We are obsessed with the power of the built environment, its role in our society, and its collective impacts on our climate.

By rigorously interrogating how we build and plan our cities, design our buildings, and the materials and products they’re made of, we can pave the way for climate entrepreneurs who ask, “What does the world need?”

Philosophy:

Our focus is on decarbonizing the built environment—everything people have created to live, work, and connect, such as homes, roads, schools, parks, stores, and even water systems. This "built world" accounts for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, driven largely by the construction industry.

Decarbonizing this space requires collaboration across a vast network of professionals, with the Architecture and Design community playing a critical role. We believe meaningful climate action starts with providing better, climate-centered choices for designing the built environment.

The challenge isn’t demand—designers and architects are eager for sustainable solutions. The real problem is supply. By addressing this gap, we can empower the built environment to become a driving force for climate progress.

  • Many climate-focused ideas begin within the walls of a laboratory —in whatever form that takes for you. To bridge the gap between scientific discovery and commercial viability, we work alongside founders to cultivate their visionary concepts. Through our incubation process, we provide post-lab visioning that not only identifies the potential impact of an idea but also offers early-stage support to transform these seed ideas into impactful ventures. This comprehensive approach ensures that promising research findings have the necessary guidance and resources to achieve their full potential, ultimately driving innovation and addressing critical climate challenges. And if you’re not in a lab, we’ll meet you where you are in your dreaming stage.

  • Our expertise in venture design lies in guiding you through the crucial pre-commercialization phase. We achieve this by rigorously testing your ideas against market realities. Our extensive network of built environment leaders across all sectors provides invaluable insights that inform your team's decisions. While our ultimate aim is to help you achieve focus, our priority is to ensure that your team gains the essential industry perspective to get you there.

  • A clear strategy will be your guiding force to getting your product to market in a powerful way. It takes going through the dreaming and ideation phase to get to the point where you're ready to leave certain ideas behind and focus on building and deploying. We're here to be your sounding board for achieving your vision.

  • Through our network of industry-specific investors, we assemble a strategic group to fund your seed and early-stage rounds. Our added value is that we're not just a fund; we're material nerds, architects, builders, and built environment entrepreneurs. We've been in your shoes and bring that experience to every investment.

  • Understanding how and when an idea is ready to scale is critical to its success. This requires developing the right go-to-market strategy, fostering organic growth, building a strong distribution network, assembling an effective sales team, and maintaining a clear product vision. Equally important is identifying the best type of funding to fuel growth and planning for potential exits or IPOs. Each of these elements is essential for transforming a promising idea into a scalable, sustainable success. Scaling isn’t a checklist; it’s a craft. 

    As addressable markets shift and evolve, your strategy must adapt in tandem—ideally driven by change that comes from within. Our focus is on supporting your growth at every stage of your journey, helping you navigate the path ahead with clarity and confidence.