On February 27th, 2024, we convened an action-packed conference of thought leaders who share a vision of a future for roads that is safe, efficient and sustainable. Meghan Hunt organized the event on behalf of HG Ventures and provides key takeaways from the day.
Powering the e-fuels revolution: Why we invested in INERATEC
The potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) is attracting a lot of interest and excitement, and HG Ventures recently made a new investment in this space. Here, Nick Arnold outlines the technology involved, and our rationale for investing in INERATEC.
Pitch Perfect: A Guide for Young Founders Presenting to VCs
The process of securing investment for a startup can be daunting, especially for young or first-time founders. The newest and youngest member of the HG Ventures team, Erin Crowther offers guiding principles on how entrepreneurs in this position can focus on generating the most value and investor interest in these high pressure situations.
Destroying ‘forever chemicals’… forever: Why we invested in Aclarity
HG Ventures recently participated in a $16M funding round for Massachusetts startup, Aclarity, a company focused on the destruction of PFAS. The investment expands our portfolio of water startups, and here, senior director Ginger Rothrock outlines our investment rationale.
Unlocking Sustainable Solutions: Insights from Cleantech Forum North America
HG Ventures’ Nick Arnold recently attended the Cleantech Forum North America, which brings together leaders in the sustainable innovation ecosystem – start-ups, scale-ups, investors, corporates, government and more. Here, Nick shares his observations and insights from the three-day event.
2023 in Review
As we begin 2024, HG Ventures’ Jon Schalliol looks back on a tumultuous year for venture capital and sustainability tech investment, the strategic investments the firm has made, and other highlights.
A Roadmap to the Future: Announcing HG Ventures’ Future of Roads Report
The following post is an excerpt from HG Ventures’ Future of Roads Report (November 2023) – An Introduction by John Glushik.
Turning dust into dollars: Why we invested in industrial biotechnology firm, Bind-X
In August 2023, HG Ventures led a €10M investment round in German biotech company, Bind-X. Here, Nick Arnold details the rationale, and why this is such a strong fit for our portfolio.
Puraffinity takes a seat at the top table in water discourse
HG Ventures recently increased its investment in Puraffinity, participating in the London-based startup’s $13.9M Series A funding round. Puraffinity is focused on combating the ‘forever chemicals’ found in water; here, Co-founder and CEO Henrik Hagemann shares his insights from participating in this year’s United Nations Water Conference, and his ambitions for the future.
Unicorns, puppies and pieces of pie: A guide to venture capital and trends in sustainable investment
HG Ventures’ senior director, Ginger Rothrock recently delivered a keynote address at the SP Innovation Summit, organized by the automotive industry’s Suppliers Partnership for the Environment. Here, Ginger outlines some of the insights into the world of venture capital that she shared with the Summit’s delegates.
Building a greener future: Why we invested in Material Evolution
In June 2023, HG Ventures increased its investment in UK materials science firm, Material Evolution, as part of that company’s £15M Series A round. Here, senior director, Ginger Rothrock explains why we doubled down.
Tapping into UK innovation
HG Ventures’, Jon Schalliol outlines an important initiative with Innovate UK that creates connections with some of the UK’s leading climate tech innovators.