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BreezoMeter is a technology company.
BreezoMeter provides hyperlocal, real-time air quality and pollen data. Leveraging extensive inputs and machine learning, its technology delivers street-level insights on various pollutants. The platform translates complex atmospheric conditions into precise, actionable intelligence for businesses, enabling seamless integration of critical environmental awareness into various offerings.
Co-founded by Ran Korber in the mid-2010s, the company arose from his personal understanding of air pollution's profound health implications. As an environmental engineer, Korber recognized a global need for accessible, hyper-accurate intelligence after observing direct family effects, driving this powerful public health solution. This foundational insight shaped the company's core technological approach.
BreezoMeter primarily partners with businesses, enhancing user experiences and product functionality through integrated environmental data. Its mission is to elevate global health and quality of life by democratizing access to crucial hazard information, empowering individuals and organizations to make informed daily decisions based on immediate atmospheric conditions.
BreezoMeter has raised $44.8M across 5 funding rounds.
BreezoMeter has raised $44.8M in total across 5 funding rounds.
BreezoMeter is a technology company specializing in environmental intelligence, particularly providing hyperlocal, real-time air quality data through advanced APIs. It serves industries such as digital health, indoor air quality, media, and automotive by enabling businesses and consumers to reduce exposure to environmental hazards. Its products include air quality APIs, wildfire tracking, and weather data services, which are integrated into popular platforms like Apple’s Weather app and Google Maps. The company has demonstrated strong growth and global reach, with data coverage in over 7,000 cities across 29 countries and more than 50 million daily users before its acquisition by Google in 2022[1][2][3].
Founded in 2014 in Haifa, Israel, BreezoMeter was co-founded by Ran Korber and Ziv Lautman. The idea emerged from Korber’s personal experience as an environmental engineer and concern for health impacts of air pollution, especially as his pregnant wife suffered from asthma. The founders aimed to create the most accurate and actionable air quality data, leveraging a combination of governmental sensors, satellites, weather patterns, and traffic data processed through proprietary AI algorithms. Early traction included integration with major platforms and rapid expansion of data coverage, positioning BreezoMeter as a leader in environmental data analytics[2][3][4].
BreezoMeter rides the growing global trend of environmental awareness and climate tech innovation. The timing is critical as governments, businesses, and consumers increasingly demand actionable environmental data to mitigate health risks and comply with regulations. Market forces such as urbanization, climate change, and the rise of IoT sensors favor BreezoMeter’s data-driven approach. By integrating environmental intelligence into everyday digital experiences, BreezoMeter influences the broader ecosystem by making air quality a routine consideration akin to weather, thus advancing public health and sustainability agendas[2][3][6].
Post-acquisition by Google, BreezoMeter is poised to scale its impact further by leveraging Google’s infrastructure and reach. Future trends shaping its journey include enhanced AI capabilities, expanded environmental data layers, and deeper integration into smart city and health platforms. BreezoMeter’s influence is likely to grow as real-time environmental data becomes essential for urban planning, consumer health, and climate resilience. The company’s mission to make air quality data as accessible and actionable as weather forecasts will continue to drive innovation and awareness in the environmental technology space[1][2][3].
BreezoMeter has raised $44.8M in total across 5 funding rounds.
BreezoMeter's investors include Fortissimo Capital, 01 Ventures, Entrée Capital Ventures, General Catalyst, Northzone, Target Global, Frank Freund, Ilya Kondrashov, Michael Stephan, Sylwester Janik, David Bloom, Axess Ventures.
BreezoMeter has raised $44.8M across 5 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $30.0M Series C in June 2021.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2021 | $30.0M Series C | Fortissimo Capital | 01 Ventures, Entrée Capital Ventures, General Catalyst, Northzone, Target Global, Frank Freund, Ilya Kondrashov, Michael Stephan, Sylwester Janik |
| Sep 1, 2018 | $8.0M Series B | Entrée Capital Ventures, David Bloom | 01 Ventures, General Catalyst, Northzone, Target Global, Frank Freund, Ilya Kondrashov, Michael Stephan, Sylwester Janik, Axess Ventures, HELLA Ventures, Matthieu Bonamy, Plug and Play Ventures |
| Dec 1, 2016 | $3.0M Series A | Phi Square Holdings | 01 Ventures, Entrée Capital Ventures, General Catalyst, Northzone, Target Global, Frank Freund, Ilya Kondrashov, Michael Stephan, Sylwester Janik, Launchpad Digital Health, SeedIL |
| Jul 14, 2015 | $1.8M Other Equity | Entr e Capital | |
| Jun 1, 2015 | $2.0M Seed | 01 Ventures, Entrée Capital Ventures, General Catalyst, Northzone, Target Global, Frank Freund, Ilya Kondrashov, Michael Stephan, Sylwester Janik |