National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation is an independent federal agency in the United States that funds and supports research and education in science and engineering. It funds fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering and administers non-dilutive funding programs to aid early‑stage technology development, helping translate discoveries into commercially viable products and services. Through grants and fellowships, the NSF supports researchers, educators, and startups, contributing to innovation and U.S. competitiveness. The agency operates with a substantial budget to advance science, engineering, and STEM education nationwide.

James Donlon

Program Director

Sean L. Jones

Assistant Director for Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Debasis Majumdar

Program Director

Graciela Narcho

Staff Associate

Sethuraman Panchanathan

Director

Past deals in CleanTech

Rubi Laboratories

Grant in 2024
Rubi Laboratories is a California-based company that specializes in the development of technology to manufacture carbon-negative textiles. The firm utilizes innovative sustainable solutions to convert carbon emissions into natural fibers, resulting in biodegradable textiles. Its technology directly synthesizes threads, providing a natural resource for the production of viscose that is carbon-negative, as well as being water-chemical, land-neutral, traceable, and environmentally friendly. Rubi Laboratories aims to address the environmental impact of textile manufacturing by offering a more sustainable alternative in the industry.

Piersica

Grant in 2024
Piersica is a battery technology company specializing in the development of safe, solid-state lithium-ion batteries. With proprietary technology, Piersica aims to double the energy density of conventional Li-ion batteries, primarily serving electric vehicle and utility markets.

Brightwater Tools

Grant in 2024
Brightwater Tools, headquartered in Vermont, is a woman-led startup specializing in sustainable sanitation solutions. The company has developed a unique, building-scale wastewater nutrient recovery system that transforms high-strength wastewater into natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer. This process not only reduces harmful algal blooms by minimizing nutrient discharge into waterways but also promotes a circular economy by recycling valuable resources. Brightwater Tools' system comprises three proprietary pieces of equipment, each facilitating key wastewater processes and available for individual or combined sale. The company aims to become a significant equipment provider in this industry, with a strong customer base expected as it completes prototype and beta testing.

Thiozen

Grant in 2024
Thiozen develops innovative hydrogen gas production technology aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its proprietary chemical process converts hydrogen sulfide into hydrogen gas, enabling clients to bypass carbon emissions associated with natural gas-based hydrogen production and avoid the high costs of electrolysis.

Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine

Grant in 2024
Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine, established in 2024, is an accelerator based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Its primary mission is to foster economic growth and regional competitiveness by promoting inclusivity and diversity in the development of sustainable, climate-resilient technologies. The company focuses on investing in and supporting innovative tech startups that align with these goals.

Agrology

Grant in 2023
Agrology is an agricultural technology company that provides real-time data and predictive insights to help growers measure and improve the ecological and agronomic effects of regenerative and sustainable farming practices. The company tracks soil health, microbial activity, carbon cycles, nitrous oxide emissions, net ecosystem exchange, and microclimatic conditions to help growers link regenerative practices to verified greenhouse gas reductions and ecological benefits, support soil carbon sequestration, and generate carbon credits. Its system is designed to help farmers resist and adapt to climate change while monitoring greenhouse gases and informing sustainable farming decisions.

The Engine

Grant in 2023
The Engine is an incubator and venture platform founded by MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts, launched in 2016. It provides startups with space, streamlined legalities, access to lab space and equipment, and connects to patient capital from investors who share a long-term vision. The Engine offers business planning guidance, enabling startups to move from concept to market quickly. It supports up to 60 locally based startups concurrently through a 12-month accelerator, taking less equity than typical programs to help founders retain control. It connects to MIT resources via the Engine Room, providing resources and expertise. It targets Tough Tech areas such as artificial intelligence, climate and energy, autonomous systems, robotics, biotech and life sciences, and advanced manufacturing, combining science, engineering, and leadership to accelerate path to market and impact.

WaiHome

Grant in 2023
WaiHome is a wastewater research and design company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, founded in 2021. It specializes in onsite wastewater treatment technology, focusing on providing affordable solutions for individuals. The company employs natural systems to deliver compact and effective treatment options that safeguard the environment while remaining cost-efficient. WaiHome's offerings include home water treatment systems, such as cesspools and septic tanks, aimed at simplifying access to reliable wastewater treatment services for its customers.

NearStar Fusion

Grant in 2023
NearStar Fusion is developing fusion power plants using a tritium-free pulsed impact fusion approach. The company leverages extensive experience with hypervelocity plasma railguns to simplify its power plant design, reducing development time and costs while improving reliability.

Cecilia

Grant in 2023
Cecilia is a startup addressing the global plastic waste crisis. It commercializes a modular microwave-based system that converts plastic waste into clean hydrogen and performance carbon, specifically carbon nanotubes (CNTs). This innovative process is highly energy-efficient and can achieve a carbon-neutral profile when powered by renewable electricity grids.

Sylvatex

Grant in 2022
Sylvatex, Inc. develops and scales a cathode manufacturing process for lithium-ion batteries to future-proof production, increasing flexibility in material composition, broadening the range of inputs, and aiming to lower costs, capital requirements, and the carbon footprint for electric vehicles and energy storage applications.

T-Omega Wind

Grant in 2022
T-Omega Wind is a pioneering developer of floating offshore wind turbines. Unlike traditional designs that fight against water movements, T-Omega's turbines are engineered to ride on top of waves, minimizing resistance and maximizing efficiency. Their innovative structure features a rotor held firmly on both sides, aligned with the wind direction, and can be towed for easy deployment, facilitating global clean energy expansion.

Octet Scientific

Grant in 2022
Octet Scientific produces organic electrolyte chemicals, notably its OctoLyte products. These enhance efficiency and extend cycle life for batteries, particularly in emerging markets such as grid storage, data centers/AI, and small mobility.

Brightwater Tools

Grant in 2022
Brightwater Tools, headquartered in Vermont, is a woman-led startup specializing in sustainable sanitation solutions. The company has developed a unique, building-scale wastewater nutrient recovery system that transforms high-strength wastewater into natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer. This process not only reduces harmful algal blooms by minimizing nutrient discharge into waterways but also promotes a circular economy by recycling valuable resources. Brightwater Tools' system comprises three proprietary pieces of equipment, each facilitating key wastewater processes and available for individual or combined sale. The company aims to become a significant equipment provider in this industry, with a strong customer base expected as it completes prototype and beta testing.

Landsdowne

Grant in 2022
Landsdowne specializes in developing and commercializing innovative battery technology. Their primary product is a safety-focused solution designed to deactivate button batteries following accidental ingestion, aiming to mitigate the growing health crisis associated with these batteries.

Ecoclosure

Grant in 2022
Ecoclosure, founded in 2019 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in regenerable building enclosures suitable for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. The company focuses on developing technology that enhances indoor air quality while reducing energy consumption in buildings. Its innovative designs incorporate monitoring and automation features tailored to various building programs, climate zones, and orientations. By implementing these regenerable enclosures, Ecoclosure aims to create healthier indoor environments that prioritize occupant well-being and ensure revitalized air quality.

The Emerald Tutu

Grant in 2022
The Emerald Tutu is a company focused on developing floating landscape infrastructure aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change. It designs and creates an interconnected system of fibrous floating mats that are infused with biomatter, which serve to absorb and transfer energy across the network. This innovative infrastructure is intended to reduce flooding onshore and protect coastal areas from extreme weather events, thereby enhancing the usability and safety of waterfront amenities. The Emerald Tutu's solutions address environmental challenges while promoting sustainable development in vulnerable coastal regions.

Sunchem

Grant in 2022
Sunchem specializes in the development of environmentally sustainable nano filters designed for waste and wastewater management. The company's innovative technology focuses on the selective capture of metals from complex water mixtures, offering a superior alternative to existing separation methods. Targeting high-value markets such as water purification, energy, and critical metal extraction, Sunchem's solutions enable industries to enhance water quality in a cost-effective and energy-efficient manner. Additionally, these filters allow clients to derive value from their waste streams, thereby promoting both economic and environmental benefits.

Aesir Technologies

Grant in 2022
Æsir Technologies focuses on the development and commercialization of advanced Nickel-Zinc (Ni-Zn) battery technologies that offer a sustainable and non-toxic alternative to traditional lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries. Incorporated in 2011, the company operates a research and development facility in Bozeman, Montana, and a low-rate initial production facility in Joplin, Missouri. Æsir's innovative battery solutions are designed to meet the needs of various sectors, including trucking, marine, telecommunications, and industrial storage applications, while ensuring that the materials used are easily recyclable and safe for the environment.

PolyGone Systems

Grant in 2022
PolyGone Systems is a cleantech company that removes microplastic pollutants from waterways. PolyGone Systems was founded in 2021.

Aqua Science

Grant in 2022
Aqua Science offers a global platform of technologies and fast and reliable solutions for the testing and treatment of water. They provide research and development, custom reagent and kit manufacture, product assembly, lyophilization services, and contract manufacturing services.

MFNS

Grant in 2022
MFNS specializes in industrial water treatment. It offers consulting services for oil and contaminant separation, and develops custom OHM membranes or sponges tailored to specific industry needs.

Birch Biosciences

Grant in 2022
Birch Biosciences develops a proprietary platform that uses artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and high-throughput screening techniques to engineer enzymes. These enzymes efficiently break down plastic in a recycling process, producing virgin-quality, sustainable, and cost-competitive recycled outputs. This enables a circular plastics economy.

Arctura

Grant in 2022
Arctura specializes in developing innovative wind energy solutions. It aims to enhance sustainability, affordability, and accessibility of energy through technological advancements.

Paradigm of New York

Grant in 2022
Paradigm of New York designs and manufactures pollution control devices for diesel and gasoline engines. Paradigm's customers save money on diesel fuel and engine maintenance and improve their productivity. Paradigm was founded to provide unique pollution control devices for the diesel engine industry. Diesel engines are used worldwide as the workhorse of transportation, construction, mining, industry, marine, and agriculture. While diesel engines provide the ultimate in performance and longevity, they are inherently dirty engines resulting in two sets of problems. First, their exhaust gases contain hazardous pollutants such as CO, NOx, and carbon particulate matter (PM) or soot which are associated with childhood asthma, respiratory disease, cancer, emphysema, and cardiovascular disease. Secondly, complicated pollution control systems and devices are required by the EPA to control these hazardous pollutants. These systems and devices are expensive to operate and maintain and they use more diesel fuel. Paradigm technology reduces PM soot in the exhaust. As a result, Paradigm's customers can use their engines with reduced pollution while saving money on maintenance, saving money on diesel fuel, and improving their engine productivity.

TEVERRA

Grant in 2022
TEVERRA is a clean energy technology company focused on providing innovative subsurface solutions aimed at optimizing carbon storage and energy storage. The company specializes in converting oil and gas assets into geothermal resources and offers a range of services, including the design of geothermal systems and power plants. Additionally, TEVERRA provides subsurface monitoring, visualization, and control for both geothermal and oil and gas operations. Through the development of advanced technology and consulting services, TEVERRA is dedicated to supporting international projects that contribute to a low-carbon and sustainable energy mix.

Moka Blox

Grant in 2022
Moka Blox is a provider of innovative blockchain solutions focused on reducing the carbon footprint associated with blockchain technology. The company offers a framework designed to enhance security and scalability while minimizing environmental impact. Moka Blox enables organizations to easily set up and utilize private blockchain networks across various cloud-based platforms, making it accessible for businesses to integrate blockchain technology into their operations with minimal effort. By addressing the challenges of high energy consumption typically associated with blockchain applications, Moka Blox aims to facilitate a more sustainable approach to digital transformation for companies looking to leverage the benefits of blockchain.

Re-Synth International

Grant in 2022
Re-Synth International is a developer of advanced environmental technologies focused on enhancing fuel efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. The company utilizes patented methods to eliminate contaminants from hydrocarbon fuels, significantly reducing the cost of clean fuel without generating harmful by-products or altering fuel viscosity. By improving the quality and efficiency of fuel, Re-Synth International enables users to lower their fuel consumption and overall carbon footprint, contributing to more sustainable energy practices.

Torre Space and Power Systems

Grant in 2022
Torre Space and Power Systems specializes in developing innovative electrical power generation technologies for spacecraft, orbiting platforms, and planetary bases. The company leverages magnetohydrodynamics, a scientific principle that harnesses the high-energy ionized plasma emitted by the sun. This cutting-edge approach enables efficient energy production in space, providing critical insights and solutions for various governmental and commercial space applications. Through its advancements, Torre aims to enhance the sustainability and functionality of space missions, supporting a new era of exploration and development beyond Earth.

Ladon Robotics

Grant in 2022
Ladon Robotics is a company focused on revolutionizing the cargo shipping industry through the development of autonomous cargo ships powered by wind and solar energy. By integrating advanced solar cells into wingsails, Ladon Robotics enhances the efficiency of its vessels, allowing them to harness natural energy for propulsion and operational needs. This innovative approach enables the ships to operate autonomously, significantly reducing reliance on fuel and labor costs. With the capability to sail multiple times a day, these vessels offer a reliable and sustainable alternative to conventional cargo ships, promoting a more eco-friendly logistics solution.

HardShell Labs

Grant in 2022
Hardshell Labs focuses on developing innovative, internet-controlled devices aimed at environmental conservation and wildlife protection. The company creates a network of remotely operable, artificial intelligence-enhanced rovers designed to deter bird pests from agricultural crops and various facilities, thereby minimizing avian damage. These devices are particularly valuable in protecting crops from ravens and crows, as well as in mitigating infestations at landfills and composting sites. Hardshell Labs also conducts predation research on endangered juvenile desert tortoises, assessing threats posed by avian predators, and engages in laser research for agricultural applications. Through these initiatives, the company provides humane and commercially viable solutions to wildlife management challenges, supporting both environmental conservation and agricultural productivity.

PureBiomass

Grant in 2022
PureBiomass specializes in sustainable algae cultivation systems, offering innovative solutions that include waste water remediation, live feeds for shellfish, and omega-3 production. The company has developed a photo-bioreactor system designed to optimize algae growth, featuring a metal support cage, a plastic bladder for culture volume, and a sterile harvest apparatus for efficient collection of pre-concentrated culture. This system incorporates pH and temperature control options, allowing production facilities to minimize water consumption and reduce their carbon footprint. Through these services, PureBiomass aims to support sustainable fish production while contributing to environmental conservation efforts.

WaveArray

Grant in 2022
WaveArray, established in 2017 and based in Naples, Florida, specializes in developing an electronic technology platform aimed at preventing biofouling, a process where marine organisms attach themselves to submerged structures. The company's innovative solution generates microbubbles on the surface of submerged objects, creating a protective barrier that discourages the attachment of hard shell crustaceans and algae, thus eliminating the need for toxic antifouling paints. This eco-friendly approach promotes marine sustainability while enhancing operational efficiency for users in industries such as shipping and aquaculture.

NextGen Battery Technologies

Grant in 2022
NextGen Battery Technologies develops advanced battery solutions. It specializes in proprietary solid-state electrolyte and cobalt-free cathode technology, aiming to facilitate large-scale electric vehicle adoption.

KineticCore Solutions

Grant in 2022
Founded in Loveland, Colorado, KineticCore Solutions specializes in manufacturing innovative energy storage systems. Its flagship product is an all-composite structural battery designed for modular, utility-scale use, offering a safe and sustainable solution with no hazardous materials.

Ocean

Grant in 2022
Eco-Shelter is a social enterprise founded in 2017 by Alexa Bednar, based in Seattle, Washington. The company focuses on providing safe and affordable roofing solutions for low-income households in India. It specializes in sustainable building materials, offering an eco-roof panel made from resin-coated bamboo mats. These panels are pressed and sealed to create a strong, lightweight, water-resistant, and flame-resistant roofing option. Through its innovative products, Eco-Shelter aims to improve living conditions for underprivileged communities by delivering accessible and environmentally friendly building solutions.

AM Batteries

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2016, AM Batteries specializes in the manufacture of Li-ion batteries using solvent-free electrode technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance energy efficiency, enable faster charging, and reduce production costs.

Nth Cycle

Grant in 2022
Nth Cycle is a company specializing in metal processing technology. It collaborates with battery recyclers and miners to recover critical minerals from electronic waste and low-grade mine tailings using its proprietary electro-extraction method, offering an alternative to traditional hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy processes.

SkyNano

Grant in 2022
SkyNano is a science-based technology company dedicated to commercializing solutions that address carbon pollution. The firm develops innovative carbon materials that utilize carbon emissions as a feedstock for manufacturing functional materials. Leveraging proprietary electrochemistry, SkyNano offers a low-cost, scalable, and sustainable approach to producing advanced carbon materials suitable for various applications. By transforming carbon emissions into valuable products, the company aims to help clients mitigate the adverse effects of climate change.

Boron Nitride Power

Grant in 2022
Boron Nitride Power specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced battery materials, particularly focusing on functionalized hexagonal boron nitride and graphene. The company aims to enhance electrochemical energy storage systems by providing materials that offer high energy and power density while ensuring thermal stability. Their innovations improve upon traditional graphene oxide cathodes, making them more effective and environmentally friendly. By leveraging these functionalized 2D materials, Boron Nitride Power addresses the growing demand for high-performance batteries, catering to industries that require reliable and efficient energy storage solutions.

NanoFlex Power

Grant in 2022
NanoFlex Power Corporation is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based company that specializes in the research, development, commercialization, and licensing of advanced photovoltaic technologies, particularly focusing on thin-film solar products. Established in 1994, the company holds a global license to sublicense intellectual property from its sponsored research programs, resulting in a robust portfolio of issued and pending patents in the United States and internationally. Its innovative technologies include Gallium Arsenide-based solar thin films and organic photovoltaic materials designed for ultra-thin applications. These advancements enable various uses, such as portable and off-grid power generation, building-integrated photovoltaics, semi-transparent solar glazing for windows, and solar films for automobiles and consumer electronics. NanoFlex Power aims to provide high-performance solutions that are lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective, thereby enhancing the accessibility and versatility of solar energy applications across multiple sectors.

Sequoia Scientific

Grant in 2021
Sequoia Scientific provides technologies for submersible and field measurements of particles and particle size distributions.

Lepidext

Grant in 2021
Lepidext is a company based in Lexington, Kentucky, founded in 2015 by Angelika Fath-Goodin and Bruce Webb. It specializes in pest control technology aimed at managing Lepidoptera populations, particularly targeting pests like the corn earworm. The company develops bio-pesticides that are species-specific, safe, and effective, providing an alternative to genetically modified plants and chemical pesticides. By leveraging a deep understanding of insect biology and collaborating closely with farmers, Lepidext seeks to enhance crop security and promote agricultural prosperity. Its innovative approach allows for improved pest management strategies, benefiting farmers and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.

ChloBis Water

Grant in 2021
ChloBis Water is a manufacturer of advanced electrochemical technologies focused on providing innovative solutions for desalination and energy storage. The company has developed a desalination battery that integrates energy storage with the removal of sodium and chloride from water. This technology utilizes bi-metallic electrodes, specifically combining bismuth for chloride storage and sodium for energy storage, to facilitate the efficient extraction of salt from seawater while simultaneously generating and releasing energy. By addressing the critical challenges at the intersection of water and energy, ChloBis Water enables clients to access a more sustainable and energy-efficient approach to water desalination and selective chloride removal.

Alloy Enterprises

Grant in 2021
Alloy Enterprises is a Somerville, Massachusetts-based developer of 3D printing technologies and industrial-engineered products aimed at reducing inefficiencies in conventional manufacturing. The company has developed an aluminum additive technology that enables dense, low-cost parts without relying on expensive or hazardous powders, addressing limitations in traditional methods and supporting advances in lightweight components and emissions reduction.

Rubi Laboratories

Grant in 2021
Rubi Laboratories is a California-based company that specializes in the development of technology to manufacture carbon-negative textiles. The firm utilizes innovative sustainable solutions to convert carbon emissions into natural fibers, resulting in biodegradable textiles. Its technology directly synthesizes threads, providing a natural resource for the production of viscose that is carbon-negative, as well as being water-chemical, land-neutral, traceable, and environmentally friendly. Rubi Laboratories aims to address the environmental impact of textile manufacturing by offering a more sustainable alternative in the industry.

Tibbar Plasma Technologies

Grant in 2021
Tibbar Plasma Technologies develops a plasma heat engine for efficient fusion energy production. The company's headquarters are in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

RanchCheck

Grant in 2021
RanchCheck is a technology company that specializes in developing sensor equipment aimed at enhancing ranch management. Its innovative solutions focus on tank monitoring and pump control, allowing ranchers to conserve water and fuel while saving time and reducing vehicle maintenance. By enabling the early detection of water-related issues, RanchCheck's technology provides ranchers with greater peace of mind. This remote monitoring capability facilitates effective oversight of ranch activities and resources, ultimately supporting the efficient operation of ranching enterprises.

Frost Defense

Grant in 2021
FrostDefense, founded in 2018 and based in Champaign, Illinois, specializes in developing innovative frost protection solutions. The company focuses on creating environmentally friendly biofertilizers and patented sprayable compounds designed to combat early spring frost, particularly in vineyards and specialty fruit crops. By offering these frost protection products, FrostDefense aims to help vineyard owners prevent frost damage, thereby enhancing crop yield and improving labor management and mechanized farming operations.

Two Bears Environmental Consulting

Grant in 2021
Two Bears Environmental Consulting, founded in 2015 and based in Anchorage, Alaska, specializes in providing environmental services that assess the impact of climate change on various projects. The company offers climate impact statements that evaluate how projected climatic conditions might affect these initiatives. Additionally, Two Bears assists clients in accessing grants from different levels of government and organizations. The firm also provides unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services, including drone-based data collection, which helps companies ensure regulatory compliance and promote sustainable practices.

Emerging Futures

Grant in 2021
Emerging Futures is a research and analysis consultancy focused on climate change mitigation and the commercial expansion of humanity into space. The firm provides forward-looking research and analysis on technology developments with the promise of a positive future, using deep subject matter expertise to understand, characterize, and forecast potential futures. Its work helps clients transform economic systems and advance humanity's presence in the solar system.

OXbyEL Technologies

Grant in 2021
OXbyEL Technologies develops innovative water treatment solutions. Its proprietary TOF Electrolyzer technology uses electricity to safely and efficiently eliminate emerging contaminants like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water and wastewater, offering a scalable and low-cost alternative for municipalities and industries.

Thiozen

Grant in 2021
Thiozen develops innovative hydrogen gas production technology aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its proprietary chemical process converts hydrogen sulfide into hydrogen gas, enabling clients to bypass carbon emissions associated with natural gas-based hydrogen production and avoid the high costs of electrolysis.

Volexion

Grant in 2021
Founded in Chicago, Illinois in 2018, Volexion specializes in manufacturing lithium ion batteries. Its proprietary graphene coating technology enhances conventional lithium-ion batteries, offering clients improved battery life, power performance, and a wider temperature and voltage range.

SuperClean Glass

Grant in 2021
SuperClean Glass develops self-cleaning solar panel technology that uses proprietary electrodes to generate electric fields that sweep dust from panels. The system is designed for utility-scale solar installations in desert regions, aiming to boost energy production while reducing maintenance costs and conserving water by minimizing cleaning needs.

Uncaged Innovations

Grant in 2021
Uncaged Innovations develops sustainable alternatives to animal skin products. They create bio-based leather using plant materials and proprietary processing techniques, serving industries such as luxury fashion and automotives.

Beyond The Dome

Grant in 2021
Beyond The Dome is a developer of wastewater treatment systems that aim to provide clean water and improve waste management by destroying organic compounds, including hard-to-degrade substances such as PFAS, microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and other wet wastes. The company offers small turnkey systems with high throughput and specializes in supercritical water oxidation to destroy biosolids, sludge, and hazardous organic contaminants, enabling climate-friendly waste management for firms dealing with chemically contaminated waste.

NoMIS Power

Grant in 2021
NoMIS Power specializes in manufacturing silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor devices and innovative packaging architectures. They offer technical consulting, SiC design services, and research & development capabilities to the electronics industry.

CrossLink Composites

Grant in 2021
CrossLink Composites, founded in 2017 and based in Harriman, Tennessee, specializes in the development of proprietary carbon fiber technology. The company focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance carbon fiber and composites tailored for a variety of industrial applications, including cleantech, automotive, wind energy, and civil infrastructure. By emphasizing high-volume production, CrossLink Composites aims to provide customized carbon fiber solutions that meet the specific needs of its customers, thereby enhancing performance across diverse sectors.

SubUAS

Grant in 2021
SubUAS specializes in the development of unmanned aerial and underwater vehicles designed for challenging environmental conditions. These vehicles are capable of operating in rough weather and strong underwater currents, making them suitable for a variety of applications. Each vehicle can be equipped with a customized suite of sensors tailored to specific missions, allowing clients to efficiently conduct inspection, reconnaissance, and payload delivery tasks. By leveraging advanced technology, SubUAS aims to provide cost-effective solutions that enhance operational effectiveness for its clients.

AvantGuard

Grant in 2021
AvantGuard creats innovative solutions that manage surfaces and provide long-term protection against viruses, bacteria, and fungi/mold, in a variety of applications.

HeXalayer

Grant in 2021
HeXalayer, based in Louisville, Kentucky, develops graphene-based materials and carbon composites to enhance the capacity and performance of lithium-ion batteries. The company's nanomaterials-based technology centers on IML Graphene, a carbon material intended to improve energy storage in rechargeable batteries. It offers rotated multilayer graphene in powder and foil forms, as well as three-dimensional graphene materials and product options for research and development, enabling clients to access graphene materials with higher energy capacity for battery research, energy storage projects, and laboratory experiments.

Valgotech

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2018, Valgotech is a technology company based in Fishers, Indiana. It specializes in advanced materials and energy storage systems, aiming to make energy consumption more sustainable and affordable.

Minerva Lithium

Grant in 2021
Minerva Lithium, founded in 2020 in Greensboro, North Carolina, focuses on advancing critical mineral extraction technologies. The company has developed a proprietary nano mosaic membrane filter system that enhances the extraction of lithium from non-traditional water resources. This innovative approach aims to improve lithium recovery rates and support the clean energy sector, as well as the automotive and technology industries, by providing high-grade pure minerals essential for various applications. In addition to boosting lithium availability, Minerva's methods also facilitate the recovery of usable water, contributing to sustainable practices in mineral extraction.

Swift Solar

Grant in 2021
Swift Solar is a solar technology company that designs and manufactures lightweight solar panels and systems for aerospace, automotive, and building applications. Founded in 2017 and based in San Carlos, California, with a facility in Golden, Colorado, the company focuses on perovskite solar cell technology to deliver higher efficiency and lower costs. Its approach involves ultra-thin perovskite films and tandem cell architectures that capture different parts of the solar spectrum to improve conversion efficiency while reducing weight. Swift Solar emphasizes domestic manufacturing to support scalable production and aims to advance photovoltaic solutions suitable for demanding environments and large-scale deployment.

SunDensity

Grant in 2021
SunDensity Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the research, design, and development of innovative Photonic Smart Coating (PSC™) technology. Established in 2016, the company focuses on enhancing efficiencies in photonics through the up and down conversion of light wavelengths, addressing various inefficiencies in the field. SunDensity's PSC™ technology is designed to lower electricity costs generated by solar photovoltaic applications, optimize the thermal and optical properties of architectural glass, and improve the quantum efficiency of optoelectronic instruments. The company also maintains an office in Rochester, New York, where it continues to advance its groundbreaking technologies.

Lelantos

Grant in 2021
Lelantos develops IoT-compatible gas sensors using MEMS resonator arrays on CMOS silicon microchips. These sensors consume less power and cost less than current technologies, offering superior detection performance for applications such as threat detection, industrial safety, environmental monitoring, and medical diagnostics.

Godwit Key Company

Grant in 2021
Godwit Key Company specializes in environmental services aimed at combating biodiversity loss. The company offers data-driven insights that empower governments, businesses, organizations, and individuals to address environmental challenges effectively. By providing tools and resources, Godwit Key enables clients to identify recurring issues and global support gaps related to biodiversity. Through rigorous research and analysis, the company facilitates informed decision-making, fostering real change in environmental conservation efforts.

SIEV

Grant in 2021
SIEV Technologies is a company based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, established in 2020. It specializes in developing catalytic membrane technology designed to convert biomass waste into valuable bio-products. The company's innovative approach utilizes a tunable catalyst that replicates the function of natural enzymes, offering high selectivity and conversion rates while maintaining efficiency at elevated temperatures. This technology allows clients to harness a diverse range of biomass sources, facilitating the production of sustainable chemicals and contributing to environmental sustainability.

Zeteo Tech

Grant in 2021
Zeteo Tech LLC is a defense technology company that specializes in researching, developing, and commercializing innovative solutions for national security and biodefense applications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Zeteo Tech focuses on countering unconventional threats through advanced technologies in applied chemical and biological sciences, high-performance distributed sensor systems, and biological mass spectrometry. The company develops a range of products, including instruments for assessing toxins, air and water purification systems, and technologies for remote detection and decontamination. Zeteo Tech serves a diverse clientele, including government agencies and private companies in the United States, leveraging a wide network of affiliates to facilitate prototyping and deployment of its solutions. Its innovations aim to enhance the detection and response capabilities in operational environments, particularly in identifying bio-threats and infectious diseases.

CryoDesalination

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2012, CryoDesalination develops an innovative water treatment technology designed to separate water from salts, heavy metals, and minerals. Utilizing cold waste energy from industrial sources, the process enables seawater desalination, industrial wastewater treatment, and mineral recovery from brines, all while reducing environmental impact and lowering costs.

Cypris Materials

Grant in 2021
Cypris Materials develops sustainable color solutions through a structural coating platform that enables tunable color effects using non-toxic, plant-based materials. The company manufactures and distributes metal-free colors and heat-reflective coatings suitable for roofing retrofit projects in residential and commercial buildings, targeting applications across paints, coatings, and packaging. The approach emphasizes environmentally friendly color options and product versatility for manufacturers seeking sustainable color solutions.

Susteon

Grant in 2021
Susteon is a company focused on developing innovative energy transition technologies aimed at addressing environmental challenges. It specializes in direct air capture (DAC) technology, which captures carbon dioxide directly from high-emission sources. Susteon’s proprietary Dual-Functional Materials (DFM) not only capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere but also convert it into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). This capability allows clients to produce various fuels, including diesel and aviation fuel, from the captured carbon dioxide. Through its projects, including support from the Department of Energy, Susteon is committed to advancing sustainable solutions for carbon management and fuel production.

Biko Biolabs

Grant in 2021
Biko Biolabs is a research company founded in 2020 in Somerville, Massachusetts, that explores the intersection of plastic waste and regenerative agriculture. The organization develops biodegradable alternatives to non‑recyclable plastics, investigates the environmental impact of microplastics, and employs fungi‑based processes to upcycle textile waste. Its work supports circular economy practices and seeks to enhance sustainability and self‑sufficiency for traditionally marginalized communities.

Green Light Labs

Grant in 2021
Green Light Labs is a San Jose-based technology company founded in 2017 that develops software enabling virtual test drives and vehicle comparison tools. Its platform measures the cost of mobility, analyzes users’ driving trips, and calculates potential savings and electric range for different vehicles. By providing data-driven recommendations and a marketing framework, the company helps organizations reduce operating costs, improve employee retention, and lower CO2 emissions while encouraging consumers to switch to electric vehicles.

Andluca

Grant in 2021
Andluca, established in 2017 as a spinout from Princeton University, specializes in developing innovative smart glass and window products powered by UV light and solar energy. Headquartered in New York with operations in California, the company's advanced materials and embedded systems enable windows to respond intelligently to their environment, reducing energy consumption in buildings and homes. By partnering with window manufacturers, Andluca offers a range of smart glass solutions that can be installed like standard windows, lowering costs, time, and embodied carbon compared to traditional smart window installation methods.

Intellerce

Grant in 2021
Intellerce is a San Diego-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in developing a video streaming platform aimed at significantly lowering the costs associated with streaming video-on-demand content. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to minimize the reliance on data centers and Content Distribution Networks, resulting in reduced streaming expenses and decreased energy consumption. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of video delivery but also contributes to lowering the carbon footprint of cloud computing infrastructures. By focusing on cost-effective and sustainable solutions, Intellerce enables video companies to provide an exceptional streaming experience to their users.

AdvanceH20

Grant in 2021
AdvanceH2O is a developer of an online platform that specializes in water treatment solutions applicable to both small systems and utility-scale plants. The company aims to enhance global water management by providing advanced water purification technology and next-generation monitoring and data informatics platforms. These tools improve the reliability and predictability of water treatment alternatives, enabling clients to adopt innovative methods that prevent environmental and health crises linked to ineffective water treatment practices. By focusing on these goals, AdvanceH2O seeks to address critical challenges in water management and ensure safer, more efficient water treatment processes.

Novel Farms

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Novel Farms, Inc. is a Berkeley, California-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in the production of cell-based meat delicacies. It focuses on developing cruelty-free, low-cost, and tunable bioscaffolds through microbial fermentation and proprietary tissue engineering technology. The company's mission is to create gourmet meat alternatives that replicate the taste and texture of conventional meats, appealing to a new generation of conscious consumers. By producing whole-muscle cuts of cultivated meat, Novel Farms aims to make synthetic meat-based delicacies accessible and desirable, transforming the consumption of cell-based meat into a sought-after culinary experience.

WaiHome

Grant in 2021
WaiHome is a wastewater research and design company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, founded in 2021. It specializes in onsite wastewater treatment technology, focusing on providing affordable solutions for individuals. The company employs natural systems to deliver compact and effective treatment options that safeguard the environment while remaining cost-efficient. WaiHome's offerings include home water treatment systems, such as cesspools and septic tanks, aimed at simplifying access to reliable wastewater treatment services for its customers.

Phoenix Waste Solutions

Grant in 2021
Phoenix Waste Solutions develops technology for waste disposal machines that are pollution-free and fuel-free. Founded in 2019 and based in Chauvin, Louisiana, the company provides advanced solutions for waste disposal and plastic pollution. Its patented ion generator operates at a molecular level to suppress pollution without external fuel, enabling a decentralized waste management system that lowers costs and reduces the carbon footprint of the industry.

Novel Farms

Grant in 2021
Novel Farms, Inc. is a Berkeley, California-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in the production of cell-based meat delicacies. It focuses on developing cruelty-free, low-cost, and tunable bioscaffolds through microbial fermentation and proprietary tissue engineering technology. The company's mission is to create gourmet meat alternatives that replicate the taste and texture of conventional meats, appealing to a new generation of conscious consumers. By producing whole-muscle cuts of cultivated meat, Novel Farms aims to make synthetic meat-based delicacies accessible and desirable, transforming the consumption of cell-based meat into a sought-after culinary experience.

Eonix

Grant in 2021
Eonix develops a semi-autonomous materials research and development platform called ATLAS that streamlines the design of lithium-ion battery materials. The system aims to cut development time and costs by accelerating discovery of compounds and electrolyte formulations that enable higher energy density and voltage operation. The company targets applications across electric vehicles, grid storage, and defense-related energy storage, seeking to address market barriers and support the adoption of clean tech solutions. Through rapid material design, Eonix seeks to deliver electrolyte solutions that enhance performance for next-generation energy storage technologies.

Desert Valley Tech

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2018, Desert Valley Tech specializes in developing advanced cold chain storage systems. These systems maintain precise temperatures for blood, pharmaceuticals, biologics, organs, and other sensitive items, optimizing power consumption and offering customizable modular storage solutions. This enables improved patient outcomes, particularly in challenging medical environments.

Engineering Technologies

Grant in 2021
Engineering Technologies provides E-Bin, which encourages recycling, then developed Platypus to produce energy from the ocean and is now working on the Platypus Prowler, an AUV that travels indefinitely under the sea. They released a mobile app, E-Bin, which encourages recycling.

Corrolytics

Grant in 2021
Corrolytics develops electrochemical testing kits for corrosion engineers and pipeline operators in the oil and gas sector. The kits integrate with existing sampling and operations workflows and provide real-time measurements of corrosion, including differentiation between microbiologically influenced corrosion and other corrosion types. By enabling early detection and targeted mitigation, the technology helps prevent damage to pipelines, enhances safety, and reduces the need for biocidal and chemical treatments. This can lower replacement costs and decrease the risk of catastrophic spills or injuries.

Sperra

Grant in 2021
Sperra specializes in innovative long-duration energy storage solutions. Their flagship product, M-PHES, utilizes multiple large hollow concrete spheres on the seafloor to store mechanical energy as pressure, supporting high renewable energy generation and expanding potential deployment areas.

Repela

Grant in 2021
Repela Tech specializes in developing eco-friendly antifouling marine coatings designed to prevent biofouling on ships without the toxic effects associated with conventional copper-based paints. The company's innovative approach involves creating hydrogel coatings and custom-engineered primers that effectively resist a variety of marine micro and macro-organisms, including Ulva zoospores, diatoms, and mussels. This technology offers an environmentally safe alternative to traditional antifouling methods, providing clients with effective solutions for maintaining their vessels while minimizing environmental impact.

Cruz Foam

Seed Round in 2021
Cruz Foam, Inc. is a Santa Cruz, California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in manufacturing structural foams from chitin, a biopolymer derived from shrimp shells. The company addresses the global plastic pollution crisis by providing bio-benign foam solutions that serve as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based foams. Cruz Foam's products are designed for a variety of applications, including consumer packaging, consumer electronics, automotive, and business-to-business packaging. By utilizing naturally sourced biopolymers, the company creates scalable and compostable materials that can be integrated into existing supply chains at competitive costs. Cruz Foam collaborates with key industry leaders across various sectors, including consumer electronics, appliances, shipping, and consumer packaged goods, to promote sustainable practices and contribute to a cleaner environment.

Margik

Grant in 2021
Margik specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of organic electronic devices, focusing on sustainable lighting technology. They offer customizable, recyclable organic light stickers and business cards that enhance brand visibility while reducing environmental impact.

Recurrent

Grant in 2021
Recurrent Motors, Inc. specializes in analyzing electric vehicle (EV) batteries and providing detailed reports that assist car dealers and private buyers in purchasing used electric cars. Founded in 2020 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers tools that assess battery health, life expectancy, and current maximum range of EVs, addressing the complexities involved in understanding these factors as vehicles age. By delivering non-invasive tests and leveraging a national database of vehicle data and history, Recurrent enables informed decision-making for both dealers and consumers. Additionally, the company provides personalized monthly battery analyses for EV owners, enhancing their understanding of their vehicles' performance over time.

RePurpose Energy

Grant in 2021
RePurpose Energy is a company that specializes in developing sustainable energy storage systems utilizing recycled electric vehicle (EV) batteries. By repurposing battery waste, the company enhances the value of these batteries while promoting resilience and sustainability within battery supply chains. RePurpose Energy provides innovative hardware and software solutions that monitor and manage critical factors such as temperature, charge, and balance, thereby addressing the complexities associated with second-life energy storage. Through its efforts, the company supports the global transition to renewable energy by creating effective and eco-friendly energy storage options.

Active Energy Systems

Grant in 2021
Active Energy Systems is leveraging its scientific expertise to develop and market an improved form of ice thermal energy storage. The company's headquarters are in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Syzygy Plasmonics

Grant in 2021
Syzygy Plasmonics, Inc. is a Houston-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of photocatalytic reactor systems for industrial chemical reactions. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating reactors that facilitate the generation of fuel cell quality hydrogen from ammonia, specifically for small-to-medium-scale applications. These advanced reactors operate at significantly lower temperatures than traditional chemical reactors, allowing for reduced maintenance costs and the ability to quickly start or stop production. By utilizing light as an energy source, Syzygy Plasmonics enables the integration of renewable electricity into chemical manufacturing, contributing to the decarbonization of various industries and supporting the on-site production of ultra-low-cost hydrogen gas for fuel cell vehicles.

Cruz Foam

Grant in 2021
Cruz Foam, Inc. is a Santa Cruz, California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in manufacturing structural foams from chitin, a biopolymer derived from shrimp shells. The company addresses the global plastic pollution crisis by providing bio-benign foam solutions that serve as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based foams. Cruz Foam's products are designed for a variety of applications, including consumer packaging, consumer electronics, automotive, and business-to-business packaging. By utilizing naturally sourced biopolymers, the company creates scalable and compostable materials that can be integrated into existing supply chains at competitive costs. Cruz Foam collaborates with key industry leaders across various sectors, including consumer electronics, appliances, shipping, and consumer packaged goods, to promote sustainable practices and contribute to a cleaner environment.

Rebel Research

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2020 and based in Torrance, California, Rebel Research specializes in developing innovative technologies to tackle challenges in energy and the environment. The company operates an environmental technology laboratory, providing service assistance to clients aiming to contribute to a sustainable society.

Jet-Set Offset

Grant in 2021
Jet-Set Offset is a donation-based carbon-offsetting platform focused on air travel, providing a consumer-friendly alternative to conventional carbon marketplaces. The company enables travelers and businesses to automatically contribute to environmental nonprofit organizations by donating one cent per mile for every flight taken. This innovative approach not only raises awareness of the environmental impact of air travel but also motivates eco-conscious individuals and companies to support local climate solutions. Jet-Set Offset partners with nonprofits engaged in various initiatives, including certified carbon offset projects, advocacy, education, renewable energy, reforestation, and conservation efforts. Through its platform, Jet-Set Offset connects travelers concerned about climate change with opportunities to make a positive impact every time they fly.

CelluDot

Grant in 2021
CelluDot is a biotechnology company developing innovative suspension and emulsion technologies. Its core platform aims to tackle agrochemical drift, offering farmers an affordable and effective adjuvant that minimizes vapor and particle drift of herbicides like dicamba.

Caribou Biofuels

Grant in 2021
Caribou Biofuels manufactures biofuels for the conversion of biomass into fuels. The company was established in 2017 and is based in Modesto, California.

Benchmark Labs

Grant in 2021
Benchmark Labs is a San Francisco-based company specializing in AI-driven weather forecasting systems tailored for the agricultural sector and other industries. The firm provides asset-specific weather information that enhances operational efficiency and infrastructure reliability amidst changing weather conditions. By utilizing IoT sensor technology, Benchmark Labs delivers accurate forecasts that are essential for optimizing renewable energy generation and managing water resources. Its innovative platform enables clients to navigate weather variability effectively, ensuring smoother operations across various applications.
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