Urban Impact Ventures

Venture Capital Zaandam, Netherlands ·Founded 2020

Overview

Urban Impact Ventures is a Dutch venture capital firm dedicated to enhancing urban quality of life by investing in sustainable technology solutions. The firm concentrates on two primary investment themes: decarbonization and circularity within urban environments. By targeting these areas, Urban Impact Ventures aims to address the funding gap for sustainable transformations in small and mid-sized European cities, supporting entrepreneurs who apply technology to urban infrastructure. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a broad spectrum of stages, including Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth, Late Stage, and Pre-IPO. Geographically, Urban Impact Ventures focuses on a diverse range of European countries, such as the Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Austria, Switzerland, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania. This extensive geographical focus enables the firm to identify and support innovative solutions across various urban contexts. Urban Impact Ventures is committed to aligning its investments with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to sustainable cities and communities. The firm's approach combines capital with deep expertise in investing, innovation, impact entrepreneurship, and sustainable urban development, aiming to deliver both financial returns and positive societal impact. By focusing on sectors such as clean energy, urban planning, infrastructure, and transportation, Urban Impact Ventures seeks to foster urban transformations that contribute to a more sustainable and livable future for European cities.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative and scalable early-stage or expansion-stage businesses
  • Commitment to sustainable urban transformation
  • Alignment with decarbonization and circularity themes
  • Potential for positive impact on urban quality of life

Portfolio Companies

Hardt HyperloopIBIS Power

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Frequently asked questions about Urban Impact Ventures

What sectors does Urban Impact Ventures invest in?

Urban Impact Ventures invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Retail, and is based in Zaandam, Netherlands. Urban Impact Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Urban Impact Ventures invest at?

Urban Impact Ventures backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 1.5M - 3M.

Which regions does Urban Impact Ventures invest in?

Urban Impact Ventures invests across United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark and Switzerland.

Who are the partners at Urban Impact Ventures?

Team members listed for Urban Impact Ventures include Korstiaan Zandvliet (Partner) and Hans van Houwelingen (Managing Partner).

What companies has Urban Impact Ventures invested in?

Urban Impact Ventures's portfolio includes Hardt Hyperloop and IBIS Power.

How do I contact Urban Impact Ventures?

Urban Impact Ventures's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

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