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The Most Cost-Effective On-Demand System in the Country???? For the transit enthusiasts out there (like us), this graph is exciting! ?? It highlights Circuit’s Cost Per Rider, and we're thrilled with how we compare. Out of respect for other cities, agencies, transit tech firms, and legacy operators — we’ve omitted names, but we’ve done our research, and the results speak for themselves. Cost Per Rider is a key metric for helping cities and agencies understand performance and cost-effectiveness: essentially, the total system cost divided by the number of passengers served. Achieving industry-leading numbers takes strong ridership, fair pricing, smart tech, and efficient operations. A huge thank you goes to our team and partners who help make this possible. How Circuit Does It Our success in achieving such a low Cost Per Rider lies in our strategic approach to service design. By creating compact 1-5 square mile service zones centered around dense, core commercial areas with seamless connections to existing public transit, we maximize ridership and minimize inefficiencies. Leveraging an all-electric fleet not only reduces emissions but also operational costs. Additionally, our ability to generate revenue through fares and advertising further offsets expenses. This comprehensive model allows us to maintain high utilization while providing reliable service managed by our dedicated W2 employee workforce. We believe on-demand microtransit, community mobility, and FMLM solutions can be transformative when designed with the user and existing transit in mind. Cost savings can be achieved without sacrificing quality. This is a topic we’re passionate about, and we're always happy to talk. If you're interested in learning more, contact our team here: https://hubs.li/Q02W_fXC0 #RideCircuit #Transit #Microtransit #OnDemand #PublicTransport #EV #CostPerRider #SmartCities #FMLM #FirstMileLastMile

We are happy to share that our CEO, Aleksey Matyushev, recently appeared on CNN's?"First Move". During the broadcast, Aleksey highlighted our innovative?Horizon aircraft, which is poised to transform the commercial aviation sector. With increasing demand for hyper-efficient aircraft in both the passenger and cargo markets, Natilus is strategically positioned to usher in a new era in?sustainable aviation. To watch the entire conversation between Aleksey and CNN's @Richard Quest, please click the link below. https://lnkd.in/gWi5svTR #natilus #sustainability #aviation #aerospace #aircraft #cnn #sandiego

Our work with The AES Corporation discovered the tipping point (just 5%) for AES Indiana when smart management of residential EV charging provides grid-wide benefits and savings (up to $75 million annually) that outweigh costs. Now, we’re sharing the 5-step blueprint to repeat that analysis for any utility service territory. Step 1: Use AMI and GIS data to identify EV locations Step 2: Model future EV adoption Step 3: Establish EV charging coincidence assumptions? Step 4: Assess grid impacts of intervention approaches Step 5: Quantify costs and benefits Replicate this approach and unlock millions in capital flexibility for your utility. Contact us for a 1:1 discussion or try out our interactive demo: https://lnkd.in/gfYgH7qF

It was great to attend the celebration of the Biomanufacturing executive order yesterday where my amazing co-founder, Elizabeth Onderko presented on a panel discussing the importance of government engagement with the biotech ecosystem to help rebuild a robust chemical manufacturing base here in the US.

Claros Technologies, Inc. (“Claros”), Achieves Successful Commercial Pilot of its Disruptive High Throughput PFAS Destruction Technology ? Claros is pleased to announce the completion of a successful pilot, demonstrating high-throughput destruction technology for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at a major chemical manufacturer/user’s commercial facility.?The success of this pilot marks a significant milestone in Claros’ mission to commercialize effective treatment technologies for the elimination of PFAS waste and provides a ground-breaking and disruptive pathway for sustainability in fluoro-material manufacturing and use.? Key Highlights ? High Throughput PFAS Destruction:??The Claros PFAS Destruction System achieved total (i.e. >99.99%) destruction performance?on all target PFAS species (long, short and ultra-short chain PFAS) under high flow conditions in a commercial manufacturing setting.?Claros’ next generation commercial PFAS Destruction system will exceed 45,000 gallons per day capacity using a single reactor unit by 1st quarter 2025. Stay tuned for more details: Going to WEFTEC? Visit us at Booth 1259 in the Innovation Pavillion.

New Report - The Most Promising Companies in Climate Tech "Camus uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to offer utility customers a hub for real-time grid visibility, day-ahead forecasting, and distribution system planning insights"

We are thrilled to share that Capra has been awarded a new $7.5 million, two-year project agreement through the BioMaP-Consortium, giving us the extraordinary opportunity to apply the Capra platform to the important issue of pharmaceutical ingredient shortages. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/eaxHc3ra

Camus has been named a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer ?? We're joining the Forum’s Centre for Energy and Materials Innovator Community to shape industry best practices and inform policies needed to deliver the decentralized, renewable, and ultimately “self-driving” grid that our rapidly electrifying economy needs. Check out WEF’s Innovator Communities and fellow Technology Pioneer members, and stay tuned to see how Astrid Atkinson and the Camus team will be making the most of this unique opportunity. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gNRX3K8a

PFAS is now regulated as a hazardous substance, and industry is aware of liability for contamination. Perfect timing for Claros Technologies Inc.'s unique destruction technology! #environmentalcleanup #pfas Kathryn Moos Ian Netherton, CPA,ABV, CGMA

?? Endow Capital's most recent report showcases a significant infusion of over $219 million into the cleantech sector, spotlighting leading firms Roam, LionVolt B.V., Aegir Insights, Camus Energy, and Liliac Solutions. Prominent investors include: Equator Africa, At One Ventures, TES Ventures, Renew Capital, The World We Want, One Small Planet, International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), Seaya Andromeda, Climentum Capital, Congruent Ventures, Wave Capital, Align Impact, Remarkable Ventures Climate fund (RVC), Groundswell Ventures, Mercuria, Lowercarbon Capital, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, T. Rowe Price Association, Inc., Engine Ventures, Aventurine, Presidio Ventures (a Sumitomo Corporation Group Company), BMW i Ventures, Mitsubishi Corporation and The Nature Conservancy. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3wn1Svz #CleantechInvestment #SustainableFinance #EndowCapital #Innovation #GreenTech #SustainableInnovation