
Emerald Technology Ventures
Description
Emerald Technology Ventures is a distinguished global venture capital firm based in Zürich, Switzerland, with a specialized focus on industrial innovation. Established in 2000, the firm has cultivated over two decades of experience in identifying and nurturing groundbreaking technologies. While initially recognized for its strong emphasis on clean technology, Emerald's investment mandate has evolved to encompass a broader spectrum of industrial sectors, including advanced materials, robotics and AI, industrial IT, energy, water, food and agtech, and sustainable packaging. This diversified approach allows them to capture innovation across critical industries driving the transition to a more sustainable and efficient future.
The firm manages assets exceeding USD 1 billion, underscoring its significant presence in the venture capital landscape. Emerald Technology Ventures typically deploys capital into early-stage and growth-stage companies, demonstrating a commitment to supporting ventures from their nascent phases through significant expansion. Their investment strategy involves providing initial checks ranging from USD 3 million to USD 8 million, with the capacity for substantial follow-on investments to support portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds. This flexible approach enables them to be a long-term partner for their portfolio companies.
With a portfolio comprising over 70 companies globally, Emerald Technology Ventures leverages its extensive network of corporate limited partners, which includes some of the world's leading industrial corporations. This unique ecosystem provides portfolio companies with strategic access to industry expertise, potential customers, and market insights, accelerating their development and market penetration. The firm recently closed its Emerald Industrial Innovation Fund II, raising over USD 200 million, further solidifying its capacity to invest in the next generation of industrial technology leaders. Their deep sector expertise and strategic partnerships position them as a key player in driving innovation across vital industrial value chains.
Investor Profile
Emerald Technology Ventures has backed more than 87 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 38 rounds, about 44% of its total and boasts 12 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series B, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Germany, Israel.
- Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Software, Energy.
- Led 6 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $3M – $8M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (31%)
- Series B (25%)
- Series A (22%)
- Series C (8%)
- Seed (6%)
- Private Equity (3%)
- Series D (2%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
- Debt Financing (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (39%)
- Germany (11%)
- Israel (8%)
- United Kingdom (7%)
- Finland (7%)
- Canada (6%)
- Switzerland (6%)
- Austria (3%)
- The Netherlands (3%)
- Australia (2%)
Industry Focus
- Manufacturing
- Software
- Energy
- Information Technology
- Renewable Energy
- Electronics
- Semiconductor
- Water
- Biotechnology
- Greentech
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