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Earth is the creators of soil transformation, an environmentally-friendly alternative to burial and cremation. Over a 30-day process, they gently transform a body into nutrient-rich soil. Families receive a portion of this soil - to scatter or plant - and the remaining soil is sent to conservation land that we acquire, to restore and protect it for future generations. Their experience is carbon neutral, digital-first and underpinned by best-in-class family care. Earth is headquartered in Seattle, Washington and was founded in 2020.

ION Storage Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacture of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, targeting industries such as defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, the company focuses on developing batteries that are energy dense and safe for diverse applications. Their innovative solid-state battery technology features a design consisting of two sponges on either side of a thin ceramic separator, utilizing low-cost, non-flammable materials. This approach not only enhances safety but also ensures the batteries are lightweight and compact, making them suitable for various environments and mission-critical needs.

AirMyne is a next-generation Direct Air Capture company building a technology that removes CO2 from the air. AirMyne's patented process uses a liquid capture agent and a low-temperature thermal regeneration process. The technology can integrate with various low-carbon energy sources and uses inputs that are low-cost and easy to source. Founded by deep tech industry veterans via Y Combinator in 2022, AirMyne is now scaling high-quality carbon removal.

Heart Aerospace AB, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with an additional location in Palo Alto, California, focuses on developing an electric regional airliner aimed at enhancing sustainable transportation for regional travel. The company's flagship aircraft, the ES-19, is designed to accommodate nineteen passengers and boasts an operational range of 400 kilometers. Heart Aerospace seeks to significantly reduce fuel and maintenance costs compared to traditional aircraft while achieving zero operational emissions. The innovative design allows for a low infrastructural footprint, facilitating the use of small airports located near city centers. Heart's objective is to secure certification for the ES-19 for commercial operations by 2026, aligning with its mission to provide affordable and environmentally friendly travel options across the globe.

Fortera is focused on developing innovative cement products that significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions associated with concrete production. The company has created a process that captures industrial carbon emissions and mineralizes them to produce a less carbon-intensive form of concrete. This method not only aims to lower the environmental impact of construction but also enhances the performance characteristics of their products compared to traditional concrete. By providing a more sustainable alternative, Fortera contributes to the global effort to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, addressing a critical challenge in the construction industry.

Capra Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on the efficient and low-carbon production of everyday chemicals through innovative bioreactor technology. The company has developed a biofilm bioreactor platform that aims to enhance the bio-manufacturing process by significantly reducing downstream processing requirements and associated costs. This technology facilitates the production of a variety of bio-based chemicals, including hydrophobic products like retinol and performance lubricants, thus advancing sustainable practices in the chemical industry.

Carbo Culture Oy, founded in 2016 and based in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in producing biochar from waste biomass by employing a carbon sequestration process that captures carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The company transforms orchard waste into high-quality biochar using patented reactors, which serves various applications, including soil enhancement and contamination remediation. This biochar helps improve soil health by retaining water and nutrients, while also supporting beneficial microorganisms. Additionally, Carbo Culture's innovative approach generates renewable energy and contributes to the creation of significant carbon credits, promoting sustainable practices in agriculture and construction.

Earth is the creators of soil transformation, an environmentally-friendly alternative to burial and cremation. Over a 30-day process, they gently transform a body into nutrient-rich soil. Families receive a portion of this soil - to scatter or plant - and the remaining soil is sent to conservation land that we acquire, to restore and protect it for future generations. Their experience is carbon neutral, digital-first and underpinned by best-in-class family care. Earth is headquartered in Seattle, Washington and was founded in 2020.

Glydways, formerly known as Wayfarer, is a transportation technology and clean energy company located in South San Francisco, California. The company focuses on designing, manufacturing, installing, and operating affordable autonomous transportation systems that cater to various capacity needs, including low, medium, and extremely high-capacity demands. Glydways aims to transform mobility and public transportation by providing a system that operates profitably at existing mass transit fares. Its solutions are designed for efficiency, featuring a small physical and environmental footprint, with zero greenhouse gas emissions. By offering a personal, private car experience, Glydways enhances passenger capacity while minimizing costs and environmental impact.

Hyfé is a feedstock processing company focused on transforming food waste into valuable chemicals, materials, fuels, and foods through fungal fermentation. By upcycling waste generated in food manufacturing, Hyfé aims to create sustainable, cost-competitive products that benefit various industries. This innovative approach not only maximizes profits for food manufacturers but also helps reduce the carbon footprint of the food industry, promoting a more sustainable future. The company is dedicated to unlocking the full value of crops, allowing for the production of essential goods without reliance on petroleum.

Haddy is a manufacturer of 3D-printed furniture that focuses on creating innovative home furnishings through digital manufacturing techniques. Utilizing machine learning, the company produces a diverse range of products made from various materials, including technical and biological polymer composites, wood, metal, marble, and leather. Haddy's commitment to durability and sustainability allows customers to access high-quality furniture solutions that meet modern design and environmental standards.

Venus Aerospace is a startup aerospace company established in 2020 that specializes in hypersonic transportation. The company is dedicated to engineering solutions that enable one-hour global transport, aiming to connect the world more efficiently and safely. Venus Aerospace focuses on developing rotating detonation rocket engines and high-speed vehicles for various applications, including research, defense, and commercial missions. With a team of experts that includes PhDs, rocket scientists, and engineers, the company addresses significant challenges in aerospace by achieving speeds of up to Mach 9.

Mycocycle is an environmental remediation company that offers a process to decarbonize waste streams using fungi via mycoremediation. Treatment through our engineered ecosystems renders a non-toxic biomass available for use in the manufacture of new products. Our clients are waste management companies, landfill operators, material recycling facilities, manufacturers of petrochemical materials who want to become closed-loop in their process, and advanced materials manufacturers.

ION Storage Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacture of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, targeting industries such as defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, the company focuses on developing batteries that are energy dense and safe for diverse applications. Their innovative solid-state battery technology features a design consisting of two sponges on either side of a thin ceramic separator, utilizing low-cost, non-flammable materials. This approach not only enhances safety but also ensures the batteries are lightweight and compact, making them suitable for various environments and mission-critical needs.

Ecolink AI is a climate verification and reward platform enabling businesses to verify their sustainable goods and assets, create interactive "nutrition labels" and issue digital token rewards. Ecolink AI is part of the broader Ecosapiens community of 1M+ followers and subscribers.

Vayu Robotics is an AI robotics company that focuses on developing and commercializing advanced robotics technology for autonomous systems. The company creates a scalable mobile robotics platform that leverages bio-inspired sensing and machine learning to deliver low-cost, environmentally sustainable, and highly adaptable autonomous solutions. By integrating purposeful robotic design, Vayu Robotics aims to enhance the capabilities of automotive sensing and autonomous vehicles, providing users with innovative tools for a variety of applications in the robotics industry.

Team Wildfire specializes in developing innovative solutions for wildfire suppression and environmental protection. The company manufactures advanced jet engine sprays designed to effectively suppress fires, capture embers, defend structures, and enhance the safety of evacuation routes. Through the application of sophisticated engineering, tactics, and chemistries, Team Wildfire addresses a range of environmental challenges, including wildfire management, reforestation efforts, dust control, oil spill remediation, and protection against nuclear and biological threats. By focusing on these critical areas, the company aims to safeguard people, property, and the environment.

Mojave Energy Systems specializes in providing energy-efficient air conditioning solutions designed for commercial building applications, such as grocery stores, hospitals, schools, and natatoriums. The company manufactures advanced equipment, including a thermally regenerated liquid desiccant air conditioner that not only enhances indoor comfort but also operates reliably. This innovative system costs approximately the same as competing products while delivering significant energy savings, using about half the energy of traditional air conditioning systems. By focusing on reducing energy consumption and minimizing the carbon footprint associated with air conditioning, Mojave Energy Systems enables clients to achieve cost savings and contribute to environmental sustainability.

AirMyne is a next-generation Direct Air Capture company building a technology that removes CO2 from the air. AirMyne's patented process uses a liquid capture agent and a low-temperature thermal regeneration process. The technology can integrate with various low-carbon energy sources and uses inputs that are low-cost and easy to source. Founded by deep tech industry veterans via Y Combinator in 2022, AirMyne is now scaling high-quality carbon removal.

Ecolink AI is a climate verification and reward platform enabling businesses to verify their sustainable goods and assets, create interactive "nutrition labels" and issue digital token rewards. Ecolink AI is part of the broader Ecosapiens community of 1M+ followers and subscribers.

ION Storage Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacture of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, targeting industries such as defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, the company focuses on developing batteries that are energy dense and safe for diverse applications. Their innovative solid-state battery technology features a design consisting of two sponges on either side of a thin ceramic separator, utilizing low-cost, non-flammable materials. This approach not only enhances safety but also ensures the batteries are lightweight and compact, making them suitable for various environments and mission-critical needs.

Treehouse is a venture-backed software-enabled home electrification startup focused on delivering turnkey EV charging solutions to EV buyers at the point of sale.

Sepion Technologies is an advanced membrane company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing a suite of highly-tunable nanoscale membranes for various industrial applications, particularly in the energy storage sector. Sepion focuses on manufacturing innovative products, including lithium-metal batteries, by integrating nanoscience, polymer chemistry, and cell engineering. Its proprietary composite membrane serves as a cost-effective alternative to traditional ceramic separators used in lithium batteries, offering improved performance and the capability to be produced in large-area formats. This innovation enables battery manufacturers to enhance energy density in their products, thereby advancing the overall efficiency of energy storage solutions.

Zordi operates an innovative agricultural technology platform that features an autonomous modular greenhouse system, utilizing advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. The company focuses on enhancing agricultural operations through automation, enabling precise pest management, efficient harvesting, and effective packing processes. By integrating these technologies, Zordi aims to improve the reliability and effectiveness of consumer solutions in the agriculture sector. The platform is designed to support distributed greenhouse farms located near urban centers, facilitating the delivery of fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables to consumers while providing a significant return on investment for operators.

Juno Residential, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the development of residential apartments. Established in 2018, Juno Residential specializes in creating prefabricated housing solutions that prioritize environmental sustainability. The company employs innovative prefabrication techniques and utilizes organic, low-carbon materials such as mass timber to construct modern and curated living spaces. By offering these eco-friendly and efficient housing alternatives, Juno aims to address the growing demand for sustainable residential options.

FreeWire Technologies, Inc. specializes in mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers and battery-integrated charging solutions. Founded in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces various models, including the Mobi Charger series, which caters to different charging needs with options for manual operation and semi-autonomous functionality. FreeWire's flagship product, the Boost Charger, connects to existing low-voltage utility services and provides high-power charging without requiring significant grid upgrades. This innovative technology allows for ultrafast EV charging, making it suitable for diverse applications, including commercial customers, fleets, and retail locations. FreeWire has established partnerships with major companies and is actively deploying its solutions across the U.S. and internationally, including a collaboration with bp pulse in the UK. By offering clean and efficient power alternatives, FreeWire aims to support the transition away from fossil fuels and enhance the EV charging infrastructure.

Cultured Decadence is a startup based in Madison, Wisconsin, focused on cellular aquaculture to produce crustacean products. Founded in 2020, the company employs innovative cell culture and tissue engineering techniques to create lobster and crab meat directly from the animals' cells, eliminating shell, organs, and waste. This approach addresses the increasing global demand for sustainable and nutritious seafood, offering a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fishing methods.

Picnic is an innovative online supermarket that focuses on delivering groceries directly to consumers' homes at competitive prices without any delivery fees. The company's platform enables users to conveniently place orders for fast-moving consumer goods, sourcing products from local suppliers such as bakers and greengrocers. Picnic utilizes electric vehicles for its delivery operations, ensuring an environmentally friendly approach to grocery shopping. By combining technology with a modern take on traditional home delivery services, Picnic aims to provide a seamless and cost-effective shopping experience for its customers.

Endless West is a beverage startup focused on producing innovative wines and spirits using scientific methods. The company creates its products at a molecular level by extracting flavor, aroma, and color molecules from various plants and substances, eliminating the need for traditional ingredients like grapes and yeast. This approach allows Endless West to craft sustainable beverages without fermentation, significantly reducing the resources required for production, such as wood, water, and land. Its flagship product, Glyph, is an aged-style spirit that showcases this pioneering technique, offering consumers a unique drinking experience while promoting environmental sustainability.

Fresh Bowl, Inc. is a food company based in New York that specializes in providing fresh-prepared meals through innovative vending machines. Founded in 2017, the company offers a unique zero-packaging waste solution for on-the-go dining, featuring a variety of products including salads, snacks, beverages, and signature smoothie bowls. These vending machines are stocked daily and utilize environmentally friendly glass jars to promote sustainability. Fresh Bowl aims to deliver convenient, healthy food options while minimizing its ecological footprint, making it a pioneering player in the sustainable food vending market.

Good Goods is an online marketplace dedicated to promoting ethical goods and fostering responsible consumption. With a focus on transparency, the platform connects consumers with producers who prioritize sustainability and ethical practices in the fashion industry, which is known for its significant environmental impact and human rights violations. Good Goods aims to disrupt traditional consumer habits by providing detailed information about the production processes behind each item, empowering consumers to make informed decisions based on ethical considerations rather than mere aesthetics or trends. By sharing the stories behind the products, Good Goods encourages individuals to consider the broader implications of their purchases and fosters a community that values meaningful consumption. The company envisions a world where ethical practices are standard, creating opportunities for those in need and promoting a positive impact on the environment and society.

Thousand Fell is a sustainably sourced and recyclable line of sneakers. Our core product is made of twelve biodegradable or recyclable 'ingredients' including aloe vera, castor bean, coconut, sugar cane, palm leaf, and recycled water bottles. We are also launching subscription refurbishment kits in order to extend product life (the “cobbler model” for sneakers through the DTC lens). Finally we are building a backend digital closet to create transparency around product and material circularity, while incentivizing customers to return and recycle their shoes.

Tipa has developed breakthrough 100% biodegradable and compostable flexible packaging solutions for food and beverages. Imitating nature’s and just like an orange peel, their packaging solutions bring a new generation of packaging that easily biodegrade post-consumption and reduce dramatically their impact on the environment. Ranging from simple one-ply films to complex multi-layer products, their packaging solutions offer a combination of superior properties in almost every aspect including high yield, flexibility, transparency, impact strength, and barrier properties.

Welcome to the first-ever zero-waste wipes. - Upcycled, unbleached cotton that biodegrades fast and is better for your skin - First-of-its-kind recyclable packaging - Real skincare benefits thanks to cosmetic quality ingredients We've been featured in Business Insider, Forbes, Reader's Digest, BuzzFeed, Bustle, Total Beauty, and Beauty Independent.

DigiSure is focused on becoming a leader in trust, safety, and insurance for digital businesses, particularly in mobility marketplaces. By providing on-demand insurance services, the company aims to empower its partners with unprecedented access to user data, enabling them to manage their insurance ecosystems effectively. Founded in 2018 by experienced professionals from the insurance, mobility, and sharing economy sectors, DigiSure leverages connected data and automation to enhance risk management, making it more transparent and responsive. The company's platform includes services such as screening, insurance management, and claims processing for mobility and short-term rental operators. Based in San Francisco, DigiSure aspires to create a safer, more secure, and environmentally friendly world by reimagining insurance for future mobility.

Ceradis develops and markets innovative environmental friendly solutions for plant nutrition, crop protection and formulation technology. Ceradis products have a patented formulation, optimal activity of the ingredients and excellent handling characteristics for the end-users.

Optimus Ride is a self-driving vehicle company located in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of technologies aimed at creating efficient, sustainable, and equitable mobility systems. As a spinoff from MIT, the company leverages over 30 years of interdisciplinary research in self-driving technologies, electric vehicles, and mobility-on-demand systems. Its team possesses extensive industrial and entrepreneurial expertise, encompassing areas such as manufacturing robots, urban design, and shared vehicle fleet management. Optimus Ride focuses on implementing self-driving technology in geofenced environments, utilizing advancements in sensor fusion, mapping, computer vision, and machine learning. This enables a wide range of transportation solutions, from commercial vessel operations to various transit options.

Juno Residential, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the development of residential apartments. Established in 2018, Juno Residential specializes in creating prefabricated housing solutions that prioritize environmental sustainability. The company employs innovative prefabrication techniques and utilizes organic, low-carbon materials such as mass timber to construct modern and curated living spaces. By offering these eco-friendly and efficient housing alternatives, Juno aims to address the growing demand for sustainable residential options.

FreeWire Technologies, Inc. specializes in mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers and battery-integrated charging solutions. Founded in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces various models, including the Mobi Charger series, which caters to different charging needs with options for manual operation and semi-autonomous functionality. FreeWire's flagship product, the Boost Charger, connects to existing low-voltage utility services and provides high-power charging without requiring significant grid upgrades. This innovative technology allows for ultrafast EV charging, making it suitable for diverse applications, including commercial customers, fleets, and retail locations. FreeWire has established partnerships with major companies and is actively deploying its solutions across the U.S. and internationally, including a collaboration with bp pulse in the UK. By offering clean and efficient power alternatives, FreeWire aims to support the transition away from fossil fuels and enhance the EV charging infrastructure.

AVA is a developer of a lightweight health device that monitors and filters pollutants. Its health device uses air quality sensors to filter small particles, which can be charged using a USB port and regulated through an application with the increasing levels of air impurities that enable users to protect themselves from specific pollutant details that can negatively affect their health.

Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent cars by the hour or day through its app. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several cities across the United States, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Getaround’s platform utilizes patented technology to provide a contactless experience, eliminating the need for traditional rental procedures such as waiting in line or meeting car owners. Users can choose from a variety of vehicles, including luxury cars and trucks, while benefiting from included insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance. This model not only offers convenience but also helps car owners earn extra income, thereby reducing the cost of car ownership and promoting environmental sustainability.

Mighty Buildings, Inc. is a construction technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in manufacturing 3D printed custom homes, aiming to disrupt the residential housing market through innovative techniques. Utilizing a proprietary building material known as Light Stone Material (LSM), which resembles synthetic stone, Mighty Buildings enhances the construction process by making it faster and eliminating waste. LSM also offers better temperature regulation compared to traditional materials like concrete, wood, or steel. In addition to 3D printing, Mighty Buildings employs robotics and automation to develop prefabricated, environmentally friendly, and climate-resilient homes. The company's approach to modular construction is designed to provide affordable smart housing solutions while supporting urban development.

AVA is a developer of a lightweight health device that monitors and filters pollutants. Its health device uses air quality sensors to filter small particles, which can be charged using a USB port and regulated through an application with the increasing levels of air impurities that enable users to protect themselves from specific pollutant details that can negatively affect their health.

FreeWire Technologies, Inc. specializes in mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers and battery-integrated charging solutions. Founded in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces various models, including the Mobi Charger series, which caters to different charging needs with options for manual operation and semi-autonomous functionality. FreeWire's flagship product, the Boost Charger, connects to existing low-voltage utility services and provides high-power charging without requiring significant grid upgrades. This innovative technology allows for ultrafast EV charging, making it suitable for diverse applications, including commercial customers, fleets, and retail locations. FreeWire has established partnerships with major companies and is actively deploying its solutions across the U.S. and internationally, including a collaboration with bp pulse in the UK. By offering clean and efficient power alternatives, FreeWire aims to support the transition away from fossil fuels and enhance the EV charging infrastructure.

FreeWire Technologies, Inc. specializes in mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers and battery-integrated charging solutions. Founded in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company produces various models, including the Mobi Charger series, which caters to different charging needs with options for manual operation and semi-autonomous functionality. FreeWire's flagship product, the Boost Charger, connects to existing low-voltage utility services and provides high-power charging without requiring significant grid upgrades. This innovative technology allows for ultrafast EV charging, making it suitable for diverse applications, including commercial customers, fleets, and retail locations. FreeWire has established partnerships with major companies and is actively deploying its solutions across the U.S. and internationally, including a collaboration with bp pulse in the UK. By offering clean and efficient power alternatives, FreeWire aims to support the transition away from fossil fuels and enhance the EV charging infrastructure.

PastureMap helps ranchers and farmers make profits building healthy grasslands. The company builds a global regenerative agriculture movement that is restores soil health, sequestering carbon, and provides clean water while feeding local communities.