Demeter

Demeter Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, specializing in investments that support the ecological transition. Founded in 2005, the firm focuses on seed, start-up, early-stage, growth, and infrastructure capital, investing between €0.5 million and €30 million in companies at various stages of development, including innovative startups and high-growth small to medium enterprises. Demeter primarily targets sectors such as eco-industries, green technology, renewable energy, and environmental services, with particular interest in energy efficiency and waste treatment. The firm predominantly operates in Europe, especially in France, but also invests in North America and other regions. Demeter Partners manages multiple private equity funds and prefers to take minority stakes, often seeking a board seat in its portfolio companies to assist in their development. In 2016, Demeter Partners merged with Emertec Gestion, enhancing its position as a leading player in the energy transition and environmental sectors.

Maureen Le Baud

Investment Director

Olivier Bordelanne Ph.D

Partner

Raphaël Bordenave

Analyst

Maxime Bouloc

Investment Director, Infrastructure

Cyrille Cabaret

Partner

Stéphanie Chretien

Partner

Lionel Cormier

Managing Partner

Julien Coudy

Partner

Christophe Desrumaux

Partner

Philippe Detours

Managing Partner & Member of Management Board

Geoffroy Dubus

Partner

Vanessa Favier-Klak

Partner and General Counsel

Jean-Philippe Gendre

Investment Director

Cástor González

Investment Manager

Mathieu Goudot

Investment Director

Sophie Paturle Guesnerot

Founding and Managing Partner

Stéphanie Hillard

Investment Director

Amaury Kalt

Investment Director

Adeline Kempf

Investment Director

Guillaume Laffineur

Business Developer

Yann Lagalaye

General Partner

Benjamin Lamothe

Investment Manager

Eric Marty

Managing Partner

Paul Mauduit

Investment Director

Bernard Maître

Venture Partner

Sophie Paturle-Guesnerot

Co-Founder & Investment Manager

Jérôme Petitjean

Investment Director

Corinne Roussel

Co-Chief Financial & Operations Officer

Jean-Charles Scatena

Partner, Co-Chief Financial & Chief Operations Officer

Holger Schragmann

Partner

María Sansigre Silva

Investment Director

Aurelie Tocatlian

Investment Manager

Olivier Usureau

Partner

Vincent Vettier

Partner

Stéphane Villecroze

Managing Partner

Eric Vincent

Partner

130 past transactions

LIZEE

Series A in 2023
LIZEE is a logistics and managed services solution to kick-start your rental business.

crop.zone

Series A in 2022
Crop.Zone provides farmers with chemistry-free tools for weed control and harvest preparation. Its patented solution can replace a significant part of today’s synthetic herbicide use, providing a competitive alternative for weed management hence contributing to yield optimization and farm profitability, while contributing to sustainability goals. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Aachen, Germany.

SENCROP

Series B in 2022
Sencrop is an ag-tech startup that offers an in-field data-based platform to empower farmers to make better decisions in their daily agricultural activities. Sencrop designs and sells connected weather forecast solutions for farmers to measure rain, hygrometry, and wind speed. The sensors are cheap, robust, movable, and easy to use, making more efficient and sustainable farming possible

Lixo

Seed Round in 2022
Lixo develops software solutions to improve the performance of recycling companies, from waste collection to sorting and recyling

NAWA Technologies

Series C in 2022
NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme designs, develops, industrializes, and commercializes products based on organized nanostructures to enable improvements in materials and devices dedicated to energy, transportation, and environment markets. The company offers multifunctional materials and energy storage devices. NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme was founded in 2013 and is based in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Opendatasoft

Venture Round in 2022
Opendatasoft specializes in data sharing solutions that enable organizations to create value from their data through effective publishing and reuse. The company provides a comprehensive platform that serves as a centralized hub for organizing data, along with tools designed for accessing, visualizing, analyzing, and sharing information. By facilitating better data management practices, Opendatasoft aims to empower organizations to leverage their data more effectively, ultimately enhancing decision-making and driving innovation.

Plan A

Series A in 2021
PlanA.Earth GmbH is the first data-driven B2B SaaS platform which helps businesses calculate, monitor and offset their carbon footprint, while creating automatically a sustainability action plan, according to the company's footprint.

Verkor

Venture Round in 2021
Verkor is a French industrial company set to amplify battery cell production.

Upciti

Venture Round in 2021
Upciti provider of precise, localized and real-time data for smart cities and smart retailers. we produce and make available data at the service of man to make cities smarter and more pleasant to live for all on a daily basis.

SWEETCH Energy

Venture Round in 2021
SWEETCH Energy is developing a breakthrough technology in the field of salinity gradient power harvesting.

See You Sun

Series A in 2021
See You Sun provides electric mobility and renewable energy production solutions.

Instant System

Series A in 2021
INSTANT System is a software company specializing in innovative multimodal transport solutions.

Plan A

Seed Round in 2021
PlanA.Earth GmbH is the first data-driven B2B SaaS platform which helps businesses calculate, monitor and offset their carbon footprint, while creating automatically a sustainability action plan, according to the company's footprint.

Tchek

Seed Round in 2021
Tchek is a French startup that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) for car inspection.

Magicpallet

Seed Round in 2020
MagicPallet SAS is a French company that specializes in logistics and supply chain management. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Montpellier, the company has developed an online application designed to optimize the management of lumber returns for carriers. This platform enables carriers to connect with one another, facilitating the pooling of debts and lumber stocks across Europe. By enhancing communication and collaboration among carriers, MagicPallet aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency in the lumber industry.

Trayvisor

Seed Round in 2020
Trayvisor is computer software that utilizes artificial intelligence for food and health services. Its AI-powered solution consists of an automatic plate and food recognition using computer vision and deep learning and it is ready to be deployed in different cashier systems.

BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells

Seed Round in 2020
BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells develops ecological devices. The company develops a paper-based, ultra-thin, flexible and miniature bioenzymatic fuel cell system. The company offers a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for practical energy generation for minimizing impact to environment. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Grenoble, France.

ZE Energy

Seed Round in 2020
ZE Energy is provides a hybrid solar plant solution featuring energy storage capabilities and photovoltaics. Equipped with a battery that stores the solar energy generated throughout the day, its power plants boast the advantages of solar power in terms of production costs, integration to the environment and power grid, as well as the generation of zero CO2 emissions.

Zeway

Seed Round in 2020
Zeway is a developer of mobility solutions focused on promoting the use of electric scooters and mopeds in urban environments, particularly in Paris. The company operates on a subscription model that provides customers access to a network of battery-swapping stations, eliminating the inconvenience of charging. In addition to the vehicles, Zeway offers insurance, assistance, and maintenance services, ensuring a comprehensive and user-friendly experience for its customers. By facilitating the transition to electric mobility, Zeway aims to contribute to cleaner air and sustainable transportation options in the city.

MyLight Systems

Venture Round in 2020
MyLight Systems specializes in energy management solutions that empower homeowners to produce and utilize their own solar electricity. The company focuses on creating solar self-consumption systems that optimize the use of energy generated by photovoltaic (PV) panels. By enhancing the efficiency of local PV energy consumption, MyLight Systems aims to help users significantly reduce their electricity costs and achieve energy independence. Their innovative approach benefits both residential and tertiary sectors, allowing for substantial savings while promoting sustainable energy practices.

Spareka

Venture Round in 2020
Spareka is an online platform based in Montreuil, France, specializing in the sale of spare parts for household appliances and other equipment. Founded in 2012, the company not only provides a wide range of spare parts for devices such as motorized gates, swimming pool components, garden tools, and bathroom equipment, but also supports users in the repair process. Spareka offers educational resources, including tutorials and diagnostic tools, to assist customers in identifying device failures and performing self-repairs. This approach promotes sustainable consumption by encouraging users to extend the life of their appliances through self-repair.

Les Nouveaux Affineurs

Venture Round in 2020
Les Nouveaux Affineurs S.A.S. is a French company based in Massy, established in 2016, that specializes in the production and sale of plant-based cheeses. They create fermented products that closely mimic the texture and taste of traditional dairy cheeses, offering a vegan alternative without the use of milk or animal products. The company operates an e-commerce platform to reach a broad audience, supplying vegan shops, specialized marketplaces, and restaurants with their innovative cheese products. Les Nouveaux Affineurs emphasizes quality and pleasure in its offerings, aiming to satisfy the tastes of consumers seeking dairy-free options.

Cityscoot

Venture Round in 2020
Cityscoot offers full access to electric scooters throughout Paris, Nice, Milan and Rome through an app. The company started operating 150 free floating electric scooters in Paris in June 2016. Since then, it has progressively extended its fleet to 5000 scooters in Paris, Nice, Milan and Rome (summer 2019). The user identifies in the app an available scooter nearby, books it free of charge for 10 minutes, then unlocks it with a four digit code. The service includes a comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure safe rentals. Cityscoot is the only operator that has developed its own software and hardware technology. Fleet management is another point of differentiation : employees are maintening the scooters in good conditions and they're driving electric utility-trucks.

NAWA Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme designs, develops, industrializes, and commercializes products based on organized nanostructures to enable improvements in materials and devices dedicated to energy, transportation, and environment markets. The company offers multifunctional materials and energy storage devices. NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme was founded in 2013 and is based in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Huddle Corp

Venture Round in 2020
Huddle Corp is an innovative supplier of feeds for fish and shrimp hatcheries.

Naïo Technologies

Series A in 2020
Naio Technologies develops and markets machines for agriculture and viticulture. It features electric tools for weeding, hoeing, and harvesting that help farmers collect and harvest their products. The company specializes in agriculture, AI, robotics, and Agtech. Naio Technologies was founded in 2011 and headquartered in Midi-Pyrenees, France.

envelio

Series A in 2019
Envelio GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Cologne, Germany, specializes in developing software and algorithms for energy networks. Its primary offering is the Intelligent Grid Platform (IGP), a modular software system designed to assist distribution grid operators in digitizing and automating grid planning and operation processes. The IGP includes applications for data quality, which connects isolated data systems to identify and correct errors, as well as planning applications that automate grid planning tasks. Additionally, IGP operation applications provide recommendations for managing congestion in the grid during potential bottlenecks. By leveraging artificial intelligence and mathematical optimization, Envelio supports the integration of numerous distributed energy resources and smart meter data, addressing the challenges posed by the evolving energy landscape.

Proviridis

Venture Round in 2019
Proviridis is a provider of alternative technologies and fuels for vehicles. The company natural gas along with fast intelligent electric recharges and hydrogen stations for range extenders in order to provide an operational response to the economic and environmental requirements of transport professionals.

Foodvisor

Venture Round in 2019
Foodvisor is a nutrition application that assists users in making healthier dietary choices by utilizing smartphone cameras to identify food items and estimate serving sizes. The app provides detailed nutritional information rapidly, allowing users to access essential data about their meals. This functionality goes beyond merely counting calories; it aims to promote healthier eating habits and support users in achieving a balanced diet. By combining technology with nutritional guidance, Foodvisor empowers individuals to improve their dietary habits effectively.

Optimum Automotive

Venture Round in 2019
Optimum Automotive SAS specializes in developing and installing an online fleet monitoring and management platform, complemented by a mobile application. The company's software encompasses a variety of services, including workflow management, park management, car sharing, vehicle pool management, and vehicle tracking. It further enhances user experience with features such as driving assistance alerts, tax calculation, vehicle protection, and driver consulting services. Optimum Automotive also offers a DATA HUB that effectively collects and analyzes data using intelligent algorithms to optimize fleet operations. In addition to software solutions, the company provides maintenance and hardware after-sales services. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, France, Optimum Automotive aims to reduce vehicle fleet costs, minimize carbon footprints, and promote new mobility solutions in the workplace.

TIBOT Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
The company TIBOT technologies was born in May 2016: its objective, to develop solutions which facilitate the daily life of poultry farming. In 2015, Lætitia and Benoît called on the services of Cimtech, a design office in mechatronics located near Rennes (35), to assess the feasibility of a robot for poultry farming that could bring more comfort and profitability to their daily work.

Wattsense

Seed Round in 2019
Wattsense is an on-demand, non-intrusive building connectivity service. We help forward-thinking facility managers deliver operational efficiency and create higher value customer services. Businesses of every size—from new startups to public companies—use our hardware and software to deploy applications in facilities.

Alterea Group

Private Equity Round in 2019
Alterea is a renovation projects, construction and energy optimization projects in the areas of social and condominiums, public works, tertiary buildings, commercial, industrial and medical.

Chesneau

Acquisition in 2019
Chesneau is an expert in the polishing and precision fitting of a know-how of more than 20 years of experience. Service provider on well entrusted, it must meet all the requirements of its customers to give the parts, geometry and surface condition requested.

Parkoview

Seed Round in 2019
Parkoview SAS designs, manufactures, and maintains parking sensors based on image recognition using Artificial Intelligence. The company offers permanent 220VAC Wi-Fi, permanent 220VAC Wi-Fi 3G, intermittent 220VAC battery Wi-Fi, and intermittent 220VAC battery Wi-Fi 3G. Its products are used in lenear parking, spot parking, and counting. Parkoview SAS was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreuil, France.

Microphyt

Venture Round in 2019
Microphyt is a company based in Baillargues, France, that specializes in the research, development, production, and marketing of microalgae and other photosynthetic microorganisms. Founded in 2007, Microphyt caters to various markets, including beauty care, food, health, and energy. The company focuses on creating natural algae-based products that support weight loss and promote brain health, while also engaging in industrial farming of microalgae.

Deepki

Series B in 2019
Deepki SAS, founded in 2014 by Vincent Bryant and Emmanuel Blanchet, is a Paris-based company specializing in data analysis for energy efficiency. The firm focuses on identifying energy savings across numerous buildings simultaneously. By leveraging advanced data analytics, Deepki aims to optimize energy consumption and promote sustainable practices in the built environment.

Pony

Venture Round in 2019
Pony is the first shared micro-mobility scheme to decentralise ownership of its vehicles, because they believe shared vehicles should belong to the people who use them. They let any of their users acquire & share their ponies, ensuring that the profits remain in the local economy.

NAWA Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme designs, develops, industrializes, and commercializes products based on organized nanostructures to enable improvements in materials and devices dedicated to energy, transportation, and environment markets. The company offers multifunctional materials and energy storage devices. NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme was founded in 2013 and is based in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Dibotics

Seed Round in 2019
Dibotics develops software for real –time processing of 3D data. It offers mapping and robotic localization solution, known as 3D simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) to achieve mobile autonomy. The company provides outdoor, maritime, airborne, and indoor solutions. It offers outdoor solutions for 3D mapping, autonomous car, autonomous truck convoy, localization in agriculture, driverless car, SLAM on fields, and autonomous shuttle; and maritime solutions for automatic harbor monitoring and 3D real- time dock scanning. It also offers airborne solutions, such as airborne mapping using Lidar, drone security zone, and infrastructure surveillance with drone; and indoor solutions, including 3D ToF camera SLAM, super resolution filter, and SLAM on warehouse ceiling. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Versailles, France.

Hesus

Series B in 2019
Hesus SAS, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, specializes in industrial pollution and waste management services. The company focuses on assisting public works contractors in effectively managing the evacuation of contaminated or inert building sites. To enhance its innovative capabilities, Hesus has established a partnership with Paris Est University, specifically with its "Geo-Environment" Master program. This collaboration serves as a valuable source of knowledge in the field of sites and soil, while also functioning as a pedagogical tool to improve practices within the industry.

Kapsera

Seed Round in 2019
Kapsera SAS manufactures microbials based bio fertilizers and bio pesticides. It offers microfluidics encapsulation technology that produces monodisperse and alginate capsules, which are compatible with farming equipment and micro-organisms. Kapsera SAS was founded in 2018 and is based in Paris, France.

Ergosup

Series B in 2019
Ergosup is a company based in Malataverne, France, that specializes in the development of decentralized hydrogen-energy production systems. The firm has created an innovative process for producing high-pressure hydrogen on-site, which facilitates the refueling of hydrogen fuel vehicles. Ergosup provides generators that store and convert electricity into hydrogen under pressure, enabling the co-generation of electric power for hydrogen service stations and various industrial applications. This technology allows clients to achieve zero-emission solutions for mobility applications, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Zenpark

Series B in 2019
Zenpark SAS, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint Germain en Laye, France, specializes in providing an online platform for sharing parking spaces. The company offers Europe's first automated shared parking service, allowing members to access an intelligent network of parking options. This network includes various partners such as hotels, residential landlords, businesses, and parking operators, optimizing the use of available spaces. Zenpark's platform aims to deliver a practical and economical solution for urban mobility, addressing traffic challenges by promoting connected and shared parking services. By facilitating efficient use of parking areas, Zenpark contributes to reducing urban sprawl and enhancing the overall parking experience for its users.

SENCROP

Series A in 2019
Sencrop is an ag-tech startup that offers an in-field data-based platform to empower farmers to make better decisions in their daily agricultural activities. Sencrop designs and sells connected weather forecast solutions for farmers to measure rain, hygrometry, and wind speed. The sensors are cheap, robust, movable, and easy to use, making more efficient and sustainable farming possible

Sirfull

Venture Round in 2019
Sirfull Technology offers innovative software solutions dedicated to industrial assets management.The company specializes in developing welding quality and equipment life cycle management cloud software and offers software to manage welding quality control and technical documentation as well as an equipment inspection software that collaborates the inspection, monitoring, and risk management of industrial equipment to centralize in a collaborative platform, enabling its clients to optimize their business processes through digital manufacturing services.

Geoflex

Venture Round in 2018
Geoflex SARL, based in Orsay, France, is a company that specializes in the design and development of radio navigation satellite measurement systems. The firm operates Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) that facilitate precise positioning and navigation, as well as timing forecasts and meteorological services. Geoflex serves various sectors, including construction, where it provides equipment guidance, surveying, and monitoring services. In the railway industry, it offers navigation and virtual traffic signs, while in maritime applications, it supports dredging, navigation, and container supervision. Additionally, Geoflex delivers location-based services for smartphones and tablets, including collaborative mapping and safety services. The company also provides advanced geospatial services, such as topography, mapping, and remote sensing. Utilizing a disruptive technology developed by CNES, Geoflex enables real-time absolute positioning accuracy of up to 4 centimeters globally, without the need for nearby GNSS stations, thus supporting the automation of activities across various industries, including transportation and smart city development. Geoflex was incorporated in 2012.

Wisebatt

Seed Round in 2018
Wisebatt SAS, founded in 2016 and based in Chatou, France, specializes in web-based simulation software tailored for electronic engineers working on Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The platform allows users to create virtual prototypes and conduct power analysis and optimization of battery-powered devices early in the design process. By providing rapid access to complex modeling results that would typically take weeks, Wisebatt enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of hardware and software designers, as well as service providers. The technology is rooted in over 15 years of academic research, enabling users to make informed decisions regarding cost, battery life, and performance, ultimately leading to the development of more reliable and sustainable electronic solutions.

Stimergy

Venture Round in 2018
Stimergy, based in Grenoble, France, operates eco-friendly data centers that enhance energy efficiency by recycling heat generated from computer servers. Founded in 2013, the company installs mini-data centers in secure areas of residential buildings, utilizing a digital boiler to convert waste heat into hot water for these buildings. This innovative approach integrates data centers into the smart city ecosystem, creating a resilient computing grid interconnected by optical fiber. Additionally, Stimergy offers project development services tailored for animation studios, helping to determine the necessary server allocation, computing power, storage speed, and connection speed for specific projects. The company's efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and efficiency in data management.

Lactips

Venture Round in 2018
Lactips is a French company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Lyon. It specializes in manufacturing biodegradable and water-soluble thermoplastic pellets derived from milk protein. The company employs a proprietary industrial process to produce these pellets quickly and in high volumes, making them suitable for various applications, including thermoforming and films. Lactips aims to offer its industrial clients innovative and sustainable alternatives to traditional oil-based plastics, aligning with its commitment to environmental sustainability and efficiency. By providing these disruptive solutions, Lactips supports its clients in accessing new markets while promoting a cleaner and more sustainable approach to plastic usage.

envelio

Seed Round in 2018
Envelio GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Cologne, Germany, specializes in developing software and algorithms for energy networks. Its primary offering is the Intelligent Grid Platform (IGP), a modular software system designed to assist distribution grid operators in digitizing and automating grid planning and operation processes. The IGP includes applications for data quality, which connects isolated data systems to identify and correct errors, as well as planning applications that automate grid planning tasks. Additionally, IGP operation applications provide recommendations for managing congestion in the grid during potential bottlenecks. By leveraging artificial intelligence and mathematical optimization, Envelio supports the integration of numerous distributed energy resources and smart meter data, addressing the challenges posed by the evolving energy landscape.

eLichens

Venture Round in 2018
eLichens is a company specializing in air quality sensing solutions, founded in 2014 and based in Grenoble, France, with an additional office in Silicon Valley, California. The company develops ultra-low-power gas sensors, connected stations, and indoor air quality monitoring systems designed for various applications, including industrial safety, HVAC systems, smart cities, gas leak detection, smart homes, and automotive environments. eLichens aims to provide comprehensive and relevant information about air quality through its innovative technology, which includes a portfolio of patents and expertise in both consumer electronics and industrial markets. Their products enable clients to monitor, assess, and enhance air quality in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Quanturi

Venture Round in 2018
Quanturi Oy, founded in 2016 and based in Espoo, Finland, specializes in the development and provision of continuous monitoring solutions for fermentable products, catering to the agricultural, forestry, and waste sectors. The company offers a range of wireless monitoring systems, including those for compost temperature, grain management, and hay monitoring, ensuring the safety and quality of stored materials. Its platform provides real-time alerts for potential hazards, enhancing traceability and reducing handling costs. By enabling farmers and industry professionals to monitor their products effectively, Quanturi aims to prevent business disruptions and mitigate risks associated with spoilage or accidents. The company has expanded its presence across various countries, including France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, and Belgium, and sells its products online to reach a broader market.

Aledia

Series C in 2018
Aledia SA develops and manufactures light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company offers microwire LED chips based on a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. It provides its products for general lighting, automotive, and display applications. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Grenoble, France with subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia; and Palo Alto, California.

Naïo Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Naio Technologies develops and markets machines for agriculture and viticulture. It features electric tools for weeding, hoeing, and harvesting that help farmers collect and harvest their products. The company specializes in agriculture, AI, robotics, and Agtech. Naio Technologies was founded in 2011 and headquartered in Midi-Pyrenees, France.

SOGARIS

Private Equity Round in 2017
SOGARIS Is An Urban Logistics Property Leader Specialized In The Design, Construction And Management Of Logistical Sites. The Company Plans To Establish A Network Of Urban Logistics Infrastructures And Make Logistics More Efficient, Innovative And Green.

EnergieIP

Series A in 2017
Energie IP is a company based in Paris, France, that specializes in building automation solutions. The firm has developed a building management system platform that enables the integration of power devices and data exchange through standard Ethernet cables. This platform focuses on providing an open and secure technology that operates on low DC energy, allowing for efficient energy distribution across buildings. Additionally, Energie IP's system facilitates communication with intelligent robots and equipment, as well as supports the development of geolocation platforms utilizing artificial intelligence.

APIX Analytics

Series B in 2017
APIX Analytics is a nano-silicon based chemical analysis for industrial, environmental, and security applications. The company focuses on the development of miniaturized multigas analyzers systems based on integration on silicon of analytical chains such as sampling, injection of gases, separation of complex gas mixtures to improve specificity and detection, identification, and quantification of each mixture compound. APIX Analytics was founded on 2014 and is headquartered in Grenoble, France.

COGEBIO

Private Equity Round in 2017
COGEBIO is a company that designs, manufactures and installs energy recovery units for biomass (wood chips, agricultural by-products, etc.) for the production of heat and / or electricity.

I-TEN SA

Venture Round in 2017
I-TEN SA, established in 2011 and located in Dardilly, France, specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of micro batteries. The company focuses on providing solutions for micro-energy storage, which is essential for various autonomous circuits. Its product offerings include surface mount device (SMD) micro batteries designed for diverse applications such as data backup, smart cards, autonomous sensors, and medical devices.

SWEETCH Energy

Venture Round in 2017
SWEETCH Energy is developing a breakthrough technology in the field of salinity gradient power harvesting.

H2air SAS

Private Equity Round in 2017
H2air is an independent French wind developer and operator.

Cozynergy

Venture Round in 2017
Cozynergy SAS provides energy renovation works for residential homes. It handles insulation, carpentry, heating and air conditioning, ventilation, photovoltaic, and automation works. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Toulouse, France with additional offices in Bordeaux, Montpellier, and Paris, France.

SENCROP

Seed Round in 2017
Sencrop is an ag-tech startup that offers an in-field data-based platform to empower farmers to make better decisions in their daily agricultural activities. Sencrop designs and sells connected weather forecast solutions for farmers to measure rain, hygrometry, and wind speed. The sensors are cheap, robust, movable, and easy to use, making more efficient and sustainable farming possible

Algaia

Venture Round in 2017
ALGAIA is a company developing, producing and commercializing Natural Extracts, mostly made out of seaweed. ALGAIA offers a unique range of Natural and Sustainable products & solutions to the Agro-Nutrition, Personal Care and Pharmaceutical industries. Following the acquisition of Alganact SA, ALGAIA is also opening a Service Division for customers and partners willing to better understand the potential of their seaweed biomass or characterize their extracts.

Claranor

Funding Round in 2017
Claranor SA specializes in developing and manufacturing sterilization solutions primarily for the beverage and dairy industries. Founded in 2004 and based in Avignon, France, the company offers a range of products including caps sterilization solutions for various beverages, as well as cups sterilization systems designed to decontaminate sensitive products during filling processes. Claranor employs pulsed light technology for surface decontamination and provides turnkey sterilization equipment for bottle and preform necks on existing production lines. In addition to its product offerings, the company delivers services such as installation, after-sales support, and microbiological testing. Claranor's innovations aim to enhance product safety and extend shelf life while promoting efficient and environmentally responsible sterilization practices.

Ynsect

Series B in 2016
Ynsect is a biotech company based in Evry, France, founded in 2011. The company specializes in the design, construction, and operation of insect production and processing facilities aimed at producing sustainable feed for fish and poultry. Ynsect focuses on the bioconversion of organic resources through insects, transforming them into high-quality nutrients such as proteins and lipids for animal feed, as well as non-food applications like organic fertilizers and bioenergy. By leveraging insect nutrients and behaviors, Ynsect collaborates with clients to develop innovative products and services. The company is recognized for its expertise in large-scale insect farming and automated processing, making it a preferred partner among professionals in the agri-food sector, laboratories, investors, and public institutions.

Soparsol

Private Equity Round in 2016
Soparsol Is A Project Company Detaining A Brownfield Portfolio Of 6 Operating Photovoltaic Plants Installed On Roof Tops And Parking Lots, With A Total Commissioned Capacity Of 12.8 MWc.

eLichens

Venture Round in 2016
eLichens is a company specializing in air quality sensing solutions, founded in 2014 and based in Grenoble, France, with an additional office in Silicon Valley, California. The company develops ultra-low-power gas sensors, connected stations, and indoor air quality monitoring systems designed for various applications, including industrial safety, HVAC systems, smart cities, gas leak detection, smart homes, and automotive environments. eLichens aims to provide comprehensive and relevant information about air quality through its innovative technology, which includes a portfolio of patents and expertise in both consumer electronics and industrial markets. Their products enable clients to monitor, assess, and enhance air quality in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Sabella

Venture Round in 2016
Sabella SAS is an engineering and project management firm based in Quimper, France, specializing in marine energies. Founded in 2008, the company develops submarine tidal stream turbines designed to generate hydrokinetic energy. Sabella supplies reliable turnkey energy solutions worldwide, focusing on a differentiated and economically optimized range of technologies. These innovations are protected by patents and aim to support a new energy model specifically for remote grids on islands and isolated coastal communities.

Deepki

Series A in 2016
Deepki SAS, founded in 2014 by Vincent Bryant and Emmanuel Blanchet, is a Paris-based company specializing in data analysis for energy efficiency. The firm focuses on identifying energy savings across numerous buildings simultaneously. By leveraging advanced data analytics, Deepki aims to optimize energy consumption and promote sustainable practices in the built environment.

Ideol SA

Venture Round in 2016
Ideol SA is a company based in La Ciotat, France, specializing in the design and manufacture of concrete floating foundations for the offshore wind industry. Founded in 2010, Ideol has developed innovative ring-shaped platforms for offshore wind turbines and provides engineering and installation services. The company has established itself as a leader in floating offshore wind solutions, undertaking projects from conception to installation. With a team of over 60 experts, Ideol has received multiple awards for innovation and entrepreneurship, and its patented technologies include the renowned Damping Pool®. Supported by a diverse group of international investors, Ideol continues to advance its position in the cleantech sector.

Zenpark

Series A in 2016
Zenpark SAS, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint Germain en Laye, France, specializes in providing an online platform for sharing parking spaces. The company offers Europe's first automated shared parking service, allowing members to access an intelligent network of parking options. This network includes various partners such as hotels, residential landlords, businesses, and parking operators, optimizing the use of available spaces. Zenpark's platform aims to deliver a practical and economical solution for urban mobility, addressing traffic challenges by promoting connected and shared parking services. By facilitating efficient use of parking areas, Zenpark contributes to reducing urban sprawl and enhancing the overall parking experience for its users.

Kemwatt SAS

Private Equity Round in 2016
Kemwatt SAS designs, develops, manufactures, and markets batteries with circulating electrolytes for application in stationary storage of electricity to facilitate the management of the network within the framework of renewable electrical production.

Stimergy

Seed Round in 2016
Stimergy, based in Grenoble, France, operates eco-friendly data centers that enhance energy efficiency by recycling heat generated from computer servers. Founded in 2013, the company installs mini-data centers in secure areas of residential buildings, utilizing a digital boiler to convert waste heat into hot water for these buildings. This innovative approach integrates data centers into the smart city ecosystem, creating a resilient computing grid interconnected by optical fiber. Additionally, Stimergy offers project development services tailored for animation studios, helping to determine the necessary server allocation, computing power, storage speed, and connection speed for specific projects. The company's efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and efficiency in data management.

IRLYNX

Series A in 2015
IRLYNX develops advanced people activity sensors for the smart building market. Based on thermal infrared technologies, our sensors are anonymous by design and deliver advanced data about people activity: we can detect presence/absence, count people and get their positions and trajectories. Applications include building automation, energy savings, occupancy analytics and space management and can adapt to any kind of building, in particular in the office, retail, public institution and industrial sectors.

Smarthome

Seed Round in 2015
Smarthome, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and online retail of electronic home improvement and home automation products for homeowners and contractors in the United States and internationally. Its product categories include cable and structured wiring products; cameras and surveillance products; dimmers, lighting, and appliance controls; door locks and access controls; intercoms and phones; home systems; pet care and pest controls; remotes and IR repeaters; security products; sensors; solar and energy savers; speaker, A/V, and home theater products; thermostats and HVAC controls; timers and automation products; and troubleshooting and training products. The company offers its products in the areas of lighting control, whole-house automation, security and surveillance, home entertainment, gadgets, and pet care. It offers its products through a network of dealers. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. Smarthome, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SmartLabs, Inc.

Suaval Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
Suaval Group is a mechanical and industrial company specializing in industrial thermal insulation. It also specializes in acoustic insulation, industrial scaffolding, asbestos abatement, polyurethane foam, and passive fire protection. Suaval Group offers to encompass the design of constructive solutions, supplying pre-fabricated materials, an integrated package of industrial insulation services, drafting of technical specifications and assembly procedures, assembly processes, and overseeing all the logistics. Suaval Group was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Asturias, Spain.

Ergosup

Series A in 2015
Ergosup is a company based in Malataverne, France, that specializes in the development of decentralized hydrogen-energy production systems. The firm has created an innovative process for producing high-pressure hydrogen on-site, which facilitates the refueling of hydrogen fuel vehicles. Ergosup provides generators that store and convert electricity into hydrogen under pressure, enabling the co-generation of electric power for hydrogen service stations and various industrial applications. This technology allows clients to achieve zero-emission solutions for mobility applications, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Aledia

Series B in 2015
Aledia SA develops and manufactures light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company offers microwire LED chips based on a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. It provides its products for general lighting, automotive, and display applications. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Grenoble, France with subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia; and Palo Alto, California.

Enerbee

Venture Round in 2015
EnerBee is an industrial start-up developing energy harvesters, which, thanks to motion, replace batteries in consumer and industrial smart devices. All of us are making extensive use of devices – like watches, remote controls, connected objects at home or with us, etc. – which requires batteries or plugs to be charged. More than 30 billion coin cell batteries are sold every year throughout the world. EnerBee is industrializing a multi-patented motion-based generator, which replaces these batteries or cables to power wireless connected objects thanks to the motion.

Ideol SA

Venture Round in 2015
Ideol SA is a company based in La Ciotat, France, specializing in the design and manufacture of concrete floating foundations for the offshore wind industry. Founded in 2010, Ideol has developed innovative ring-shaped platforms for offshore wind turbines and provides engineering and installation services. The company has established itself as a leader in floating offshore wind solutions, undertaking projects from conception to installation. With a team of over 60 experts, Ideol has received multiple awards for innovation and entrepreneurship, and its patented technologies include the renowned Damping Pool®. Supported by a diverse group of international investors, Ideol continues to advance its position in the cleantech sector.

Zenpark

Seed Round in 2015
Zenpark SAS, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint Germain en Laye, France, specializes in providing an online platform for sharing parking spaces. The company offers Europe's first automated shared parking service, allowing members to access an intelligent network of parking options. This network includes various partners such as hotels, residential landlords, businesses, and parking operators, optimizing the use of available spaces. Zenpark's platform aims to deliver a practical and economical solution for urban mobility, addressing traffic challenges by promoting connected and shared parking services. By facilitating efficient use of parking areas, Zenpark contributes to reducing urban sprawl and enhancing the overall parking experience for its users.

AVENISENSE

Private Equity Round in 2015
AVENISENSE S.A.S. specializes in developing and manufacturing embedded fluid property sensors for various industries, including oil and gas, chemicals, and food and beverages. The company provides a range of plug-and-play sensors and transmitters designed for continuous monitoring of fluid properties such as density, viscosity, and quality. Key products include sensors for online condition monitoring, water activity in harsh applications, and various solutions tailored for specific sectors like heavy oils, lubricants, and paints. AVENISENSE also offers additional technical services, including feasibility studies, prototyping, and certification, to support customer needs. Founded in 2010 and based in Le Bourget du Lac, France, AVENISENSE serves a global clientele, focusing on building long-term relationships with customers, OEM integrators, and research institutions.

Ynsect

Series B in 2014
Ynsect is a biotech company based in Evry, France, founded in 2011. The company specializes in the design, construction, and operation of insect production and processing facilities aimed at producing sustainable feed for fish and poultry. Ynsect focuses on the bioconversion of organic resources through insects, transforming them into high-quality nutrients such as proteins and lipids for animal feed, as well as non-food applications like organic fertilizers and bioenergy. By leveraging insect nutrients and behaviors, Ynsect collaborates with clients to develop innovative products and services. The company is recognized for its expertise in large-scale insect farming and automated processing, making it a preferred partner among professionals in the agri-food sector, laboratories, investors, and public institutions.

Sunna Design

Venture Round in 2014
Sunna Design is a France-based company that designs and produces LED and solar lighting solutions. The company offers integrated solar street lights for isolated and urban areas, and specific projects; and smart grids powered by solar energy. It also provides design solutions. Sunna Design’s products are used in public spaces with little to no access to electricity. It was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Blanquefort, France.

Cozynergy

Private Equity Round in 2014
Cozynergy SAS provides energy renovation works for residential homes. It handles insulation, carpentry, heating and air conditioning, ventilation, photovoltaic, and automation works. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Toulouse, France with additional offices in Bordeaux, Montpellier, and Paris, France.

Fondasol SA

Acquisition in 2014
Fondasol SA provides consulting geotechnical engineering services. Its services include geotechnical missions, structures studied, investigation resources, study resources, cored boring and complex investigations, geophysical measurements, hydrogeology service, and training. The company offers services for buildings, public installations, industrial structures, civil engineering, maritime and inland waterway structures, linear infrastructures, and natural risks.

NAWA Technologies

Venture Round in 2014
NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme designs, develops, industrializes, and commercializes products based on organized nanostructures to enable improvements in materials and devices dedicated to energy, transportation, and environment markets. The company offers multifunctional materials and energy storage devices. NAWATECHNOLOGIES, Société anonyme was founded in 2013 and is based in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Agri-Espirit SAS

Venture Round in 2014
Agri-Espirit SAS, established in 2010 and located in Strasbourg, France, specializes in providing software-enabled farm management solutions tailored for medium to large farms and cooperatives. The company focuses on optimizing agricultural operations by analyzing and mapping processes, generating customized reports, and ensuring real-time access to relevant data for informed decision-making. Additionally, Agri-Espirit emphasizes continuous improvement by offering training programs for farm management and workers. The company aims to promote sustainable agriculture through innovative technologies and systems, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of farming practices.

I-TEN SA

Venture Round in 2014
I-TEN SA, established in 2011 and located in Dardilly, France, specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of micro batteries. The company focuses on providing solutions for micro-energy storage, which is essential for various autonomous circuits. Its product offerings include surface mount device (SMD) micro batteries designed for diverse applications such as data backup, smart cards, autonomous sensors, and medical devices.

Microphyt

Private Equity Round in 2014
Microphyt is a company based in Baillargues, France, that specializes in the research, development, production, and marketing of microalgae and other photosynthetic microorganisms. Founded in 2007, Microphyt caters to various markets, including beauty care, food, health, and energy. The company focuses on creating natural algae-based products that support weight loss and promote brain health, while also engaging in industrial farming of microalgae.

Ynsect

Series A in 2014
Ynsect is a biotech company based in Evry, France, founded in 2011. The company specializes in the design, construction, and operation of insect production and processing facilities aimed at producing sustainable feed for fish and poultry. Ynsect focuses on the bioconversion of organic resources through insects, transforming them into high-quality nutrients such as proteins and lipids for animal feed, as well as non-food applications like organic fertilizers and bioenergy. By leveraging insect nutrients and behaviors, Ynsect collaborates with clients to develop innovative products and services. The company is recognized for its expertise in large-scale insect farming and automated processing, making it a preferred partner among professionals in the agri-food sector, laboratories, investors, and public institutions.

Qualisteo

Venture Round in 2014
Qualisteo SAS, founded in 2010 and based in Nice, France, specializes in energy efficiency monitoring through its software tool, Wattseeker. This technology is designed to audit electrical consumption across entire buildings, providing detailed insights by usage, equipment, and zone. By enabling enterprises to measure and control their electricity consumption, Qualisteo helps optimize their environmental footprint and reduce electricity costs. The company offers installation services and valuable reports on electrical consumption, contributing to energy savings and more informed decision-making for industrial sites.

Cooltech Applications

Venture Round in 2013
COOLTECH APPLICATIONS SAS develops and commercializes magnetic refrigeration products for commercial refrigeration equipment manufacturing markets. It also offers custom development solutions, such as magnetocaloric materials and magnetocaloric systems. The company serves refrigeration markets, such as commercial refrigeration, transport, industrial cold, and home appliance markets; and air conditioning markets, including automotive, residential, and commercial markets worldwide. COOLTECH APPLICATIONS SAS was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Holtzheim, France with additional offices in Paris.

OpenField Technology

Private Equity Round in 2013
OpenField Technology specializes in the manufacturing of micro-sensing systems tailored for the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Versailles, France, the company designs and produces a range of products, including smartball flowable pressure and temperature micro-recorders, digital sensors for OEM integration, and permanent monitoring micro-sensors. These advanced technologies are utilized in various applications such as hydraulic fracturing, reservoir evaluation, and well performance optimization. OpenField Technology focuses on providing integrated sensor systems that perform reliably in harsh environments, leveraging proprietary MEMS technology to deliver superior accuracy and ease of deployment compared to traditional monitoring solutions. The company's innovations aim to enhance operational efficiency and safety for well operators, ultimately contributing to improved recovery capabilities and profitability.