IntelePeer
Venture Round in 2024
IntelePeer is a communications automation platform that utilizes generative AI to enhance customer interactions for businesses. By offering a cloud-based Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), the company provides on-demand IP communications and SIP trunking services tailored for enterprises. IntelePeer's platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, allowing businesses to streamline their communication processes across multiple channels. Its focus on automation not only reduces operational costs but also improves customer experience by delivering efficient and effective communication solutions. The incorporation of AI and analytics further enhances the platform's capabilities, enabling clients to achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction and engagement.
Pica8 Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops systems and database management software for networking solutions. The company's key products include AmpCon, a tool for automated switch orchestration, configuration, and management, and PicOS, a network operating system designed for white box switches. Pica8's technology enables the integration of various white box and brite box switches with existing layer-2/layer-3 networks, enhancing scalability through OpenFlow. The company aims to fulfill the promise of true software-defined networking (SDN) by providing open, hardware-independent switching systems that offer greater flexibility, adaptability, and cost savings for cloud and virtualized applications. Pica8 markets its products globally through authorized resellers.
1366 Technologies
Series E in 2019
1366 Technologies Inc., established in 2008, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and supply of silicon wafers for solar cell applications. Based in Bedford, Massachusetts, with additional facilities in Shanghai, China, and Mumbai, India, the company produces both 3D direct wafers and conventional silicon solar wafers. Through strategic partnerships with Hanwha Q CELLS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., 1366 Technologies supplies its products to major players in the solar industry. Its proprietary technology enables the production of silicon wafers directly from molten silicon, resulting in lower costs, reduced energy requirements, and improved uniformity compared to traditional methods. This allows businesses to create more efficient and cost-effective solar cells.
Ostara
Venture Round in 2019
Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. is a pioneer in the wastewater treatment industry, focusing on the recovery and recycling of nutrients from wastewater. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company effectively removes polluting nutrients and transforms them into a high-value, environmentally safe commercial fertilizer. Ostara specializes in manufacturing phosphate fertilizers that deliver essential nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium, and nitrogen in slow-release granules. This innovative approach not only helps growers improve crop yields and enhance soil health but also significantly reduces nutrient runoff and phosphorus tie-up, thereby contributing to food security and the protection of local waterways from pollution. With its successfully scaled and commercially deployed technology, Ostara is well-positioned for growth in this expanding market.
Vionx Energy
Venture Round in 2018
Vionx Energy Corporation is a manufacturer of vanadium redox flow batteries, specializing in energy storage solutions designed for various applications, including renewable energy integration, electric vehicle charging, and industrial and commercial microgrids. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers a comprehensive system that includes energy storage, power conditioning, system control, and thermal management subsystems. Vionx Energy's products are characterized by their long run-time and cost-competitive operation, with a product life exceeding 20 years and no performance degradation. The VIONX VNX product family features a modular architecture that meets grid reliability standards, having demonstrated significant durability with stack life of up to 40 years. The company also provides factory start-up, preventive maintenance, and operational training services, ensuring safe and reliable energy storage solutions for its clients.
IntelePeer
Debt Financing in 2018
IntelePeer is a communications automation platform that utilizes generative AI to enhance customer interactions for businesses. By offering a cloud-based Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), the company provides on-demand IP communications and SIP trunking services tailored for enterprises. IntelePeer's platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, allowing businesses to streamline their communication processes across multiple channels. Its focus on automation not only reduces operational costs but also improves customer experience by delivering efficient and effective communication solutions. The incorporation of AI and analytics further enhances the platform's capabilities, enabling clients to achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction and engagement.
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2016
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2004 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company’s lead investigational therapy, NP001, targets chronic neurological conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis by regulating activated macrophages. Neuraltus has a robust pipeline that includes three clinical-stage programs aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, which also encompass dyskinesias associated with Parkinson's treatment and lysosomal storage disorders like Fabry's and Gaucher's diseases. Each program represents a unique approach with the potential to offer first-in-class treatment options for these challenging conditions, highlighting Neuraltus’s commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for patients suffering from neurodegenerative disorders.
Talix
Venture Round in 2016
Talix, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for patient data analytics aimed at healthcare providers, health plans, and accountable care organizations. Founded in 2014, Talix's offerings include the Talix HealthData Engine, which utilizes advanced natural language processing, machine learning, and a comprehensive medical taxonomy to analyze both structured and unstructured patient data from electronic medical records. The company's flagship products, such as Coding InSight for Healthcare Providers and Coding InSight for Payers, are designed to enhance coding efficiency, identify high-risk patients, and optimize risk-adjusted coding. These solutions provide actionable insights that improve patient outcomes, increase reimbursement accuracy, and reduce costs, ultimately supporting organizations in navigating the complexities of value-based healthcare.
Vionx Energy
Venture Round in 2015
Vionx Energy Corporation is a manufacturer of vanadium redox flow batteries, specializing in energy storage solutions designed for various applications, including renewable energy integration, electric vehicle charging, and industrial and commercial microgrids. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers a comprehensive system that includes energy storage, power conditioning, system control, and thermal management subsystems. Vionx Energy's products are characterized by their long run-time and cost-competitive operation, with a product life exceeding 20 years and no performance degradation. The VIONX VNX product family features a modular architecture that meets grid reliability standards, having demonstrated significant durability with stack life of up to 40 years. The company also provides factory start-up, preventive maintenance, and operational training services, ensuring safe and reliable energy storage solutions for its clients.
eDo Interactive
Series E in 2015
eDo Interactive is a company that specializes in a card-linked offer platform designed to connect online advertising with in-store results. The platform allows users to personalize offers, which are then automatically accessible through credit cards, debit cards, and mobile devices. By leveraging partnerships with banks, eDo Interactive enables targeted advertising that seamlessly integrates with consumer payment methods. The company operates at the intersection of payments and advertising, addressing key trends in digital marketing, personalization, and mobile technology. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, eDo Interactive also maintains offices in Chicago, New York City, and Atlanta.
Pica8 Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops systems and database management software for networking solutions. The company's key products include AmpCon, a tool for automated switch orchestration, configuration, and management, and PicOS, a network operating system designed for white box switches. Pica8's technology enables the integration of various white box and brite box switches with existing layer-2/layer-3 networks, enhancing scalability through OpenFlow. The company aims to fulfill the promise of true software-defined networking (SDN) by providing open, hardware-independent switching systems that offer greater flexibility, adaptability, and cost savings for cloud and virtualized applications. Pica8 markets its products globally through authorized resellers.
Liquid Light
Series B in 2014
Liquid Light Corporation is a Monmouth Junction, New Jersey-based company that specializes in developing and licensing innovative technology for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2008, the company utilizes a low-energy catalytic electrochemistry process to efficiently transform CO2 into multi-carbon chemicals, such as ethylene glycol. This patent-pending electrocatalytic platform allows for the use of low-cost inputs and promotes long-term pricing stability, enabling industries to turn an environmental waste into a profitable resource. By harnessing its technology, Liquid Light aims to help customers lower production costs, reduce reliance on volatile petroleum feedstocks, and minimize their carbon footprint, thereby contributing to more sustainable industrial practices.
VeriSilicon
Venture Round in 2014
VeriSilicon, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, is a semiconductor company specializing in custom silicon solutions and system-on-chip (SoC) turnkey services. It offers a wide range of services, including the design and manufacture of memory chips, and provides licensable digital signal processing cores, Hantro Video IPs, and eDRAM. VeriSilicon caters to diverse industries such as smartphones, media tablets, HDTVs, set-top boxes, and data centers, targeting advanced process technologies like 28nm and FD-SOI. The company's portfolio includes five types of in-house processor IPs and over 1,400 analog and mixed signal IPs and RF IPs, enabling it to deliver comprehensive, customized silicon solutions.
Next Step Living
Series D in 2014
Next Step Living provides home energy evaluations and solutions for individuals and organizations. It offers energy assessment and diagnostics, air sealing and insulation, and multi-family retrofit services. The company also provides customized solutions, such as HVAC repair and replacement, window replacement and installation, solar or geothermal systems installation, building automation, interior and exterior lighting design, and custom retrofit services. Its sustainability solutions include water efficiency and purification, landscape design and management, and indoor air quality services. The company provides assessment and diagnostic processes to heating and cooling, domestic hot water, and electricity and lighting needs. Next Step Living partners with more than 400 municipalities, civic organizations, contractors, and corporations to deliver energy-efficient and environmental-friendly solutions to its customers. Those solutions include home energy assessments, weatherization work, energy-efficient windows, efficient heating, and cooling solutions, and access to solar solutions. Next Step Living was founded in 2008 by Geoff Chapin and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Innovari, Inc. is an interactive energy solutions company that serves the utility industry both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, with additional offices in Colombia and a technology center in Bengaluru, India, Innovari aims to enhance the energy value chain through its Interactive Energy Platform. This platform integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and big-data analytics to optimize energy management. It facilitates demand-side management, grid system optimization, and the integration of distributed energy resources, while also enhancing customer engagement. By connecting utilities, energy consumers, and technology providers, Innovari seeks to improve financial performance and operational efficiency across diverse energy portfolios, regardless of location or utility service provider.
Amprius Technologies
Series C in 2014
Amprius Technologies, established in 2008 and headquartered in Fremont, California, specializes in manufacturing and distributing high-energy density lithium-ion batteries. The company's core technology, developed at Stanford University, utilizes silicon anodes to significantly enhance the energy density and specific energy of batteries. Amprius serves the aerospace, defense, and electric vehicle industries, with all its revenues generated within the United States. Its products are designed for existing and emerging aviation applications, including unmanned aerial systems.
1366 Technologies
Series C in 2013
1366 Technologies Inc., established in 2008, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and supply of silicon wafers for solar cell applications. Based in Bedford, Massachusetts, with additional facilities in Shanghai, China, and Mumbai, India, the company produces both 3D direct wafers and conventional silicon solar wafers. Through strategic partnerships with Hanwha Q CELLS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., 1366 Technologies supplies its products to major players in the solar industry. Its proprietary technology enables the production of silicon wafers directly from molten silicon, resulting in lower costs, reduced energy requirements, and improved uniformity compared to traditional methods. This allows businesses to create more efficient and cost-effective solar cells.
IntelePeer
Series D in 2013
IntelePeer is a communications automation platform that utilizes generative AI to enhance customer interactions for businesses. By offering a cloud-based Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), the company provides on-demand IP communications and SIP trunking services tailored for enterprises. IntelePeer's platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, allowing businesses to streamline their communication processes across multiple channels. Its focus on automation not only reduces operational costs but also improves customer experience by delivering efficient and effective communication solutions. The incorporation of AI and analytics further enhances the platform's capabilities, enabling clients to achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction and engagement.
eDo Interactive
Venture Round in 2013
eDo Interactive is a company that specializes in a card-linked offer platform designed to connect online advertising with in-store results. The platform allows users to personalize offers, which are then automatically accessible through credit cards, debit cards, and mobile devices. By leveraging partnerships with banks, eDo Interactive enables targeted advertising that seamlessly integrates with consumer payment methods. The company operates at the intersection of payments and advertising, addressing key trends in digital marketing, personalization, and mobile technology. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, eDo Interactive also maintains offices in Chicago, New York City, and Atlanta.
Ostara
Venture Round in 2013
Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. is a pioneer in the wastewater treatment industry, focusing on the recovery and recycling of nutrients from wastewater. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company effectively removes polluting nutrients and transforms them into a high-value, environmentally safe commercial fertilizer. Ostara specializes in manufacturing phosphate fertilizers that deliver essential nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium, and nitrogen in slow-release granules. This innovative approach not only helps growers improve crop yields and enhance soil health but also significantly reduces nutrient runoff and phosphorus tie-up, thereby contributing to food security and the protection of local waterways from pollution. With its successfully scaled and commercially deployed technology, Ostara is well-positioned for growth in this expanding market.
Liquid Robotics
Series E in 2013
Liquid Robotics Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of the Wave Glider, an innovative unmanned surface robot designed for real-time ocean data collection and communication. This technology enables long-duration missions in various sectors, including defense, environmental monitoring, maritime domain awareness, and oil and gas exploration. The Wave Glider is powered by both wave energy and solar power, allowing it to operate without the need for manpower, refueling, or emissions. It effectively connects subsea data to satellites and land, facilitating a comprehensive ocean network. The company also provides a range of services, including mission planning, operation, and reporting. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Liquid Robotics has garnered multiple accolades for its technological advancements and contributions to oceanic research. As of December 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of The Boeing Company.
Evolv is a big data company that helps solve workforce performance issues for the C-suite by utilizing a configurable cloud services platform. Evolv's patent-pending technology platform unifies and supplements existing data from current systems, then utilizes that dataset to identify fact-based workforce insights that drive measurable ROI. By using objective, data-driven methodology, Evolv helps companies uncover the core reasons behind workforce performance, enabling executives to make better operational business decisions that generally result in tens of millions of dollars in measureable value per year.
Spanfeller Media Group
Venture Round in 2013
Spanfeller Media Group, Inc. is a content-focused media company based in New York, founded in 2010. It operates notable online platforms, including The Daily Meal, which specializes in food-related content, and The Active Times, dedicated to sports and fitness. The company aims to revolutionize the creation, sharing, and monetization of premium content by leveraging its expertise in digital media. Spanfeller Media Group offers a range of services, including content creation, digital content aggregation, curation, and online advertising revenue generation. Additionally, the company is focused on launching new websites that cater to niche vertical content areas that lack dominant players in the market.
ChaCha
Venture Round in 2013
ChaCha is a leading real-time question-and-answer service that allows users to obtain fast, free answers through various platforms, including SMS, mobile apps, and voice services. Since its launch, the service has answered over two billion questions from more than 32 million unique users each month, establishing itself as a top destination for online information. ChaCha's "ask-a-smart-friend" model combines human expertise with technology, providing users with personalized responses in a conversational format. The company collaborates with major brands across various industries, including entertainment, consumer goods, and political campaigns, making it one of the fastest-growing mobile and online publishers. Co-founded by entrepreneur Scott Jones, ChaCha has gained recognition for its innovative approach to answering questions and engaging audiences.
PulsePoint
Venture Round in 2013
PulsePoint is a data and technology company focused on providing programmatic solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company aims to enhance the personalization of information and improve health outcomes through its advanced advertising technology platform. By leveraging programmatic automation, PulsePoint interprets complex customer journey signals, facilitating a better understanding of the connections between relevance and engagement. This capability allows healthcare organizations to deliver personalized health information efficiently and effectively. Through its suite of tools, PulsePoint empowers clients to activate health options seamlessly, fostering meaningful connections with consumers and healthcare professionals while enhancing the overall delivery of care and support.
Pica8 Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops systems and database management software for networking solutions. The company's key products include AmpCon, a tool for automated switch orchestration, configuration, and management, and PicOS, a network operating system designed for white box switches. Pica8's technology enables the integration of various white box and brite box switches with existing layer-2/layer-3 networks, enhancing scalability through OpenFlow. The company aims to fulfill the promise of true software-defined networking (SDN) by providing open, hardware-independent switching systems that offer greater flexibility, adaptability, and cost savings for cloud and virtualized applications. Pica8 markets its products globally through authorized resellers.
Tendril
Venture Round in 2012
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.
Next Step Living
Series C in 2012
Next Step Living provides home energy evaluations and solutions for individuals and organizations. It offers energy assessment and diagnostics, air sealing and insulation, and multi-family retrofit services. The company also provides customized solutions, such as HVAC repair and replacement, window replacement and installation, solar or geothermal systems installation, building automation, interior and exterior lighting design, and custom retrofit services. Its sustainability solutions include water efficiency and purification, landscape design and management, and indoor air quality services. The company provides assessment and diagnostic processes to heating and cooling, domestic hot water, and electricity and lighting needs. Next Step Living partners with more than 400 municipalities, civic organizations, contractors, and corporations to deliver energy-efficient and environmental-friendly solutions to its customers. Those solutions include home energy assessments, weatherization work, energy-efficient windows, efficient heating, and cooling solutions, and access to solar solutions. Next Step Living was founded in 2008 by Geoff Chapin and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Livescribe
Venture Round in 2012
Livescribe, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, specializing in the design and manufacture of smartpens that facilitate the capture, search, and sharing of handwritten notes on digital devices. Founded in 2007, the company offers a range of smartpens, including the Sky Wi-Fi smartpen, which transfers recorded notes and audio to cloud accounts for access on various devices, and the Echo smartpen, which connects to computers via USB for interactive note transfer. Additionally, the Livescribe 3 smartpen utilizes Bluetooth technology to send written data to smartphones and tablets. Livescribe's products cater to a diverse audience, including students, educators, and professionals, aiding them in capturing and sharing their written and auditory experiences. The company also provides associated products such as dot paper, ink, and accessories through online channels. Livescribe operates as a subsidiary of Anoto Group AB.
BrightSource
Series F in 2012
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
ByteLight
Seed Round in 2012
ByteLight is a company specializing in location-based marketing solutions tailored for large retail environments. Utilizing LED-based indoor positioning technology, ByteLight enables retailers to accurately determine consumer locations within their stores. This technology leverages existing lighting infrastructure to provide precise information and deliver hyper-targeted content directly to shoppers' smartphones, based on their exact location in the store. By eliminating the need for additional hardware such as batteries or beacons, ByteLight offers a seamless consumer engagement platform that enhances the shopping experience through personalized interactions.
eDo Interactive
Series C in 2012
eDo Interactive is a company that specializes in a card-linked offer platform designed to connect online advertising with in-store results. The platform allows users to personalize offers, which are then automatically accessible through credit cards, debit cards, and mobile devices. By leveraging partnerships with banks, eDo Interactive enables targeted advertising that seamlessly integrates with consumer payment methods. The company operates at the intersection of payments and advertising, addressing key trends in digital marketing, personalization, and mobile technology. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, eDo Interactive also maintains offices in Chicago, New York City, and Atlanta.
Genomatica
Series D in 2012
Genomatica, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development of manufacturing processes for intermediate and basic chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks. Founded in 1998, the company utilizes its proprietary biotechnology platform to create fermentation-based processes and to engineer microorganisms that facilitate the conversion of these feedstocks into essential chemicals. Genomatica has successfully commercialized processes for chemicals such as butanediol, which is used in biodegradable plastics and apparel, and butylene glycol, commonly found in cosmetics and personal care products. The company is also actively working on bio-nylon and has developed a pipeline targeting the production of 20 different chemicals. Recognized for its innovative technologies, Genomatica has received numerous accolades, including the Kirkpatrick Award for outstanding chemical engineering technology and the ICIS Innovation Award for its Brontide butylene glycol.
Identified
Series B in 2012
Identified is a big data and analytics company that specializes in transforming social data from platforms like Facebook into professional intelligence for individuals and organizations. Founded in 2009 by Stanford MBA students Adeyemi Ajao and Brendan Wallace as a research project, Identified launched its beta product in September 2011 and quickly attracted over 10 million users. The company offers an online job searching network where users can create professional profiles and engage in a gamified experience to track and quantify their career development. Additionally, Identified provides a healthcare recruiting service. With a team of approximately 40 employees, the company is headquartered in San Francisco's China Basin.
Ostara
Venture Round in 2012
Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. is a pioneer in the wastewater treatment industry, focusing on the recovery and recycling of nutrients from wastewater. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company effectively removes polluting nutrients and transforms them into a high-value, environmentally safe commercial fertilizer. Ostara specializes in manufacturing phosphate fertilizers that deliver essential nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium, and nitrogen in slow-release granules. This innovative approach not only helps growers improve crop yields and enhance soil health but also significantly reduces nutrient runoff and phosphorus tie-up, thereby contributing to food security and the protection of local waterways from pollution. With its successfully scaled and commercially deployed technology, Ostara is well-positioned for growth in this expanding market.
Adura Technologies
Series B in 2012
Adura Technologies is an energy management company that specializes in wireless lighting and energy management systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs for existing buildings. The company utilizes low-power wireless mesh networking to deliver innovative solutions in the lighting controls market. In addition to its technology offerings, Adura Technologies also designs, manufactures, and commissions customized lighting management solutions, ensuring that its clients benefit from tailored energy-saving strategies. Through its comprehensive approach, the company seeks to optimize energy use and improve overall operational efficiency in various commercial settings.
EndPlay is a prominent provider of cloud-based software solutions focused on content management, engagement, and monetization. Utilizing its proprietary 'Intelligent Rendering' technology, EndPlay offers a comprehensive platform that enables clients to efficiently create, manage, and deliver content optimized for a variety of devices. The company's architecture is designed for extensibility and integrates seamlessly with various partners, allowing clients to effectively navigate the challenges of Big Data and dynamic content environments. EndPlay serves a diverse range of enterprise clients across sectors such as media, entertainment, consumer packaged goods, and education, offering robust support through its experienced Client Services team. This team assists with collaboration, implementation, and optimization of EndPlay solutions, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. In addition to its innovative offerings, EndPlay provides training and support services, including certification programs that enhance platform productivity. Headquartered in Los Angeles, EndPlay is expanding its presence with regional offices in Florida and New Jersey, and is also looking to grow in European and Asian markets.
Cobalt Technologies
Venture Round in 2012
Cobalt Technologies is a biotechnology company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company specializes in developing innovative technologies for the production of biofuels, particularly focusing on next-generation bio n-butanol. Cobalt's advancements enable the creation of low-cost, commercial-scale biobutanol, which serves as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products. This bio-based chemical can be utilized in a wide range of applications, including fuels, jet fuel, bio-based plastics, synthetic rubber, paints, adhesives, and solvents. By providing cost-effective substitutes to traditional petroleum-derived chemicals, Cobalt Technologies aims to contribute to cleaner burning fuels and a reduced environmental impact.
Direct Flow Medical
Venture Round in 2012
Direct Flow Medical is a medical device company specializing in the development of innovative transcatheter aortic valve replacement systems aimed at treating heart valve diseases. The company's primary focus is on creating a percutaneous aortic tissue valve prosthesis, which offers patients suffering from cardiac valve insufficiency a safe and effective treatment option. With approximately 1.2 million individuals over the age of 65 affected by calcified aortic valves, and only about 150,000 receiving surgical intervention annually, Direct Flow Medical addresses a significant gap in patient care. Their technology allows heart surgeons to conduct repeated assessments of hemodynamic performance prior to final implantation, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and minimizing complications associated with invasive surgeries.
InvestLab
Series A in 2012
InvestLab is a financial services technology company established in 2010, focusing on the global investing market. The company offers a customizable trading platform known as MIX, delivered through a software as a service model, specifically designed for retail brokerages. This platform empowers brokers to access a wide range of global markets, facilitating trades in equities, options, and commodities. In addition to trading capabilities, InvestLab provides an investing website that incorporates sentiment analysis to evaluate and rank individual stocks. The company's services are tailored to meet the needs of individual investors and small to mid-sized brokers, ensuring they can effectively navigate the complexities of the financial landscape.
MiaSolé
Debt Financing in 2012
MiaSole is a pioneer in the development of Copper Indium Gallium Selenide (CIGS) thin film photovoltaic products. Their goal is to enable grid parity solar energy by 2012 through high volume manufacturing of low cost solar modules.
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2012
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2004 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company’s lead investigational therapy, NP001, targets chronic neurological conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis by regulating activated macrophages. Neuraltus has a robust pipeline that includes three clinical-stage programs aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, which also encompass dyskinesias associated with Parkinson's treatment and lysosomal storage disorders like Fabry's and Gaucher's diseases. Each program represents a unique approach with the potential to offer first-in-class treatment options for these challenging conditions, highlighting Neuraltus’s commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for patients suffering from neurodegenerative disorders.
Liquid Light
Series A in 2011
Liquid Light Corporation is a Monmouth Junction, New Jersey-based company that specializes in developing and licensing innovative technology for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2008, the company utilizes a low-energy catalytic electrochemistry process to efficiently transform CO2 into multi-carbon chemicals, such as ethylene glycol. This patent-pending electrocatalytic platform allows for the use of low-cost inputs and promotes long-term pricing stability, enabling industries to turn an environmental waste into a profitable resource. By harnessing its technology, Liquid Light aims to help customers lower production costs, reduce reliance on volatile petroleum feedstocks, and minimize their carbon footprint, thereby contributing to more sustainable industrial practices.
Better Place
Series C in 2011
Better Place, an electric vehicle services provider, builds and operates an infrastructure and intelligent network to deliver services to drivers for the adoption of electric vehicles and optimization of energy use in North America, Japan, Australia, China, Denmark, and Israel. Its infrastructure and intelligent network provides electric car drivers with access to a network of charge spots, battery switch stations, and systems that optimize the driving experience. Better Place has a strategic partnership with Renault. Shai Agassi and Quin Garcia founded it on October 29, 2007, with its headquarters in Palo Alto in California. Better Place has operations in Israel, Denmark, and Australia. It filed for bankruptcy in November 2013.
BridgeLux
Venture Round in 2011
Bridgelux, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting technologies headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in high-power, energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) solutions. Its product portfolio includes LED arrays, chips, subsystems, and surface mounts, catering to various applications such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and outdoor lighting. Bridgelux aims to replace traditional lighting technologies, like incandescent and fluorescent lamps, with advanced solid-state products that offer enhanced performance and significant energy savings. The company also provides testing, application engineering, and reference design services to support its customers in implementing these technologies. With strategic partnerships with industry leaders, Bridgelux is committed to driving innovation and contributing to global clean energy initiatives.
RecordSetter
Series A in 2011
RecordSetter, LLC is an interactive media company that operates a social media platform dedicated to inventing, breaking, and discussing world records. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, the company hosts a user-generated database containing over 40,000 videos submitted from more than 95 countries. RecordSetter differentiates itself from traditional record-keeping organizations by embracing a collaborative approach, allowing anyone to create and share their own records. In addition to its extensive online presence, the company has ventured into original content production, launching series such as RecordSetter Kids in partnership with DreamWorks TV. RecordSetter's influence has been recognized in various media outlets, and notable personalities such as Jimmy Fallon and Shaquille O'Neal are among its world record holders. The company continues to seek new avenues for showcasing human achievement through its platform.
Greenangel Energy
Series A in 2011
GreenAngel Energy specializes in angel investments focused on early-stage green energy technology ventures. The company targets opportunities that demonstrate significant potential for commercial success within a specified timeframe. By concentrating on sustainable innovations, GreenAngel Energy aims to support the development of environmentally friendly technologies while fostering a positive impact on the energy sector.
Light-Based Technologies
Series B in 2011
Light-Based Technology delivers disruptive linear technologies for the control of solid state lighting products. Their solutions are easy to implement and very efficient. They can help you reduce the strain on natural resources from the materials required to manufacture your products while adding beneficial features.
TouchTunes Music Company
Venture Round in 2011
TouchTunes is a leading provider of interactive entertainment solutions for social venues, primarily bars and restaurants, across North America and Europe. Established in 1998, the company revolutionized the music experience with its digital jukebox, which allows patrons to pay for and select songs from a vast library. TouchTunes has expanded its offerings to include karaoke and photo booth functionalities, enhancing the entertainment experience in public spaces. Through its mobile app, users can easily locate nearby venues and control the music directly from their devices. With a commitment to innovation, TouchTunes serves over 75,000 locations, providing not only entertainment but also digital advertising and sponsorship opportunities across its multi-platform network. The company is privately held and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Chicago, Montreal, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Spanfeller Media Group
Series B in 2011
Spanfeller Media Group, Inc. is a content-focused media company based in New York, founded in 2010. It operates notable online platforms, including The Daily Meal, which specializes in food-related content, and The Active Times, dedicated to sports and fitness. The company aims to revolutionize the creation, sharing, and monetization of premium content by leveraging its expertise in digital media. Spanfeller Media Group offers a range of services, including content creation, digital content aggregation, curation, and online advertising revenue generation. Additionally, the company is focused on launching new websites that cater to niche vertical content areas that lack dominant players in the market.
eDo Interactive
Series B in 2011
eDo Interactive is a company that specializes in a card-linked offer platform designed to connect online advertising with in-store results. The platform allows users to personalize offers, which are then automatically accessible through credit cards, debit cards, and mobile devices. By leveraging partnerships with banks, eDo Interactive enables targeted advertising that seamlessly integrates with consumer payment methods. The company operates at the intersection of payments and advertising, addressing key trends in digital marketing, personalization, and mobile technology. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, eDo Interactive also maintains offices in Chicago, New York City, and Atlanta.
BridgeLux
Series E in 2011
Bridgelux, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting technologies headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in high-power, energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) solutions. Its product portfolio includes LED arrays, chips, subsystems, and surface mounts, catering to various applications such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and outdoor lighting. Bridgelux aims to replace traditional lighting technologies, like incandescent and fluorescent lamps, with advanced solid-state products that offer enhanced performance and significant energy savings. The company also provides testing, application engineering, and reference design services to support its customers in implementing these technologies. With strategic partnerships with industry leaders, Bridgelux is committed to driving innovation and contributing to global clean energy initiatives.
Liquid Robotics
Series D in 2011
Liquid Robotics Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of the Wave Glider, an innovative unmanned surface robot designed for real-time ocean data collection and communication. This technology enables long-duration missions in various sectors, including defense, environmental monitoring, maritime domain awareness, and oil and gas exploration. The Wave Glider is powered by both wave energy and solar power, allowing it to operate without the need for manpower, refueling, or emissions. It effectively connects subsea data to satellites and land, facilitating a comprehensive ocean network. The company also provides a range of services, including mission planning, operation, and reporting. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Liquid Robotics has garnered multiple accolades for its technological advancements and contributions to oceanic research. As of December 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of The Boeing Company.
Cobalt Technologies
Series D in 2011
Cobalt Technologies is a biotechnology company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company specializes in developing innovative technologies for the production of biofuels, particularly focusing on next-generation bio n-butanol. Cobalt's advancements enable the creation of low-cost, commercial-scale biobutanol, which serves as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products. This bio-based chemical can be utilized in a wide range of applications, including fuels, jet fuel, bio-based plastics, synthetic rubber, paints, adhesives, and solvents. By providing cost-effective substitutes to traditional petroleum-derived chemicals, Cobalt Technologies aims to contribute to cleaner burning fuels and a reduced environmental impact.
BrightSource
Series E in 2011
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Vook, formerly known as Pronoun, is a publishing company offering digital and print book creation, distribution, cover design, and copy editing services. They leverage technology and data to assist authors in publishing swiftly, marketing effectively, and retaining creative and financial autonomy over their works.
Trilliant
Venture Round in 2010
Trilliant is a prominent provider of intelligent network solutions that facilitate the transition to a Smart Grid. Established in 1985, the company specializes in advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), demand response, and grid management solutions, combining hardware, software, and services to create a comprehensive smart grid ecosystem. Trilliant's offerings include installation, program management, and meter revenue cycle services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of utility companies. The company provides a wide range of flexible options, from meter and network infrastructures to full or hybrid outsourcing models. Its smart grid communications platform supports various applications, such as power outage reporting, time-of-use billing, and power quality monitoring, enabling utility operators to optimize asset management and grid performance. Trilliant serves over 100 utility customers, including major names like Duke Energy and Hydro Quebec, and operates as a privately owned entity.
REAC Fuel
Series B in 2010
REAC Fuel is a cleantech company based in Lund, Sweden, specializing in innovative biofuel production technologies. The company has developed a thermo-chemical technology platform that efficiently converts lignocellulosic biomass and cellulose-containing waste streams into sugars, chemicals, and liquid fuels. This process enables the sustainable generation of biofuels, positioning REAC Fuel as a key player in the transition towards renewable energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Through its advanced extraction methods, the company aims to contribute to a greener future by providing alternative feedstocks for various chemical and liquid fuel applications.
AlertMe.com Ltd. offers an open, cloud-based platform called Omnia that connects a variety of devices and appliances to enable users to monitor, control, and automate their homes in Europe and the United States. The platform integrates multiple devices, services, and data, creating a cohesive ecosystem for home automation. Key offerings include Energy Analytics, which assists customers in understanding their energy usage and bills, and Home Energy Control, which manages heating, cooling, and connected appliances for enhanced efficiency. Additionally, the Home Automation solution allows users to customize interactions among connected devices, such as sensors, cameras, locks, and lighting. Founded in 2006 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, AlertMe was acquired by British Gas Services Limited. The company's technology aims to simplify the connected home experience, making it affordable and reliable for users while promoting energy savings and sustainability.
glō is a venture-backed company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced LED display products using nanotechnology. The unique nanotechnology is based on 11 years of research at Lund University’s Nanometer Structure Consortium. Headed by Professor Lars Samuelson, one of the world’s leading scientists in this field, who has published more than 500 papers related to this technology. glō's first office is in Lund, Sweden, where basic material research continues for the next generation nanotechnology. glō's research and product development along with pilot fabrication operation is carried out at glō-USA in Sunnyvale, California. In 2016, glō established an Asia office in Taipei, Taiwan, one of the largest and fastest-growing regions for LED lighting and display applications. glō's technology sidesteps the technical limitations of current planar LED technology. It allows for the creation of highly efficient, stable and ultimately unique red, green, blue (RGB) emitters out of one material system. It aims to achieve the industry’s best color stability and ultimately enables the growth of red, green and blue emitters on the same wafer. Highly-efficient white LEDs with high color rendering will be possible without the need for phosphor conversion. It is the next enabling technology for advanced display, illumination and automotive applications. glō nanowire light-emitting diodes (nLEDs) are based on its proprietary hetero-structured semiconductor nanowire epitaxial growth and process technologies for which standard manufacturing equipment and materials can be utilized. glō currently holds over 175 patents across US, Europe and Asia. These patents are not subject to any cross-licensing with the LED oligopoly. The glō team is constantly strengthening its intellectual property position in this technology and related applications.
ChaCha is a leading real-time question-and-answer service that allows users to obtain fast, free answers through various platforms, including SMS, mobile apps, and voice services. Since its launch, the service has answered over two billion questions from more than 32 million unique users each month, establishing itself as a top destination for online information. ChaCha's "ask-a-smart-friend" model combines human expertise with technology, providing users with personalized responses in a conversational format. The company collaborates with major brands across various industries, including entertainment, consumer goods, and political campaigns, making it one of the fastest-growing mobile and online publishers. Co-founded by entrepreneur Scott Jones, ChaCha has gained recognition for its innovative approach to answering questions and engaging audiences.
Light-Based Technologies
Series B in 2010
Light-Based Technology delivers disruptive linear technologies for the control of solid state lighting products. Their solutions are easy to implement and very efficient. They can help you reduce the strain on natural resources from the materials required to manufacture your products while adding beneficial features.
Phreesia is a privately held company that provides innovative software solutions aimed at enhancing patient check-in and engagement in healthcare settings. By replacing traditional patient clipboards with a wireless touchscreen device known as the PhreesiaPad, the company automates the check-in process, securely collecting personal health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This technology integrates seamlessly with existing electronic medical records, ensuring that physician workflows are not disrupted while capturing comprehensive patient data. Phreesia also improves the patient experience by facilitating appointment preparation, offering relevant health education, and enabling patients to verify previously recorded information. Additionally, the company focuses on activating patients in their care to optimize health outcomes through a range of services, including registration, appointment scheduling, payment processing, and post-appointment surveys. Backed by premier venture capital firms, Phreesia has raised significant funding to support its mission of enhancing the operational and financial performance of healthcare organizations.
Livescribe
Series C in 2010
Livescribe, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, specializing in the design and manufacture of smartpens that facilitate the capture, search, and sharing of handwritten notes on digital devices. Founded in 2007, the company offers a range of smartpens, including the Sky Wi-Fi smartpen, which transfers recorded notes and audio to cloud accounts for access on various devices, and the Echo smartpen, which connects to computers via USB for interactive note transfer. Additionally, the Livescribe 3 smartpen utilizes Bluetooth technology to send written data to smartphones and tablets. Livescribe's products cater to a diverse audience, including students, educators, and professionals, aiding them in capturing and sharing their written and auditory experiences. The company also provides associated products such as dot paper, ink, and accessories through online channels. Livescribe operates as a subsidiary of Anoto Group AB.
Trilliant
Series B in 2010
Trilliant is a prominent provider of intelligent network solutions that facilitate the transition to a Smart Grid. Established in 1985, the company specializes in advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), demand response, and grid management solutions, combining hardware, software, and services to create a comprehensive smart grid ecosystem. Trilliant's offerings include installation, program management, and meter revenue cycle services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of utility companies. The company provides a wide range of flexible options, from meter and network infrastructures to full or hybrid outsourcing models. Its smart grid communications platform supports various applications, such as power outage reporting, time-of-use billing, and power quality monitoring, enabling utility operators to optimize asset management and grid performance. Trilliant serves over 100 utility customers, including major names like Duke Energy and Hydro Quebec, and operates as a privately owned entity.
BrightSource
Series D in 2010
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Allocade
Venture Round in 2010
Allocade, Inc. is a healthcare software technology company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2004. The company specializes in patient flow optimization through its On-Cue software, which leverages artificial intelligence to dynamically manage hospital resources in real-time. This innovative platform creates individualized patient itineraries, facilitating the efficient movement of inpatients, outpatients, and emergency patients throughout the hospital. By employing advanced technology originally developed for the Hubble Space Telescope, Allocade aims to address critical challenges in healthcare logistics, empowering caregivers to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
TransMedics
Series E in 2010
TransMedics Group, Inc., established in 1998 and based in Andover, Massachusetts, is a commercial-stage medical technology company specializing in transforming organ transplant therapy for end-stage organ failure patients worldwide. The company's core product, the Organ Care System (OCS), is a portable, innovative technology that maintains donor organs outside the body in a near-physiologic state, replicating human-like conditions. This system includes OCS LUNG and OCS Heart, designed to preserve and optimize lungs and hearts respectively during transport, allowing for better assessment and improvement of organ condition. TransMedics also offers clinical services to enhance transplant volume, improve outcomes, and reduce learning curves for healthcare providers.
Adura Technologies
Series B in 2010
Adura Technologies is an energy management company that specializes in wireless lighting and energy management systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs for existing buildings. The company utilizes low-power wireless mesh networking to deliver innovative solutions in the lighting controls market. In addition to its technology offerings, Adura Technologies also designs, manufactures, and commissions customized lighting management solutions, ensuring that its clients benefit from tailored energy-saving strategies. Through its comprehensive approach, the company seeks to optimize energy use and improve overall operational efficiency in various commercial settings.
Allvoices
Venture Round in 2010
Allvoices is a community-driven technology platform that collects, validates, and distributes user-generated news globally. By utilizing advanced algorithms and a vast network of contributors, Allvoices creates comprehensive news packages from minimal information, such as text messages or tweets. This process involves aggregating related content from various sources, including mainstream news outlets, blogs, videos, and images. The platform features an "Automated News Room" that provides a multi-faceted view of news events, coupled with a unique "Report Credibility Meter" that assesses the authenticity and reliability of contributions. With over four million unique visitors monthly and a community of more than 200,000 contributors, Allvoices stands as the largest user-generated news site online. The credibility of reports is determined by community engagement and the diversity of sources referencing the same news event, ensuring a balanced and trustworthy representation of stories. Through continuous interaction, the platform learns user preferences, enhancing its ability to evaluate report authenticity and fostering a collaborative environment for citizen journalism.
Better Place
Series B in 2010
Better Place, an electric vehicle services provider, builds and operates an infrastructure and intelligent network to deliver services to drivers for the adoption of electric vehicles and optimization of energy use in North America, Japan, Australia, China, Denmark, and Israel. Its infrastructure and intelligent network provides electric car drivers with access to a network of charge spots, battery switch stations, and systems that optimize the driving experience. Better Place has a strategic partnership with Renault. Shai Agassi and Quin Garcia founded it on October 29, 2007, with its headquarters in Palo Alto in California. Better Place has operations in Israel, Denmark, and Australia. It filed for bankruptcy in November 2013.
Ogin Inc. is a company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of innovative wind turbines. The firm is recognized for its high-efficiency shrouded wind turbine technology, which employs a mixer/ejector design to enhance aerodynamic performance, a method inspired by applications in military and commercial aircraft. Ogin's turbines are tailored for deployment in lower-voltage distribution grids, making them suitable for wind farm developers, industrial operators, and utilities both in the United States and internationally. The company's technology aims to significantly reduce the cost of wind energy, expand its viability in areas with lower wind speeds, and optimize land usage while minimizing environmental impact. Founded in 2007 and formerly known as FloDesign Wind Turbine Corporation, Ogin operates as a subsidiary of FloDesign Inc.
BridgeLux
Series D in 2010
Bridgelux, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting technologies headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in high-power, energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) solutions. Its product portfolio includes LED arrays, chips, subsystems, and surface mounts, catering to various applications such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and outdoor lighting. Bridgelux aims to replace traditional lighting technologies, like incandescent and fluorescent lamps, with advanced solid-state products that offer enhanced performance and significant energy savings. The company also provides testing, application engineering, and reference design services to support its customers in implementing these technologies. With strategic partnerships with industry leaders, Bridgelux is committed to driving innovation and contributing to global clean energy initiatives.
CymaBay Therapeutics
Series E in 2009
CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc., established in 1988 and headquartered in Newark, California, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies for liver diseases and other chronic conditions with significant unmet medical needs. Its primary focus is on seladelpar (MBX-8025), a selective agonist of peroxisome proliferator activated receptor delta, currently in Phase II trials for treating primary biliary cholangitis, sclerosing cholangitis, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Additionally, the company is developing MBX-2982, an orally-active G protein-coupled receptor agonist targeting gut/liver diseases, and CB-001, a preclinical-stage product candidate for treating gut/liver disease using omega-3 fatty acids. CymaBay has partnerships with Janssen Pharmaceuticals and DiaTex for developing therapies for metabolic diseases and gout, respectively.
Direct Flow Medical
Series C in 2009
Direct Flow Medical is a medical device company specializing in the development of innovative transcatheter aortic valve replacement systems aimed at treating heart valve diseases. The company's primary focus is on creating a percutaneous aortic tissue valve prosthesis, which offers patients suffering from cardiac valve insufficiency a safe and effective treatment option. With approximately 1.2 million individuals over the age of 65 affected by calcified aortic valves, and only about 150,000 receiving surgical intervention annually, Direct Flow Medical addresses a significant gap in patient care. Their technology allows heart surgeons to conduct repeated assessments of hemodynamic performance prior to final implantation, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and minimizing complications associated with invasive surgeries.
E-One Moli Energy
Private Equity Round in 2009
E-One Moli Energy Corp. is a Taiwanese company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, primarily marketed under the MOLICEL brand. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Taipei, the company produces a range of high-performance rechargeable batteries, including both cylindrical and prismatic cells. E-One Moli Energy's products are utilized in various applications, such as electric vehicles, portable electronic devices, cordless power tools, and medical equipment. The company aims to deliver batteries that offer significant advantages over traditional technologies, including improved power, lightweight design, and low environmental impact. With a commitment to innovation, E-One Moli Energy collaborates with key players in electric vehicle development to advance battery solutions for hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Their operations extend globally, serving a diverse customer base across North America, Asia, Australia, and Europe, while continually exploring new applications for their lithium-ion technology in response to the growing demand for energy-efficient solutions.
Santur Corporation, founded in November 2000, specializes in the commercialization of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications industry. The company develops a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers, which are essential for generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As the telecommunications sector evolves from traditional point-to-point links to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) networks, Santur's innovations in tunability provide vital flexibility and cost efficiencies for modern communication systems.
YouMail
Debt Financing in 2009
YouMail Inc., established in 2007 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in cloud-based telecommunications security applications for mobile phones. The company offers a suite of services including robocall blocking, phishing message detection, visual voicemail, call blocking, voicemail sharing, and auto-replies to protect users from spam, identity theft, stalkers, and corporate fraud. Its flagship product, YouMail, provides personalized greetings for incoming calls, enables users to manage voicemails via web browsers, and offers multi-platform compatibility. As of 2011, the application had been downloaded over 3 million times with over 2 million registered users, all acquired organically through a freemium model.
Solazyme is a synthetic biology company that specializes in converting algal biomass into biofuels. Solazyme not only creates biofuels for the the transportation industry, but is experimenting with ways to tailor its products for the cosmetic and food industries.
AlertMe.com Ltd. offers an open, cloud-based platform called Omnia that connects a variety of devices and appliances to enable users to monitor, control, and automate their homes in Europe and the United States. The platform integrates multiple devices, services, and data, creating a cohesive ecosystem for home automation. Key offerings include Energy Analytics, which assists customers in understanding their energy usage and bills, and Home Energy Control, which manages heating, cooling, and connected appliances for enhanced efficiency. Additionally, the Home Automation solution allows users to customize interactions among connected devices, such as sensors, cameras, locks, and lighting. Founded in 2006 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, AlertMe was acquired by British Gas Services Limited. The company's technology aims to simplify the connected home experience, making it affordable and reliable for users while promoting energy savings and sustainability.
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2009
Neuraltus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2004 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company’s lead investigational therapy, NP001, targets chronic neurological conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis by regulating activated macrophages. Neuraltus has a robust pipeline that includes three clinical-stage programs aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, which also encompass dyskinesias associated with Parkinson's treatment and lysosomal storage disorders like Fabry's and Gaucher's diseases. Each program represents a unique approach with the potential to offer first-in-class treatment options for these challenging conditions, highlighting Neuraltus’s commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for patients suffering from neurodegenerative disorders.
Solyndra is a manufacturer of cylindrical panels utilizing CIGS thin-film solar cell technology, located in Fremont, California. Established in 2005, the company focuses on designing and producing photovoltaic systems that include both panels and mounting hardware specifically for the commercial rooftop market. Solyndra employs high-volume manufacturing techniques to address the needs of the global solar industry. Its proprietary cylindrical modules are engineered to achieve low installation costs while maximizing solar energy output, particularly on low-slope commercial rooftops. The company operates a fully-automated manufacturing facility spanning 300,000 square feet, underscoring its commitment to efficiency and innovation in solar technology.
IntelePeer
Series C in 2008
IntelePeer is a communications automation platform that utilizes generative AI to enhance customer interactions for businesses. By offering a cloud-based Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), the company provides on-demand IP communications and SIP trunking services tailored for enterprises. IntelePeer's platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, allowing businesses to streamline their communication processes across multiple channels. Its focus on automation not only reduces operational costs but also improves customer experience by delivering efficient and effective communication solutions. The incorporation of AI and analytics further enhances the platform's capabilities, enabling clients to achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction and engagement.
Cobalt Technologies
Series C in 2008
Cobalt Technologies is a biotechnology company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company specializes in developing innovative technologies for the production of biofuels, particularly focusing on next-generation bio n-butanol. Cobalt's advancements enable the creation of low-cost, commercial-scale biobutanol, which serves as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products. This bio-based chemical can be utilized in a wide range of applications, including fuels, jet fuel, bio-based plastics, synthetic rubber, paints, adhesives, and solvents. By providing cost-effective substitutes to traditional petroleum-derived chemicals, Cobalt Technologies aims to contribute to cleaner burning fuels and a reduced environmental impact.
Adura Technologies
Series A in 2008
Adura Technologies is an energy management company that specializes in wireless lighting and energy management systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs for existing buildings. The company utilizes low-power wireless mesh networking to deliver innovative solutions in the lighting controls market. In addition to its technology offerings, Adura Technologies also designs, manufactures, and commissions customized lighting management solutions, ensuring that its clients benefit from tailored energy-saving strategies. Through its comprehensive approach, the company seeks to optimize energy use and improve overall operational efficiency in various commercial settings.
Zvents is a prominent online producer of local entertainment guides, assisting over 12 million monthly users in discovering engaging activities in their vicinity. The platform supports thousands of event advertisers in boosting attendance for various local events, such as live music, performing arts, sporting events, and community activities. Founded in March 2005 to focus on the Bay Area, Zvents has since broadened its reach to include events across most U.S. cities, as well as in the UK, Canada, and Ireland. The company's network comprises over 290 media sites, including major local publications like SFGate.com, the San Jose Mercury News, Boston Globe, Denver Post, Dallas Morning News, and national partners such as Bing, MSN.com, and YP.com. Zvents stands out through its extensive media partnerships, innovative time-based local search technology, and a dynamic community of content contributors across all markets and event categories.
Ostara
Venture Round in 2008
Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. is a pioneer in the wastewater treatment industry, focusing on the recovery and recycling of nutrients from wastewater. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company effectively removes polluting nutrients and transforms them into a high-value, environmentally safe commercial fertilizer. Ostara specializes in manufacturing phosphate fertilizers that deliver essential nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium, and nitrogen in slow-release granules. This innovative approach not only helps growers improve crop yields and enhance soil health but also significantly reduces nutrient runoff and phosphorus tie-up, thereby contributing to food security and the protection of local waterways from pollution. With its successfully scaled and commercially deployed technology, Ostara is well-positioned for growth in this expanding market.
RadioFrame
Series F in 2008
RadioFrame Networks specializes in providing targeted base-transceiver station solutions for the wireless communications industry. The company's product offerings include a range of base stations, such as pico, femtocell, microcell, and macrocell base stations, as well as iDEN network management tools. Additionally, RadioFrame Networks supplies network and system management systems designed to enhance communication infrastructure. By focusing on innovative solutions, the company aims to support the growing demands of wireless communication.
Anthera Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2008
Anthera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of therapeutics for serious diseases, particularly those associated with inflammation, including cardiovascular and autoimmune conditions. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Hayward, California, the company is advancing several product candidates. Its notable projects include Sollpura, a non-porcine investigational pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy currently in Phase III clinical trials for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and Blisibimod, which is undergoing Phase II trials for B-cell mediated autoimmune diseases such as IgA nephropathy. Anthera also develops varespladib methyl and varespladib sodium, both of which are in various stages of clinical trials for acute coronary syndrome and sickle cell disease, respectively. The company has established license agreements with major pharmaceutical firms, including Amgen and Eli Lilly, to enhance its development and commercialization efforts.
ChipX, Inc. is a Mixed-Signal ASIC company with the broadest offering of value-added ASIC solutions, including Standard Cell, Structured ASIC and Hybrid ASIC technology. ChipX has unique expertise in PCI Express, USB 2.0, DDR/DDR2 and data conversion mixed-signal cores; all are silicon proven and certified and they can be integrated in customers’ ASICs with a record first-time to market success. ChipX products are widely used in industrial applications, medical equipment and military/aerospace systems. Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, ChipX is a privately held corporation, with a Research and Development subsidiary in Israel.
iWatt specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of power supply control integrated circuits (ICs) and modules. The company focuses on creating highly integrated, mixed-signal ICs that cater to a variety of applications, including personal portable devices, low-energy short-range wireless technology, lighting, displays, and automotive systems. iWatt's innovative technology enhances power supply efficiency, size, and cost-effectiveness by employing patented digital algorithms that replace traditional analog control methods. This approach not only reduces the component count but also improves both cost and reliability, setting a new standard in power supply performance.
Gemin X Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2008
Gemin X Pharmaceuticals is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative cancer therapeutics aimed at improving patient outcomes. The company’s research centers on the Bcl-2 cell death regulation pathway, leading to the development of GX15-070, also known as obatoclax. This small molecule is designed to selectively trigger programmed cell death, or apoptosis, and may also promote autophagy in cancer cells. Obatoclax has demonstrated encouraging results in preclinical and early clinical studies and is currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials, both as a standalone treatment and in combination therapies. In addition to obatoclax, Gemin X is developing GMX1777, an inhibitor of NAD+ synthesis, among other oncology products, providing patients with potential relief from various cancer conditions. The company holds patent protection for obatoclax until 2025.
BrightSource
Series C in 2008
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Tesla
Debt Financing in 2008
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.
Mascoma Corporation, established in late 2005, focuses on producing cellulosic ethanol derived from renewable resources such as wood and switchgrass. The company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to gasoline through its innovative biofuel technology. Initial funding was secured from Khosla Ventures and Flagship Ventures, followed by additional capital through Series B and Series C funding rounds in 2006 and 2008, respectively. Mascoma is dedicated to advancing the commercialization of cellulosic ethanol to contribute to cleaner energy solutions.
BridgeLux
Series D in 2008
Bridgelux, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting technologies headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in high-power, energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) solutions. Its product portfolio includes LED arrays, chips, subsystems, and surface mounts, catering to various applications such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and outdoor lighting. Bridgelux aims to replace traditional lighting technologies, like incandescent and fluorescent lamps, with advanced solid-state products that offer enhanced performance and significant energy savings. The company also provides testing, application engineering, and reference design services to support its customers in implementing these technologies. With strategic partnerships with industry leaders, Bridgelux is committed to driving innovation and contributing to global clean energy initiatives.
LifeMasters Supported SelfCare
Venture Round in 2008
LifeMasters Supported SelfCare is a prominent disease management company that specializes in creating health partnerships among individuals, their physicians, and payors. The company offers interactive disease management services, focusing on relief programs for various chronic conditions, including diabetes, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertension, asthma, cancer, metabolic syndrome, and musculoskeletal pain. LifeMasters aims to support individuals in managing their health while providing decision support for healthcare providers and reducing costs for payors. Through its comprehensive programs, the company fosters improved health outcomes and promotes effective self-care practices.
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.