
Eneco Ventures
Description
Eneco Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Eneco, a leading Dutch energy company committed to accelerating the energy transition. Based in Rotterdam, Eneco Ventures plays a pivotal role in Eneco's mission to provide "sustainable energy for everyone." The firm strategically invests in innovative startups and scale-ups that align with its parent company's long-term vision for a sustainable future, focusing on solutions that contribute to decarbonization and energy efficiency across various sectors.
The investment mandate of Eneco Ventures is sharply focused on technologies and business models that drive the energy transition. This includes a broad spectrum of areas such as sustainable heating solutions, flexible energy systems, smart grids, advanced energy storage technologies, and sustainable mobility initiatives. Furthermore, they seek out companies developing digital energy services and solutions that enhance energy efficiency. Their strategic approach aims to not only generate financial returns but also to integrate groundbreaking innovations into Eneco's core operations and offerings.
Eneco Ventures primarily targets early-stage companies, typically engaging in Seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds. Their typical first cheque sizes range from €0.5 million to €5 million, which translates to approximately $540,000 to $5.4 million USD. Beyond capital, Eneco Ventures offers its portfolio companies invaluable strategic support, including access to Eneco's extensive customer base, operational expertise, and market insights. This collaborative approach helps accelerate the growth and market penetration of their investees, fostering a symbiotic relationship that benefits both the startups and Eneco's broader sustainability objectives.
Investor Profile
Eneco Ventures has backed more than 26 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 35% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, Germany, Estonia.
- Strong thematic focus on Energy, Renewable Energy, Software.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $540K – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (31%)
- Series Unknown (31%)
- Series A (15%)
- Series B (15%)
- Series D (4%)
- Corporate Round (4%)
Country Focus
- The Netherlands (54%)
- Germany (31%)
- Estonia (8%)
- Belgium (4%)
- Denmark (4%)
Industry Focus
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Software
- Energy Management
- Solar
- Information Technology
- Clean Energy
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Energy Efficiency
- Internet Of Things
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