?? During our Sustainability Expo, we were thrilled to announce the closing of the Plug and Play Sustainability Fund I, a game-changing venture capital fund dedicated to backing revolutionary startups that are tackling the world's most pressing environmental challenges! Learn more:?https://lnkd.in/gXTYNiue ?? With a focus on the following key areas, this fund is poised to drive meaningful impact and empower the next generation of sustainability leaders: ? Industrial decarbonization ? Circular economy ? Energy transition ? Water resilience "We've been early backers of impactful companies like Heirloom, Sylvera, and Circulor, and we're excited to expand our efforts and support even more startups tackling hard-to-abate sectors," says Matthew Claxton, Partner & Co-Founder of Plug and Play Sustainability Vertical and the Plug and Play Sustainability Fund. Join us in celebrating this major milestone and let's work together to create a more sustainable future! #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital
Plug and Play Sustainability
可再生能源行业的半导体制造业
Sunnyvale，CA 3,571 位关注者
Solving the world's most pressing environmental challenges
关于我们
Plug and Play Sustainability is bringing together game-changing ideas from different industries and countries onto one platform to solve some of the greatest environmental challenges that our society faces today. But no one can solve these environmental issues alone. We have partnered with some of the world’s leading organizations to tackle these issues head on, connecting them to the world’s best startups to discover the latest innovations. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with a global presence, we’re discovering and elevating solutions that will solve our plastic waste crisis, provide clean drinking water, and enable us to transition from a linear to a sustainable circular economy. Our focus areas include: Plastics, Carbon Neutrality, Fashion, Clean Resources, and Sheltertech.
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https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/industries/sustainability
Plug and Play Sustainability的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 可再生能源行业的半导体制造业
- 规模
- 501-1,000 人
- 总部
- Sunnyvale，CA
- 创立
- 2019
- 领域
- sustainability、innovation、venture capital、plastic value chain、circular economy、water tech、biomaterials、upcycling、green chemistry、green manufacturing、carbon reduction、water treatment、supply chain、recommerce、waste collection、waste sorting、clean oceans、river pollution prevention、conservation和digitization
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The NSF Engines: Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE) Innovation Grant is live! Apply now for your chance to win $100,000 to $250,000 in non-dilutive funding. Applications close December 6th.
The NSF Engines: Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE) team is thrilled to announce that the Innovation Grant competitive funding program is officially open! This is your chance to pitch groundbreaking projects addressing critical sustainability challenges in energy, water and carbon sectors. What’s on the Table? Non-dilutive funding ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 for startups with ideas that can drive impactful change. This program, powered by the NSF Innovation Engines, aims to advance sustainable technologies while strengthening the economic and climate resilience of Arizona, Utah and Nevada. Deadline: Submit your project pitch by Friday, December 6, 2024, 11:59 PM (MST) How to Apply: Visit the Innovation Grant – Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine portal for detailed guidelines and the application process. https://lnkd.in/gEMJMqjK #Sustainability #Innovation #NSFEngines #SWSIE #Entrepreneurship National Science Foundation (NSF) ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory
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Sustainability champions, the future awaits! Join us at EXPLORE 2025 to see what’s next for a greener tomorrow! We’re thrilled to invite you to join the Plug and Play Hamburg team on December 3, 2024 at the inspiring Factory Hammerbrooklyn for EXPLORE 2025! This exclusive event is designed to equip your organization with the tools, insights, and connections needed to innovate successfully in the coming year. ???? ?? Meet Pioneering Tech Companies: Dive into cutting-edge solutions from AI-powered Knowledge Bots by Blockbrain to digital supply chain twins by aioneers, source-to-pay procurement automation by Mercanis, and groundbreaking Artificial General Intelligence by Centrum AI. ??? Master the ABCs of Innovation: Hannah Boomgaarden will provide proven strategies for creating a solid innovation foundation within your organization. ?? Build Dynamic Innovation Hubs: Christian Johansson will share his experience from Plug and Play Sweden and his role at CampX Concept at Volvo Group, exploring best practices for fostering collaboration and growth. ?? The Power of Emerging Technologies: Timo Linnemann will highlight the AI and automation technologies shaping enterprise innovation in 2025 and beyond. ?? Fireside Chat on Future Business Ecosystems: Moderated by Sallar Faridi, this session will explore the evolving landscape of business ecosystems with prominent industry voices. Only a few tickets are still available! ??♂???♀? ?? Location: Factory Hammerbrooklyn ?? Time: 9 am - 2 pm Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and set the stage for a future-focused 2025. ?? Register today to secure your spot and discover what it takes to lead in the world of innovation! https://lnkd.in/dgRPv2Qp
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?? Exciting times for Vaulted Deep! Plug and Play Sustainability is thrilled to be a part of this journey in their mission to revolutionize carbon dioxide removal (CDR) at scale. Today, we celebrate Vaulted’s successful $32.3M Series A raise!Proud to support a company that is truly driving innovation in the climate space and accelerating meaningful impact. #ClimateTech #CarbonRemoval #Sustainability #CDR
Exciting news from Vaulted Deep! We’re thrilled to announce our $32.3 million Series A raise, led by our newest investor Prelude Ventures, alongside returning investors Lowercarbon Capital, Earthshot Ventures and WovenEarth Ventures. We’re also excited to welcome new partners, Fall Line Capital and Rethink Impact, LP Since launching, Vaulted has issued more than 7,000 tonnes of durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR), achieving the industry’s fastest and highest rate of deliveries in its first year. With this funding, we'll be able to scale operations at our current facilities and develop new sites to drive even greater, faster delivery. Vaulted is proud to lead the industry in driving highly verifiable, rapid, and scalable CDR delivery. You can read more about our Series A in Reuters here. https://lnkd.in/gXSr936T
Climate tech startup Vaulted Deep raises funds to inject carbon waste down wells
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??Join us as we kick off another Sustainability Expo at our Plug and Play HQ on November 19th at 10:00am! ? We are thrilled to host Stephen Lamm, Head of Sustainability at Bloom Energy, for our Fireside Chat. Join us also as we welcome groundbreaking startups to the stage!
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?? Global Impact in Sustainable Mobility! ?? Congrats to Arizona Sustainability Batch 2 startup, Ryvid Inc., on partnering with El Salvador and Ohio to bring sustainable mobility to new heights. Test ride Ryvid’s electric motorcycles at next week’s Silicon Valley November Summit and see the future of clean transportation firsthand! ?? #PNPTC #PNPTCArizona #ArizonaStartups #Sustainability #ElectricVehicles #CleanTech #MobilityInnovation
A Major Milestone in Sustainable Mobility: Ryvid EV Expands Its Global Impact We are proud to announce that Ryvid EV is partnering with El Salvador's Ministry of Justice and Public Safety to deliver our Anthem electric motorcycles. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Ryvid EV and underscores the progressive mindset of international governments committed to adopting sustainable mobility solutions. In addition to our partnership in El Salvador, we are honored to support Ohio's Barberton Police Department with Envisioneering Inc. Their adoption of our electric motorcycles enhances community policing efforts while embracing light electric mobility. Why Ryvid EV's mobility product? 1. Charge Anywhere: Our motorcycles are designed to be charged anywhere without the need for complex infrastructure, providing flexibility and ease of use. 2. Minimal Maintenance: Engineered for durability, Ryvid EV motorcycles require almost no maintenance, allowing agencies to focus on their core missions without worrying about vehicle upkeep. 3. Low Costs: By leveraging the simplicity of the EV drive-train and focusing on urban riding environments, we offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional vehicles, EV or ICE. At 1 penny per mile, it's hard to beat. 4. Predictable Routes: Engineered for routine patrols and daily operations, our motorcycles offer unmatched reliability and efficiency. 5. Quickly Swappable Batteries: Our innovative tool-less removable battery minimizes downtime, allowing for seamless transitions without lengthy charging periods. 6. Ease of Use: with twist and go, reverse and cruise control on tap, our motorcycles are user-friendly, reducing the training time for new riders and keeps experienced riders focused on the task at hand. 7. Height-Adjustable Seats: Designed to accommodate riders of all sizes, ensuring comfort and enhanced control during every journey. Governments and organizations around the world are increasingly recognizing the advantages of lighter electric vehicles. Ryvid EV is proud to be at the forefront of this movement, providing practical and sustainable mobility solutions that drive both environmental and operational benefits. These partnerships are more than just business agreements—they are a shared commitment to building a cleaner, more sustainable future. We look forward to continuing our journey and expanding our positive impact globally with end customers and organizations alike.
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We’re proud to introduce the Aswan Bootcamp Series, in partnership with USAID, with the support of Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA, and Creativa innovation hubs This is a 2 weeks fee-free and equity-free program, crafted for ambitious founders in Upper Egypt with solutions in Agtech, Healthtech, E-commerce, Tourism, Climate Tech, or Sustainability. Following the bootcamp, startups will receive virtual mentorship sessions tailored to their needs. Gain access to the resources, mentorship, investment readiness, and community you need to scale and achieve your growth ambitions. The Aswan Bootcamp Series is now live and accepting applications! Don’t miss out—apply now before November 21st, 2024! https://pnptc.in/3Z1F4xi #InnovateInspireImpact
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With food recalls on the rise due to harmful pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli, #foodsafety is more critical than ever. Traditional testing methods often fall short, identifying contaminants too late. But Spore.Bio is changing the game with real-time pathogen detection powered by machine learning.?? In an exclusive interview, we sat down with Amine Raji, Co-Founder and CEO of Spore.Bio, to dive into how their breakthrough solution leverages real-time pathogen detection powered by machine learning to transform food safety standards. Backed by Plug and Play Tech Center 's investment, Spore Bio offers a faster, more reliable way for food manufacturers to safeguard their products, protect consumers, and mitigate recall risks ?? Curious to learn more? ??Read the full article;?https://lnkd.in/eXky2gFz Camilla Rizzi Clémence Pfister Antonio Grifoni
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? What an inspiring 3 days at #VERGE conference in San Jose, CA last week! A huge shout out to the 25 Climate Tech Startups to Watch in 2024! ?? Proud to see two of our Plug and Play family finalists leading the charge for a greener future: ?? Ateios Systems, led by Rajan Kumar, is revolutionizing battery production with a faster, more sustainable electrode curing process. ?? Relocalize, led by D. Wayne McIntyre, is cutting carbon in the food supply chain by deploying micro-factories next to distribution centers. Fun fact: Climate tech raised an incredible $3.4 billion in the first half of 2024 alone—making up 4.8% of all VC fundraising. ???? Let's keep up the momentum! Anna-Sophia E. Haub Robert Grey Trellis Group Plug and Play Tech Center Plug and Play Food & Beverage
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Looking forward to a sustainable 2025? Join us for EXPLORE 2025: The Innovation Journey of Tomorrow! On December 3, 2024, at Factory Hammerbrooklyn in Hamburg, we’ll be exploring the latest in #sustainableinnovation and technology. This event is designed to provide you with the insights and connections to make a lasting impact. ?? What’s in store? ??? Master the ABCs of Innovation Led by Hannah Boomgaarden, Senior Manager Open Innovation Services at Plug and Play, this session reveals the #strategies essential to building a strong foundation for innovation. ?? Create Dynamic Innovation Hubs Christian Johansson, Director of Plug and Play Sweden and former Head of #CampXConcept at Volvo Group, will guide you through creating collaborative spaces that foster innovation. ?? The Power of Emerging Technologies Timo Linnemann, Principal Ventures at Plug and Play, will present transformative #AI technologies with a focus on automation and digitization. Meet startups with #disruptive solutions that will define 2025. The Startups will be announced soon. ?? Tickets are limited – Get yours now! https://pnptc.in/4hCUxeE ?? Location: Factory Hammerbrooklyn ?? Time: 9 am - 2 pm Join us in building a sustainable future and discovering innovations that will shape the world. Let’s make 2025 the year of sustainable impact!
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