Rocky Mountain Institute
2317 Snowmass Creek Road, Snowmass, CO, 81654, United States
Overview
Rocky Mountain Institute is an independent, non-partisan nonprofit that drives the efficient and restorative use of resources. Co-founded in 1982 by Amory Lovins, its Chairman Emeritus and Chief Scientist, RMI now has approximately 80 full-time staff, annual operations of $16 million, and a global reach and reputation. RMI advances market-based solutions, engaging businesses, communities, and institutions to cost-effectively shift to efficiency and renewables. We employ rigorous research, analysis, and whole-systems expertise to develop breakthrough insights. We then convene and collaborate with diverse partners—business, government, academic, nonprofit, philanthropic, and military—to accelerate and scale solutions. RMI's strategic focus is transforming global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.
- Total investments
- 1
- Lead investments
- 0
- Investments · 12mo
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- Active investors
- 0
Sector focus
- Career Planning
- Education
- Non Profit
- Renewable Energy
Investment portfolio
- Black Bear Energy
Participated · Series A · Jul 2016
Black Bear Energy is a Boulder, CO-based technology-enabled energy services company that represents commercial renewable energy buyers. It acts as a buyer’s representative for large property owners and users in their procurement of renewable energy and clean technology. The company currently serves clients with over one billion square feet of property. Co-founded by Drew Torbin and Kim Saylors-Laster, Black Bear intends to use proceeds to advance its software capabilities and expand its offerings to renewable energy buyers. The company completed a $2.5M Series A financing led by Boulder Ventures with participation from Rocky Mountain Institute. The funding is intended to accelerate adoption of clean energy among commercial and industrial properties.
Team
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