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Berkeley, United States
Accelerates scientific discoveries by offering fellowships and Innovation Labs that equip scientific entrepreneurs with mindset, skills, networks, and support to launch breakthrough hard‑tech companies.
Portfolio
6+
Employees
250+
Founded
2015
AUM
N/A
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No stages listed
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No industries listedGeographic scope
United States
Fund details
Funds
Carbontech Entrepreneurial Fellowship Program
Vintage 2021 • $800.0K
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Accelerator Funding Program
$700.0K
California Energy Commission Grant to Liminal
$2.8M
Sources
Activate
Accelerates scientific discoveries by offering fellowships and Innovation Labs that equip scientific entrepreneurs with mindset, skills, networks, and support to launch breakthrough hard‑tech companies.
Portfolio
6+
Employees
250+
Founded
2015
AUM
N/A
Funds
Carbontech Entrepreneurial Fellowship Program · Vintage 2021 • $800.0K
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Accelerator Funding Program · $700.0K
California Energy Commission Grant to Liminal · $2.8M
Stages
No stages listed
Industries
No industries listedGeographic scope
United States
Sources
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Provides modular thermal energy storage systems that use solid carbon blocks to store surplus renewable electricity as heat, delivering zero-emission industrial heat and power at scales from megawatts to gigawatts. This technology enables continuous operation of energy-intensive processes in sectors like steel, refining, and chemicals, reducing reliance on fossil fuels while lowering energy costs.
Funding: $14.5M
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Funding: $14.5M
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Electrified Thermal Solutions develops the Joule Hive™ Thermal Battery, which uses electrically conductive firebricks to convert and store electricity as high-temperature heat up to 1,800°C. This thermal battery technology enables zero-carbon industrial heating that is cost-competitive with natural gas. The system integrates easily with existing industrial processes to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors like cement and steel.
Funding: $23.9M
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Funding: $23.9M
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Osmoses focuses on addressing major planetary challenges by working with the smallest molecules. The company develops technology centered around molecular interactions to solve significant environmental problems. They invite partners to pilot and implement their solutions.
Funding: $15.0M
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Funding: $15.0M
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Sublime Systems utilizes an electrified manufacturing process to produce low-carbon cement, eliminating the energy-intensive kiln traditionally used in cement production. This technology significantly reduces CO₂ emissions while providing a drop-in replacement for conventional cement, ensuring compatibility with existing construction practices.
Funding: $130.9M
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Funding: $130.9M
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Tive provides a hardware and software platform that utilizes cellular, GPS, and WiFi technologies to deliver real-time tracking and condition monitoring of shipments, including alerts for temperature, humidity, and shock. This solution addresses the lack of visibility in supply chains, ensuring that valuable shipments arrive on time and in optimal condition.
Funding: $121.9M
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Funding: $121.9M
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TON is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables users to conduct commission-free cryptocurrency transactions directly through Telegram, utilizing its native Toncoin for network operations and digital asset management. The platform addresses the need for secure and efficient peer-to-peer crypto transfers while providing easy access to decentralized applications and services.
Funding: $54.0M
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Funding: $54.0M
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