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Third Derivative

North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder

Description

Third Derivative is an accelerator focused on clean energy and climate tech.

Investor Profile

Third Derivative has backed more than 17 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 12% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Convertible Note rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Indonesia, Kenya.
  • Strong thematic focus on Transportation, Energy, Biotechnology.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (47%)
  • Pre Seed (24%)
  • Convertible Note (12%)
  • Series A (12%)
  • Non Equity Assistance (6%)

Country Focus

  • United States (53%)
  • Indonesia (12%)
  • Kenya (12%)
  • United Kingdom (6%)
  • Nigeria (6%)
  • Canada (6%)
  • Italy (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Transportation
  • Energy
  • Biotechnology
  • Automotive
  • Electric Vehicle
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Public Transportation
  • Energy Storage
  • Environmental Engineering
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Third Derivative frequently co-invest with?

HAX
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Climate Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
AgFunder
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
SOSV
North America, New Jersey, United States, Princeton
Co-Investments: 3
Fashion For Good
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 1
Lifely VC
South America, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Rio De Janeiro
Co-Investments: 1
Temasek Life Sciences Accelerator
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 1
VE
North America, Colorado, United States, Snowmass Village
Co-Investments: 2
Rumah Group
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 1
Activate
North America, California, United States, Berkeley
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Third Derivative often collaborate with?

TM
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Shared Deals: 1
PP
North America, California, United States, Manhattan Beach
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Third Derivative?

Renkube

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Renkube is a business with a focus on renewable energy, and its innovators are in the field of solar panel Motion Free Optical Tracking.

Renewable EnergySolar
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
OctoLife

Delhi, Delhi, India

OctoLife is designing modular, energy-efficient cooling systems that are specifically engineered to provide thermal comfort.

ManufacturingProduct Management
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Aris Hydronics

Milwaukie, Oregon, United States

Aris Hydronics is a developer of advanced HVAC and hot water solutions designed for indoor environments.

ElectronicsHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Home AppliancesManufacturingWater
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
ChemFinity Technologies

Brooklyn, New York, United States

ChemFinity Technologies is a chemical company that offers critical metal recovery, water purification, and gas separation services.

ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturing
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Greengine Environmental Technologies

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Greengine Environmental Technologies is focused on combating climate change through innovative Microalgae-based Carbon Capture technology.

Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Torus Robotics

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Torus Robotics develops unmanned ground vehicles, robotics, and innovative powertrain technology.

Manufacturing
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Enzinc

Richmond, California, United States

Enzinc is an advanced battery developer that offers rechargeable zinc-air batteries.

BatteryElectric VehicleManufacturing
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Oort Energy

Bristol, Bristol, City of, United Kingdom

Oort Energy is a maker of hydrogen electrolyzers that uses innovative technologies to significantly reduce the cost of green hydrogen.

GreenTechNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Rewind Turbine

Gallarate, Lombardia, Italy

Rewind Turbine is a renewable energy company that aims to develop innovative systems and wind turbines for the generation of clean energy.

Clean EnergyRenewable EnergyWind Energy
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025
Zincovery

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Zincovery is a recycling company that develops eco-friendly and sustainable technology for zinc decarbonization.

Industrial Manufacturing
Non Equity AssistanceAug 26, 2025