«To provide above-average returns to our investors by investing in and partnering with outstanding entrepreneurs who are developing and commercializing revolutionary technologies in the areas of clean technology»
Emerald Technology Ventures is a global leader in clean technology venture capital. Founded in 2000, Emerald has been a venture capital pioneer in the areas of energy, water and materials.
From offices in Zurich, Switzerland and Toronto, Canada, Emerald manages three venture capital funds and two venture capital portfolio mandates totaling over EUR 300 million (USD 400 million). Our investors include leading financial institutions and multinational corporations.
We are committed to helping energetic and passionate entrepreneurs build world-class clean technology companies. The foundation of Emerald Technology Ventures is based on our conviction that to be a successful sector focused venture capital investor requires not only business and deal transaction experience but significant technical & market knowledge about the sectors in which one invests. With this principle in mind we have assembled a truly unique investment team.
Emerald manages one of the largest clean technology venture portfolios across Europe and North America and has achieved outstanding returns investing in RuggedCom (TSX and recently acquired by Siemens), Evergreen Solar (NASDAQ), Schmack Biogas (FSE), Pemeas and inge watertechnologies (both acquired by BASF).
| Member since |
04.06.2010 |
| Membership |
Institutional Investor Switzerland |
| Investment strategy |
Later stage |
| Industry and focus |
Cleantech |