Funded Startups & Projects

Bambili Energy is a South African black-owned and managed clean energy solution provider. It is committed to providing clean and flexible energy solutions. It holds interest in Hyplat, which produces MEAs, the most critial and valuable element in a fuel cell.

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Green X Engineering is an energy consultancy company focusing on all aspects of the green energy lifecycle from LED retrofits, renewable energy solutions, carbon reduction, energy performance certification and solar PV and other renewable components. The core activity of the business is the processing and analysis of building-energy data.

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HYENA is a spin-out company from the Department of
Chemical Engineering at the University of Cape Town. HYENA has developed the POWER POD as a solution to deploy fuel cell technology into Africa, where hydrogen distribution is all but non-existent. HYENA’s POWER POD is a diesel generator replacement technology that produces on-site, on-demand and reliable electricity.

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MiDesk Global is a social innovation organization dedicated to transforming education for children affected by poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and rural challenges. Inspired by the simple yet powerful idea that every child deserves a dignified learning space, MiDesk developed a portable, multi-functional desk that doubles as a school bag and chair, equipped with solar lighting, USB charging, and made from durable, sustainable materials. By bridging the gap between home and school environments, MiDesk Global empowers learners, promotes educational equity, and uplifts communities, ensuring

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