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Solumar is a company focused on developing advanced air and gas filtering technologies aimed at significantly reducing emissions in heavy industries. By employing innovative methods that utilize seawater and principles derived from aviation, Solumar's solutions effectively capture black carbon and greenhouse gas emissions. The company targets various sectors, including city councils, industrial operations, maritime activities, and oil and gas companies, assisting them in complying with environmental regulations and the goals set forth in the Agenda 2050 for emission reductions. Solumar's approach not only promotes sustainability but also offers clients a cost-effective means of achieving their emissions reduction targets.

Founded in 2018, CLIMATENZA is a Chilean company specializing in innovative solar thermal technologies. It focuses on generating high-value energy for utilities and heat for industrial applications, aiming to limit climate change and promote sustainable development.

OneStep Power Solutions Inc. specializes in manufacturing non-destructive power system testers for positioned vessels, primarily focusing on its patented generator voltage response tester (GVRT). This innovative solution enables safe, controlled, and repeatable testing of voltage dip ride without altering protection system settings. In addition to manufacturing, the company provides a range of engineering services, including validation and testing, integrity assessments, post-failure solutions, software and programming support, and project commissioning. Founded in 2016, OneStep Power Solutions is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

BillBuds is a utility management company that simplifies the process of setting up and managing essential utilities for renters through a single platform. The company's innovative dashboard allows users to estimate utility bills prior to moving in, as well as to organize all their utility accounts—electricity, gas, internet, cable, and water—under one account. BillBuds enables renters to choose between a fixed monthly payment or a pay-as-you-use option, making budgeting more predictable. Additionally, utility usage is tracked and benchmarked on the dashboard, and at the end of each billing cycle, BillBuds consolidates all utility charges into one invoice. This feature facilitates easy splitting of bills among roommates, streamlining the management of shared living expenses.

GO TO-U develops a platform for managing electric vehicle (EV) charging. It enhances the EV charging experience by offering features like advance booking of charging stations, access to facilities during charging, and increasing traffic at charging locations, thereby maximizing efficiency and profitability for charge point operators.

eCredable provides a credit-building platform that helps individuals and small business owners improve credit by reporting everyday payments such as rent, utilities, and phone bills to consumer and business credit bureaus. The company transitioned in 2019 from a credit reporting agency to a data furnisher on behalf of end users, enabling these payments to be reported directly to bureaus and influencing scores like FICO. This approach can help consumers with limited credit history qualify for mainstream offers, with millions of potential beneficiaries. For small businesses, eCredable Lift enables reporting of business-related expenses to build a business credit profile, allowing separation of personal and business credit, and addressing the fact that many businesses lack a business credit score from major bureaus. The platform automates reporting to improve accessibility and creditworthiness.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Created in Switzerland, Aquama® offers an innovative solution for cleaning and disinfecting with electrified water and salt, within an application system (Apple / Google/ Huawei). Thanks to this technology, professionals and individuals benefit from a detergent and disinfectant solution, at a competitive price and without toxicity. A revolution that allows both to limit costs and reduce pollution. ECOLOGY, ECONOMY AND EFFICIENCY Born in the hospitality sector, Willy Lionel Pomathios began to take an interest in ecology 10 years ago. In 2013, thanks to his collaboration with Aquama® engineers, he created a detergent and disinfectant solution consisting only of water, salt and electricity. Thanks to this hydrolysis process, water is rid of all chemical and toxic substances, a real revolution in the field of cleaning.

Quempin SpA specializes in providing innovative combustion technology aimed at facilitating the transition from polluting fuel sources to cleaner alternatives in the heat sector. The company offers efficient gas burners designed to significantly reduce gas fuel consumption by at least 20%, making it easier for businesses to adopt cleaner energy solutions. Quempin’s services include the design, installation, and repair of gas equipment, as well as engineering support for industrial process conversions and remodeling. The company focuses on porous media burners and gas installations, emphasizing clean combustion and the reduction of gas emissions. By offering cost-effective solutions that require no upfront investment for companies currently using coal or firewood, Quempin helps businesses manage the transition to sustainable energy sources while ensuring ongoing maintenance and technical support through authorized technicians.

Founded in 2015, Heaboo is a technology company specializing in research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of standalone, passive devices that enhance hot water supply response time in taps or shower mixers. This improves energy and water efficiency in buildings.

ALP Technologies is a renewable energy engineering start-up from London. It focuses on developing renewable energy technologies for the developing world. Since founding in 2015, it has won multiple awards and funded research and development projects such as advanced battery systems on recycled cells, novel biogas generation, and power electronic and control systems. Its small-scale power plant for developing regions uses solar, bio-ethanol, and agricultural waste to generate uninterrupted electricity. It aims to displace diesel generation and fossil fuel based power plants and leapfrog grid infrastructure in the developing world.

COI Energy Services, Inc. is a Tampa, Florida-based company that offers software as a service (SaaS) solutions tailored for utilities and their business customers to enhance energy efficiency and reduce costs. Founded in 2016, the company develops an energy optimization platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to facilitate two-way communication between utilities and customers. Its services include demand response, energy efficiency analytics, renewable energy capacity identification, and alerts for available rebates and incentives from utility companies and government programs. By focusing on energy optimization and waste elimination, COI Energy Services not only assists customers in becoming more energy-efficient but also aims to increase utility earnings while supporting environmental sustainability. The company was previously known as COI Empowerment & Energy Services LLC before rebranding in December 2017.

WISRAN specializes in smart data and process management technology focused on real-time water measurement and management. The company develops a cloud-enabled software platform that collects data from various equipment, such as pumps, to provide insights into operations and business intelligence. This technology serves smart cities, equipment manufacturers, utilities, and regulators, aiming to enhance efficiency, identify new revenue opportunities, and reduce costs. Additionally, WISRAN offers a SaaS-based agtech platform that utilizes tablets equipped with accelerometers and GPS for agricultural equipment. This feature allows farmers to gather telematics data, ultimately improving worker productivity and optimizing agricultural machinery logistics.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Liquid Logical specializes in innovative heating technology that instantly brings water to its boiling point without requiring storage tanks. Their compact device, roughly the size of a drink can, offers continuous on-demand boiling water, suitable for various applications like kitchens, appliances, and commercial settings. This patented technology presents significant global potential and substantial environmental benefits through reduced water waste.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

CPlantae is a water solution company. They provide services that include vermifiltration, domestic wastewater systems, ecotechnologies, and consulting. Their customers' inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.

Camberline Technologies is a developer of a sensor-driven energy platform designed to monitor electricity usage and promote energy conservation. The company's technology provides billing-ready data to utility systems through established data exchange interfaces, facilitating accurate and efficient billing processes. By leveraging this platform, consumers can receive incentives to modify their electricity consumption habits, ultimately supporting efforts to enhance energy efficiency within communities.

Founded in 2017, Drizzlex Ltd specializes in smart water management solutions for multi-family properties. Its flagship product, DrizzleX, combines IoT-based smart sensors with a SaaS dashboard to monitor and analyze water usage, empowering tenants to conserve water and enabling property managers to reduce bills by up to 40%. With installations across California, Nevada, Arizona, and New York, the company aims to promote water conservation and sustainability.

Founded in 2017, Infinite Cooling specializes in wastewater management and recycling. It uses high-voltage electric fields to capture and recycle vast amounts of water that would otherwise be lost at industrial facilities like power plants, data centers, and factories.

Watchtower Robotics is a company specializing in advanced leakage detection technology aimed at mitigating water breaks and minimizing infrastructure damage. The company develops innovative robots that accurately identify leaks in water distribution pipes without disrupting service. By enabling early detection of potential water issues, Watchtower Robotics allows clients to take proactive measures to prevent costly water leakage and infrastructure deterioration. Their technology focuses on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of water management systems, contributing to better resource conservation and operational sustainability.

Global Water Labs provides technical assistance to current water providers looking for possibilities for community-scale defluoridation. Their assistance assists water providers in setting up a supply chain and distribution system to handle nearby bauxite, assess the quality of the groundwater, and make sure fluoride levels in treated water stay below the desired WHO-MCL.

Yotta Energy Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the manufacture of innovative solar storage solutions. The company's flagship product, SolarLEAF, is a modular energy storage device that integrates with photovoltaic panels, designed to lower costs and enhance the resiliency of energy storage systems. By significantly reducing the soft costs associated with the design, installation, and maintenance of energy storage, SolarLEAF provides a more efficient alternative to traditional centralized systems. Additionally, Yotta Energy offers SolarPLEXUS, a gateway that optimizes the operation of SolarLEAF units and facilitates connectivity within the system. Their software platform further aggregates energy data to support utilities in managing grid operations and enables system owners to effectively manage their power and reduce expenses.

Ilumexico is a B-Corporation focused on promoting community development in Mexico's most marginalized regions through solar energy solutions. The enterprise aims to enhance rural electrification by providing access to clean energy, utilizing microfinance schemes and offering long-term service and training for the use and maintenance of solar technologies. Their product offerings include solar water pumps, refrigerators, street lighting, solar fences, and grid-connected systems. Ilumexico believes that energy access serves as a foundation for broader development and runs programs and workshops on topics such as community organization, gender equity, and financial inclusion to empower these communities.

OffGridBox is a company that specializes in delivering renewable energy and clean water solutions to remote areas and developing countries through its innovative OffGridBox™ system. This modular unit, housed within a compact 6x6x6 feet shipping container, is equipped with the necessary technology to generate electricity and purify water. OffGridBox aims to address the needs of over 2 billion people who lack access to reliable energy and clean water. Each unit can serve approximately 300 families, potentially impacting around 1,500 individuals, and is often managed by local cooperatives, such as women-led organizations in Rwanda. The company has successfully deployed 38 units across nine countries, including Italy, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, the Philippines, Madagascar, the United States, and Colombia, serving various sectors such as humanitarian efforts, household retail, and industrial services. To date, these units have accumulated over 400,000 working hours, demonstrating their effectiveness and sustainability.

The Energy Audit is a reference point and provides practical support for all professionals dealing with energy efficiency: energy managers, energy consultants, ESCOs, utility providers and government institutions.

WaterComms develops a mobile-enabled water system networking platform that links local water technicians with suppliers of equipment and materials to support maintenance and operation of drinking-water facilities in East Africa. The platform aims to improve accountability, efficiency, and affordability of technical water services, enhance facility sustainability, and expand access to safe water for underserved populations in the region.

Gaszen is a developer of an innovative gas management platform focused on enhancing the consumption experience for users of propane, a primary energy source for approximately 3 billion people globally. The company offers a comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) solution that connects stationary propane tanks to the internet, allowing for real-time monitoring and management. Its platform includes a wireless sensor that replaces traditional analog meters, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns and tank levels over days and weeks. This transparency empowers both residential users and small to medium-sized businesses to optimize their propane usage, ultimately enabling them to save money and avoid running out of fuel. Gaszen's strategic focus on the Mexican market, where propane consumption per capita is the highest in the Americas, aligns with its goal of serving a significant number of users and streamlining interactions among consumers, gas suppliers, and dispatchers through dedicated applications and dashboards.

Gaszen is a developer of an innovative gas management platform focused on enhancing the consumption experience for users of propane, a primary energy source for approximately 3 billion people globally. The company offers a comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) solution that connects stationary propane tanks to the internet, allowing for real-time monitoring and management. Its platform includes a wireless sensor that replaces traditional analog meters, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns and tank levels over days and weeks. This transparency empowers both residential users and small to medium-sized businesses to optimize their propane usage, ultimately enabling them to save money and avoid running out of fuel. Gaszen's strategic focus on the Mexican market, where propane consumption per capita is the highest in the Americas, aligns with its goal of serving a significant number of users and streamlining interactions among consumers, gas suppliers, and dispatchers through dedicated applications and dashboards.

Empowerment Solar fosters energy independence and economic prosperity across the Middle East by supplying affordable and easy access to reliable and clean solar electricity. They design and install distributed solar electricity systems for Palestinian businesses in the West Bank, eventually expanding across the region. They save Palestinian firms (who pay 70% more than Americans for electricity) 1,000s of dollars annually and eliminate electricity-shortage constraints plaguing West Bank companies.

UnDosTres operates an online payments platform in Mexico that enables users to pay for a wide range of services, including mobile and TV recharges, electricity and water bills, movie tickets, and other utilities, using credit and debit cards, bank transfers, or digital wallets. The platform emphasizes security and reliability in online transactions and aims to streamline payments by consolidating diverse services into a single interface. It is widely regarded as a leading and fast-growing fintech in Mexico.

Ubuntu Power is committed to enhancing the lives of millions of Sub-Saharan Africans living without electricity or internet connectivity. The company provides solar power solutions and mobile services, delivering clean electricity and digital connectivity to underserved areas.

Surge Hydro specializes in modernizing hydroelectric facilities to enhance energy production and sustainability. The company designs and manufactures modular hydroelectric systems aimed at electrifying non-electricity-generating dams, a vast majority of which exist in the United States. By employing innovative technologies, Surge Hydro seeks to transform these facilities into efficient energy producers, fostering independent sustainable grid networks for communities. Their commitment to clean energy infrastructure positions hydropower as a crucial element in the transition to renewable energy. Surge Hydro aims to integrate advanced concepts with safe and efficient operations, ultimately reducing costs and ensuring consistent returns for investors. The company is dedicated to providing reliable, sustainable, and renewable energy solutions for a changing world.

Oorja Development Solutions aims to provide clean energy access to 450 million un/underelectrified people in rural Indian communities. It deploy smart micro-grids powered by biomass gasification and solar PV systems to generate, store and transmit reliable and affordable electricity to SMEs as anchor load and low-income households. It uses a scalable community-owned business model to leverage energy provision as a catalyst for socio-economic development to alleviate poverty, empower women and tackle climate change.

FuelDrop, is an up and coming start-up that formed out of MIT in the greater Boston area. For anyone living in a major city, filling up your car with gasoline can be a real pain. Limited gas stations coupled with high gas prices results in an experience that is dreaded by all. At fueldrop they ask ourselves, why are they still using this archaic method of getting gas? Why do they have thousands of cars driving to one gas station... what if the gas just came straight to your car? The team at fueldrop is creating a fuel delivery service so you will never have to go to a gas station again.

Open Energy Market is a technology-driven company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Guildford, Surrey. It specializes in creating a commercial marketplace focused on energy buying and management, specifically designed for medium to large enterprises throughout the United Kingdom. The company offers an automated platform that streamlines the procurement process by managing energy contracts and providing clients with real-time price comparisons from various suppliers. This platform captures and stores essential data, simplifying reporting, forecasting, and portfolio management for energy buyers. By leveraging technology and expertise, Open Energy Market aims to empower clients with greater control and insight, helping them navigate the complexities of the evolving energy industry and develop effective, lasting energy strategies.

CityTaps is a technology company that provides prepaid water delivery services to utilities in developing countries. Its innovative solution comprises the world's only smart and prepaid water meter, along with billing software. This system enables utilities to become financially independent, allowing them to invest in infrastructure for at-home water service even for the poorest residents. Beneficiaries can use mobile money to prepay for running water via any mobile phone, at any time, and in any amount, improving their household budget. CityTaps' solution aims to dramatically enhance the lives of those without access to water in the home, potentially benefiting over a billion people worldwide.

Water Hero provides an IoT-based water management system for homes and businesses that monitors water flow in real time, detects leaks, and transmits data to a cloud network. The system notifies users and can automatically close valves during leakage to prevent damage. It delivers detailed usage insights and alerts and enables customers to monitor consumption and respond quickly. The company positions its solution for integration with insurers and water appliance manufacturers and markets the product through direct sales and trade channels.

AquaFresco is a company focused on transforming the cleaning market through its innovative wastewater recycling system, which addresses the substantial need for sustainable practices in laundry services. Founded in 2014 as a spin-off from the MIT MADMEC competition, AquaFresco has developed a patented technology that allows for the regeneration of laundry wastewater, significantly reducing water and detergent usage by up to 95%. The system is currently undergoing testing in three pilot hotels and three commercial laundry facilities, demonstrating its potential for widespread adoption. With full ownership of its intellectual property, AquaFresco has garnered recognition in the industry, including the MassChallenge Gold Award in 2015. The company is committed to completing product development and pilot testing within the next six months, further advancing its mission to bring this groundbreaking technology to market.

Blackburn Energy develops and manufactures RelGen, a vehicle electrification technology that converts the kinetic energy from a truck's drive shaft into electricity stored in a battery array to power truck subsystems such as electric APUs, liftgates, climate control, and sensors. The RelGen system, along with a 48V charging platform and anti-idling solutions, enables fleets to reduce fuel use, lower maintenance costs, and cut emissions by powering accessories without engine idle. The company promotes integrated systems including kinetic energy recovery, electric AC, and heat recovery, and serves commercial trucking fleets, liftgates and bucket service vehicles, and fleets supporting overnight accommodations and driver-assist features. Based in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Blackburn Energy was established in 2008 and has provided electrification solutions to large users including fleets associated with General Motors, AB InBev, and the US Marines.

Advizzo Limited is a London-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform focused on behavioral and data-driven solutions aimed at reducing water and energy consumption. Founded in 2015, the company leverages data analytics and machine learning to provide insights into utility consumption, forecast future demand, and detect leaks in household water systems. Advizzo's platform caters to both consumers and utility companies; it offers homeowners personalized usage reports and leak detection services while providing utilities with predictive analytic models, usage analytics, and customer engagement tools. By utilizing behavioral science, Advizzo aims to transform how individuals perceive and manage their water and energy usage, ultimately promoting the preservation of natural resources.

Loci Controls, Inc. specializes in developing and commercializing automated landfill gas collection systems. The company has created the Loci WellWatcher, which consists of wellhead-mounted hardware and a cloud-based monitoring platform that collects crucial data to enhance landfill gas production. Loci Controls provides real-time monitoring and control of gas composition, pressure, temperature, and flow, resulting in an increase in gas collection efficiency by 20% or more. The company aims to improve safety and reduce operational costs for landfill operators and energy utility customers across the United States. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Fall River, Massachusetts, Loci Controls combines innovative technology with field service personnel to optimize gas collection and mitigate environmental, health, and safety risks associated with landfill operations.

Founded in 2014, Energy Intelligence develops innovative technology that generates clean energy from the motion of vehicles at high-traffic locations. Its patented system captures waste energy from braking vehicles to produce cheap electricity onsite for local use, with projected levelized costs as low as 7 cents per kWh and payback periods ranging from 2 to 3 years.

Raja Systems specializes in providing electrification services for off-grid or poorly grid-connected locations. The company utilizes advanced software to generate load and electricity generation forecasts, optimizing the operation of hybrid power systems that typically combine diesel generators, solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, and batteries. By improving the coordination of these energy sources, Raja Systems enables clients in sectors such as architecture, hospitality, agriculture, real estate development, and telecommunications to significantly reduce operating costs by up to 50% and lower capital expenses by up to 10%. The company's innovative approach focuses on smart decision-making regarding energy resource utilization, particularly in reducing diesel consumption in remote power generation setups.

HydroConfidence is focused on supporting the natural gas extraction industry by offering tools and services aimed at maximizing gas production while minimizing environmental impact. The company is developing two main products: an aquifer monitoring system that employs a network of well-based sensors to detect methane migration, and a downhole monitoring system designed to provide data on gas flow and mechanical integrity. These innovations not only enhance the financial competitiveness of natural gas but also promote its environmental safety, contributing to a more sustainable approach in the sector.

LiquiGlide Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in the development of innovative liquid-impregnated coatings designed to facilitate the effortless movement of viscous liquids. As a pioneer in creating permanently wet slippery surfaces, LiquiGlide provides unique solutions that enhance the flow of liquids across various industries, including manufacturing, oil and gas, aviation, utilities, and food and beverage. The company's technology addresses the common challenges associated with moving thick liquids, offering a durable alternative that is unmatched in the market. LiquiGlide's products are utilized in diverse applications, ranging from health and beauty to household goods, making it a versatile player in the coatings industry.

Electric Pipeline Corporation has invented and is developing polymer insulated electric pipelines "elpipes" for transmission of 3-30 GW through a pair of underground HVDC lines. Elpipes fit inside a pipeline that is similar to a gas pipeline, or they may be installed at the surface on conventional or narrow gauge railroad tracks. The train like features of elpipes make them convenient to install and convenient to repair.

Emergent Energy (Pty) Ltd. specializes in providing renewable energy solutions, including both grid-tied and off-grid systems, sustainable building design, and energy efficiency consulting. Founded in 2010 and based in Cape Town, South Africa, the company caters to a diverse clientele across various sectors, such as information and communication technology, agriculture, hospitality, education, and government. Its offerings include tailored solar photovoltaic systems, wind and hydro solutions, and Energy Heat Pump installations, all designed to meet the unique challenges of different environments. Emergent Energy also supports clients with comprehensive technical guidance and monitoring solutions to track system performance and ensure efficient operation and maintenance. With a commitment to enhancing the sustainability of South Africa’s energy sector, the company draws on extensive local and international expertise to deliver innovative solutions that promote cleaner and more reliable energy systems.