Energy Impact Partners

Energy Impact Partners is a New York-based private investment firm focused on the energy transition. It backs entrepreneurs and established energy and industrial companies across venture, growth, credit and infrastructure, with an emphasis on energy efficiency, clean energy generation, smart grids, energy storage, distributed generation, and related digital and data-enabled services. The firm collaborates with partners to accelerate innovation in smart buildings, mobility, cybersecurity for energy systems, and comprehensive energy services, often pursuing co-investments. Since its founding in 2015, Energy Impact Partners has built a global footprint with offices in New York, San Francisco, Palm Beach, Cologne and London, enabling investments across North America and Europe. It seeks to align investments with environmental impact and scalable infrastructure, supporting the transition to sustainable energy and resilient energy systems.

Vida Asiegbu

Principal

Hilton Augustine III

Senior Associate

Simon Bartmann

Investor

Alessandro Bertino

Investor

Matt Bisgyer

Vice President

Cassie Bowe

Partner

Sam Bursten

Principal

Samuel Bursten

Principal

Ryan Casserly

Associate

Shawn Cherian

Partner

Matthias Dill

Managing Partner

Michael Donnelly

Partner

Linda Duraj

Investor

Kevin Fitzgerald

Partner

Jenny Gao

Vice President, Elevate Future Fund

Harry Giovani

Managing Partner

Morgan Grosch

Investor

Alexander Hayek

Vice President

Bernard Hazard

Investor

Tansel Ismail

Vice President

Adam James

Managing Director

Joshua Kamali

Principal

Shayle Kann

Partner

Steven Kantowitz

Partner

Hans Kobler

Managing Partner

Brett Lasher

Partner

Will Lipscomb

Investor

Andy Lubershane

Senior Vice President

Lindsay Luger

Partner

Jeffrey McDermott

Partner and Head of Strategic Finance

Nazo Moosa

Managing Partner

Janaki Narayanan

Investor

Tom O'Flynn

Partner

Anthony Oni

Managing Partner

Arthur Pierse

Venture Partner

Evan Pittman

Managing Director, Research and Innovation

Alex Raguet

Venture Partner

Alexandre Raguet

Venture Partner

Sameer Reddy

Managing Partner

Alexander Enrico Schmidt

Associate

Ashwin Shashindranath

Partner

Tal Sheynfeld

Partner

Ryan Spencer

Investor

Gregory Thiel Ph.D

Managing Director, Technology

Mark Westfall

Associate

Kyle Wool

CFO

Steven Yang

Principal

Seungmin Yi

Investor

Hany Zerbib

Associate

Kimberly Zou

Investment Analyst

Past deals in Utilities

eSmart Systems

Venture Round in 2024
Founded in 2012, eSmart Systems develops AI-driven software solutions for the energy industry. Its cloud-born platform collects and analyzes vast data quantities from sensors in real-time, enabling optimized energy decisions, resource savings, and predictive maintenance. The company offers tailored solutions for utilities and applications for consumers, with a focus on global markets.

Reverion

Series A in 2024
Reverion develops reversible, carbon-negative power plants using patented technology. Their containerized units achieve electrical efficiencies of up to 80%, doubling the electricity output of conventional gas engines while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving a negative CO2 balance.

GridBeyond

Series C in 2024
Founded in 2007, GridBeyond specializes in smart grid optimization solutions. Its platform comprises on-site hardware, cloud-based software, hybrid battery systems, demand network, and client-facing energy portal. Utilizing machine learning technology, the platform connects, controls, and automates energy demand across various sectors such as industrial, manufacturing, metals, plastics, paper, food, transport, and logistics.

Infravision

Series A in 2023
Infravision specializes in custom engineering solutions focused on power line stringing for maintenance, repair, and construction projects in the energy, infrastructure, and mining sectors. The company utilizes drone technology, specifically a heavy-lift unmanned aircraft, to install line hardware on overhead earth wires and conductors, significantly reducing environmental impacts. Their innovative stringing system, known as TX, aims to enhance efficiency while preserving vegetation, local fauna, and agricultural land. Infravision is committed to assisting electric utilities in modernizing power grids through drone-enabled upgrades, providing certified solutions that facilitate sustainability and operational improvement across various projects worldwide.

Hometree

Series A in 2022
Hometree is a home energy services company focused on facilitating the transition to low-carbon living for homeowners. It provides a range of services including the installation, repair, and financing of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient heating systems. Hometree aims to simplify the process of adopting sustainable home improvements by offering comprehensive home emergency insurance and maintenance coverage through convenient online subscription plans. This approach allows homeowners in the United Kingdom to manage their energy consumption effectively while ensuring that the entire lifecycle of energy solutions—from installation to ongoing maintenance—is comprehensively supported.

RS Technologies

Venture Round in 2022
RS designs, engineers, and manufactures composite utility poles and related products for the electric transmission and distribution sectors.

Form Energy

Series E in 2022
Form Energy, Inc. is a company focused on developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at transforming the electric grid by enabling the reliable use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Established in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is known for its innovative iron-air battery technology, which allows for the storage of electricity over extended periods, making renewable energy more dispatchable throughout the year. This technology not only helps to replace conventional fossil fuel-based generation but also enhances transmission capacity without the need for new infrastructure. By facilitating deep decarbonization of the electric system, Form Energy plays a significant role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a sustainable energy future.

Moxion Power

Series B in 2022
Moxion Power is a developer of zero-emission generators and off-road equipment, focusing on providing sustainable energy solutions to various sectors, including construction, events and entertainment, utilities, electric vehicle fleet operators, and government agencies. The company specializes in temporary mobile power units that operate on electric power and feature automatic swapping functionality. This innovative approach allows clients to meet their temporary energy requirements in an environmentally friendly manner, thereby promoting cleaner energy usage across multiple industries.

eSmart Systems

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2012, eSmart Systems develops AI-driven software solutions for the energy industry. Its cloud-born platform collects and analyzes vast data quantities from sensors in real-time, enabling optimized energy decisions, resource savings, and predictive maintenance. The company offers tailored solutions for utilities and applications for consumers, with a focus on global markets.

Powin Energy

Private Equity Round in 2022
Powin Energy specializes in manufacturing and developing energy storage technology for various applications. Its product range includes scalable energy storage systems for utilities and industries like telecommunications, emergency services, along with power supply units for electric vehicles, scooters, e-bicycles, UPS, and other portable power devices.

Electric Hydrogen

Series B in 2022
Electric Hydrogen is a company focused on deep decarbonization by developing low-cost, high-efficiency systems for producing fossil-free hydrogen. The company targets industrial sectors such as ammonia and steel production, which contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. By rethinking electrolysis technology from scratch, Electric Hydrogen aims to make clean hydrogen competitive with traditional methods in terms of cost and scale. Their advanced PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) technology uses renewable electricity to generate clean hydrogen gas, reducing industrial pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. The company's leadership team brings extensive experience from pioneering clean energy companies like Tesla and First Solar, positioning Electric Hydrogen as a strong contender in the quest for zero-emission industrial processes.

GridX

Series C in 2022
GridX Inc. develops data-driven and cloud-based financial operating applications specifically for the utilities sector. Founded in 2010 and based in Walnut Creek, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to enhance the efficiency of utility billing and management systems. Its products include the GridX Big Data Rating Engine, which optimizes utility billing operations, and the GridX Big Data Settlement Engine, facilitating multi-party settlements in decentralized energy markets. Additionally, GridX provides the Big Data Billing Analytics Engine for real-time and batch billing analytics, along with Energy Pricing and Costing Services that cater to utility customers. Targeting utility markets, energy service providers, and retail energy suppliers, GridX aims to streamline the design and implementation of innovative rate structures and customer programs, thereby promoting the adoption of distributed energy resources and advanced technologies in the energy sector.

Urbint

Series C in 2021
Urbint is a technology company that develops a field risk management platform aimed at enhancing safety for workers and critical infrastructure. By utilizing real-world data and artificial intelligence, Urbint's software predicts potential threats, providing decision-makers with insights about risks up to a week in advance. This proactive approach allows utilities and infrastructure operators to take timely actions to prevent incidents, thereby protecting their workers, assets, and the communities they serve. Many leading energy and infrastructure companies in North America rely on Urbint's solutions to ensure a safer and more resilient operational environment.

Form Energy

Series D in 2021
Form Energy, Inc. is a company focused on developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at transforming the electric grid by enabling the reliable use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Established in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is known for its innovative iron-air battery technology, which allows for the storage of electricity over extended periods, making renewable energy more dispatchable throughout the year. This technology not only helps to replace conventional fossil fuel-based generation but also enhances transmission capacity without the need for new infrastructure. By facilitating deep decarbonization of the electric system, Form Energy plays a significant role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a sustainable energy future.

Electric Hydrogen

Series A in 2021
Electric Hydrogen is a company focused on deep decarbonization by developing low-cost, high-efficiency systems for producing fossil-free hydrogen. The company targets industrial sectors such as ammonia and steel production, which contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. By rethinking electrolysis technology from scratch, Electric Hydrogen aims to make clean hydrogen competitive with traditional methods in terms of cost and scale. Their advanced PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) technology uses renewable electricity to generate clean hydrogen gas, reducing industrial pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. The company's leadership team brings extensive experience from pioneering clean energy companies like Tesla and First Solar, positioning Electric Hydrogen as a strong contender in the quest for zero-emission industrial processes.

GridX

Series B in 2021
GridX Inc. develops data-driven and cloud-based financial operating applications specifically for the utilities sector. Founded in 2010 and based in Walnut Creek, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to enhance the efficiency of utility billing and management systems. Its products include the GridX Big Data Rating Engine, which optimizes utility billing operations, and the GridX Big Data Settlement Engine, facilitating multi-party settlements in decentralized energy markets. Additionally, GridX provides the Big Data Billing Analytics Engine for real-time and batch billing analytics, along with Energy Pricing and Costing Services that cater to utility customers. Targeting utility markets, energy service providers, and retail energy suppliers, GridX aims to streamline the design and implementation of innovative rate structures and customer programs, thereby promoting the adoption of distributed energy resources and advanced technologies in the energy sector.

Moxion Power

Series A in 2021
Moxion Power is a developer of zero-emission generators and off-road equipment, focusing on providing sustainable energy solutions to various sectors, including construction, events and entertainment, utilities, electric vehicle fleet operators, and government agencies. The company specializes in temporary mobile power units that operate on electric power and feature automatic swapping functionality. This innovative approach allows clients to meet their temporary energy requirements in an environmentally friendly manner, thereby promoting cleaner energy usage across multiple industries.

Powin Energy

Private Equity Round in 2021
Powin Energy specializes in manufacturing and developing energy storage technology for various applications. Its product range includes scalable energy storage systems for utilities and industries like telecommunications, emergency services, along with power supply units for electric vehicles, scooters, e-bicycles, UPS, and other portable power devices.

Williams Industrial Services Group

Post in 2020
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tucker, Georgia, Williams Industrial Services Group Inc. delivers construction, maintenance, and support services to the energy, power, and industrial sectors across the United States and Canada. The company extends the life cycles of nuclear, fossil fuel, hydropower, natural gas, municipal water and wastewater, and other facilities through repair, modification, and capital‑project work. It offers cleaning, surface preparation, coatings, quality control, and inspection testing for nuclear and fossil‑fuel plants, industrial facilities, and petrochemical plants, as well as industrial insulation for power generation installations. Abatement services remove asbestos and heavy‑metal coatings such as lead paint. In oil and gas, the firm provides civil structural, piping, and electrical installation and maintenance, and converts analog control systems to digital ones to improve reliability. It also performs nuclear decommissioning, water and wastewater system installation and modification, and roofing upgrades for pulp and paper and nuclear plants. The Products Division designs, engineers, and manufactures heat‑recovery and auxiliary power equipment for gas‑turbine power plants, while the Services Division supplies specialty services, outage management, and overhaul for nuclear and heavy industrial plants. Recent acquisitions include Hetsco, Inc. and IBI Power.

Form Energy

Series C in 2020
Form Energy, Inc. is a company focused on developing long-duration energy storage systems aimed at transforming the electric grid by enabling the reliable use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Established in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Form Energy is known for its innovative iron-air battery technology, which allows for the storage of electricity over extended periods, making renewable energy more dispatchable throughout the year. This technology not only helps to replace conventional fossil fuel-based generation but also enhances transmission capacity without the need for new infrastructure. By facilitating deep decarbonization of the electric system, Form Energy plays a significant role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a sustainable energy future.

Urbint

Series B in 2020
Urbint is a technology company that develops a field risk management platform aimed at enhancing safety for workers and critical infrastructure. By utilizing real-world data and artificial intelligence, Urbint's software predicts potential threats, providing decision-makers with insights about risks up to a week in advance. This proactive approach allows utilities and infrastructure operators to take timely actions to prevent incidents, thereby protecting their workers, assets, and the communities they serve. Many leading energy and infrastructure companies in North America rely on Urbint's solutions to ensure a safer and more resilient operational environment.

CIMCON Lighting

Series C in 2019
CIMCON Lighting, established in 2012, specializes in developing web-based wireless outdoor lighting management systems. Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company serves utilities, municipalities, ESCOs, and commercial customers by providing solutions for traditional, LED, and solar-based street lights. Their offerings include the LightingGale software for automated streetlight management, wireless controllers like iSLC-3100 with dimming capabilities, and the NearSky platform for smart city applications. CIMCON's systems enable clients to remotely monitor and control outdoor lighting fixtures, reducing energy consumption and maintenance costs while transforming existing infrastructure into a foundation for smart city solutions.

eSmart Systems

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2012, eSmart Systems develops AI-driven software solutions for the energy industry. Its cloud-born platform collects and analyzes vast data quantities from sensors in real-time, enabling optimized energy decisions, resource savings, and predictive maintenance. The company offers tailored solutions for utilities and applications for consumers, with a focus on global markets.

Innowatts

Series B in 2019
Founded in 2013, Innowatts specializes in data analytics for the energy sector. Its eUtility™ platform leverages machine learning and meter-level data to help energy retailers and utilities worldwide manage grids, enhance profitability, improve customer relationships, and promote sustainability.

Palmetto Clean Technology

Debt Financing in 2019
Palmetto is a clean technology company that specializes in building and operating solar energy projects for residential, commercial, and utility customers. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Palmetto designs and installs solar systems while providing a range of services, including customer support, financing, engineering, permitting, and installation. The company offers innovative software solutions such as Palmetto Home, which enables homeowners to monitor real-time energy consumption and solar production, and Palmetto Fleet, which provides energy monitoring insights for home management professionals. Additionally, Palmetto's Alchemy platform enhances the sales experience for solar professionals by streamlining the sales, design, and proposal processes. With additional offices in locations such as San Francisco, Sea Girt, Charlotte, Washington, and Greenville, Palmetto is committed to advancing clean energy technology and improving energy efficiency.

ViriCiti

Series A in 2019
ViriCiti, established in 2012, specializes in cloud-based monitoring solutions aimed at enhancing the operations of electric vehicles, particularly city buses and trucks. The company focuses on online energy management, which it identifies as crucial for the widespread adoption of electric transport. By collecting and analyzing data from electric vehicles with millisecond precision, ViriCiti offers real-time insights into vehicle usage, condition, and performance. This information enables operators to optimize fleet management, ensuring that electric buses and trucks operate more efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively. The platform also provides valuable data on route operations and vehicle diagnostics, supporting transport and fleet operators in making informed decisions regarding charging schedules to minimize costs related to peak demand.

Aquam

Debt Financing in 2018
Aquam Corp is a leading cleantech company specializing in infrastructure support, rehabilitation, and diagnostics solutions. It is recognized for offering comprehensive services for both internal and external infrastructure across various global markets. With decades of experience, Aquam has collaborated with prestigious companies to address issues related to infrastructure systems and fluid distribution. The company develops advanced technologies for pressurized pipe coating and diagnostics, focusing on protecting public health and the environment. Its services include pipe diagnostics, condition assessment, analytics, remote water metering, and data management, aimed at helping operators of water and natural gas infrastructures tackle challenges such as leakage, contamination, and structural integrity.

AutoGrid

Series D in 2018
AutoGrid Systems is a technology company focused on optimizing energy management through advanced data analytics. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of flexibility management applications that help utilities, electricity retailers, renewable energy developers, and energy service providers manage distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. By leveraging vast amounts of smart meter, sensor, and third-party data, the company's applications utilize sophisticated algorithms to monitor, predict, optimize, and control the operations of numerous assets connected to global energy networks. With a team of skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts, AutoGrid aims to address critical energy challenges by integrating and maximizing the potential of the energy internet, ensuring the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy.

Clevest Solutions

Venture Round in 2018
Clevest Solutions Inc. is a software developer that specializes in workforce management solutions for energy and water utilities. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Richmond, Canada, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, the company offers a range of platforms designed to enhance field operations. Its Mobile Workforce Management platform automates and optimizes various field activities, while Location Solutions provides integrated GPS tracking for vehicle locations. Additionally, Clevest Mobile GIS enables automated, real-time asset inspections to ensure regulatory compliance, and Clevest Advanced Network Deployment assists in real-time planning and management of asset installation projects. By focusing on electric, gas, and water utilities, Clevest Solutions aims to improve productivity, safety, and reliability, ultimately helping utilities enhance their response times and reduce their carbon footprint.

FirstFuel Software

Venture Round in 2017
FirstFuel Software, Inc. is a cloud-based customer engagement platform serving the energy sector, primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Reading, United Kingdom, and San Francisco, California, the company specializes in customer intelligence solutions for regulated utilities, energy providers, and government agencies. FirstFuel's platform utilizes advanced analytics to transform utility meter data into actionable insights, allowing clients to enhance customer engagement, optimize energy efficiency programs, and drive customer satisfaction. By providing tailored performance benchmarks and recommendations, FirstFuel enables energy providers to effectively target and assist their commercial customers, thereby improving service outcomes and reducing operational costs. The company operates as a subsidiary of Tendril Networks, Inc. since 2019.

Greenlots

Series A in 2017
Greenlots is a developer of electric vehicle charging networks headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company specializes in innovative software and services that facilitate the deployment of EV charging infrastructure for utilities, cities, communities, and automakers. By integrating network management software with charging optimization and grid balancing services, Greenlots provides a comprehensive platform that enhances the efficiency of charging infrastructure. Their technology includes a user-friendly mobile app designed for drivers, site hosts, and network operators, promoting a safer, cleaner, and smarter electric mobility future. With a global presence spanning three continents and operations in 13 countries, Greenlots is positioned to support the growing demand for electric vehicle charging solutions.

Advanced Microgrid Solutions

Series B in 2017
Advanced Microgrid Solutions (AMS) specializes in designing, installing, and managing advanced energy storage systems for commercial, industrial, and government buildings. Based in San Francisco with offices across the U.S., AMS deploys large networks of battery systems in buildings to lower energy costs for consumers and support the electric grid. The company's AI-powered software, SigmaOne, optimizes energy trading and maximizes the value of renewables and energy storage assets. AMS also offers microgrid solutions, enabling clean energy access for households, businesses, and communities. Founded in 2013, AMS operates as a subsidiary of Fluence.

Powerphase

Venture Round in 2017
Powerphase is a company based in Jupiter, Florida, specializing in the development of advanced air injection systems for gas turbines. Founded in 2011, its flagship product, Turbophase, is a modular air-injection system designed to enhance the capacity and efficiency of combustion turbines. By utilizing advanced aero-thermal technology, Powerphase's system enables gas turbines to produce up to 10 percent more power while using less fuel, thus lowering operational costs. The company focuses on improving the performance and flexibility of conventional gas turbine applications, helping clients reduce their carbon footprint and increase overall efficiency.

CIMCON Lighting

Series B in 2017
CIMCON Lighting, established in 2012, specializes in developing web-based wireless outdoor lighting management systems. Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company serves utilities, municipalities, ESCOs, and commercial customers by providing solutions for traditional, LED, and solar-based street lights. Their offerings include the LightingGale software for automated streetlight management, wireless controllers like iSLC-3100 with dimming capabilities, and the NearSky platform for smart city applications. CIMCON's systems enable clients to remotely monitor and control outdoor lighting fixtures, reducing energy consumption and maintenance costs while transforming existing infrastructure into a foundation for smart city solutions.

Enchanted Rock

Venture Round in 2017
Enchanted Rock, Ltd. is a Texas-based company that specializes in the development, operation, and management of electric microgrids aimed at assisting commercial and industrial clients in mitigating the physical and financial risks associated with electricity. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Kemah, Texas, the company focuses on designing and installing reliable microgrids, particularly in the Greater Houston area. Enchanted Rock utilizes proprietary natural gas designs to build cost-effective systems that provide backup power and enhance business continuity. Their services extend to municipalities, government entities, water authorities, and private businesses, ensuring that clients remain resilient during unexpected power outages while promoting civic responsibility.

Urbint

Series A in 2017
Urbint is a technology company that develops a field risk management platform aimed at enhancing safety for workers and critical infrastructure. By utilizing real-world data and artificial intelligence, Urbint's software predicts potential threats, providing decision-makers with insights about risks up to a week in advance. This proactive approach allows utilities and infrastructure operators to take timely actions to prevent incidents, thereby protecting their workers, assets, and the communities they serve. Many leading energy and infrastructure companies in North America rely on Urbint's solutions to ensure a safer and more resilient operational environment.

Opus One Solutions

Venture Round in 2016
Opus One Solutions is a software engineering and solutions company advancing the Connected Energy Internet with GridOS, a real-time operating system for the smart grid that integrates generation, storage, and demand with sensors, meters, and analytics to deliver enhanced situational awareness, supervisory control, and optimization of energy systems. The platform helps utilities improve grid reliability, power quality, utilization, and efficiency while supporting the transition to 100% clean energy. Its software enables transactive energy functionality, calculating locational marginal values of distributed energy resources and deploying dynamic topology processing to adapt to real-time switching and reconfiguration of the distribution network, thereby enabling optimized energy planning, operations, and market management and contributing to the development of intelligent, sustainable energy networks.

AutoGrid

Series C in 2016
AutoGrid Systems is a technology company focused on optimizing energy management through advanced data analytics. Founded in 2011 at Stanford University, AutoGrid develops a suite of flexibility management applications that help utilities, electricity retailers, renewable energy developers, and energy service providers manage distributed energy resources (DERs) in real time. By leveraging vast amounts of smart meter, sensor, and third-party data, the company's applications utilize sophisticated algorithms to monitor, predict, optimize, and control the operations of numerous assets connected to global energy networks. With a team of skilled software architects, engineers, data scientists, and energy experts, AutoGrid aims to address critical energy challenges by integrating and maximizing the potential of the energy internet, ensuring the delivery of clean, affordable, and reliable energy.
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