Transition VC
Overview
Transition VC is a Bengaluru-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments within the energy transition sector. The firm is dedicated to supporting startups that are developing innovative solutions in areas such as electrification, energy storage, industrial decarbonization, alternative fuels, and next-generation manufacturing. By focusing on these sectors, Transition VC aims to accelerate India's journey towards a net-zero future. The firm's investment strategy centers on providing catalytic capital to engineering-led companies that are at the post-product, pre-product-market-fit stage. This approach allows Transition VC to identify and support founders whose solutions have demonstrated technical feasibility and are emerging in the market. The firm emphasizes building a complementary portfolio where companies can share operational insights, supply chain resources, and talent, thereby creating a synergistic ecosystem that enhances the collective value of its investments. Transition VC's debut fund closed at ₹700 crore (approximately $77 million), significantly surpassing its initial target of ₹400 crore. This oversubscription reflects strong investor confidence in the energy transition sector as a promising investment frontier. The fund has already supported 17 startups and aims to build a final portfolio of up to 25 companies. Notable investments include CIMware, Comminent, Matel, EMO, Hydgen, Dynolt, and Promethean, each contributing uniquely to the evolving energy landscape in India.
Investment Focus
- Innovative solutions in energy transition and sustainability
- Early-stage technology and healthcare startups
- Alignment with global climate goals
- Engineering-led solutions
- Post-product, pre-product-market-fit stage
- Focus on energy transition sectors
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Transition VC invest in?
Transition VC invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Sustainability, ClimateTech and Cleantech, and is based in Karnataka, India. Transition VC is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Transition VC invest at?
Transition VC backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage and Series A, writing cheques of 500K - 1M.
Which regions does Transition VC invest in?
Transition VC invests across India.
Who are the partners at Transition VC?
Team members listed for Transition VC include Raiyaan Shingati (Co-Founder & Managing Partner) and Shantanu Chaturvedi (Partner).
What companies has Transition VC invested in?
Transition VC's portfolio includes Hydgen, EMO Energy, Matel, CIMware, Comminent, EMO, Dynolt and Promethean.
How do I contact Transition VC?
Transition VC's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
