Projects

Exploring how macroalgae cultivation systems can be used to harvest critical minerals while producing biofuel feedstock and natural fertilizer, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable supply of critical materials and carbon neutral energy.

Building the biodiversity infrastructure layer for nature-based discovery, bridging the gap between unexplored genetic diversity and high-performance bioactives. An AI-driven nature intelligence platform that streamlines the ethical sourcing of sustainable ingredients for the cosmetics industry.

Building the missing analytical layer in catastrophe modeling: a simulation engine that quantifies recovery timelines, economic loss, and insurance system stress after climate disasters, the data that determines whether insurance markets survive or fail.

Automating reverse logistics processes for apparel to reduce costs, recover value, increase speed, and divert from landfills.

Enabling power plant developers to predict, reduce, and hedge interconnection costs that reach up to 30% of CAPEX.

Reducing the costs of fuels reduction projects by an order of magnitude to scale wildfire risk mitigation and sustainable land management.

BYOT accelerates large-load interconnections by enabling customer-funded transmission upgrades, unlocking grid capacity faster and at lower cost than greenfield transmission development. The platform provides grid modeling to identify cost-effective upgrades, deal structuring for customer-funded contributions, and execution coordination across utilities, EPCs, and developers.

DualWell produces carbon-negative geothermal energy using CO2 sourced from industrial emitters, making decarbonization profitable for customers. The system captures CO2, uses it to generate geothermal energy, permanently stores CO2 underground, and monetizes carbon credits.

E-Flex unlocks behind-the-meter energy flexibility from industrial separations through integrated design. The company provides physics-constrained optimization software that bridges micro-scale transport with energy market dynamics, lifecycle economics, and supply chain decisions, delivering 8-23% monthly bill savings.

FlexPool optimizes residential pool pump and heater scheduling by dynamically adjusting runtimes based on utility rate plans, weather forecasts, and user behavior. As adoption scales, connected pools form a virtual power plant (VPP) that participates in demand-response and grid-flexibility programs.

Greenhill developed the Model G — the world's first high-efficiency variable refrigerant flow heat pump system that works with existing air ducts. It costs the same as a gas unit and saves 60% energy. Backed by leading institutions and piloting with utilities, with 8,000+ hours of operational data from an IHOP pilot project.

ODIN turns the ocean into long-duration energy storage and a permanent carbon sink. The system integrates electrolysis, alkalinity generation, and carbonate mineralization for permanent CO2 removal via mineralization. Multiple revenue streams from CDR credits, energy storage (50-70% round-trip efficiency), and high-value chemicals.

Archeon Carbon is evaluating the commercialization potential of a patented, novel bio-chemical process developed at Stanford to convert dilute CO2 into crystalline carbon materials. The process enables semi-permanent carbon storage within next-generation materials like carbon nanotubes and synthetic graphite, with applications across clean tech.

EcoCool is developing topical hydrogel formulations for continuous evaporative cooling, targeting populations in extreme heat zones in the Global South. Designed to be accessible, scalable, and effective in humid climates without electricity. Working prototypes being developed in the Feig Lab at Stanford.

FloodWatch provides instant, 1-meter resolution flood predictions powered by one of the largest high-resolution flood datasets in the U.S., developed at Stanford. Their AI model maps flood depth and extent in real-time, serving emergency responders, logistics companies, and insurance providers.

Pravah develops AI-powered grid intelligence for electricity distribution companies, providing more accurate demand and extreme weather forecasting than legacy tools. Initially targeting India, where outdated utility systems lead to frequent outages and costly emergency power purchases.

Recovered Potential is commercializing a Stanford-developed modular sidestream ammonia removal system via electrochemical stripping. The technology is estimated to be 16x more effective than biological nitrogen removal on a volumetric basis, achieving 83% continuous NH3 removal at $8-13/kg-N treatment cost.

Telluscope offers real-time, localized tracking of GHG emissions and air pollutants using low-cost sensors deployable in one-mile increments, connected to a hybrid AI model for predictive analyses. Partnering with the Berkeley BEACON network to transition from open-source to commercial deployment.

Cosine is building an end-to-end process to make liquid fuels from biogas economically and efficiently. Using a Stanford-developed electrified thermochemical reactor with 99% heating efficiency that cuts capital costs by 40%, combined with Fischer-Tropsch synthesis for flexible hydrocarbon fuel production for maritime, aviation, and ground transportation.

DropSense tracks nitrogen pollutants and uncovers actionable insights for compliance, cost-savings, and environmental protection. Their hardware and software solution enables autonomous, continuous monitoring with AI-based modeling for crop farms, aquaculture, wastewater treatment plants, and agtech/climate tech companies.

Team HALEU is evaluating the commercialization of domestic HALEU (High-Assay Low-Enriched Uranium) fuel supply chains for advanced Gen IV reactors. U.S. supply is less than 5% of projected 2030 demand, with only Russia and China as alternative sources. U.S. market estimated at over $6B by 2035.

IronGrid provides flexible warranty products and advanced protocol design for battery energy storage systems. Using physics-informed active learning models, they deliver customized warranty extension pricing, degradation predictions, and optimized cycling protocols to unlock performance gains for BESS operators, financers, and owners.

Sunscreen for Earth is commercializing solar geoengineering technologies to deploy calcium carbonate aerosols in the stratosphere. Unlike sulfates, CaCO3 does not deplete ozone and may strengthen the ozone layer. Business model combines technology licensing and cooling-as-a-service for government agencies.

TransformerAM is developing a transformer manufacturing process using 3D printing that breaks free from laminations — the key bottleneck behind 2+ year lead times. The 3D printed transformers are optimized for efficiency, improved cooling, and not constrained by current supply chain bottlenecks.

CircuBat (later Magnefy) pioneers magnetic testing and ML technologies to maximize the financial value, lifetime, and safety of repurposed EV batteries for second-life energy storage applications.

Climate Found develops foundation models for climate and weather prediction that are generalizable across timescales, regions, and variables, advancing beyond current narrow forecasting approaches.

H2Hive (later NASADYA) is developing modular hydrogen storage technology for clean energy applications.

LithiumX develops an electro-membrane process to extract battery-grade lithium from domestic brines including geothermal and oil & gas sources, reducing dependence on foreign supply chains.

Nico Technology develops an electrochemical process for low-cost nickel and cobalt separation in battery recycling and mining, enabling critical mineral recovery from domestic sources.

PermitPal is building an AI-copilot for community engagement during green infrastructure permitting. Like an MRI for a doctor, the tool shows what is happening below the surface in communities where developers want to build, proposing tailored engagement strategies. 30-50% of renewable energy projects are delayed or cancelled due to community opposition.

Circularity Fuels develops technologies to convert waste materials into sustainable drop-in fuels, creating circular economy solutions that reduce both emissions and waste.

Coolio develops radiative cooling textiles that act as a one-way mirror, reflecting solar radiation combined with hydrogels and desiccants for evaporative cooling in humid conditions. Targeting advanced PPE applications.

EarthFlow AI builds AI-based subsurface simulation for a net-zero future, running 700,000x faster and 100,000x cheaper than traditional methods. First product launched at CCSNet.ai.

Hydrify uses proprietary ML and Gen AI algorithms to locate optimal groundwater stimulation sites, with initial field tests validating the approach for sustainable water supply.

Mizu Risk Lab provides climate risk analytics for water systems and infrastructure, helping utilities and municipalities assess and manage water-related climate vulnerabilities.

Metals recycling in consumer electronics

CQuest is an end-to-end carbon sequestration project developer using novel mineralization in basalt formations in the Pacific Northwest.

CultivateBio develops a biomanufacturing platform producing complex proteins for food, agriculture, and industrial applications.

ElectroSan provides modular electrochemical nitrogen removal from wastewater, with the byproduct used as fertilizer. Advised by Prof. Will Tarpeh and funded by the Stanford Sustainability Accelerator.

Gremix (later PHNX Materials) beneficiates 2.3 billion tons of fly-ash from landfills to substitute cement in concrete, addressing 8% of global CO2 emissions. $8B initial market with 50% gross margins.

Spooky Solar focuses on saving solar panels from the grave — developing recycling and end-of-life management solutions for the growing wave of decommissioned solar panels.

Vatio (later Raya Power) delivers solar in a box for under $1,000 that plugs into a home outlet with no utility engagement or lengthy permitting. Enables 10-30% bill savings from day one.

Beam develops smart, high-efficiency electric spot heating systems that are 80%+ cheaper and produce 40%+ lower emissions than propane heaters. Targeting a $4B beachhead market.

Beaver is a training platform for heat pump technicians — "Guild Education for heat pumps." Enables 10x faster certification to address the #1 roadblock to heat pump deployment: too few qualified installers.

De Novo uses chemistry and biology to convert unrecyclable LDPE plastic waste into high-value oleochemicals 10x faster with 10x less energy. Targeting a $17.5B market.

FaraFlux (later Farflux) develops high-frequency induction heating for carbon capture sorbent regeneration, achieving 3x shorter regeneration time and 5x reduction in CCUS heating cost. Could enable 8Bn tonnes CO2 abatement by 2050.

Get Li+ develops proprietary electrochemical lithium extraction and conversion from low-concentration North American brines. Achieves 4x economical resource size and 50% cost reduction vs. conventional direct lithium extraction.

Oryza enables rice methane reduction through satellite-verified carbon credits from changed rice farming practices in Asia. Partners with local cooperatives and NGOs.

Cambio is an AI-powered commercial real estate operations platform that automatically collects building data to power capital planning and sustainability compliance workflows.

ElectroLit develops novel electrolytes for lithium metal batteries that achieve 2x the energy density of conventional lithium-ion. At TRL 5 with 8 material transfer agreements signed. Later became Feon Energy.

Formatix develops CO2-to-X electrochemical conversion at 100% Faraday Efficiency, producing formate, formic acid, acetate, and synthetic fuels. Targeting a $10B+ raw materials market.

GridKit de-risks EV charging infrastructure investment through operational analytics and financial guarantees. Conducted 150+ interviews and secured $45K+ in grant funding during the program.

Compact smart transformer technology manufactured domestically with shortened lead times, expanding electrification to previously prohibited locations. Later became Expand Power.

SOURCE provides an automated contracting platform for energy projects in small/medium commercial buildings. Targeting 3.5M buildings representing 8% of US energy, a $10B market over 30 years.

TrueH2 pivoted from hydrogen carbon intensity IoT to an end-to-end fertilizer emissions solution, providing monitoring and reduction tools for agricultural operations.

Accuity provides carbon accounting software for small and medium enterprises, which represent 60% of the US economy but lack accessible tools for tracking and reporting emissions.

Conduit Tech is an HVAC contractor platform that accelerates sales and reduces operating costs for heat pump deployment. LiDAR-powered design enables contractors to scan homes, create 3D models, and visualize installations in under 15 minutes.

Cue Systems (EcoSnap) uses NREL-patented snap-connect technology to make heat pump installation 10x faster, 3x cheaper, and 50% more efficient. The technology eliminates the skilled labor bottleneck in heat pump deployment.

Ezote enables decentralized ammonia and nitrate fertilizer production for sub-Saharan Africa using only air, water, and electricity. Holds 2 patents and $4.6M in grant funding.

General Galactic builds modular carbon-neutral hydrocarbon plants producing eFuels from renewables and waste carbon. Targeting telecom, wastewater, and space mobility markets.

GeoS Energy converts abandoned oil fields into geothermal long-duration energy storage systems (GeoBattery), repurposing existing underground infrastructure for grid-scale energy storage.

HYPER develops green hydrogen storage solutions using depleted oil and gas wells for industrial customers. Targeting a $1T+ market for large-scale hydrogen storage infrastructure.

Mistral enables one-click carbon offsetting at grocery checkout, adding 3-5% to basket cost. Early trials showed 18% consumer uptake.

RockFix develops permanent CO2 sequestration via carbon mineralization in mine waste at gigaton scale, turning mining byproducts into carbon sinks.

SOURCE provides an automated contracting platform for energy projects in small/medium commercial buildings. Targeting 3.5M buildings representing 8% of US energy, a $10B market over 30 years.

Viridium is the "Aurora Solar of fleet transitions" — software for zero-emission fleet planning that optimizes battery vs. hydrogen decisions, route optimization, and achieves 30% cost savings. $100B TAM.

Platform connecting farmers to funding for on-farm climate projects and livestock methane management

Green ammonia production technology for agriculture, energy storage, and clean fuel applications

Silvopasture carbon removal projects in partnership with Brazilian farmers, generating verified carbon credits

Low-cost electrolyzer manufacturing for gigawatt-scale clean hydrogen production

Next-generation direct air capture technology for permanent CO2 storage

Accelerated lithium-ion battery materials discovery and manufacturing

Cryo-compressed hydrogen storage for heavy-duty transportation decarbonization

Carbon-negative Portland cement production

Gravity-based energy storage using repurposed idle oil wells

Electrochemical low-carbon cement production

Long term carbon sequestration in wood

Decarbonized cement with modular reactors

Flood resilience software

High volume plastics from sustainable feedstocks

Electric vehicles in Africa

Scientific data engineering and computational catalyst discovery platform

High-efficiency wireless charging technology for electric vehicles and industrial applications

CO2 scrubbing from HVAC systems

Using microbes to decompose plastic and turn it into CO2 capture

Prediction of cloud movement to forecast solar panel output impact

Zero-emission nitrogen fertilizer produced from air, water, and renewable electricity

XFlow Energy develops modular vertical-axis wind turbines that increase efficiency and enable wind power generation across a wider range of locations and conditions.

Zanskar uses AI and advanced analytics to discover unknown geothermal resources, building a predictive platform informed by massive geological datasets.

AI-driven electrolyte design and materials discovery

Next-generation geothermal energy via horizontal drilling

AI software for fleet operations optimization and emissions reduction

AI-powered climate risk forecasting for agriculture

Iron-sodium batteries for grid-scale energy storage

Plug-and-play factory efficiency platform for sustainable manufacturing

High-efficiency lightweight perovskite solar panel technology

Enzyme-based infinite textile recycling technology

Agricultural technology platform for climate-resilient farming and food loss reduction

Dynamic smart window technology using reversible metal electrodeposition