Third Derivative

Third Derivative

Boulder, Coloradothird-derivative.org

Overview

Third Derivative is a global climate technology accelerator founded by RMI and New Energy Nexus that finds, funds, and scales climate tech innovation. It focuses on early-stage (pre-seed to Series A) startups in hard-to-decarbonize sectors, offering investment and access to a network of investors and corporate partners.

Year Founded

2020

Portfolio Companies

39

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
NOC EnergyApr 2026SeedCo-investor
Metal Light Inc.Feb 2026AcceleratorCo-investor
Flux XIINov 2025SeedCo-investor
Greengine Environmental Technologies Private LimitedAug 2025AcceleratorCo-investor
CERT SystemsApr 2025AcceleratorCo-investor

Key People

Carie Davis

Principal, Corporate Engagement

Juan Estalella Girón

Manager, Corporate Investor Engagement

Kip Stringfellow

Investor Mentor

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersBoulder, Colorado
Year Founded2020

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