NTx
Debt Financing in 2024
Nature’s Toolbox is a biotechnology company based in New Mexico that has developed a proprietary host-independent biological manufacturing and development platform. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing naturally occurring drug discovery targets. Its platform provides high-throughput screening capabilities for the rapid prototyping of biological materials, allowing for real-time metabolic profiling of bacteria, fungi, and plants. This technology facilitates the discovery, characterization, and production of bioactive natural products, which can be applied to a range of applications, including protein-based therapies for cancer and autoimmune disorders. By enhancing reproducibility and reducing the resource footprint, Nature’s Toolbox aims to accelerate the drug development process for its clients.
El Paso Electric
Acquisition in 2019
El Paso Electric Company is a regional electric utility based in El Paso, Texas, engaged in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Established in 1901, the company initially operated as a streetcar service before transitioning to electricity provision. It generates power using a mix of nuclear fuel, natural gas, purchased power, and solar energy, boasting a net generating capacity of approximately 2,085 megawatts. El Paso Electric serves around 394,000 retail and wholesale customers across a service area of 10,000 square miles, which includes parts of west Texas and southern New Mexico, extending from Hatch, New Mexico, to Van Horn, Texas. The company caters to a diverse customer base, including residential, commercial, industrial, and public authority clients, while also engaging in wholesale transactions with entities such as military installations and universities.