Cala Systems
Seed Round in 2024
Altus Thermal, founded in 2019 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, focuses on transforming thermal energy solutions for residential settings. The company aims to enhance efficiency, comfort, and user experience while providing benefits to the electrical grid. Altus Thermal develops energy technology designed to electrify residential heating, cooling, and hot water systems. By maximizing performance and facilitating better integration with renewable energy sources and other distributed energy resources, the company enables homeowners to electrify their living spaces in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Cala Systems
Grant in 2023
Altus Thermal, founded in 2019 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, focuses on transforming thermal energy solutions for residential settings. The company aims to enhance efficiency, comfort, and user experience while providing benefits to the electrical grid. Altus Thermal develops energy technology designed to electrify residential heating, cooling, and hot water systems. By maximizing performance and facilitating better integration with renewable energy sources and other distributed energy resources, the company enables homeowners to electrify their living spaces in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Cala Systems
Grant in 2020
Altus Thermal, founded in 2019 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, focuses on transforming thermal energy solutions for residential settings. The company aims to enhance efficiency, comfort, and user experience while providing benefits to the electrical grid. Altus Thermal develops energy technology designed to electrify residential heating, cooling, and hot water systems. By maximizing performance and facilitating better integration with renewable energy sources and other distributed energy resources, the company enables homeowners to electrify their living spaces in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Enel X is a company that specializes in energy supply and optimization, aiming to promote more autonomous and sustainable energy consumption. It provides energy intelligence software (EIS) and demand response services through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, which enables enterprises to manage their energy costs effectively, mitigate risks, and streamline compliance and sustainability reporting. In addition to these services, Enel X offers access to demand response programs globally, creating a valuable revenue stream for businesses while providing utilities and grid operators with a reliable and cost-effective demand-side resource. This focus on innovative energy solutions positions Enel X as a key player in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability in various sectors.
Enel Green Power
Grant in 2020
Enel Green Power is a global leader in renewable energy, focusing on the development and management of power plants that utilize a diverse array of resources, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biomass. Established in December 2008 as part of the Enel Group, the company operates across Europe and the Americas, boasting an installed capacity of 64.7 GW and generating approximately 25 terawatt-hours of electricity annually. This production supports the energy needs of over 8 million households and contributes to significant reductions in carbon emissions, avoiding around 16 million tonnes of CO2 each year. Enel Green Power emphasizes sustainability and innovation while actively collaborating with local communities to promote socio-economic development. The company is committed to expanding its installed capacity and enhancing technological mixes tailored to local conditions, thus playing a crucial role in the global transition to sustainable energy.
Highland Electric Transportation
Grant in 2020
Highland Electric Transportation is a comprehensive turnkey solutions provider that delivers electric school buses (EVSB) to school districts and third-party managed fleet providers (3PMs).
Gridtwin is a SaaS-based company providing software tools to both energy developers and utilities to streamline the interconnection process. Gridtwin was founded by researchers and graduates from the MIT Energy Initiative who were passionate about modernizing the electricity network and developing tools to facilitate that process. Gridtwin is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Medley Thermal
Grant in 2020
Medley Thermal specializes in the development of software and thermal electric systems that optimize energy source management for industrial applications. The company has created an electrification system that integrates an electric boiler alongside existing boiler systems. This innovative approach allows for effective dispatching and seamless fuel switching between boilers, ensuring a continuous supply of steam without interruptions. By facilitating the transition from more emissions-intensive fuels to cleaner steam energy, Medley Thermal enables industries to reduce their operational costs and environmental impact, ultimately promoting the use of low-cost and clean energy solutions.
Camberline Technologies
Grant in 2019
Camberline Technologies is a developer of a sensor-driven energy platform designed to monitor electricity usage and promote energy conservation. The company's technology provides billing-ready data to utility systems through established data exchange interfaces, facilitating accurate and efficient billing processes. By leveraging this platform, consumers can receive incentives to modify their electricity consumption habits, ultimately supporting efforts to enhance energy efficiency within communities.
Pecos Wind Power
Convertible Note in 2018
Pecos Wind Power specializes in the design, construction, and sale of wind turbines aimed at facilitating distributed generation of renewable energy. The company develops turbines that enable clients to generate their own cost-effective electricity, making them suitable for a variety of applications including schools, businesses, and commercial electricity consumers. By providing an affordable solution for renewable energy production, Pecos Wind Power helps clients transition to sustainable energy sources with ease, contributing to a greener energy landscape.
Medley Thermal
Grant in 2018
Medley Thermal specializes in the development of software and thermal electric systems that optimize energy source management for industrial applications. The company has created an electrification system that integrates an electric boiler alongside existing boiler systems. This innovative approach allows for effective dispatching and seamless fuel switching between boilers, ensuring a continuous supply of steam without interruptions. By facilitating the transition from more emissions-intensive fuels to cleaner steam energy, Medley Thermal enables industries to reduce their operational costs and environmental impact, ultimately promoting the use of low-cost and clean energy solutions.
Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company
Grant in 2017
Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company provides electricity solutions along with resource & power supply planning services.
Taunton Municipal Light Plant
Grant in 2017
Taunton Municipal Light Plant is a municipally-owned utility that provides electric and internet services.
Ameresco, Inc. is an energy efficiency solutions provider operating primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, the company specializes in the development, design, engineering, and installation of projects that aim to reduce energy consumption and operational costs for various sectors, including governmental, educational, utility, healthcare, commercial, and industrial facilities. Ameresco's services encompass upgrades to energy infrastructure and the construction of renewable energy plants that generate electricity, gas, heat, or cooling from sustainable sources. Additionally, the company offers a range of solar energy products and systems, including photovoltaic panels, inverters, solar-powered lighting, and other essential components for both grid-connected and off-grid applications. Through its initiatives, Ameresco supports clients in achieving greater energy efficiency and sustainability.
Solect Energy
Seed Round in 2017
Solect Energy, located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, is a prominent leader in the commercial-scale solar sector. The company specializes in providing solar energy solutions tailored for businesses, emphasizing the development, design, and implementation of solar projects that enhance sustainability and reduce energy costs. With a commitment to advancing renewable energy, Solect Energy plays a significant role in helping organizations transition to cleaner energy sources, contributing to both environmental goals and economic benefits. Through its expertise and innovative approach, the company has established itself as a key player in the growing solar energy market.
National Grid
Grant in 2017
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.
West Boylston Municipal Light Plant
Grant in 2017
West Boylston Municipal Light Plant (WBMLP) has provided citizens and businesses of West Boylston, MA with dependable electric power.
Sunrun Inc. is a leading provider of residential solar energy systems in the United States, specializing in the design, development, installation, ownership, and maintenance of solar power solutions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a unique solar service model that allows homeowners to pay for the electricity generated by the solar systems rather than purchasing the panels outright. This approach enables customers to benefit from lower, locked-in electricity rates while Sunrun maintains and monitors the systems. Operating in twelve states, Sunrun installs solar systems at a rapid pace, averaging one installation every ten minutes. The company utilizes a direct-to-consumer marketing strategy complemented by partnerships with various solar and strategic entities. In addition to solar energy systems, Sunrun also provides battery storage solutions and sells solar products such as panels and racking. With a workforce of over 3,000 employees, Sunrun continues to lead the residential solar market by prioritizing customer savings and sustainable energy solutions.
Reading Municipal Light Dept
Grant in 2017
Reading Municipal Light Dept is a government agency that provides electric utility services within the region.
Energy Futures Group
Grant in 2017
Energy Futures Group provides expert consulting services informed by national and international experience in the design and evaluation of energy efficiency.
MTPV Power Corporation, established in 2003 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in innovative clean energy solutions. The company focuses on developing Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology, originally researched at MIT and Draper Laboratory before being brought under MTPV Power's umbrella. Their core product is semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into usable electricity, benefiting industrial businesses by enhancing productivity while reducing energy costs.
Wattjoule is a company focused on the development of a liquid electrical energy storage system. It creates an energy storage center that integrates power-producing and energy-storage components within a single physical package. This system comprises two primary modules: an energy conversion module that utilizes converter stacks in conjunction with standard pumps, sensors, and controls, and an energy storage module designed for tank assembly. This innovative design enables clients to achieve higher power levels, positioning Wattjoule as a significant player in the energy storage sector.
Wright Electric
Grant in 2016
Wright Electric Inc. is a manufacturer of commercial electric airplanes, focusing on reducing costs and emissions in the aviation industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company utilizes unique propulsion technology to create aircraft that eliminate emissions without relying on offsets. This innovation aims to make zero-emissions flight as economically viable as traditional fossil-fueled aviation, marking a significant step towards the electrification of the aerospace sector and fostering a sustainable future for air travel.
Sparkplug Power
Grant in 2014
Sparkplug Power is a company that develops and manufactures equipment for energy storage, with a focus on renewable energy semiconductors. The company specializes in providing project development and services for storage facilities, aiming to help commercial and institutional customers cut energy costs through energy storage solutions.
SolarOne Solutions
Grant in 2014
SolarOne Solutions, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of solar-powered lighting and generator systems for various applications globally. Based in Needham, Massachusetts, SolarOne provides a diverse range of products, including overhead lights for pathways, parking lots, and bus shelters, as well as landscape luminaires and solar kits designed for different mounting options. Their systems operate independently of the electric grid, utilizing solar panels as a power source, which ensures reliable operation even during power outages. This independence allows for flexible siting and easy installation, reducing the need for costly electrical infrastructure. SolarOne serves a wide array of customers, including college campuses, government laboratories, and municipalities, and markets its products through a network of representatives and dealers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Founded in 2004, SolarOne Solutions has established itself as a provider of effective off-grid solutions that can be implemented with minimal disruption and long-term reliability.
Spruce Power
Grant in 2013
Spruce Power is a U.S.-based company that owns and operates distributed solar energy assets. It provides subscription-based services, making renewable energy accessible to over 52,000 customers nationwide. Spruce generates revenue primarily through selling electricity generated by its home solar systems to customers, third-party contracts for solar renewable energy credits (SRECs), and servicing these agreements.