Liquid 2 Ventures

Founded in 2015, Liquid 2 Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in seed-stage investments for technology startups.

Michael Ma

General Partner

Mike Miller

General Partner

Nathaniel Montana

General Partner

Elizabeth Montana-Luciano

Director of Operations

Matthew Mulvey

Partner

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

H3X Technologies

Series A in 2024
H3X Technologies designs and manufactures high-power density electric propulsion systems for aviation and urban air mobility. Its propulsion unit integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single compact module, delivering lightweight, high-performance propulsion suitable for retrofit into existing aircraft designs. The company's systems are geared toward decarbonizing aviation and enabling sustainable flight, with applications also cited in marine and heavy industrial use. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, H3X focuses on advancing electric propulsion to support safer, cleaner aerospace and related sectors.

Standard Fleet

Seed Round in 2023
Standard Fleet develops electric fleet management software, specializing in Tesla and internet-connected EVs, designed for delivery, rental, carsharing, lease, and taxi fleets. The platform provides online and mobile tools to monitor battery charge and health, manage charging, track trips and expenses, and generate activity, mileage, and maintenance alerts. It enables operators including rental, dealership, government, and service fleets to manage, monitor, and scale electric vehicle operations efficiently without hardware installation. The company's solutions integrate dashboard applications and APIs to automate workflows, secure vehicles, and provide insights and controls that save time and money. The team comprises engineers and professionals with experience from major tech and mobility firms, focused on delivering scalable software that supports EV fleet operations.

Helio Home

Seed Round in 2023
Helio is a company focused on facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to complete electrification of homes. It operates an innovative online platform that provides customers with a straightforward and cost-effective approach to achieve whole-home electrification. The platform integrates various systems including solar energy, heating and cooling, electrical systems, insulation, and ventilation, ensuring a holistic design for energy efficiency. By promoting the use of electric solutions, Helio aims to help customers reduce their carbon footprints and minimize reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Natilus

Venture Round in 2022
Natilus Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in manufacturing aircraft drones for freight forwarding. Founded in 2016 by Aleksey Matyushev and Anatoly Starikov, the company aims to transform the air cargo industry through innovative designs and advanced technology. With a team of engineering experts who have extensive experience in various aviation sectors, Natilus seeks to reduce air freight costs and improve accessibility for underdeveloped areas, ultimately enhancing global supply chain efficiency and sustainability. Its aircraft, including the Kona short-haul UAV, Alisio medium/long-range UAV, and Nordes long-range UAV, are constructed from carbon fiber composites and utilize existing ground infrastructure and standard air cargo containers. This design allows for remote piloting capabilities and positions Natilus to capitalize on a significant market opportunity, projecting an expansion of the air freight sector to $470 billion through cost reductions and increased efficiency.

Salient Motion

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Salient Motion develops advanced motion control and actuation components tailored for diverse industrial applications. Their modular hardware and software integrate seamlessly, supporting precise servo control even in harsh environments.

Electric Era Technologies

Seed Round in 2022
Electric Era Technologies specializes in AI-controlled battery storage systems for efficient operation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Its PowerNode-OS platform ensures optimized and reliable charging across all PowerNode stations.

Standard Fleet

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Standard Fleet develops electric fleet management software, specializing in Tesla and internet-connected EVs, designed for delivery, rental, carsharing, lease, and taxi fleets. The platform provides online and mobile tools to monitor battery charge and health, manage charging, track trips and expenses, and generate activity, mileage, and maintenance alerts. It enables operators including rental, dealership, government, and service fleets to manage, monitor, and scale electric vehicle operations efficiently without hardware installation. The company's solutions integrate dashboard applications and APIs to automate workflows, secure vehicles, and provide insights and controls that save time and money. The team comprises engineers and professionals with experience from major tech and mobility firms, focused on delivering scalable software that supports EV fleet operations.

SixWheel

Seed Round in 2022
SixWheel provides road freight electrification services.

Navier

Seed Round in 2022
Navier is an American maritime company focused on zero-emission, hydrofoil electric vessels designed to redefine waterborne transportation for people and goods. The company develops high-performance electric boats with hydrofoil technology that enable smooth, quiet operation on waterways, delivering eco-friendly transportation without sacrificing speed or utility. By combining energy-efficient propulsion with advanced hull design, Navier aims to lower operating costs and expand access to waterways, offering a scalable alternative to traditional marine transport.

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.

H3X Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
H3X Technologies designs and manufactures high-power density electric propulsion systems for aviation and urban air mobility. Its propulsion unit integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single compact module, delivering lightweight, high-performance propulsion suitable for retrofit into existing aircraft designs. The company's systems are geared toward decarbonizing aviation and enabling sustainable flight, with applications also cited in marine and heavy industrial use. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, H3X focuses on advancing electric propulsion to support safer, cleaner aerospace and related sectors.

Regent

Seed Round in 2021
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.

Enode

Seed Round in 2021
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.

Enode

Seed Round in 2021
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.

Navier

Seed Round in 2021
Navier is an American maritime company focused on zero-emission, hydrofoil electric vessels designed to redefine waterborne transportation for people and goods. The company develops high-performance electric boats with hydrofoil technology that enable smooth, quiet operation on waterways, delivering eco-friendly transportation without sacrificing speed or utility. By combining energy-efficient propulsion with advanced hull design, Navier aims to lower operating costs and expand access to waterways, offering a scalable alternative to traditional marine transport.

Moxion Power

Seed Round 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.

Grin Scooter

Seed Round in 2018
Grin Scooters is a software company that manages a network of shared electric scooters and skates, aimed at providing a fun and eco-friendly mode of transportation. Currently operating in Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Sao Paulo, and Bogota, Grin focuses on enhancing urban mobility while promoting environmental sustainability. The company is dedicated to connecting people through its electric mobility solutions, offering an alternative to traditional transportation methods and contributing to the reduction of pollution in urban areas. Grin has plans to expand its operations to additional cities across Latin America.

Natilus

Seed Round in 2017
Natilus Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in manufacturing aircraft drones for freight forwarding. Founded in 2016 by Aleksey Matyushev and Anatoly Starikov, the company aims to transform the air cargo industry through innovative designs and advanced technology. With a team of engineering experts who have extensive experience in various aviation sectors, Natilus seeks to reduce air freight costs and improve accessibility for underdeveloped areas, ultimately enhancing global supply chain efficiency and sustainability. Its aircraft, including the Kona short-haul UAV, Alisio medium/long-range UAV, and Nordes long-range UAV, are constructed from carbon fiber composites and utilize existing ground infrastructure and standard air cargo containers. This design allows for remote piloting capabilities and positions Natilus to capitalize on a significant market opportunity, projecting an expansion of the air freight sector to $470 billion through cost reductions and increased efficiency.

May Mobility

Seed Round in 2017
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying autonomous vehicle technology to enhance public transportation systems. May Mobility operates a fleet of six-passenger electric shuttles that navigate through traffic using mapped and closed-loop routes. By analyzing city traffic and commuter patterns, the company identifies bottlenecks and optimizes transit routes for various communities. Its services aim to reduce human error in driving, lower pollution levels, and provide economic benefits to both communities and riders. Through its innovative approach, May Mobility seeks to create a safer, greener, and more efficient transportation environment.

Voltaiq

Venture Round in 2015
Founded in 2012 by UC Berkeley PhDs, Voltaiq specializes in battery analytics software. Its Enterprise Battery Intelligence™ platform optimizes battery performance, enhances safety, and improves financing for customers across transportation, consumer electronics, energy storage, and the full battery supply chain.
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