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9 September 2024

The First of a Kind (FOAK) playbook: How to secure offtake agreements

Summary: Offtake agreements may not sound all that sexy, but they’re central to getting capital-intensive climate and clean tech off the ground By Freya Pratty of Sifted; edited and added to by Greenbackers Managing Partner, Robert Hokin Securing an offtake agreement for a First of a Kind (FOAK) technology or project in the climate sector […]

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4 September 2024

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: NEOL Copper Technologies

Machinery aging, wear, and efficiency loss, which result in excessive energy consumption, resource depletion, and unnecessary emissions are a big problem – but also a massive business opportunity. The global lubricants industry still relies on toxic phosphorus and sulphur compounds for anti-wear properties. Neol’s copper filming technology can transform the industry in the way it […]

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28 August 2024

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Oomph EV Charging

As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates globally, the need for an adaptable and reliable charging infrastructure becomes increasingly critical. Portable mobile rapid DC charging equipment offers a highly versatile solution to several key challenges facing the EV industry and society at large. Here’s why: Conclusion Portable mobile rapid DC charging equipment addresses so […]

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27 August 2024

How, why and where innovation in e-mobility is happening in the UK

Greenbackers has been observing innovation in e-mobility tech for well over a decade in the UK, with recent, rapid, accelerating rapidly due to a combination of government support, investment in infrastructure, advancements in technology, and the involvement of key industry players. In short, the UK is positioning itself as a leader in e-mobility innovation with […]

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14 August 2024

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Danu Robotics

There is a global issue impacting waste recycling: Conventional waste sorting methods rely heavily on manual labour, which is not only labour-intensive but also time-consuming. Sorting through mixed waste to separate recyclables from non-recyclables is a painstaking process that consumes valuable resources, manpower, and money. Further, recyclables generated through this process tend to be highly […]

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9 August 2024

Greenbackers third reporting on the Sustainable Blue Economy Finance Principles

Overview Greenbackers Investment Capital continues to grow as a business – supporting new, clean technologies and providing them with an eco system of support. In the same way in which The Sustainable Blue Economy Finance Principles (“the Principles”) continues to influence the growing global community congregating around the Blue Economy, Greenbackers support for the Principles […]

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7 August 2024

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Nafici Environmental Research (NER)

The packaging industry has a big problem when it comes to cardboard. The production and disposal of cardboard has significant environmental implications. On the positive side, cardboard is biodegradable and recyclable, with a high recycling rate of 92.9%. However, the production of cardboard is not without its environmental costs. It involves consuming large amounts of water and […]

Events

18 June 2024

Google for Startups Accelerator programs for Europe based startups

Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change are now accepting applications from Seed to Series A stage startups headquartered in Europe. The applications close on 21st of July 2024. These 10-week equity-free accelerator programs present a unique opportunity for Seed to Series A stage startups in Europe. The program aims to empower tech startups by connecting them […]

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13 June 2024

Women Founders in climate/cleantech – how to apply to the Astia Program

Greenbackers recognises that some of the today’s most impactful high-growth companies are led by inclusive teams with women leaders. Factual evidence and statistics indicate that women-founded startups generate more revenue per euro invested [European Women in VC 2021 Report], companies with more women in executive roles are 25% more likely to be profitable [European Women in VC 2022 Report], […]

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28 May 2024

Women in Innovation Award 2024/25

Funding amount: £75k + bespoke business support | Deadline to apply: 10th July 2024 Women founders, co-founders, or senior decision makers within a UK-registered micro or SME that has been registered on Companies House for at least 12 months, are eligible to apply. Up to 50 women will be selected to receive a £75,000 grant and bespoke business support. […]

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24 May 2024

Greenbackers Investment Pitch – Presenting Technologies

Greenbackers Super Pitch featured 20 fantastic, highly investable cleantech businesses, presenting to 140+ active funds. Scroll down to see the presenting ventures and the funds joining us on the day. Greenbackers bi-annual Super Pitch in London took place on 29 May 2024 at KPMG, featuring 20 cutting-edge, highly investible climatetech/cleantech ventures and dozens of VC […]

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7 May 2024

Where cleantech meets growth capital – in the Capital!

Wednesday, 29 May, 2024, 1030-20:00 GMT (incl. lunch & drinks reception) KPMG, 15 Canada Square, London, E14 5GL The Greenbackers Investment Pitch brings together investment-ready techpreneurs with funds in cleantech and climate related sectors. Join Greenbackers as we host our next bi-annual Investment Pitch in London . Sponsored by Aramco Ventures, Lloyds Bank, Granted Consultancy and Scottish Development International. VC Funds, […]

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The First of a Kind (FOAK) playbook: How to secure offtake agreements

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: NEOL Copper Technologies

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Oomph EV Charging

How, why and where innovation in e-mobility is happening in the UK

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Danu Robotics

Greenbackers third reporting on the Sustainable Blue Economy Finance Principles

Greenbackers Deal of the Week Profile: Nafici Environmental Research (NER)

Google for Startups Accelerator programs for Europe based startups

Women Founders in climate/cleantech – how to apply to the Astia Program

Women in Innovation Award 2024/25

Greenbackers Investment Pitch – Presenting Technologies

Where cleantech meets growth capital – in the Capital!

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