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Xcel Energy is engaged in the generation, purchase, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity. It operates through 5 segments: electricity, natural gas, renewable energy, transmission, and innovation. The company is engaged in generating electricity using coal, nuclear, natural gas, hydro, solar, biomass, oil and refuse, and wind energy sources; developing and leasing natural gas pipelines, and storage and compression facilities; and investing in rental housing projects. Xcel Energy was founded in 1909 and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Terabase Energy, Inc. designs and develops automation and digital deployment solutions for utility-scale solar projects. It offers a cloud-based artificial intelligence project development platform which enables users to collaborate digital models of projects. Additionally, the company offers technical advisory and engineering services. Terabase Energy, Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Melbourne, Australia.

ReMo Energy is a pioneer in the use of renewable energy in place of fossil fuels to produce industrial goods.

Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.

SparkMeter, Inc. specializes in electricity metering systems tailored for rural and urban utilities in developing markets. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, the company offers a range of products including smart meters designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. SparkMeter's solutions facilitate prepaid billing, enhance customer communications, and enable remote monitoring and control, thereby improving grid efficiency and asset performance. By integrating their metering technology with software solutions, SparkMeter enables microgrids and distribution utilities to optimize operations, providing reliable electricity access in underserved areas. This approach not only supports the expansion of electricity distribution but also fosters investments in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Brimstone Energy is a hardware cleantech startup that aims to reduce CO2 emissions through innovative technologies.

Our Next Energy is a Michigan-based developer of innovative energy storage solutions with a vision to rapidly expand the world's access to sustainable power.

Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.

Provider of renewable energy management products and services intended to make industrial decarbonization possible. The company captures low-cost renewable electricity and delivers continuous high-temperature heat, enabling clients to power their operations with zero-carbon energy.

Verdox is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. The company’s proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gases to be captured with up to 80% less energy and 70% less cost than conventional approaches.

Our Next Energy is a Michigan-based developer of innovative energy storage solutions with a vision to rapidly expand the world's access to sustainable power.

Since their founding in 2011, ESS has been focused on laying the groundwork for a future powered by clean and reliable energy. With a team that boasts decades of experience in distributed power generation and energy storage technologies, ESS has developed an extremely cost-effective energy management system that combines a safe, abundant and non-toxic iron electrolyte with their patented flow cell design. This combination of high performance with low cost means that ESS’s technology is ideally suited for applications that range in size from retail energy management to utility-scale renewables integration.

Reactive Technologies is an energy technology company based in London, focused on facilitating the clean energy transition for grid operators, power generators, and renewable asset owners. The company offers GridMetrix, a technology that provides real-time inertia measurements for transmission system operators, enhancing the accuracy of power grid data. Additionally, it offers GridMetrix for distribution network operators, which measures system strength to help address operational constraints. Reactive Technologies also features Tradenergy, a platform that enhances forecasting, risk management, and optimization of flexible energy options. The Dynamic PPA, powered by Tradenergy, allows generators to tap into market opportunities while mitigating imbalance and price risks. Established in 2010, Reactive Technologies aims to promote intelligent energy use and develop innovative solutions for a more sustainable energy industry.

75F is a U.S.-based building intelligence company making smart building automation affordable and easy to deploy. 75F leverages IoT, Cloud Computing and Machine Learning for data-driven, proactive building intelligence and controls for HVAC, lighting and energy optimization. 75F's mission is to improve occupant productivity through enhanced comfort and indoor air quality – while saving energy and the environment. 75F is currently headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.

VEIR is focused on advancing electricity transmission through the development of high-temperature superconductors and innovative cooling solutions. The company has created a passive evaporative cryogenic cooling technology that significantly enhances cooling efficiency, delivering 20 times more cooling power per kilogram of nitrogen flow compared to traditional mechanical subcooling methods. By utilizing commercial superconducting tape, VEIR's technology facilitates power delivery at transmission levels over distribution-scale infrastructure without resistive losses. This approach allows clients to streamline permitting processes and create economically viable electric transmission lines, thereby addressing the challenges associated with cooling high-temperature superconductors.

Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.

Malta Inc. is a company that specializes in industrial-grade, grid-scale energy storage solutions, particularly through its innovative electro-thermal energy storage technology. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Malta's system captures energy from various sources, including renewable (wind and solar) and fossil fuel generators. The process involves converting electrical energy into thermal energy, which is stored in molten salt and later reconverted back into electricity using a heat engine. This technology addresses the challenges of energy curtailment by improving the synchronization of energy generation with demand, thereby facilitating the efficient distribution of electricity to the grid as required. Malta was incubated at the Moonshot Factory and has garnered support from leading venture capital and commercial power industry stakeholders, contributing to its mission of enabling affordable and reliable electricity delivery.

Dandelion Energy, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in affordable geothermal heating and cooling solutions for residential properties. The company's innovative home geothermal system replaces traditional air conditioning and heating equipment with a heat pump and underground pipes that efficiently transfer thermal energy between the earth and the home. This proprietary installation process allows homeowners to transition from conventional heating fuels to renewable geothermal energy, providing an environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative for temperature regulation and hot water production.

Form Energy, Inc. specializes in developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. The company focuses on creating low-cost battery solutions capable of storing electricity generated from wind and solar power for extended periods, thereby enhancing the reliability of the electric grid. Its core technology, which includes an innovative iron-air battery, allows for energy dispatch over multiple days, significantly improving the viability of renewable energy as a consistent power source. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy also offers Formware, a software tool designed for capacity expansion with advanced optimization capabilities. The company's mission revolves around enabling deep decarbonization of the electric system, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable energy future. Form Energy has garnered support from various investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and MIT’s The Engine.

SparkMeter, Inc. specializes in electricity metering systems tailored for rural and urban utilities in developing markets. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, the company offers a range of products including smart meters designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. SparkMeter's solutions facilitate prepaid billing, enhance customer communications, and enable remote monitoring and control, thereby improving grid efficiency and asset performance. By integrating their metering technology with software solutions, SparkMeter enables microgrids and distribution utilities to optimize operations, providing reliable electricity access in underserved areas. This approach not only supports the expansion of electricity distribution but also fosters investments in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

enVerid has developed a patented air treatment and energy saving system for HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems that brings technology originally used for maintaining air quality in submarines and space stations to commercial buildings. enVerid’s differentiated energy saving technology enables businesses to save substantially on heating/cooling energy costs annually, bringing a return on investment to customers quickly.

Since their founding in 2011, ESS has been focused on laying the groundwork for a future powered by clean and reliable energy. With a team that boasts decades of experience in distributed power generation and energy storage technologies, ESS has developed an extremely cost-effective energy management system that combines a safe, abundant and non-toxic iron electrolyte with their patented flow cell design. This combination of high performance with low cost means that ESS’s technology is ideally suited for applications that range in size from retail energy management to utility-scale renewables integration.

75F is a U.S.-based building intelligence company making smart building automation affordable and easy to deploy. 75F leverages IoT, Cloud Computing and Machine Learning for data-driven, proactive building intelligence and controls for HVAC, lighting and energy optimization. 75F's mission is to improve occupant productivity through enhanced comfort and indoor air quality – while saving energy and the environment. 75F is currently headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Form Energy, Inc. specializes in developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. The company focuses on creating low-cost battery solutions capable of storing electricity generated from wind and solar power for extended periods, thereby enhancing the reliability of the electric grid. Its core technology, which includes an innovative iron-air battery, allows for energy dispatch over multiple days, significantly improving the viability of renewable energy as a consistent power source. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy also offers Formware, a software tool designed for capacity expansion with advanced optimization capabilities. The company's mission revolves around enabling deep decarbonization of the electric system, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable energy future. Form Energy has garnered support from various investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and MIT’s The Engine.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems LLC is a research company focused on developing fusion energy as a sustainable solution to combat climate change. Established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes advanced rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology to create energy through fusion. Commonwealth Fusion Systems combines decades of government-funded fusion research with innovative superconducting magnet technology to expedite the commercialization of fusion energy. The company emerged from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and collaborates closely with MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, leveraging extensive research to enhance its development efforts. By designing and building fusion machines, Commonwealth Fusion aims to provide limitless and clean energy, contributing to the global transition toward sustainable energy sources.

Arnergy Solar Limited, founded in 2013 and based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in the manufacture, installation, and maintenance of modular solar energy systems designed for micro-grid applications. The company offers products such as the Arnergy 3000 and Arnergy 5000, which provide scalable and reliable energy solutions to address the challenges of grid unreliability and energy intermittency. Arnergy aims to enhance economic outcomes by delivering clean and affordable energy systems tailored for both businesses and residential customers in emerging markets, thereby promoting sustainable energy solutions.

Malta Inc. is a company that specializes in industrial-grade, grid-scale energy storage solutions, particularly through its innovative electro-thermal energy storage technology. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Malta's system captures energy from various sources, including renewable (wind and solar) and fossil fuel generators. The process involves converting electrical energy into thermal energy, which is stored in molten salt and later reconverted back into electricity using a heat engine. This technology addresses the challenges of energy curtailment by improving the synchronization of energy generation with demand, thereby facilitating the efficient distribution of electricity to the grid as required. Malta was incubated at the Moonshot Factory and has garnered support from leading venture capital and commercial power industry stakeholders, contributing to its mission of enabling affordable and reliable electricity delivery.