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Forge Nano Inc. specializes in manufacturing nano material coatings primarily for lithium-ion battery and catalyst applications. The company provides precision coatings for cathode and anode powders, addressing key degradation issues in lithium-ion batteries, such as transition metal dissolution and active material instability. Its offerings include lab-scale tools, industrial-scale tools, toll coating services, and ready-to-use products. Utilizing proprietary Atomic Layer Deposition techniques, Forge Nano achieves angstrom-thick coatings that are fast, affordable, and commercially viable for various materials and applications. Founded in 2013 and based in Louisville, Colorado, Forge Nano was formerly known as PneumatiCoat Technologies.

Carbon Reform is a climate-tech startup that offers a modular carbon capture and pollution-control device to reduce CO2 levels in the atmosphere. Carbon Reform combines climate and indoor health technology to produce decentralized, permanent carbon capture, energy savings, and occupant-healthy indoor air. Carbon Reform implements a multi-phase approach to determine what's in the air, and how they can work with the existing infrastructure to make it better.

Infinium is a provider of electrofuels that produces synthetic fuels from renewable energy and waste carbon dioxide. The company's ultra-low carbon electrofuels serve as drop-in replacements for traditional petroleum-derived products, allowing for immediate integration into existing transportation systems and chemical processes, such as plastics production. This approach significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps clients meet carbon reduction targets without the need for extensive capital investment or time-consuming upgrades. Through its innovative solutions, Infinium aims to decarbonize the transportation sector and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Our breakthrough sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology, aerobrew™, will make affordable net-zero aviation a reality. The technology is innovative, highly scaleable and able to tap into future global renewable energy systems efficiently. Starting from renewable feedstocks including green hydrogen, driven by renewable electricity, and sustainably sourced CO2, for example from direct air capture, aerobrew™ provides an efficient route to large-scale production of e-kerosene, overcoming the scale up challenges and high costs of alternative e-fuels technologies. aerobrew™ is also compatible with the biogenic route whereby the carbon required for the process is derived from renewable and sustainable cellulosic biomass which, does not compete with the food chain (wood, miscanthus, etc.). With a high carbon conversion, high selectivity and a high overall SAF yield, aerobrew™ leads to attractive production economics and cost leadership. With a rapidly growing demand for SAF, aerobrew™ stands to contribute significantly to the decarbonisation of global aviation and to support the achievement of net zero 2050 targets.

Renewance, Inc. specializes in battery lifecycle management through its software-as-a-service platform, Renewance Connect. This platform assists clients dealing with defective or end-of-life batteries by enabling them to compare, select, and contract with battery recyclers efficiently. The company's offerings include a comprehensive recycling solution that encompasses a partner network responsible for packaging, transportation, recycling, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Additionally, Renewance provides lifecycle services such as asset retirement obligation forecasting and regulatory compliance management. Targeting the battery energy storage and electric vehicle sectors, Renewance aims to facilitate a transition to more sustainable energy practices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, the company combines technology with consultancy and project management to effectively address end-of-life liabilities associated with industrial batteries.

INERATEC is a company dedicated to developing sustainable energy solutions through the production of innovative synthetic fuels and power-to-X plants. By focusing on replacing fossil fuels with carbon-neutral alternatives, INERATEC aims to contribute to a post-fossil fuel economy. The company specializes in generating renewable hydrogen and converting greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen, into various synthetic products, including e-kerosene, carbon dioxide-neutral diesel, synthetic waxes, and methanol. These products enable chemical plant operators to utilize synthetic fuels, which are derived from climate-neutral energy sources, thereby minimizing chemical waste and enhancing climate protection.

Dimensional Energy is a chemistry company focused on pioneering artificial photosynthesis to create environmentally friendly polymers and chemical intermediates. The company develops technology that utilizes and distributes sunlight in scalable reactor systems, effectively capturing and converting carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuels. By employing innovative waveguides, Dimensional Energy ensures even distribution of sunlight within its reactors, enhancing the reactivity of carbon dioxide molecules through functionalized catalysts. This approach aims to provide viable solar fuels, addressing critical energy needs while promoting sustainability.

Escalate USA is a frontline retention platform helping employers retain talent and creating pathways for entry-level talent.

Raven is a producer of green hydrogen and synthetic fuels using organic waste. They transform waste destined for landfills into environmentally friendly, efficient, and profitable clean hydrogen and Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels with our patented Steam/CO2 Reformer technology. Raven was in 2018 and is based in Pinedale, Wyoming.

Gotham Greens is a fresh food company dedicated to transforming the food system by prioritizing sustainability and quality. Founded in 2011, it has expanded from a single rooftop glasshouse in Brooklyn to a network of climate-controlled, high-tech greenhouses across several states, including New York, Illinois, and California. The company specializes in the year-round production of pesticide-free leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings, dips, and cooking sauces, utilizing integrated pest management techniques to ensure safety and sustainability. Gotham Greens serves a diverse clientele, including retail, restaurant, and food service customers, with its products available in over 3,000 grocery stores nationwide. As a Certified B Corporation, Gotham Greens emphasizes environmentally responsible practices while delivering fresh, local produce to consumers.