables both companies and governments to achieve their net-zero goals while contributing to broader societal challenges.

Carbon Solutions

Grant in 2024
Carbon Solutions provides low-carbon energy research and development and software. They offer carbon management services. They support integrated CO₂ capture, transport, and storage solutions. They offer market assessments, project feasibility, and project design services.

RiKarbon

Grant in 2024
RiKarbon is a green-tech company focused on creating renewable products by utilizing captured carbon emissions and minimizing waste through innovative technologies. It develops sustainable lubricants from plant scraps, natural feedstocks, and oils, providing renewable alternatives to petroleum-based resources. These products serve both domestic and international markets in specialty and performance chemicals, finding applications in skin lotions, sunscreens, food processing, and hydropower production. By enhancing economic value and promoting energy security, RiKarbon aims to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Eden

Grant in 2024
Eden is focused on developing a sustainable platform for natural resource recovery, aiming to create a carbon-neutral future. The company has introduced a novel method known as Pulsed Electrical Well Stimulation (PEWS), which is a patent-pending technology designed to replace traditional hydraulic fracturing. This innovative approach eliminates the need for water injection and addresses the logistical challenges and environmental risks associated with conventional fracking methods. By utilizing high-voltage electricity and proprietary modeling techniques, Eden enhances rock permeability with precision, facilitating effective resource extraction across various geological settings. This technology not only reduces costs but also minimizes the negative impacts typically associated with hydraulic fracturing, positioning Eden as a leader in environmentally responsible resource recovery.

Koloma

Grant in 2024
Koloma is a geologic hydrogen company focused on identifying and commercializing geologic hydrogen resources. By utilizing its technology and proprietary data, Koloma develops data-driven solutions for energy transition resource development. The company's initiatives aim to reduce global carbon emissions, providing businesses with the tools to lower their carbon footprint and contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. Through its innovative approach, Koloma seeks to advance clean energy technology and support the transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Zeta Energy

Grant in 2024
Zeta Energy, founded in 2014, focuses on developing and commercializing safe, high-performance rechargeable batteries that are both cost-effective and sustainably produced. The company has created a lithium-sulfur battery system featuring proprietary anode and cathode technologies, which offer significantly higher energy density compared to existing anode chemistries while avoiding the dendrite issues associated with lithium metal. Zeta Energy's innovations aim to address climate change and promote energy democratization by providing long-lasting and affordable rechargeable batteries that do not contain cobalt, zinc, nickel, or manganese. With a management team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in technology development and commercialization, Zeta has filed more than thirty patents to protect its advancements in battery technology.

Susteon

Grant in 2023
Susteon is focused on advancing energy transition technology through the development of direct air capture (DAC) solutions. The company's innovative approach utilizes Dual-Functional Materials (DFM) that not only capture carbon dioxide from the air but also convert it into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). This technology enables clients to produce various fuels, including diesel and aviation fuel, directly from captured carbon dioxide. Susteon’s efforts are further supported by a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) project sponsored by the Department of Energy, highlighting its commitment to addressing real-world environmental challenges.

Carbon Solutions

Grant in 2023
Carbon Solutions provides low-carbon energy research and development and software. They offer carbon management services. They support integrated CO₂ capture, transport, and storage solutions. They offer market assessments, project feasibility, and project design services.

Zymochem

Grant in 2023
ZymoChem, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2013. It specializes in the development of eco-friendly chemicals and bioprocesses using engineered microbes to convert renewable feedstocks, such as sugars, into industrial chemicals. The company’s bio-manufacturing platform aims to produce bio-based materials while minimizing carbon emissions during production, thereby supporting a carbon-efficient economy. By establishing cost-effective bioprocesses and novel biosynthetic pathways, ZymoChem enables clients to reduce production costs and enhance their competitiveness in the market. Through its innovative approach, the company contributes to sustainable manufacturing practices and the advancement of a real-zero economy.

Marin Clean Energy

Grant in 2023
Marin Clean Energy is a private company based in San Rafael, California, specializing in the provision of renewable electricity services. The firm is dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by offering cleaner energy options to its customers. Through its initiatives, Marin Clean Energy aims to promote sustainability and support the transition to a more environmentally friendly energy landscape.

National Grid

Grant in 2023
National Grid is a multinational electricity and gas utility company, headquartered in London, UK. It owns, operates, and maintains high-pressure gas transmission networks in Great Britain, spanning approximately 7,630 kilometers, and provides associated services such as gas metering and liquefied natural gas storage. Additionally, it facilitates electricity and gas transmission systems, serving millions of customers through regulated utility businesses in the UK and US. National Grid is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient energy, while also investing in innovative technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to cleaner, smarter energy systems.

Crossville

Grant in 2023
Crossville is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in sustainable tile solutions for various sectors, including residential, automotive, education, healthcare, and hospitality. The company produces a diverse range of environmentally friendly products, including porcelain tiles, stone, glass, metal, and mosaic collections. These tiles are crafted from recycled materials, emphasizing durability and performance while ensuring an eco-conscious approach to design. Recognized for its innovative offerings, Crossville aims to provide high-quality, award-winning tile collections suitable for both residential and commercial applications.

Bat Conservation International

Grant in 2023
Conserving the world's bats and their ecosystems to ensure a healthy planet

ICMA

Grant in 2023
ICMA produces tools and resources that facilitate local government management in the creation of sustainable communities.

Arctura

Grant in 2023
Arctura is focused on advancing sustainable energy solutions, particularly in the wind energy sector. The company develops innovative technologies aimed at enhancing the efficiency and profitability of renewable energy plants. Their solutions address significant challenges in the industry, such as reducing costs associated with lightning damage, minimizing losses from underperforming wind assets, and mitigating the risks of curtailment. Additionally, Arctura has created a green nitric acid technology that synthesizes nitric acid using air, water, and renewable electricity. This innovation not only provides clients with affordable energy options but also contributes to lowering the carbon footprint of various industries, while supporting local energy demands from wind and solar sources.

Leaptran

Grant in 2023
Leaptran is a developer of AI-driven energy and wellness management systems focused on optimizing energy consumption and cost savings. The company's technology integrates renewable energy sources, battery energy storage systems, and advanced forecasting methods to enhance energy affordability and reliability. By employing machine learning and visualization software, along with a customized hardware platform, Leaptran enables customers to effectively manage their energy storage in solar-powered buildings. This comprehensive approach allows industries to improve asset management and achieve significant returns on investment while ensuring energy efficiency and resiliency.

ReJoule

Grant in 2023
ReJoule is focused on addressing the challenges associated with battery health information, which often leads to significant waste, especially at the end of a battery's life. The company has developed a battery diagnostic platform that significantly reduces testing time from hours to minutes, allowing for quick and accurate assessments of batteries for second-life applications. By testing batteries in-vehicle during their initial use, ReJoule enables equipment manufacturers to extend the useful life of batteries, facilitating their repurposing to store energy multiple times. This approach promotes sustainability and contributes to a circular economy by minimizing battery waste and lowering costs for manufacturers.

Princeton NuEnergy

Grant in 2023
Princeton NuEnergy is a clean-tech startup specializing in the direct recycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The company utilizes patented Direct Battery Recycling technology to produce high-quality cathode active materials at low operating costs from spent batteries. This innovative process allows for the regeneration of cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, solvents, and other materials, enabling clients to restore battery components without fully breaking down their chemical structures. By providing sustainable energy solutions, Princeton NuEnergy addresses environmental challenges associated with battery waste and promotes a circular economy in the battery industry.

Georgia Power Company

Grant in 2023
Georgia Power Company, incorporated in 1930 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a subsidiary of The Southern Company that provides electric power and energy services to businesses and residents across the state. The company generates electricity through a diverse mix of sources, including natural gas, oil, coal, nuclear, hydro, and renewable energy. Georgia Power is committed to delivering reliable and affordable energy, and it also operates a solar program to promote renewable energy production. Additionally, the company offers energy efficiency programs and tips to help customers reduce their energy consumption and costs, ensuring a sustainable energy future for Georgia.

ReJoule

Grant in 2023
ReJoule is focused on addressing the challenges associated with battery health information, which often leads to significant waste, especially at the end of a battery's life. The company has developed a battery diagnostic platform that significantly reduces testing time from hours to minutes, allowing for quick and accurate assessments of batteries for second-life applications. By testing batteries in-vehicle during their initial use, ReJoule enables equipment manufacturers to extend the useful life of batteries, facilitating their repurposing to store energy multiple times. This approach promotes sustainability and contributes to a circular economy by minimizing battery waste and lowering costs for manufacturers.

EarthEn

Grant in 2023
EarthEn is focused on developing innovative technology for long-duration energy storage solutions that are carbon-negative and climate-positive. The company has created a novel power cycle that utilizes carbon dioxide in a closed-loop system, which allows for flexible and scalable energy storage applications. This thermo-mechanical approach is designed to be low-cost, safe, and future-proof, with an expected operational lifetime of 30 years. By providing clients with a reliable and sustainable energy source, EarthEn aims to facilitate the transition to renewable energy at the lowest possible cost.

1PointFive

Grant in 2023
1PointFive is a platform focused on Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration (CCUS), aiming to provide effective solutions for decarbonization and the reduction of CO₂ emissions. The company specializes in direct air capture technology, which enables the extraction of carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, independent of emission sources. By commercializing direct air capture facilities at an industrial scale, 1PointFive supports industries that are challenging to decarbonize, including long-haul trucking, shipping, and aviation. This approach contributes to the broader goal of mitigating climate change and fostering a circular carbon economy.

Illinois Green Alliance

Grant in 2023
Illinois Green Alliance is to advance communities and structures that provide people with greener, brighter, healthier places to live, work, and study.

Elevate

Grant in 2023
Elevate is a nonprofit system that creates clean heat, power, and water in their homes and communities. They create the benefits and services of the clean energy economy, deliver quality programs and services, and improve the quality of life for homeowners, renters, and building owners.

University of California

Grant in 2023
The University of California (UC) is a renowned public research university system established in 1868, with its flagship campus at UC Berkeley. With over 280,000 students, 227,000 faculty and staff, and more than 2 million alumni worldwide, UC is a global leader in education and research. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across its 10 campuses, fostering interdisciplinary study and collaboration in advanced learning environments. UC's diverse academic community contributes significantly to the economic and social well-being of California and the nation, driving innovations in fields like biotechnology, computer science, and environmental sustainability. Additionally, UC's athletic teams, known as the Golden Bears, represent the university in various sports at the NCAA level.

Energy & Environmental Research Center

Grant in 2023
Energy & Environmental Research Center researches and develops technologies to make energy production and use environmentally friendly.

Focused Energy

Grant in 2023
Focused Energy is dedicated to developing laser-driven fusion technology aimed at creating sustainable energy sources. The company employs innovative methods to harness fusion power, striving to generate clean energy through advanced scientific techniques. Focused Energy's platform commercializes inertial fusion energy, utilizing high-powered lasers to initiate fusion reactions that release significant amounts of energy. This energy can be harnessed for electricity generation, heating, and transportation, offering a reliable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional energy sources. By collaborating with scientific institutions and industry partners, Focused Energy contributes to the advancement of practical fusion applications, positioning itself to play a vital role in addressing global energy needs while minimizing greenhouse gas emissions.

Colorado School of Mines

Grant in 2023
Colorado School of Mines provides devoted to training scientists, engineers and others not only in rigorous science-based academics but in protective and respectful use of the earth and its resources, Colorado School of Mines is a leader in its field.

Carbon America

Grant in 2023
Carbon America is a developer of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technology aimed at significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. The company focuses on capturing and sequestering large volumes of carbon dioxide from industrial sources, utilizing a multi-strategy approach that emphasizes cost efficiency and rapid deployment. By combining a team of skilled engineers, developers, and financiers, Carbon America operates as a vertically integrated entity designed to scale effectively. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of CCS processes but also positions the company as a leader in the effort to combat global warming by providing solutions that are both effective and economically viable for its clients.

Planted Solar

Venture Round in 2023
Planted Solar is a developer focused on transforming the solar power landscape through an innovative platform that enhances the design and installation of solar power plants. By leveraging development software and construction robots, the company creates high-density, all-terrain power plants on land that was previously deemed unsuitable for solar energy production. This approach allows Planted Solar to generate twice the energy per acre and complete projects three times faster than traditional methods. The company aims to empower businesses and corporations to manage their energy consumption more efficiently, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. Backed by prominent investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures and Khosla Ventures, Planted Solar is dedicated to accelerating the deployment of solar energy solutions globally.

Resilient Analytics

Grant in 2023
Resilient Analytics is a company focused on providing environmental research and analysis services to help organizations and communities address the impacts of climate change. Utilizing a combination of climate, engineering, and economic modeling, the company offers a range of services, including vulnerability assessments, adaptation strategies, cost-benefit analyses, and risk management. A notable feature of their service portfolio is the Infrastructure Planning Support System (IPSS), which aids in resilience planning by performing specific functions tailored to climate adaptation. Resilient Analytics has collaborated with over 50 countries and various entities, from local governments to international organizations, to identify climate change impacts and develop actionable plans for adaptation, ultimately enabling clients to better understand and manage climate-related risks.

CalWave

Grant in 2023
CalWave focuses on developing innovative ocean wave technologies to provide reliable and cost-effective renewable energy solutions. Its proprietary wave energy converter operates fully submerged, ensuring high performance and durability in extreme weather conditions. By harnessing the energy of ocean waves, CalWave's technology converts this energy into electricity and freshwater. Given the consistent and predictable nature of wave power, it has the potential to meet 20-30% of global energy demand. CalWave aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, targeting a displacement of 500 million tons annually by 2050. This technology could potentially power over 100 million homes in the United States, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.

TerraCity

Grant in 2023
Terracity empowers a net-zero future by building technologies to ensure a sustainable future for everyone.

Veritel Energy

Grant in 2023
Veritel Energy focuses on enhancing energy efficiency in multifamily residences by implementing strategies to reduce energy, water, and waste consumption. This approach not only lowers operating costs but also boosts property values and marketability. Additionally, Veritel Energy has developed a renewable energy billing and accounting platform tailored for landlords and tenants. This platform facilitates utility billing management and tracks the impact of carbon offset initiatives. It also provides preferential financing options to alleviate initial investment costs and offers comprehensive solutions that include design, supply chain management, installation, and commissioning of renewable energy systems. Through these efforts, Veritel Energy aims to support the decarbonization of the electrical grid and promote access to renewable energy in underserved communities.

Creekside Environmental Products

Grant in 2023
Creekside Environmental Products specializes in the manufacture of environmentally friendly solutions for a range of industries, such as food, beverage, and personal care. The company's offerings include products designed for applications like water quality monitoring, soil testing, and air pollution analysis. By providing these tools, Creekside Environmental Products aids businesses in minimizing their environmental impact, supporting sustainability efforts across various sectors.

River Connectivity Systems

Grant in 2023
River Connectivity Systems is an innovative technology that may enhance sustainable energy generation that promotes river restoration and conservation.

Universal Schedule and Booking

Grant in 2023
Universal Schedule and Booking is an impact tech firm that develops technologies to help accomplish the Sustainable Development Goals on a targeted basis. Technology alters the equation of how value is created.

EVOLOH

Grant in 2023
EvolOH is a company focused on developing advanced electrolyzer technology aimed at reducing the costs associated with green hydrogen production. Its innovative approach addresses significant challenges in the field, such as the use of corrosive liquid electrolytes and the need for expensive materials. By providing a low-cost system, EvolOH enables clients to produce clean hydrogen fuel and feedstock, promoting sustainability across various industries. The company's technology is designed to facilitate the affordable and efficient generation of green hydrogen, contributing to the transition towards more sustainable energy solutions.

Dioxide Materials

Grant in 2023
Dioxide Materials is focused on creating sustainable solutions through innovative green technology aimed at addressing climate change. The company specializes in developing systems that recycle waste carbon dioxide into fuels and chemicals, thereby helping to reduce the global carbon footprint. Key products include Sustainion membranes and ionomers, which function as both catalysts and electrolytes in various electrochemical cells and electrolyzers. These technologies facilitate the production of renewable syngas and enable the conversion of air, water, and renewable energy into renewable gasoline. By providing efficient solutions for clean energy production, Dioxide Materials supports the transition to a low-carbon economy and contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

WeNeW Carbology

Grant in 2023
WeNeW Carbology produces diesel sustainably, with zero net greenhouse gas emissions.

RiKarbon

Grant in 2023
RiKarbon is a green-tech company focused on creating renewable products by utilizing captured carbon emissions and minimizing waste through innovative technologies. It develops sustainable lubricants from plant scraps, natural feedstocks, and oils, providing renewable alternatives to petroleum-based resources. These products serve both domestic and international markets in specialty and performance chemicals, finding applications in skin lotions, sunscreens, food processing, and hydropower production. By enhancing economic value and promoting energy security, RiKarbon aims to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Låkril Technologies

Grant in 2023
Låkril Technologies focuses on promoting sustainability in chemical production by developing and selling acrylics, as well as licensing related catalyst and process technologies. The company specializes in the catalytic dehydration of α-hydroxy acids, which allows for the production of sustainable, bio-based acrylic acid. This innovation enables clients to obtain cost-effective acrylate derivatives that serve as eco-friendly alternatives in various industries, including paints, coatings, adhesives, and superabsorbents. Through its efforts, Låkril Technologies aims to enhance the sustainability of chemical processes while providing valuable solutions to its clients.

MOVA Technologies

Grant in 2023
MOVA Technologies, LLC is a privately-held company based in Pulaski, Virginia, focused on developing innovative technologies to reduce carbon emissions in the energy sector. Established in 2016, MOVA holds multiple patents for its sustainable air emissions platform, which recycles pollutants for industrial reuse. The company's modular system is applicable across various sectors, targeting direct air capture, carbon capture, and diffuse emissions from agriculture. By employing a circular economy model, MOVA transforms pollutants into valuable commodities, enabling clients to enhance their environmental stewardship while also creating new revenue opportunities. The technology is designed to improve the efficiency of carbon-based fuel facilities through clean filtration practices, allowing clients to filter out gaseous and solid pollutants effectively.

BladeRunner Energy

Grant in 2023
BladeRunner Energy B.V., founded in 2014 and based in Arnhem, the Netherlands, specializes in developing sustainable energy solutions for emerging markets and remote regions. The company has created a scalable micro-hydro technology called BladeRunner, which features a proprietary rotor and a flexible power takeoff configuration. This innovative design allows the generator and power electronics to be positioned above the water, enhancing operational efficiency and resilience. By harnessing renewable energy from the natural flow of water, BladeRunner Energy aims to facilitate a transition towards sustainable power generation, improve energy access, and promote environmental accountability within communities.

Rockytech

Grant in 2023
Rockytech manufacturers of plastics sustainability, from early feedstock selection to responsible end-of-life solutions.

MicroBio Engineering

Grant in 2023
MicroBio Engineering, Inc. is a consulting and engineering firm focused on the design and construction of algae ponds for various applications, including wastewater reclamation, biofuel production, microalgae feeds, and specialty products. The company employs its expertise in microalgae biotechnology to support clients in advancing algae biomass technologies, aiming to create sustainable solutions in these sectors. By providing specialized engineering services, MicroBio Engineering facilitates the development of efficient systems that leverage algae for environmental and commercial benefits.

Mattiq

Grant in 2023
Mattiq is a sustainable materials design and development company that operates a transformative platform aimed at decarbonizing essential building blocks for various industries. By integrating materials science, chemistry, and artificial intelligence, Mattiq creates innovative solutions that support the circular economy. This approach helps businesses decrease their dependence on fossil fuels, reduce waste, and develop more sustainable products and processes, ultimately contributing to a greener future.
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