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Eneco Ventures

Europe, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands, Rotterdam

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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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Eneco Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Sparta Capital
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 2
PKO BP
Europe, Mazowieckie, Poland, Warszawa
Co-Investments: 2
HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Bonn
Co-Investments: 2
Blue Earth Capital
Europe, Zug, Switzerland, Baar
Co-Investments: 1
Übermorgen Ventures
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 3
ENERGIIQ
Europe, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands, Den Haag
Co-Investments: 2
SG
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 1
SET Ventures
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Capricorn Partners
Europe, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium, Leuven
Co-Investments: 2
Helen Ventures
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Eneco Ventures often collaborate with?

AN
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
JJ
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
ID
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
TM
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Eneco Ventures?

Ostrom

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Ostrom is a green digital energy provider that helps you use power when it’s cheapest and greenest.

Clean EnergyCleanTechElectrical DistributionEnergyGreenTechRenewable Energy
Series BJun 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $22,923,477
Gradyent

Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands

Gradyent is an AI cloud platform that helps heating companies in optimizing their heating systems and reduce CO2 emissions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Software
Series BApr 2, 2025
Amount Raised: $30,520,605
Fusebox Energy

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

Fusebox develops an energy management platform that integrates and optimizes distributed power resources.

EnergyEnergy ManagementEnergy StorageSmart Cities
Series UnknownJan 20, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,708,663
42 Watt

Munich, Bayern, Germany

42 Watt is an energy conservation consultancy that assist with energetic property renovation.

Energy EfficiencyEnergy ManagementEnvironmental Consulting
SeedJan 15, 2024
WeSmart

Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium

WeSmart a smart digital platform for energy sharing and renewable energy communities

Artificial Intelligence (AI)EnergyInformation TechnologyRenewable EnergySolar
SeedDec 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,205,300
Klimate

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

Klimate helps companies to compensate for their unavoidable emissions through portfolios of carbon removal projects.

FinanceSoftwareSustainability
SeedOct 17, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,700,532
Lance Free

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands

Lance Free is a staffing agency that offers freelancer services, chat, billing, certificate check, and working hours platform.

FreelanceRecruitingStaffing Agency
Series AOct 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,214,873
Sunvigo

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Sunvigo provides you with cheap solar power from your roof and real green power from the grid.

Renewable EnergySolar
Series BApr 18, 2023
Amount Raised: $13,169,996
Fusebox Energy

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

Fusebox is building virtual power plants globally and helps local companies to become demand response aggregators.

EnergyEnergy ManagementEnergy StorageSmart Cities
SeedDec 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,636,694
Solar Monkey

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Solar panels with guaranteed returns.

Clean EnergySolar
Series UnknownAug 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $4,035,655