A very happy 2025 to you from all of us at BIV. Please find the Monthly Update LI below. It was a strong finish to the year, particularly from NLine Energy, Inc., HOPE Hydration, Cala Systems, TeamSolve, Daupler and Aqua Membranes, Inc. (though that list could be a lot longer). 2024 reminded us of a lot of time-honored startup wisdom, and of the folly of prediction. But predictably, we predict some things here anyway - https://lnkd.in/epN7YijK Finally, our thoughts are with the citizens of Los Angeles - if we can help those affected in any way, please let us know.
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All MA based #climatetech researchers and #startups should check out this grant opportunity! let us know if you have questions
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