Fortistar
VC Fund
White Plains, United States
Fortistar is a VC fund in White Plains focused on Manufacturing and Energy. Headquartered in White Plains, New York, Fortistar is an opportunity-oriented, private investment and energy asset management firm that is distinguished by its experienced people with a deep understanding of energy operations, financing and development. Fortistar owns and operates lower carbon energy generating companies in The United States andCanada that support the transition to a low carbon economy. These companies include cogeneration facilities; compressed natural gas fueling stations; landfill power plants; projects that reduce carbon in industrial facilities, and biomass facilities.
- Total investments:
- 14
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 21%
Last updated:
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Industries Fortistar invests in
ManufacturingEnergyEnergy StorageRenewable EnergyHardware
Stages Fortistar invests in
Series BSeries CFunding RoundVenture - Series UnknownSeries A
Countries Fortistar invests in
United States
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
Mark Comora
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Manufacturing 5 (36%)
- Energy 4 (29%)
- Energy Storage 3 (21%)
- Renewable Energy 3 (21%)
- Hardware 2 (14%)
Stage
- Series B 2 (14%)
- Series C 2 (14%)
- Funding Round 2 (14%)
- Venture - Series Unknown 2 (14%)
- Series A 1 (7%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mark Comora
Founder & President
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Founder & President | Total investments: 2 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Nanoramic Laboratories
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Nanoramic Laboratories develops energy storage technologies and materials, centering on its proprietary Neocarbonix electrode platform. The company provides an electrode solution that substitutes traditional PVDF binders and N-methylpyrrolidone solvent with a conductive 3D carbon binding structure, enabling lithium-ion batteries that offer greaterenergy density, faster charging, reduced manufacturing energy, and improved recyclability. The technology integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, supporting various battery applications, from electric vehicles to consumer electronics and stationary storage. Nanoramic also offers ultracapacitor and thermal interface products derived from its advanced carbon materials expertise, supporting enhanced power delivery and heat management in diverse uses. | $54M / Nov 17, 2025 | |
RISE Robotics
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RISE Robotics is a technology company that develops fluid-free motion control systems for heavy machinery. The company makes the electrification, teleoperation, and automation of heavy machinery economically viable using its hydraulic replacement technology called Beltdraulic. It is a belt-and-pulley-based linear actuation technology thatreplicates—and in some cases surpasses—the force and precision of hydraulic systems, without using oil. This innovation enables machines to operate faster, more efficiently, and with lower emissions while reducing operational costs.RISE Robotics also offers design and implementation support, working closely with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and the U.S. Department of Defense to integrate Beltdraulic solutions into existing systems. Its mission emphasizes boosting machine productivity, reducing maintenance needs, and promoting environmental sustainability through cutting-edge actuation technology. | $1.5M / Series A / Apr 24, 2025 | |
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Nanoramic Laboratories
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Nanoramic Laboratories develops energy storage technologies and materials, centering on its proprietary Neocarbonix electrode platform. The company provides an electrode solution that substitutes traditional PVDF binders and N-methylpyrrolidone solvent with a conductive 3D carbon binding structure, enabling lithium-ion batteries that offer greaterenergy density, faster charging, reduced manufacturing energy, and improved recyclability. The technology integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, supporting various battery applications, from electric vehicles to consumer electronics and stationary storage. Nanoramic also offers ultracapacitor and thermal interface products derived from its advanced carbon materials expertise, supporting enhanced power delivery and heat management in diverse uses. | $44M / Venture - Series Unknown / Dec 12, 2024 | |
Vestaron
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Vestaron produces insecticides for agriculture, animal health, non-crop, and commercial pest control applications. Vestaron Corporation develops and produces insecticides by employing peptides sourced from spiders in the United States. Its products are used in agriculture, animal health, and specialty non-crop applications, as well as in-householdinsects and commercial pest control applications. Vestaron Corporation was formerly known as Venomix, Inc. and changed its name to Vestaron Corporation in August 2009. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan. | $10M / Series C / Aug 25, 2022 | |
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Vestaron
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Vestaron produces insecticides for agriculture, animal health, non-crop, and commercial pest control applications. Vestaron Corporation develops and produces insecticides by employing peptides sourced from spiders in the United States. Its products are used in agriculture, animal health, and specialty non-crop applications, as well as in-householdinsects and commercial pest control applications. Vestaron Corporation was formerly known as Venomix, Inc. and changed its name to Vestaron Corporation in August 2009. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan. | $82M / Series C / May 16, 2022 | |
Titan Advanced Energy Solutions
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Titan Advanced Energy Solutions (Titan) develops advanced battery management systems for lithium-ion batteries (LiB).Their patented ultrasound technology provides over 99% SoH/SoC accuracy over the life of the battery. The benefits of this dramatically improved accuracy are significant: at least 20% increase in charge capacity and 125%increase in battery life. The technology also provides unprecedented safety monitoring and control, real-time cell level monitoring and balancing. Suitable for automotive, ESS and consumer markets, Titan’s ultrasound ionView™ technology is priced comparably to traditional solutions, while adding significant benefits to manufacturers, integrators, producers and consumers. | $33M / Series B / Nov 16, 2021 | |
Skyryse
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Skyryse is an aerospace technology company that develops pilot assistance and autonomous flight systems designed to support safer, more accessible helicopter operations. The company’s technology integrates flight control software, sensors, and interface systems that help pilots execute complex maneuvers with enhanced precision and situationalawareness, particularly in challenging environments such as urban, offshore, or emergency response missions. Skyryse provides solutions that automate key phases of flight, including takeoff, navigation, and landing, by translating high-level inputs into coordinated control actions that align with aircraft performance and safety parameters. The company also works with OEMs, operators, and regulatory partners to certify and deploy its systems within existing rotorcraft platforms, enabling integration with avionics, mission planning, and training workflows. Its platform supports real-time data processing, redundancy management, and human-machine interaction design to assist crews while maintaining compliance with aviation safety standards. Skyryse engages with technical teams and stakeholders across civil, commercial, and public safety aviation sectors to advance adoption of automated flight capabilities that enhance operational consistency and pilot effectiveness. | $200M / Series B / Oct 27, 2021 | |
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Nanoramic Laboratories
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Nanoramic Laboratories develops energy storage technologies and materials, centering on its proprietary Neocarbonix electrode platform. The company provides an electrode solution that substitutes traditional PVDF binders and N-methylpyrrolidone solvent with a conductive 3D carbon binding structure, enabling lithium-ion batteries that offer greaterenergy density, faster charging, reduced manufacturing energy, and improved recyclability. The technology integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, supporting various battery applications, from electric vehicles to consumer electronics and stationary storage. Nanoramic also offers ultracapacitor and thermal interface products derived from its advanced carbon materials expertise, supporting enhanced power delivery and heat management in diverse uses. | Venture - Series Unknown / Oct 12, 2021 | |
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Nanoramic Laboratories
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Nanoramic Laboratories develops energy storage technologies and materials, centering on its proprietary Neocarbonix electrode platform. The company provides an electrode solution that substitutes traditional PVDF binders and N-methylpyrrolidone solvent with a conductive 3D carbon binding structure, enabling lithium-ion batteries that offer greaterenergy density, faster charging, reduced manufacturing energy, and improved recyclability. The technology integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, supporting various battery applications, from electric vehicles to consumer electronics and stationary storage. Nanoramic also offers ultracapacitor and thermal interface products derived from its advanced carbon materials expertise, supporting enhanced power delivery and heat management in diverse uses. | Venture - Series Unknown / Oct 12, 2021 | |
Ambri
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Ambri (formerly Liquid Metal Battery Corporation (LMBC)) is an early-stage company working to develop and commercialize a new battery technology that revolutionizes grid-scale power storage. Ambri is known for its liquid metal battery technology, which aims to revolutionize the energy storage industry. Their batteries are designed to be low-cost,long-lasting, and capable of storing large amounts of energy, making them ideal for use in renewable energy systems, grid stabilization, and other large-scale energy applications. | $144M / Aug 09, 2021 | |
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FAQ
What does Fortistar invest in?
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