Third Derivative
Third Derivative is an incubator based in Boulder, United States, focused on Pre-Seed to Series A startups in Climate & Energy, Hardware & Deep Tech, and Manufacturing & Industrial. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
Third Derivative is an accelerator focused on clean energy and climate tech.
- Investment focus
- Climate & EnergyHardware & Deep TechManufacturing & IndustrialPropTech & Real EstateMobility & LogisticsFoodTech & Agriculture
- Investment stages
- Pre-SeedSeedSeries A
- Location
- Boulder, United States
- Founded
- 2020
- Team size
- 11-50
- Portfolio companies
- 286+
- Latest deal on record
- August 2025
About Third Derivative
Third Derivative finds, funds, hones, and scale technologies that achieve larger, faster reductions in global carbon emissions. It is a partnership of the Rocky Mountain Institute and New Energy Nexus, which aims to commercialize and scale climate solutions more quickly by providing startups tackling hard climate challenges with access to funding, corporate partners, and policymakers.
Third Derivative was founded in 2020.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Third Derivative invest in?
Third Derivative focuses on Climate & Energy, Hardware & Deep Tech, Manufacturing & Industrial, and PropTech & Real Estate. Match your sector and stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does Third Derivative invest at?
Third Derivative focuses on Pre-Seed to Series A rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is Third Derivative still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that Third Derivative has made a new investment or run a new cohort since 2024, and its latest deal on record is from August 2025. Reach out with a personalized pitch that fits its stage and focus, then track who opens it.
Where is Third Derivative based?
Third Derivative is based in Boulder, United States. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact Third Derivative?
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