Idealab's mission is to create and operate pioneering technology companies. Founded in 1996 by Bill Gross, a lifelong entrepreneur, Idealab provides a broad range of operational support to its companies, allowing management to focus on getting to market quickly and cost-effectively. Idealab has incubated several successful and innovative businesses, including CitySearch, Picasa, and eSolar.

The Quercus Trust is a privately held family trust and a prominent investor in the alternative energy sector. The company has investments in both privately held and publicly traded companies.

Solgenix LLC is an investment company with a primary focus on privately-held companies that install or sell solar energy systems. The company's mission is to work as a catalyst for expanded growth of entrepreneurial activity primarily in the renewable energy field. Solgenix's geographic focus is North America and emerging markets where Solgenix works with other companies that apply only proven technologies. Through its program of active investment management, Solgenix supports the strategic, focused growth of such companies.