Factor[e] Ventures
Factor[e] Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on early and seed-stage investments in emerging markets, particularly in East Africa and India. Founded in 2003 and based in Fort Collins, Colorado, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, the firm specializes in funding disruptive technologies within sectors such as energy, agriculture, mobility, and waste management. Factor[e] Ventures typically invests between $250,000 and $750,000 in equity, aiming to support innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable development. The firm acts as a bridge between philanthropic and commercial investors, fostering market-driven approaches to address global challenges in these critical areas.
Opibus is an e-mobility manufacturing and development company aiming on accelerating a transition to sustainable mobility in emerging markets. The company has headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden and Nairobi, Kenya with a team of >65 persons. The products developed cover proprietary EV powertrains (i.e. conversion systems), electric motorcycles, various types of power generation systems and charging infrastructure. Products have been manufactured and deployed in all customer segments since 2017 in various markets.
We catalyze and power mass market electric mobility. By supplying the battery swap network and operating system we make sustainable mobility rapidly accessible and affordable for developing markets, to improve livelihoods and the environment. With over a million km already covered by e-motorcycles in Africa using our plug & play powertrain and energy network, we are Africa's leading light e-mobility startup.
We catalyze and power mass market electric mobility. By supplying the battery swap network and operating system we make sustainable mobility rapidly accessible and affordable for developing markets, to improve livelihoods and the environment. With over a million km already covered by e-motorcycles in Africa using our plug & play powertrain and energy network, we are Africa's leading light e-mobility startup.
Inspirafarms is a London-based company that specializes in manufacturing solar-powered, modular technologies for food processing and cold storage. Founded in 2012, it provides off-grid cold storage units, food processing plants, and dairy chilling machines, catering primarily to small and medium-sized agribusinesses in Central America and East Africa. The company focuses on reducing perishable food losses and operational costs in the horticultural sector by offering affordable, turnkey solutions that meet global food safety standards. Inspirafarms also supplies essential accessories and systems, including Good Agricultural Practice certified modules, renewable energy solutions, and data monitoring systems, which support post-harvest value addition processes. With additional offices in Kenya, Southern Africa, and Guatemala, Inspirafarms aims to enhance the efficiency of agricultural value chains and promote the supply of healthy, nutritious food to both local and international markets.
Apollo Agriculture, founded in 2015 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on providing financial and technical support to smallholder farmers in emerging markets. The company offers farming loans to help farmers purchase essential inputs such as fertilizer, seeds, and crop insurance, along with access to expert consultations via mobile technology. By utilizing agronomic machine learning and remote sensing, Apollo tailors its services to individual farmers, assessing credit risk and customizing packages based on satellite and soil data, as well as crop yield models. This approach not only enhances the effectiveness of farming practices but also aims to significantly increase yields and profits for farmers.
We catalyze and power mass market electric mobility. By supplying the battery swap network and operating system we make sustainable mobility rapidly accessible and affordable for developing markets, to improve livelihoods and the environment. With over a million km already covered by e-motorcycles in Africa using our plug & play powertrain and energy network, we are Africa's leading light e-mobility startup.
Sistema.bio is a hybrid reactor biodigester that transforms the manure of animals into biogas and a potent, natural fertilizer. By inputting the manure in the system on a daily basis, you will be able to develop and grow your activities on the farm, improve your energy security, and protect the environment. Transforming your animals’ manure into resource will provide you with a better quality of life!
SparkMeter, Inc. specializes in developing electricity metering systems tailored for rural and central utilities in developing markets. The company offers a range of products, including the SM16R for residential customers, the SM60R for larger residential needs, the SM60RP for medium commercial or industrial clients, and the SM200E for post-paid metering of large customers. In addition to hardware, SparkMeter provides software solutions designed to improve grid efficiency and asset performance for microgrids and distribution utilities in remote areas. Their offerings facilitate prepaid billing, enhance customer communication, and enable remote monitoring and control. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, SparkMeter aims to increase access to electricity in underserved markets and hard-to-reach locations.