ClimateTech Fund
Invests in Connecticut climate-tech businesses from seed through growth stages in clean energy and mobility sectors.
The ClimateTech Fund is a $100 million equity investment vehicle managed by Connecticut Innovations, Connecticut's quasi-public venture authority, targeting companies working on climate mitigation, adaptation, and environmental protection. The fund plans to invest in 15 to 25 companies over a 10- to 15-year investment period across verticals including energy, mobility, circular economy, water, foo…
Priced equity investment from Connecticut Innovations' $100M fund for early-stage through Series B/C companies working on climate mitigation, clean energy, circular economy, mobility, water, or food and agriculture.
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