HL Energy Ventures

HL Energy Ventures (HLEV) is an early-stage energy venture platform based in Dallas, Texas, operating as an expanded partnership with Hunt Energy. Originally Hunt's internal corporate energy technology venture group, HLEV was spun out in 2009 and now brings in select external partners. The firm focuses on energy AI, energy security, and energy transition, with technical capabilities spanning ML/AI, electrochemistry, materials science, process and chemical engineering, and reservoir engineering. Its differentiated model combines deep operational energy expertise with hands-on venture development — validating technologies at the earliest stages before deploying scale capital. Known portfolio companies include DirectH2 (hydrogen production), MCatalysis, ElectroFueled, and IndustriAI. HLEV has led seed rounds and works globally across fuels, power, and advanced energy technologies. The firm does not publish a standard application portal; prospective partners are directed to contact the team directly.