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Industrial Maintenance Services in Operational Improvement and Operational Maintenance Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030 https://lnkd.in/dKFk6ha #innovation #management #technology #creativity #entrepreneurship #sustainability #inspiration #insights #outbreak #impact

I’m glad to share the project I worked on: Startup Business Plan for Energy Solutions. This plan is designed to empower the company in the energy sector by providing the insights and resources necessary for their success. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/dxsVbVV9 #StartupGuide #SustainableEconomy

At Harpoon Ventures, we’re all about finding game-changers—companies that tackle big problems head-on with real solutions. That’s exactly what we saw in Electroflow Technologies. Lithium powers everything from electric cars to renewable energy storage, but the way it’s being pulled out of the ground today is inefficient and bad for the environment. That’s where Electroflow comes in. They’ve built a better way to extract lithium—one that taps into low-grade sources and slashes the environmental footprint. Instead of relying on high-concentration sources or massive, water-hungry mines, they’re pulling lithium from low-grade saltwater brines—an untapped resource that’s abundant and cleaner to extract from. Less water, less land, and way more efficient. Electroflow is rethinking how lithium gets produced and, more importantly, how we meet skyrocketing demand without wrecking the planet. They’re opening up a whole new supply that’s been sitting untouched because nobody else had the right tech. We backed Electroflow because they’ve got a solution that’s not only smart but necessary. They’re set to play a major role in shaping the future of lithium production, and we’re thrilled to be part of that journey. ⇀

Nanoramic, Inc., a pioneer in advanced battery technology, today announced a successful $44 million financing. The round was co-led by GM Ventures and Catalus Capital, with participation from Samsung Venture Investment, Top Material, and existing investors, including Fortistar Capital and WindSail Capital Group LLC. The investment will significantly bolster Nanoramic's efforts to commercialize its groundbreaking Neocarbonix® technology across a broad range of industries and applications. Nanoramic's proprietary Neocarbonix® technology breaks down key barriers to mass electrification, targeting dramatic improvements in cost, performance, and sustainability of batteries. The technology is a PFAS ("forever chemical")-free solution for lithium-ion batteries and eliminates the need for conventional NMP solvents, allowing for sustainable solvent alternatives for improved manufacturing worker safety. Neocarbonix® offers a powerful and practical solution for battery manufacturers to stay ahead of the curve and be at the forefront of environmentally friendly battery manufacturing. It drops into existing manufacturing lines for rapid adoption under Nanoramic's flexible and asset-light business model. https://lnkd.in/eZHnKyJ4

Investment in #constructiontechnology surged by 20% year-over-year for Q1 2024, reaching $672 million. An intriguing shift noted by Cemex Ventures is the move from numerous smaller early-stage deals in 2023 to a smaller number of larger and later-stage deals so far in 2024. Notably, a significant portion of these investments is directed towards #digitalsolutions driving #productivity and #greenconstruction. Among the noteworthy #deals and #capitalraises in the sector are #investments in Australian, US, and MENA companies. Key highlights include $70 million into HammerTech , $19 million into Adaptive, $16 million into Clearstory.build, $15 million into Buildots, $6.7 million into KC8 Capture Technologies, and $2.9 million into Cambridge Electric Cement.

👏🏽 Congratulations to Cambridge Electric Cement, a low carbon, recycled #cement #spinout that has announced £2.25m in seed funding to industrialise production of its sustainable cement. And we’re pleased to confirm that Poppy Brewer Co-Founder and COO will be speaking at our upcoming #FIVengage event with Sensicon Ventures for innovators, spinouts, start-ups, and investors in the #FoundationIndustries. 🏗 #Concrete is a critical material in our built environment, and we use half a tonne of it every year for every person on the planet. But it’s responsible for 7.5% of total #carbonemissions – triple that of aviation. 🌍 Decarbonising cement (the energy and carbon intensive part of concrete) is a massive challenge and CEC’s innovative #technology offers a solution. The company was founded in 2022 when researchers from the University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering made an #innovation breakthrough, the substitution of recovered cement paste (RCP) for the lime used in the #steel recycling process. Crucially, they proved that electric arc furnaces provided the right conditions to reactivate RCP extracted from old concrete waste, without interfering with the steel process. This co-production avoids kiln-related energy and calcination process emissions from cement production and leverages existing steelmaking infrastructure. 🌱 Their pioneering technology produces a direct replacement for current Portland Cement without the negative carbon impact. With current rates of steel recycling their low carbon cement could produce as much as a quarter of UK demand. And as electric arc furnaces expand in the future powered by renewable energy, emissions from cement could be eliminated. They’ve been trialling the process at a small-scale electric arc furnace Materials Processing Institute which is also home to our first #FIVe #Incubator. The process is now being replicated in an industrial-scale electric arc furnace. 📢 🔔 💡 If you’re an #innovator, #startup or #spinout working in the FIs then please join us at our event on July 23rd to hear Poppy talk about their innovation journey from a £6.5m demonstrator project backed by Innovate UK Business Connect UK (who are also speaking at the event) to the start of their #commercialisation journey with early #investors and #industry partners, and now £2.5m #seedfunding. 💥 👇🏽 You can register here 👇🏽 💥

Again , a carbon utilisation company, has raised $43M in Series A funding to turn industrial CO₂ into green chemicals. Led by GV (Google Ventures) and HV Capital, this funding will expand Again’s production capacity and product portfolio. Dive into Cate Lawrence’s article on Tech.eu to learn how Again’s technology is revolutionizing the petrochemical industry and reducing emissions. https://lnkd.in/ewhZY_vm #lifesciences

This new funding from Clime Capital will bolster Mober Technology Pte., Inc.’s fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) to 238 and help establish a new 3,000 sqm charging facility by early 2025 that will support the EVs during long-haul operations. Speaking about the funding, Dennis Ng, CEO of Mober, stated, “Having Clime Capital as an investor adds significant credibility to Mober and solidifies our commitment to sustainability. This partnership not only enhances our reputation but also accelerates our progress towards achieving our ambitious sustainability goals. We are deeply thankful to Mason and Joshua for their trust and commitment to our vision.” Meanwhile, Joshua Kramer, CFA, chief investment officer at Clime Capital, said, “We are delighted to provide much-needed capital in this first-of-a-kind EV investment in the Philippines. Clime Capital’s blended finance model enables clean-energy entrepreneurs to scale their businesses to achieve financial sustainability while also generating positive environmental impacts.” Mason W., chief operating officer at Clime Capital, further added, “Mober’s ambition to provide fully electric B2B delivery services is a compelling example of a first-mover business that can accelerate the low carbon transition through our strategic investment. Clime Capital’s purpose is to help these businesses accelerate their growth.” #startups #funding #sustainability  ------ -[Awards] MARKETECH APAC is launching its inaugural "Marketing Technology Awards" where we recognise the groundbreaking achievements in marketing technology, uniting the brands and tech organisations within the region’s marketing community. Learn how your brand can be a part of it by checking it more details HERE: https://bit.ly/3SVtoIa -[Newsletter] To learn more about the latest news, trends and insights in the technology industry, subscribe to UpTech Media’s newsletter by filling out this form: https://lnkd.in/eKr8Se4y

How will the next generation of battery technology shape our future? 🔋🚀 The U.S. government has made a massive investment in the future of energy storage, granting $3 billion to 25 battery tech startups nationwide. This funding is more than just a financial boost; it’s a catalyst for innovation that could transform multiple industries, from electric vehicles to renewable energy. The startups are expected to create 18,000 new jobs, building a workforce ready to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, like reducing carbon emissions and improving grid reliability. These investments are aimed at boosting the U.S. economy and positioning the country as a global leader in sustainable technology. As these startups bring their cutting-edge solutions to market, we could see breakthroughs that make clean energy more efficient, affordable, and accessible. Imagine a future where electric vehicles can be charged in minutes or renewable energy can be stored and used on-demand, thanks to advancements in battery technology. 🔗 Read the full article here (https://lnkd.in/gA9KZgrT) What do you think about this initiative? Could this be the push to move closer to a sustainable energy future, or do we need to see even more investment in this critical area? Let’s discuss it! #BatteryTech #Innovation #Startups #Funding #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #TechNews