Since launching in 2018, the Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by the National Laboratory of the Rockies (GCxN) has prioritized supporting startups driving innovation in the energy space, with rotating technology focus areas that span the energy continuum from generation to transmission and distribution.
GCxN’s goal is to help startups meet critical milestones to advance to the next stage of development, accelerating their time to market while minimizing the risks associated with commercializing technology.
AIRCO (formerly Air Company) AIRCO patented a process that mimics photosynthesis in a way that is more efficient and faster at purifying air. This technology transforms carbon dioxide from the air into impurity-free alcohols that can be used in spirits, fragrances, sanitizers, and a variety of consumer industries.
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AllCell Technologies makes lithium-ion batteries safer and faster to charge with a patented passive thermal management material. The phase change composite (PCC) material incorporated in their lithium-ion battery packs is used to spread and absorb heat as the batteries cycle and generate heat.
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Alumina Energy develops HEATER (heat exchanger and thermal energy reservoir), a cogeneration solution for industrial customers that is economical, flexible, and reliable.
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Antora Energy created groundbreaking, low-cost thermal batteries for grid-scale, long-duration energy storage. Current technology can store a few hours of power while Antora Energy’s technology can store multiple days’ worth of energy.
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Aquora Biosystems has developed a next-generation organic waste biorefinery that produces in-demand biofuels that overcome current feedstock and cost limitations.
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BattGenie provides software solutions for battery management systems to enable faster charging and longer battery cycle life for electric vehicles and grid storage battery applications.
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BlueDot Photonics works to develop the next generation of solar panels made of perovskite materials, with the goal of increasing output by at least 10%.
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CO-Z by Hygge Power offers reliable energy through its in-home network of small storage devices. CO-Z enables users to manage their power through outage, price, and carbon alerts on a smartphone application.
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Consolidated Carbon develops industrial hemp-based materials for sectors including oil and gas, mining, transportation, and packaging by advancing the regenerative cultivation, processing, and application of this versatile agricultural feedstock while preserving food production.
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DTE Materials developed a technology that converts agricultural and forest waste into sustainable, carbon-negative construction materials.
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Electrical Grid Monitoring (EGM) aims to digitize the grid and integrate distributed energy resources by mitigating major grid challenges.
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Electrified Thermal Solutions focuses on developing the Joule Hive: a new energy storage technology that converts surplus zero-carbon electricity into heat.
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eXoZymes (formerly Invizyne Technologies) is a cell-free enzyme platform that enhances biomass conversions, vastly improving the economics of bio-based chemical production.
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Hexas Biomass created a nature-based alternative for wood, food crops, and fossil fuel-based feedstocks for biofuel production.
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Icarus RT creates a hybrid solar-thermal photovoltaic system that stores and uses leftover “waste heat” from solar panels to generate power on demand. This significantly increases power output per panel and lowers overall cost per kilowatt.
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Induction Food Systems heats flowing fluids from the middle-out instead of the outside-in. This breaks fluid heating bottlenecks across industry processes which improves productivity and generates operational efficiency.
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Intertie has developed a modular smart grid technology, the EV ChargePod, that advances the "Grid of the Future" by simultaneously delivering ultra-fast EV charging, intelligent storage, solar integration and other electric services, while improving grid reliability and raising utilization.
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Ionomr Innovations is developing ion-exchange membranes and polymers used for electrochemical applications in order to reduce the use of cost-prohibitive and toxic materials. Its membranes and polymers come from a hydrocarbon base, making them fully recyclable, recoverable, and bioaccumulative.
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Jolt Energy Storage uses organic compounds to develop safer and more efficient flow batteries with the same large-scale storage capabilities as lithium-ion, but at a lower cost.
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Liminal Insights pioneered a battery intelligence platform that combines ultrasound and data analytics to deliver unique insights across the value chain. Their patented technology enables customers to build dependable, safe batteries and deliver premier performance at a lower cost.
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Microgrid Labs is developing a modeling, simulation and optimization software platform for fleet managers to help them make decisions about how to cost-effectively and quickly electrify their multi-vehicle fleets, such as city bus agencies, school bus fleets and commercial truck operators.
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Phlair's load-flexible, electrochemical process extracts targeted molecules directly from ambient air with scalable, cost-efficient performance.
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RenewCO2’s electrocatalytic conversion technology uses water and electricity to convert carbon dioxide into essential fuels and chemicals for industrial customers.
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Resonant Link provides high-speed wireless power for a range of industries and products, from electric forklifts to medical devices.
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SKYRE develops electrochemical systems for the industrial sector that convert targeted air molecules into fuels and chemicals.
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Sora Fuel produces jet fuel by converting air into low-cost, scalable synthetic fuel without feedstock constraints or impacts on agriculture.
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SPAN is reinventing and redesigning the in-home electrical panel. They aim to dramatically accelerate advanced energy adoption with its smart electric panel.
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Versogen develops a breakthrough electrolyzer technology that uses water and advanced energy to produce green hydrogen at scale in a reliable and affordable way. Versogen’s systems are built around its patented anion exchange membranes and earth-abundant materials.
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ZILA BioWorks developed a bio-epoxy resin from hemp seed oil that has a 60% smaller carbon footprint than petroleum-based epoxies.
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