In recent years, the focus of engineering industries has been progressively shifting towards the development of sustainable and clean technologies. This trend, commonly known as GreenTech, emphasizes solutions that are environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. Today, we will introduce some promising companies that were established in 2015 or later, which have been contributing to the GreenTech industry, their headquarters located in the United States.
These companies are creating a substantial impact in various engineering subsections, implementing solutions that range from innovative renewable chemicals, advanced material products to carbon capture technologies. Each company harbors significant potential in reshaping a greener future and making sustainability an integral part of our lives.
By exploring these companies, we hope to highlight the vital role GreenTech plays in today’s engineering world and raise awareness about how these companies drive innovation to meet environmental challenges. Now, let’s get to know these future-shaping companies.
LOLIWARE
Located in San Jose, LOLIWARE is a trailblazer in the Advanced Materials, Biotechnology, GreenTech, and Sustainability industries. Founded by Leigh Ann Tucker and Sea Briganti, the company stands on its mission to replace single-use plastics with green, seaweed-derived alternatives. Their endeavor aims to reduce the carbon footprint and make the environment plastic-free. Check them on LinkedIn
Bubble Paper
Founded by Benjamin Moore, Bubble Paper, based out of Greenville, South Carolina, specializes in GreenTech, Manufacturing, Packaging Services, and Sustainability. They provide optimized paper-based packaging solutions using a proprietary process to enhance sustainability. You can follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Ayas Renewables
Ayas Renewables is an Alabama-based, green chemistry company producing bio-renewable chemicals. Founded by Joe McGrail, Mark Tegen, and William Sutterlin, the company’s bio-renewable products are a green and cost-effective replacement for petroleum-based counterparts. Check their activities on LinkedIn.
Solugen
Based in Houston, Texas, Solugen is a venture-backed biotech company that creates plant-derived substitutes for petroleum-based products. Founders Gaurab Chakrabarti and Sean Hunt foresaw the potential of combining fermentation with petrochemical processing for creating a carbon-negative molecular manufacturing platform. You can follow them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Air Company
Air Company, a New York-based GreenTech company found by Gregory Constantine and Staff Sheehan, has astoundingly created products from carbon dioxide (CO2). They developed a patented Carbon Conversion Reactor that uses CO2, water, and renewable energy to create carbon-negative alcohols and fuels. Check them out on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Plant Prefab
Located in Rialto, California, Plant Prefab, founded by Steve Glenn, is a building technology company that focuses on sustainable design, materials, and operations. They employ advanced digital modeling and customizable modules for faster, efficient housing assembly. You can follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
AirSpeQ
Launched by David Woolsey, AirSpeQ, situated in Berkeley, California, is working on commercializing sensors for fine particulate matter detection, which is a big leap in environmental monitoring. You can follow their developments on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Skycool Systems
Founded by Aaswath Raman, Eli Goldstein, and Shanhui Fan, Skycool Systems, based in Mountain View, California, is revolutionizing the cooling systems industry. The company is pioneering the development of radiative cooling technology through innovative optical films. Check them out on Twitter and LinkedIn.
INroof.solar
INroof.solar, based in Amesbury, Massachusetts, is committed to creating solar roof systems that aesthetically and functionally integrate into housing architecture. Their Nor’easter solar metal roof panels provide an optimized cooling mechanism compatible with multiple heating systems. Follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn.
UCapture
Founded by Avery Michaelson and Mark Siadat, UCapture, based in New York, is a green-tech platform that funds carbon offset projects to combat climate change. Their browser extension allows users to save money by automatically applying coupon codes at checkout. Check them out on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
RIZOME
RIZOME, based in Bradenton, Florida, is a revolutionary company operating in multiple sectors like Agriculture, Building Material, CleanTech, Construction, Green Building, GreenTech, and Smart Building. Founded by David Sands, Frederick Murrell, Russell Smith, and Troy Carter, RIZOME is committed to manufacturing sustainable products. Follow their progress on Twitter.
