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.
GS Bavaria specializes in the manufacturing of industrial-scale nano-sized carbide powders, focusing on environmentally friendly nanomaterials. The company utilizes a revolutionary bioleaching extraction process that transforms hard metal scrap into tungsten and tungsten carbide nanoparticles. This innovative method not only enables cost-efficient production but also minimizes energy consumption, making it a sustainable alternative in the industry. By harnessing the capabilities of bacteria, GS Bavaria positions itself to expand its processes to other metals in the future, offering unique materials and functional additives to clients across various sectors.
Eeden is a recycling technology company focused on promoting circular textiles through an innovative green chemistry process. By extracting cellulose and polyester from polycotton blends, Eeden facilitates the production of lyocell or viscose, contributing to the sustainable recycling of clothing. The company's methods aim to repurpose textile waste into new products, thereby advancing the apparel industry's shift towards circularity. Eeden's approach not only helps reduce dependence on virgin resources but also minimizes textile waste, aligning with global environmental regulations. This enables clients to effectively implement circular economy principles within the fashion sector.
Industrial Technology & Witchcraft is a game development company focused on creating entertaining experiences for personal computer and console users. Their offerings include core games that utilize voxel and pixel graphics, accompanied by engaging soundtracks. The company aims to enhance leisure time for players through diverse gaming experiences, showcasing a commitment to both innovative design and immersive audio.
Sunvigo specializes in making solar power accessible to residential homeowners by offering affordable rooftop solar solutions. The company simplifies the process of using solar energy by collaborating with a network of partners, which includes smart meter operators and photovoltaic installers. Sunvigo enables customers to either purchase or rent solar systems, thereby promoting the use of local and emission-free energy. In addition to providing solar power generated from rooftops, the company offers real green power sourced from the grid, further supporting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Provider of sustainable e-fuels and synthetic chemical products intended to replace fossil crude oil. The company specializes in producing renewable hydrogen and greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen which are then converted into e-kerosene, carbon dioxide-neutral diesel, synthetic waxes, or methanol, enabling chemical plant operators to run their entire chemical plants using synthetic fuels using climate-neutral energy with reduced chemical waste and more climate protection.
Sunvigo specializes in making solar power accessible to residential homeowners by offering affordable rooftop solar solutions. The company simplifies the process of using solar energy by collaborating with a network of partners, which includes smart meter operators and photovoltaic installers. Sunvigo enables customers to either purchase or rent solar systems, thereby promoting the use of local and emission-free energy. In addition to providing solar power generated from rooftops, the company offers real green power sourced from the grid, further supporting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Provider of advanced materials intended to produce bioplastic film, plastics, and coatings from agriculture residues. The company's technology uses food production residues to produce materials that are compostable under natural composting conditions and provides a marketable product from agricultural residues such as starch or brewery residues as a raw material for home compostable, harmless for the environment and humans, enabling the society to get rid of the plastic materials that lead to serious environmental, marine pollution and lower carbon emissions.
Developer of parallel dispensing technology designed to reduce material consumption in the PV (Photovoltaics ) industry. The company's technology is used to apply front metal contacts onto solar cells and can be integrated into conventional production lines for silicon solar cells, replacing the screen printing process normally used for the front-side metal contacts, enabling clients to save resources, increasing the electricity yield and increasing throughput.
Crocus Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Crocus Labs GmbH is a Berlin-based deep tech company developing advanced light engine technology to enable a greener future. We are experts in crafting cutting-edge and energy-saving solutions for wellness, horticultural, and specialty lighting applications. Our goal is to bring our rigorous research and exceptional technological advancements to residential, commercial, and industrial spaces globally.
Sunvigo specializes in making solar power accessible to residential homeowners by offering affordable rooftop solar solutions. The company simplifies the process of using solar energy by collaborating with a network of partners, which includes smart meter operators and photovoltaic installers. Sunvigo enables customers to either purchase or rent solar systems, thereby promoting the use of local and emission-free energy. In addition to providing solar power generated from rooftops, the company offers real green power sourced from the grid, further supporting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Gilytics AG specializes in advanced computing and 3D visualization technology for the complex planning of transportation and energy infrastructures. Founded in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, the company offers an interactive software package that aids in the management and planning of distributed energy and linear infrastructures. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including transportation networks, oil and gas pipelines, wind and solar energy projects, and utilities. Gilytics' software enhances the planning process by providing automated services for identifying optimal routes for new transmission lines, while also facilitating improved interactions with authorities and communities through its visualization capabilities.
Sunvigo specializes in making solar power accessible to residential homeowners by offering affordable rooftop solar solutions. The company simplifies the process of using solar energy by collaborating with a network of partners, which includes smart meter operators and photovoltaic installers. Sunvigo enables customers to either purchase or rent solar systems, thereby promoting the use of local and emission-free energy. In addition to providing solar power generated from rooftops, the company offers real green power sourced from the grid, further supporting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Eyeware Tech SA is a Swiss company established in 2016, specializing in 3D eye tracking software known as GazeSense. This innovative software utilizes advanced computer vision algorithms to enable consumer cameras and devices to capture and analyze eye gaze, head, and face movements. Eyeware's technology enhances human-machine interaction across a variety of fields, including social robotics, automotive, smart home applications, healthcare, gaming, industrial automation, retail, and advertising. By offering solutions that interpret user attention, intention, and interest, Eyeware aims to improve engagement between humans and technology, thus facilitating more intuitive interactions in everyday environments.
Developer of airline aggregation technology designed to build the travel tech stack for the new distribution paradigm empowered by the airlines. The company's technology helps to enhance the retailing channels by bringing rich content, dynamic pricing, and ancillary services, enabling travel agencies to join the new distribution model for the future agency.
Provider of sustainable e-fuels and synthetic chemical products intended to replace fossil crude oil. The company specializes in producing renewable hydrogen and greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen which are then converted into e-kerosene, carbon dioxide-neutral diesel, synthetic waxes, or methanol, enabling chemical plant operators to run their entire chemical plants using synthetic fuels using climate-neutral energy with reduced chemical waste and more climate protection.
Zolitron Technology is a leading cognitive sensor technology company based in the wundervoll Ruhr Valley. They develop holistic IoT and industry 4.0 solutions based on their unique Micro-Energy-Harvesting sensor technology and their cognitive Z-Cloud Analytics platform.They collect and analyse the data you need to establish innovative business or service models. Enabling IoT business models and helping their clients to manage the digital transformation successfully by using cognitive sensor technology is their mission.
LightnTec GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in the development of digital thin LED wallpapers. The company has created the Media-Screen-Matrix, a lightweight and highly transparent PET thin-film equipped with LED technology that can transform any façade into a dynamic media display. This innovative product is flexible, allowing it to be bent or cut to fit various applications, and is designed for energy efficiency, offering substantial cost savings. Weighing only 250 grams per square meter and available in 600mm width, the ribbons can be installed on glass façades, banners, or directly onto building exteriors. The Media-Screen-Matrix is also rated IP67, making it suitable for outdoor use. By enabling the playback of images, videos, and text from cloud sources, LightnTec provides clients with versatile solutions for creating immersive environments across a wide range of applications, including audio and video displays on various surfaces.
otego GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in the development of thermoelectric generators (TEGs) that efficiently convert heat into electric power. These generators are designed to provide an independent energy supply for wireless sensors and actuators, functioning effectively in conditions with varying temperatures. The company's technology is applicable in various sectors, including the Internet of Things, waste heat recovery, and Industry 4.0. As a spin-off from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, otego brings together a diverse team of professionals, including physicians, a chemist, and a business engineer, to advance its innovative energy solutions.
Atc Aluvation Technology is a high-tech start-up with years of experience. The company has been synonymous with innovative and forward-thinking heat treatment processes for aluminum components in the automotive industry.
Bentekk GmbH, based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in the development and manufacture of intelligent gas measuring systems for on-site analysis of air contaminants. Founded in 2014, the company produces portable gas measurement devices, including gas chromatography systems paired with photoionization detection technology, capable of analyzing volatile organic compounds and monitoring toxic substances in various sectors. Its products cater to environmental monitoring, first response, logistics, life sciences, and the chemical industry, with notable clients such as BASF, Shell, and Merck. In 2017, Bentekk was acquired by Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA, a multinational corporation in the medical and safety industry, and has since been integrated into its corporate structures to enhance workplace safety and compliance with toxic gas threshold limits.
Cycle GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in laser technology solutions for scientific and industrial applications. The company provides a range of products, including timing distribution systems that synchronize extensive networks of optical and microwave devices, ultrafast laser synchronization units for coordinating multiple ultrafast lasers, and laser microwave synchronization units that align ultrafast lasers with microwave sources. Additionally, Cycle offers low phase-noise microwave generation units designed to produce ultralow phase-noise microwave signals using optical pulse trains from mode-locked lasers. With a team possessing extensive expertise in laser technology and system integration, Cycle collaborates closely with clients to design and implement tailored solutions, ensuring performance and reliability in active environments. The company also emphasizes comprehensive consulting and support services to meet customer needs effectively.
Enoware specializes in wireless, miniaturized geothermal measuring capsules that enhance the efficiency and quality of geothermal probes. The company offers mobile sensor systems designed for fluid environments, providing users with access to crucial environmental information. By leveraging an online portal and smartphone application, Enoware facilitates system monitoring, optimization, and operational safety for geothermal energy applications. With a growing market in Germany, where over 300,000 geothermal probes are in use and 20,000 new systems are installed annually, Enoware aims to expand its customer base and enhance the capabilities of geothermal energy systems.
Heliatek GmbH, based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development and production of organic solar films and photovoltaic cells. Its flagship product, HeliaSol, is an organic photovoltaics (OPV) solution that can be applied to various surfaces, making it suitable for building retrofitting, automotive applications, and other innovative projects. Heliatek caters to the building and construction material sector, as well as automotive manufacturers, offering tailored products like HeliaFilm for integration into façade and roofing systems. The company is recognized as a leader in organic photovoltaics, leveraging its ultra-light and flexible technology to provide sustainable energy solutions. Established in 2006, Heliatek has formed strategic partnerships with companies such as AGC Glass Europe and Reckli China, and it employs around 160 people across its facilities in Germany. The research and development of its technologies have received support from the Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union.
akvola Technologies is a German company focused on innovative water treatment solutions. The company develops, installs, and markets packaged water clarification systems utilizing its proprietary akvoFloat technology, which employs a ceramic flotation-filtration process. This process enables the treatment of challenging industrial wastewater, significantly improving water quality while achieving up to 90% lower energy consumption and a 20% smaller footprint compared to conventional methods. akvola's technology is applicable across various industries, including oil and gas, seawater desalination pretreatment, food and beverage, mining, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, and semiconductors. The company's commitment to cost-effective and environmentally-friendly water services positions it as a key player in addressing the growing demand for efficient water management solutions.
ICE Gateway GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the development of LED systems, sensors, and cloud-based services tailored for lighting applications. The company focuses on optimizing outdoor lighting through its wireless infrastructure, which enhances the functionality of smart cities by offering services for both pedestrians and connected devices. Its cloud-based platform allows for the remote control and maintenance of lighting systems, providing capabilities such as environmental data measurement, object counting, and traffic flow analysis. Additionally, ICE Gateway offers consulting services and develops both hardware and software for its wireless outdoor infrastructure. The company's solutions encompass various sectors, including traffic, marketing, security, logistics, parking, and tourism, alongside providing LED retrofits and advanced data analytics. Founded in 2013, ICE Gateway GmbH integrates efficient LED lamps with proprietary communication technology to support a broad range of applications.
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saperatec GmbH engages in the disposal and recycling of photovoltaic modules. The company engages in crushing the size of the material; developing separation liquids based on chemical mixtures that aid the separation of the composite; and washing, sorting, and drying of recovered materials. The company recycles used beverage cartons; packaging material made of aluminum and plastic; PV modules made of glass, semi-conductors, and plastic; li-ion batteries; and car glass. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Bielefeld, Germany.
InnoCyte - Technologies for automated Cell Culture. They have the strong belief that automated cell culture could be of inestimable value for cell processing in labs all over the world. InnoCyte brings automated cell culture to the masses - within a benchtop designed, reliable and affordable device.
Subitec was founded in 2000 as a spin-off of the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial and Biotechnology (IGB). In the run-up to the founding, scientists at IGB had already been dealing with the subject of microalgae since 1995. In 2007, operational business was started and the first investors were sought after.
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 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.
NonWoTecc GmbH was founded with the financial support of High-Tech Gründerfond (HTGF) and Rheinland Venture Capital Fond (RVC) in February of 2007. The goal was to develop a newly designed vascular prosthesis with improved biocompatible and bio-stable properties. NonWoTecc GmbH was one of only seven companies which received a commitment for financial support from HTGF in 2006.
TRANSCATHETER TECHNOLOGIES is developing a unique aortic valve implantation system that will increase the safety and durability of aortic valve implantation. The TRINITY repositionable transcatheter aortic valve system is at the forefront of next-generation transcatheter valve implantation technology. In the near future, transcatheter valve implantation will become the preferred therapy for aortic valve implantation, and TRANSCATHETER TECHNOLOGIES‘ goal is to provide the most advanced technology available.
Clean Mobile AG, founded in 2006 in Munich, Germany, specializes in electrical drive train systems for light electric vehicles (LEVs). With a team of over 20 skilled employees, the company has developed a patented drive train technology that significantly enhances the performance of various LEVs, including cargo vehicles, bicycles, and electric scooters. Clean Mobile aims to lead the LEV industry by delivering innovative solutions that cater to the growing demand for sustainable transportation options worldwide.
saperatec GmbH engages in the disposal and recycling of photovoltaic modules. The company engages in crushing the size of the material; developing separation liquids based on chemical mixtures that aid the separation of the composite; and washing, sorting, and drying of recovered materials. The company recycles used beverage cartons; packaging material made of aluminum and plastic; PV modules made of glass, semi-conductors, and plastic; li-ion batteries; and car glass. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Bielefeld, Germany.
Entelios, founded in 2010 and acquired by EnerNOC in 2014, specializes in demand response and virtual power plant solutions. The company operates as a clean energy supplier, focusing on the management of distributed energy resources across industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. By providing demand response resources, Entelios helps customers balance energy supply and demand, facilitating a transition to sustainable operations. Its offerings enable both large and small companies to adopt greener practices while ensuring a reliable energy supply.
SciEngines GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Kiel, Germany, specializes in developing FPGA-based reconfigurable high-performance computing solutions tailored for applications in natural sciences, finance, and IT security. The company offers a cloud computing platform that addresses the computational requirements of science and engineering, providing parallel reconfigurable computing products suitable for large-scale data analysis. SciEngines' technology allows for customizable computing resources, emphasizing factors such as raw processing power, data throughput, or memory, enabling software vendors to enhance the performance of their existing algorithms and applications.
Heliatek GmbH, based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development and production of organic solar films and photovoltaic cells. Its flagship product, HeliaSol, is an organic photovoltaics (OPV) solution that can be applied to various surfaces, making it suitable for building retrofitting, automotive applications, and other innovative projects. Heliatek caters to the building and construction material sector, as well as automotive manufacturers, offering tailored products like HeliaFilm for integration into façade and roofing systems. The company is recognized as a leader in organic photovoltaics, leveraging its ultra-light and flexible technology to provide sustainable energy solutions. Established in 2006, Heliatek has formed strategic partnerships with companies such as AGC Glass Europe and Reckli China, and it employs around 160 people across its facilities in Germany. The research and development of its technologies have received support from the Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union.
ReCoTech is a young software company that specialises in IT-based solutions for the optimisation of space allocation in office buildings that was founded in 2008. The range of services encompasses both projects, license sales as well as support in the data acquisition and data modelling in both cases. The Berlin based company currently develops interfaces to selected products in the area of real estate and facility management. The company enjoys a close cooperation relationship to the University of Applied Sciences in Berlin.
TRANSCATHETER TECHNOLOGIES is developing a unique aortic valve implantation system that will increase the safety and durability of aortic valve implantation. The TRINITY repositionable transcatheter aortic valve system is at the forefront of next-generation transcatheter valve implantation technology. In the near future, transcatheter valve implantation will become the preferred therapy for aortic valve implantation, and TRANSCATHETER TECHNOLOGIES‘ goal is to provide the most advanced technology available.
Clean Mobile AG, founded in 2006 in Munich, Germany, specializes in electrical drive train systems for light electric vehicles (LEVs). With a team of over 20 skilled employees, the company has developed a patented drive train technology that significantly enhances the performance of various LEVs, including cargo vehicles, bicycles, and electric scooters. Clean Mobile aims to lead the LEV industry by delivering innovative solutions that cater to the growing demand for sustainable transportation options worldwide.
UroTec GmbH is a pharmaceutical company, founded in Germany in 2005. The spin-off from Dresden University of Technology develops and distributes implants from autologous cells for reconstruction of the lower urinary tract (tissue engineering).
LaTherm offers its customers a low CO2 heating (heating and hot water) to stable, reliable predictable prices. They collect industrial waste heat, so far, for example, of steel mills, chemical or waste incinerators is disposed of into the environment, in specially-equipped standard containers. Then this heat to medium-sized properties, such as swimming pools, hospitals, schools, apartment buildings or commercial properties will be transported there, and fed into the existing heating systems.
Subitec was founded in 2000 as a spin-off of the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial and Biotechnology (IGB). In the run-up to the founding, scientists at IGB had already been dealing with the subject of microalgae since 1995. In 2007, operational business was started and the first investors were sought after.
Heliatek GmbH, based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development and production of organic solar films and photovoltaic cells. Its flagship product, HeliaSol, is an organic photovoltaics (OPV) solution that can be applied to various surfaces, making it suitable for building retrofitting, automotive applications, and other innovative projects. Heliatek caters to the building and construction material sector, as well as automotive manufacturers, offering tailored products like HeliaFilm for integration into façade and roofing systems. The company is recognized as a leader in organic photovoltaics, leveraging its ultra-light and flexible technology to provide sustainable energy solutions. Established in 2006, Heliatek has formed strategic partnerships with companies such as AGC Glass Europe and Reckli China, and it employs around 160 people across its facilities in Germany. The research and development of its technologies have received support from the Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union.
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