Creatura assists companies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by generating and distributing carbon credits and promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources.
IONATE specializes in developing advanced hardware-software systems for smart grids, aiming to enhance power distribution efficiency and stability. The company's flagship product, the Hybrid Intelligent Transformer (HIT), is designed to replace traditional transformers with a smart alternative that integrates data and control for key electrical parameters. This innovative device manages voltage control, harmonic and transient removal, and power factor correction simultaneously. By enabling real-time monitoring and control, the HIT supports effective power distribution across various applications, including power generation, industrial facilities, and data centers, ultimately helping clients reduce energy loss and improve operational efficiency.
EneCoat Technologies, established in 2018 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of perovskite solar cells and associated materials. The company focuses on developing and commercializing thin-film solar cell technologies, aiming to generate power even in low-light conditions. EneCoat's mission is to protect the environment and efficiently harness natural energy sources, enabling businesses to conveniently produce energy from solar cells.
Essen is a technological company that specializes in mobility and data analysis, as well as using data to improve transportation.
Vizcab is a company based in Lyon, France, specializing in the development of software solutions aimed at addressing low-carbon challenges in the construction industry. It offers a data-driven platform that facilitates the design of low-carbon buildings by enabling users to import 3D models from digital mock-ups and create a comprehensive database of architectural and technical alternatives. The platform employs data visualization techniques to explore design options, fostering creativity and informed decision-making among designers and builders. In addition to its software offerings, Vizcab provides consultancy services and conducts research projects with leading industrialists and designers, focusing on environmental assessment, energy efficiency, and the integration of big data into building practices.
Newmo is a technology company that specializes in sustainable local public transportation. It develops a ride-sharing service platform, enabling drivers to work flexibly using their free time, and providing passengers with a safe, secure, and comfortable user experience.
Chemix offers high-performance batteries custom-designed for specific EV market segments including e-motorcycles, sports cars, long-range premium EVs, and more. Chemix achieves this through a purpose-built AI-based battery design platform, MIX, coupled with a vast amount of in-house collected data, accelerating the battery development process by 5-10x while enabling the widest range of potential chemistries. Currently shipping and in production, the company's batteries are up to 30% better than state-of-art technologies and are based on sustainable chemistries that contain low to no cobalt as well as zero nickel elements.
Windfall Bio
Series A in 2024
Windfall Bio is an innovative company based in San Mateo, California, that addresses climate change by transforming harmful methane emissions into organic fertilizer. Established in 2022, the company utilizes methane-eating microbes to capture methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management. This nature-based technology not only reduces the methane footprint of these industries but also improves their operational efficiency and profitability while minimizing the negative environmental impacts associated with synthetic fertilizers. By providing farmers and other producers with the means to convert methane into valuable soil nutrients, Windfall Bio fosters a sustainable agricultural future and contributes positively to environmental conservation. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.
Ac-Planta
Series A in 2024
Ac-Planta Inc. is a biotechnology research company based in Bunkyo, Japan, specializing in the development of acetic acid-based biostimulants and agrochemicals. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on creating innovative solutions to enhance the resilience of plants against environmental stressors such as heat, drought, and salinity. Its flagship product, Skeepon, leverages advanced epigenetic technology to promote plant adaptability in response to climate change challenges. Ac-Planta's mission is to address pressing global food and environmental issues by improving crop yields and quality while combating desertification and mitigating the impacts of abnormal weather patterns on agriculture.
Caelux is a renewable energy company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing and manufacturing perovskite-on-glass technology for the terrestrial solar and commercial space industries. This innovative technology is designed to enhance solar device efficiency while minimizing the amount of semiconducting material required, thereby reducing production costs. Caelux's products improve power production and integrate seamlessly into existing photovoltaic module manufacturing processes, allowing users to lower installed costs and boost overall performance.
HydroLeap
Series A in 2023
HydroLeap develops wastewater treatment technology that replaces expensive chemical treatments with smart electrical processes. The solutions address high-suspended solids, oil, and heavy metal-contaminated wastewater, enabling water recycling through electrical and membrane treatment systems and emphasizing environmentally friendly approaches.
Pionix is a technology company that develops EVerest, an open-source software platform designed for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The platform aims to standardize and simplify EV charging infrastructure by providing a comprehensive, user-friendly solution that can be extended by the open-source community and utilized by various commercial parties. Pionix offers integration services, software updates, cloud operations, and productivity & security enhancements as subscription-based services to support the EVerest ecosystem.
Elephantech
Series D in 2023
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Elephantech specializes in the manufacturing of electronic circuits. The company's innovative metal inkjet printing technology enables it to produce flexible printed circuit boards sustainably.
WasteX
Venture Round in 2023
WasteX operates as an environmental solutions provider for agriculture and industry sectors. It develops and implements end-to-end systems on client farms and facilities, transforming agricultural waste into biochar. This process enhances soil health, boosts operational efficiency, generates additional revenue streams, and significantly reduces clients' carbon footprints.
Connect Earth
Seed Round in 2023
Connect Earth, founded in 2021 and based in London, is an environmental data company focused on providing accessible sustainability information. The company specializes in carbon tracking API technology, which allows users to understand the environmental impact of their daily spending. By standardizing carbon emissions data and calculating carbon footprints, Connect Earth empowers individuals and businesses to make informed, sustainable choices. Its API toolkit integrates sustainability insights into financial products, enabling financial institutions to offer customers transparent views of their climate impact. Through this approach, Connect Earth aims to bridge the gap between intent, knowledge, and action, fostering a culture of sustainable finance.
Regent
Venture Round in 2023
Regent designs and manufactures electric flying machines, known as seagliders, for coastal transportation. These wing-in-ground-effect craft operate a few meters above water's surface, combining airplane speed with boat operating costs. Seagliders aim to revolutionize regional travel by connecting coastal cities and islands efficiently and sustainably.
Cierpa & Company
Venture Round in 2023
Cierpa & Company specializes in developing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management software aimed at enhancing corporate sustainability practices. The company’s software solutions centralize ESG information in the cloud, facilitating seamless communication across departments. By optimizing workflows, the platform enables organizations to efficiently collect, analyze, and disclose ESG data. Cierpa & Company's technology is designed to help businesses assess and improve their sustainability scores, thereby promoting a more effective approach to ESG management.
Yanekara
Venture Round in 2022
Yanekara is a technology company that specializes in smart grid solutions and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The company has developed the V2X platform, which allows electric vehicles to function as virtual storage batteries, effectively utilizing them as a power storage system. This system is designed to optimize the energy generated from renewable sources, such as solar panels, by matching it with the charging needs of electric vehicles. Yanekara's offerings aim to facilitate energy management and promote carbon neutrality, enabling users to harness renewable energy more efficiently.
AmicaTerra
Series C in 2022
AmicaTerra is a supplier and manufacturer of biomass products aimed at addressing environmental pollution. The company specializes in creating plant-derived, biodegradable fiber ceramic products, including tableware and straws. These items are designed to decompose naturally without releasing toxic chemicals, providing consumers with eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastic cutlery. By focusing on sustainability, AmicaTerra contributes to reducing waste and promoting a healthier environment.
EneCoat Technologies, established in 2018 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of perovskite solar cells and associated materials. The company focuses on developing and commercializing thin-film solar cell technologies, aiming to generate power even in low-light conditions. EneCoat's mission is to protect the environment and efficiently harness natural energy sources, enabling businesses to conveniently produce energy from solar cells.
Ac-Planta
Venture Round in 2022
Ac-Planta Inc. is a biotechnology research company based in Bunkyo, Japan, specializing in the development of acetic acid-based biostimulants and agrochemicals. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on creating innovative solutions to enhance the resilience of plants against environmental stressors such as heat, drought, and salinity. Its flagship product, Skeepon, leverages advanced epigenetic technology to promote plant adaptability in response to climate change challenges. Ac-Planta's mission is to address pressing global food and environmental issues by improving crop yields and quality while combating desertification and mitigating the impacts of abnormal weather patterns on agriculture.
Girasol Energy
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Girasol Energy develops an IoT platform for photovoltaic plants. It installs sensor networks, collects data at the panel level via its cloud engine, and uses AI to automatically detect anomalies. The company's exclusive technology leverages satellite-based solar radiation statistics, enabling it to offer services at a significantly lower price compared to competitors.
Girasol Energy
Series A in 2021
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Girasol Energy develops an IoT platform for photovoltaic plants. It installs sensor networks, collects data at the panel level via its cloud engine, and uses AI to automatically detect anomalies. The company's exclusive technology leverages satellite-based solar radiation statistics, enabling it to offer services at a significantly lower price compared to competitors.
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Fermenstation
Venture Round in 2018
Fermenstation Co., Ltd. is a consulting firm based in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, specializing in the utilization of unused biomass and fermentation technology. Established in 2009, the company offers a range of services, including feasibility studies, product development, and consultation for creating aromatic products and animal feed. Fermenstation also engages in brand consulting, logo and packaging design, website development, and public relations. In addition to its consulting services, the company manufactures various products such as rice-based home ethanol, Komesshu air fresheners, and Oshu soap. By focusing on sustainable practices and local resource utilization, Fermenstation aims to help clients develop innovative products that minimize waste and enhance value.
NBT specializes in the development of wind farms in the field of renewable energy in emerging markets.