Catégorie : Startups

En bref : – Green Hub Chile launches a pioneering debt fund of USD $400,000 targeting innovative climate tech startups. – The fund offers revenue-based loans up to $40,000, repayable over 36 months, ensuring financial flexibility. – Startups benefiting must demonstrate ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) commitments and proven technological validation. – Collaboration between BID Lab…
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Turning the invisible elements of air and water into sustainable fuels challenges what was once considered pure science fiction. Twelve, a pioneering company out of Berkeley, California, is doing exactly that by crafting e-fuels that have the potential to transform industries plagued by fossil dependencies. Their breakthrough technology harnesses carbon dioxide captured directly from the…
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The cement industry stands at a pivotal crossroads as it confronts one of the most formidable challenges of our time: reducing its immense carbon footprint. Cement production alone accounts for roughly 8% of global CO2 emissions, with billions of tons produced annually. Conventional cement manufacturing relies heavily on high-temperature kilns fueled by fossil fuels and…
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In brief: Voltpost innovates urban EV charging by retrofitting existing lampposts with modular Level 2 chargers, drastically lowering installation time and costs. Addressing urban charging deserts, especially in high-density and underserved neighborhoods where traditional solutions struggle to provide access. Enables equitable charging access for residents without dedicated parking, accelerating EV adoption among diverse communities. Seamless…
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En bref: • AI-powered platforms like RenewAI Discover and SmartRenew Discoveries are transforming how new sustainable materials are identified for renewable energy applications. • Advanced generative models accelerate the design of catalysts and energy-storage materials with tailored properties, reducing reliance on slow, traditional lab work. • Key innovations include AI techniques from BioAI Material Scout…
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In brief Vycarb leverages advanced water-based CO2 capture technology specially designed to address emissions from cement production, a sector responsible for over 7% of global CO2 emissions. The startup uniquely combines real-time sensor monitoring with a cost-effective process that converts CO2 into stable bicarbonate and carbonate ions dissolved in water, ensuring permanent and measurable storage.…
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In brief: Revolutionizing Industrial Heat with Antora Energy’s Thermal Battery Technology The demand for high-temperature heat in heavy industry poses one of the most formidable challenges in the global decarbonization effort. Industries like steelmaking, cement production, and glass manufacturing require heat often exceeding 1,000°C, traditionally obtained through combustion of fossil fuels such as natural gas…
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