TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy
Overview
The TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy at Stanford University is a center that aims to transform the world's energy systems by supporting the research, innovation, and commercialization of sustainable energy technologies. Through its Innovation Transfer Program, it provides grants and resources to Stanford faculty, staff, and students to help bridge the gap between academic research and commercial viability, with the goal of externalizing impactful products and businesses. The center was founded in 2009 with a gift from Tom Steyer and Kat Taylor.
Portfolio Companies
13
Website
tomkat.stanford.eduInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve | Jul 2015 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Terra AI | Jun 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| SoranoAI | Sep 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| 12 Tides | - | Grant | Co-investor |
| Electroflow Technologies | Aug 2024 | Grant | - |
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FAQ
Where is TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy based?
TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy is headquartered in Stanford, California, United States.
When was TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy founded?
Founding year information for TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy have?
TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy has 13 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Twelve, Terra AI, SoranoAI, 12 Tides, Electroflow Technologies.
What was TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy's most recent investment shown here?
TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Terra AI in 2026.
What sectors does TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy focus on?
TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, FinTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy focus on?
TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy typically invests at the Early stage.