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- 1MIT Tech Review Names 2026 Climate Tech Companies to Watch●2026 Climate Tech Companies to Watch https://www. technologyreview.com/2026/10/0 6/1143800/2026-climate-tech-companies-t
MIT Technology Review has published its list of climate tech companies to watch in 2026, highlighting startups expected to shape emissions reduction and clean technology over the coming year. The roundup is drawing attention among technology and startup circles as investors and policymakers look for which clean energy and carbon solutions will gain traction next.
- 2Germany's RobCo becomes Europe's new robotics unicorn●Europe’s new robotics unicorn: Germany’s RobCo hits $1B valuation
Munich-based robotics firm RobCo has reached a $1 billion valuation, making it Europe's newest unicorn in the robotics sector. The company, known for modular robot arms aimed at automating small and mid-sized manufacturers, is being held up as a sign that European industrial robotics startups can still attract major investment despite a cautious funding climate.
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MIT Technology Review's newsletter The Download has highlighted ten climate technology companies it considers worth watching. The roundup comes amid growing investor and policy attention on clean energy, carbon removal and other emissions-cutting technologies. Little detail beyond the list itself is available, but such selections typically spotlight startups seen as potential leaders in decarbonisation.
- 4Moment Energy turns old EV batteries into grid storage●Moment Energy and its shipping containers packed with old EV batteries (text available in “reading mode”) https://www. t
Moment Energy, a climate tech startup, is repurposing used electric vehicle batteries into storage units housed in shipping containers, giving retired packs a second life supporting the power grid. The company has been highlighted among climate tech companies to watch, drawing attention for its approach to battery reuse and sustainable energy storage.
- 5HisWay Labs raises early funding for climate-resilient rail in Africa▼HisWay Labs secures early funding for climate resilient rail travel and Africa and beyond
HisWay Labs has secured early-stage funding to develop climate-resilient rail travel, with an initial focus on Africa and plans to expand beyond the continent. The startup aims to make rail infrastructure and services better able to withstand climate impacts such as extreme heat and flooding. The investment was reported by ImpactAlpha, which covers impact-driven businesses.
- 6Vessev unveils electric hydrofoil ferry that almost flies●Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies Vessev hopes its electric hydrofoil ferry will change the way people an
New Zealand startup Vessev has built an electric hydrofoil ferry that lifts its hull above the water as it moves, cutting drag and energy use. The company hopes the design will change how people and cities think about boats and urban water transport, positioning hydrofoils as a cleaner alternative to conventional ferries.
- 7Washington climate tech founders secure funding despite AI investment squeeze▼Washington climate tech founders score funding as AI boom drains investor cash
Climate technology startups in Washington state are raising new funding rounds even as the AI boom draws investor dollars away from other sectors. Founders in the Pacific Northwest are still managing to close deals, a sign that venture capital interest in clean energy and climate innovation has not dried up entirely, though founders face a tougher environment as AI companies absorb a growing share of available cash.
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Axios has published its weekly roundup of energy and climate-related deals, covering the latest funding, mergers and investment activity in the sector. The roundup tracks which clean energy and climate startups and companies secured capital or struck agreements over the past week, offering a snapshot of where investor money is flowing in the energy transition.
- 9Six climate tech startups win funding as AI draws investors●6 climate tech startups win funding as AI draws investors
Six climate technology startups have secured new funding, according to The News. The report comes as artificial intelligence continues to attract investor attention, with venture capital flowing toward startups that combine climate solutions with AI capabilities. The companies' names and funding amounts were not detailed in the available coverage.