Our Partnerships
PARTNERING ACROSS THE VALUE CHAIN...
Technology Development
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- PARTNER SINCEJanuary 2022
- PARTNER TYPEResearch & Development
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.ornl.gov
- PARTNER LOCATIONOak Ridge, TN; USA
- PARTNER LEADRadu Custelcean
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
ABOUT PARTNER
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a leading research facility focused on scientific and technical challenges in energy, environment, and national security. Founded in 1943, ORNL excels in advanced materials, supercomputing, and collaborative innovation. As the largest multi-disciplinary lab in the U.S. Department of Energy system, it continues to drive scientific discovery and technological advancement.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene and Oak Ridge partner together on foundational characterization of Holocene's DAC technology as part of a DOE grant. Researchers at Oak Ridge first discovered and patented this unique chemistry to be applied to DAC. Holocene is also a member of ORNL's "Innovation Crossroads" program.
Spark Incubator
- PARTNER SINCEAugust 2022
- PARTNER TYPELabs & Mentorship
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.tnresearchpark.org
- PARTNER LOCATIONKnoxville, TN; USA
- PARTNER LEADLilly Tench
Spark Incubator
ABOUT PARTNER
The Spark Incubator Program is dedicated to fostering early-stage startups and entrepreneurial ventures. Located within the Tennessee Research Park, the program offers mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities to help innovators transform their ideas into viable businesses. By supporting diverse industries and leveraging the university's expertise, the Spark Incubator Program aims to drive economic growth and innovation in the region.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene is a member of the Spark Incubator Program, which was key in its decision to locate in Knoxville, TN. Holocene's world-class organic chemistry laboratory sits within the UT Research Park courtesy of its membership in the Spark Incubator Program.
Stanford Climate Ventures
- PARTNER SINCEAugust 2021
- PARTNER TYPETechnology Innovation
- PARTNER WEBSITE scv.stanford.edu
- PARTNER LOCATIONPalo Alto, CA; USA
- PARTNER LEADDave Danielson
Stanford Climate Ventures
ABOUT PARTNER
Stanford Climate Ventures is an educational initiative focused on fostering entrepreneurial solutions to climate change. Housed within Stanford University, the program combines academic coursework, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help students develop and launch climate tech startups. By nurturing innovation and providing access to resources, Stanford Climate Ventures aims to drive impactful technologies and business models that address global environmental challenges.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene was originally incubated within Stanford Climate Ventures while its CEO Anca Timofte and President Keeton Ross were both students at Stanford Graduate School of Business. The Holocene team still regularly engages with, and promotes, the work ongoing by Stanford Climate Ventures.
Project Development
Tennessee Valley Authority
- PARTNER SINCEAugust 2022
- PARTNER TYPESiting & Energy Supply
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.tva.com
- PARTNER LOCATIONKnoxville, TN; USA
- PARTNER LEADAndrew Campbell
Tennessee Valley Authority
ABOUT PARTNER
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is a federally owned corporation providing electricity for business customers and local power companies. Established in 1933, TVA's mission includes energy production, environmental stewardship, and economic development across the Tennessee Valley region. TVA operates a diverse energy portfolio, including nuclear, hydro, and renewable sources. Through its comprehensive services, TVA supports the growth and prosperity of the communities it serves.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
The TVA, headquartered in Knoxville, is a close supporter of Holocene. Holocene and the TVA collaborate in discussions around future siting of Holocene's DAC facilities, facilities that fit nicely with TVA's operating footprint and facilities that could support the TVA in its long term net zero goals.
Utilization & Sequestration
Advanced Resources International
- PARTNER SINCEOctober 2023
- PARTNER TYPEGeologic Injection
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.adv-res.com
- PARTNER LOCATIONWashington, DC.; USA
- PARTNER LEADDavid E. Riestenberg
Advanced Resources International
ABOUT PARTNER
Advanced Resources International (ARI) is a leading consultancy specializing in energy and environmental solutions. With expertise in unconventional gas, enhanced oil recovery, and carbon sequestration, ARI provides innovative strategies and technologies to meet global energy needs. The company collaborates with industry, government, and research organizations to drive sustainable energy advancements and environmental stewardship.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
ARI is a leading consultancy and Class VI well developer who is involved in numerous Class VI wells across the country for the purposes of CO2 injection and long term sequestration. Holocene and ARI also co-founded the Knoxville-based "Getting Vuggy With It" collective, that focuses on promoting deeper understanding, community, and education around CCUS topics.
Absolute Climate
- PARTNER SINCEDecember 2023
- PARTNER TYPEMRV & Quality Assurance
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.absoluteclimate.com
- PARTNER LOCATIONSan Francisco, CA; USA
- PARTNER LEADPeter Minor
Absolute Climate
ABOUT PARTNER
Absolute Climate is the carbon removal industry’s first quality assurance provider. Powered by an industry-wide quality standard and on-site monitoring technology, we ensure climate projects achieve their promised climate impact. Absolute Climate is setting the standard to instill each carbon removal credit with its true climate worth.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene is working with Absolute Climate for monitoring, verification, and reporting for its carbon dioxide removal services (CDR) that are being sold and marketed to leading corporations such as Stripe, Shopify, and Google.
Ecosystem Development
Carbon Business Council
- PARTNER SINCEOctober 2023
- PARTNER TYPEIndustry-Level Advocacy
- PARTNER WEBSITE www.carbonbusinesscouncil.org
- PARTNER LOCATIONWashington, DC.; USA
- PARTNER LEADBen Rubin
Carbon Business Council
ABOUT PARTNER
The Carbon Business Council is a coalition dedicated to accelerating the carbon management industry's growth and impact. By uniting companies and stakeholders, the council promotes innovation, policy advocacy, and best practices in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). Through collaboration and knowledge sharing, the Carbon Business Council aims to drive sustainable solutions for reducing atmospheric carbon and combating climate change.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene is a proud member of the Carbon Business Council and supports its ecosystem development and advocacy initiatives to promote the growth and equitable development of the carbon management industry.
Direct Air Capture Coalition
- PARTNER SINCESeptember 2023
- PARTNER TYPEIndustry-Level Advocacy
- PARTNER WEBSITE daccoalition.org
- PARTNER LOCATIONNew York, NY; USA
- PARTNER LEADJason Hochmann
Direct Air Capture Coalition
ABOUT PARTNER
The Direct Air Capture Coalition is an alliance committed to advancing the development and deployment of direct air capture (DAC) technology. By bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers, the coalition fosters collaboration to scale up DAC solutions for removing CO2 from the atmosphere. Through advocacy, education, and innovation, the Direct Air Capture Coalition aims to address climate change and promote sustainable carbon management practices.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene is a proud member of the Direct Air Capture Coalition and supports its ecosystem development and advocacy initiatives to promote the growth and equitable development of the DAC industry.
Venture For ClimateTech
- PARTNER SINCEJune 2022
- PARTNER TYPEMentorship & Acceleration
- PARTNER WEBSITE forclimatetech.org
- PARTNER LOCATIONNew York, NY; USA
- PARTNER LEADDevin Sandon
Venture For ClimateTech
ABOUT PARTNER
Venture For ClimateTech is an accelerator program dedicated to supporting early-stage climate technology startups. By providing funding, mentorship, and resources, the program helps entrepreneurs develop and scale innovative solutions to address climate change. Through its comprehensive support system, Venture For ClimateTech aims to accelerate the commercialization of breakthrough technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Venture For ClimateTech was an early supporter of Holocene through its accelerator program focused on business fundamentals. Holocene and Venture For ClimateTech continue to collaborate on its Community Benefits Planning and DEI engagement connected to Holocene's DOE grant award.
Open Air Collective
- PARTNER SINCEFebruary 2024
- PARTNER TYPEEducation & Advocacy
- PARTNER WEBSITE openaircollective.com
- PARTNER LOCATIONNew York, NY; USA
- PARTNER LEADToby Bryce
Open Air Collective
ABOUT PARTNER
The OpenAir Collective is a global community dedicated to advancing direct air capture (DAC) and other carbon removal technologies. Through collaborative projects, advocacy, and open-source innovation, the collective aims to accelerate the development and deployment of scalable solutions for reducing atmospheric CO2. By engaging a diverse network of volunteers, experts, and stakeholders, the OpenAir Collective fosters grassroots efforts to combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
ABOUT OUR WORK TOGETHER
Holocene supports the work of the OpenAir Collective, a community based organization promoting science and development around carbon dioxide removal. Holocene's CEO, Anca Timofte, presented about Holocene's DAC technology on one of OpenAir's ongoing CDR series (link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peAi8ge21s4)