TotalEnergies Ventures

TotalEnergies is a leading global energy company with operations in over 130 countries, employing around 93,000 people across various sectors, including oil and gas exploration, refining, marketing, and chemicals. The company is committed to providing reliable energy while actively transitioning towards a sustainable future. TotalEnergies has a strong focus on research and development in renewable energy, particularly in solar and biofuels, and has established joint ventures to enhance its capabilities in photovoltaic technology. The company's venture capital arm, TotalEnergies Ventures, was founded in 2008 and seeks to invest in innovative startups that align with its vision of a low-carbon future. Areas of interest for TotalEnergies Ventures include renewables, distributed energy, new mobility, energy storage, circular economy solutions, and carbon capture technologies. Through these initiatives, TotalEnergies aims to diversify its energy offerings and contribute to the global transition to sustainable energy sources.

Edouard Bulteau

Principal

Ugo Catry

Principal

Cindi Choi

Managing Director

Girish Nadkarni

President

Florian Temime

VC Principal - Impact and Climate

Ademidun Edosomwan

Managing Director, Emerging Markets

Past deals in Energy

TotalEnergies & Adani Green Energy - Joint Venture

Corporate Round in 2024
TotalEnergies & Adani Green Energy - Joint Venture formed to produce solar power.

SN Power

Acquisition in 2024
SN Power invests in clean, renewable energy on commercial basis in emerging markets. The company has operations in Southeast Asia, Africa, and Central America and the focus is to acquire, develop, construct and operate hydropower assets. SN Power has several running Hydropower plants in The Philippines, Laos, Zambia and Panama, and the company consist of a multinational team of people employed globally in its operations and projects. In addition to the operating assets, SN Power has an office in Amsterdam, Netherlands and is Head-quartered in Oslo, Norway.

Ampersand

Venture Round in 2023
Ampersand is a company based in Kigali, Rwanda, that focuses on manufacturing affordable electric vehicles and charging systems specifically for motorcycle taxi drivers in East Africa. By providing a battery swap network and an operating system, Ampersand aims to make sustainable mobility more accessible and affordable in developing markets. The company's initiatives not only enhance the livelihoods of local drivers but also contribute positively to the environment. As of January 2024, Ampersand has attracted 2,000 customers who collectively travel 1.5 million kilometers weekly in Nairobi and Kigali, illustrating the growing demand for electric mobility solutions in the region.

Zhero

Corporate Round in 2023
Zhero is a focused developer of green and clean energy projects, such as renewables, H2 and derivatives, interconnections, energy storage, and repurposing.

45-8 ENERGY

Seed Round in 2022
45-8 Energy SAS, founded in 2017 and based in Metz, France, specializes in the exploration and production of eco-friendly helium. The company conducts subsurface exploration to extract helium and engages in research and development projects to identify helium and its associated resources. By focusing on eco-friendly practices, 45-8 Energy aims to provide a local helium supply chain for various industries, thereby minimizing the environmental impact typically associated with helium extraction. Additionally, the company offers consulting services in oil and gas, further enhancing its role in the energy sector.

AutoGrid

Series D in 2021
AutoGrid is a company that specializes in energy data management and big data analytics to enhance the efficiency of energy delivery. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of applications aimed at managing distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. These applications allow utilities, electricity retailers, and energy service providers to optimize energy distribution by leveraging vast amounts of data from smart meters, sensors, and third-party sources. By employing advanced algorithms and data science techniques, AutoGrid enables clients to monitor, predict, and control energy assets across global networks, ultimately facilitating the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The team comprises skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts dedicated to addressing critical challenges in the energy sector.

LevelTen Energy

Series C in 2021
LevelTen Energy, Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2016 that operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace. This platform serves to connect corporate and industrial power buyers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) from utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. By facilitating access to a wide range of renewable energy options, LevelTen Energy enables clients to secure fixed-price renewable energy solutions and benefit economically from large-scale projects. The company's technology-driven marketplace enhances the efficiency of transactions, allowing buyers, advisors, and sellers to achieve better deals in a streamlined manner. Through its services, LevelTen Energy plays a significant role in advancing the adoption of renewable energy in the corporate sector.

Freyr Energy

Venture Round in 2021
Freyr Energy, founded in 2014 by Saurabh Marda and Radhika Choudary, is a full-service solar company based in Andhra Pradesh, India. The company specializes in providing solar energy-based technologies that aim to make solar energy simple, accessible, and affordable for all. Freyr Energy offers a variety of products, including smart solar rooftops, pumps, petrol pumps, and micro grids. Their services encompass the design and installation of cost-effective solar energy systems, along with monitoring energy generation and addressing any issues that may arise. By doing so, Freyr Energy helps clients reduce electricity costs and enhance profitability while facilitating easy access to solar energy.

Ampersand

Venture Round in 2021
Ampersand is a company based in Kigali, Rwanda, that focuses on manufacturing affordable electric vehicles and charging systems specifically for motorcycle taxi drivers in East Africa. By providing a battery swap network and an operating system, Ampersand aims to make sustainable mobility more accessible and affordable in developing markets. The company's initiatives not only enhance the livelihoods of local drivers but also contribute positively to the environment. As of January 2024, Ampersand has attracted 2,000 customers who collectively travel 1.5 million kilometers weekly in Nairobi and Kigali, illustrating the growing demand for electric mobility solutions in the region.

Solstice

Venture Round in 2021
Solstice is a company focused on making renewable energy accessible to all Americans through community-shared solar power solutions. It provides turnkey customer solutions, subscriber aggregation, and management services for solar developers, utilities, and other providers of shared solar energy. Utilizing community organizing techniques and an innovative online marketplace, Solstice aggregates consumer demand to facilitate the deployment of solar projects, particularly for individuals who rent their homes or have unsuitable roofs for traditional solar installations. The company aims to promote energy equity by ensuring that every household, regardless of income level or credit history, can benefit from affordable renewable energy. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solstice has received numerous awards for its contributions to clean energy and entrepreneurship, reflecting its commitment to transforming the solar landscape for diverse communities.

Digital Energy Solutions

Acquisition in 2020
Digital Energy Solutions is a joint venture between the BMW Group and the Viessmann Group, based in Munich, Germany. The company specializes in energy supply management services, providing a range of solutions that include charging infrastructure, electricity market services, storage solutions, and both electricity and heat generation. Its offerings are designed to meet the needs of various clients in both the private and public sectors, emphasizing efficient energy management and sustainable practices.

HYZON Motors

Venture Round in 2020
HYZON Motors Inc is a manufacturer of hydrogen fuel cell-powered commercial vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, medium-duty trucks, city buses, and coaches. Founded in 2020 and based in Honeoye Falls, New York, the company operates globally, supplying vehicles across North America, Europe, China, and Australasia. In addition to vehicle manufacturing, HYZON is committed to developing a clean hydrogen supply ecosystem by collaborating with partners involved in feedstock sourcing, production, dispensing, and financing. The company aims to address the growing demand for zero-emission vehicles by utilizing advanced fuel cell and electric propulsion technologies to electrify established vehicle platforms. Future expansion into light-duty commercial vehicles is also anticipated, further broadening its impact in the clean transportation sector.

Promethean Power Systems

Series B in 2020
Promethean Power Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing refrigeration systems tailored for cold-storage and milk chilling applications in off-grid and partially electrified areas. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Pune, India, the company provides a range of products including milk chillers, cold storage solutions, solar add-ons, and smart monitoring systems. Its technologies are particularly beneficial for dairy processors and individual farmers, allowing for improved milk collection and preservation, thereby reducing spoilage and transportation costs. This enhances the quality of milk collected from remote villages and increases farmer incomes. The refrigeration systems operate using grid power, with backup options that include generators and future plans for thermal battery storage, facilitating reliable cold-chain distribution without dependence on diesel generators.

LevelTen Energy

Series B in 2019
LevelTen Energy, Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2016 that operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace. This platform serves to connect corporate and industrial power buyers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) from utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. By facilitating access to a wide range of renewable energy options, LevelTen Energy enables clients to secure fixed-price renewable energy solutions and benefit economically from large-scale projects. The company's technology-driven marketplace enhances the efficiency of transactions, allowing buyers, advisors, and sellers to achieve better deals in a streamlined manner. Through its services, LevelTen Energy plays a significant role in advancing the adoption of renewable energy in the corporate sector.

Otonohm

Venture Round in 2019
They design nomad energy solutions (like backpack) for recharging all connected mobile devices (laptop, cameras, smartphones, speakers, fans, coolers, etc .....) in 5, 12 and 230 v. The batteries being recharged with photovoltaic solutions (also on wall sockets!). They also have plans for clean energy solutions for camping, for hiking. They develop innovative solutions for "e.mobilité" / kickscooters, bikes, skates, etc ...

MTPV

Series C in 2018
MTPV Power Corporation is a clean energy company that focuses on innovations in Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics technology (MTPV). MTPV technology began development at MIT and Draper Laboratory before moving to the labs of MTPV Power Corporation. It was founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas.

AutoGrid

Series D in 2018
AutoGrid is a company that specializes in energy data management and big data analytics to enhance the efficiency of energy delivery. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of applications aimed at managing distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. These applications allow utilities, electricity retailers, and energy service providers to optimize energy distribution by leveraging vast amounts of data from smart meters, sensors, and third-party sources. By employing advanced algorithms and data science techniques, AutoGrid enables clients to monitor, predict, and control energy assets across global networks, ultimately facilitating the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The team comprises skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts dedicated to addressing critical challenges in the energy sector.

Direct Energie

Acquisition in 2018
Direct Energie is a major player in the electricity and gas market, present in France and Belgium. Direct Energie provides the individuals who have, since the opening of the market in 2007, made the choice of an alternative energy supplier. Also, Direct Energie provides nearly 260,000 professional customers (craftsmen, tradesmen, freelancers) and businesses, regardless of the number of sites (SMEs, retail networks, bank branches or relay offices), as well as consumers. industrial. Moreover, Direct Energie currently supplies nearly 100,000 municipalities and communities in France. The Group is steadily strengthening its position in this customer segment with, in particular, the signing of a contract with SIPPEREC (Syndicat Intercommunal de la Périphérie de Paris for Electricity and Communication Networks), the SDEC (Syndicat Intercommunal de Paris). energies of Calvados), the Métropole de Grenoble or public institutions such as the Grand Port Maritime du Havre.

Mandulis Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Mandulis Energy is a renewable energy company that develops and operates projects primarily in emerging markets. The company focuses on improving energy access by ensuring that its solutions are reliable, sustainable, and affordable. Mandulis Energy specializes in the thermochemical conversion of solid biomass in a low-oxygen environment to produce synthetic gas. This innovative approach enables industries to adapt and enhance their operations while delivering cleantech services tailored to the unique challenges faced in emerging markets.

Greenflex

Acquisition in 2017
Greenflex is an energy company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, that focuses on restoring the environment and addressing global climate challenges. Founded in 2009, the company designs and accelerates the implementation of solutions aimed at achieving environmental and societal excellence. Greenflex provides a range of environmental management services that help businesses integrate sustainable development into their operations. These services include consulting on sustainable development, environmental management, carbon management, and outsourcing related to sustainability initiatives. By supporting their clients in adopting transformative practices, Greenflex plays a vital role in guiding businesses toward more restorative models.

EREN RE

Funding Round in 2017
EREN is the first group dedicated to natural resource efficiency. It was founded in 2012 by Pâris Mouratoglou and David Corchia with EUR 600 million equity. Through its different subsidiaries and activities, EREN offers reliable solutions to its clients and partners alike, enabling them to profitably rationalize their consumption of natural resources.

United Wind

Venture Round in 2017
United Wind, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based company that specializes in providing distributed-scale wind energy solutions through its WindLease program. Founded in 2007 and originally known as Wind Analytics, LLC, the company offers affordable leasing options for small-scale wind turbines, allowing customers in agricultural, residential, commercial, and educational sectors to harness wind energy without the burden of upfront costs. United Wind manages all aspects of the process, including financing, permitting, installation, and maintenance, ensuring a seamless transition to renewable energy. Their WindSight tool helps assess wind potential at specific locations, guiding customers in selecting the most suitable turbine. By offering cost-effective solutions, United Wind enables property owners and mid-sized businesses to reduce electricity expenses and protect against rising energy prices while contributing to a cleaner environment.

Lampiris

Acquisition in 2016
Lampiris, an independent supplier of gas, green power and energy services such as insulation, furnace maintenance, wood and pellets for heating, and smart thermostats, has been active in the Belgian energy market since 2005. Lampiris, which currently supplies more than a million accounts, is the third-largest supplier in the residential energy market in Belgium.

AutoGrid

Series C in 2016
AutoGrid is a company that specializes in energy data management and big data analytics to enhance the efficiency of energy delivery. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of applications aimed at managing distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. These applications allow utilities, electricity retailers, and energy service providers to optimize energy distribution by leveraging vast amounts of data from smart meters, sensors, and third-party sources. By employing advanced algorithms and data science techniques, AutoGrid enables clients to monitor, predict, and control energy assets across global networks, ultimately facilitating the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The team comprises skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts dedicated to addressing critical challenges in the energy sector.

Amyris

Post in 2015
Amyris, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Emeryville, California, specializing in the development of microbial strains to produce sustainable ingredients from renewable plant-sourced sugars. Founded in 2003, Amyris utilizes its industrial synthetic biology platform to engineer and manufacture a wide range of products, including ingredients for cosmetics, flavors, fragrances, healthcare, and fuels. The company’s innovative technology enables the conversion of plant sugars into high-value hydrocarbon molecules, providing no-compromise alternatives to petroleum-based products. Amyris operates under several trademarks, including Biofene and Biossance, and collaborates with organizations such as the Infectious Disease Research Institute to advance health-related initiatives, including vaccine development. The company generates revenue from product sales, intellectual property licensing, and collaborative research efforts, with a significant portion of its business occurring in the United States.

Novogy

Acquisition in 2014
Novogy, Inc. is focused on developing bio-based solutions for the production of food, fuel, and chemicals, with a particular emphasis on cellulosic biofuels derived from waste paper sludge. The company employs an innovative technology that integrates molecular biology and process engineering to enhance competitiveness in production processes while minimizing antibiotic use in large-scale operations. Serving various bio-based industries, Novogy distributes its cellulosic biofuels primarily for the transportation sector. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Novogy operates as a subsidiary of TOTAL S.A.

MTPV

Series B in 2014
MTPV Power Corporation is a clean energy company that focuses on innovations in Micron-gap ThermalPhotoVoltaics technology (MTPV). MTPV technology began development at MIT and Draper Laboratory before moving to the labs of MTPV Power Corporation. It was founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas.

Coskata

Debt Financing in 2013
Coskata, Inc. is a biology-based renewable energy company, with technology for the production of liquid fuels. Using proprietary microorganisms and transformative bioreactor designs, the company will produce ethanol from a wide variety of input materials to provide economic, environmental, and national security benefits.

Amyris

Post in 2012
Amyris, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Emeryville, California, specializing in the development of microbial strains to produce sustainable ingredients from renewable plant-sourced sugars. Founded in 2003, Amyris utilizes its industrial synthetic biology platform to engineer and manufacture a wide range of products, including ingredients for cosmetics, flavors, fragrances, healthcare, and fuels. The company’s innovative technology enables the conversion of plant sugars into high-value hydrocarbon molecules, providing no-compromise alternatives to petroleum-based products. Amyris operates under several trademarks, including Biofene and Biossance, and collaborates with organizations such as the Infectious Disease Research Institute to advance health-related initiatives, including vaccine development. The company generates revenue from product sales, intellectual property licensing, and collaborative research efforts, with a significant portion of its business occurring in the United States.

EnerVault

Series B in 2012
EnerVault Corporation specializes in large-scale energy storage solutions tailored for renewable energy, utilities, and commercial and industrial applications. Founded in 2008 and located in Sunnyvale, California, the company utilizes patented redox flow battery technology to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage. EnerVault's systems enable customers to significantly reduce long-term energy costs while ensuring optimal performance and configurability. Their innovative approach to energy storage, based on iron-chromium redox flow technology, allows for long-duration and megawatt-hour scale services, maximizing return on investment for energy generation and distribution assets.

Coskata

Series D in 2011
Coskata, Inc. is a biology-based renewable energy company, with technology for the production of liquid fuels. Using proprietary microorganisms and transformative bioreactor designs, the company will produce ethanol from a wide variety of input materials to provide economic, environmental, and national security benefits.

Amyris

Post in 2010
Amyris, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Emeryville, California, specializing in the development of microbial strains to produce sustainable ingredients from renewable plant-sourced sugars. Founded in 2003, Amyris utilizes its industrial synthetic biology platform to engineer and manufacture a wide range of products, including ingredients for cosmetics, flavors, fragrances, healthcare, and fuels. The company’s innovative technology enables the conversion of plant sugars into high-value hydrocarbon molecules, providing no-compromise alternatives to petroleum-based products. Amyris operates under several trademarks, including Biofene and Biossance, and collaborates with organizations such as the Infectious Disease Research Institute to advance health-related initiatives, including vaccine development. The company generates revenue from product sales, intellectual property licensing, and collaborative research efforts, with a significant portion of its business occurring in the United States.

Amyris

Series D in 2010
Amyris, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Emeryville, California, specializing in the development of microbial strains to produce sustainable ingredients from renewable plant-sourced sugars. Founded in 2003, Amyris utilizes its industrial synthetic biology platform to engineer and manufacture a wide range of products, including ingredients for cosmetics, flavors, fragrances, healthcare, and fuels. The company’s innovative technology enables the conversion of plant sugars into high-value hydrocarbon molecules, providing no-compromise alternatives to petroleum-based products. Amyris operates under several trademarks, including Biofene and Biossance, and collaborates with organizations such as the Infectious Disease Research Institute to advance health-related initiatives, including vaccine development. The company generates revenue from product sales, intellectual property licensing, and collaborative research efforts, with a significant portion of its business occurring in the United States.

Western LNG

Western LNG is an oil and energy company engaged in the development of liquefied natural gas export projects. The company provides economical, mid-scale floating liquefaction technology at locations that have existing pipeline access to natural gas basins that are becoming stranded behind burgeoning shale production.
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