Regeneration.VC Takes Helm of Sky Ocean Ventures' Climate Portfolio, Expands European Influence

January 22, 2025
Regeneration.VC Takes Helm of Sky Ocean Ventures' Climate Portfolio, Expands European Influence
  • Both Regeneration.VC and Sky Ocean Ventures prioritize investments in consumer startups addressing climate issues, which have historically received less funding compared to energy and mobility sectors.

  • Regeneration.VC has previously invested in successful companies like Greyparrot and Colorifix, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable business practices.

  • On January 22, 2025, Regeneration.VC, a Los Angeles-based venture capital fund, announced its takeover of the climate portfolio management for Sky Ocean Ventures, the impact investing arm of British telecom company Sky.

  • Despite this management transition, Sky Ocean Ventures will retain a financial stake in the portfolio companies.

  • The climate portfolio managed by Regeneration.VC includes early-stage startups focused on climate and cleantech solutions, such as innovative recycling technologies and strategies to combat plastic pollution.

  • Among the notable companies in this portfolio are Xampla, a next-generation plastic startup, and Notpla, a sustainable packaging company.

  • Regeneration.VC currently manages nearly 50 companies globally, with a focus on consumer-driven ClimateTech investments across various sectors including food, apparel, and electronics.

  • The firm distinguishes itself by emphasizing 'Consumer Climate Tech', investing in both hardware and software that promote sustainability in the consumer market.

  • To bolster its European presence, Regeneration.VC has appointed Narina Mnatsakanian, the former head of impact investment at UBS, as its new chief impact officer.

  • In 2024, Dutch institution Invest-NL invested €5 million in Regeneration.VC Fund II, aiming to strengthen connections between Dutch companies and American markets.

  • The investment strategies of Regeneration.VC include Design, Use, and Reuse, which aim to generate environmental impact while also providing financial returns.

  • Jamie Rowles, a partner at Regeneration.VC, noted a growing trend among major corporates to shift their value and supply chains towards more sustainable practices.

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