Greencoat Capital

Greencoat Capital is a London-based private equity firm, founded in 2009, that specializes in growth capital investments in lower mid-market companies and infrastructure projects within the renewable energy and resource efficiency sectors. The firm focuses on Europe, particularly Northern Europe, Ireland, and Great Britain, investing between €5 million and €30 million in companies with revenues between €10 million and €50 million. Greencoat Capital provides growth capital for various situations, including working capital funding, add-on acquisitions, and capital restructuring, typically seeking a majority or significant minority stake and board representation. It also invests in individual wind farms and co-invests with other funds. The firm's portfolio spans renewable power generation, energy efficiency, energy storage, transport, and waste to energy sectors. Greencoat Capital leverages the expertise and support of its sole investor, ESB, a leading Irish utility, to provide technical rigour and operational support to its portfolio companies.

Paul O'Donnell

Partner

10 past transactions

GridBeyond

Series A in 2016
GridBeyond Limited is a provider of smart grid optimization solutions, specializing in artificial intelligence technology aimed at fostering a global zero-carbon future. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Watford, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Dublin, Cork, and Houston, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes on-site hardware, cloud-based software, and a hybrid battery and demand network. This platform connects, controls, and automates energy demand through machine learning, enabling customers across various sectors such as industrial, manufacturing, logistics, and transport to access utility-scale renewable energy generation and battery storage. By bridging the gap between distributed energy resources and electricity markets, GridBeyond empowers its clients to maximize opportunities and enhance grid efficiency while supporting their transition towards sustainable energy practices.

Cylon Controls

Venture Round in 2014
Cylon Controls Limited, founded in 1985 and based in Dublin, Ireland, specializes in designing and manufacturing building energy management systems (BEMS). The company offers a suite of products, including the Cylon Active Energy SaaS, which provides real-time monitoring of energy usage, and the Cylon Energy Solution, a cloud-based tool for energy optimization. Its Cylon Active Energy Manager is compatible with various building types and existing metering solutions. Additionally, Cylon provides a native BACnet model for seamless integration of building control systems and the Voya Xplor tool, which allows users to access energy reports and alerts. The company’s offerings also include HVAC controls, main plant controllers, and energy training services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes commercial offices, schools, industrial buildings, and hospitals across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Aveillant

Venture Round in 2014
Aveillant Ltd is a UK-based technology company established in 2011 and specializes in the development and commercialization of holographic radar systems. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions for wind farm mitigation and surveillance applications. Its products are capable of high-speed trajectory measurement and aerial target discrimination, making them suitable for maritime and coastal surveillance, border protection, and ship protection. A notable feature of Aveillant's technology is its ability to distinguish between wind turbines and aircraft, enhancing the effectiveness of air traffic control systems. Aveillant operates as a subsidiary of Thales S.A. and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Aveillant

Series B in 2013
Aveillant Ltd is a UK-based technology company established in 2011 and specializes in the development and commercialization of holographic radar systems. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions for wind farm mitigation and surveillance applications. Its products are capable of high-speed trajectory measurement and aerial target discrimination, making them suitable for maritime and coastal surveillance, border protection, and ship protection. A notable feature of Aveillant's technology is its ability to distinguish between wind turbines and aircraft, enhancing the effectiveness of air traffic control systems. Aveillant operates as a subsidiary of Thales S.A. and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Ten K Solar

Venture Round in 2012
Ten K Solar is a company that designs, manufactures, and markets photovoltaic systems, focusing on high-efficiency and reliable solar energy solutions. Its proprietary RAIS module technology is central to its offerings, allowing for optimized performance in various applications, including commercial rooftops, carports, and ground mounts. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Ten K Solar operates manufacturing facilities in Shanghai, China, and Thailand. The company has established a strategic collaboration with SoCore Energy LLC to enhance its market presence and product offerings. Through its innovative photovoltaic systems, Ten K Solar aims to provide businesses with effective solutions for harnessing solar energy and increasing energy production per unit area.

Heliex Power

Venture Round in 2012
Heliex Power Ltd. is a manufacturer of innovative power generation systems based in East Kilbride, United Kingdom. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in steam screw expanders and offers a range of products including the Heliex GenSet, which harnesses steam for energy cost savings, and the Heliex SteamDrive, an electronic motor that utilizes a steam expander system for driving rotating equipment. Additionally, Heliex Power provides the Heliex AirComp, an air compressor that generates waste steam, and the Heliex SteamComp, which captures and re-energizes low-pressure steam for various processes. The company's solutions are applicable across multiple sectors, including chemical and pharmaceutical, food and beverage, manufacturing, and waste management. Heliex Power also offers after-sales support and combined heat and power solutions, enabling industrial clients to harness steam energy for electricity generation and process heating.

Geothermal International

Venture Round in 2011
Geothermal International Ltd was established in 2000 by CEO Brian Davidson. Since then the company has been involved in the design and installation of more than 1,300 heating and cooling systems, ranging from small, single homes to large scale commercial ventures.

Lumicity

Venture Round in 2011
Lumicity Limited is a UK-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in constructing and funding energy-efficient buildings and agritech products for the agricultural and horticultural sectors. The company offers comprehensive solutions for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, encompassing design, planning, procurement, financing, installation, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning. Lumicity installs various energy-efficient technologies, such as solar PV roofs, biomass heating systems, LED lighting, and rainwater harvesting systems, at no cost to building owners while providing discounted electricity prices to users based on the energy generated. The company serves diverse industries, including poultry, horticulture, dairy, and livestock, enabling clients to adopt sustainable practices and expand their operations through advanced technologies. Lumicity’s leadership, including founder Tristan Fischer, is rooted in extensive experience in financing and developing renewable energy projects.

Wind Energy Direct

Venture Round in 2011
Wind Energy Direct specializes in installing wind turbines on business and industrial sites throughout Ireland and the UK. The company offers services that enable clients to generate renewable energy on-site, reducing their energy costs and earning additional income through leasing their properties for green electricity production.

NuaLight

Venture Round in 2010
NuaLight designs and manufactures LED lighting products for retail, commercial, and industrial markets, with offerings including high bay, refrigerated display, low bay/parking, and ceiling-tile lighting, as well as LED pendants, downlights, and spotlights. The company markets its products through resellers and distributors across Europe, North America, and Australasia. It operates manufacturing facilities in Poland and Mexico and maintains research and development centers in Europe, with sales offices in Cork, Fürth, Zürich, Istanbul, Charlotte, and Sydney. NuaLight focuses specifically on illuminated refrigerated displays for global food retail, with the Vantium product series aimed at reducing energy consumption in refrigerated displays and enhancing merchandising. Through its technology and industry experience, NuaLight serves leading food retailers worldwide.
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