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Our leadership sees the opportunity in #LastMile transit + the possible partnerships across industries + communities. Infrastructure for the future that is bold, innovative + scalable requires thoughtful interconnections with our energy systems. All of this underscores a future with less carbon.

SatVu receives major funding to advance thermal imaging capabilities, London, UK (SPX) Nov 29, 2024 SatVu, a prominent climate technology innovator, has secured Pounds 20 million in funding to propel its advanced high-resolution thermal imaging technology. The funding consists of a Pounds 10 million equity round led jointly by Adara Ventures and existing backer Molten Ventures, alongside an insurance payout. This investment marks the debut of Adara Ventures Energy Fund, dedicated to su, : London, UK (SPX)

Have you heard the news? We are just catching our breath... 🚀 ♨ AirMyne come out of stealth mode with a $6.9m Seed round to explore their liquid solvent low-temperature regeneration eyeing up collaborations with geothermal mavericks Fervo Energy and concrete kings CarbonBuilt, both DAC Coalition ecosystem members. Link: https://lnkd.in/eAcZgkBw 🚀 🐝 Airhive team up with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners to announce a new 1000tpa facility and welcome the beverage giants onto their cap table as they close out their pre-Seed round alongside AP Ventures. Link: https://lnkd.in/ezGK3YDh 🚀 🍎 Spiritus add to the growing DAC presence in Wyoming with the announcement of Orchard One. The new facility which will begin operations in 2026 with an initial capacity of <2000tpa has the potential to be scaled-up to 2Mtpa. If the size didn't shock you, check out the cost per tonne: https://lnkd.in/g36cYEih 🚀 ⚡ Mission Zero Technologies raises a £21.5m Series A adding Breakthrough Energy , 2150, and World Fund to their table. A big boost for DAC via electrochemical regeneration as Greenlyte Carbon Technologies added a further €10.5m in pre-Series A funding to their books, strengthening the outlook for DAC + hydrogen production. Link MZT: https://lnkd.in/ec_4Hy2t Link GCT: https://lnkd.in/e277yUkQ 🚀 🐂 Finally, CarbonCapture Inc. closed a mega Series A round of $80m to push on with the development of Project Bison in Wyoming. The round was led by PRIME and supported by Climate Pledge Fund, Aramco Ventures, and Siemens Financial Services Link: https://lnkd.in/gp9fr-Sp 📣 📌 In case you thought that was not enough, we are just getting started. 8 more facilities will be added to our Global Direct Air Capture Deployment Map next week. Link: https://lnkd.in/e3rfsabn Want all of this and more delivered to your inbox each month? Stay up-to-date with our monthly newsletter, The DAC Dispatch: https://lnkd.in/gPMK6vsj

Fun Fact time! 🎉 We're very excited to see our friends in #DAC make major progress lately. Why is CarbonBuilt so supportive of DAC, you may ask? Are we simply #ClimateTech friends? 🤔 Well, yes. ✅ But, wait, there's more. DAC needs to come down the cost curve, like any emerging technology. That happens with experience. According to Boston Consulting Group (BCG), “The characteristic [cost] decline is consistently 20-30% each time accumulated production is doubled. This decline goes on in time without limit (in constant dollars) regardless of the rate of growth of experience.” Sounds familar, right? This is Tech 101. Today's DAC systems have a "Last Mile" challenge. They capture CO2, and yet there are few places to put it. Geologic sequestration isn't widely available. Concrete allows for CO2 utilization and sequestration (#CCUS), preventing captured carbon from being vented back into the atmosphere. And if it all lines up, the carbon markets or government incentives can be applied to pay for that above-ground concrete sequestration. It's one way the tools of #climatefinance can help to keep the flywheel of innovation spinning. So now you know. 🧠 It's an emerging closed-loop system that can help hasten #CDR pace. And we're happy to be a part of it. 😁 Well done AirMyne and CarbonCapture Inc.! And Thanks Direct Air Capture Coalition.

In today's episode of Superpowers for Good, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Daniel Farb, CEO and Founder of FLOWER TURBINES Inc. It's been over five years since our last conversation, and the progress Daniel has made with his company is nothing short of remarkable. Flower Turbines isn't just about harnessing wind power; it's about doing it beautifully and efficiently, particularly in urban environments where traditional turbines would struggle. Daniel's vision for small, aesthetically pleasing wind turbines that operate quietly and efficiently has brought a fresh perspective to renewable energy. One of the most intriguing aspects of our conversation was Daniel's explanation of their patented "bouquet effect." This innovation allows their tulip-shaped turbines to be placed close together, enhancing each other's performance—something unheard of with traditional large wind turbines. As Daniel aptly put it, “When you have winds, you can collect [energy] 24 hours a day... We’re the only ones that can place turbines close together, and ours have this great benefit so that we can make better use of tight spaces than anybody else can.” This ability to optimize space without sacrificing efficiency could be a game-changer, particularly for off-grid power solutions. Moreover, Flower Turbines' products are bird-friendly, quiet, and designed to be integrated with solar and battery technologies, offering a comprehensive energy solution. Daniel's passion for innovation, backed by a robust portfolio of patents, is driving Flower Turbines toward what could be a significant leap in the renewable energy market. As they move into mass production, the potential for impact is tremendous, and I’m excited to see where this journey takes them next. Flower Turbines is raising capital from the crowd via StartEngine. http://s4g.biz/03sep24 #ImpactCrowdfunding #DiverseFounders #SocialEntrepreneurs #CommunityCapital #ImpactInvestors #RIC #InvestmentCrowdfunding #SuperCrowd

We are thrilled to announce that Mojave has raised $9.5 million in Series A funding. The funding will accelerate the adoption of Mojave’s groundbreaking Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) solution, ArctiDry, which sets new a new standard for energy efficiency. This year, we launched ArctiDry and signed on 19 firms to our Sales Partner Network that are actively representing Mojave in their regions. Units are shipping to customer sites. A big thank you goes to our investors for their ongoing support as we advance into our next phase focused on accelerated adoption, product line expansion, and new market development. The round was led by existing investors Fifth Wall and At One Ventures, with participation from returning investors Myriad Venture Partners, Starshot Capital, Alumni Ventures, and new investor Earth Venture Capital. Read the news here: https://lnkd.in/gxKEh5KN #HVAC #ArctiDry #ClimateHVAC #climatetech #venturecapital #energyefficiency #climatesolutions

Encore CO2 is proud to be one of the nine startups selected to participate in Newlab and Greater New Orleans, Inc.'s groundbreaking programs aimed at advancing carbon management and clean hydrogen technologies in Louisiana. With support from industry and Louisiana State University, we're working to accelerate the commercialization of our carbon utilization technology. This initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, is set to transform Louisiana into a hub for industrial decarbonization and climate tech innovation. Together, we’re paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future, leveraging Louisiana’s rich energy legacy to build the next generation of climate solutions. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dUYgyF7m

🌍 Decarbonizing Heavy Industry 🔥 Exciting news: Our portfolio company HyperHeat has raised €3.5M from top investors like APEX Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Fellows, Possible Ventures, Finindus, E44 Ventures, Pjotr van Schothorst, and Matt Blythe! 🎉 HyperHeat’s modular, cost-effective heating solution—capable of reaching 2000°C—offers a fast way to decarbonize industrial heat, which accounts for nearly 40% of global CO2 emissions. From steelmaking to chemicals, this innovation could transform industrial processes worldwide. We’re proud to have connected Lars Amsbeck and Frederick Lessmann early on—an incredible team tackling one of humanity’s biggest challenges. 🚀 Ready to build solutions like HyperHeat? Join us at our Climate Founders Accelerator - https://lnkd.in/eyrmwuVe Read more: https://lnkd.in/gF3rjUjP

In M&A between large companies and disruptive startups, rarely do we see the acquirers successfully execute the vision of the visionaries (Nick Stork Richard Walton Brian McCarthy). Not the case here! Congrats to Starlee Sykes and the bp team for delivering as promised. Fun fact, and why Archaea’s business model is good for the planet and for shareholders: capturing emissions from every US landfill and converting into RNG will do more to reduce emissions than electrifying every passenger vehicle in the US (!!!). https://lnkd.in/gVWVGF-i

We're thrilled to have led Splight's $12M Seed round, empowering them to address the global challenge of clean energy at scale ⚡ Up to 40% of renewable energy generation is wasted due to grid bottlenecks, one of the most pressing issues for the transition to a sustainable energy system. 🌎 Splight's AI technology helps with real-time control of grid infrastructure, preventing grid bottlenecks and unlocking up to 2x extra transmission capacity with existing infrastructure 🔌 Congratulations Fernando Llaver, Thomas Vadora, Carlos Caldart and the whole Splight team! 🚀 Read Splight's release to find out more about how they're transforming grid operations: [ link in comment ] Elewit, EDP Ventures, Draper Cygnus, Draper B1, Ascent Energy Ventures, Fen Ventures, REACTION GLOBAL LTD, BARN INVESTMENTS, UC Berkeley Foundation #Electricity #ClimateTech #AI #Startups #SmartGrid