Contrarian Ventures — 2025 Investments
4 investments dated 2025 · listed companies and verified rows first · show all
Altrove uses machine learning and AI combined with crystal simulation, high-throughput lab experimentation, and materials characterization to discover, synthesize, and scale novel materials as substitutes for vulnerable existing materials.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareNew MaterialsParis, FR
Thibaud Martin(Founder)inJoonatan Laulainen(Founder)in
Co-investorsCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)EmblemEntrepreneur FirstAlvenBpifranceFJ Labs
Bees & Bears is a startup offering an installment-financing ("Ratenkauf") solution for energy-infrastructure and decarbonization projects, tracking the CO₂ footprint and savings of each financed installation.
CleantechClimate TechEnergyFintech
Franziska Kunz(Founder)in
Co-investorsAngel InvestExtantia CapitalUnruly Capital
Cariqa operates a platform that connects EV charging operators and drivers directly, eliminating intermediaries to provide transparency and control in the charging market.
CleantechClimate TechEnergyFintechMobility & TransportationSaaSBerlin, DE
Issam Tidjani(Founder)inStefano Bonetta(Founder)inTamara Ciullo(Founder)inMario La Pergola(Founder)in
Co-investorsAnthemis VentureGolden Egg Check Capital B.VPlug and Play VenturesTechstarsHatcher+Vento
Decade Energy provides electrification solutions for mobility and fleet depots, including grid upgrades, battery storage, charging infrastructure, and energy optimization software.
BiotechCleantechEnergyMobility & TransportationMountain View, US
Devin Scannell(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Alejandro Ortega Peniche(Founder)inBrian Naughton(Executive Officer, Director)Alexandre Cleret(Founder)Carl Magnus Norden(Founder)Casper Norden(Founder)
Co-investorsEiffel Investment GroupSET VenturesAmplify PartnersAnanda Impact Ventures
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