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ReSource Chemical is a company based in Berkeley, California, focused on developing high-performance plastics derived from carbon dioxide. The company utilizes a proprietary bio-based platform to create chemicals that enable the production of environmentally friendly plastics with superior physical properties compared to traditional fossil fuel-based plastics. By converting CO2 into these innovative materials, ReSource Chemical aims to provide sustainable alternatives that do not contribute to environmental pollution.

ElectraLith develops direct lithium extraction and refining technology to enable efficient and sustainable lithium production. Its technology uses electricity to extract and refine lithium, with the aim of lowering costs for both brine and hard rock producers and enabling production from a broad range of feedstocks worldwide.

Founded in 2019, Zitara Technologies specializes in predictive battery management software for electric vehicle fleets. Its platform offers real-time operations and analytics, enhancing safety and extending battery lifespan.

Radiant is a clean energy startup based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in the development of portable nuclear microreactors. Founded in 2019, the company aims to provide an alternative to fossil fuels for both military and commercial applications. Its flagship product, the Kaleidos microreactor, is designed to fit within a shipping container, allowing for transportation by air, ship, and road. This innovative microreactor serves as a zero-emissions power source, making it particularly suitable for remote locations and critical applications where traditional diesel generators are typically used.

Strohm is a private supply chain company specializing in the offshore wind-to-hydrogen sector. It manufactures fully bonded, thermoplastic composite pipes designed for various applications in the offshore oil and gas industry. Strohm's product offerings include downlines, well intervention hoses, jumpers, spools, offshore flowlines, and risers. These composite pipes are lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant, providing significant cost and operational advantages for clients engaged in subsea intervention and production activities. Through its innovative solutions, Strohm aims to enhance efficiency and reliability in the energy sector.

SwissDrones is an aviation company focused on the development, manufacture, and operation of long-range unmanned helicopter systems for commercial and public safety use. Its twin-rotor aircraft are designed to replace crewed helicopters at lower cost and with reduced carbon emissions, while enabling operations in challenging conditions and beyond visual line of sight. The systems support a range of missions, including aerial surveillance, search and rescue, and critical infrastructure inspection, and can integrate high-end sensor payloads for day and night operations. The company pursues BVLOS missions and emphasizes safe operation in energy infrastructure, emergency, safety, and environmental management contexts, delivering endurance over multiple hours for extended missions.

Li Industries is a start-up focused on advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company specializes in the recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and other energy storage systems. By utilizing innovative direct recycling technology and a scalable electrochemical flow system, Li Industries aims to extract these essential metals efficiently and sustainably. This process not only reduces environmental waste but also supports the production of new batteries from recycled components. By optimizing the recovery and treatment of these materials, Li Industries contributes to lowering energy consumption and emissions in the battery production process, ultimately fostering a more sustainable supply chain for battery manufacturing.

LiNova Energy is a developer of advanced battery technologies focused on creating ultra-high energy density batteries. The company utilizes a unique Polymer Cathode combined with a 3-D Lithium Metal anode, a non-flammable electrolyte, and a dendrite-blocking membrane to provide an innovative energy storage solution. This design significantly reduces the cost of cathode active materials by over 75%, while also minimizing battery weight and cutting CO2 emissions related to traditional cathode material production by more than 85%. LiNova Energy's products are designed to deliver higher energy output and faster charging capabilities compared to conventional batteries, making them a sustainable and efficient choice for energy storage.

Raven is a producer of green hydrogen and synthetic fuels using organic waste. They transform waste destined for landfills into environmentally friendly, efficient, and profitable clean hydrogen and Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels with our patented Steam/CO2 Reformer technology. Raven was in 2018 and is based in Pinedale, Wyoming.

Ionomr Innovations designs and manufactures advanced ion-exchange membranes and polymers for clean tech applications. Founded in 2013, the company pioneers environmentally friendly materials to replace toxic fluorinated chemicals in electrochemical systems, enabling more efficient and sustainable solutions for water treatment, energy storage, hydrogen production, and chemical remediation.

Oxford Quantum Circuits develops quantum computing technology, aiming to tackle complex challenges such as climate change and drug discovery. Their fully functional quantum computer system enables businesses to explore innovative solutions and address global issues.

Immaterial specializes in manufacturing super-adsorbent nanomaterials designed for efficient gas molecule separation and storage. Their innovative materials can significantly enhance gas tank capacity at constant pressure and volume, thereby reducing the costs associated with gas separation, storage, and transportation.

Magnum Development is a company that specializes in the development of storage caverns for various energy resources, including natural gas, compressed air, refined products, helium, and hydrogen. Operating primarily in the Western United States, Magnum Development focuses on providing economical solutions for the storage and distribution of clean energy. By developing its portfolio of projects, the company aims to enhance the consistent and reliable delivery of power throughout the region, addressing the growing demand for effective energy storage solutions.

Carbon Sync is a technology firm that specializes in soil carbon farming, agricultural decarbonization, and ecosystem restoration services.

Compact Membrane Systems specializes in providing scalable membrane solutions for the decarbonization revolution. It develops technology to capture and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, avert global warming, and transform the industry into a long-term sustainable enterprise.

Electric Era Technologies specializes in AI-controlled battery storage systems for efficient operation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Its PowerNode-OS platform ensures optimized and reliable charging across all PowerNode stations.

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.

Strohm is a private supply chain company specializing in the offshore wind-to-hydrogen sector. It manufactures fully bonded, thermoplastic composite pipes designed for various applications in the offshore oil and gas industry. Strohm's product offerings include downlines, well intervention hoses, jumpers, spools, offshore flowlines, and risers. These composite pipes are lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant, providing significant cost and operational advantages for clients engaged in subsea intervention and production activities. Through its innovative solutions, Strohm aims to enhance efficiency and reliability in the energy sector.

Syzygy Plasmonics, Inc. is a Houston-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of photocatalytic reactor systems for industrial chemical reactions. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating reactors that facilitate the generation of fuel cell quality hydrogen from ammonia, specifically for small-to-medium-scale applications. These advanced reactors operate at significantly lower temperatures than traditional chemical reactors, allowing for reduced maintenance costs and the ability to quickly start or stop production. By utilizing light as an energy source, Syzygy Plasmonics enables the integration of renewable electricity into chemical manufacturing, contributing to the decarbonization of various industries and supporting the on-site production of ultra-low-cost hydrogen gas for fuel cell vehicles.

Starfire Energy is a company focused on developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies, specializing in the production of carbon-free ammonia. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Starfire Energy has created modular systems that synthesize ammonia from renewable energy sources, specifically wind and solar power. These modular plants are built in shipping containers that are pre-wired and pre-plumbed, facilitating easy on-site installation. The ammonia produced is not only used as a fertilizer and refrigerant but also serves as an energy-dense liquid fuel. By utilizing renewable energy, air, and water as inputs, Starfire Energy aims to meet the growing demands for energy storage and transportation while contributing to carbon-free industrial processes.

Strohm is a private supply chain company specializing in the offshore wind-to-hydrogen sector. It manufactures fully bonded, thermoplastic composite pipes designed for various applications in the offshore oil and gas industry. Strohm's product offerings include downlines, well intervention hoses, jumpers, spools, offshore flowlines, and risers. These composite pipes are lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant, providing significant cost and operational advantages for clients engaged in subsea intervention and production activities. Through its innovative solutions, Strohm aims to enhance efficiency and reliability in the energy sector.

Li Industries is a start-up focused on advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company specializes in the recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and other energy storage systems. By utilizing innovative direct recycling technology and a scalable electrochemical flow system, Li Industries aims to extract these essential metals efficiently and sustainably. This process not only reduces environmental waste but also supports the production of new batteries from recycled components. By optimizing the recovery and treatment of these materials, Li Industries contributes to lowering energy consumption and emissions in the battery production process, ultimately fostering a more sustainable supply chain for battery manufacturing.

Aurora Hydrogen develops clean, scalable hydrogen production technology that utilizes microwave energy to decarbonize transportation and industrial processes. The technology is designed to be adaptable for installations ranging from small fueling stations to large industrial facilities, aims to produce hydrogen with no carbon dioxide emissions and minimal water consumption, and seeks to reduce global carbon emissions through widespread deployment.

Founded in 1998, TAE Technologies is dedicated to developing clean fusion energy through advanced particle accelerator and plasma physics. Its mission is to create a sustainable energy source with no harmful byproducts.

Zap Energy, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on developing compact and scalable fusion technology that offers low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible energy solutions. Unlike conventional fusion methods, Zap Energy's approach utilizes electric current to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enhancing the stability and efficiency of the fusion process. This innovative technology aims to provide sustainable energy while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion systems.

Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.

Ionomr Innovations designs and manufactures advanced ion-exchange membranes and polymers for clean tech applications. Founded in 2013, the company pioneers environmentally friendly materials to replace toxic fluorinated chemicals in electrochemical systems, enabling more efficient and sustainable solutions for water treatment, energy storage, hydrogen production, and chemical remediation.

Make My Day develops smart mobility technology that enhances the electric vehicle charging experience for drivers and fleets. The platform provides route planning, charging optimization, and end-to-end managed charging services for single or multiple vehicles, supporting both consumer and business customers. Its in-car driving assistance connects drivers with the vehicle and with business providers to support daily needs, enabling a seamless integration of mobility and services. The company is based in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

Gr3n Recycling has developed an innovative technology that enables the chemical recycling of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and food containers in a cost-effective manner. By applying microwave technology to a well-established chemical reaction, Gr3n has created a process that not only facilitates the industrial implementation of PET recycling but also depolymerizes polyester textiles to yield virgin PET. This groundbreaking approach has the potential to transform the global PET recycling landscape, offering significant financial benefits and cost savings for the recycling industry.

Founded in 2013, Hydrogenious Technoloiges is a spin-off of the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg by its CEO Dr. Daniel Teichmann and the three co-founders Prof. Wolfgang Arlt, Prof. Peter Wasserscheid and Prof. Eberhardt Schlücker. The need for safe and efficient hydrogen storage for multi-MWh energy storage systems and safe and reliable hydrogen storage for hydrogen refuelling stations and fuel cell mobility was imminent – and Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) proved to be the solution. Having completed the technological proof of concept at the university’s laboratories, the idea became reality and Hydrogenious Technologies, a global pioneer in LOHC based energy storage, was born. With the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg becoming a shareholder in May 2014 and the successful close of a Series A funding round in July 2014 with Anglo American Platinum as investor, Hydrogenious Technologies is now backed with strong scientific, strategic and financial capacities to revolutionize large-scale energy and hydrogen storage.

Raven is a producer of green hydrogen and synthetic fuels using organic waste. They transform waste destined for landfills into environmentally friendly, efficient, and profitable clean hydrogen and Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels with our patented Steam/CO2 Reformer technology. Raven was in 2018 and is based in Pinedale, Wyoming.

Founded in 2005, Natel Energy designs, builds, and sells restoration hydro turbines for generating renewable electricity from moving water across drops. Its turbines can be installed in various settings, including retrofit of existing turbines, non-power dams, irrigation canals, and new stream reach developments. The company also offers digital services like HydroForecast, which uses satellite imagery and machine learning for hydrologic modeling and power generation forecasting.

Zap Energy, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on developing compact and scalable fusion technology that offers low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible energy solutions. Unlike conventional fusion methods, Zap Energy's approach utilizes electric current to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enhancing the stability and efficiency of the fusion process. This innovative technology aims to provide sustainable energy while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion systems.

Mainspring Energy, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in developing linear generator technology for low carbon, dispatchable energy solutions. Founded in 2010 by three Stanford engineers, the company focuses on creating advanced prototypes that convert fuel into electricity through a unique, low-temperature reaction of air and fuel. This innovative approach allows Mainspring to offer generators that provide affordable, reliable electricity while significantly reducing carbon emissions compared to traditional electric grids. The company's mission is to address climate change and enhance energy accessibility, contributing to the development of net-zero carbon energy systems for the future.

Starfire Energy is a company focused on developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies, specializing in the production of carbon-free ammonia. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Starfire Energy has created modular systems that synthesize ammonia from renewable energy sources, specifically wind and solar power. These modular plants are built in shipping containers that are pre-wired and pre-plumbed, facilitating easy on-site installation. The ammonia produced is not only used as a fertilizer and refrigerant but also serves as an energy-dense liquid fuel. By utilizing renewable energy, air, and water as inputs, Starfire Energy aims to meet the growing demands for energy storage and transportation while contributing to carbon-free industrial processes.

Eavor Technologies develops geothermal technology for clean, baseload power generation. Its proprietary Eavor-Loop™ system harvests heat from deep earth using wells to produce brine from a subsurface aquifer, enabling scalable heating applications with minimal environmental impact.

Svante Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in carbon capture solutions. It offers VeloxoTherm, a post-combustion CO2 capture process using adsorbent structures, designed to reduce capital and operating costs for fossil fuel power plants.

Blue Planet, Ltd. is a California-based company that focuses on developing sustainable solutions for carbon dioxide mitigation through its innovative biomimetic carbon capture and mineralization technology. Founded in 2013, the company utilizes CO2 as a raw material to produce carbonate rocks, which serve as a substitute for natural limestone in concrete production. Its proprietary Liquid Condensed Phase (LCP) Technology enables the conversion of CO2 from flue gas into carbonate without the need for an energy-intensive purification step, making the process more efficient and cost-effective than traditional CO2 capture methods. Blue Planet's products include various types of carbon-sequestered aggregates designed for use in construction projects, particularly those situated near industrial sources of carbon emissions. This approach not only helps reduce carbon emissions but also promotes the use of sustainable materials in the construction industry.

ChargePoint operates the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network, offering public charging stations, consumer subscription plans, and utility grid management technology. Its app enables users to find, start, and track charging sessions.

Zap Energy, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on developing compact and scalable fusion technology that offers low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible energy solutions. Unlike conventional fusion methods, Zap Energy's approach utilizes electric current to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enhancing the stability and efficiency of the fusion process. This innovative technology aims to provide sustainable energy while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion systems.

Natron Energy develops sodium ion battery technologies for various industrial applications. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in stationary energy storage solutions, including UPS systems, electric vehicle charging, and grid support.

Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.

Carbon Clean Solutions develops carbon dioxide capture and recovery technology for industrial and power generation. Its solutions enable energy-efficient CO2 separation from flue gases and gas streams, with systems designed to retrofit existing plants and support new-build installations. The technology serves cement, steel, fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, and utility sectors, helping reduce direct emissions from coal- or gas-fired sources. It employs regenerable solvent-based capture processes and process integration approaches to improve capture rates while lowering operating costs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains research facilities in the United Kingdom and India and has a global commercial presence including the United States.

Svante Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in carbon capture solutions. It offers VeloxoTherm, a post-combustion CO2 capture process using adsorbent structures, designed to reduce capital and operating costs for fossil fuel power plants.

Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a clean energy company based in Squamish, Canada, that specializes in the development and commercialization of Direct Air Capture technology. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere, which allows for the management of emissions from a variety of distributed and mobile sources, including vehicles and buildings. Its innovative chemical-based CO2 air capture system integrates processes such as an air contactor and a regeneration cycle, enabling continuous capture and production of pure CO2. Carbon Engineering aims to convert captured CO2 into clean, affordable transportation fuels, addressing the global climate challenge by facilitating the deployment of its technology to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint and achieve net-zero targets.

Natron Energy develops sodium ion battery technologies for various industrial applications. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in stationary energy storage solutions, including UPS systems, electric vehicle charging, and grid support.

Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a clean energy company based in Squamish, Canada, that specializes in the development and commercialization of Direct Air Capture technology. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere, which allows for the management of emissions from a variety of distributed and mobile sources, including vehicles and buildings. Its innovative chemical-based CO2 air capture system integrates processes such as an air contactor and a regeneration cycle, enabling continuous capture and production of pure CO2. Carbon Engineering aims to convert captured CO2 into clean, affordable transportation fuels, addressing the global climate challenge by facilitating the deployment of its technology to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint and achieve net-zero targets.

ChargePoint operates the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network, offering public charging stations, consumer subscription plans, and utility grid management technology. Its app enables users to find, start, and track charging sessions.

Svante Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in carbon capture solutions. It offers VeloxoTherm, a post-combustion CO2 capture process using adsorbent structures, designed to reduce capital and operating costs for fossil fuel power plants.

BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Solazyme is a synthetic biology company that specializes in converting algal biomass into biofuels. Solazyme not only creates biofuels for the the transportation industry, but is experimenting with ways to tailor its products for the cosmetic and food industries.

BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling systems for utility-scale electric power plants both in the United States and internationally. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, which are controlled by proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, producing high-temperature steam. This steam can be harnessed for electricity generation via conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications, such as thermal enhanced oil recovery. In addition to its core technology, BrightSource provides comprehensive project development services that include site acquisition, permitting, and interconnection to the electrical grid. The company targets utility-scale solar thermal power project owners, contractors, and oil production companies, fostering strategic partnerships with notable firms in the industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland, California, BrightSource aims to offer low-cost, reliable clean energy solutions that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Konarka Technologies, Inc. develops and advances nano-enabled polymer photovoltaic materials for commercial, industrial, government, and consumer applications. It provides standard products to serve portable power needs; and custom solutions, such as roll up chargers, personal accessories, and fold up chargers. The company's products are used in outdoor, portable power, indoor and remote sensing, and mission critical applications. It has strategic partnerships with Air Products, 24 Innovations, Kurz, SkyShades, Chevron, Merck, Toppan Forms, Dupont, Siemens, and the U.S. Air Force. Konarka Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts with business development offices in Asia. It has a research and development facility in Austria. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Konarka Technologies, Inc. develops and advances nano-enabled polymer photovoltaic materials for commercial, industrial, government, and consumer applications. It provides standard products to serve portable power needs; and custom solutions, such as roll up chargers, personal accessories, and fold up chargers. The company's products are used in outdoor, portable power, indoor and remote sensing, and mission critical applications. It has strategic partnerships with Air Products, 24 Innovations, Kurz, SkyShades, Chevron, Merck, Toppan Forms, Dupont, Siemens, and the U.S. Air Force. Konarka Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts with business development offices in Asia. It has a research and development facility in Austria. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.