Strategic Ventures Impact Insights: June 2026 (Volume 4, Number 5)

Copperstone Technologies Expands into the Dust Suppression Market

As global mining operations face tightening regulations, Copperstone Technologies is leveraging its autonomous, amphibious HELIX robots to safely access hazardous, inaccessible environments, while performing environmental remediation and operational support functions, including dust suppression. Originally built for tailing pond monitoring, Copperstone's technology delivers up to 30% more accurate data at a 69% lower cost and has expanded into the $1.7 billion global dust suppression market. By traversing rugged, unstable terrain that traditional equipment or costly helicopters cannot safely reach, HELIX robots allow operators to manage tailing dust while completely removing humans from dangerous conditions. Highlighting strong market demand for safer, modern industrial solutions, Copperstone has already booked six dust suppression pilot projects in 2026, with two successfully completed. To read more, click here.

Please contact Mitchell Hauser or Tony Coretto for more information or to arrange a meeting with Jamie Yuen, Copperstone's Founder.

Nanocrine Partners with Advanced In Vitro

Nanocrine is developing a real-time protein imaging platform that allows scientists to observe exactly what cells are secreting as it happens. The Company recently marked major commercial and scientific milestones, including securing a new paying customer for its gold-coated glass substrates, a new human-tissue partnership with Advanced In Vitro, and the development of a plug-and-play "Universal Antibody Chip" for biomanufacturing applications. To read more, click here.

Please contact Tony Coretto for more information or to arrange a meeting with Dr. Patrick Calhoun, Nanocrine's President and Chief Science Officer.

Imperium Expands into HVAC

Imperium Technologies’ InteliTrap® and SteamView® GenAI platform are revolutionizing the steam industry by transforming "dumb" traps into smart, connected devices. Imperium provides real-time, actionable intelligence, turning a $100 billion annual problem into a massive opportunity for savings, efficiency, and significant GHG reduction. In a major strategic expansion, Imperium has expanded to a new, underserved market segment for its technology, targeting residential and small-commercial HVAC systems. To read more, click here. 

Please contact Tony Coretto or Mitchell Hauser for more information or to arrange a meeting with Brad Medford, CEO of Imperium Technologies.

Splash in Discussions to Franchise in Vietnam

Splash, the leader in sustainable automated carwashes in China (the world’s largest market), continues to break records, with strong topline growth, major cost reductions, early profitability, new development financing, resumed site openings, and Hydrocycle’s substantial sales pipeline. The Company has reached a verbal agreement for a national master franchise in Vietnam. Additionally, Anett has allocated budget to upgrade its entire network of over 40 locations with Splash's Hydrocycle water-recycling technology. To read more, click here.

For further information or to set up time to speak with Splash's CEO, Rob Shesol, please contact Tony Coretto.

ZS2 Completes First Commercial-Scale North American MgO Cement Production Line

ZS2 develops sustainable, resilient Magnesium Oxide cement building materials that deliver a superior, carbon-negative alternative to traditional building methods. The Company recently achieved a critical milestone by launching its Phase 1 board line, transitioning from the lab-scale formulation to pilot-scale manufacturing. Additionally, the Company successfully delivered Phase 1 of its Joint Development Agreement with a major US building materials company that outlines a proposed $17 million USD plant expansion. ZS2 has gained significant momentum in the insurance sector via acceptance into Aviva Canada’s Partner Network and the MaRS Adaptech Accelerator. To read more, click here.

Please contact Mitchell Hauser or Tony Coretto for further information or to arrange a meeting with Scott Jenkins, ZS2's CEO.

How to Position Industrial & Climate Tech Companies for Investment

One of the biggest challenges industrial and climate tech founders face is explaining highly technical innovation in a way that investors immediately understand. The strongest companies do not lead with the science — they lead with the problem. Rather than focusing on proprietary chemistry or engineering architecture, successful founders connect their technology to measurable business outcomes.

This is where Strategic Ventures plays an important role. By helping industrial and climate technology companies refine their positioning, connect with strategic investors, and communicate scalable commercial value, Strategic Ventures helps founders bridge the gap between breakthrough innovation and market adoption for commercial success.

To read more on positioning and key fundraising strategies for founders please click here.