London Clean Growth & Infrastructure R&D Companies Directory

Eni is a multinational energy company that leverages its extensive expertise in oil and gas exploration and production to drive large-scale industrial decarbonisation projects in the UK. The company plays a critical role in developing infrastructure for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) and hydrogen production, focusing on the transformation of energy-intensive industrial clusters into Net Zero hubs. Their work involves complex cross-industry collaborations to integrate offshore storage systems with onshore industrial capture technologies.

Shell is a global energy and petrochemical company that develops integrated solutions for energy transition, decarbonisation, and sustainable industrial growth. Their work focuses on large-scale infrastructure projects, carbon capture, and the development of industrial clusters to achieve net-zero emissions. They collaborate extensively across sectors to transition traditional heavy industries toward cleaner, sustainable operational models.

Pivot Power develops scalable solutions for EV charging, battery storage, and heat networks by connecting directly to transmission substations and applying machine learning for grid optimisation. Their single large-scale demonstrator project in Oxford aims to unlock private investment for a nationwide network of similar sites.

UK Power Networks is a major electricity distribution network operator serving London, the South East, and the East of England. The company focuses on the modernisation of grid infrastructure to support the transition to Net Zero, developing digital and commercial solutions for flexibility, system resilience, and the integration of low-carbon technologies like heat pumps and electric maritime transport. Their R&D strategy has evolved from traditional network management to a highly collaborative, data-driven approach involving cross-sector partnerships to solve complex energy system constraints.

Collins River Enterprises is a maritime transport and engineering firm focused on the decarbonisation of high-speed public and freight water transport. The company leverages advanced propulsion systems, battery electric technology, and intelligent energy management to transition traditional diesel-powered fleets to zero-emission operations. Their work has evolved from early-stage hybrid sensor network research to the large-scale deployment of electric vessels and associated charging infrastructure on the River Thames.

Vivacity Labs is an intelligent transport systems company that develops computer vision and AI-based sensor platforms for urban traffic management, cyclist detection, and real-time data collection. Their technology has been deployed in Milton Keynes and other locations, focusing on improving road safety and traffic efficiency through data-driven solutions.

London South Bank University (LSBU) is a public research university that actively engages in applied R&D through collaborative partnerships with industry, focusing on engineering, robotics, and energy systems. Their grant history demonstrates a strong emphasis on translating academic research into practical solutions for sectors such as offshore wind, sustainable energy, and advanced manufacturing. The university frequently acts as a technical partner in consortia, leveraging expertise in AI, materials science, and systems engineering to solve complex industrial challenges.

Faculty is a UK-based applied artificial intelligence company that develops advanced machine learning solutions to solve complex operational and infrastructure challenges. Their work has evolved from early healthcare-focused diagnostic support to large-scale predictive modelling and decision-support systems for the energy sector and critical national infrastructure. They specialise in deploying privacy-preserving AI and automated data analysis to improve capacity planning, network management, and operational efficiency.

Carnot Ltd is a micro/small enterprise developing ultra-efficient ceramic internal combustion engines that eliminate cooling system losses, achieving predicted brake thermal efficiencies of 70% or higher. The company focuses on hard-to-abate sectors such as maritime, off-grid energy, and heavy transport, using low-carbon fuels including hydrogen, ammonia, and biofuel. Their work has evolved from feasibility studies through large-scale demonstrators to commercial retrofit solutions.

Guidehouse is a consultancy and research firm specialising in energy systems, infrastructure, and decarbonisation strategies for the UK utility sector. They collaborate extensively with network operators and academic partners to develop digital tools, modelling frameworks, and flexibility mechanisms for the transition to net zero. Their work has evolved from high-level feasibility studies to large-scale beta projects focused on cooling demand, hydrogen infrastructure, and rural network planning.

Moixa is a UK-based company developing smart energy storage and management systems, focusing on sodium-ion batteries, virtual power plants, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. Their work aims to optimise the integration of renewable energy and electric vehicles into the grid, reducing costs and emissions. Across their grant history, Moixa has progressed from early-stage battery research to large-scale demonstrators for smart local energy systems, always as a consortium partner.

Metropolitan Infrastructure is a small London-based company specialising in integrated urban energy systems, focusing on the techno-commercial benefits of combining energy, waste management, and clean transport infrastructure. Their work has evolved from an initial feasibility study on a multi-MW fuel cell CHP system in Bicester to a major live project (Heatropolis) funded by Ofgem, aimed at accelerating decarbonisation of major energy demands. They collaborate extensively with local councils, utilities, and the University of Oxford.

Thermify is a consortium partner in Ofgem-funded projects focused on smart heat and intelligent energy solutions for low-income districts, addressing fuel poverty and decarbonisation. Their work has evolved from a feasibility study to a large-scale Beta deployment, collaborating with utilities, local authorities, and community groups.

Addionics develops 3D electrode technology for lithium-ion batteries, improving energy density and manufacturing efficiency for electric vehicles. Their work has evolved from 3D printing battery cells to AI-driven design and giga-scale demonstration of 3D current collectors, targeting commercialisation in the automotive sector.

Anemoi Marine Technologies develops wind-assisted ship propulsion systems using Rotor Sails to reduce fuel consumption and emissions in maritime shipping. The company has progressed from a research project on holistic ship design (OPTIWISE) to building a full-scale demonstrator and now developing next-generation folding and aerodynamic innovations for mass adoption on bulk carriers.

Icebreaker One develops open data standards to enable secure and efficient data sharing across the energy and insurance sectors, addressing climate risk and accelerating decarbonisation. Their work includes the Open Energy standard for energy data access and the SERI standard for climate risk data in insurance, both developed through multi-stakeholder collaborations.

Seabound is a London-based climate tech startup developing carbon capture technology for the maritime sector. Their patent-pending system traps CO2 from ship exhaust using limestone pebbles, aiming to reduce emissions from vessels at sea and at berth. Their work has evolved from prototype development and sea trials to port-based applications for zero-emission ports.

Highview Power Storage (trading as Highview Enterprises) develops liquid air energy storage (LAES) systems for grid-scale electricity storage. Their technology uses cryogenic air liquefaction to store energy, releasing it via re-gasification to drive turbines. The company has progressed from pilot-scale demonstrations to commercial-scale deployment, with a focus on frequency response and grid resilience.

Sylvera is a UK-based company that develops machine learning and satellite earth observation technologies to accurately measure carbon stocks in forests and peatlands. Their work focuses on improving carbon accounting for nature-based solutions, enabling better data for carbon markets and climate risk assessment in financial institutions. Their grant history shows a progression from above ground biomass estimation to below-ground and peatland carbon measurement.

Aegis Energy is a British SME developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure and zero-emission power generation solutions for e-mobility. Their projects span smart charging grid analytics, wind-powered charging for remote regions, and multi-sensor digital twin technology for insurance risk assessment. They lead collaborative R&D consortia with academic and industry partners across the UK and internationally.