Stage FocusSeries A, Series B+
GeographyGlobal, Rest of World
TypeCVC
Last Activity2025
Industry Focus
Industries
Advanced MaterialsClimate TechAdvanced Manufacturing
Technical BenchStrong
Investor TypeCVC
ExposureMostly DeepTech Investments
Bio
Rio Tinto Ventures is the CVC arm of Rio Tinto, one of the world's largest mining companies. Over $1B has been allocated for decarbonization and technology investments. The focus is mining technology, materials processing, and decarbonization solutions.
Key investments include ELYSIS (carbon-free aluminum smelting, co-invested with Apple and Alcoa), battery metals, green hydrogen, and CO2 mineral...
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MetalysisE
ELYSISF
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