Innovation Incubator
Overview
The Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2) is a $55 million energy technology program funded by Wells Fargo & Company and co-administered by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). IN2 advances innovative energy solutions from concept to commercialization, fostering collaboration across a growing ecosystem of entrepreneurs, industry stakeholders, and research institutions. IN2 supports startups in commercial buildings, affordable housing, and sustainable agriculture technologies with product development and validation.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75F | Sep 2019 | Series A | Co-investor |
| NeoCharge | May 2021 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| CorePower Magnetics | Apr 2022 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| New West Genetics | Jul 2021 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Blip Energy | Jan 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Innovation Incubator based?
Innovation Incubator is headquartered in Golden, Colorado, United States.
When was Innovation Incubator founded?
Innovation Incubator was founded in 2014.
How many portfolio companies does Innovation Incubator have?
Innovation Incubator has 24 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Innovation Incubator's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include 75F, NeoCharge, CorePower Magnetics, New West Genetics, Blip Energy.
What was Innovation Incubator's most recent investment shown here?
Innovation Incubator's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Blip Energy in 2026.
What sectors does Innovation Incubator focus on?
Innovation Incubator focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Sustainability, Real Estate & PropTech, Energy & Sustainability, FinTech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Real Estate & PropTech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Real Estate & PropTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Innovation Incubator focus on?
Innovation Incubator typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Innovation Incubator's AUM?
Innovation Incubator's assets under management are estimated between $50.0M and $100.0M.