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About Masscec

Masscec, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2008, is based in Boston, United States. With a presence in 3 countries, it has supported around 66 startups in sectors like Environment Tech, High Tech. As of Nov 2026, Masscec has witnessed 10 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in its portfolio include Enel X, Solstice and Nth Cycle. The program is backed by a team of 64 people who primarily support Grant (prize money) startups based in United States. Its latest investment was a $7.16M Series A round in Cambridge Heavy on Sep 22, 2026, which also saw participation from Azolla Ventures and Overlay Capital.
Key Metrics
Founded Year
2008
Location
Portfolio Companies
Sectors of Investment
Stages of Investment
Grant (prize money), Seed & 2 more
Locations of Investment

Masscec's List of Top Investments

Masscec has a portfolio of 66 companies. Their most notable investments are in WeSpire and EnergySage.Their portfolio spans across United States, Scotland and United Kingdom. They have invested in Environment Tech, High Tech, Energy Tech and 23 other sectors, across stages such as Grant (prize money), Seed  and 2 more. Here is the list of top investments by Masscec:

Key facts about Enel X

  • Founded Year: 2001
  • Location: Boston (United States)
  • Annual Revenue: $100M - $500M as on Dec 31, 2016
  • Stage: Acquired
  • Total Funding till date: $169M
  • Employee Count: 2,379 as on Sep 30, 2026
  • Investors: Foundation Capital, Glen Capital and 9 Others
  • Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Jan 01, 2021, $*****
  • Highlight: Acquired
Community solar provider unlocking clean energy access and savings for all. This organization focuses on expanding access to solar energy through community solar gardens, enabling individuals and businesses to benefit from solar power without needing to install panels on their property. They connect subscribers to local solar projects, providing credits on their electricity bills based on the solar garden's production. This model promotes affordable, accessible, and responsible energy consumption, supporting a cleaner and more equitable energy grid. They offer a platform for individuals, households, developers, and businesses to participate in the clean energy transition, fostering a community-driven approach to sustainability. The organization emphasizes ease of enrollment, cost savings, and environmental impact, making solar energy accessible to a broader audience. They provide customer support, educational resources, and partnership opportunities to further their mission of equitable access to clean energy.

Key facts about Solstice

  • Founded Year: 2016
  • Location: Boston (United States)
  • Stage: Acquired
  • Total Funding till date: $7.44M
  • Employee Count: 32 as on Sep 30, 2026
  • Investors: SE Ventures, Elemental and 24 Others
  • Latest Funding Round: Seed, Jan 15, 2021, $*****
  • Highlight: Acquired
Provider of electronics and li-ion battery recycling technology. The platform provides electro-extraction technology installed onsite to recover critical minerals from separated e-waste, low-grade ore, and mine tailings.

Key facts about Nth Cycle

Key facts about UMass Amherst

Developer of energy-efficient industrial filtration systems. These systems significantly reduce energy consumption in manufacturing processes across various sectors. The technology utilizes membrane materials to withstand harsh industrial conditions, improving efficiency and lowering operational costs. The company offers scalable solutions proven effective at commercial scale, enhancing the profitability and reliability of existing manufacturing assets.

Key facts about Via Separations

Masscec's Investments by Stage

Masscec has made 31 investments in Grant (prize money) stage with an average round size of $161K, 19 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $2.85M, 12 investments in Series A stage with an average round size of $4.81M and 2 investments in Series B stage with an average round size of $200K.
Here are Masscec's investments by stage:
Stage of entry
No. of Investments
Grant (prize money)
31
Seed
19
Series A
12
Series B
2
Breakdown of Masscec's investments by stage of entryGrant (prize money) (31)Seed (19)
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments

Masscec's Investments by Sector

Masscec has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Sustainability Tech, Environment Tech, Energy Tech, High Tech and Enterprise Applications. Notably, it has invested in 49 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 46 Tech companies, 22 Software companies and at least 22 companies focusing on Tech hardware.
Here are Masscec's investments by sector:
Sector
No. of Investments
Sustainability Tech
36
Environment Tech
31
Energy Tech
29
High Tech
19
Enterprise Applications
16
Others
76
Breakdown of Masscec's investments by sectorsSustainability Tech (36)Environment Tech (31)
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments

Masscec's Investments by Geography

Masscec has made most investments in United States (63), followed by Scotland where it has made 1 investment.
Here are Masscec's investments by geography:
Country
No. of Investments
United States
63
Scotland
1
United Kingdom
1
Breakdown of Masscec's investments by countriesUnited States (63)Scotland (1)
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments

Masscec's recent investments

Masscec has made 3 investments in 2026 so far. Cambridge Heavy and Teragen Energy are the latest among them.
Here are the most recent investments by Masscec:
Date
Company
Location
Round Details
Round Amount
Co-Investors
Sep 22, 2026
United States
Series A
9705
Aug 26, 2026
United States
Seed
9359
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Apr 01, 2026
United States
Series B
2796
Nov 20, 2025
United States
Seed
4898
Mar 19, 2025
United States
Seed
7921

Acquired companies in Masscec's Portfolio

10 companies from Masscec's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Solstice in Feb 2026 by Perch Energy for $*****.
Here are Masscec's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company
Acquisition Date
First Invested on
First Round of Investment
Round Size
Feb 19, 2026
Oct 13, 2020
Seed
3078
Jun 14, 2024
May 19, 2021
Seed
8606
Feb 09, 2024
Sep 18, 2020
Grant (prize money)
6712
Jun 01, 2023
Oct 13, 2020
Series B
2324
Nov 02, 2022
Feb 02, 2017
Series A
9263

Team profile of Masscec

Masscec has a team of 64 members including 16 Partners and 39 Principals located in United States and Denmark. Masscec's team sits on the board of 1 company.
Here is a list of top team members in Masscec:
Name
Designation
Location
Board Memberships
Contact Details
Partner
Cambridge
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
-
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Partner
Cambridge
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
Milton
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
Boston
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Partner
United States
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Co-investors of Masscec

Over the past 16 years, 298 investors have co-invested in Masscec's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.

  • Invested before Masscec: National Science Foundation, MassChallenge and 108 others have invested in rounds before Masscec. There are 9 companies where National Science Foundation has invested before Masscec and 7 companies where MassChallenge has invested before Masscec.
  • Top Co-investors of Masscec: 69 investors entered a company along with Masscec. These include investors like MTTC (2 companies).
  • Invested after Masscec: A total of 119 investors have invested in Masscec's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include OSTI (7 companies) and National Science Foundation (4 companies).

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