Galvanize Climate Solutions

Overview

Galvanize is a global investment firm specializing in climate-focused ventures and growth equity. Founded in 2021 by investors Katie Hall and Tom Steyer, the firm aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy by investing across various asset classes, including venture capital, private equity, public equities, real estate, and private credit. The firm integrates expertise across investment, climate impact, market development, talent, technology, and policy to identify and execute on investment opportunities across all sectors of the economy. Galvanize has offices in San Francisco, New York, and London. The firm's investment strategy focuses on early- to growth-stage companies that drive decarbonization, providing both capital and interdisciplinary resources to help accelerate the path to commercial scale. In September 2023, Galvanize closed its Innovation + Expansion Fund at over $1 billion, making it one of the largest climate venture funds raised to date. The fund has invested in 11 companies across various sectors, including Alcemy, Arable, Lydian, Plotlogic, Pulsora, Regrow, The Routing Company, VEIR, Watershed, Worldly, and Zhero. Galvanize's investment philosophy centers on delivering compelling returns through deep specialization in energy and the business of decarbonization. The firm pairs top-tier institutional investment talent with expertise across technology, science, market development, policy, and geopolitics to identify and execute on investment opportunities across all sectors of the economy. This integrated approach aims to drive material climate impact and create long-term value for investors. In November 2025, co-founder Tom Steyer took a formal leave of absence from his role as Co-Chair to run for Governor of California. Despite this, Galvanize continues to operate under the leadership of its remaining co-founder, Katie Hall, and the firm's dedicated team. Galvanize's portfolio includes companies across various sectors, such as Alcemy, Arable, Lydian, Plotlogic, Pulsora, Regrow, The Routing Company, VEIR, Watershed, Worldly, and Zhero. These investments reflect the firm's commitment to supporting innovative solutions that address the climate crisis across multiple industries and geographies.

Investment Focus

• Focus on decarbonization
• Early- to growth-stage companies
• Global impact potential

Portfolio Companies