Chevron Corporation is an integrated energy and technology company that focuses on providing affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy solutions to support human progress. The company engages in various sectors, including oil and gas, emerging energy technologies, advanced materials, and information technology. Chevron Technology Ventures, its venture capital arm, plays a crucial role in identifying and investing in innovative technologies that can enhance the company's operations and reduce costs. This division targets investments across various stages of development, from early-stage start-ups to established ventures, concentrating on areas such as hydrogen infrastructure, renewable energy, advanced battery systems, and nanomaterials. By fostering innovation and integrating new technologies, Chevron aims to create commercial opportunities and improve performance within its core business operations. The company is headquartered in San Ramon, California, with additional offices in Houston, Texas.
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 through its innovative microreactor technology. Designed to fit within a shipping container, these reactors can be easily transported by air, ship, or road, making them suitable for both military and commercial applications. The Kaleidos microreactor, in particular, is notable for offering a zero-emissions power source, ideal for remote locations and critical power needs.
Li Industries
Series B in 2024
Li Industries is a start-up dedicated to advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company focuses on reclaiming materials from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and various energy storage systems. By utilizing direct recycling technology, Li Industries specializes in recovering valuable metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel, which are essential for battery production. Their innovative electrochemical flow system allows for non-destructive lithiation and optimizes the post-treatment of recovered materials, enhancing the efficiency of the recycling process. Through its efforts, Li Industries aims to minimize environmental waste, lower emissions, and reduce the costs associated with lithium-ion battery manufacturing, thereby promoting a more sustainable supply chain for battery materials.
Raven
Venture Round in 2024
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
Series A in 2023
Ionomr is pioneering and commercializing the world's most advanced ion-exchange materials. These provide an enabling platform for clean tech solutions after more than five decades of stagnation in available materials. Using our deep knowledge of scalable electrochemical systems, we enable more efficient systems that will lead to the decarbonization of the planet for future generations. To date, electrochemical applications in the clean tech realm use materials that contain toxic fluorinated chemicals (PFCs). PFCs leach into water sources and bioaccumulate for hundreds of years, having a dire impact on human health and the entire ecosystem. We are driven to replace these materials with our environmentally friendly hydrocarbon alternatives that reduce pollution at the source, and are proven to be more durable and efficient than incumbent materials. Ionomr's membranes and polymers are highly processable, which allow for simple integration into electrochemical systems. We enable optimal performance in applications for chemical & water remediation, energy storage and hydrogen. We are passionate about empowering the development of resilient and sustainable systems that will underlie the future of the renewable energy and circular chemical economies.
Malta
Venture Round in 2023
Malta is a provider of industrial-grade, grid-scale energy storage solutions. The Malta system collects and stores inexpensive and abundant renewable and fossil energy, and dispatches it as needed to the grid to enable the affordable and reliable delivery of electricity on demand. Incubated at X, the Moonshot Factory (formerly Google [x]), and funded by leading venture capital and commercial power industry companies
Infinitum
Series E in 2023
Infinitum focuses on developing advanced electric motors that prioritize sustainability and efficiency. The company utilizes patented printed circuit board stator technology to create lightweight motors that replace traditional iron and copper components, significantly enhancing motor efficiency while reducing costs. Infinitum's designs aim to provide end users with a smaller, lighter, and quieter alternative to conventional motors, ultimately contributing to a reduced carbon footprint throughout the motor's lifecycle. By offering innovative solutions, Infinitum is committed to making a meaningful impact on both the environment and the performance needs of its clients.
Magnum Development
Acquisition in 2023
Magnum Development 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, the company offers transportation services and aims to provide economical solutions for storing and distributing clean energy. By focusing on the development of multiple portfolio companies, Magnum Development contributes to the consistent and reliable delivery of power in the region.
Sapphire Technologies
Series B in 2023
Sapphire Technologies specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of energy recovery systems for industrial and commercial applications involving natural gas and hydrogen. The company’s innovative systems are engineered to convert waste energy generated during pressure reduction processes into electric power, all while ensuring that manufacturing and processing activities remain uninterrupted. By enabling businesses to recover this otherwise wasted pressure energy, Sapphire Technologies assists in maximizing plant efficiencies, enhancing productivity, and reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, their solutions help offset electrical costs and create cash flow opportunities for companies, contributing to more sustainable operations in the energy sector.
Electric Era
Series A in 2023
Electric Era Technologies specializes in developing AI-controlled battery storage solutions designed to enhance the efficiency of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Central to its offerings is the PowerNode-OS, a real-time software platform that optimizes charging operations for each PowerNode station. In addition to its technological innovations, Electric Era provides comprehensive EV charging solutions, including installation and ongoing support, aimed at delivering a seamless customer experience while fostering brand engagement. The company's battery systems are engineered to manage energy costs effectively, preventing excessive power draw from the grid during peak demand periods. Through these solutions, Electric Era enables businesses to streamline operations and promote sustainable energy usage without compromising their power management strategies.
Viridos
Series A in 2023
Viridos is a company that develops and commercializes genomic-driven solutions aimed at tackling global energy and environmental issues. It specializes in synthesizing and programming DNA to create and utilize technologies in synthetic genomics. The company designs and develops microbes for various industrial processes and environmental applications, including microbial cultivation technologies that identify novel microorganisms and new genes. Additionally, Viridos focuses on enhancing biofuel production, utilizing photosynthetic organisms to generate value-added products from sunlight and carbon dioxide, and improving the recovery rates of subsurface hydrocarbons. Its innovations also extend to the development of high-yield, disease-resistant feedstocks. Through these efforts, Viridos contributes to the production of energy, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, while also promoting carbon sequestration and environmental remediation.
Strohm
Venture Round in 2022
Strohm is a private supply chain company, focused on the offshore wind-to-hydrogen sector.
Syzygy Plasmonics
Series C in 2022
Syzygy Plasmonics, Inc. is a Houston-based company that designs, develops, and manufactures photocatalytic reactor systems for industrial chemical reactions. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating reactors capable of generating fuel cell quality hydrogen from ammonia, making them suitable for small-to-medium-scale applications and hydrogen refueling stations for fuel cell vehicles. Unlike conventional chemical reactors, Syzygy's technology operates using light as an energy source and at temperatures over 1,000°F lower, which significantly reduces maintenance costs and allows for rapid production start-stop capabilities. This innovative approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports the decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries by enabling the use of renewable electricity and minimizing reliance on fossil fuels.
Starfire Energy
Series B in 2022
Starfire Energy develops and deploys sustainable energy technologies. It has developed a way to make clean liquid fuel from wind and solar power. The fuel is NH3 which is currently used as fertilizer and as a refrigerant but is also an energy-dense liquid fuel. Liquid fuel synthesis from clean energy is the next critical technology for sustainable energy. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.
Strohm
Venture Round in 2022
Strohm is a private supply chain company, focused on the offshore wind-to-hydrogen sector.
Li Industries
Series A in 2022
Li Industries is a start-up dedicated to advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company focuses on reclaiming materials from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and various energy storage systems. By utilizing direct recycling technology, Li Industries specializes in recovering valuable metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel, which are essential for battery production. Their innovative electrochemical flow system allows for non-destructive lithiation and optimizes the post-treatment of recovered materials, enhancing the efficiency of the recycling process. Through its efforts, Li Industries aims to minimize environmental waste, lower emissions, and reduce the costs associated with lithium-ion battery manufacturing, thereby promoting a more sustainable supply chain for battery materials.
Aurora Hydrogen
Series A in 2022
Aurora Hydrogen is focused on advancing hydrogen production technology that leverages efficient microwave energy to create clean hydrogen. This innovative approach is designed to decarbonize transportation and industrial processes, allowing for significant reductions in carbon dioxide emissions. The technology is highly scalable, making it suitable for a range of applications from small fueling stations to large industrial setups. Notably, Aurora Hydrogen's production process does not generate carbon dioxide or consume water, positioning the company as a key player in efforts to mitigate climate change by potentially reducing global carbon dioxide emissions by over 500 million tonnes annually.
TAE
Series G in 2022
TAE Technologies, Inc. is a company focused on developing clean fusion energy through advanced particle accelerator and plasma physics. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California, with an additional office in Rancho Santa Margarita, TAE Technologies aims to create a new source of energy derived from natural processes that generates no harmful byproducts. With over two decades of research, the company is dedicated to commercializing safe and cost-effective fusion power solutions. TAE Technologies also contributes to advancements in power management, electric mobility, and life sciences, addressing the global energy demand while promoting sustainable and carbon-free energy alternatives.
Zap Energy
Series C in 2022
Zap Energy, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. The company’s innovative technology utilizes electric currents to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enabling efficient energy production through nuclear fusion. This approach offers a low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible power source while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion methods. By focusing on compact and scalable fusion technology, Zap Energy aims to advance sustainable energy solutions and improve the economics of fusion energy.
Infinitum
Series D in 2022
Infinitum focuses on developing advanced electric motors that prioritize sustainability and efficiency. The company utilizes patented printed circuit board stator technology to create lightweight motors that replace traditional iron and copper components, significantly enhancing motor efficiency while reducing costs. Infinitum's designs aim to provide end users with a smaller, lighter, and quieter alternative to conventional motors, ultimately contributing to a reduced carbon footprint throughout the motor's lifecycle. By offering innovative solutions, Infinitum is committed to making a meaningful impact on both the environment and the performance needs of its clients.
Carbon Clean
Series C in 2022
Carbon Clean specializes in carbon dioxide recovery technology tailored for industrial applications, focusing on the decarbonization of power plants and utilities. The company has developed a patented carbon capture process that utilizes a proprietary regenerable advanced solvent and enhanced energy integration, allowing for the removal of up to 90% of carbon dioxide from flue gases. This energy-efficient technology is designed to be both cost-effective and adaptable, suitable for integration into new facilities or retrofitting existing ones. By providing industrial-quality carbon dioxide for reuse or sequestration, Carbon Clean enables its clients to adopt scalable and affordable carbon capture solutions. The company operates multiple research teams and facilities worldwide, commercializing its innovative technology for a diverse range of global customers.
Covercress
Series C in 2022
CoverCress Inc. is a biotechnology company based in St. Louis, Missouri, focused on developing and commercializing field pennycress as an oilseed crop. Founded in 2013, the company aims to produce oil for industrial and renewable fuels, as well as meal for nutritious livestock feed. CoverCress specializes in crop breeding services that enhance soil cover during corn harvest and soybean planting, allowing farmers to maximize yields through sustainable agricultural practices. The company is dedicated to utilizing low-input methods to create a feedstock for low carbon intensity biofuels, contributing to more efficient and environmentally friendly agricultural solutions.
Renewable Energy Group
Acquisition in 2022
Renewable Energy Group, Inc. is a leader in the production and supply of lower carbon transportation fuels, including biodiesel and renewable diesel. The company operates an integrated system for the procurement, distribution, and logistics of converting natural fats, oils, greases, and sugars into advanced biofuels. It runs a network of 13 biorefineries, with 11 located in the United States and 2 in Germany. Renewable Energy Group also engages in the purchase and resale of biomass-based diesel and provides operational management services for production facilities. Additionally, the company offers construction management services for the development or upgrade of biorefineries and sells petroleum-based heating oils and diesel fuels. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Ames, Iowa, Renewable Energy Group is committed to advancing bio-based fuel and chemicals through its innovative research and development initiatives.
Ionomr
Series A in 2022
Ionomr is pioneering and commercializing the world's most advanced ion-exchange materials. These provide an enabling platform for clean tech solutions after more than five decades of stagnation in available materials. Using our deep knowledge of scalable electrochemical systems, we enable more efficient systems that will lead to the decarbonization of the planet for future generations. To date, electrochemical applications in the clean tech realm use materials that contain toxic fluorinated chemicals (PFCs). PFCs leach into water sources and bioaccumulate for hundreds of years, having a dire impact on human health and the entire ecosystem. We are driven to replace these materials with our environmentally friendly hydrocarbon alternatives that reduce pollution at the source, and are proven to be more durable and efficient than incumbent materials. Ionomr's membranes and polymers are highly processable, which allow for simple integration into electrochemical systems. We enable optimal performance in applications for chemical & water remediation, energy storage and hydrogen. We are passionate about empowering the development of resilient and sustainable systems that will underlie the future of the renewable energy and circular chemical economies.
Sapphire Technologies
Series A in 2021
Sapphire Technologies specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of energy recovery systems for industrial and commercial applications involving natural gas and hydrogen. The company’s innovative systems are engineered to convert waste energy generated during pressure reduction processes into electric power, all while ensuring that manufacturing and processing activities remain uninterrupted. By enabling businesses to recover this otherwise wasted pressure energy, Sapphire Technologies assists in maximizing plant efficiencies, enhancing productivity, and reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, their solutions help offset electrical costs and create cash flow opportunities for companies, contributing to more sustainable operations in the energy sector.
Gr3n Recycling
Series B in 2021
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.
Hydrogenious Technologies
Venture Round in 2021
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
Seed Round in 2021
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.
Natel Energy
Series B in 2021
Natel Energy, Inc. develops and sells restoration hydro turbines (RHTs) designed for low head settings to generate renewable electricity from various water sources, including existing low dams, irrigation canals, and streams. These turbines can be installed in existing infrastructure, improving the efficiency of older units and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The company also offers digital services that enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks for hydropower stakeholders, utilizing machine learning and remote sensing technologies. Additionally, Natel Energy provides HydroForecast, which employs satellite imagery and advanced modeling to deliver accurate hydrological forecasts. Founded in 2005 and based in Alameda, California, Natel Energy aims to support the transition to sustainable energy through innovative hydropower solutions that contribute to a low-carbon grid.
Infinitum
Series C in 2021
Infinitum focuses on developing advanced electric motors that prioritize sustainability and efficiency. The company utilizes patented printed circuit board stator technology to create lightweight motors that replace traditional iron and copper components, significantly enhancing motor efficiency while reducing costs. Infinitum's designs aim to provide end users with a smaller, lighter, and quieter alternative to conventional motors, ultimately contributing to a reduced carbon footprint throughout the motor's lifecycle. By offering innovative solutions, Infinitum is committed to making a meaningful impact on both the environment and the performance needs of its clients.
Zap Energy
Series B in 2021
Zap Energy, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. The company’s innovative technology utilizes electric currents to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enabling efficient energy production through nuclear fusion. This approach offers a low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible power source while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion methods. By focusing on compact and scalable fusion technology, Zap Energy aims to advance sustainable energy solutions and improve the economics of fusion energy.
Mainspring
Series D in 2021
Mainspring Energy, Inc. is a company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on developing linear generator technology that produces low-carbon, dispatchable energy. Founded in 2010 by three Stanford engineers, Mainspring aims to address the challenges of climate change while providing affordable electricity. The company engineers advanced prototypes of linear generators that convert fuel into electricity through a low-temperature reaction of air and fuel, driving magnets through copper coils. This innovative approach allows Mainspring to offer electricity at lower costs and with greater reliability, contributing to the vision of creating net-zero carbon grids in the future.
Ocergy
Series A in 2021
Ocergy is focused on developing advanced ocean systems to address energy and environmental challenges in a sustainable manner. The company's flagship product, OCG-Wind, is a cost-effective foundation designed to support the next generation of large offshore wind turbines, featuring a lightweight hull that minimizes the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and facilitates local supply chain utilization during fabrication. Additionally, Ocergy offers OCG-Data, a comprehensive ocean observing system that supports offshore site assessments and hosts multiple instrumentation packages for resource and environmental monitoring. This system incorporates technologies for underwater biodiversity monitoring, including restoration techniques and passive acoustic monitoring, as well as systems for detecting and identifying birds and bats. By providing high-quality ecological data, OCG-Data enhances stakeholder engagement and supports informed decision-making in offshore projects.
Starfire Energy
Venture Round in 2021
Starfire Energy develops and deploys sustainable energy technologies. It has developed a way to make clean liquid fuel from wind and solar power. The fuel is NH3 which is currently used as fertilizer and as a refrigerant but is also an energy-dense liquid fuel. Liquid fuel synthesis from clean energy is the next critical technology for sustainable energy. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Aurora, Colorado.
Malta
Series B in 2021
Malta is a provider of industrial-grade, grid-scale energy storage solutions. The Malta system collects and stores inexpensive and abundant renewable and fossil energy, and dispatches it as needed to the grid to enable the affordable and reliable delivery of electricity on demand. Incubated at X, the Moonshot Factory (formerly Google [x]), and funded by leading venture capital and commercial power industry companies
Eavor
Venture Round in 2021
Eavor is a technology-driven energy company that offers a clean, carbon-neutral, and scalable solution for baseload power generation. By addressing the challenges associated with traditional geothermal energy, Eavor has developed a unique system that utilizes existing commercial components in an innovative manner. The company's technology circulates a benign working fluid in a closed loop, allowing it to collect heat from the earth's natural geothermal gradient at accessible rock temperatures. This approach enables the generation of industrial-scale heat and electricity while minimizing environmental impact. Eavor's integration of advanced drilling techniques and heat-to-power generation technology results in a steady and reliable source of green power, positioning the company as a leader in the renewable energy sector.
Svante
Series D in 2021
Svante is a prominent provider of carbon capture and removal solutions, focusing on the development and manufacture of innovative solid sorbents, structured adsorbent filters, and rotary contactor machines. The company's technology is designed for post-combustion industrial carbon capture and direct air capture, addressing hard-to-decarbonize emissions from industries such as cement, hydrogen, oil and gas, and steel. Svante's solid sorbent-based technology is both environmentally responsible and scalable, allowing for effective CO2 capture that meets pipeline-grade purity standards. This captured carbon can be safely transported, stored underground, or repurposed for various applications. By forming partnerships across the global carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) value chain, Svante aims to facilitate the implementation of source-to-sink carbon capture projects, helping enterprises reduce emissions while managing capital costs and energy use effectively.
Blue Planet
Series C in 2020
Blue Planet, Ltd. is a company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for CO2 mitigation. Based in Los Gatos, California, it utilizes a biomimetic technology that transforms CO2 into carbonate rocks, which serve as an environmentally friendly alternative to natural limestone in concrete production. The company employs its Liquid Condensed Phase (LCP) Technology to convert CO2 from industrial flue gas into building materials, including coarse and fine aggregates, as well as CO2-sequestered and upcycled aggregates. This approach distinguishes Blue Planet from traditional carbon capture methods by eliminating the need for a costly purification process, making their system more efficient and economically viable. Founded in 2013, Blue Planet aims to provide sustainable solutions for projects that utilize carbon dioxide, contributing to the broader goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmentally responsible construction practices.
ChargePoint
Series H in 2020
ChargePoint, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Campbell, California, operates the world’s leading network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Initially known as Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded in December 2012. ChargePoint offers a range of charging solutions, including public charging stations, consumer subscription plans, and cloud-based services that assist utility companies in managing electric demand. Its hardware products cater to various applications, including home, commercial, and fast-charging systems. The ChargePoint app enhances user experience by allowing consumers to locate, reserve, and monitor their charging sessions. Although it has a global presence with offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, the majority of ChargePoint's revenue is generated in the United States.
Zap Energy
Series A in 2020
Zap Energy, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the design and manufacture of sheared-flow stabilized Z-Pinch fusion reactors for power generation. The company’s innovative technology utilizes electric currents to create magnetic fields that confine and compress plasma, enabling efficient energy production through nuclear fusion. This approach offers a low-carbon, cost-effective, and flexible power source while requiring less capital investment compared to traditional fusion methods. By focusing on compact and scalable fusion technology, Zap Energy aims to advance sustainable energy solutions and improve the economics of fusion energy.
Carbon Clean
Series B in 2020
Carbon Clean specializes in carbon dioxide recovery technology tailored for industrial applications, focusing on the decarbonization of power plants and utilities. The company has developed a patented carbon capture process that utilizes a proprietary regenerable advanced solvent and enhanced energy integration, allowing for the removal of up to 90% of carbon dioxide from flue gases. This energy-efficient technology is designed to be both cost-effective and adaptable, suitable for integration into new facilities or retrofitting existing ones. By providing industrial-quality carbon dioxide for reuse or sequestration, Carbon Clean enables its clients to adopt scalable and affordable carbon capture solutions. The company operates multiple research teams and facilities worldwide, commercializing its innovative technology for a diverse range of global customers.
Vutility
Series A in 2020
Vutility is a leading provider of real-time energy monitoring solutions that help businesses optimize energy consumption and enhance operational efficiencies. The company utilizes its proprietary HotDrop technology to deliver high-resolution insights into utility usage. This innovative system allows various sectors, including retail and commercial industries, to track utility consumption in real time, facilitating better decision-making and cost savings. By enabling consumers, businesses, and governments to monitor their energy usage, Vutility plays a crucial role in promoting energy efficiency and sustainability.
Carbon Clean
Series B in 2020
Carbon Clean specializes in carbon dioxide recovery technology tailored for industrial applications, focusing on the decarbonization of power plants and utilities. The company has developed a patented carbon capture process that utilizes a proprietary regenerable advanced solvent and enhanced energy integration, allowing for the removal of up to 90% of carbon dioxide from flue gases. This energy-efficient technology is designed to be both cost-effective and adaptable, suitable for integration into new facilities or retrofitting existing ones. By providing industrial-quality carbon dioxide for reuse or sequestration, Carbon Clean enables its clients to adopt scalable and affordable carbon capture solutions. The company operates multiple research teams and facilities worldwide, commercializing its innovative technology for a diverse range of global customers.
Infinitum
Series B in 2019
Infinitum focuses on developing advanced electric motors that prioritize sustainability and efficiency. The company utilizes patented printed circuit board stator technology to create lightweight motors that replace traditional iron and copper components, significantly enhancing motor efficiency while reducing costs. Infinitum's designs aim to provide end users with a smaller, lighter, and quieter alternative to conventional motors, ultimately contributing to a reduced carbon footprint throughout the motor's lifecycle. By offering innovative solutions, Infinitum is committed to making a meaningful impact on both the environment and the performance needs of its clients.
Spear Power Systems
Series B in 2019
Spear Power Systems designs and manufactures safe, reliable lithium-ion battery storage systems for demanding applications including defense, marine propulsion, oil & gas, and mining. The company has a wide range of energy storage systems suited to meet any demand. Their family of TRIDENT maritime batteries offers multiple cell chemistries in order to provide you with industry-leading energy density or ultra-high power density depending on the requirements of your application.
Svante
Series C in 2019
Svante is a prominent provider of carbon capture and removal solutions, focusing on the development and manufacture of innovative solid sorbents, structured adsorbent filters, and rotary contactor machines. The company's technology is designed for post-combustion industrial carbon capture and direct air capture, addressing hard-to-decarbonize emissions from industries such as cement, hydrogen, oil and gas, and steel. Svante's solid sorbent-based technology is both environmentally responsible and scalable, allowing for effective CO2 capture that meets pipeline-grade purity standards. This captured carbon can be safely transported, stored underground, or repurposed for various applications. By forming partnerships across the global carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) value chain, Svante aims to facilitate the implementation of source-to-sink carbon capture projects, helping enterprises reduce emissions while managing capital costs and energy use effectively.
Carbon Engineering
Private Equity Round in 2019
Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a clean energy company based in Squamish, Canada, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing and commercializing Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, which captures carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere. The company's innovative approach allows large facilities to manage emissions from various sources, including vehicles, airplanes, and buildings, thereby addressing a significant portion of global emissions. Carbon Engineering's technology integrates processes such as an air contactor and a regeneration cycle, enabling continuous capture of atmospheric CO2 and the production of pure carbon dioxide. Additionally, the company focuses on converting captured CO2 into clean and affordable transportation fuels, aiming to contribute effectively to climate solutions and assist businesses in meeting net-zero targets.
Natron Energy
Venture Round in 2019
Natron Energy, Inc. is an energy storage company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in developing sodium-ion battery technologies, utilizing Prussian Blue electrode materials to create safe and sustainable energy storage solutions. Natron's batteries are designed for various industrial applications, including uninterruptible power supply systems, lift trucks, renewable energy smoothing, and smart grids. These batteries offer advantages such as high power density, efficient recharging, and extended cycle life, and can be produced economically using commodity materials on existing manufacturing lines. Natron Energy operates a software-defined power platform to enhance the integration of its battery solutions across critical backup power systems and other applications.
Carbon Engineering
Series A in 2019
Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a clean energy company based in Squamish, Canada, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing and commercializing Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, which captures carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere. The company's innovative approach allows large facilities to manage emissions from various sources, including vehicles, airplanes, and buildings, thereby addressing a significant portion of global emissions. Carbon Engineering's technology integrates processes such as an air contactor and a regeneration cycle, enabling continuous capture of atmospheric CO2 and the production of pure carbon dioxide. Additionally, the company focuses on converting captured CO2 into clean and affordable transportation fuels, aiming to contribute effectively to climate solutions and assist businesses in meeting net-zero targets.
ChargePoint
Series H in 2018
ChargePoint, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Campbell, California, operates the world’s leading network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Initially known as Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded in December 2012. ChargePoint offers a range of charging solutions, including public charging stations, consumer subscription plans, and cloud-based services that assist utility companies in managing electric demand. Its hardware products cater to various applications, including home, commercial, and fast-charging systems. The ChargePoint app enhances user experience by allowing consumers to locate, reserve, and monitor their charging sessions. Although it has a global presence with offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, the majority of ChargePoint's revenue is generated in the United States.
Svante
Series C in 2018
Svante is a prominent provider of carbon capture and removal solutions, focusing on the development and manufacture of innovative solid sorbents, structured adsorbent filters, and rotary contactor machines. The company's technology is designed for post-combustion industrial carbon capture and direct air capture, addressing hard-to-decarbonize emissions from industries such as cement, hydrogen, oil and gas, and steel. Svante's solid sorbent-based technology is both environmentally responsible and scalable, allowing for effective CO2 capture that meets pipeline-grade purity standards. This captured carbon can be safely transported, stored underground, or repurposed for various applications. By forming partnerships across the global carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) value chain, Svante aims to facilitate the implementation of source-to-sink carbon capture projects, helping enterprises reduce emissions while managing capital costs and energy use effectively.
BrightSource
Series F in 2012
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in designing, developing, and selling proprietary systems for utility-scale electric power plants. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, alongside its proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, generating high-temperature steam. This steam can be used to produce electricity through conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications like thermal enhanced oil recovery. BrightSource also offers comprehensive project development services, including site acquisition, permitting, and securing power purchase agreements, while serving utility-scale solar thermal power project owners and contractors, as well as oil production companies. The firm has established strategic relationships with prominent partners in the energy sector, emphasizing its commitment to providing low-cost, reliable clean energy that competes with fossil fuels.
BrightSource
Series E in 2011
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in designing, developing, and selling proprietary systems for utility-scale electric power plants. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, alongside its proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, generating high-temperature steam. This steam can be used to produce electricity through conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications like thermal enhanced oil recovery. BrightSource also offers comprehensive project development services, including site acquisition, permitting, and securing power purchase agreements, while serving utility-scale solar thermal power project owners and contractors, as well as oil production companies. The firm has established strategic relationships with prominent partners in the energy sector, emphasizing its commitment to providing low-cost, reliable clean energy that competes with fossil fuels.
LS9
Series D in 2010
LS9, based in South San Francisco, California, is a privately-held industrial biotechnology company focused on developing renewable petroleum biofuels and sustainable chemicals. Utilizing advanced synthetic biology techniques, LS9 creates patent-pending UltraClean fuels, emphasizing both innovation and sustainability in the energy sector. The company's goal is to produce hydrocarbon biofuels that serve as environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional fossil fuels, thereby contributing to a more sustainable future.
Atlas Energy
Acquisition in 2010
Atlas Energy is a limited liability company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development and production of natural gas and, to a lesser extent, crude oil. The company primarily operates in the Appalachian Basin, focusing on the extraction of natural gas and natural gas liquids. In addition to its production activities, Atlas Energy sponsors and manages tax-advantaged investment partnerships, utilizing these investments to finance the exploration and development of its acreage.
Solazyme
Series D in 2010
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.
LS9
Series C in 2009
LS9, based in South San Francisco, California, is a privately-held industrial biotechnology company focused on developing renewable petroleum biofuels and sustainable chemicals. Utilizing advanced synthetic biology techniques, LS9 creates patent-pending UltraClean fuels, emphasizing both innovation and sustainability in the energy sector. The company's goal is to produce hydrocarbon biofuels that serve as environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional fossil fuels, thereby contributing to a more sustainable future.
Southwest Windpower
Series C in 2009
Southwest Windpower, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of small wind turbines. The company has established itself as a pioneer in wind technology, having designed and shipped over 180,000 wind turbines to more than 120 countries. Manufacturing operations are based in Flagstaff, Arizona, with additional facilities in Cologne, Germany. Southwest Windpower offers a diverse range of wind turbines suitable for various applications, including remote sites, utility-connected homes, and industrial uses. The company is committed to providing high-quality, reliable, and efficient wind energy solutions, catering to customers who seek performance, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness in their energy products.
BrightSource
Series C in 2008
BrightSource Energy, Inc. is a solar thermal technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in designing, developing, and selling proprietary systems for utility-scale electric power plants. The company utilizes fields of tracking mirrors, known as heliostats, alongside its proprietary software to concentrate sunlight onto a solar receiver/boiler unit, generating high-temperature steam. This steam can be used to produce electricity through conventional steam turbines or for industrial applications like thermal enhanced oil recovery. BrightSource also offers comprehensive project development services, including site acquisition, permitting, and securing power purchase agreements, while serving utility-scale solar thermal power project owners and contractors, as well as oil production companies. The firm has established strategic relationships with prominent partners in the energy sector, emphasizing its commitment to providing low-cost, reliable clean energy that competes with fossil fuels.
Southwest Windpower
Series B in 2007
Southwest Windpower, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of small wind turbines. The company has established itself as a pioneer in wind technology, having designed and shipped over 180,000 wind turbines to more than 120 countries. Manufacturing operations are based in Flagstaff, Arizona, with additional facilities in Cologne, Germany. Southwest Windpower offers a diverse range of wind turbines suitable for various applications, including remote sites, utility-connected homes, and industrial uses. The company is committed to providing high-quality, reliable, and efficient wind energy solutions, catering to customers who seek performance, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness in their energy products.
Southwest Windpower
Series B in 2006
Southwest Windpower, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of small wind turbines. The company has established itself as a pioneer in wind technology, having designed and shipped over 180,000 wind turbines to more than 120 countries. Manufacturing operations are based in Flagstaff, Arizona, with additional facilities in Cologne, Germany. Southwest Windpower offers a diverse range of wind turbines suitable for various applications, including remote sites, utility-connected homes, and industrial uses. The company is committed to providing high-quality, reliable, and efficient wind energy solutions, catering to customers who seek performance, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness in their energy products.
Konarka Technologies
Series B in 2002
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.
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