Emerald Technology Ventures Ag
Venture capitalZurich · Late Stage · 76 people tracked
Investment thesis
Emerald believes in investing in sustainable industrial innovation that generates returns while creating measurable positive environmental and social impact, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The firm focuses on pragmatic, results-driven sustainability investing across sectors like water efficiency, smart packaging, clean transport electrification, and industrial automation.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 76 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 16 of 83 portfolio companiesCleantech ×8Circular Economy ×4Climate Tech ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Biotech ×3Energy ×3Enterprise Software ×3Hardware ×3
HQs:United States×3Germany×2Canada×1Finland×1United Kingdom×1India×1
Investments · showing 60 of 83
founders shown can be your intro pathactnano develops PFAS-free conformal coatings for electronic protection across automotive, consumer electronics, medical, and industrial applications. The company's Advanced nanoGUARD technology provides waterproof protection while maintaining signal integrity and regulatory compliance.
Deep TechNew Materials
Alitheon's FeaturePrint is an optical-AI technology that identifies and authenticates individual physical items by analyzing their inherent surface features without requiring labels, barcodes, or tags. The technology serves high-consequence industries including luxury goods, healthcare, automotive, aerospace, government, military, and electronics to prevent counterfeiting, track inventory, and ensure supply chain traceability.
AI & Machine Learning
Cajo Technologies develops laser-based marking solutions for product traceability without chemical additives, serving manufacturers in materials processing and industrial sectors. The technology reduces carbon footprint by 90% compared to inkjet or painting methods and offers payback periods under 8 months.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechKempele, FI
Colibri Energy designs and manufactures lithium-ion battery systems for ground support equipment and airside logistics vehicles, primarily serving airports and material handling operators seeking to reduce battery costs and emissions.
CleantechEnergyHardwareBerlin, DE
Helmuth von Grolman(CEO)
CREW provides process intensification technology for wastewater treatment facilities using calcium carbonate dosing to enhance treatment efficiency, reduce operating costs, and remove greenhouse gases. The solution integrates into existing infrastructure and generates verified carbon removal credits for buyers.
Circular EconomyCleantechClimate TechNew Haven, US
EWT manufactures and deploys distributed wind turbines for individuals, businesses, and communities seeking to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. The company serves customers operating on-grid or off-grid, from single buildings to remote communities.
CleantechEnergyHardware
Genecis commercializes the production of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable polymer made from bacteria that consume organic waste, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics for packaging, textiles, medical devices, and other applications. The company applies circular economy principles to create high-quality, eco-friendly products that break down naturally without microplastic pollution.
Advanced ManufacturingBiotechCircular EconomyCleantechClimate TechRoboticsToronto, CA
Luna Yu(Founder)in
Imagin Dairy produces plant-based dairy proteins designed to replicate the flavor, nutrition, and texture of traditional dairy while minimizing environmental and animal welfare impacts. The company serves consumers seeking sustainable dairy alternatives.
Circular EconomyClimate TechFoodTechImpact & Social Good
Indra develops ElectroX, a modular electrochemical wastewater treatment platform that removes contaminants using electricity instead of chemicals, serving industrial estates, municipal plants, and commercial facilities. The system is paired with a digital intelligence layer for real-time monitoring and optimization of water recovery and reuse.
CleantechEnterprise Software<UNKNOWN>, IN
INERATEC produces synthetic fuels and chemicals from CO₂ and renewable hydrogen using microstructure technology, offering e-SAF, e-diesel, and other drop-in ready fuels and chemical products for energy and manufacturing industries.
CleantechClimate TechEnergyNot stated on page, DE
Keto provides a portfolio management and intelligence platform for enterprises to align strategy, capital allocation, and execution in real time. The system automates portfolio analysis and reallocation decisions for large organizations in manufacturing and energy sectors.
Enterprise SoftwareSaaS
Mentor APM provides asset and work management software for water utilities and other complex process operations. The platform integrates asset management intelligence, work management, and decision support to help organizations optimize maintenance strategies and capital planning.
Enterprise SoftwareSaaS
Water utility management leaderFormer Oracle Utilities practice lead
MetGen develops industrial enzymes for bio-based chemical and material production from biomass and wood feedstocks. The company provides enzyme solutions to biotechnology and chemical manufacturing companies seeking greener alternatives to petroleum-based production processes.
AgTechBiotechCircular EconomyCleantechNew Materials
Sea Machines develops autonomous command and control technology and computer vision systems for maritime vessels. The company serves the global shipping and marine industries with AI-powered navigation and autonomy solutions deployed on commercial and government vessels worldwide.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechHardwareIoTRoboticsBoston, US
Michael Gordon Johnson(Founder)
Board seats · per SEC filings
what is this? ⓘ$7.5M raise · filed Jun 2024 · via Helge Carlos Daebel
Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Emerald Technology Ventures Ag invest at?
- Emerald Technology Ventures Ag invests at the Late Stage stage.
- What sectors does Emerald Technology Ventures Ag focus on?
- Emerald Technology Ventures Ag focuses on Cleantech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Emerald Technology Ventures Ag located?
- Emerald Technology Ventures Ag is headquartered in Zurich, CH.
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