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Modern Synthesis is a biotechnology company that develops biofabricated materials by converting bacterial nanocellulose, a by‑product of fermentation, into sustainable textiles and coatings. Its materials offer performance and aesthetics without plastics, petrochemicals, or animal inputs, enabling durable options for the fashion industry and beyond. The process leverages abundant raw materials and integrates with existing manufacturing infrastructure to scale production without starting from scratch, helping brands replace animal leather and plastic‑based textiles while reducing environmental impact and expanding design possibilities.

Ohmie Go specializes in e-mobility solutions for buildings, focusing on energy management technology that enhances the intelligence and responsiveness of both buildings and vehicles in real-time. The company offers a platform that facilitates smart home and vehicle-sharing services within various structures, such as residential buildings and hotels. Through its smartphone application, Ohmie Go enables property owners to provide residents, tenants, and guests with on-demand access to electric vehicles on-site. This innovative approach not only improves convenience for users but also allows clients to better manage energy consumption and optimize resources within their properties.

Bygen develops sustainable and tailored activated carbon for filtration across industries, including drinking water and wastewater treatment, soil remediation, gas scrubbing, and gold recovery. It employs a low-temperature activation method that lowers production costs while reducing water and fossil-fuel consumption, contributing to carbon-negative production. The company's products support remediation of polluted soil, water, and air and enable more efficient filtration in environmental and industrial applications.

BlockTexx is an early-stage clean technology company focused on recovering polyester and cellulose from textiles and clothing. Utilizing a patent-pending process developed in Australia, the company employs chemical recovery technology and advanced manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality recycled materials, specifically rPET pellets and cellulose powder, from textile waste. BlockTexx operates at the end of the value chain, targeting the significant environmental impact and revenue potential associated with raw materials and end-of-use solutions. Its innovative multi-fiber recycling ecosystem diverts textiles from landfills, promoting a sustainable future for the global textile recycling industry.

Sicona develops advanced lithium-ion battery technology focused on enhancing anode performance. Its silicon-composite anode technology, perfected over a decade at AIIM, offers up to 233% higher capacity than conventional graphite anodes and delivers 50-75% higher cell energy density.

Savic Motorcycles is a manufacturer specializing in high-performance electric motorcycles aimed at transforming the light e-mobility industry. The company has developed a flexible production platform that allows for the integration of advanced technology with exceptional usability and strong performance. One of its key offerings includes a café-racer model that operates solely on electricity and features a customizable dashboard to monitor the motorcycle's performance and navigation. By focusing on electric vehicles, Savic Motorcycles is committed to promoting sustainable transportation solutions while providing a range of related apparel such as T-shirts, jeans, and accessories.

Zetifi specializes in wireless network technology designed to enhance mobile broadband coverage for farms, vehicles, and machinery in rural and remote locations.

On2Cook is a manufacturer of smart kitchen appliances focused on faster, convenient cooking. The company develops a patent-granted device that can cook with flame and microwaves simultaneously, using a combination of induction heating, flame, and safe microwave technology. The system aims to preserve color, texture, and water-soluble nutrients while reducing cooking time. It includes an IoT-enabled app that supports automated cooking and connections to food delivery services, as well as recipe sharing. The device is designed to streamline home cooking and enable seamless integration with digital food services, offering users a more efficient, versatile cooking experience.

Zero Cow Factory is pioneering the production of animal-free milk protein and dairy products using bioengineering and precision fermentation. Their patented technology replicates nature-identical milk proteins, creating ethical, safe, and delicious alternatives to traditional dairy products that are free from lactose, antibiotics, hormones, cholesterol, and saturated fat. This process is also environmentally friendly, requiring significantly less land, water, energy, and greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional dairy production.

5B Australia Pty Ltd, founded in 2013 by solar engineers Chris McGrath and Eden Tehan, specializes in the engineering, procurement, and construction of large-scale solar farms. Based in Alexandria, Australia, the company has developed an innovative prefabricated solar array technology known as MAVERICK, which allows for rapid deployment and installation by small teams. This accordion-style design revolutionizes traditional solar farm construction by enabling a shift from unpredictable field environments to controlled factory settings, enhancing efficiency and quality control while reducing risks. 5B's commitment to innovation has led it to shape the future of clean energy and make it more accessible and competitive globally. The company has worked on over 140 projects worldwide, focusing on transforming the solar supply chain and supporting a global transition to sustainable power solutions. The name "5B" reflects the vast energy potential of the planet, emphasizing the need to harness solar power efficiently. As it continues to expand its partnerships and project deployments, 5B aims to provide the fastest, safest, and most cost-effective solar array solutions for its customers.

Liftango is a global technology company that specializes in shared mobility solutions. It develops and operates on-demand shared transport systems, working with prominent organizations worldwide to plan, launch, and scale these programs. By optimizing public transportation networks and promoting sustainable travel options, Liftango helps reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a more climate-positive future.

Founded in Australia in 2018, Diffuse Energy specializes in manufacturing innovative small wind turbines. These turbines are designed for diverse industries such as telecommunications, agriculture, mining, and remote communities, offering efficient energy solutions alongside existing technologies like solar PV and battery storage.

Income Energy, founded in 2018 and based in Chippendale, Australia, specializes in renewable energy and environmental consulting services. The company focuses on providing comprehensive support for commercial solar investments, offering end-to-end solutions that encompass system design, project management, installation, maintenance, and long-term monitoring. By assisting landlords in investing in solar systems, Income Energy aims to maximize their return on investment and help them realize the full potential of solar energy.

Emmi is an Australian fintech focused on carbon risk solutions. It developed a carbon auditing platform that calculates financed emissions and assesses climate risk for investment portfolios. The platform combines advanced algorithms, broad data coverage, and carbon pricing integration to help financial institutions and investors evaluate climate-related risks and incorporate carbon costs into investment decisions, supporting a sustainable future.

Liftango is a global technology company that specializes in shared mobility solutions. It develops and operates on-demand shared transport systems, working with prominent organizations worldwide to plan, launch, and scale these programs. By optimizing public transportation networks and promoting sustainable travel options, Liftango helps reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a more climate-positive future.

Enosi operates an energy trading and settlement platform that matches site-specific, half-hourly energy demand with generation across the grid. It enables communities to allocate, sort and settle energy supply among members and to deliver price and usage data to a common retailer for straightforward monthly billing. The platform also supports enterprise use by enabling generation, storage and control of electricity, and allows community members to trade energy at an agreed price with peers, regardless of grid location, helping participants reduce power costs and improve transparency and choice.

Sicona develops advanced lithium-ion battery technology focused on enhancing anode performance. Its silicon-composite anode technology, perfected over a decade at AIIM, offers up to 233% higher capacity than conventional graphite anodes and delivers 50-75% higher cell energy density.

Wildfire Energy is a developer specializing in distributed energy solutions and hydrogen recovery from waste and residual biomass. The company employs a proprietary gasification process designed for syngas conversion, which effectively transforms low-value biomass and waste into renewable energy products. This technology not only eliminates the need for landfills but also allows for the cost-effective conversion of these feedstocks into high-quality syngas, facilitating the generation of electricity and the production of fuels and chemicals such as hydrogen and ammonia. Wildfire Energy's innovative approach enables clients to harness the potential of waste materials, promoting sustainability and energy efficiency.

The Raging Pig Company is a German foodtech startup based in Hamburg, founded in 2022. It develops and distributes plant-based pork alternatives, focusing on products such as vegan bacon and a German sausage alternative. The company aims to reduce animal farming by offering cruelty-free pork substitutes and healthier plant-based options, with the goal of replacing 1.5 billion pigs in the global food system.

Cell Farm is a pioneering clean meat startup based in Latin America, focused on developing and standardizing biotechnological processes to produce meat from animal stem cells. By cultivating meat from these cells instead of raising animals, Cell Farm aims to provide a sustainable alternative that addresses environmental concerns, promotes consumer health, and adheres to ethical standards. The company plays a significant role in transforming the food system, contributing to a more sustainable future for humanity.

Southern Green Gas is a climate tech manufacturing firm developing renewable energy systems that produce carbon‑neutral fuels such as renewable methane and methanol, and offer solar‑powered carbon capture to remove excess CO₂. The company’s technology enables the production of fuels that can be transported through existing infrastructure, aiming to bring sustainable technology to the global energy industry.

TurtleTree Labs is a Singapore-based biotechnology company focused on producing real milk from animal cells. Founded in 2019, it uses mammary cell-based technology to produce dairy ingredients and milk in food production facilities without the involvement of live animals, enabling animal-free, sustainable dairy products for manufacturers, infant nutrition providers, and health-focused consumers.

Savic Motorcycles is a manufacturer specializing in high-performance electric motorcycles aimed at transforming the light e-mobility industry. The company has developed a flexible production platform that allows for the integration of advanced technology with exceptional usability and strong performance. One of its key offerings includes a café-racer model that operates solely on electricity and features a customizable dashboard to monitor the motorcycle's performance and navigation. By focusing on electric vehicles, Savic Motorcycles is committed to promoting sustainable transportation solutions while providing a range of related apparel such as T-shirts, jeans, and accessories.

Zetifi specializes in wireless network technology designed to enhance mobile broadband coverage for farms, vehicles, and machinery in rural and remote locations.

WATR develops a self-powered, portable water quality monitoring device designed to be easy to install. The system features a multi-probe sensor array that measures water parameters such as pH, oxidation-reduction potential, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, water level, and temperature at various depths, providing detailed data about water and soil quality. It operates autonomously and offers a live data dashboard with notification alerts, enabling industries to monitor environmental conditions in real time. The device is positioned as a practical tool for environmental monitoring, water management, and related applications where rapid, on-site sensing and remote availability of measurements support proactive decision-making.

Pronto Bottle is an innovative company that has developed a unique baby bottle and sterilizer combination, marking a significant advancement in infant feeding products. The company's self-sterilizing baby bottle simplifies the feeding process for parents by eliminating the need for multiple bottles and complicated sterilizing routines. Utilizing advanced ultraviolet light technology, Pronto's bottles can sanitize both the bottle and the water inside at the touch of a button. This design not only makes the feeding experience faster and more convenient but also reduces the environmental impact by minimizing the need for several bottles and bulky sterilization equipment. As a result, Pronto Bottle offers a practical and eco-friendly solution for modern parents.

Orata specializes in innovative thermal HVAC panels designed for both residential and commercial buildings. These panels provide heating and cooling solutions, integrating with weather forecasting features, storage systems, and heat pumps to optimize energy usage and maintain comfortable temperatures.

Everty is a developer of technology for electric vehicle charging networks that aims to facilitate the transition to sustainable transportation. The company offers a platform that specializes in the management of charging stations across residential, business, and public locations. This platform enables clients to efficiently manage, monitor, and monetize their charging infrastructure, providing insights into electric vehicle charging usage, load, and peak times. Everty's solutions support businesses and organizations in streamlining their operations related to EV charging, promoting a more sustainable future.

Everty is a developer of technology for electric vehicle charging networks that aims to facilitate the transition to sustainable transportation. The company offers a platform that specializes in the management of charging stations across residential, business, and public locations. This platform enables clients to efficiently manage, monitor, and monetize their charging infrastructure, providing insights into electric vehicle charging usage, load, and peak times. Everty's solutions support businesses and organizations in streamlining their operations related to EV charging, promoting a more sustainable future.

Founded in 2017, MADA Analytics specializes in developing software solutions for renewable energy projects. Its flagship product, MEPS Designer, is a simulation software that optimizes the combination of renewable generation and storage assets, serving project finance needs and engineering design planning. Additionally, MEPS Trader caters to energy trading houses and facility managers. The company is based in Jerusalem, Israel.

Brinc is a global venture acceleration firm headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates multidisciplinary accelerator programs across seven countries, focusing on startups in blockchain technology, AI, connected hardware, robotics, climate tech, food technology, and IoT. Brinc also supports corporations with innovation strategies and Web3-enabled businesses.

Brinc is a global venture acceleration firm headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates multidisciplinary accelerator programs across seven countries, focusing on startups in blockchain technology, AI, connected hardware, robotics, climate tech, food technology, and IoT. Brinc also supports corporations with innovation strategies and Web3-enabled businesses.

BlockTexx is an early-stage clean technology company focused on recovering polyester and cellulose from textiles and clothing. Utilizing a patent-pending process developed in Australia, the company employs chemical recovery technology and advanced manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality recycled materials, specifically rPET pellets and cellulose powder, from textile waste. BlockTexx operates at the end of the value chain, targeting the significant environmental impact and revenue potential associated with raw materials and end-of-use solutions. Its innovative multi-fiber recycling ecosystem diverts textiles from landfills, promoting a sustainable future for the global textile recycling industry.

Infiction Labs specializes in robotic solutions for industrial automation and solar power. Their flagship product, SPARC, automates solar panel cleaning, reducing damage risk and water usage, thereby enhancing the operational efficiency of solar power plants.

Founded in Australia, QuickSafety develops a software application that enhances safety and compliance within the electrical industry. Its platform enables electricians, contractors, regulators, and asset owners to pre-plan jobs, lodge compliance data, and store records securely. Approved by electrical regulators, the solution aims to prevent power failures, electrical fires, and electrocutions through predictive measures and transparent risk management.

GeoMeo Informatics specializes in bridging the digital divide by providing robust wireless networking solutions tailored for rural areas. Their flagship product, GeoMesh router, delivers high-speed internet access via a self-healing mesh network, ensuring reliable connectivity even in remote locations.

Liftango is a global technology company that specializes in shared mobility solutions. It develops and operates on-demand shared transport systems, working with prominent organizations worldwide to plan, launch, and scale these programs. By optimizing public transportation networks and promoting sustainable travel options, Liftango helps reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a more climate-positive future.

Sunshine Cycles is an eco tour agency that specializes in providing electric bike rental services focused on sustainable transportation. The company offers solar-powered electric bikes that can be charged at self-service pods, ensuring a pollution-free travel option for individuals. By promoting the use of eco-friendly bicycles, Sunshine Cycles aims to reduce reliance on traditional fuel-based transportation, contributing to a cleaner environment and offering customers a green alternative for their travel needs.

Brinc is a global venture acceleration firm headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates multidisciplinary accelerator programs across seven countries, focusing on startups in blockchain technology, AI, connected hardware, robotics, climate tech, food technology, and IoT. Brinc also supports corporations with innovation strategies and Web3-enabled businesses.

Founded in Australia, QuickSafety develops a software application that enhances safety and compliance within the electrical industry. Its platform enables electricians, contractors, regulators, and asset owners to pre-plan jobs, lodge compliance data, and store records securely. Approved by electrical regulators, the solution aims to prevent power failures, electrical fires, and electrocutions through predictive measures and transparent risk management.

thingc Robotics specializes in providing on-demand farm workforce solutions through the use of artificial intelligence-powered robots. Headquartered in the United States and incorporated in 2017, the company develops lightweight, fully autonomous electric robots designed to perform various farming tasks, addressing the critical challenge of accessing skilled labor in the agricultural sector. Its initial product, an automated weeding robot, targets the organic horticulture industry, where labor costs are increasingly burdensome. thingc's business model includes a "Weeding-as-a-Service" offering, which allows farmers to receive weed-free areas for a flat per-hectare rate. The company also aims to enhance farm productivity by integrating advanced data insights and technology implementation, helping farmers make informed decisions to optimize resources and increase yields. Future developments will expand the robot's capabilities to accommodate additional farming functions.

Founded in Australia, QuickSafety develops a software application that enhances safety and compliance within the electrical industry. Its platform enables electricians, contractors, regulators, and asset owners to pre-plan jobs, lodge compliance data, and store records securely. Approved by electrical regulators, the solution aims to prevent power failures, electrical fires, and electrocutions through predictive measures and transparent risk management.

Liftango is a global technology company that specializes in shared mobility solutions. It develops and operates on-demand shared transport systems, working with prominent organizations worldwide to plan, launch, and scale these programs. By optimizing public transportation networks and promoting sustainable travel options, Liftango helps reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a more climate-positive future.