Portland General Electric Company, an integrated electric utility company, engages in the generation, wholesale purchase, transmission, distribution, and retail sale of electricity in the state of Oregon. The company operates seven thermal plants; seven hydroelectric plants; and two wind farms. As of December 31, 2019, it owned an electric transmission system consisting of 1,264 circuit miles, including 287 circuit miles of 500 kilovolt line, 423 circuit miles of 230 kilovolt line, and 554 miles of 115 kilovolt line. The company has 27,755 circuit miles of distribution lines. It also purchases and sells wholesale natural gas in the United States and Canada. The company serves approximately 895,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 51 cities. Portland General Electric Company was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
Con Edison operates one of the world's largest energy delivery systems, providing electricity, gas and steam to most of New York City and Westchester County.
Equiwatt Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Gateshead, United Kingdom, operates a digital platform that allows households to earn payments for reducing energy consumption during peak times. The company's innovative technology enables consumers to participate in demand response programs, encouraging them to turn off energy-intensive appliances when electricity prices are high. By managing the power usage of numerous household devices, Equiwatt is creating a crowd-owned virtual power plant that can effectively respond to grid inefficiencies while promoting clean energy use. Through this approach, Equiwatt empowers energy consumers to trade their demand flexibility in energy markets, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient energy system.
Repurpose Energy provide affordable & sustainable energy storage solutions to enable the renewable energy transition.
Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is an independent, non-partisan nonprofit that drives the efficient and restorative use of resources. Co-founded in 1982 by Amory Lovins, its Chairman Emeritus and Chief Scientist, RMI now has approximately 80 full-time staff, annual operations of $16 million, and a global reach and reputation. RMI advances market-based solutions, engaging businesses, communities, and institutions to cost-effectively shift to efficiency and renewables. We employ rigorous research, analysis, and whole-systems expertise to develop breakthrough insights. We then convene and collaborate with diverse partners—business, government, academic, nonprofit, philanthropic, and military—to accelerate and scale solutions. RMI's strategic focus is transforming global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.
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.
Columbia Power Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of wave energy harvesting systems, focusing on offshore applications. One of its key products, StingRAY, is designed to be deployed in water depths exceeding 60 meters and operates similarly to wind turbines in arrays. This innovative system captures energy from ocean waves and generates electricity on-board, making it suitable for various applications, including powering oceanographic sensors and generating megawatt-scale electricity. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, the company also maintains a research facility in Corvallis, Oregon, where it continues to advance its wave energy technology for reliable performance in diverse sea conditions.
ICE Thermal Harvesting was founded as a partnership between like-minded individuals who view the global energy supply holistically. We desire to help piece together the energy mosaic that will provide for the society of the future. ICE Thermal Harvesting is based in The Woodlands, TX and focuses on supplying zero-emission power in various regions around the world.
Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on advancing artificial photosynthesis to produce sustainable polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops innovative technology that efficiently captures and converts carbon dioxide, utilizing waveguides to distribute sunlight evenly throughout scalable reactors. By enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules, Dimensional Energy aims to create hydrocarbon fuels that address significant energy requirements while promoting environmental responsibility. Their approach positions them at the forefront of solar fuel viability, leveraging novel, functionalized catalysts to transform energy production.
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.
The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources develops policies and programs that respond to the state's evolving energy needs while advancing environmental sustainability, energy security, and a vibrant clean energy economy.
Baryon develops and commercializes energy efficiency technologies with applications in building cooling, water production, desalination, cold chain, and other industries.
Titan Advanced Energy Solutions specializes in developing advanced battery management systems for lithium-ion batteries, leveraging patented ultrasound technology to enhance battery performance. Their flagship product, ionView, delivers over 99% accuracy in state-of-health and state-of-charge assessments, which leads to a minimum 20% increase in charge capacity and a 125% extension of battery life. The systems also offer real-time monitoring, safety controls, and cell-level balancing. Titan's solutions cater to a diverse range of industries, including automotive, energy storage, mobile devices, and battery manufacturing, ultimately supporting the electrification and decarbonization efforts for a sustainable future. Founded in 2016 and located in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company was previously known as Titan Energy Analytics.
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.
Maalka is a developer of an energy efficiency platform aimed at assisting cities and building owners in measuring, managing, and reducing their environmental impact. The Maalka Platform provides a comprehensive suite of tools that enables organizations to track their energy, water, and waste consumption, delivering insights on how to enhance efficiency and minimize environmental footprints. By facilitating automated energy efficiency initiatives and streamlining data-driven outreach and reporting, Maalka supports private organizations and agencies in the United States to effectively manage their building portfolios. The platform is characterized by its open, secure, and scalable design, making data-driven program management accessible and affordable for a diverse range of users.
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.
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.
Hearth Labs is making sensors to better control the built environment and reduce energy consumption.
FuelCell Energy, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, installation, operation, and servicing of stationary fuel cell power plants designed for distributed power generation. The company offers a range of products, including those based on carbonate fuel cell technology, which can be configured for on-site power generation, utility grid support, and hydrogen production, among others. FuelCell Energy also provides carbon capture systems that extract carbon dioxide from emissions produced by various industrial sources. The company has approximately 300 megawatts of power generation capacity installed or in backlog and serves diverse sectors such as utilities, industrial operations, healthcare, and government facilities. With a strong presence primarily in the United States, South Korea, England, and Germany, FuelCell Energy has generated over 1.5 billion kilowatt hours of power from renewable biogas and clean natural gas. Headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, the company is also engaged in ongoing research to advance hydrogen generation and solid oxide fuel cell technology.
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Mesodyne's solution is a novel ultra-high energy density, multi-fuel, silent, compact power generator. Our generators convert fuel to electricity with heat and light as intermediaries: a small micro combustor heats a photonic crystal to incandescence and the resulting light is tailored to the bandgap of an infrared cell resulting in unprecedented high efficiencies.
ProjectEconomics specializes in providing software and solutions designed to enhance the efficiency of distributed generation programs within the energy sector, particularly focusing on community solar initiatives. The company caters to utilities, energy retailers, and solar developers, facilitating the implementation and administration of community solar projects. By streamlining these processes, ProjectEconomics aims to support the growth of renewable energy and promote more accessible solar power options for communities.
Echogen Power Systems, LLC develops heat-to-power generation systems. The company’s product captures heat energy and converts into usable power. It offers heat recovery systems for bottom cycling in gas turbines, industrial waste heat recovery, solar thermal, geothermal, and hybrid alternatives to the internal combustion engines. The company also offers heat recovery engines for various power outputs. It serves companies that generate heat as a byproduct of their processes, and others. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Akron, Ohio. Echogen Power Systems, LLC is a former subsidiary of Cognitek Management Systems Inc.
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.
Energetic Insurance, Inc. is an InsurTech company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing solar insurance solutions aimed at mitigating credit and counterparty risks associated with commercial and industrial solar photovoltaic projects. Its flagship product, EneRate, offers coverage for third-party solar developers and asset owners, protecting them against payment default risks and revenue losses when off-takers fail to meet their Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) obligations. Additionally, Energetic Insurance has developed a systematic approach to address off-taker payment defaults, thereby facilitating solar financing for organizations that are unrated or classified as below investment grade. This innovative, data-driven methodology aims to enhance risk management within the renewable energy sector, promoting increased project deployment and capital investment in solar initiatives.
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.
Solstice Power Technologies, Inc. develops customer management software for solar power companies. It provides an online platform for solar marketplace that offers subscriber aggregation and management services to solar developers, utilities, and other providers of shared solar energy. Solstice Power Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Solstice Initiative, Inc. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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.
ProjectEconomics specializes in providing software and solutions designed to enhance the efficiency of distributed generation programs within the energy sector, particularly focusing on community solar initiatives. The company caters to utilities, energy retailers, and solar developers, facilitating the implementation and administration of community solar projects. By streamlining these processes, ProjectEconomics aims to support the growth of renewable energy and promote more accessible solar power options for communities.
As your local utility and an energy delivery company with more than a century of experience, our commitment to customer service, security, and satisfaction is guided by the progress of the past and the promise of the future. Driving an industry that is entrepreneurial in nature, we have always remained focused on benefiting the people, environment, and economies of the communities we serve. We continue to enhance our services and the workforce that helps us generate smart ideas.
Accio Energy is making distributed wind energy systems scalable, reliable, and affordable with Aerovoltaic energy systems that directly convert wind energy to electricity without any moving parts. Accio Energy Aerovoltaic energy systems offer the low cost of big wind with the modularity and flexibility of solar. It's a new direction in wind energy.
The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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.
ConnectDER LLC specializes in designing and manufacturing solutions that facilitate the connection of grid-ready distributed energy resources, particularly solar photovoltaic systems. The company creates a connection point that installs between residential electric meters and meter sockets, enhancing the integration of renewable energy. Additionally, ConnectDER offers a cloud-based platform that allows fleet operators to access metering and operational data, as well as manage the commissioning and decommissioning of ConnectDER units, including firmware updates. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ConnectDER was previously known as Infinite Invention LLC before rebranding in 2015. The company aims to provide effective solutions to complex challenges in the power and water sectors.
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.
WattBuy is an online marketplace that assists residents in saving on electricity costs by facilitating the selection of cheaper electricity providers. Founded in 2017, the platform empowers users to make informed decisions about their home electricity expenses by enabling them to browse and choose from a variety of plans available in their area. As several state governments have deregulated the electricity market, homeowners in 14 states can now access over 50 electricity providers and plans tailored to their needs. WattBuy utilizes a personalized recommendation engine to help clients set up electricity plans that align with their preferences and usage, ultimately allowing them to switch to more cost-effective options. The company is supported by the Department of Energy and Techstars Accelerator.
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.
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.
ConnectDER LLC specializes in designing and manufacturing solutions that facilitate the connection of grid-ready distributed energy resources, particularly solar photovoltaic systems. The company creates a connection point that installs between residential electric meters and meter sockets, enhancing the integration of renewable energy. Additionally, ConnectDER offers a cloud-based platform that allows fleet operators to access metering and operational data, as well as manage the commissioning and decommissioning of ConnectDER units, including firmware updates. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ConnectDER was previously known as Infinite Invention LLC before rebranding in 2015. The company aims to provide effective solutions to complex challenges in the power and water sectors.
ThermoEnergy Corporation, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced wastewater treatment and carbon-reducing combustion technologies. The company offers a variety of wastewater treatment systems based on its controlled atmosphere separation technology (CAST) platform, which includes solutions for treating brackish and natural water sources, recycling wastewater, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Key products include Turbo CAST for heat recuperation and Mobile CAST for self-contained wastewater processing. Additionally, ThermoEnergy provides ammonia recovery processes for agricultural fertilizers, renewable energy solutions that convert waste into usable fuel, and enhanced biogas production methods for animal waste treatment. The company also holds a patented pressurized oxycombustion technology that facilitates the conversion of fossil fuels and biomass into electricity while significantly reducing air emissions and capturing carbon dioxide. Its technologies serve various sectors, including heavy manufacturing, petrochemicals, and municipal wastewater treatment, aiming to support clients in enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and achieving sustainability goals.
Solectria Renewables, LLC is the U.S. based grid-tied PV inverter, string combiner and web-based monitoring manufacturer for residential, commercial and utility-scale solar projects. Our wide range of products includes 1.8kW to 500kW grid-tied inverters for systems 1kW to multi-MWs. Solectria Renewables is backed by over 20 years of power electronics and inverter experience and world class warranties. All of our commercial and utility-scale PV inverters are manufactured in the USA, ARRA compliant, Ontario FIT Content Compliant, and listed to UL 1741/IEEE 1547.
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.
24M Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in the development of energy storage systems tailored for grid and transportation applications. The company manufactures lithium-ion batteries that enhance the operational reliability, economics, and efficiency of electric power systems. Its innovative design features binder-free semisolid electrodes and unit cells, which streamline the battery recycling process by eliminating the need for complex hydro or pyrometallurgical methods. This approach facilitates the direct reuse of active materials, ultimately enabling clients to improve efficiency and reduce costs associated with end-of-life battery management.
Beacon Power, LLC specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of grid-scale flywheel energy storage systems aimed at improving the reliability and stability of electricity grids in the United States and internationally. The company's innovative technology converts electric energy into rotating kinetic energy, which can be stored and transmitted efficiently. Beacon Power's products are utilized for various applications, including power grid efficiency, frequency regulation, and integration of renewable energy sources. In addition to its flywheel systems, the company offers grid stability services that enhance the performance of electric power grids. Headquartered in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, Beacon Power operates facilities in Stephentown, New York; Hazle Township, Pennsylvania; and Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, focusing on delivering sustainable energy solutions for utility and distributed generation markets.
Resolute Marine Energy, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in developing wave energy converters to generate clean energy from ocean waves. The company focuses on harnessing ocean wave energy for power generation and transporting seawater to onshore desalination facilities, effectively producing potable water and electricity. Its technology serves various commercial applications, including open-ocean aquaculture, seawater desalination, and ocean observation systems. By providing wave-driven power services, Resolute Marine Energy aims to support sustainable development, align water supply and demand in water-stressed areas, and contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions. The company has received grants from the Department of Energy and was recognized as the 2010 winner of the Global Entrepreneurship Week's Startup Open competition.
EnerG2, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced engineered carbon materials specifically designed for energy storage devices. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional facility in Albany, Oregon, the company specializes in producing high-performance carbon materials for applications such as ultracapacitors, lead-acid batteries, and lithium-ion batteries. Utilizing proprietary manufacturing technologies, EnerG2 creates nano-structured carbon products that significantly enhance power density and cycle life, addressing the limitations of naturally occurring carbon materials. The company's focus on innovation positions it as a key supplier to energy storage device manufacturers.
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.