Energy & Environment Investment

Energy & Environment Investment, Inc. is a Tokyo-based impact investment firm founded in 2006, specializing in the clean technology sector. As Japan's first venture capital firm dedicated to this area, it aims to support promising ventures by providing both financial resources and strategic guidance. The firm is comprised of experienced professionals who have a strong background in founding and managing companies within the venture capital landscape. By focusing on the environment and energy sectors, Energy & Environment Investment seeks to foster innovation and sustainable practices in clean technology, contributing to the broader goals of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.

Shuichiro Kawamura

President

Takahiro Kobayashi

Managing Director

Tohru Nishikawa

Managing Director

Makoto Suda

Managing Director

Past deals in Japan

SkyDrive

Series C in 2024
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.

Zehitomo

Series C in 2024
Zehitomo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that operates an online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals across Japan. The platform facilitates the hiring of various specialists, including photographers and personal trainers, providing users with access to a diverse range of services. By enabling these connections, Zehitomo supports local professionals in expanding their businesses and enhancing profitability through increased service volume.

Tsubame BHB

Series C in 2024
Tsubame BHB Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of on-site ammonia production systems and catalysts. Founded in 2017, Tsubame focuses on commercializing ammonia synthesis through innovative electride catalyst technology, which allows for flexible production conditions. The company's systems are designed for small-scale plants, addressing critical environmental and food-related challenges while promoting a sustainable society. By enabling on-site ammonia production, Tsubame aims to reduce transportation and storage costs for its clients, contributing to more efficient resource management.

207

Venture Round in 2021
207, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Meguro, Japan, specializes in logistics software solutions. It provides TODOCU Supporter, a business efficiency app for delivery staff, and TODOCU, a delivery notification app for recipients. Additionally, the company offers sharing-type delivery and logistics services, catering to over 25% of Japan's couriers. It also provides Software as a Service (SaaS) for small and medium-sized enterprises in the last-mile delivery sector, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

Sharing Energy

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2018, Sharing Energy is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the research and development of energy management services. It provides innovative solutions for storing and utilizing energy, offering users sustainable power supply options through its Share Denki service.

Nyle

Venture Round in 2021
Nyle Inc. is a web consulting company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in web solutions and internet media services. Founded in 2007, the company offers various platforms, including Appliv, which helps users discover smartphone applications, and Appliv Games. Nyle Inc. was previously known as Volare Inc. before rebranding in September 2007.

Nyle

Debt Financing in 2021
Nyle Inc. is a web consulting company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in web solutions and internet media services. Founded in 2007, the company offers various platforms, including Appliv, which helps users discover smartphone applications, and Appliv Games. Nyle Inc. was previously known as Volare Inc. before rebranding in September 2007.

Clue

Series B in 2020
CLUE, Inc. is a technology startup based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in drone automation software. Founded in 2014, the company provides various solutions that leverage drone technology for different applications. Its product lineup includes DroneRoofer, designed for exterior roof inspection, construction surveying, and roof area calculations; Drone Construction Management, which facilitates remote construction inspections and cloud collaboration on images captured by drones; and Drone View-kun, aimed at photographing condominiums and properties. Through these offerings, CLUE, Inc. enhances operational efficiency and accuracy in construction and property management.

SkyDrive

Series B in 2020
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.

207

Seed Round in 2020
207, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Meguro, Japan, specializes in logistics software solutions. It provides TODOCU Supporter, a business efficiency app for delivery staff, and TODOCU, a delivery notification app for recipients. Additionally, the company offers sharing-type delivery and logistics services, catering to over 25% of Japan's couriers. It also provides Software as a Service (SaaS) for small and medium-sized enterprises in the last-mile delivery sector, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

Sustainable Lab

Venture Round in 2020
Sustainable Labs Co., Ltd., established in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing an AI-driven sustainability databank aimed at institutional investors and enterprises. The company focuses on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics to facilitate green transformation in businesses. By employing internationally recognized indicators and reported data, Sustainable Lab quantifies non-financial aspects of organizations, which are often discussed qualitatively. This approach enables businesses to leverage big data effectively, supporting the development of sustainable practices and enhancing their commitment to social good. Through its innovative platform, Sustainable Lab aims to illuminate corporate environmental and social values, fostering a more sustainable future.

Shuuumatu Worker

Series B in 2020
Shuuumatu Worker Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job listing and recruitment services for individuals seeking part-time work in start-up companies during weekends and weekday evenings. The company operates a human resource platform designed to connect side business employees with companies, fostering an environment that enhances the quality of services provided by businesses. By facilitating connections between job seekers and companies, Shuuumatu Worker enables its clients to expand their operations and establish a stronger presence in the market.

Zehitomo

Series B in 2020
Zehitomo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that operates an online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals across Japan. The platform facilitates the hiring of various specialists, including photographers and personal trainers, providing users with access to a diverse range of services. By enabling these connections, Zehitomo supports local professionals in expanding their businesses and enhancing profitability through increased service volume.

Yuwaeru

Venture Round in 2020
Yuwaeru Co., Ltd, established in 2009 and headquartered in Taito-Ku, Japan, is a manufacturer and retailer of brown rice, operating under the brand 'Nekase Genmai'. The company's mission is to promote healthier lifestyles and dietary habits through its high-quality, in-house produced brown rice. Yuwaeru offers its products through a direct-to-consumer model, with nine physical stores nationwide and an online shopping platform. It also provides business-to-business sales and health-related services.

Yukai Engineering

Series A in 2020
Yukai Engineering Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in developing innovative communication robots aimed at enhancing everyday life experiences. The company's diverse product lineup includes BOCCO, a family robot that facilitates communication between loved ones, and Qoobo, a robotic pillow designed to provide comfort through a lifelike tail that responds to user interaction. Other notable products include Necomimi, a brainwave-powered headband with moving cat ears, and various physical computing toolkits for iPhone and iPad devices. Yukai Engineering's creations not only promote joyful interactions but also integrate seamlessly with home energy management systems, making them practical for modern lifestyles. The firm is dedicated to making everyday moments more meaningful and accessible, particularly for families and working parents.

mui Lab

Seed Round in 2019
mui Lab is a technology company based in Kyoto, Japan, that designs Internet of Things interfaces focused on calm digital living. The firm develops hardware and software that harmonize human interaction with technology and nature, centered on a wooden touch panel that serves as a smart home control hub. Its flagship model, a wooden panel with a built-in display and touch sensor, enables users to control lighting, play music, and access information through a distraction-free interface. Beyond consumer products, mui Lab offers a UX/Hardware/Software platform for B2B collaborations to create Calm Technology and Design. Founded in 2017, the company pursues a philosophy drawn from Taoist concepts of tranquility, and markets its solutions as peaceful, minimally intrusive interfaces for the post-smart screen era.

SkyDrive

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.

Atmoph

Series B in 2019
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in innovative home technology with its flagship product, Atmoph Window. This smart digital window transforms indoor spaces by displaying 4K-shot videos of stunning sceneries from around the world, accompanied by realistic sounds. By providing a visual and auditory connection to nature, Atmoph aims to enhance the quality of time spent at home, offering an immersive experience that promotes tranquility and enjoyment. The company's approach redefines how individuals interact with their living environments, making it possible to bring the beauty of the outside world indoors.

Requpo

Venture Round in 2018
Requpo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that has developed an innovative beauty salon reservation application, allowing users to book appointments at beauty salons without the need for extensive searching. Founded in 2015, Requpo's platform streamlines the booking process by facilitating direct requests to beauticians, eliminating the need for traditional communication methods such as phone calls, emails, or chats. This approach enables users to secure salon appointments quickly and efficiently, enhancing the overall customer experience in the beauty services sector.

Sharing Energy

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2018, Sharing Energy is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the research and development of energy management services. It provides innovative solutions for storing and utilizing energy, offering users sustainable power supply options through its Share Denki service.

Hachimenroppi

Venture Round in 2017
Hachimenroppi Inc. is a fish delivery service based in Chuo, Japan, that caters primarily to Japanese restaurants and diners. Founded in 2007 and formerly known as Established Energy Agent Co., Ltd., the company changed its name in December 2011. Hachimenroppi sources fish from various markets and brokers, ensuring freshness and quality for its clients. In addition to its core fish delivery service, the company operates an e-commerce platform that facilitates the delivery and ordering of a wider range of fresh and frozen foods, including seafood, fruits, vegetables, meat, cereals, and noodles. This platform leverages technology to meet the specific demands of the professional food industry, enabling restaurants to access a variety of products at competitive prices.

Moff

Series A in 2017
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Moff specializes in designing and manufacturing wearable devices. Its flagship product is a sensor-based slap-on wristband that combines fun and advanced technology to promote sustainable healthcare services.

Coconala

Venture Round in 2017
Coconala Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online platform facilitating the buying and selling of knowledge, skills, and experiences between users. Founded in 2012, the platform enables individuals to offer various services, including fortune-telling, mental wellness support, illustration, design, and consultations related to hobbies and travel. Originally known as Wellself, the company rebranded to Coconala in June 2014, reflecting its focus on connecting users who are eager to teach with those seeking to learn.

NS Materials

Venture Round in 2017
NS Materials Corp. is a manufacturer and distributor of semiconductor-related equipment and systems, located in Chikushino-shi, Japan. The company focuses on the development of micro-space chemical technologies, particularly in the area of nano-phosphor for LED lighting. Additionally, NS Materials specializes in chemical synthesis technologies that aim to advance nanotechnology and biotechnology. By creating innovative tools and products, the company contributes to the promotion of a low-carbon society and seeks to significantly impact people's lives.

FLOSFIA

Venture Round in 2017
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the company emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA specializes in film-formation using mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques, leveraging the unique physical properties of gallium oxide (Ga2O3) to create high breakdown voltage and high efficiency power devices. The firm is dedicated to advancing low-loss power device technology, contributing to the evolution of semiconductor applications.

Favy

Venture Round in 2017
Favy is a Tokyo-based platform that provides marketing support for the food and beverage sector. It offers a web service that helps restaurants and other consumer-facing businesses, including beauty salons, launch subscription programs and access information on local stores and gourmet events. As a web-based media and services platform, Favy supplies tools aimed at improving profitability for retail stores and restaurants by enhancing the customer experience, increasing sales, and attracting customers. The platform aggregates local dining options and gourmet content, enabling operators to gain visibility and engage with diners through subscription and promotional capabilities.

H2L

Seed Round in 2017
H2L Inc. is a Tokyo-based company focused on researching and developing electric stimulation devices that enhance human interaction with virtual environments. Founded in 2012, H2L creates innovative technologies aimed at expanding human capabilities. Its flagship products include UnlimitedHand, a virtual reality gaming controller that utilizes electronic muscle stimulation to interpret hand gestures and enable users to interact with virtual objects, and PossessedHand, a device equipped with a forearm belt that stimulates the muscles to control finger movements for applications in rehabilitation and learning support. The company aims to enrich user experiences in virtual and augmented reality by providing tactile feedback and measuring muscle movements, allowing users to engage more fully with digital experiences.

Rei-Frontier

Venture Round in 2016
Rei-Frontier, established in 2008 and headquartered in Taito-ku, Tokyo, specializes in developing mobile applications that leverage augmented reality technology. Their flagship product, Lalacolle, is an augmented reality location-based social network with integrated gaming elements.

Atmoph

Seed Round in 2016
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in innovative home technology with its flagship product, Atmoph Window. This smart digital window transforms indoor spaces by displaying 4K-shot videos of stunning sceneries from around the world, accompanied by realistic sounds. By providing a visual and auditory connection to nature, Atmoph aims to enhance the quality of time spent at home, offering an immersive experience that promotes tranquility and enjoyment. The company's approach redefines how individuals interact with their living environments, making it possible to bring the beauty of the outside world indoors.

Robot Start

Corporate Round in 2016
Robot Start Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of software for the robotics industry, with a particular focus on communication robots. The company operates across multiple areas, including smart speakers, voice assistants, and service robots. Through its platform, media, and consulting businesses, Robot Start aims to enhance the communication robot sector, providing clients with the tools to effectively leverage digital audio advertising and maximize their value in this evolving market.

Ipoca

Venture Round in 2016
Ipoca Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a mobile application designed to enhance the shopping experience by allowing users to store information about specific stores. Established in 2007, Ipoca provides a digital solution for retail and distribution companies, offering an in-store information platform that connects consumers with local businesses. The company's technology leverages smartphone-based behavior data, including location information, online search results, and purchase history, to help clients attract new customers and improve customer retention. By facilitating better connections between consumers and their communities, Ipoca aims to contribute to the revitalization of both local and national economies in Japan.

Enechange

Series A in 2016
Enechange Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company that specializes in providing an electricity plan comparison website, helping consumers select their electricity providers. Established in April 2015, the company offers online switching services for energy and gas. Enechange also operates various cloud-based platforms aimed at supporting electricity and gas retailers, including the Energy Marketing Acceleration Platform (EMAP) for marketing and customer acquisition, and the Smart-Meter Analytics Platform (SMAP) for profitability analysis and demand response services. Additionally, the company employs artificial intelligence technologies to enhance deregulation efforts in the energy sector, facilitating optimized energy usage and smoother transitions for consumers switching providers. Through its innovative solutions, Enechange plays a critical role in promoting energy efficiency and consumer choice in Japan's liberalized electricity market.

MONEY DESIGN

Venture Round in 2015
MONEY DESIGN Co., Ltd. is a fintech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in asset management and investment advisory services, providing automated investment management solutions to its clients. By leveraging technology, MONEY DESIGN aims to simplify the investment process and make financial advice more accessible to a broader audience.

Sansan

Series B in 2014
Sansan Inc, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cloud-based contact management solutions for both corporate and individual users. The company offers its flagship service, Sansan, which is designed for businesses, and the Eight app, aimed at individuals, transforming traditional business cards into valuable digital connections. Since its inception, Sansan has experienced significant growth, with over 7,000 premium corporate users including notable clients such as the Japanese Government. The company has also expanded its reach internationally, establishing a subsidiary in Singapore in 2015. With more than 1.5 million registered users on its Eight platform, Sansan continues to set the standard for contact management services in Japan and seeks to enhance networking through innovative technology.

SMARTInsight

Series A in 2013
SMART Insight Corporation, headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, specializes in developing and providing big data analysis software. The company has created a cloud version of its visualization software, SMART/InSight Cloud, which integrates data from various sources into comprehensible visual formats. This software is primarily utilized in the manufacturing sector but is now being tailored for a broader range of industries. By leveraging Amazon CloudSearch, SMART/InSight Cloud enables flexible cross-sectional searches and effective data visualization. Its cloud-based application features a usage-based billing model, allowing users to customize their systems according to their data volume needs while maintaining cost efficiency.

Ripplex

Venture Round in 2012
Ripplex Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2006 that specializes in providing address book and Internet services. It offers a software tool known as the Ripplex Address Book, which allows users to efficiently manage contact information, including email addresses and phone numbers. Additionally, Ripplex develops an online photo album application that enables users to store and organize photos from digital cameras, smartphones, and memory cards. This dual focus on contact management and photo organization positions Ripplex as a versatile platform for users seeking to streamline their digital lives.
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