The Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) catalyzes transformational energy technologies that could create a more secure and affordable American future. We advance high-potential, high-impact energy technologies that are too early for private-sector investment. ARPA-E awardees are unique because they are developing entirely new ways to generate, store, and use energy.
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SHINE Technologies
Grant in 2025
SHINE Technologies specializes in the production of medical isotopes and the development of fusion technology. Its proprietary processes create essential isotopes such as molybdenum-99 and non-carrier-added lutetium-177, which are vital for diagnosing and treating serious health conditions, including heart disease and various forms of cancer. SHINE serves multiple sectors, including healthcare, aerospace, defense, and energy, providing safe and environmentally friendly solutions for industrial inspections and medical applications. The company is also focused on advancing its fusion technology to address energy challenges, including the recycling of nuclear waste. Through a phased and purpose-driven approach, SHINE aims to generate clean, abundant fusion energy, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future.
Addis Energy
Grant in 2025
Addis Energy is on a mission to alter the way we feed and fuel our society, harnessing the Earth's potential for clean ammonia production.
Toyota Motor North America
Grant in 2024
Toyota Motor North America manufactures and sells a wide range of automobiles and accessories.
GE Vernova
Grant in 2024
GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.
Iontra
Grant in 2024
Iontra LLC, established in 2013 and based in Denver, Colorado, specializes in battery charging technology for lithium-ion batteries. The company develops charge control solutions that enhance the performance, safety, and longevity of these batteries, enabling original equipment manufacturers to deliver superior products without the need for redesigning battery cells. By focusing on longer cycle life and faster charging capabilities, Iontra addresses the increasing demand for electrification, positioning itself as a significant player in the battery technology sector. Its innovations contribute to a more sustainable energy future by improving battery safety and efficiency.
Metalplant
Grant in 2024
Metalplant provides carbon-negative nickel farming that enables farmers to generate nickel and CDR.
Equatic
Grant in 2024
Equatic uses a seawater electrolysis process that enhances the ocean's capacity to absorb and store significant quantities of carbon dioxide. The company designs, develops, commissions, co-owns, and co-operates carbon removal facilities globally, which use seawater electrolysis to extract atmospheric CO2.
CarbonBridge
Grant in 2024
CarbonBridge is a climate-action company headquartered in San Jose, with research and development facilities in Harlem, New York. The company specializes in converting waste greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, into carbon-negative methanol, primarily for marine fuel applications. CarbonBridge's innovative approach utilizes direct-gas bioreactors, which enhance microbe productivity by over 400%, allowing for the efficient bioconversion of these gases. Supported by ARPA-E, the company aims to produce ultra-low carbon methanol using intermittent power sources. In addition to its core product, CarbonBridge offers custom hardware designed to generate carbon credits that can be used to offset environmental footprints associated with green hydrogen and carbon dioxide emissions.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Grant in 2024
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is a national laboratory that conducts unclassified scientific research on behalf of the United States Department of Energy. Berkeley Lab is a member of the national laboratory system supported by the U.S. Department of Energy through its Office of Science. It is managed by the University of California (UC) and is charged with conducting unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines. Located on a 200-acre site in the hills above the UC Berkeley campus, Berkeley Lab employs approximately 4,200 scientists, engineers, support staff, and students. The Lab is also responsible for creating 5,600 jobs locally and 12,000 nationally. The overall economic impact on the national economy is estimated at $1.6 billion a year. Technologies developed at Berkeley Lab have generated billions of dollars in revenues, and thousands of jobs. Berkeley Lab was founded in 1931 by Ernest Orlando Lawrence, a UC Berkeley physicist who won the 1939 Nobel Prize in physics for his invention of the cyclotron, a circular particle accelerator that opened the door to high-energy physics.
Antora Energy
Grant in 2024
Antora Energy specializes in providing zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions for heavy industries, aiming to replace fossil fuels with cleaner alternatives. The company has developed innovative thermal batteries that utilize excess electricity generated from solar and wind sources. These batteries store thermal energy by heating blocks of carbon, which can then be used to produce reliable power and heat. By integrating renewable resources into the electricity grid, Antora enables industries to achieve sustainable and dependable energy solutions while significantly reducing carbon emissions.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Grant in 2024
WPI has a lot to offer - extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty members at the top of their fields, state-of-the-art research facilities, and a community teeming with activity. You have a lot to offer too - you're ambitious, you want to be challenged, you want to succeed, and you want to make a difference in the world. You know where you want to go; WPI can help you get there.
Chilldyne
Grant in 2024
Our goal is to vastly improve how electronics are cooled in data centers, and help reduce energy consumption with cost-effective alternatives for air cooling. At Chilldyne, we believe the most effective choice is liquid cooling. Chilldyne's technology enables water to be used for direct-to-chip cooling of CPUs in high performance computers and servers. It's purpose-built to reduce operating expenditures for data centers and eliminates the risks associated with liquid cooling.
Opcondys
Grant in 2023
Opcondys, Inc. specializes in developing optical switching devices aimed at enhancing power grid control and fault detection. The company's flagship product, the Opticondistor, serves various applications, including grid-tied energy storage, traction drives, and high-voltage power supplies. Additionally, Opcondys focuses on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) to support grid modernization efforts. The company caters to the energy sector and manufacturers of high-voltage equipment, providing solutions that facilitate electric power transmission, distribution, renewable energy integration, and electric vehicle infrastructure. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Manteca, California, Opcondys is positioned to contribute to advancements in power electronics and energy efficiency.
Georgia Institute of Technology
Grant in 2023
The Georgia Institute of Technology is a state-funded research university based in Atlanta, Georgia. The institute offers degree programs in architecture, computing, engineering, arts, business, and sciences. Georgia Tech, as the institute is commonly referred to, is organized into six colleges and contains 31 departments. Georgia Tech is a public institution and receives funding from the State of Georgia.
University of California
Grant in 2023
The University of California (UC) is a prominent public research university system that has been operating since 1869. With a diverse community of over 280,000 students and more than 227,000 faculty and staff, UC is dedicated to advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges. The university is renowned for its innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, computer science, and environmental sustainability. UC's campuses consistently rank among the best in the world, attracting talented individuals from various backgrounds, including a significant proportion from low-income families. The institution fosters a dynamic exchange of ideas among students, faculty, and alumni, which contributes to advancements in technology and societal improvements. Additionally, UC has a profound impact on the economy, with numerous California businesses stemming from its research and innovations. The university remains committed to serving the community, engaging with local governments, and addressing pressing issues related to health, food, and the environment.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Grant in 2023
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.
University of Missouri
Grant in 2023
University of Missouri (also known as Mizzou) in Columbia, Missouri, is one of the oldest public universities in the region. Today Mizzou has grown to offer more than 280 degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including those in medicine and other advanced professional fields. As a full-fledged university with much in the way of academics, research and college life offerings, Mizzou’s more than 30,000 students come from all over the country. Some of the more popular programs at the school include Journalism and Writing. Mizzou is also one of a small group of universities that offers Medicine, Law and Veterinary Medicine. Additional divisions include: *Agriculture *Arts and Sciences *Business *Education *Engineering *Nursing More than 600 student organizations also make their home at Mizzou, so that whatever a student’s interest is it can be found at Mizzou. In order to maintain itself as the competitive public university that it is, Mizzou has had to maintain fairly selective standards for admission. A great number of admitted students were valedictorians of their class or graduated in the top 10%. Mizzou considers grade point average, rigor of high school courses, SAT or ACT scores and other factors such as extracurricular involvement in its undergraduate admissions process. Graduate programs have individual requirements that may include course pre-requisites, undergraduate GPA and test scores. Students may be considered for academic merit scholarships awarded by the school. There are also federal aid sources such as Pell grants, loans and work-study to help those with a financial need to cover tuition costs. Veteran’s benefits are also offered.
Jetcool
Grant in 2023
JETCOOL Technologies specializes in the development of microjet cooling modules aimed at enhancing the performance and longevity of high-power electronics. Founded in 2019 and based in Littleton, Massachusetts, the company leverages technology originally developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. By using small jets of fluid integrated into modular cooling components, JETCOOL’s solutions effectively reduce heat and power consumption in electronic devices. This innovation is particularly beneficial for industries such as aerospace, defense, and electronics, where managing heat is crucial for device reliability and efficiency.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Grant in 2023
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, founded in 1867 and located in Champaign, Illinois, is a prominent institution known for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and public engagement. With over 3,000 faculty members, the university fosters innovation and discovery, contributing significantly to the state's economy and garnering numerous prestigious awards. The campus offers outstanding academic programs and resources that attract high-achieving students who engage in various research initiatives, study abroad, and participate in numerous student organizations. With a network of more than 425,000 alumni, the university has cultivated leaders across diverse fields globally, reflecting its influence and legacy in higher education.
University of Maryland
Grant in 2023
The University of Maryland, established in 1856 and located in College Park, Maryland, has gained significant recognition as a leading public research university. Over the past two decades, it has enhanced its reputation through a strong focus on research, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The university is committed to advancing its competitive advantages and pursuing ambitious goals to solidify its standing among the world's top institutions. The executive management team oversees the university's assets, ensuring effective governance and strategic direction to support its mission.
University of Florida
Grant in 2023
The University of Florida is a public land-grant research institution located in Gainesville, Florida, established in 1853. It offers a diverse range of educational programs, including associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees across various fields such as languages, arts, sciences, engineering, and media. Additionally, the university provides options for distance education and part-time studies. With endowment assets valued at $730.6 million, the University of Florida is committed to advancing knowledge and fostering research initiatives.
Flexnode
Grant in 2023
Flexnode specializes in providing innovative and sustainable solutions for data computing, storage, and networking. The company develops modular high-performance data centers that address the increasing demand for data management. Its offerings include modular, liquid-cooled micro data center systems that facilitate efficient computing in various locations. By enabling organizations to distribute their infrastructure, Flexnode helps deliver essential data closer to end-users while minimizing both physical space and environmental impact. This approach allows for easy and flexible access to advanced computing resources wherever power and connectivity are available.
Nvidia
Grant in 2023
Nvidia is a prominent computing platform company known for its innovation in graphics processing technologies, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of graphics processing units (GPUs), which have traditionally enhanced gaming experiences on personal computers but are increasingly utilized in various AI applications. In addition to its hardware offerings, Nvidia provides the Cuda software platform, which facilitates the development and training of AI models. The company is also expanding its capabilities in data center networking solutions, enabling the integration of multiple GPUs to efficiently manage complex workloads. Through these advancements, Nvidia continues to play a critical role in shaping the technology landscape.
Purdue University
Grant in 2023
Purdue University is a public land-grant research university located in West Lafayette, Indiana, and serves as the flagship institution of the Purdue University system. Founded in 1869, it was established through the generosity of local businessman John Purdue, who aimed to create a college focused on science, technology, and agriculture. The university is renowned for its strong programs in engineering, technology, and agriculture, offering a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate degrees across multiple disciplines. Purdue's commitment to research and education is supported by contributions from alumni and friends, which have helped establish a robust financial foundation. This support not only enhances the university's academic offerings but also fosters an environment conducive to innovation and discovery.
Equatic
Grant in 2023
Equatic uses a seawater electrolysis process that enhances the ocean's capacity to absorb and store significant quantities of carbon dioxide. The company designs, develops, commissions, co-owns, and co-operates carbon removal facilities globally, which use seawater electrolysis to extract atmospheric CO2.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Grant in 2023
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.
South 8 Technologies
Grant in 2023
South 8 Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer based in San Diego, California, specializing in advanced lithium batteries and electrochemical capacitors that utilize a unique liquefied gas electrolyte known as LiGas®. Founded in 2015, the company addresses key issues associated with traditional lithium-ion batteries, particularly their susceptibility to fire and performance limitations in extreme temperatures. LiGas technology enhances energy density and safety, allowing batteries to operate effectively within a temperature range of -60 to 60 °C. This innovation serves a diverse array of applications, including electric vehicles, energy storage, aerospace, and defense industries, by providing improved performance and reduced flammability compared to conventional materials. South 8 has developed its first battery cell, the Arctic™ LiGas 18650, and is actively working on additional battery chemistries. The company holds 23 patents across multiple jurisdictions, with a customer base that includes cell manufacturers and end-users, supported by various investors in the technology and automotive sectors.
24M
Grant in 2023
24M Technologies specializes in the development of energy storage systems for both grid and transportation applications. The company focuses on manufacturing lithium-ion batteries that enhance the operational reliability, economics, and efficiency of electric power systems. Its innovative approach features binder-free semisolid electrodes and unit cells, which not only improve battery performance but also eliminate the need for traditional hydro or pyrometallurgical processes in battery recycling. Additionally, 24M facilitates direct in-plant reuse of active materials at the end of a battery's life, contributing to more sustainable recycling practices and enabling clients to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Virginia Tech
Grant in 2023
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, known as Virginia Tech, is a public research university located in Blacksburg, Virginia, with additional educational facilities across six regions in the state and a study-abroad site in Switzerland. Established in 1857, Virginia Tech offers 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to approximately 34,400 students. The university is recognized for its research capabilities, managing a research portfolio valued at $522 million, which positions it as the 46th university in the United States for research expenditures and the only institution in Virginia among the top 50. Additionally, Virginia Tech is designated as one of the six senior military colleges in the U.S. through its Corps of Cadets ROTC program, making it the state's second-largest public university by enrollment.
Solid Power
Grant in 2023
Solid Power Inc. specializes in the development of solid-state rechargeable batteries that are free from volatile or flammable liquid components. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Its solid-state batteries are designed to be energy-dense, safe, and reliable, offering significant improvements in performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Solid Power aims to license its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, while also selling its proprietary sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.
Sandia National Laboratories
Grant in 2023
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons. Sandia’s mission is to maintain the reliability of the nuclear weapon systems of the United States of America. It also conducts research and development in arms control and non-proliferation technologies, and investigates methods for the disposal of hazardous waste generated from the production of nuclear weapons. Sandia National Laboratories is operated and managed by Sandia Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin Corporation, with its headquarters at Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The Ohio State University
Grant in 2023
The Ohio State University is a public research university located in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1870 as a land-grant institution. Originally established as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College, it has evolved into a comprehensive university offering a diverse array of undergraduate, graduate, and research programs across various fields, including business, social sciences, law, medicine, and public affairs. The university operates a regional campus system with locations in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster. In addition to its academic offerings, Ohio State boasts a vibrant student life, featuring over 1,000 student organizations, intercollegiate and recreational sports, student media, and a strong student government association. The institution has produced numerous notable alumni who have excelled in government, business, science, medicine, education, sports, and entertainment.
Quidnet Energy
Grant in 2022
Quidnet Energy is a technology-driven energy company that powers the carbon-free electric grid. Its technology is a form of hydroelectric energy storage using time-tested well-drilling and construction technologies to pump water under pressure into subsurface geological reservoirs to store energy. When variable renewable energy is not available, this water is released to drive hydroelectric turbines to power the electric grid. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Houston with offices in San Francisco and Saratoga Springs, New York.
Deep Isolation
Grant in 2022
Nuclear power contributes over 10% of the world’s power needs. From the 500 reactors built around the world, the growing inventory of nuclear waste is over 450,000 metric tons and is increasing by ~12,000 tons each year. In the US, there is currently ~$40 Billion in the Nuclear Waste Fund, with no active program to dispose of the 80,000 tons of nuclear waste. Many countries are actively seeking new options as no country anywhere in the world has ever disposed of high-level waste or spent nuclear fuel. A new approach is needed. Nuclear waste disposal is a $500 billion worldwide market. Deep Isolation is the first private company to offer a solution to dispose of nuclear waste in safe, permanent deep geologic repositories. A solution that is proven, demonstrated and primed to disrupt and dominate in this untapped market. Deep Isolation combines scientific and nuclear expertise with sophisticated stakeholder engagement skills to work alongside communities to design and deliver an equitable and environmentally protective solution.
Curio
Grant in 2022
Curio develops nuclear waste recycling technologies to commercialize the case for a closed fuel cycle. Its technologies are used to produce proliferation hardened plutonium fueled reactors and molten salt reactors and develop unique isotopes for use in targeted therapy of cancer to help businesses avail clean energy, substantially lower environmental footprint, and advanced medicine. By addressing environmental, security, and market concerns, the company aims to establish clean nuclear power as a catalyst for global prosperity and sustainability.
Power to Hydrogen
Grant in 2022
Power to Hydrogen (P2H2) is simplifying hydrogen. Our technology enables a brighter energy future by solving the technical and economic challenges that come with producing hydrogen. Our AEM-based, electrolysis technology produces high pressure, high efficiency hydrogen from renewable energy with lower cost materials than competing electrolyzers. This technology can reduce the total cost of hydrogen to enable clean transportation, store energy efficiently, and decarbonize industrial processes. In addition to low-cost, high-pressure hydrogen production, the technology can produce high-pressure oxygen and be used reversibly to produce electricity. Both services can create additional revenue streams to make the total cost of hydrogen $1/kg.
Texas A&M University
Grant in 2022
Texas A&M University, located in College Station, Texas, is one of the largest universities in the United States, serving over 50,000 students. The institution offers more than 350 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various colleges, including Agriculture and Life Sciences, Engineering, Geosciences, Liberal Arts, and Education and Human Development. Texas A&M is recognized for its academic excellence and commitment to student support, providing full tuition coverage through scholarships and grants for families earning below a certain income threshold. The university has a vibrant campus life with over 800 student organizations, fostering a rich environment for personal and professional development. Admissions are competitive, with automatic acceptance for students in the top 25% of their high school class who achieve a combined SAT score of 1300, while others can apply through a holistic review process. Texas A&M University is dedicated to providing quality education and a diverse array of opportunities for its students.
Synteris
Grant in 2022
Synteris is focused on the development and manufacturing of advanced precursor powders for 3D printing of high-temperature ceramics. The company specializes in producing non-oxide ceramic parts, including carbides, nitrides, and borides, through a technique known as selective laser reaction sintering (SLRS). This innovative approach allows for the rapid production of prototypes and parts that can be utilized in various applications, particularly in enhancing heat sinks and cooling architectures within the electronics industry. By addressing the growing demand for efficient electrical components, Synteris positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of advanced manufacturing technologies.
Deep Isolation
Grant in 2022
Nuclear power contributes over 10% of the world’s power needs. From the 500 reactors built around the world, the growing inventory of nuclear waste is over 450,000 metric tons and is increasing by ~12,000 tons each year. In the US, there is currently ~$40 Billion in the Nuclear Waste Fund, with no active program to dispose of the 80,000 tons of nuclear waste. Many countries are actively seeking new options as no country anywhere in the world has ever disposed of high-level waste or spent nuclear fuel. A new approach is needed. Nuclear waste disposal is a $500 billion worldwide market. Deep Isolation is the first private company to offer a solution to dispose of nuclear waste in safe, permanent deep geologic repositories. A solution that is proven, demonstrated and primed to disrupt and dominate in this untapped market. Deep Isolation combines scientific and nuclear expertise with sophisticated stakeholder engagement skills to work alongside communities to design and deliver an equitable and environmentally protective solution.
GE
Grant in 2021
General Electric Company (GE) is a diversified global infrastructure and financial services company, founded in 1892 and headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut. GE operates across various segments, including power and water, oil and gas, energy management, aviation, healthcare, transportation, and appliances. The company provides a wide array of products and services, such as gas and steam turbines, nuclear reactors, medical imaging technologies, jet engines, and freight locomotives. GE is also a leader in the energy sector, offering innovative solutions that enable businesses and communities to generate reliable power. With a strong focus on the Industrial Internet, GE harnesses advanced analytics and software capabilities to optimize asset management and improve operational efficiency. This commitment to innovation is exemplified by its GE Software Center, which leads efforts to integrate machine data with analytics, fostering enhanced productivity and sustainability in various industries. Additionally, GE remains dedicated to addressing environmental challenges through its ecomagination initiative, which promotes the development of new technologies aimed at reducing the ecological footprint of its operations.
OCOchem
Grant in 2021
OCOchem specializes in electrochemical technology that transforms carbon dioxide and water into formic acid, a green platform chemical and liquid hydrogen carrier. The company’s innovative process effectively converts large quantities of CO2 into a versatile chemical that can help transition the organic chemical industry away from fossil fuel reliance. By offering formic acid and its derivatives, OCOchem supports clients in decarbonizing their feedstocks and chemical supply chains. This approach addresses the pressing issue of excessive CO2 emissions from various sources, including factories and automobiles, thereby contributing to broader environmental sustainability efforts.
LanzaTech
Grant in 2021
LanzaTech is turning our global carbon crisis into a feedstock opportunity with the potential to displace 30% of crude oil use today and reduce global CO2 emissions by 10%. By recycling carbon from industrial off-gases; syngas generated from any biomass resource (e.g. municipal solid waste (MSW), organic industrial waste, agricultural waste); and reformed biogas, LanzaTech can reduce emissions and make new products for a circular carbon economy. LanzaTech’s carbon recycling technology is like retrofitting a brewery onto an emission source like a steel mill or a landfill site, but instead of using sugars and yeast to make beer, pollution is converted by bacteria to fuels and chemicals! Imagine a day when your plane is powered by recycled GHG emissions, when your yoga pants started life as pollution from a steel mill. This future is possible using LanzaTech technology.
NoMIS Power Group
Grant in 2021
NoMIS Power Group specializes in the manufacturing of silicon carbide power semiconductor devices and packaging architectures. The company develops silicon carbide-based power modules that support the global energy transition by enabling the use of innovative semiconductor devices and power packaging materials. Their offerings aim to help businesses reduce energy costs while promoting electrified transportation and renewable energy infrastructure. In addition to their product line, NoMIS Power provides technical consulting, SiC design services, and research and development support tailored for the electronics sector.
AutoGrid
Grant in 2021
AutoGrid is a company that specializes in energy data management and big data analytics to enhance the efficiency of energy delivery. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of applications aimed at managing distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. These applications allow utilities, electricity retailers, and energy service providers to optimize energy distribution by leveraging vast amounts of data from smart meters, sensors, and third-party sources. By employing advanced algorithms and data science techniques, AutoGrid enables clients to monitor, predict, and control energy assets across global networks, ultimately facilitating the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The team comprises skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts dedicated to addressing critical challenges in the energy sector.
Emrgy
Grant in 2020
Emrgy is a technology company established in 2014 that specializes in designing and deploying modular and scalable hydroelectric solutions. The company focuses on developing innovative hydroelectric turbines capable of generating electricity from slow or shallow water flows, which allows power generation companies to efficiently harness energy from rivers and streams. Emrgy's offerings include advanced turbines, magnetic gearboxes, and compact hydroelectric power generators that significantly reduce energy costs. By redefining hydropower technology, Emrgy aims to enhance the reliability and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy, contributing to a shift towards distributed and intermittent energy sources.
Sortera Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Sortera Alloys manufactures low-cost, high-quality metal alloys for domestic manufacturing using its artificial intelligence technology. Sortera Alloys is a company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and was established in 2020.
Yard Stick
Grant in 2020
Yard Stick specializes in measuring soil carbon to support climate-friendly agricultural practices. By addressing significant measurement challenges, the company has developed an innovative handheld device that evaluates carbon stocks and changes in real-time using VisNIR spectrometry. This technology allows for accurate detection of organic carbon levels, significantly reducing the cost of soil carbon measurement by over 90%. As a result, Yard Stick aims to enhance the adoption of evidence-based regenerative practices, which can improve soil health, increase farmers' income, and contribute to combating climate change. Through its advancements, Yard Stick seeks to create opportunities for both scientists and farmers to effectively manage soil carbon, thus facilitating a more sustainable agricultural future.
Southwest Research Institute
Grant in 2020
Southwest Research Institute is an independent, non-profit organization benefiting the government, industry, and the public through innovative science and technology. It is an applied research and development organization that has a staff that specializes in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and the physical sciences. Its technical divisions offer a wide range of technical expertise and services in such areas as engine design and development, emissions certification testing, fuels and lubricants evaluation, chemistry, space science, nondestructive evaluation, automation, mechanical engineering, electronics, and more. The organization’s total revenue for fiscal year 2014 was 549 million U.S. dollars and spent more than 6.9 million U.S. dollars for internal research to develop innovative technologies that benefits clients through technology transfer as part of funded projects. Southwest Research Institute was established in 1947 by Thomas Baker Slick Jr. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
NK Labs
Grant in 2020
NK Labs is an engineering company that provides design consulting services for electronics, robotics, medical devices, and instrumentation.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Grant in 2020
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.
X-energy
Grant in 2020
X-energy is a developer of advanced modular nuclear reactors and fuel technology for clean energy generation. The company manufactures fuel that seals uranium particles in a protective coating, making meltdown impossible. It develops safe and efficient reactors and proprietary fuel to deliver reliable, zero-carbon, affordable energy to people worldwide. The simplified, modular, and high-temperature gas reactor design expands applications and markets for the deployment of nuclear technology.
Moltex Energy
Grant in 2020
Moltex Energy is a leader in nuclear technology, focusing on the development of its Stable Salt Reactor - Wasteburner (SSR-W), which offers a carbon-free electricity generation solution. This innovative reactor design utilizes recycled nuclear waste as fuel, produced through Moltex's proprietary Waste To Stable Salt (WATSS) recycling process. The SSR-W provides reliable, large-scale power generation ranging from 300 to 500 MWe per reactor, while its inherent safety features make it suitable for a variety of community settings. Additionally, the integration of GridReserve technology allows energy from the SSR-W to be stored as heat and released to the grid during peak demand, enhancing the reliability of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Moltex Energy has been selected by NB Power to advance its reactor technology in New Brunswick, Canada, aiming to deploy its first SSR-W, WATSS, and GridReserve units at the Point Lepreau site.
Lectrolyst
Grant in 2020
Lectrolyst it, creating novel ways to use electricity to achieve chemical changes. From benchtop synthesis to chemical processing facilities, their technologies offer on-site, scalable solutions to match customers' industrial demands. uses electricity to create fine chemical components from waste CO2 and renewable feedstocks.
GRYFN
Grant in 2019
GRYFN specializes in providing high-precision, multi-sensor drone solutions and proprietary processing software designed for agricultural applications. Their technology allows customers to acquire research-ready, high-resolution data with a resolution of 0.5 to 2 in2. By integrating various data sources, including RGB imagery, LiDAR, and hyperspectral cameras, GRYFN enables users to track and analyze specific agricultural phenomena over time, such as the growth of individual corn plants. This comprehensive geomatics system is tailored to meet the unique demands of crop production, delivering improved results for breeders while also offering valuable applications in adjacent markets.
W7Energy
Grant in 2019
W7Energy is producing and innovating the highest performing hydroxide exchange membrane for a variety of applications.
Otherlab
Grant in 2019
Otherlab is a technology company founded in 2009 by Saul Griffith and based in San Francisco, California. It operates as a research innovation lab focused on developing solutions in renewable energy and robotics. The company specializes in advanced manufacturing, digital fabrication, adaptive textiles, and robotic manufacturing tools. Otherlab nurtures projects through the initial research and development phase, facilitating the creation of innovative technologies and enabling enterprises to raise capital and transition into independent operations. Its expertise also includes computational geometry and design tools, contributing to advancements in automation and engineered textiles.
Bloomfield Robotics
Grant in 2019
Bloomfield Robotics has continuous ai inspection that digitalizes the health and performance of every plant from seed to harvest. It is to help growers precisely, efficiently, and affordably assess every plant. Their technology is an innovative, easy-to-use, and cost-effective combination of ground-based image capture and deep learning-based processing.
Moltex Energy
Grant in 2019
Moltex Energy is a leader in nuclear technology, focusing on the development of its Stable Salt Reactor - Wasteburner (SSR-W), which offers a carbon-free electricity generation solution. This innovative reactor design utilizes recycled nuclear waste as fuel, produced through Moltex's proprietary Waste To Stable Salt (WATSS) recycling process. The SSR-W provides reliable, large-scale power generation ranging from 300 to 500 MWe per reactor, while its inherent safety features make it suitable for a variety of community settings. Additionally, the integration of GridReserve technology allows energy from the SSR-W to be stored as heat and released to the grid during peak demand, enhancing the reliability of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Moltex Energy has been selected by NB Power to advance its reactor technology in New Brunswick, Canada, aiming to deploy its first SSR-W, WATSS, and GridReserve units at the Point Lepreau site.
Achates Power
Grant in 2019
Achates Power, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that develops and manufactures internal combustion engines for various sectors, including commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, military, maritime, and stationary power industries. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Achates Power's innovative engine designs are compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent fuel efficiency and emissions standards without incurring significant additional costs or complexities. In addition to engine development, the company offers engineering services and technology licenses, providing clients with access to its designs, expertise, tools, control software, and patents.
Southwest Research Institute
Grant in 2018
Southwest Research Institute is an independent, non-profit organization benefiting the government, industry, and the public through innovative science and technology. It is an applied research and development organization that has a staff that specializes in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and the physical sciences. Its technical divisions offer a wide range of technical expertise and services in such areas as engine design and development, emissions certification testing, fuels and lubricants evaluation, chemistry, space science, nondestructive evaluation, automation, mechanical engineering, electronics, and more. The organization’s total revenue for fiscal year 2014 was 549 million U.S. dollars and spent more than 6.9 million U.S. dollars for internal research to develop innovative technologies that benefits clients through technology transfer as part of funded projects. Southwest Research Institute was established in 1947 by Thomas Baker Slick Jr. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Grant in 2018
National Renewable Energy Laboratory is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Backed by 33 years of achievement, NREL leads the way in helping meet the growing demand for clean energy.
Aquanis
Grant in 2018
Aquanis' mission is to reduce the cost of wind energy by improving the aerodynamic performance of wind turbines. Our blade-mounted plasma actuators extend the turbine's service life and enable the design of larger, more efficient turbines, by countering unsteady aerodynamic forces.
Form Energy
Grant in 2018
Form Energy, Inc. specializes in the development of long-duration energy storage systems aimed at enhancing the reliability of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Founded in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company focuses on creating low-cost battery systems, including its innovative iron-air battery technology, which allows for energy storage over extended periods. This capability enables the dispatch of renewable energy throughout the year, effectively replacing traditional fossil fuel-based generation and contributing to the decarbonization of the electric grid. Additionally, Form Energy offers Formware, a capacity expansion software tool designed to optimize energy management. The company's technological advancements are rooted in research from MIT and are supported by various investors committed to sustainable energy solutions.
Tour Engine
Grant in 2018
With the mission of developing the revolutionary opposed-cylinder split-cycle internal combustion engine and proving its superior qualities, Tour Engine, Inc. was founded in 2006. Since then, step-by-step, Tour Engine, Inc. has been developing and testing its unique technology. Within less than a year the Chief of Research and Development, Hugo Tour, and his team, successfully designed and built an operating split-cycle TourEngine™ prototype. Together with a positive feasibility report from one of the leading provider of engineering services to the world's automotive industry, and positive results from two independent thermodynamic studies conducted by consultants out of academia and a leading US national laboratory, and verified by a third independent thermodynamic study by a team at a major OEM, Tour Engine is focusing on developing and testing the next generation of prototypes. Utilizing existing relationships with leading academic institutions and personnel and working on establishing joint development projects with several major OEMs, we will rapidly produce a fully tested prototype that demonstrates the leap in efficiency, reduction in harmful emissions, and potential applications to the current internal combustion market. Our Simple approach, to design the TourEngine™ based on standard cylinder/piston technology, will allow manufacturers a relatively easy transition into production.
Liminal
Grant in 2017
Liminal operates as a battery manufacturing intelligence provider that utilizes data and analytics. Its mission is to make electric vehicles the default option for any driver. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Emeryville, California.
Sunfolding
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Sunfolding, Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of solar mounts and trackers for photovoltaic systems. The company's flagship product, the Sunfolding T29 Horizontal Single Axis Tracker, incorporates innovative AirDrive technology, which replaces traditional tracker motors and gearboxes with durable, wear-free components. This advancement simplifies the design and installation process, enhances layout flexibility, and increases overall system reliability. Sunfolding aims to provide cost-effective solutions that improve performance for stakeholders in the solar sector. The company's executive team comprises industry veterans with extensive experience in developing and launching solar technologies, contributing to the growing adoption of solar energy solutions across the United States.
SLIPS Technologies
Grant in 2017
SLIPS Technologies (slipstechnologies.com) is the leader in providing customized solutions for sticky problems in materials. We create highly-repellent slippery surfaces for customers in all industries including: energy, packaging, consumer, automotive and environmental. Our portfolio of pioneering and award-winning technologies and our years of know-how were created at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering and the Harvard University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
Skycool Systems
Grant in 2016
SkyCool Systems Inc., based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative cooling and refrigeration systems. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes radiative cooling technology, which involves specially designed optical films that are highly reflective to sunlight and effective at emitting thermal radiation into space. This technology allows their rooftop cooling panels to operate passively during the day, even in high temperatures. SkyCool's systems can serve as add-ons to existing air conditioning and refrigeration setups, and in some cases, can replace traditional air condensing units. By providing sustainable and energy-efficient solutions, SkyCool Systems aims to help customers reduce their energy costs and carbon footprints, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
Aspen Aerogels
Grant in 2016
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and sale of high-performance aerogel insulation products targeted primarily at the energy infrastructure and building materials markets. The company’s offerings include a range of products such as Pyrogel XTE, which mitigates corrosion under insulation in energy systems, and Cryogel Z, designed for cryogenic applications. These products are notably more effective than traditional insulation materials, providing superior thermal performance with reduced weight and thickness. Aspen Aerogels also extends its expertise through contract research services for various U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts, the company has established a global presence, focusing on innovation within its core markets.
Starfire Energy
Grant in 2015
Starfire Energy develops and deploys sustainable energy technologies. It has developed a way to make clean liquid fuel from wind and solar power. The fuel is NH3 which is currently used as fertilizer and as a refrigerant but is also an energy-dense liquid fuel. Liquid fuel synthesis from clean energy is the next critical technology for sustainable energy. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.
Helion Energy
Grant in 2015
Helion Energy, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Redmond, Washington, is dedicated to developing fusion power technology aimed at generating unlimited clean electricity. The company designs and manufactures fusion engines and related equipment, with a focus on commercializing fusion energy. Helion has successfully tested several prototypes, including Trenta, and is actively working on its Polaris project, which represents a significant step towards the realization of operational fusion power plants.
Semprius
Grant in 2015
Semprius, Inc. is a company focused on the design, development, and manufacture of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) solar modules aimed at generating solar energy. Based in Durham, North Carolina, Semprius utilizes a unique micro-transfer printing technology that enables the production of high-performance and reliable CPV modules at a low cost, making solar power generation economically feasible in sunny and arid climates. The company’s products are targeted for utility, commercial, industrial, and government applications and are distributed through integrators and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms. In addition to its solar applications, Semprius is licensing its micro-transfer printing technology for non-solar uses, which can facilitate the development of innovative products such as flat-panel displays, flexible electronics, and large-area sensors. Founded in 2005, Semprius continues to advance its technology to enable scalable production and broad applications in the semiconductor industry.
Primus Power
Series C in 2014
Primus Power is a privately held, Northern California based producer of flow batteries: Big Batteries for the Smart Grid. These patented, liquid batteries provide flexible capacity from 25kW to 25MW, for stationary, grid scale applications. Primus' EnergyPod provides 5 hours of energy discharge and a long twenty year life span. These Zinc Bromine batteries are safe and low maintenance. The company has systems installed and working in the field both domestically and internationally and has a growing backlog. The second generation EnergyPod 2 announced production February 21, 2017 with a reduced footprint, low cost of goods, and high reliability components to deliver superior power density. The company has proven technology with installed systems that are working in the field. Investors include Nancy Pfund at DBL Investors, Vancouver based Chrysalix Energy VC, I2BF, Palo Alto based Kleiner Perkins, Anglo American, Rusnano, and Kazyna Capital Management.
Enzinc
Grant in 2014
Enzinc is a company focused on developing advanced rechargeable zinc-air batteries, utilizing innovative technology to enhance energy storage solutions. Their batteries, made from a zinc metal nano-sponge, provide energy levels comparable to lithium-ion batteries while being cost-effective, akin to lead-acid alternatives. Enzinc's products aim to deliver a cleaner and safer energy source for a variety of applications, capitalizing on zinc's high energy density and recyclability. This approach not only addresses energy performance but also promotes sustainability in the battery manufacturing industry.
Kyma Technologies
Venture Round in 2013
Kyma's mission is to create innovative materials & device technologies that support a greener planet and a better quality of life. Kyma's portfolio of products and services includes crystalline wide bandgap semiconductor (WBGS) and ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor (UWBGS) materials as well as select crystal growth tools for producing such materials and select devices fabricated from such materials. Kyma's portfolio of WBGS & UWBGS materials includes GaN, AlGaN, AlN, Ga2O3, and diamond. Kyma also offers plasma vapor deposition (PVD) and hydride vapor phase epitaxy (HVPE) crystal growth systems. Kyma's device product line includes GaN based high speed photoconductive semiconductor switch (PCSS) devices and select custom devices. Kyma offers device design, development, and fabrication services, materials characterization services, and has a full machine shop which customers can access in several different ways.
Arzeda
Grant in 2013
Arzeda Corporation is a synthetic biology company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in the development and manufacture of proteins and enzymes for various applications, including pharmaceuticals, polymers, and industrial chemicals. Founded in 2008, Arzeda utilizes advanced technology that combines physics-based protein design with artificial intelligence algorithms to create and validate new designer proteins and enzymes. The company aims to provide innovative solutions that offer competitive performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability, addressing the needs of clients in diverse industries.
Revolt Technology
Grant in 2010
ReVolt Technology is a technology company, which is developing a rechargeable zinc-air battery. ReVolt's batteries may enable more high-power consumer devices, electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. The technology is a result of six years of intense research and development at SINTEF (the largest independent research institute in Scandinavia). Research on material combinations has solved issues historically related to the metal-air technology; power, lifetime and rechargeability.
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