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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 […]

Events

6 September 2024

Greenbackers x Withers tech Investment Series: IP licensing and collaboration

Withers tech and Greenbackers Investment Capital are hosting a series of webinars covering issues of interest to start-ups, scale-up founders, investors and sustainable tech businesses as well as advice and practical updates on the latest market trends and practices in the VC world. […]

News

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 […]

Events

4 September 2024

Getting Grant Ready: Leveraging Grants to Exit the Valley of Death

Join our webinar and gain valuable insights into how start-ups and scale-ups can successfully leverage grants to exit the Valley of Death, and which funding options are appropriate at different stages of the R&D journey. […]

News

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 […]

News

Illustration showing innovation in e-mobility tech

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 […]

News

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 […]

News

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 […]

News

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 […]

Insights

19 July 2024

Why the world needs more women cleantech entrepreneurs

Greenbackers Investment Capital recognises that many of the today’s most impactful high-growth companies are led by inclusive teams with women leaders. It’s a paradox, women are more affected by climate change than men, and yet greentech is currently a male-dominated field. When it comes to creating climate solutions, the female perspective is sorely lacking. However, investing […]

Clients

Banner: Scotland where ideas become legend

12 July 2024

Greenbackers accelerates funding support for Scottish cleantech founders

Greenbackers Investment Capital recognises that some of today’s most impactful high-growth companies are led by cleantech companies based in Scotland. Greenbackers is based in Glasgow and, though international in scope, is especially keen to support Scottish cleantech. We are currently working with 4 Scottish founded/co-founded ventures to accelerate their progress. They are, in a word, […]

Events

4 July 2024

SOSV Climate Tech Summit

Ready to Pitch? Time to register for SOSV’s fourth annual Climate Tech Summit. The Summit is virtual, free and more than ever the essential event for the climate startup ecosystem. As part of your fundraising campaign, Greenbackers has secured the opportunity for you to apply to SOSV’s VC-Founder Climate Tech Matchup, which reportedly last year saw 1,800 generalist VCs and founders schedule […]

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