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Sora Fuel

Cambridge, US · Founded 2024 · Delaware corporation · 6 known investors

sorafuel.com ↗

Sora Fuel produces sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and diesel using a proprietary closed-loop direct air capture and conversion process that draws carbon from air rather than biomass or industrial feedstocks. It targets the aviation and transportation fuel market as an alternative to feedstock-dependent fuel production.

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Founders & leadership

Sora Fuel was founded in 2024 by Curtis Berlinguette.

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Curtis Berlinguettein
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Gareth RossinNamed on SEC filing
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Curtis BelingueteNamed on SEC filing

Board

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Patrick SarverinBoard director
MTMarc Tarpenning
Marc Tarpenningin𝕏Board directorVenture Partner at Spero Ventures
MKMichael Kearney
Michael Kearneyin𝕏Board directorGeneral Partner at The Engine Ventures

Investors · 6

Innovation UBCVancouver
Inspired CapitalNew York · $500K – $20M
LeitmotifPalo Alto
Spero VenturesBurlingame · $2M – $4M
The Engine VenturesCambridge
Wireframe VenturesSan Francisco · $500K – $2M

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$15.2M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2024–2026

▶$14.6MraisedMar 2026 · 9 investors · Other Energy
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Patrick SarverDirector
  • Marc TarpenningDirector
  • Michael KearneyDirector
  • Gareth RossExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$14.6M
Amount sold
$14.6M
First sale
Mar 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$625KraisedMar 2024 · 2 investors · Other Energy
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Gareth RossExecutive Officer, Director
  • Curtis BelingueteDirector
Offering amount
$750K
Amount sold
$625K
First sale
Feb 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Sora Fuel went on to found or lead other companies.

Marc TarpenningDirectorFounded Tesla MotorsMatt TrevithickInvestorFounded Phononic, Inc.

Competitors · 1

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In the news

Sora Fuel Raises $14.6 Million to Produce Jet Fuel from Air, Water, and Clean Energy - ESG Todayesgtoday.com · Apr 2026Sora Fuel Closes $14.6M Round to Scale Air-to-Jet Fuel Technologyprnewswire.com · Apr 2026SAF start-up Sora Fuel raises USD 14.6m to build pilot production plant | Renewable Energy News | Renewables Nowrenewablesnow.com · Apr 2026Sora Fuel Raises $14.6M in Fundingfinsmes.com · Apr 2026Sora Fuel raises $14.6M for CO2 to SAFaxios.com · Apr 2026Sora Fuel Raises $6M Seed Funding | citybizcitybiz.co · Aug 2024

Frequently asked questions

What does Sora Fuel do?
Sora Fuel produces sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and diesel using a proprietary closed-loop direct air capture and conversion process that draws carbon from air rather than biomass or industrial feedstocks. It targets the aviation and transportation fuel market as an alternative to feedstock-dependent fuel production.
Who founded Sora Fuel?
Sora Fuel was founded by Curtis Berlinguette in 2024.
Who are Sora Fuel's investors?
Sora Fuel's investors include Innovation UBC, Inspired Capital, Leitmotif, Spero Ventures, The Engine Ventures, Wireframe Ventures.
How much funding has Sora Fuel raised?
Sora Fuel has disclosed $15.2M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Sora Fuel headquartered?
Sora Fuel is headquartered in Cambridge, US.