218 companies helping retail leaders make last-mile operations faster, cheaper, and more efficient

Rising shipping costs combined with shoppers’ expectations of fast and free delivery are impacting retailers’ profitability. This Market Map looks at the companies helping retail leaders — like Walmart and American Eagle — optimize their last-mile operations.

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November 3, 2022

The Future of the Oil Field: How technology will boost oil well performance & sustainability

We dive into the oil field of the future and where technology is taking it next, from drone- and robot-based exploration to carbon source capture and geothermal wells.

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October 27, 2022

Analyzing Munich Re’s growth strategy: How the reinsurance giant is investing in the future of risk

We mined Munich Re’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

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October 18, 2022

Analyzing John Deere’s growth strategy: How the American manufacturing giant is betting on agtech

We mined John Deere’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

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October 13, 2022

107 companies developing precision agriculture tech to enhance farm operations and environmental impact

Farm operators are under pressure to boost operational efficiency without compromising on sustainability. This Market Map covers the companies making this possible, from weeding robots to precision irrigation systems.

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October 10, 2022

Webinar: Big Tech in Sustainability

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October 6, 2022 2 PM EDT

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Analyzing Equinor’s Growth Strategy: How the energy company is building out its renewables business

We mined Equinor’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

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September 12, 2022

102 companies innovating connected packaging and labeling across the supply chain

From authentication tech to cold chain packaging, we look at the companies offering connected packaging and labeling tech to improve transparency, sustainability, and freshness across the supply chain.

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August 11, 2022

Analyzing Carrefour’s growth strategy: How the retailer is digitizing its operations to improve profitability

We mined Carrefour’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

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August 10, 2022

13 technologies making the supply chain more sustainable — and the ones that retailers should prioritize now

From supplier mapping & vetting to zero-emission logistics, we evaluate and prioritize technologies for retailers to consider in supply chain sustainability.

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July 28, 2022

107 companies helping advanced manufacturers make their operations more sustainable

Advanced manufacturers face increasing pressure to reduce environmental impact without negatively impacting production. This Tech Market Map report highlights the companies helping manufacturers like Siemens and Tesla establish more sustainable factory processes.

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July 27, 2022

State of Energy Tech Q2’22 Report

Energy tech funding and deals continue to fall but remain elevated relative to recent years.

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July 27, 2022

8 decarbonization technologies that could help corporates reach net-zero faster — and which ones industrial leaders should prioritize now

Industrial leaders are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and ultimately reach net-zero goals. From direct air capture to carbon accounting, we take a look at the technologies that leaders should focus on to mitigate their carbon emissions moving forward.

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July 14, 2022

The Big Tech in Sustainability Report: How Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are tackling emissions

Consumers and investors are increasingly scrutinizing how corporations are mitigating their carbon footprint, from transitioning to renewable energy to decreasing carbon emissions. We look at how big tech is developing software, investing in climate tech, and partnering with startups to create a more sustainable future.

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July 12, 2022

Tech Market Map Report: Sustainability in the Supply Chain for Retailers

This report looks at the companies helping retailers like Walmart and Amazon make their supply chains more sustainable with visibility platforms, autonomous ground delivery, and more.

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June 14, 2022

Tech Market Map Report: Digitization & Automation in Commercial Buildings

This report looks at the digitization & automation companies serving building managers.

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May 23, 2022

Analyzing TotalEnergies’ growth strategy: How the energy giant is transitioning away from fossil fuels

We mined TotalEnergies’ acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

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May 5, 2022

Sense, which offers home energy management and measurement technology, raises $105M. Sense Labs competitors are Tibber, Bidgely, Meazon, and Smappee.

Sense Labs plans to use the funds to scale its tech and expand internationally. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

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April 29, 2022

Greenly, a carbon emissions management platform for SMEs, raises $23M. Greenly competitors include Planetly, Plan A, and Normative.

The funding will help the company support large-scale deployment and increase its employee headcount. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

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April 27, 2022

Technology rental service Grover hits $1B valuation. Grover competitors include Back Market, ecoATM, Flipswap, Gazelle, HyperXchange, Largo, ReCellular, Reebelo, Refurbed, Swappa, and Swappie.

This news comes on the heels of its Series C round. It plans to use the funding to develop new tools and financial services. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

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April 11, 2022

Analyzing Shell’s growth strategy: How the energy giant is investing in a more sustainable future

We mined Shell’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

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April 11, 2022

Deepki, an ESG data intelligence service for real estate developers, raises $167M. Deepki competitors include GRESB, Measurabl, and RepRisk.

Deepki plans to use the funds to explore acquisition opportunities. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

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April 6, 2022

Analyzing Nestlé’s growth strategy: How the company is prioritizing health & sustainability across its portfolio

Investment Thesis Map

We mined Nestlé’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

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April 6, 2022

Tech Market Map Report: Decarbonization Tech in Industrials

This report looks at decarbonization tech companies serving companies in the industrials space.

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March 23, 2022

Plastic packaging is driving the global waste crisis. Here’s how top CPG corporations are tackling the issue

With consumer and regulatory pressure increasing, corporates are taking action to fund, test, and implement more sustainable packaging options. Using CB Insights data, we identify which sustainable packaging solutions have gained the most traction in CPG.

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February 28, 2022

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