The National Science Foundation (NSF), established in 1950 and located in Alexandria, Virginia, is an independent federal agency dedicated to advancing fundamental research and education across all scientific and engineering disciplines. With an annual budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF operates America's Seed Fund, which allocates nearly $200 million each year to support startups and small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. This initiative provides non-dilutive funding of up to $1.5 million to assist in research and development efforts, thereby facilitating the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services. By helping to de-risk technology, the NSF plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges through scientific advancements.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Arctura is dedicated to securing a sustainable energy future that is affordable, healthy, and accessible. Through technology innovation, we are developing new wind energy solutions to get more from every turn.
Developer of insulation products designed to make life affordable, comfortable and safe through the management of thermal energy. The company's product offers performance improvements and can achieve significant energy savings versus building insulation and leading to project paybacks, enabling engineers and the construction sector to reduce costs through low-cost manufacturing and facile installation.
Satellite Vu will monitor the temperature of every building on the planet in near real time to determine valuable insights into economic activity, energy efficiency and carbon footprint. We are passionate about supporting decision making around the world related to: the Energy industry, investors monitoring economic activity, sustainable finance. Natural Disaster responders, building operators & Plastics Cleanup.
Green Light Labs helps organizations save money, improve employee retention, and reduce CO2 emissions by measuring the cost of mobility, providing recommendations for improvement, and facilitating the exchange of communication and incentives between management and employees. It offers a marketing platform meant to convince users to switch to electric vehicles.
Engineering Technologies provides E-Bin, which encourages recycling, then developed Platypus to produce energy from the ocean and is now working on the Platypus Prowler, an AUV that travels indefinitely under the sea. They released a mobile app, E-Bin, which encourages recycling.
Heila Technologies is an MIT-born startup dedicated to simplifying the integration and operation of individual Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and microgrids. It is focused on the commercialization of the Heila IQ Platform, a decentralized optimization system that reduces system complexity and cost. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Accelerate Wind provides wind energy generation for the commercial and industrial spaces. The company develops patent-pending powertrain concept that reduces the cost of wind turbine power electronics through intermediate energy storage in a small flywheel.
AeroShield manufactures a super-insulating, nanoporous form of glass for energy efficient windows. The AeroShield material can be placed between two panes of glass, similar to a traditional double-pane, to create a product that is 50% more insulating than traditional windows, but with a payback period up to 5 times faster than windows of similar performance.
Active Energy Systems is leveraging its scientific expertise to develop and market an improved form of ice thermal energy storage. The company's headquarters are in Knoxville, Tennessee.
ElectraSteel uses intermittent renewable energy for the electrification and decarbonization of iron and steelmaking. ElectraSteel's investors include leading sustainability-focused global venture capital funds with $300B+ assets under management.
Flux Marine specializes in developing electric marine propulsion systems designed to enhance performance while minimizing environmental impact. The company focuses on creating electric boat motors that utilize solid-state components to achieve zero emissions, thereby reducing pollution in marine environments. By prioritizing efficiency and sustainability, Flux Marine's motors not only enhance transport capabilities but also significantly lower noise and air pollution. Additionally, these propulsion systems are virtually maintenance-free, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint and promoting cleaner practices within the marine industry.
Verdox is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. The company’s proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gases to be captured with up to 80% less energy and 70% less cost than conventional approaches.
BlueDot Photonics, Inc., based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in the design, development, and production of solar panels and photonic devices. Founded in 2019, the company aims to significantly advance solar power deployment by reducing the cost of silicon solar panels by 10% while improving their efficiency by 16%. Additionally, BlueDot Photonics is focused on innovative manufacturing techniques to create flexible, lightweight solar modules with efficiencies exceeding 25%. By utilizing new semiconductor materials, the company enhances the performance and durability of solar panels, enabling customers to access affordable alternative energy solutions.
Nativus is a hardware technology company developing a hyper-efficient air-conditioner for commercial and residential applications in the heating and cooling industry. Current technologies have remained stagnant for decades, receiving only incremental improvements over the past 50 years. However, through our patent-pending technology which combines the heat exchanger surface with a centrifugal fan, it’s theoretically possible to achieve a 10x better overall system efficiency than currently available air conditioners. With the US HVAC market valued at over $20B, we initially plan to target the room a/c market and offer customers an extremely efficient, quiet, lightweight, and stylistic product.
Infinite Cooling Inc. is a company focused on water recovery systems designed for power plants and other industrial facilities. Founded in 2017 and based in Massachusetts, the company employs innovative technology utilizing high-voltage electric fields to capture and recycle water that evaporates from cooling towers. This process significantly reduces water waste and helps mitigate water scarcity. By implementing its systems, Infinite Cooling enables power plants, data centers, and factories to lower their water consumption and treatment costs, promoting sustainability in industrial operations.
Sunthru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Scotia, New York, specializes in the development of aerogel-based day-lighting windows designed to serve as an alternative to traditional window glass. The company's products utilize silica aerogel, which offers exceptional insulating properties while maximizing light transmission and transparency. This innovative approach benefits a variety of large buildings, including schools, gymnasiums, and department stores, by reducing window-related expenses and enhancing energy efficiency through lower thermal conductivity. Sunthru’s focus on aerogel technology positions it as a leader in providing sustainable and cost-effective window solutions in the architectural market.
Legov Systems Group, founded in 2018 and based in Boise, Idaho, specializes in the development of scalable power systems utilizing smart materials for energy harvesting. The company's innovative technologies are designed to recover significant amounts of low-grade waste heat from various sources, including combined heat and power installations, metal manufacturing, chemical processing, and industrial boilers. By enhancing the recovery of waste heat, Legov Systems Group enables its clients to lower operating costs, reduce energy demands, and improve overall sustainability in their operations.
EnergyXchain develops and provides patent pending transaction management, smart contract and blockchain-based solutions for industries having high-volume, complex, repetitive transactions and needing greater transaction efficiency, effectiveness, autonomy and security.
Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.
EnKoat, founded in 2019 and based in Casa Grande, Arizona, focuses on creating sustainable solutions for the construction industry to address climate change. The company has developed an active insulation coating that aims to lower cooling costs in both residential and commercial buildings. This innovative coating employs a proprietary blend of thermal regulating additives designed to minimize heat transfer through convection, conduction, and solar radiation. By implementing EnKoat's technology, clients can achieve significant cost savings and reduce their overall energy consumption.
Developer of insulation products designed to make life affordable, comfortable and safe through the management of thermal energy. The company's product offers performance improvements and can achieve significant energy savings versus building insulation and leading to project paybacks, enabling engineers and the construction sector to reduce costs through low-cost manufacturing and facile installation.
SunDensity Inc. specializes in the research, design, and development of Photonic Smart Coating technology, specifically its patent-pending PSC™. This innovative technology facilitates the up and down conversion of light wavelengths, addressing inefficiencies in photonics. The company's products aim to enhance the efficiency of solar photovoltaics, thereby reducing electricity generation costs. In addition, SunDensity's technology allows for the customization of thermal and optical properties in architectural glass and increases the quantum efficiency of optoelectronic instruments. Founded in 2016, SunDensity is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Rochester, New York.
FluxMagic is an electronics company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the development of innovative magnetic devices tailored for renewable energy applications. Its systems employ powerful magnets arranged to facilitate energy transfer between moving components without physical contact, eliminating the need for lubricants or heat transfer fluids. This design not only enhances the longevity of the devices compared to traditional mechanical systems but also supports magneto-mechanical energy conversion for both industrial and consumer markets. By focusing on efficiency and sustainability, FluxMagic aims to contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions in energy use.
Transaera is focused on creating a new generation of affordable and energy-efficient cooling systems designed to minimize energy consumption while providing effective climate control. Their technology aims to enhance indoor environments crucial for both business operations and personal comfort, benefiting human productivity. By offering environmentally friendly cooling solutions, Transaera addresses the need for systems that have a reduced impact on the global climate and local energy infrastructure. These innovative cooling systems are suitable for both residential and commercial applications, enabling consumers to choose options that use significantly less energy compared to traditional air conditioners.
XFlow Energy manufactures vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) that reduce the cost of wind energy generation. XFlow Energy’s unique rotor design eliminates the structural failure modes common to VAWTs while simultaneously maintaining high efficiency and low manufacturing costs. XFlow also offers engineering consulting, prototyping, and testing services for renewable energy systems.
Virimodo is a developer of a clean energy subscription platform designed for urban residents to effectively monitor and manage their energy consumption. By utilizing algorithms and artificial intelligence, the platform matches users with suitable renewable energy suppliers, allowing them to customize their green energy plans according to their specific consumption patterns. This innovative approach not only promotes the use of renewable energy but also empowers consumers to track their energy usage, contributing to carbon reduction efforts in real estate portfolios. Through its services, Virimodo aims to facilitate a transition toward carbon neutrality in urban environments.
ThermoAI develops advanced machine learning algorithms and sensor technology aimed at optimizing industrial combustion processes in power plants. By leveraging IoT and artificial intelligence, the company enhances the efficiency of chemical reactions, addressing critical factors such as moisture content, atmospheric pressure, and air intake levels. Their systems continuously monitor these variables to achieve near-perfect combustion, which leads to significant fuel savings, increased energy output, extended lifespan of costly equipment, and reduced emissions. ThermoAI's solutions enable plant operators to model and enhance their operations, ultimately improving overall performance and sustainability.
Creathadh Energies develops integrated circuit technology for low-power vibration. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Developer of solar technology designed to generate energy and use it in heating infrastructure. The company's platform utilizes air to transport heat to eliminate the use of copper in the construction of the panel, and stainless steel piping to transport heat, enabling clients to use solar thermal-based engineering.
Harvest Thermal develops a control system for home use that integrates heating, hot water, and cooling with thermal storage. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California.
Darcy Solutions, Inc. specializes in the development of environmentally friendly and energy-efficient buildings. Established in 2018 and located in Excelsior, Minnesota, the company offers a patent-pending approach to ground source heat pumps. This innovative technology is recognized as one of the most efficient options for heating and cooling. By significantly reducing installation costs and making it viable for previously unsuitable locations, Darcy Solutions aims to enhance the accessibility and affordability of sustainable building solutions.
Noon Energy develops a flow battery technology that enables economical long-duration energy storage. The company's design will allow intermittent renewable electricity sources, such as solar and wind, to meet continual demand. Noon Energy was founded in 2018 and based in Palo Alto, California.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Heat Inverse is a Developer of cooling systems built for hot climates. The company's products include air sealed cooling systems with air-tight, moisture-tight electronics enclosures thermally coupled to the surrounding air that maintains content at a constant temperature, within 0.5 degree C and wireless temperature sensor networks that comes with 5V 1A power supply and can be connected to wifi, and use only 1/2watt, enabling manufacturers to increase efficiency simply and inexpensively, using thin-film materials that get cold with zero-energy input.
EnerBlock develops the energy tokens that are ascribed to the energy unit data from the database and the smart contract framework. They provide power electronics, behind-the-meter grid services, off-grid backup power, and simple integration with installed systems.
Shower Stream, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in designing and manufacturing a motion-activated shower head adapter that significantly reduces water wastage. This innovative product addresses the issue of water waste, particularly in hotels, where it is estimated that $30,000 is lost annually due to inefficient shower warm-up practices. Shower Stream's smart adapter not only conserves water but also provides users with data on their savings through a web interface. The device is designed to be unobtrusive, ensuring that it does not disrupt the user's experience while promoting sustainability and efficiency in water usage.
For the new-space projects that need 100X more energy @10X lower price than available today, they develop solar PV technology to make power in space affordable. There is a demand for 100 MW of solar for space in the next 5 years. But the existing space solar panels are extremely expensive and very slow to manufacture. With today's technology 100 MW of space solar panels will cost more than $60B and it will take more than 10 years to manufacture. Regher Solar solves this problem. Regher Solar is revolutionizing the access to power in space with space tolerant ultrathin silicon solar panels, which for the first time on the market, will have both high efficiency and low cost in a single light-weight and flexible package.
Infinite Cooling Inc. is a company focused on water recovery systems designed for power plants and other industrial facilities. Founded in 2017 and based in Massachusetts, the company employs innovative technology utilizing high-voltage electric fields to capture and recycle water that evaporates from cooling towers. This process significantly reduces water waste and helps mitigate water scarcity. By implementing its systems, Infinite Cooling enables power plants, data centers, and factories to lower their water consumption and treatment costs, promoting sustainability in industrial operations.
Green Light Labs helps organizations save money, improve employee retention, and reduce CO2 emissions by measuring the cost of mobility, providing recommendations for improvement, and facilitating the exchange of communication and incentives between management and employees. It offers a marketing platform meant to convince users to switch to electric vehicles.
Heila Technologies is an MIT-born startup dedicated to simplifying the integration and operation of individual Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and microgrids. It is focused on the commercialization of the Heila IQ Platform, a decentralized optimization system that reduces system complexity and cost. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
EnergyXchain develops and provides patent pending transaction management, smart contract and blockchain-based solutions for industries having high-volume, complex, repetitive transactions and needing greater transaction efficiency, effectiveness, autonomy and security.
Accelerate Wind provides wind energy generation for the commercial and industrial spaces. The company develops patent-pending powertrain concept that reduces the cost of wind turbine power electronics through intermediate energy storage in a small flywheel.
Allumia, LLC designs, funds, installs, and manages lighting upgrades. It evaluates the current lighting and follow-up with a proposal, which includes updated designs and expected savings; installs and upgrades the entire facility’s lighting; and provides replacement lamps, drivers, and additional lighting hardware; and maintenance services. The company serves commercial, athletic, automotive, and industrial markets. Allumia, LLC was founded in 2013 and is based in Seattle, Washington. It has additional satellite offices in Los Angeles, California and Durham, North Carolina.
Manufacturer and developer of a concentrated photovoltaic power system designed to help clients in electrical energy generation. The company's system uses large inexpensive mirrors and dual-axis trackers, similar to those already in high-volume production for solar thermal concentrators, to focus sunlight onto small but highly efficient multi-junction cells enabling power producers to generate solar energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Nativus is a hardware technology company developing a hyper-efficient air-conditioner for commercial and residential applications in the heating and cooling industry. Current technologies have remained stagnant for decades, receiving only incremental improvements over the past 50 years. However, through our patent-pending technology which combines the heat exchanger surface with a centrifugal fan, it’s theoretically possible to achieve a 10x better overall system efficiency than currently available air conditioners. With the US HVAC market valued at over $20B, we initially plan to target the room a/c market and offer customers an extremely efficient, quiet, lightweight, and stylistic product.
Active Energy Systems is leveraging its scientific expertise to develop and market an improved form of ice thermal energy storage. The company's headquarters are in Knoxville, Tennessee.
developer of solar energy solutions designed for grid, microgrid, energy efficiency, and energy reliability support. The company's offerings include solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and monitoring tools, generating clean electricity, storing excess solar energy, enabling businesses and homeowners to become more energy independent and potentially reducing their reliance on the traditional grid.
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.
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Baseload Renewables develops low-cost energy storage to replace fossil base-load generation with renewable energy.
Transaera is focused on creating a new generation of affordable and energy-efficient cooling systems designed to minimize energy consumption while providing effective climate control. Their technology aims to enhance indoor environments crucial for both business operations and personal comfort, benefiting human productivity. By offering environmentally friendly cooling solutions, Transaera addresses the need for systems that have a reduced impact on the global climate and local energy infrastructure. These innovative cooling systems are suitable for both residential and commercial applications, enabling consumers to choose options that use significantly less energy compared to traditional air conditioners.
Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.
Fluency Lighting Technologies, Inc. is based in Santa Barbara, California, and focuses on developing next-generation, energy-efficient lighting solutions utilizing advanced laser technology and materials design. The company aims to overcome the limitations of traditional lighting by creating low-étendue light sources that offer high control over light output while maintaining a compact size. Their products are designed for a variety of applications, including tactical flashlights, automotive and aircraft lighting, projectors and displays, medical device illumination, architectural spotlighting, and downlighting for museums and retail environments. By enabling clients to incorporate these innovative technologies, Fluency Lighting Technologies enhances energy efficiency and supports the development of cutting-edge products in various markets.
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.
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.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
Skyven Technologies specializes in providing innovative solar thermal solutions for industrial and commercial heat applications. The company focuses on decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries by capturing waste heat to generate clean, emissions-free steam. By adopting a tech-driven approach, Skyven Technologies aims to facilitate industrial decarbonization through an energy-as-a-service model that finances and mitigates risks associated with capital projects. This strategy enables commercial and industrial facilities to produce green energy while significantly lowering costs and reducing carbon emissions linked to process heat.
Shower Stream, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in designing and manufacturing a motion-activated shower head adapter that significantly reduces water wastage. This innovative product addresses the issue of water waste, particularly in hotels, where it is estimated that $30,000 is lost annually due to inefficient shower warm-up practices. Shower Stream's smart adapter not only conserves water but also provides users with data on their savings through a web interface. The device is designed to be unobtrusive, ensuring that it does not disrupt the user's experience while promoting sustainability and efficiency in water usage.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
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.
Reduced Energy Microsystems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing low power asynchronous microprocessors aimed at enhancing embedded devices. By integrating advanced circuit technology, intelligent architecture, and refined software tools, Reduced Energy Microsystems focuses on delivering energy-efficient silicon specifically for applications in computer vision and artificial intelligence. Their innovative solutions are designed to significantly reduce power consumption during processing operations, particularly in mobile devices.
Aquanis, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing the aerodynamic performance of wind turbines through the development of electrical devices. Incorporated in 2016 and located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, Aquanis offers blade-mounted plasma actuators that address unsteady aerodynamic forces. These innovative devices aim to reduce the cost of wind energy by extending the service life of turbines and facilitating the design of larger, more efficient models.
Kelvin, formerly known as Radiator Labs, Inc., manufactures innovative radiator covers designed to enhance the efficiency of steam-heated buildings. The company's flagship product, the Cozy, is a wireless and cost-effective retrofit that can be easily installed over existing radiators to provide precise temperature control. This system addresses common issues such as overheating and uneven heating, significantly improving indoor comfort. By redistributing steam flow, the Cozy can accelerate heating in colder rooms and reduce overall heating costs by up to 40%. With an estimated potential for cumulative annual savings of $7 billion across the 120 million residential and commercial radiators in the United States, Kelvin's solutions aim to tackle both energy waste and tenant discomfort in various building types. Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company has received multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and innovation.
Carnot Compression specializes in the development of energy-efficient industrial compressors that utilize a proprietary isothermal compression process. This innovative method employs water to create millions of tiny gas bubbles, allowing for superior heat absorption during compression. The thermal capacity of water significantly enhances energy efficiency, resulting in at least 25% energy savings compared to conventional compressors. Carnot's technology is particularly beneficial for a range of applications, including air and gas compression, refrigeration, liquefied natural gas, and CNG transportation. By addressing a global market opportunity valued at $30 billion, Carnot serves a diverse array of industrial end users, particularly in the food and life sciences sectors, by providing sustainable and oil-free compressed gas solutions.
DropWise Technologies specializes in advanced coating solutions designed to enhance efficiency in heat exchange systems, particularly for power plants. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique vapor-based deposition process developed in collaboration with leading MIT labs. This innovative technology produces ultra-thin, durable coatings that significantly reduce fouling and corrosion, enabling power plants to generate electricity using less coolant water. The coatings are versatile, applicable in various sectors including power generation, desalination, HVAC/R, and chemical refining. By chemically grafting coatings to surfaces with nanometer precision, DropWise addresses the limitations of conventional liquid coatings, which are often too thick and ineffective. Their products not only improve heat transfer rates—up to seven times greater—but also provide protection against harsh environments, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
XPEED Turbine Technology is an engineering company that develops technologies to improve wind turbines. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Piscataway, New Jersey.
Innovas Technologies provides automatic condenser and chiller tube cleaning systems that improve energy efficiency and reduce maintenance. The company's system provides condenser tube cleaning systems for on-load cleaning of surface condensers in steam or combined cycle plants, cleans heat exchangers naturally and sustainably without costly process shutdowns or chemicals, and enables its clients to improve the energy efficiency of water-cooled chillers and central chilled water plants in a cost-effective manner.
developer of solar energy solutions designed for grid, microgrid, energy efficiency, and energy reliability support. The company's offerings include solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and monitoring tools, generating clean electricity, storing excess solar energy, enabling businesses and homeowners to become more energy independent and potentially reducing their reliance on the traditional grid.
Developer of novel photo voltaic technology designed to facilitate direct conversion of sunlight to electricity. The company's technology intends to permit this conversion at much higher efficiency and at significantly lower cost than competing commercially viable photovoltaics based on Silicon or other thin film semiconducting compound and is based on using thermo-ionic emission from metals as the source of electric power, in contrast to existing technologies that only use photo-generated currents, enabling users to produce electricity with high efficiency.
Provider of energy-efficiency research services intended to solve the problem of heat transfer. The company's services focus on investigating nanoscopic coatings which can prevent or retard naturally-occurring fouling on heat transfer surfaces and providing heat exchangers with a 'self-cleaning' property while the heat exchanger is in operation, enabling businesses to increase the mean time between maintenance shutdowns resulting in longer uptime between maintenance events, increased plant productivity, lower maintenance costs and lower energy consumption, which in turn shrinks factories carbon footprints.
MTPV Power Corporation is a clean energy company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics (MTPV) technology. Founded in 2003, the company originated its technology from research at MIT and Draper Laboratory. MTPV Power develops semiconductor chips designed to convert waste heat from various sources into clean energy, primarily electricity. This innovation enables industrial businesses to harness alternative energy sources, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs. Through its advancements in semiconductor technology, MTPV Power aims to contribute to more sustainable energy solutions in the industrial sector.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.
Developer of an open-architecture software intended to monitor and control energy systems. The company's software utilizes the Internet of Things (IoT) to monitor and control major electrical loads, as well as solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage units, security cameras, and other IoT sensors, enabling clients to actively monitor energy usage, run analytics and control their energy systems in commercial and residential buildings.
XPEED Turbine Technology is an engineering company that develops technologies to improve wind turbines. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Piscataway, New Jersey.
Carnot Compression specializes in the development of energy-efficient industrial compressors that utilize a proprietary isothermal compression process. This innovative method employs water to create millions of tiny gas bubbles, allowing for superior heat absorption during compression. The thermal capacity of water significantly enhances energy efficiency, resulting in at least 25% energy savings compared to conventional compressors. Carnot's technology is particularly beneficial for a range of applications, including air and gas compression, refrigeration, liquefied natural gas, and CNG transportation. By addressing a global market opportunity valued at $30 billion, Carnot serves a diverse array of industrial end users, particularly in the food and life sciences sectors, by providing sustainable and oil-free compressed gas solutions.
Mobile Enerlytics, LLC, founded in 2014 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, specializes in technologies aimed at extending smartphone battery life through innovative mobile application design. The company offers Estar, an Android application that helps users identify and uninstall energy-inefficient apps, thereby enhancing battery longevity. Additionally, Mobile Enerlytics provides Eprof, an energy analysis and diagnostic tool that assists application developers in identifying sources of excessive battery drain within their code. This tool enables creators to optimize their applications, minimize user frustration due to low battery life, and improve competitive positioning in the market. By addressing energy management effectively, Mobile Enerlytics contributes to increased user engagement and revenue for both app vendors and handset manufacturers.
Fluency Lighting Technologies, Inc. is based in Santa Barbara, California, and focuses on developing next-generation, energy-efficient lighting solutions utilizing advanced laser technology and materials design. The company aims to overcome the limitations of traditional lighting by creating low-étendue light sources that offer high control over light output while maintaining a compact size. Their products are designed for a variety of applications, including tactical flashlights, automotive and aircraft lighting, projectors and displays, medical device illumination, architectural spotlighting, and downlighting for museums and retail environments. By enabling clients to incorporate these innovative technologies, Fluency Lighting Technologies enhances energy efficiency and supports the development of cutting-edge products in various markets.
SolePower creates a connected work boot that helps industrial workers become safer and more efficient. Industrial worksites are dangerous and dynamic; the costs of small inefficiencies add up quickly, and big mistakes can result in serious incidents or loss of life. SmartBoots aim to lower incident rates, increase work site visibility, and establish metrics from which workflow and safety improvements can be made. At the core of the system is an Army-tested, patented kinetic charger which uses walking motion to sustainably charge sensors embedded inside the boot. (Pilot unit includes GPS, Ultra Wideband, RFID, IMU, Sub-GHz RF, thermocouple, Wifi, altimeter). SolePower's mission is to take the functionality of a variety of standalone wearables and combine them into a single, compact, self-charged platform. The team is partnered with SR Max (a leading safety footwear provider) and the US Army.
Kelvin, formerly known as Radiator Labs, Inc., manufactures innovative radiator covers designed to enhance the efficiency of steam-heated buildings. The company's flagship product, the Cozy, is a wireless and cost-effective retrofit that can be easily installed over existing radiators to provide precise temperature control. This system addresses common issues such as overheating and uneven heating, significantly improving indoor comfort. By redistributing steam flow, the Cozy can accelerate heating in colder rooms and reduce overall heating costs by up to 40%. With an estimated potential for cumulative annual savings of $7 billion across the 120 million residential and commercial radiators in the United States, Kelvin's solutions aim to tackle both energy waste and tenant discomfort in various building types. Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company has received multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and innovation.
CoolFlux is an additive for building materials that automatically regulates indoor temperature to keep you comfortable. When it gets warm outside CoolFlux traps heat that would otherwise enter your building. At night, it automatically releases that heat and recharges for the next day.
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
DropWise Technologies specializes in advanced coating solutions designed to enhance efficiency in heat exchange systems, particularly for power plants. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique vapor-based deposition process developed in collaboration with leading MIT labs. This innovative technology produces ultra-thin, durable coatings that significantly reduce fouling and corrosion, enabling power plants to generate electricity using less coolant water. The coatings are versatile, applicable in various sectors including power generation, desalination, HVAC/R, and chemical refining. By chemically grafting coatings to surfaces with nanometer precision, DropWise addresses the limitations of conventional liquid coatings, which are often too thick and ineffective. Their products not only improve heat transfer rates—up to seven times greater—but also provide protection against harsh environments, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Skyven Technologies specializes in providing innovative solar thermal solutions for industrial and commercial heat applications. The company focuses on decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries by capturing waste heat to generate clean, emissions-free steam. By adopting a tech-driven approach, Skyven Technologies aims to facilitate industrial decarbonization through an energy-as-a-service model that finances and mitigates risks associated with capital projects. This strategy enables commercial and industrial facilities to produce green energy while significantly lowering costs and reducing carbon emissions linked to process heat.
Developer of solar technology designed to generate energy and use it in heating infrastructure. The company's platform utilizes air to transport heat to eliminate the use of copper in the construction of the panel, and stainless steel piping to transport heat, enabling clients to use solar thermal-based engineering.
Keen Home Inc. is a developer of home automation products based in New York City, established in 2013. The company specializes in innovative solutions that enhance residential comfort and efficiency through its smart HVAC devices. Key offerings include the Smart Vent, which wirelessly controls airflow on a room-by-room basis; the Temp Sensor, which monitors temperature and humidity; and the Smart Bridge, which integrates and manages the entire Keen zoning system. Additionally, the Ecovent Whole Home System optimizes airflow throughout the home, while the Smart Filter protects against allergens and pollutants. Keen Home’s products are compatible with various smart home platforms and are supported by a mobile app that allows users to manage their home environment effectively. The company aims to provide homeowners with improved living conditions and proactive maintenance of their home systems.
Provider of energy-efficiency research services intended to solve the problem of heat transfer. The company's services focus on investigating nanoscopic coatings which can prevent or retard naturally-occurring fouling on heat transfer surfaces and providing heat exchangers with a 'self-cleaning' property while the heat exchanger is in operation, enabling businesses to increase the mean time between maintenance shutdowns resulting in longer uptime between maintenance events, increased plant productivity, lower maintenance costs and lower energy consumption, which in turn shrinks factories carbon footprints.
DropWise Technologies specializes in advanced coating solutions designed to enhance efficiency in heat exchange systems, particularly for power plants. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique vapor-based deposition process developed in collaboration with leading MIT labs. This innovative technology produces ultra-thin, durable coatings that significantly reduce fouling and corrosion, enabling power plants to generate electricity using less coolant water. The coatings are versatile, applicable in various sectors including power generation, desalination, HVAC/R, and chemical refining. By chemically grafting coatings to surfaces with nanometer precision, DropWise addresses the limitations of conventional liquid coatings, which are often too thick and ineffective. Their products not only improve heat transfer rates—up to seven times greater—but also provide protection against harsh environments, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Altaeros Energies, Inc. specializes in the development and supply of airborne wind turbines that harness high-altitude winds for renewable energy generation. Founded in 2010 and located in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company’s innovative technology integrates aerospace engineering with wind turbine design to deliver a buoyant turbine solution. This technology aims to provide low-cost, abundant energy to various sectors, including rural and isolated communities, telecommunication, agriculture, and emergency response. Altaeros’ airborne turbines are designed for mobility and rapid deployment, making them suitable for remote, military, and offshore applications. The company has garnered funding from multiple organizations, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation, and has received accolades such as the 2011 ConocoPhillips Energy Prize.
Ubiquitous Energy, Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in the development of transparent solar technology. Founded in 2011 and originally spun out from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has created ClearView Power technology, which allows for the selective conversion of ultraviolet and near-infrared light into electricity while permitting visible light to pass through. This innovative approach enables everyday surfaces, such as windows and smart glass, to function as solar panels without compromising their appearance. ClearView Power serves as an energy source for various electronic devices, including wearables, tablets, and digital signage, thereby addressing battery life limitations in mobile devices. Additionally, Ubiquitous Energy has established a strategic development agreement with Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. to further advance its technology in the market.
Sunthru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Scotia, New York, specializes in the development of aerogel-based day-lighting windows designed to serve as an alternative to traditional window glass. The company's products utilize silica aerogel, which offers exceptional insulating properties while maximizing light transmission and transparency. This innovative approach benefits a variety of large buildings, including schools, gymnasiums, and department stores, by reducing window-related expenses and enhancing energy efficiency through lower thermal conductivity. Sunthru’s focus on aerogel technology positions it as a leader in providing sustainable and cost-effective window solutions in the architectural market.
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.
C-Motive Technologies Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors that leverage electrostatic forces, a technology often referred to as "static cling." The company aims to revolutionize the electric motor industry by developing high-efficiency motors that are free of rare-earth metals, thereby addressing sustainability concerns. C-Motive's motors utilize lightweight metals, plastics, and dielectric materials to significantly reduce weight and improve efficiency, offering double the power at half the weight compared to traditional motors. With an efficiency rate exceeding 90% in direct drive applications, these motors are designed for a range of uses, including industrial applications, e-mobility, and renewable energy generation. The company's commitment to decarbonization positions it as a forward-thinking player in the evolving landscape of electric motor technology.
Aeolus Building Efficiency
Grant in 2013
Aeolus Building Efficiency will reduce energy use in large office HVAC systems at a much lower cost than current technologies. Their full-service, software solution uses advanced technology (pat. pend.) for room-by-room measurement and optimization of airflow, reducing HVAC energy up to 20% without expensive equipment installations or labor-intensive rebalancing. Their scalable business model will create significant financial value for customers and prevent millions of tons of CO2 emissions.
Nascent Devices focuses on the development of innovative electrocaloric materials and technologies aimed at enhancing energy efficiency. The company specializes in vapor-based compression systems that leverage electrocaloric cooling, utilizing direct electricity for improved performance. In addition to cooling modules, Nascent Devices produces electrocaloric polymer films, heat flux sensors, ferroelectric devices, magnetic sensors, energy harvesting devices, and high-pressure transducers. Through its advancements, the company seeks to provide solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to reducing environmental impact across various industries.
Vecarius is a company providing heat recovery solutions particularly in markets involving energy-intensive mobile or portable applications.
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