High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, specializing in early-stage investments in high-tech startups. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies across various sectors, including information and communication technology, life sciences, healthcare, automation, and cleantech. HTGF typically invests in companies that have been operational for no more than one year, aiming to contribute up to €0.6 million in initial funding and up to €3 million in follow-on financing. The firm seeks a minority stake, generally around 15%, and provides a subordinated loan convertible into equity, with deferred interest for up to four years to support liquidity. With a total investment volume of approximately €895.5 million across three funds, HTGF has successfully supported over 500 startups and attracted more than €2 billion in follow-on investments from external sources. The firm's investors include notable public and private entities, underscoring its role as a key player in fostering innovation and growth within the German startup ecosystem.

Daniela Bach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Kay G. Balster

Senior Investment Manager

Jens Baumgärtner

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Gernot Berger

Investor

Kilian von Berlichingen

Investor

Anke Cassing

Principal

Tanja Emmerling

Partner

Caroline Fichtner

Senior Investment Manager

Yann Fiebig

Investment Manager

Alexander von Frankenberg

Managing Director and Founder

Bernd Goergen

Partner

Stefanie Grüter

Partner, Communications and Relations

Gregor Haidl

Principal / Authorised Signatory

Frank Hensel

Senior Investment Manager

Olaf Joeressen

Senior Investment Manager

Markus Kressmann

Partner

Maurice Kügler

Investment Manager

Klaus Lehmann

Senior Investment Manager

Dominik Lohle

Senior Investment Manager

Torsten Löffler

Principal ppa. - DeepTech Future Fonds

Fabian Mohr

Investor

Martin Möllmann

Investment Manager

Axel Nitsch

Investment Manager

Andreas Olmes

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Peters

Investment Manager

Tilmann Petersen

Investment Manager

Claudia Raber

Partner

Nikolaus Raupp

Investor

Frank Reinecke

Partner

Guido Schlitzer

Managing Director

Ulrich Schmitt

Principal

Romy Schnelle

Partner

Tobias Schulz

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Severin

Investment Manager

Niels Sharman

Investor

Esko Stahl

Investment Manager

Björn Sykora

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Angelika Vlachou

Partner

Johannes Weber

Principal

Marco Winzer

Partner

Julian Zachmann

Investor

Christian Ziach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Markus Kückelhaus Ph.D

Partner, Industrial Tech Team

Past deals in Energy Storage

IO-Dynamics

Seed Round in 2022
IO-Dynamics specializes in energy management software that focuses on enhancing the efficiency of electric vehicle fleets and charging infrastructure. The company’s platform integrates data from vehicles, company operations, and weather conditions to provide actionable insights. By anonymously collecting and analyzing real-time information from electric cars and charging stations, IO-Dynamics enables businesses to optimize their charging processes. This approach not only facilitates sustainable and reliable energy management but also helps companies plan and reduce operational costs associated with electric vehicle charging.

instagrid

Series B in 2022
Instagrid GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of portable battery storage solutions. The company develops software-defined battery systems designed to provide advanced portable power supplies. Its products cater to various sectors, including construction, event technology, professional landscaping, garden and tree care, and public services, addressing the need for reliable and efficient power sources in diverse applications.

ZE Energy

Seed Round in 2020
ZE Energy SAS is an independent producer of renewable energy based in Paris, France. Established in 2019, the company focuses on developing, building, and operating hybrid solar power plants that integrate photovoltaic technology with energy storage capabilities. By equipping its plants with batteries to store solar energy generated during the day, ZE Energy offers a solution that enhances the efficiency of solar power while ensuring zero CO2 emissions. The company's commitment to sustainability also extends to marketing green energy, providing consumers access to clean energy alternatives. Through its initiatives, ZE Energy aims to contribute to the decarbonization of the planet.

instagrid

Series A in 2020
Instagrid GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of portable battery storage solutions. The company develops software-defined battery systems designed to provide advanced portable power supplies. Its products cater to various sectors, including construction, event technology, professional landscaping, garden and tree care, and public services, addressing the need for reliable and efficient power sources in diverse applications.

instagrid

Seed Round in 2019
Instagrid GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of portable battery storage solutions. The company develops software-defined battery systems designed to provide advanced portable power supplies. Its products cater to various sectors, including construction, event technology, professional landscaping, garden and tree care, and public services, addressing the need for reliable and efficient power sources in diverse applications.

Volterion

Series A in 2018
Volterion GmbH manufactures and sells compact size redox flow batteries for private homes for the storage of renewable energies. The company offers redox flow stacks, redox flow modules, and redox flow systems. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Dortmund, Germany.

node.energy

Venture Round in 2017
node.energy GmbH is a software-as-a-service company that specializes in the optimization of local energy micro grids for commercial and industrial real estate. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, node.energy provides the opti.node application, which enables businesses with on-site power generation to effectively reduce energy costs and minimize their carbon dioxide emissions. The company's solutions support energy managers and metering service providers by significantly reducing administrative burdens and ensuring compliance with current regulations. Additionally, node.energy offers features such as electricity tax relief analysis and automated reporting, alongside planning and advisory services, to facilitate companies' energy transitions and enhance their operational efficiency.

Wiferion

Seed Round in 2017
Wiferion develops and provides energy systems intended for mobile robotics applications. Wiferion's innovative etaLINK technology brings contactless, inductive, wireless charging to the next level with efficiencies. The company makes innovations in several key areas of the system based on the principle of magnetic induction. Algorithms and an integrated communication link to the battery management system guarantees a gentle fast-charging process for the battery. Wiferion is able to meet customer needs in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner using a modular approach. By working with manufacturers of battery cells, it allows for long-term, high-quality, and consistent availability. Wiferion was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Freiburg, Germany.

Volterion

Series A in 2017
Volterion GmbH manufactures and sells compact size redox flow batteries for private homes for the storage of renewable energies. The company offers redox flow stacks, redox flow modules, and redox flow systems. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Dortmund, Germany.

OneShore

Seed Round in 2015
OneShore Energy GmbH specializes in the development, engineering, and operation of off-grid solar-diesel hybrid systems for power generation. Founded in 2014 and based in Berlin, Germany, the company provides a comprehensive software suite designed to optimize the design and operation of solar systems that complement diesel generators. Its key offerings include OneAnalyser, which assesses demand profiles and existing equipment to produce certified fuel-saving reports; OneOptimiser, a remote monitoring tool that identifies maintenance needs and suggests upgrades; and OneDesign, which facilitates modeling for various power system configurations. OneShore Energy serves diverse sectors, including hospitals, hotels, off-grid villages, and industrial facilities across Germany, Greece, Tanzania, and Kenya. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Baywa re GmbH.

CustomCells

Venture Round in 2013
CustomCells specializes in the development and production of customized energy storage solutions, particularly focusing on lithium-ion battery cells. The company provides tailored battery systems, electrode foils, and rechargeable accumulators designed for a wide range of applications, including weather stations, satellites, sensors, unmanned underwater vehicles, and concept cars. By leveraging advanced cell construction technology, CustomCells manufactures products from prototypes to series production, ensuring that each solution meets specific customer requirements. The company maintains a strong connection with research and development as well as material suppliers, allowing it to access the latest advancements in energy storage technologies. This capability enables CustomCells to deliver significant performance benefits compared to standard solutions, all while adhering to a qualified ISO 9001 production environment.

Enercast

Series A in 2012
enercast GmbH, founded in 2011 and based in Kassel, Germany, specializes in providing renewable energy forecasts through its software-as-a-service products. The company focuses on delivering accurate power forecasts for wind and solar plants, facilitating the integration of renewable energy into power grids and energy markets globally. Its advanced self-learning technology supports decision-making processes by utilizing artificial intelligence and big data. Additionally, enercast develops the enercast city system, a dashboard that visualizes the predicted share of renewable energy from various sources. The company serves clients in 20 countries, managing forecasts for 160 GW of installed capacity and delivering over 100 million data points. Enercast is privately owned and has notable shareholders, including innogy Venture Capital and High-Tech Gründerfonds.

Smartblue

Seed Round in 2011
Smartblue specializes in developing software and processes for monitoring and optimizing zero-emission energy systems, particularly focusing on photovoltaic and energy storage systems. As a hardware-independent provider, Smartblue offers a centralized web application known as the "Smart Control" Operations and Control Center. This platform facilitates maintenance, life-cycle management, production forecasting, and remote control of these energy systems. By leveraging automation, smart failure detection, and big data analysis, Smartblue aims to help clients reduce overall operational costs while ensuring efficient management of their energy assets.

enymotion

Venture Round in 2008
Enymotion specializes in the development and production of ultra-quiet, zero-emission energy sources aimed at enhancing the mobile deployment of electrical consumer devices for caravans and boats. The company focuses on mobile fuel cell systems that provide a self-sufficient power supply for recreational applications. These systems utilize the caloric equivalent of conventional fuels or liquid gas to generate power, ensuring zero noise and exhaust emissions. This technology allows users to operate motor homes, sailing boats, and utility vehicles with a reliable battery backup, enabling independent consumption of power in various recreational settings.
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