Investors in Environment

BVP is a venture capital fund manager that invests in innovative start-up companies that provide solutions for complex societal challenges related to sustainability and health. "We believe that start-ups have a crucial role to play in future-proofing the chemical, agricultural and healthcare industries." "Our mission is to support such start-ups by providing them with access to growth capital, our deep sector expertise, and decades of investment experience, as well as our vast network." "We were an impact investor well before impact investing became a buzzword. It is in our DNA." "BVP manages four funds with € 120 million committed capital:" "Limburg Ventures is a € 15 million fund that was founded in 2004." "We are a high-conviction investor. We invest in a limited number of companies in which we have a strong belief." "Actively support our portfolio companies by adding strategic value leveraging our deep sector expertise and vast investing experience."

PureTerra Ventures is a specialized venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, focusing on investing in disruptive water technologies that offer both significant financial returns and positive social impact. The firm targets water companies poised for commercial scalability, typically investing between 1-5 million euros as an initial ticket size. With a global investment scope, PureTerra Ventures combines extensive entrepreneurial experience, a track record in driving sales, and a robust network within the global water technology sector. A distinguishing feature of PureTerra Ventures is its access to a vast network encompassing distributors, utilities, government departments, blue-chip companies, and other key stakeholders in the Chinese water market. Leveraging this network, the firm actively supports the commercial success of its portfolio companies. Beyond financial investment, PureTerra Ventures positions itself as a strategic partner, contributing valuable industry expertise and connections to help portfolio companies achieve market penetration and growth in the competitive global water market.

Urriellu Ventures, based in London and Madrid, we specialize in supporting startups during their initial stages of development. Our focus is on innovative business models within sectors such as environment, energy efficiency, health-tech, and bio-tech. We are committed to nurturing early-stage ventures with promising ideas and transformative potential, providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and investment to help them achieve growth and success in their respective fields.

RUG Holding is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in innovative companies within the biotechnology and regulated business sectors. With a strategic focus on fostering advancements in biotech and regulated industries, RUG Holding identifies promising startups and growth-stage enterprises poised for impactful growth and development. The firm provides essential capital, strategic guidance, and operational support to empower portfolio companies in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and accelerating market adoption. By leveraging its expertise and network, RUG Holding aims to drive innovation, facilitate industry leadership, and create sustainable value for its stakeholders. Positioned at the intersection of science, technology, and regulation, RUG Holding plays a crucial role in shaping the future of biotech and regulated markets.

Old College Capital serves as the venture investment arm of the University of Edinburgh, specializing in providing growth and development finance to startups. Focused on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, they support early-stage companies across various sectors. Old College Capital leverages its deep ties to academia and industry to identify promising ventures and provide them with strategic capital and mentorship. By nurturing the commercialization of research and ideas, they contribute to the expansion of innovative solutions and technologies. Old College Capital plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth and societal impact through its investments in the vibrant startup ecosystem.

Arts Alliance Ventures, we are a venture capital organization dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship across Europe. We advise on investments on behalf of the Høegh family, specializing in technology-enabled service companies. Our focus includes sectors such as film, online marketing, and advertising, with a keen interest in companies serving both consumer and business markets. Since 1996, we have taken a proactive approach to investing, collaborating closely with entrepreneurs and management teams to foster the growth of outstanding companies. We have advised on investments in over 60 companies and have also internally incubated several ventures within Arts Alliance Ventures.

UCL Business (UCLB), we are at the forefront of technology transfer and commercialization, serving as the commercialization arm of University College London (UCL). Our mission is to maximize the impact of UCL's research by transforming innovative discoveries into real-world applications and products. We specialize in facilitating partnerships with industry, licensing technologies, and supporting the formation of spin-out companies. We play a pivotal role in bridging academia and industry, providing strategic advice, intellectual property management, and business development support to researchers and entrepreneurs. Our dedicated team is committed to driving innovation and economic growth through effective technology commercialization.

Supernova Invest is a leading European multi-stage VC firm managing €800 million in assets under management (AUM). Specializing in Healthcare, Energy & Environment, Industry 4.0, and Digital technologies, our team offers unparalleled expertise and strategic capital to support high-growth deeptech startups on a global scale. We have a strong track record of supporting disruptive tech companies such as Soitec, Ynsect, Alice & Bob, Gleamer, Prophesee, Crowdsec, UnitySC, and Unseenlabs, having successfully exited over 25 companies through top IPOs and M&A deals. Our team comprises 30 experienced investors with a unique ability to navigate complex deeptech business models and understand underlying technologies. We provide comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of companies, focusing on areas such as intellectual property, international expansion, and industrial scaling strategies. Engaging deeply with the ecosystem, we aim to foster innovation and drive substantial growth for our portfolio companies.

Teampact Ventures is dedicated to investing in mission-driven startups poised to make a positive impact. They focus on supporting changemakers who are ready to address significant societal challenges and drive meaningful change. By providing capital and strategic support, Teampact Ventures empowers these startups to scale their solutions and maximize their social and environmental impact.

Polytechnique Ventures is the seed fund of Ecole Polytechnique, established in 2020 and financed by the Alumni. We accompany and invest in startups emerging from Ecole Polytechnique's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Our mission is to identify companies that offer robust solutions to the challenges of transitioning to tomorrow's world. We support startups that originate from the Ecole Polytechnique ecosystem, whether founded by alumni, incubated at the school, or originating from its laboratories. Our investment strategy focuses on early-stage financing, co-investing with average initial tickets ranging from €250K to €500K in pre-seed and seed stages, followed by further investments in Series A (average ticket per company around €2.5m). We prioritize ambitious deep tech teams capable of transforming the industrial sectors they target. Our At Polytechnique Ventures, we uphold values of proximity, particularly with entrepreneurs and the Ecole Polytechnique community; experience through our Alumni network and the X community; and generosity from all stakeholders contributing to the community built around our fund.

Good Only Ventures, founded by 12 entrepreneurs and finance professionals with expertise in solidarity and venture capital, is committed to maximizing impact, transparency, and economic performance. Incorporated as a Mission Company, Good Only Ventures focuses exclusively on investing in developing companies at the Seed, Pre-Series A, and Series A stages that demonstrate real impact. Their investment decisions are guided by validation from six fully associated associations

Eiffel Investment Group is a third-party asset manager with ca €6 billion under management* with a focus on positive impact strategies and the financing of the ecological and energy transition. Eiffel Investment Group's investor base consists of large institutional investors (insurance companies, mutual insurers, pension funds, banks, family offices, public investors, etc.) as well as retail investors via intermediated distribution. Backed by the Impala group founded by entrepreneur Jacques Veyrat, Eiffel Investment Group cultivates a strong industrial expertise, in particular in the field of the energy transition, but also in the life sciences, agri-food and digital sectors. Eiffel finances companies and their assets through four main strategies: private debt, private equity, energy transition infrastructures and listed equities and credit. Eiffel Investment Group invests for a sustainable world. Its investment strategies aim to generate not only a strong financial performance but also positive social and environmental impacts. Eiffel Investment Group's team counts around 100 talented professionals*, in France (Paris), BeNeLux (Amsterdam), the United States of America (New York) and the UAE (Abu Dhabi). * as of 12/2023 ; for AUM, including uncalled commitments.