Grok Ventures

Grok Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2008 and located in Surry Hills, Australia. The firm focuses on investing in technology-enabled businesses with a particular emphasis on climate-related companies and infrastructure. Grok Ventures aims to support innovative solutions that address environmental challenges while fostering sustainable growth in the technology sector. Through its investments, the firm seeks to contribute positively to the climate landscape on a global scale.

Mike Cannon-Brookes

Founder

Jeremy Kwong-Law

Chief Investment Officer

Sam Tidswell

Principal

60 past transactions

Endolith

Seed Round in 2024
Endolith is a biotechnology company specializing in sustainable mining. It employs microbes, synthetic biology, and cloud computing to extract critical minerals, such as copper, from low-grade ores. Collaborating with leading mining companies, Endolith aims to commercialize its innovative technology, reducing environmental impact and supporting the clean energy transition.

Antora Energy

Series B in 2024
Antora Energy specializes in providing zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions for heavy industries, offering a more reliable alternative to fossil fuels. The company develops innovative thermal batteries that utilize excess solar and wind electricity to heat blocks of carbon, creating a sustainable energy source. These thermal energy storage systems effectively convert heat energy into electric energy, facilitating the electrification of heavy industry. By enabling the integration of renewable resources into the electricity grid, Antora Energy aims to deliver convenient, sustainable, and reliable electricity while significantly reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.

gridmo

Seed Round in 2023
Gridmo is a company that specializes in a renewable energy connection platform designed to enhance the integration of electricity generation into the power grid. By standardizing and automating the engineering processes necessary for grid connections, Gridmo significantly reduces both the time and cost associated with these connections. This innovative approach helps facilitate a smoother transition for power generation sources, ultimately promoting the growth of renewable energy infrastructure.

Lydian

Seed Round in 2023
Lydian aims to accelerate the decarbonization of the chemical industry by electrifying the chemical production process. Founded in 2021 by Branko Zugic, Lydian is headquartered in

Rhizocore Technologies

Seed Round in 2023
Rhizocore Technologies specializes in the production of locally-adapted mycorrhizal fungi aimed at improving the success rates of tree planting initiatives. By enhancing the natural symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi, the company enables more efficient woodland regeneration and boosts forest productivity. Its innovative platform addresses the needs of the forestry market, allowing for effective reforestation efforts and contributing to the overall health and sustainability of forest ecosystems.

Fleet Space Technologies

Series C in 2023
Fleet Space Technologies is an Australian space technology company that operates a fleet of commercial micro-satellites aimed at transforming critical mineral discovery and space exploration. The company has developed innovative solutions, including the world's first 3D-printed all-metal patch antenna for space, which significantly enhances data throughput. Fleet utilizes its satellite constellation to facilitate the exploration of critical minerals globally and provides satellite-enabled systems and seismic array technology to connect Earth, the Moon, and Mars. By offering low-cost satellite-based systems for Industrial Internet of Things applications, Fleet Space Technologies seeks to revolutionize the mineral exploration and defense sectors while advancing space exploration initiatives.

Culture Amp

Series E in 2023
Culture Amp Pty Ltd is a company that provides an employee experience platform designed to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Richmond, Australia, with additional offices in San Francisco, New York, and London, Culture Amp caters to a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 500 companies around the globe. The platform enables organizations to create surveys that assess employee engagement and experience, allowing businesses to collect, understand, and act on valuable feedback. By addressing the challenges faced by rapidly growing organizations, Culture Amp aims to foster a culture of learning and adaptability, ultimately improving the overall work environment.

Asterix Foods

Seed Round in 2023
Asterix Foods is a biotechnology company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, founded in 2022. The company specializes in developing protein production through plant-cell culture techniques, focusing on the creation of bioactive proteins for food applications. Asterix Foods aims to provide scalable, functional, and complex proteins that are derived from plant cell cultures, offering an animal-free alternative for consumers.

Loam Bio

Series B in 2023
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

WeaveGrid

Series B in 2022
WeaveGrid is a technology company focused on facilitating the integration of electric vehicles (EV) with the power grid. By employing machine learning, optimization, and predictive analytics, WeaveGrid's software addresses the challenges associated with EV-grid integration for utility companies. This innovative solution not only enhances the incorporation of renewable energy resources but also aims to reduce costs for utility customers. The company's efforts support the broader goals of decarbonization in the transportation and power sectors, enabling utilities to safely and economically adapt to the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Vow

Series A in 2022
Vow Foods is a company that specializes in producing cultivated exotic meat through lab-based methods. By utilizing animal cells rather than traditional livestock, Vow aims to create sustainable and ethical meat alternatives. The process involves harvesting animal cells via biopsy and growing them in a nutrient-rich medium, which allows for the development of a diverse range of meat products. This innovative approach not only provides consumers, restaurants, and chefs with nutritious and flavorful options but also reduces reliance on natural resources typically used in conventional meat production.

Sundrive Solar

Series A in 2022
Sundrive Solar is a solar technology start-up focused on developing innovative solutions to lower the costs associated with high-efficiency solar cells. The company aims to enhance the performance and sustainability of these cells by utilizing more abundant materials, specifically replacing silver with copper in the manufacturing process. This approach not only reduces production costs but also supports the energy industry in adopting more sustainable practices. Sundrive Solar's commitment to using readily available materials positions it as a forward-thinking player in the renewable energy sector.

AGL Energy

Post in 2022
AGL Energy is one of Australia's foremost integrated energy companies, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy generation. With over 175 years of experience, AGL operates a significant retail and merchant energy business, managing over 4 million electricity and gas accounts, which constitutes approximately one-third of the Australian market. The company boasts a diverse power generation portfolio that includes base-load, peaking, and intermediate generation plants, utilizing both traditional thermal sources and renewable energy such as hydro, wind, landfill gas, and biomass. AGL is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future for its investors, communities, and customers, and it is recognized as the largest ASX-listed owner, operator, and developer of renewable energy assets in Australia.

Sun Cable

Series B in 2022
Sun Cable is a developer of solar energy infrastructure focused on delivering renewable electricity to urban areas. The company designs and constructs systems that provide competitively priced and dispatchable renewable energy, enabling energy markets to diversify their electricity supply. By increasing the resilience of energy systems, Sun Cable supports efforts to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets and promote sustainable energy solutions.

Infradebt

Debt Financing in 2022
Infradebtt is a specialist fund manager providing clients with direct access to infrastructure private debt markets.

Antora Energy

Series A in 2022
Antora Energy specializes in providing zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions for heavy industries, offering a more reliable alternative to fossil fuels. The company develops innovative thermal batteries that utilize excess solar and wind electricity to heat blocks of carbon, creating a sustainable energy source. These thermal energy storage systems effectively convert heat energy into electric energy, facilitating the electrification of heavy industry. By enabling the integration of renewable resources into the electricity grid, Antora Energy aims to deliver convenient, sustainable, and reliable electricity while significantly reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.

Dovetail

Series A in 2022
Dovetail Research Pty. Ltd. is a company based in Surry Hills, Australia, that offers a cloud-based platform designed for user research and customer feedback. Established in 2016, Dovetail's software enables teams to analyze, organize, collaborate, and store research data and insights efficiently. The platform allows researchers, analysts, designers, and product managers to consolidate user research materials, including notes, transcripts, images, videos, and audio recordings, into a single location. By facilitating the analysis of qualitative data, Dovetail helps users identify patterns and insights derived from various research methods such as interviews and usability testing. This collaborative environment allows organizations to share findings and work together in real-time, enhancing the overall effectiveness of their research efforts. Dovetail serves a global customer base, providing essential tools for effective decision-making based on user feedback.

Metro60

Series A in 2022
MILKRUN operates a grocery delivery platform that provides fresh produce and groceries directly from farmers to consumers within minutes. Utilizing an app, the company ensures that customers can receive their orders in approximately ten minutes, promoting convenience and accessibility. Delivery riders use electric bikes, emphasizing a commitment to environmentally friendly practices. By offering products at supermarket prices, MILKRUN aims to make quality groceries easily available to individuals, allowing them to enjoy fresh food items from the comfort of their homes.

Fleet Space Technologies

Series B in 2021
Fleet Space Technologies is an Australian space technology company that operates a fleet of commercial micro-satellites aimed at transforming critical mineral discovery and space exploration. The company has developed innovative solutions, including the world's first 3D-printed all-metal patch antenna for space, which significantly enhances data throughput. Fleet utilizes its satellite constellation to facilitate the exploration of critical minerals globally and provides satellite-enabled systems and seismic array technology to connect Earth, the Moon, and Mars. By offering low-cost satellite-based systems for Industrial Internet of Things applications, Fleet Space Technologies seeks to revolutionize the mineral exploration and defense sectors while advancing space exploration initiatives.

Zoomo

Series B in 2021
Zoomo is a company specializing in electric bikes aimed at enhancing the efficiency of gig workers in the food delivery industry. It offers a diverse range of light electric vehicles, including e-Bikes, e-Mopeds, and e-Cargo options. Zoomo's bikes are equipped with features such as electronic locks, GPS tracking, built-in alarm systems, integrated lights, fast charging capabilities, rear racks, and suspension systems. These attributes make them suitable for various delivery applications, including parcel, mail, and grocery deliveries. The company is focused on expanding its offerings to cater to individual consumers, promoting accessible and sustainable micro-mobility solutions for the on-demand delivery sector.

Loam Bio

Series A in 2021
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

Dovetail

Seed Round in 2021
Dovetail Research Pty. Ltd. is a company based in Surry Hills, Australia, that offers a cloud-based platform designed for user research and customer feedback. Established in 2016, Dovetail's software enables teams to analyze, organize, collaborate, and store research data and insights efficiently. The platform allows researchers, analysts, designers, and product managers to consolidate user research materials, including notes, transcripts, images, videos, and audio recordings, into a single location. By facilitating the analysis of qualitative data, Dovetail helps users identify patterns and insights derived from various research methods such as interviews and usability testing. This collaborative environment allows organizations to share findings and work together in real-time, enhancing the overall effectiveness of their research efforts. Dovetail serves a global customer base, providing essential tools for effective decision-making based on user feedback.

Culture Amp

Series F in 2021
Culture Amp Pty Ltd is a company that provides an employee experience platform designed to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Richmond, Australia, with additional offices in San Francisco, New York, and London, Culture Amp caters to a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 500 companies around the globe. The platform enables organizations to create surveys that assess employee engagement and experience, allowing businesses to collect, understand, and act on valuable feedback. By addressing the challenges faced by rapidly growing organizations, Culture Amp aims to foster a culture of learning and adaptability, ultimately improving the overall work environment.

Spriggy

Series B in 2021
Spriggy is a financial management platform designed to assist parents in teaching their children healthy money habits in the digital era. It offers a mobile app paired with a prepaid debit card, allowing families to manage money collaboratively. Parents can allocate funds to their child's card, set savings goals, and monitor spending, thereby fostering financial independence while ensuring safety. The platform emphasizes education and responsible money management, making it easier for families to engage in discussions about finances and instill good habits in their children.

Metro60

Seed Round in 2021
MILKRUN operates a grocery delivery platform that provides fresh produce and groceries directly from farmers to consumers within minutes. Utilizing an app, the company ensures that customers can receive their orders in approximately ten minutes, promoting convenience and accessibility. Delivery riders use electric bikes, emphasizing a commitment to environmentally friendly practices. By offering products at supermarket prices, MILKRUN aims to make quality groceries easily available to individuals, allowing them to enjoy fresh food items from the comfort of their homes.

WeaveGrid

Series A in 2021
WeaveGrid is a technology company focused on facilitating the integration of electric vehicles (EV) with the power grid. By employing machine learning, optimization, and predictive analytics, WeaveGrid's software addresses the challenges associated with EV-grid integration for utility companies. This innovative solution not only enhances the incorporation of renewable energy resources but also aims to reduce costs for utility customers. The company's efforts support the broader goals of decarbonization in the transportation and power sectors, enabling utilities to safely and economically adapt to the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Carted

Seed Round in 2021
Organzing the world's product to solve shopping for shoppers

Airwallex

Series D in 2021
Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that aims to streamline international transactions for businesses by eliminating the complexities and costs associated with traditional financial systems. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including payment processing, treasury management, and spend management, all integrated into a single platform. By leveraging an ecosystem of application programming interfaces, automation, and local payment networks, Airwallex enables clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currencies at mid-market foreign exchange rates. The platform is designed to support entrepreneurs and businesses in achieving their global objectives by providing seamless access to financial tools and opportunities worldwide.

Fable

Seed Round in 2021
Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in plant-based meat alternatives, primarily utilizing shiitake mushrooms to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat. The organization focuses on creating minimally processed, clean label products made from all-natural ingredients, catering to the growing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. Fable's offerings are widely available in major Australian grocery chains such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, its products can be found on various restaurant menus across Australia, Singapore, and the UK, making them accessible to a diverse range of consumers seeking vegan substitutes for meat dishes.

Xpansiv

Venture Round in 2021
Xpansiv is a company that specializes in transforming data from the lifecycle of various commodities into intelligent commodities and digital assets. It operates a global commodity exchange platform that facilitates the trading, managing, and reporting of environmental commodities, including carbon credits and renewable energy certificates. By providing a user-friendly interface, Xpansiv enables participants to engage in transactions that support sustainability and contribute to achieving net-zero goals. The platform also offers registry infrastructure and advisory services tailored to the energy and environmental markets, helping users derive value from essential resources such as energy, carbon, and water in a data-driven environment.

Vow

Seed Round in 2021
Vow Foods is a company that specializes in producing cultivated exotic meat through lab-based methods. By utilizing animal cells rather than traditional livestock, Vow aims to create sustainable and ethical meat alternatives. The process involves harvesting animal cells via biopsy and growing them in a nutrient-rich medium, which allows for the development of a diverse range of meat products. This innovative approach not only provides consumers, restaurants, and chefs with nutritious and flavorful options but also reduces reliance on natural resources typically used in conventional meat production.

Antora Energy

Venture Round in 2021
Antora Energy specializes in providing zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions for heavy industries, offering a more reliable alternative to fossil fuels. The company develops innovative thermal batteries that utilize excess solar and wind electricity to heat blocks of carbon, creating a sustainable energy source. These thermal energy storage systems effectively convert heat energy into electric energy, facilitating the electrification of heavy industry. By enabling the integration of renewable resources into the electricity grid, Antora Energy aims to deliver convenient, sustainable, and reliable electricity while significantly reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.

Brighte

Series C in 2020
Brighte is a sustainable energy technology platform founded in 2015 by Katherine McConnell, dedicated to transforming the way homeowners finance sustainable home improvements. The company specializes in providing financing solutions for renewable energy upgrades, including solar systems, batteries, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technologies. Brighte's innovative platform offers interest-free payment plans, which help eliminate the upfront cost barrier associated with significant investments in sustainable energy. This allows homeowners to adopt eco-friendly solutions while enabling vendors to receive prompt lump sum payments upon job completion. Additionally, Brighte offers bundled energy plans for customers who finance battery installations alongside their solar systems. As a leading Australian fintech, Brighte has garnered recognition for its disruptive approach to the energy and sustainable home improvement markets, supported by notable investors.

Sundrive Solar

Series A in 2020
Sundrive Solar is a solar technology start-up focused on developing innovative solutions to lower the costs associated with high-efficiency solar cells. The company aims to enhance the performance and sustainability of these cells by utilizing more abundant materials, specifically replacing silver with copper in the manufacturing process. This approach not only reduces production costs but also supports the energy industry in adopting more sustainable practices. Sundrive Solar's commitment to using readily available materials positions it as a forward-thinking player in the renewable energy sector.

August Robotics

Series A in 2020
August Robotics develops specialized robots designed to automate labor-intensive, hazardous, and monotonous tasks within the B2B sector. The company's inaugural robot, Lionel, streamlines the floor-marking process for the global exhibition industry, proving essential for major trade show setups in Europe and the United States. Following this, August Robotics introduced Diego, a robot focused on disinfecting high-traffic public spaces such as hotels, offices, and aged care facilities, thereby enhancing hygiene and minimizing infection risks. The firm is also advancing a range of additional robotic solutions, all built on its proprietary mobile robotics platform, which allows for rapid and cost-effective development of new applications. By targeting workflows that are traditionally challenging for human workers, August Robotics aims to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety in various business operations, positioning itself as a leader in the integration of robotics into the business landscape.

Goterra

Series A in 2020
Goterra is a company that specializes in developing autonomous waste management systems to address food waste challenges in logistics and distribution. It utilizes modular insect farms that convert food waste into sustainable protein and fertilizer, promoting a circular economy. Goterra’s innovative technology integrates seamlessly into existing waste management infrastructures, ensuring that services remain uninterrupted. The company's solutions adhere to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, providing farmers with low-impact, organic food sources that help restore nutrients to the food chain. By tackling food waste at various stages of the supply chain, Goterra positions itself as a comprehensive and effective tool for sustainable waste management.

Loam Bio

Seed Round in 2020
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

Vow

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Vow Foods is a company that specializes in producing cultivated exotic meat through lab-based methods. By utilizing animal cells rather than traditional livestock, Vow aims to create sustainable and ethical meat alternatives. The process involves harvesting animal cells via biopsy and growing them in a nutrient-rich medium, which allows for the development of a diverse range of meat products. This innovative approach not only provides consumers, restaurants, and chefs with nutritious and flavorful options but also reduces reliance on natural resources typically used in conventional meat production.

Brighte

Series C in 2019
Brighte is a sustainable energy technology platform founded in 2015 by Katherine McConnell, dedicated to transforming the way homeowners finance sustainable home improvements. The company specializes in providing financing solutions for renewable energy upgrades, including solar systems, batteries, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technologies. Brighte's innovative platform offers interest-free payment plans, which help eliminate the upfront cost barrier associated with significant investments in sustainable energy. This allows homeowners to adopt eco-friendly solutions while enabling vendors to receive prompt lump sum payments upon job completion. Additionally, Brighte offers bundled energy plans for customers who finance battery installations alongside their solar systems. As a leading Australian fintech, Brighte has garnered recognition for its disruptive approach to the energy and sustainable home improvement markets, supported by notable investors.

Culture Amp

Series E in 2019
Culture Amp Pty Ltd is a company that provides an employee experience platform designed to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Richmond, Australia, with additional offices in San Francisco, New York, and London, Culture Amp caters to a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 500 companies around the globe. The platform enables organizations to create surveys that assess employee engagement and experience, allowing businesses to collect, understand, and act on valuable feedback. By addressing the challenges faced by rapidly growing organizations, Culture Amp aims to foster a culture of learning and adaptability, ultimately improving the overall work environment.

Juvenescence

Series B in 2019
Juvenescence Limited is a British Virgin Islands-based holding company focused on investing in the fields of human aging and longevity. The company aims to develop a comprehensive ecosystem of assets that target aging, age-related diseases, and regenerative medicine. By leveraging advancements in scientific and medical research, Juvenescence seeks to create therapeutics that significantly extend both healthspan and lifespan. Their approach involves forming partnerships with leading scientists and research institutions, in-licensing compounds from academia and industry, and developing novel therapies based on a deep understanding of the biological mechanisms of aging. Juvenescence's initiatives also encompass therapeutic strategies aimed at promoting healthy aging, metabolic health, and brain health, with the ultimate goal of addressing the societal implications of an aging population.

Dgraph

Series A in 2019
Dgraph Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops and operates a fast, transactional, and distributed graph database designed to efficiently manage and retrieve structured data. Founded in 2016, Dgraph offers a low-latency solution that supports real-time user queries, catering to a diverse clientele from small startups to large enterprises. Its flagship product, Slash Enterprise, is a fully-managed, serverless solution optimized for handling terabytes of data in production environments. This service is deployed on dedicated, multi-zone clusters across major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Dgraph's technology also addresses various use cases, including semantic search, pattern matching, and fraud detection, enabling clients to effectively manage, represent, and visualize large datasets.

WeaveGrid

Venture Round in 2019
WeaveGrid is a technology company focused on facilitating the integration of electric vehicles (EV) with the power grid. By employing machine learning, optimization, and predictive analytics, WeaveGrid's software addresses the challenges associated with EV-grid integration for utility companies. This innovative solution not only enhances the incorporation of renewable energy resources but also aims to reduce costs for utility customers. The company's efforts support the broader goals of decarbonization in the transportation and power sectors, enabling utilities to safely and economically adapt to the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Loam Bio

Seed Round in 2019
Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

Spriggy

Series A in 2019
Spriggy is a financial management platform designed to assist parents in teaching their children healthy money habits in the digital era. It offers a mobile app paired with a prepaid debit card, allowing families to manage money collaboratively. Parents can allocate funds to their child's card, set savings goals, and monitor spending, thereby fostering financial independence while ensuring safety. The platform emphasizes education and responsible money management, making it easier for families to engage in discussions about finances and instill good habits in their children.

Sun Cable

Series A in 2019
Sun Cable is a developer of solar energy infrastructure focused on delivering renewable electricity to urban areas. The company designs and constructs systems that provide competitively priced and dispatchable renewable energy, enabling energy markets to diversify their electricity supply. By increasing the resilience of energy systems, Sun Cable supports efforts to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets and promote sustainable energy solutions.

Sundrive Solar

Seed Round in 2018
Sundrive Solar is a solar technology start-up focused on developing innovative solutions to lower the costs associated with high-efficiency solar cells. The company aims to enhance the performance and sustainability of these cells by utilizing more abundant materials, specifically replacing silver with copper in the manufacturing process. This approach not only reduces production costs but also supports the energy industry in adopting more sustainable practices. Sundrive Solar's commitment to using readily available materials positions it as a forward-thinking player in the renewable energy sector.

Culture Amp

Series D in 2018
Culture Amp Pty Ltd is a company that provides an employee experience platform designed to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Richmond, Australia, with additional offices in San Francisco, New York, and London, Culture Amp caters to a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 500 companies around the globe. The platform enables organizations to create surveys that assess employee engagement and experience, allowing businesses to collect, understand, and act on valuable feedback. By addressing the challenges faced by rapidly growing organizations, Culture Amp aims to foster a culture of learning and adaptability, ultimately improving the overall work environment.

Zoox

Series B in 2018
Zoox Inc. is a California-based robotics company focused on designing and developing self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2014 by Tim Kentley-Klay and Dr. Jesse Levinson, Zoox aims to create advanced autonomous mobility solutions that address the future needs of urban transportation. The company employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating design, computer science, and electro-mechanical engineering to innovate in the field of mobility. In addition to vehicle development, Zoox manages a fleet of cars and offers vehicle rental services. Since September 2020, Zoox has operated as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., enhancing its resources and capabilities in the evolving landscape of autonomous transportation.

August Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
August Robotics develops specialized robots designed to automate labor-intensive, hazardous, and monotonous tasks within the B2B sector. The company's inaugural robot, Lionel, streamlines the floor-marking process for the global exhibition industry, proving essential for major trade show setups in Europe and the United States. Following this, August Robotics introduced Diego, a robot focused on disinfecting high-traffic public spaces such as hotels, offices, and aged care facilities, thereby enhancing hygiene and minimizing infection risks. The firm is also advancing a range of additional robotic solutions, all built on its proprietary mobile robotics platform, which allows for rapid and cost-effective development of new applications. By targeting workflows that are traditionally challenging for human workers, August Robotics aims to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety in various business operations, positioning itself as a leader in the integration of robotics into the business landscape.

Brighte

Series B in 2018
Brighte is a sustainable energy technology platform founded in 2015 by Katherine McConnell, dedicated to transforming the way homeowners finance sustainable home improvements. The company specializes in providing financing solutions for renewable energy upgrades, including solar systems, batteries, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technologies. Brighte's innovative platform offers interest-free payment plans, which help eliminate the upfront cost barrier associated with significant investments in sustainable energy. This allows homeowners to adopt eco-friendly solutions while enabling vendors to receive prompt lump sum payments upon job completion. Additionally, Brighte offers bundled energy plans for customers who finance battery installations alongside their solar systems. As a leading Australian fintech, Brighte has garnered recognition for its disruptive approach to the energy and sustainable home improvement markets, supported by notable investors.

Goterra

Seed Round in 2018
Goterra is a company that specializes in developing autonomous waste management systems to address food waste challenges in logistics and distribution. It utilizes modular insect farms that convert food waste into sustainable protein and fertilizer, promoting a circular economy. Goterra’s innovative technology integrates seamlessly into existing waste management infrastructures, ensuring that services remain uninterrupted. The company's solutions adhere to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, providing farmers with low-impact, organic food sources that help restore nutrients to the food chain. By tackling food waste at various stages of the supply chain, Goterra positions itself as a comprehensive and effective tool for sustainable waste management.

Neara

Venture Round in 2018
Neara provides predictive modeling software designed to help utility companies manage their networks proactively. Their cloud-based enterprise platform is tailored for the electric and power infrastructure industry. It uses advanced algorithms to create a three-dimensional, physics-enabled model of energy utilities, enhancing visualization and reporting. This allows users to simulate severe weather scenarios, assess network vulnerabilities, and make informed decisions to optimize asset management across the entire network.

Cog

Series A in 2017
Cog Systems is a Sydney-based company specializing in cybersecurity solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Established in 2014, the company focuses on enhancing the security and reliability of connected devices through a modular approach that mirrors cloud computing techniques. Its D4 Secure Platform isolates critical functions to minimize vulnerabilities and improve performance, incorporating features such as double encryption, non-bypassable and nested VPNs, and secure boot processes. This architecture not only strengthens data protection for both storage and transmission but also ensures scalability, allowing for seamless integration of diverse applications without compromising security. Cog Systems has successfully deployed its solutions in over 30 projects across government, defense, and corporate sectors, positioning itself as a leader in the field of secure connected devices.

Brighte

Series A in 2017
Brighte is a sustainable energy technology platform founded in 2015 by Katherine McConnell, dedicated to transforming the way homeowners finance sustainable home improvements. The company specializes in providing financing solutions for renewable energy upgrades, including solar systems, batteries, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technologies. Brighte's innovative platform offers interest-free payment plans, which help eliminate the upfront cost barrier associated with significant investments in sustainable energy. This allows homeowners to adopt eco-friendly solutions while enabling vendors to receive prompt lump sum payments upon job completion. Additionally, Brighte offers bundled energy plans for customers who finance battery installations alongside their solar systems. As a leading Australian fintech, Brighte has garnered recognition for its disruptive approach to the energy and sustainable home improvement markets, supported by notable investors.

Sustenir Agriculture

Venture Round in 2017
Sustenir Agriculture Singapore Pte Ltd. specializes in the cultivation, processing, packaging, and distribution of green vegetables, including leafy greens, strawberries, and basil leaves. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Singapore, the company employs advanced Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) techniques to grow its products sustainably. By focusing on local production of traditionally imported vegetables, Sustenir aims to disrupt the conventional food supply chain, reducing costs and the carbon footprint associated with food distribution. Its products are sold through various retail channels and online marketplaces, reflecting a commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

Infradebt

Venture Round in 2017
Infradebtt is a specialist fund manager providing clients with direct access to infrastructure private debt markets.

Fleet Space Technologies

Venture Round in 2016
Fleet Space Technologies is an Australian space technology company that operates a fleet of commercial micro-satellites aimed at transforming critical mineral discovery and space exploration. The company has developed innovative solutions, including the world's first 3D-printed all-metal patch antenna for space, which significantly enhances data throughput. Fleet utilizes its satellite constellation to facilitate the exploration of critical minerals globally and provides satellite-enabled systems and seismic array technology to connect Earth, the Moon, and Mars. By offering low-cost satellite-based systems for Industrial Internet of Things applications, Fleet Space Technologies seeks to revolutionize the mineral exploration and defense sectors while advancing space exploration initiatives.
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