CelLink Corporation is an innovative company based in Belmont, California, specializing in the development of flexible conductive backplanes and circuits designed for power electronics. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on applications that include batteries, light-emitting diodes, wire harnessing, and solar cells, among other devices that necessitate effective power transmission. By creating advanced backplane solutions, CelLink aims to enhance efficiency and performance across various electronic applications.
General Atomics develops technology solutions for defense, energy, and transportation applications worldwide. The company’s defense solutions comprise aircraft launch and recovery systems; energy solutions include nuclear energy, nuclear fuel, and alternative energy; transportation solutions comprise magnetic levitation (maglev) systems, including urban maglev systems, electromagnetic cargo conveyors, and high-speed maglev systems as well as linear motor systems for civil transportation applications. General Atomics also offers unmanned aircraft systems and sensors as well as training and support services. In addition, the company offers various commercial products, including capacitors, terminal automation products, radiation monitoring systems, deicing products, diagnostic enzymes, electrostatic oil separator systems, nirvana storage products, fusion technology products, research reactor control systems, products for cleanroom services, and algae for aquaculture as well as integrated drive systems, power inverters, and permanent magnet motors. Further, it offers education outreach programs, which include elements that support fusion energy research and development as well as general science education. General Atomics was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Newport News, Virginia; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C. It also has operations in Berlin and Dresden, Germany; Adelaide, Australia; Denver, Colorado; Los Alamos, New Mexico; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Tupelo, Mississippi; Ogden, Utah; and Washington, District of Columbia.
The Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an investor-owned utility with publicly traded stock
The Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. (EPRI) conducts research and development relating to the generation, delivery and use of electricity for the benefit of the public.
Veritone is an artificial intelligence company that has developed aiWARE, an AWS-certified platform offering orchestrated, cognitive computing to transform and analyze structured and unstructured data for clients in a variety of markets, including media and entertainment, legal, compliance, and government. The open platform integrates an ecosystem of cognitive engines, which can be orchestrated together, and a suite of proprietary applications, to reveal unprecedented, multivariate insights from linear files such as radio and TV broadcasts, surveillance footage and public and private content globally. Veritone is the presenting sponsor of the Artificial Intelligence Marketplace at CES and has been recognized by Oracle for Excellence in Application Development.
Nvidia Corporation is a global leader in visual computing, primarily known for its graphics processing units (GPUs) and Tegra processors. The company operates in two key segments: GPUs and Tegra processors. The GPU segment provides various products, including GeForce for gaming, Quadro for professional design applications, and Tesla for artificial intelligence and deep learning. Nvidia's GPUs are increasingly utilized in data centers and automotive applications, supporting advanced computing tasks. The Tegra processor segment focuses on mobile and embedded applications, with offerings such as DRIVE AGX for autonomous vehicles and Jetson AGX for robotics. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Nvidia serves a diverse range of clients, including original equipment manufacturers, cloud service providers, and automotive suppliers, contributing significantly to gaming, professional visualization, and AI markets.
For more than 60 years, HRL's scientists and engineers have been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research, providing real-world technology solutions, and advancing the state of the art. They continue to be recognized as one of the world's premier physical science and engineering research laboratories. Their research collaborations with their LLC Member companies, government, commercial and academic institutions are realizing groundbreaking advances in ultra-high-performance circuitry, robust computing and communications, automated data extraction, and innovative architected materials. Their technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products. These technologies make us safer, support their national security and improve their quality of life. Their success is the result of their collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for their customers, they are finding the unique opportunities in technology. As they look to the future, the technologies they are enabling today will be integral to a prosperous, secure, sustainable world.
Repurpose Energy provide affordable & sustainable energy storage solutions to enable the renewable energy transition.
The Regents of the University of California oversee the management of the University of California's endowment, which is based in Oakland, California. Their mission is to implement investment policies and guidelines aimed at selecting, executing, and monitoring strategies that enhance the fund's value while adhering to a risk-controlled framework. The board of regents, along with an investment committee, is responsible for managing the fund's assets. The University of California is recognized as the leading public university system in the nation, contributing significant research and innovation that benefits California and the broader global community.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is a national laboratory that conducts unclassified scientific research on behalf of the United States Department of Energy. Berkeley Lab is a member of the national laboratory system supported by the U.S. Department of Energy through its Office of Science. It is managed by the University of California (UC) and is charged with conducting unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines. Located on a 200-acre site in the hills above the UC Berkeley campus, Berkeley Lab employs approximately 4,200 scientists, engineers, support staff, and students. The Lab is also responsible for creating 5,600 jobs locally and 12,000 nationally. The overall economic impact on the national economy is estimated at $1.6 billion a year. Technologies developed at Berkeley Lab have generated billions of dollars in revenues, and thousands of jobs. Berkeley Lab was founded in 1931 by Ernest Orlando Lawrence, a UC Berkeley physicist who won the 1939 Nobel Prize in physics for his invention of the cyclotron, a circular particle accelerator that opened the door to high-energy physics.
Ampcera Inc. is a U.S.-based innovator in the development and commercialization of solid-state electrolyte materials for high performance lithium batteries and their upstream & downstream industries. Through collaborations with major automotive OEMs, consumer electronics companies and battery makers, Ampcera is focused on integrating of its scalable and low cost solid-state electrolyte technology in game-changing lithium batteries to achieve higher energy and power density, faster charging, and superior safety than today’s lithium ion batteries.
General Electric Company is a global leader in infrastructure and financial services, founded in 1892 and headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut. The company operates across various segments, including power and water, oil and gas, energy management, aviation, healthcare, transportation, and appliances. Its power segment provides a range of products such as gas and steam turbines, nuclear reactors, and renewable energy solutions. The oil and gas division specializes in drilling and production systems, while the aviation sector manufactures jet engines and aerospace systems. GE also focuses on healthcare technologies, including medical imaging and patient monitoring, as well as transportation solutions like locomotives and diesel engines. Additionally, GE is investing in the Industrial Internet, leveraging advanced software to enhance operational efficiency and asset management for industrial clients. Through its commitment to innovation and sustainability, GE aims to address pressing environmental challenges while delivering valuable insights to its customers.
Developer of direct air capture technology designed to help businesses become carbon neutral, or even negative. The company leverages technology to develop modular and on-site technologies to efficiently capture carbon dioxide from the environment, enabling businesses to reduce greenhouse emissions.
CalWave is bringing superior power generating technology to market with global reach. Our proprietary wave energy converter technology achieves high performance while surviving storms and extreme conditions. Ocean waves are 20-60 times more energy-dense, predictable, and consistent compared to other forms of renewable energy. They are available at night and during winters. CalWave's patented technology converts this energy to electricity, equipping coastal communities with clean, reliable and local energy while keeping our planet and the health of future generations in mind.
Heliogen, Inc. is a clean energy company based in Pasadena, California, focused on utilizing sunlight to produce hydrogen and syngas fuels, aiming to replace fossil fuels across various sectors. Founded in 2013 at Idealab, Heliogen has developed a concentrated solar energy system powered by artificial intelligence, which offers a range of solutions including HelioMax, a closed-loop control system for electricity generation and process heat applications; HelioHeat, which provides carbon-free, ultra-high temperature heat for industries like cement, refining, and mining; and HelioFuel, renewable fuels suitable for transportation, heavy equipment, and household heating. Heliogen's mission is to create technology that can commercially replace fossil fuels in industrial processes with sustainable energy sources.
Applied Spectra, Inc. provides laser ablation (LA) and laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) instruments for isotopic analysis.
Ampcera Inc. is a U.S.-based innovator in the development and commercialization of solid-state electrolyte materials for high performance lithium batteries and their upstream & downstream industries. Through collaborations with major automotive OEMs, consumer electronics companies and battery makers, Ampcera is focused on integrating of its scalable and low cost solid-state electrolyte technology in game-changing lithium batteries to achieve higher energy and power density, faster charging, and superior safety than today’s lithium ion batteries.
Quino Energy manufactures batteries that use specially designed reactants called quinones that are dissolved in water. It is made from low-cost coal tar and wood tar, and is more cost-effective than competing battery technologies at longer storage durations of 5-12 hours. Quino Energy has licensed the quinone flow battery technology from Harvard University, where it was first developed.
Axiom Cloud Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for commercial refrigeration in North America's supermarkets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company addresses significant energy and maintenance challenges in the $120 billion commercial cooling industry. Axiom Cloud offers a power management and maintenance platform that enhances the efficiency of systems with large cooling loads. Key applications include the Virtual Technician, which autonomously predicts and prevents failures, and the Virtual Battery, which emulates the benefits of traditional lithium-ion batteries by optimizing cooling processes and managing energy loads intelligently. Customers in the retail grocery sector engage with Axiom Cloud through an initial setup fee for onsite installation of the IoT platform, followed by recurring software-as-a-service fees for the cloud-based applications that operate on this platform.
Ampcera Inc. is a U.S.-based innovator in the development and commercialization of solid-state electrolyte materials for high performance lithium batteries and their upstream & downstream industries. Through collaborations with major automotive OEMs, consumer electronics companies and battery makers, Ampcera is focused on integrating of its scalable and low cost solid-state electrolyte technology in game-changing lithium batteries to achieve higher energy and power density, faster charging, and superior safety than today’s lithium ion batteries.
Tandem PV, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative photovoltaic cells that combine perovskite and silicon technologies to enhance solar panel efficiency. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company, previously known as Iris Photovoltaics, rebranded in February 2018. Tandem PV specializes in mechanically-stacked solar panels that integrate metal-halide perovskite semiconductors with traditional silicon cells. This integration aims to significantly improve the efficiency and economic viability of solar energy systems, providing clients with a substantial increase in the value and market potential of solar power while reducing installation costs. By leveraging advanced materials and technologies, Tandem PV seeks to contribute to the advancement of solar energy solutions.
Element 16 Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Glendale, California, specializes in high-temperature heat energy storage systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency for commercial and industrial facilities. The company has developed an innovative thermal energy storage technology that utilizes a molten sulfur mixture, replacing traditional molten salts and thermal oils. This advancement allows customers to minimize wasted heat in cogeneration plants, thereby improving overall efficiency and significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Through its solutions, Element 16 Technologies seeks to provide cost-effective energy management options that contribute to sustainability in the energy sector.
Heliogen, Inc. is a clean energy company based in Pasadena, California, focused on utilizing sunlight to produce hydrogen and syngas fuels, aiming to replace fossil fuels across various sectors. Founded in 2013 at Idealab, Heliogen has developed a concentrated solar energy system powered by artificial intelligence, which offers a range of solutions including HelioMax, a closed-loop control system for electricity generation and process heat applications; HelioHeat, which provides carbon-free, ultra-high temperature heat for industries like cement, refining, and mining; and HelioFuel, renewable fuels suitable for transportation, heavy equipment, and household heating. Heliogen's mission is to create technology that can commercially replace fossil fuels in industrial processes with sustainable energy sources.
Southern California Gas Company is a regulated public utility based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in the distribution, transmission, and storage of natural gas. Founded in 1867, the company serves approximately 22 million customers across Central and Southern California. Its extensive infrastructure includes over 51,000 miles of distribution pipelines, 3,058 miles of transmission and storage pipelines, and 9 transmission compressor stations. Southern California Gas also offers a range of services, including residential assistance, energy efficiency programs, and solutions for commercial and industrial clients. As a subsidiary of Pacific Enterprises Inc., the company plays a vital role in meeting the natural gas needs of its extensive customer base.
Wright Electric, Inc. is building technologies for large commercial airplanes. The company is currently developing their flagship Airplane, the Wright 1, which will be a 186-seat single aisle airliner with an 800 mile range. The company hopes to achieve entry to service for the Wright 1 by 2030 and is working with commercial airlines including easyJet and VivaAerobus. In addition to the newly announced U.S. DOE’s ARPA-E funding, the company is funded by Y Combinator, the Clean Energy Trust and venture funds.
Ampcera Inc. is a U.S.-based innovator in the development and commercialization of solid-state electrolyte materials for high performance lithium batteries and their upstream & downstream industries. Through collaborations with major automotive OEMs, consumer electronics companies and battery makers, Ampcera is focused on integrating of its scalable and low cost solid-state electrolyte technology in game-changing lithium batteries to achieve higher energy and power density, faster charging, and superior safety than today’s lithium ion batteries.
Principle Power, Inc. specializes in providing technology and services for the offshore wind industry, focusing on the deep-water market where traditional installations have faced economic and technological challenges. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, with additional offices in France and Portugal, the company has developed the WindFloat, a semi-submersible floating wind turbine foundation. This innovative technology allows offshore wind projects to be established in transitional and deep-water locations, enabling optimal wind resource harvesting regardless of water depth or seabed conditions. Principle Power serves a diverse clientele, including developers, utilities, and independent power producers, aiming to unlock the potential of offshore wind energy on a global scale.
Sunvapor, Inc. is a renewable energy technology and project development company based in Livermore, California. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in the development of solar parabolic trough collectors that utilize solar thermal energy to produce steam on an industrial scale. Sunvapor offers a solar steam plant that integrates innovative energy storage technology with its solar collectors, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of solar energy production.
NovoNutrients is focused on converting industrial waste carbon dioxide emissions into high-value protein ingredients for food and animal feed. The company has developed a fermentation platform that utilizes proprietary microbes and advanced gas fermentation systems to transform CO2, along with hydrogen and oxygen, into complete and safe single-cell protein. This innovative approach not only provides sustainable protein sources to support a growing population but also plays a role in combating climate change through carbon capture and utilization. By addressing both food security and environmental sustainability, NovoNutrients aims to meet the increasing demand for alternative protein solutions.
ViQi offers a software-as-a-service platform specializing in scientific image analysis, catering to various industries including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. Through a straightforward subscription model, users can tailor ViQi's services to their specific requirements for data storage and analysis. The platform facilitates custom image processing and informatics, providing tools for bio-image semantic queries and module development. Additionally, ViQi assists with intranet deployment and hosting of image collections, allowing clients to efficiently view, investigate, and share complex data and images. This comprehensive approach enables swift results and enhances the discovery process in diverse applications.
Lygos is a biotechnology company focused on providing sustainable solutions for renewable chemical production. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Lygos engineers microbes to convert sugars into high-value industrial chemicals, emphasizing cost-effectiveness compared to traditional petrochemical processes. By utilizing advanced throughput screening and strain construction techniques, the company rapidly optimizes biological pathways to transform inexpensive and renewable feedstock into valuable chemical products. Lygos aims to replace persistent and often toxic chemicals with cleaner, more efficient alternatives, catering to business-to-business customers and fostering high-performing, sustainable solutions across the chemical industry.
SolarReserve, a venture-backed renewable energy company, focuses on advanced solar thermal storage technology. SolarReserve was formed to solve two of the fundamental barriers of renewable energy: scalability and storage. Unlike hydroelectric, geothermal, biomass, and other renewable energy technologies that use limited renewable fuel sources, SolarReserve's power plants draw their heat from the sun - earth's ultimate source of clean energy. And unlike wind and photovoltaics, SolarReserve's power plants can deliver power whenever it is needed, either 24 hours per day or only during "peak" demand. By overcoming these two key barriers, SolarReserve enables utility-scale, clean, renewable electricity generation.
Lygos is a biotechnology company focused on providing sustainable solutions for renewable chemical production. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Lygos engineers microbes to convert sugars into high-value industrial chemicals, emphasizing cost-effectiveness compared to traditional petrochemical processes. By utilizing advanced throughput screening and strain construction techniques, the company rapidly optimizes biological pathways to transform inexpensive and renewable feedstock into valuable chemical products. Lygos aims to replace persistent and often toxic chemicals with cleaner, more efficient alternatives, catering to business-to-business customers and fostering high-performing, sustainable solutions across the chemical industry.
Fracsun is the creator of the most accurate PV soiling monitor device to maximize PV array output.
Hearth Labs is making sensors to better control the built environment and reduce energy consumption.
ViQi offers a software-as-a-service platform specializing in scientific image analysis, catering to various industries including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. Through a straightforward subscription model, users can tailor ViQi's services to their specific requirements for data storage and analysis. The platform facilitates custom image processing and informatics, providing tools for bio-image semantic queries and module development. Additionally, ViQi assists with intranet deployment and hosting of image collections, allowing clients to efficiently view, investigate, and share complex data and images. This comprehensive approach enables swift results and enhances the discovery process in diverse applications.
Saratoga Energy Research Partners is focused on developing an innovative and cost-effective process to synthesize graphite from carbon dioxide. The company's technology utilizes electrochemical methods to separate CO2 into oxygen and graphitic carbon, which is a vital component for lithium-ion batteries. The graphite produced through this process is particularly advantageous for fast-charging electric vehicles and grid storage, making it suitable for a wide range of energy and industrial applications. Additionally, Saratoga is involved in the development of carbon nanotubes, which are nano-scale carbon fibers that exhibit high strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal conductivity. These properties enable various sectors to leverage fast charging solutions at competitive prices.
Next Energy Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in transparent energy harvesting window technology. The company's innovative approach allows windows to generate energy from sunlight while maintaining aesthetic appeal and high performance. Their technology is designed to work efficiently even in challenging lighting conditions, and it features coatings integrated directly into dual-pane windows, eliminating additional encapsulation costs. This enables clients to convert windows and glass facades into low-cost, on-site renewable energy sources for buildings. Through its advancements, Next Energy Technologies aims to reshape the landscape of energy production in the built environment.
Founded in 2009, Hydronalix has become recognized as a leader and international symbol in robotics innovation for beach and flood rescue with Their successful patented EMILY product line. Their Mission is to provide enhanced value added capabilities to first responders, earth scientists, military, and safety to the maritime industry. Their focus is on development of small expendable maritime robotic technologies to support missions ranging from search and rescue, bathymetric mapping and underwater ISR, to meteorological station keeping and data gathering, in challenging open ocean and littoral marine environments. They have 11,000 square feet of Engineering, Office, and manufacturing space in Sahuarita, AZ. Water testing is performed at Silver-Bell, Patagonia, and Sahuarita Lakes in Arizona. Ocean and surf zone testing is performed in San Diego, Venice Beach, and Malibu, CA. Company sales are both domestic and overseas with export distribution through out Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company maintains a growing staff of skilled engineers and technicians performing advanced development services and products for the Navy, NOAA, DARPA, and DHS. In addition to EMILY, the company produces a complete product line of advanced Autonomous Mobile Buoys (AMB). The company’s executive leadership team has collective experience of over 200 years in Ocean and Marine Engineering, Robotic systems, advanced sensors, manufacturing, and materials science.
Fracsun is the creator of the most accurate PV soiling monitor device to maximize PV array output.
Solstice Energy Solutions uses IoT and software to enable, connect, and intelligently manage the shared-economy of distributed energy resources in emerging markets. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
As the world's population reaches 9.7 billion in the year 2050, global crop production will need to double to meet the projected demands for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. AFINGEN® develops novel biotechnology platforms for crops to grow faster and healthier and meet the natural resource demand in new sustainable manners.
PowerScout, Inc. is an online platform based in San Francisco that assists California residents in finding and comparing deals on clean energy solutions. The company specializes in smart home improvements, including solar panels, electric vehicle charging, battery storage, and energy-efficient appliances. By entering their address and sharing their electric bill, users can receive customized offers, choose purchase options, and schedule home surveys and installations. Utilizing artificial intelligence and extensive data analysis, PowerScout helps consumers understand their options and make informed decisions by providing competitive bids from a curated selection of top installation service providers. Founded in 2015, PowerScout aims to streamline the decision-making process for smart home improvement similar to how Credit Karma simplifies credit card selection. The company has received significant grants from the U.S. Department of Energy, underscoring its commitment to promoting clean energy solutions.
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Solar Merchant operates an online solar marketplace that focuses on the development process for the small commercial solar sector using a suite of in-house and industry-networked software. The company was founded in 2015 and it operates as a subsidiary of Pick My Solar Corp.
As the world's population reaches 9.7 billion in the year 2050, global crop production will need to double to meet the projected demands for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. AFINGEN® develops novel biotechnology platforms for crops to grow faster and healthier and meet the natural resource demand in new sustainable manners.
PowerScout, Inc. is an online platform based in San Francisco that assists California residents in finding and comparing deals on clean energy solutions. The company specializes in smart home improvements, including solar panels, electric vehicle charging, battery storage, and energy-efficient appliances. By entering their address and sharing their electric bill, users can receive customized offers, choose purchase options, and schedule home surveys and installations. Utilizing artificial intelligence and extensive data analysis, PowerScout helps consumers understand their options and make informed decisions by providing competitive bids from a curated selection of top installation service providers. Founded in 2015, PowerScout aims to streamline the decision-making process for smart home improvement similar to how Credit Karma simplifies credit card selection. The company has received significant grants from the U.S. Department of Energy, underscoring its commitment to promoting clean energy solutions.
As the world's population reaches 9.7 billion in the year 2050, global crop production will need to double to meet the projected demands for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. AFINGEN® develops novel biotechnology platforms for crops to grow faster and healthier and meet the natural resource demand in new sustainable manners.
Next Energy Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in transparent energy harvesting window technology. The company's innovative approach allows windows to generate energy from sunlight while maintaining aesthetic appeal and high performance. Their technology is designed to work efficiently even in challenging lighting conditions, and it features coatings integrated directly into dual-pane windows, eliminating additional encapsulation costs. This enables clients to convert windows and glass facades into low-cost, on-site renewable energy sources for buildings. Through its advancements, Next Energy Technologies aims to reshape the landscape of energy production in the built environment.
Established in 2010, Brittmore Group LLC’s mission is to radically reduce the cost of solar by applying industrial automation to solar farm construction. Just as robotics and automation have revolutionized the repetitive actions in manufacturing, Brittmore Group is bringing this revolution to photovoltaic (PV) power plant construction. Brittmore Group is an exciting startup company in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley. Taking advantage of the Valley’s network of world leadingSilicon Valley engineering and manufacturing resources, Brittmore is able to apply, with economy, mature technologies and concepts from high tech manufacturing processes to the challenges of PV power plant construction.
Primus Power Corporation, founded in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, designs and manufactures advanced electrical energy storage systems, particularly focusing on flow batteries. Its flagship product, the EnergyPod 2, offers flexible capacity ranging from 25 kW to 25 MW, catering to various applications such as peak shaving, bulk energy shifting, renewable energy integration, grid support, and islanding. The EnergyPod provides up to five hours of energy discharge with a lifespan of twenty years, utilizing safe and low-maintenance Zinc Bromine chemistry. Primus Power serves a diverse clientele, including commercial and industrial sectors, data centers, microgrids, and utility customers, with systems deployed both domestically and internationally. The company is recognized for its patented innovations in battery technology, cell design, and system engineering, which contribute to its competitive pricing and reliability.
SMASHsolar specializes in simplifying solar energy installation for homeowners and contractors by addressing common barriers such as cost and complexity. The company has created an innovative solar module that can be easily assembled, which allows for installations that are twice as fast as traditional solar panels. This design significantly lowers labor skill requirements and costs, while also enhancing crew efficiency, ultimately reducing overall installation expenses. The modular system is designed for easy expansion, enabling homeowners to purchase only what they need initially and upgrade their solar capacity as desired. This approach not only streamlines the installation process but also makes solar energy more accessible to a broader audience.
General Atomics develops technology solutions for defense, energy, and transportation applications worldwide. The company’s defense solutions comprise aircraft launch and recovery systems; energy solutions include nuclear energy, nuclear fuel, and alternative energy; transportation solutions comprise magnetic levitation (maglev) systems, including urban maglev systems, electromagnetic cargo conveyors, and high-speed maglev systems as well as linear motor systems for civil transportation applications. General Atomics also offers unmanned aircraft systems and sensors as well as training and support services. In addition, the company offers various commercial products, including capacitors, terminal automation products, radiation monitoring systems, deicing products, diagnostic enzymes, electrostatic oil separator systems, nirvana storage products, fusion technology products, research reactor control systems, products for cleanroom services, and algae for aquaculture as well as integrated drive systems, power inverters, and permanent magnet motors. Further, it offers education outreach programs, which include elements that support fusion energy research and development as well as general science education. General Atomics was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Newport News, Virginia; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C. It also has operations in Berlin and Dresden, Germany; Adelaide, Australia; Denver, Colorado; Los Alamos, New Mexico; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Tupelo, Mississippi; Ogden, Utah; and Washington, District of Columbia.
Lygos is a biotechnology company focused on providing sustainable solutions for renewable chemical production. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Lygos engineers microbes to convert sugars into high-value industrial chemicals, emphasizing cost-effectiveness compared to traditional petrochemical processes. By utilizing advanced throughput screening and strain construction techniques, the company rapidly optimizes biological pathways to transform inexpensive and renewable feedstock into valuable chemical products. Lygos aims to replace persistent and often toxic chemicals with cleaner, more efficient alternatives, catering to business-to-business customers and fostering high-performing, sustainable solutions across the chemical industry.
Next Energy Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in transparent energy harvesting window technology. The company's innovative approach allows windows to generate energy from sunlight while maintaining aesthetic appeal and high performance. Their technology is designed to work efficiently even in challenging lighting conditions, and it features coatings integrated directly into dual-pane windows, eliminating additional encapsulation costs. This enables clients to convert windows and glass facades into low-cost, on-site renewable energy sources for buildings. Through its advancements, Next Energy Technologies aims to reshape the landscape of energy production in the built environment.
Mosaic, based in Oakland, California, provides financing solutions for residential solar energy systems and home improvement projects. Founded in 2009, the company enables homeowners to invest in solar energy generation and storage while also offering financing options for contractors to acquire professional tools. Mosaic's user-friendly platform allows solar and home improvement professionals to facilitate financing through a streamlined point-of-sale application, enhancing the experience for both contractors and homeowners. The company's mission emphasizes promoting clean energy and shared prosperity, aiming to help individuals invest in sustainable solutions for their homes and contribute to a cleaner planet.
Lygos is a biotechnology company focused on providing sustainable solutions for renewable chemical production. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Lygos engineers microbes to convert sugars into high-value industrial chemicals, emphasizing cost-effectiveness compared to traditional petrochemical processes. By utilizing advanced throughput screening and strain construction techniques, the company rapidly optimizes biological pathways to transform inexpensive and renewable feedstock into valuable chemical products. Lygos aims to replace persistent and often toxic chemicals with cleaner, more efficient alternatives, catering to business-to-business customers and fostering high-performing, sustainable solutions across the chemical industry.
Nanosys, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing quantum dot technology to enhance high-definition viewing experiences in the display industry. Founded in 2001 and based in Milpitas, California, the company offers a range of products, including Quantum Dot Concentrate material, quantum dot nanomaterials, and Quantum Dot Enhancement films. These products improve color performance and brightness in a variety of consumer electronics, such as tablets, televisions, smartphones, and automotive interiors. Nanosys' quantum dot technology is compatible with various display types, including LED-LCDs, OLEDs, and micro-LEDs, and has been integrated into over 20 million devices across more than 400 unique products. The company also explores applications of its nanotechnology in areas beyond displays, such as agriculture.
Innovalight, founded by Conrad Burke, specializes in the development of high-efficiency, low-cost solar modules utilizing a unique silicon ink technology. This innovative approach, which has been in development since 2005, allows for the processing of silicon in a liquid form, significantly enhancing the cost and efficiency of solar power generation. Innovalight's focus is on creating ultra-thin film power modules suitable for both residential and commercial applications, contributing to a manufacturing paradigm shift in the solar industry. By emphasizing the use of silicon-based solar cells, the company aims to improve the accessibility and effectiveness of grid-connected solar power solutions.
Clean Energy Systems, of Rancho Cordova, CA, specializes in the development of zero emissions commercial power plants using an oxy-fuel combustion process. The power plants use oxygen and various fuels to produce power that results in zero atmospheric emissions with carbon dioxide and water as byproducts. The company owns an extensive portfolio of patents and a Bakersfield, CA power plant, used to further develop the oxy fuel technology.
Calera Corporation is focused on carbon sequestration, aiming to combat global warming and ocean acidification by capturing greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, from the atmosphere. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, the company works to reduce atmospheric carbon levels through innovative technologies. Calera has formed a strategic alliance with Bechtel Power Corporation to enhance its efforts in this domain.
U.S. Geothermal Inc. is a renewable energy company specializing in the development, production, and sale of electricity derived from geothermal energy resources primarily in the Western United States and Guatemala. The company operates geothermal power projects with a combined generation capacity of approximately 39 megawatts at locations including Neal Hot Springs in Oregon, San Emidio in Nevada, and Raft River in Idaho. In addition, U.S. Geothermal is advancing several projects that could add an estimated 115 megawatts of capacity, including developments in The Geysers, California, and a second phase at San Emidio, as well as projects in Crescent Valley, Nevada, and El Ceibillo near Guatemala City. Founded in 2000, U.S. Geothermal is headquartered in Boise, Idaho, and operates as a subsidiary of Ormat Nevada, Inc.
Propel Fuels, Inc. operates a network of fuel stations in California and Washington, focusing on providing diesel, renewable fuels, and flex fuels. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Sacramento, California, and has retail stations in various cities, including Seattle and Mount Vernon in Washington, as well as numerous locations throughout California. Propel Fuels also offers CleanDrive, an integrated platform that tracks carbon emissions reduction, helping consumers understand the environmental impact of their fuel choices. The company aims to empower drivers by making clean, American-made fuels easily accessible, thereby promoting both economic and environmental benefits. Through its initiatives, Propel Fuels seeks to encourage a shift towards cleaner fueling options and reduce reliance on imported oil.
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.
Fisker, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of electric vehicles and mobility solutions, headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California. The company aims to revolutionize the automotive industry by creating eco-friendly vehicles that evoke emotional responses from consumers. Fisker's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its focus on producing electric vehicles that align with modern environmental standards. The company has a notable history, having previously produced the Fisker Karma, one of the first luxury plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, which garnered attention during its debut at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. Although production of the Karma was halted in 2012, Fisker has since shifted its focus towards developing innovative electric vehicles that meet the growing demand for sustainable transportation solutions.
ECOtality, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in designing, manufacturing, testing, and commercializing electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy storage systems in the United States and internationally. It primary products include the Blink line of charging stations for passenger vehicle applications, such as Blink Level 2 residential and commercial chargers, and the Blink DC Fast Chargers, as well as a turnkey network operating system for EV drivers, commercial businesses, and utilities; and the Minit-Charger line of fast-charge systems for off-road industrial applications, including material handling operations and airport ground service equipment. The company also provides testing and engineering consulting services that comprise EV Micro-Climate process, a planning and consulting program for municipal planning organizations and utilities for physical charge infrastructure installations at residential, commercial, and public locations, as well as review of regulatory issues, public awareness, and marketing programs to support the various value chains associated with the EV Micro-Climate process. In addition, it offers power solutions comprising solar and battery pack manufacturing and assembly, electric charging station assembly, and repair and maintenance services; and operates Fuel Cell Store, an online marketplace for fuel cell-related products and technologies with online distribution sites in the United States, Japan, Russia, Italy, and Portugal. The company was formerly known as Alchemy Enterprises, Ltd. and changed its name to ECOtality, Inc. in November 2006. ECOtality, Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Nordic’s N1000, a simple, light-weight 1MW wind turbine is known for its unsurpassed ease of installation and maintenance, exceptional reliability, and low cost of energy generation. Nordic Windpower is a technology developer and manufacturer of innovative, two-bladed wind turbines for the rapidly expanding global wind market.
Tesla, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, leases, and sells electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems globally, including in the United States, China, and Europe. The company operates in two main segments: Automotive and Energy Generation and Storage. The Automotive segment offers a range of electric vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, and provides electric powertrain components and related services through its service locations and mobile technicians. It sells its vehicles through company-owned stores and its website. The Energy Generation and Storage segment focuses on energy storage solutions, such as lithium-ion battery systems for homes and commercial applications, and includes the design and installation of solar energy products. Tesla also offers vehicle insurance and promotes renewable energy solutions. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to accelerate the world’s transition to electric mobility by expanding the availability and affordability of electric vehicles.
Solyndra is a manufacturer of cylindrical panels utilizing CIGS thin-film solar cell technology, located in Fremont, California. Established in 2005, the company focuses on designing and producing photovoltaic systems that include both panels and mounting hardware specifically for the commercial rooftop market. Solyndra employs high-volume manufacturing techniques to address the needs of the global solar industry. Its proprietary cylindrical modules are engineered to achieve low installation costs while maximizing solar energy output, particularly on low-slope commercial rooftops. The company operates a fully-automated manufacturing facility spanning 300,000 square feet, underscoring its commitment to efficiency and innovation in solar technology.
Nanosolar, Inc. is a manufacturer of solar electricity cells and panels, specializing in cost-efficient solar energy solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company also has manufacturing facilities in Berlin, Germany. Nanosolar utilizes a proprietary printing process to produce CIGS (Copper, Indium, Gallium, Selenium) solar cells and lightweight solar-electric cell foils, known as SolarPly, which can be customized to various sizes. This innovative approach minimizes reliance on expensive vacuum deposition equipment, allowing the company to leverage industrial printing techniques for high-speed production. Nanosolar's product line includes utility panels designed for large-scale power plants, making it a significant player in the solar energy sector.