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Melt
Newcastle West, Australia
Provides capital, expertise and advice to advanced manufacturing-focused Australian startups, emphasizing clean tech, industrial IoT, and advanced manufacturing.
Portfolio
17+
Employees
5+
Founded
2022
AUM
≈ $30.0M
Investment focus
Stages
No stages listed
Industries
No industries listedGeographic scope
Australia
Fund details
Funds
Advanced Manufacturing Venture Fund
Vintage 2022 • $20.0M
Melt Ventures Manufacturing Venture Fund
Vintage 2023 • $10.0M
Sources
Melt
Provides capital, expertise and advice to advanced manufacturing-focused Australian startups, emphasizing clean tech, industrial IoT, and advanced manufacturing.
Portfolio
17+
Employees
5+
Founded
2022
AUM
≈ $30.0M
Funds
Advanced Manufacturing Venture Fund · Vintage 2022 • $20.0M
Melt Ventures Manufacturing Venture Fund · Vintage 2023 • $10.0M
Stages
No stages listed
Industries
No industries listedGeographic scope
Australia
Sources
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Allegro Energy develops long-duration energy storage solutions using fully recyclable, non-toxic materials that eliminate the need for rare elements and complex supply chains. Their technology addresses the challenge of high upfront costs in energy storage by providing the lowest levelized cost of storage on the market, enabling a transition to a zero-carbon economy.
Bovotica is developing technology to modulate the rumen microbiome in cattle, which reduces methane emissions while enhancing production efficiency for farmers. This approach addresses the environmental impact of livestock by targeting the specific microbial populations responsible for methane production.
Embeint provides a platform for IoT Solution Providers to embed intelligence into ultra-low power, wireless devices. Their Infuse-IoT stack enables rapid development of secure, robust firmware built on the Zephyr RTOS. The system allows dynamic integration of algorithms and applications from an intelligence marketplace directly into existing device firmware.
Endua develops hydrogen electrolysis technologies for on-site production of green hydrogen, enabling decentralized energy storage solutions that provide reliable power for remote industries. Their modular power banks offer multi-day energy storage, effectively replacing diesel generators and reducing reliance on traditional fuel supply chains.
Farmo provides real-time remote monitoring solutions for agricultural tanks and troughs using sensor technology and a mobile app. This system ensures that farmers can continuously track water levels and environmental conditions, preventing livestock from running out of water and reducing the need for frequent on-site inspections.
Lixa develops NeoX™, a scalable technology designed to reverse bacterial resistance mechanisms, including biofilm formation. This platform restores the efficacy of existing antimicrobials against resistant bacteria across human health, agriculture, and industrial sectors. The company aims to provide cross-sector resistance breakers compatible with current antibiotics and biocides worldwide.
Provides a long-duration thermal energy storage system that converts excess renewable energy into high-capacity, scalable heat and power. This technology enables continuous, reliable supply of clean steam and electricity for grid and industrial applications, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting decarbonization efforts.
The National Renewable Network provides a no-cost installation of solar panels and battery systems for residential and business customers, allowing them to purchase energy generated from their own systems at lower rates than traditional grid power. This approach reduces monthly energy expenses while contributing to a decentralized energy supply through a Virtual Power Plant network, enhancing local energy stability and sustainability.
PlasmaLeap builds non‑thermal plasma reactors that directly synthesize ammonia, hydrocarbon e‑fuels, and green nitrogen fertilizer with higher energy efficiency than traditional catalytic or electrochemical methods. Their eNFix units enable on‑farm, on‑demand production of cost‑competitive fertilizer, while modular reactor designs support industrial scale and custom R&D applications for low‑carbon chemical synthesis.
Refilled provides a network of smart drink dispensers and QR-enabled reusable bottles, allowing users to refill with filtered tap water and natural flavors while tracking their environmental impact through a companion app. The startup aims to eliminate 100 million single-use plastic bottles by 2030, addressing the global plastic pollution crisis caused by the production of 891 billion plastic bottles annually.
SafeGauge manufactures smart maintenance tools that enable technicians to safely conduct live tests on heavy machinery, eliminating their exposure to high-risk areas. By utilizing pressure transducers and dial indicators, SafeGauge products enhance operational efficiency by reducing maintenance check times by up to 50%.
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