Speedinvest

Speedinvest, established in 2011, is a European venture capital firm headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with additional offices in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, San Francisco, and a focus on Central and Eastern Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, typically providing between €0.25 million to €3 million, and takes minority stakes, usually up to 20%. Speedinvest invests in sectors such as deep tech, fintech, industrial tech, marketplaces, consumer tech, and digital health, with a hands-on approach, often taking operational roles in portfolio companies for up to a year. The firm aims to provide more than just capital, offering operational support, growth marketing, HR, US business development, and networking assistance through its in-house Platform+ team.

Marie-Helene Ametsreiter

Partner

Jeroen Arts

Partner

Estelle Botbol

Principal

Daniela Caserotto-Leibert

Venture Partner

Stephen Croome

Principal

Sophia Escheu

Associate

Felix Faltin

Principal

Audrey Handem

Senior Associate

Jingchun Hao

Partner

Oliver Holle

CEO, Managing Partner and Managing Director

Lawrence Kilian

Principal, Corporate Development and M&A

Stefan Klestil

General Partner Sif

Namratha Kothapalli

Principal

Markus Lang

Partner

Tom Filip Lesche

Partner

Alexis Majos

Principal

Enrique Martínez-Hausmann

Principal

Klaus Matzka

Partner

Wissam Nadreddine

Principal

Wissam Nasreddine

Principal

Florian Obst

Associate

Mathias Ockenfels

General Partner

Mariya Osadchaya-Isa

Principal

Alvaro Perezcano

Senior Associate

Magda Posluszny

Associate

Konstantin Schmeisser

Associate

Leonard Schmid

Senior Associate

Andreas Schwarzenbrunner

Partner

Olga Shikhantsova

Partner

Michael Sieghart

CFO, Managing Partner and Managing Director

Evgeny Slavin

Senior Associate

Philip Specht

Senior Associate

Katharine Spooner

Principal

Katharine Spooner

Senior Associate

Philipp Stangl

Investment Manager

Jürgen Wahl

Venture Partner

Werner Zahnt

Founding Partner, Corporate Development

Andrea Zitna

Partner

Sophia Escheu

Associate

Maximilian Wilhelm

Senior Associate

Victor Huerbe

Principal

Past deals in Sustainability

Recyda

Series A in 2024
Recyda provides software solutions that help multinational companies manage their packaging portfolios and meet circular economy objectives. The software centralizes information on the collection, sorting, and recycling of materials, facilitating compliance with country-specific legislation and waste management systems. It enables brand owners, retailers, and packaging producers to assess the recyclability of their packaging efficiently, incorporating insights on eco-modulated Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees and other critical factors. By offering an all-in-one platform for project management and analysis, Recyda simplifies the complexities of packaging recyclability and supports companies in their sustainability efforts.

Nomos

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Nomos is an IT company specializing in embedded dynamic energy plans. It streamlines the implementation process, reducing it from months to days. The company's platform integrates electricity plans into various industries' product offerings, including heating systems, banking, and telecommunications. This enables businesses to provide dynamic electricity plans to European consumers and empower them with flexible energy solutions.

Purpose Green

Seed Round in 2024
Purpose Green is a climatetech company that operates a long-term ESG management platform. This platform transforms properties into sustainable assets by offering energy-efficient upgrades, green subsidies and financing, and comprehensive, ongoing ESG management. It helps property owners and asset managers reduce environmental impact, ensure lasting value, and achieve peace of mind.

Trawa

Seed Round in 2024
trawa provides software solutions and electricity procurement services tailored for energy-intensive businesses. The company utilizes a proprietary optimization engine that facilitates access to renewable energy sources, specifically from solar and wind parks. By integrating its technology into the operations of various companies, trawa enables them to optimize their energy purchasing, thereby reducing costs and enhancing sustainability. This approach not only aids businesses in decarbonizing their operations but also offers protection against potential energy crises. Through its innovative offerings, trawa aims to support companies of all sizes in achieving professional and sustainable energy procurement.

Cylib

Series A in 2024
Cylib is a Greentech startup focused on transforming the recycling of lithium-ion batteries in Europe. The company aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of battery recycling services, playing a crucial role in the green energy transition. By specializing in the recovery of raw materials during the recycling process, Cylib significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with the entire battery value chain. This approach not only supports electric vehicle manufacturers in minimizing their reliance on newly mined raw materials but also contributes to the overall sustainability of the electric mobility sector.

Hexafarms

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Hexafarms is a developer of farm-based software aimed at enhancing the efficiency and profitability of vertical farming operations. The company's technology enables commercial food growers to optimize their production processes in real-time, resulting in potential revenue increases of up to 50%. By focusing on improving crop yield, reducing energy costs, and automating various production tasks, Hexafarms supports a network of vertical farms that strive to grow food more sustainably and efficiently. This innovative approach positions Hexafarms as a key player in the evolution of modern agriculture, addressing the challenges of food production in urban environments.

Apiday

Venture Round in 2024
Apiday is a Paris-based company founded in 2021 that provides a platform for businesses to manage their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data effectively. The platform centralizes ESG data collection, automates reporting and certification processes, and facilitates collaboration with specialized ESG consultants. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Apiday enhances the data management experience, allowing companies to easily access expert advice and the necessary documentation to improve their ESG scores. The company's mission is to simplify sustainability, making it measurable and affordable for businesses seeking to enhance their ESG performance.

Tibo Energy

Seed Round in 2024
Tibo Energy focuses on transforming energy consumption, generation, and distribution through innovative software solutions. The company develops energy monitoring and smart grid controlling technology that optimizes the use of renewable energy sources and enhances grid stability. By employing advanced algorithms, Tibo Energy's solutions enable energy professionals to effectively manage microgrids and energy hubs, improving operational efficiency and maximizing financial returns while reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This approach not only streamlines energy management but also contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape.

Purpose Green

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Purpose Green is a climatetech company that operates a long-term ESG management platform. This platform transforms properties into sustainable assets by offering energy-efficient upgrades, green subsidies and financing, and comprehensive, ongoing ESG management. It helps property owners and asset managers reduce environmental impact, ensure lasting value, and achieve peace of mind.

Resourcify

Series A in 2023
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

Sylvera

Series B in 2023
Sylvera is a carbon data provider based in London, United Kingdom, focused on promoting effective climate action. The company has developed machine learning-based tools that monitor the performance of carbon offset projects, allowing for tracking at intervals as frequent as weekly. These tools are designed to integrate seamlessly into both internal and external reporting frameworks, enabling businesses and governments to manage reputational risks while also enhancing transparency in carbon data for their customers. By providing detailed insights into the effectiveness of carbon offsets, Sylvera supports organizations in their efforts to make informed decisions about sustainability and climate initiatives.

Apiday

Seed Round in 2023
Apiday is a Paris-based company founded in 2021 that provides a platform for businesses to manage their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data effectively. The platform centralizes ESG data collection, automates reporting and certification processes, and facilitates collaboration with specialized ESG consultants. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Apiday enhances the data management experience, allowing companies to easily access expert advice and the necessary documentation to improve their ESG scores. The company's mission is to simplify sustainability, making it measurable and affordable for businesses seeking to enhance their ESG performance.

Riverse

Seed Round in 2023
Riverse is a B2B platform that facilitates the certification and transaction of carbon credits, specifically targeting greentech manufacturing companies in Europe. The platform streamlines the process of issuing and selling carbon credits, allowing companies to generate revenue within weeks. By focusing on technology-driven, circular economy projects, Riverse provides essential services such as impact measurement, verification, and monetization. This enables industrial decarbonization initiatives to earn financial support for scaling their operations. Riverse aims to build a standardized approach to carbon credits while enhancing the monitoring, reporting, and verification of environmental impacts, thereby promoting a more sustainable industry.

TIER Mobility

Convertible Note in 2023
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Recyda

Seed Round in 2023
Recyda provides software solutions that help multinational companies manage their packaging portfolios and meet circular economy objectives. The software centralizes information on the collection, sorting, and recycling of materials, facilitating compliance with country-specific legislation and waste management systems. It enables brand owners, retailers, and packaging producers to assess the recyclability of their packaging efficiently, incorporating insights on eco-modulated Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees and other critical factors. By offering an all-in-one platform for project management and analysis, Recyda simplifies the complexities of packaging recyclability and supports companies in their sustainability efforts.

Trawa

Pre Seed Round in 2023
trawa provides software solutions and electricity procurement services tailored for energy-intensive businesses. The company utilizes a proprietary optimization engine that facilitates access to renewable energy sources, specifically from solar and wind parks. By integrating its technology into the operations of various companies, trawa enables them to optimize their energy purchasing, thereby reducing costs and enhancing sustainability. This approach not only aids businesses in decarbonizing their operations but also offers protection against potential energy crises. Through its innovative offerings, trawa aims to support companies of all sizes in achieving professional and sustainable energy procurement.

Cylib

Seed Round in 2023
Cylib is a Greentech startup focused on transforming the recycling of lithium-ion batteries in Europe. The company aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of battery recycling services, playing a crucial role in the green energy transition. By specializing in the recovery of raw materials during the recycling process, Cylib significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with the entire battery value chain. This approach not only supports electric vehicle manufacturers in minimizing their reliance on newly mined raw materials but also contributes to the overall sustainability of the electric mobility sector.

Cylib

Seed Round in 2022
Cylib is a Greentech startup focused on transforming the recycling of lithium-ion batteries in Europe. The company aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of battery recycling services, playing a crucial role in the green energy transition. By specializing in the recovery of raw materials during the recycling process, Cylib significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with the entire battery value chain. This approach not only supports electric vehicle manufacturers in minimizing their reliance on newly mined raw materials but also contributes to the overall sustainability of the electric mobility sector.

one • fıve

Seed Round in 2022
one • fıve offers individualised, cleaner, and circular packaging solutions in a brisk amount of time in order to have a demonstrable, beneficial effect on the environment.

Liefergrün

Series A in 2022
Liefergrün is a technology platform striving for the most convenient and sustainable delivery experience in e-commerce.

Toucan

Seed Round in 2022
Toucan is focused on developing technology to enhance the voluntary carbon market by creating a transparent and high-integrity digital infrastructure. The company aims to unlock climate action at scale by increasing the flow of revenue to effective climate impact projects. As an early player in the market for tokenized credits, Toucan's technology is designed to integrate both established and emerging environmental assets onto the blockchain. Through its efforts, Toucan seeks to build a regenerative financial system that addresses climate change and supports sustainable practices.

Apiday

Seed Round in 2022
Apiday is a Paris-based company founded in 2021 that provides a platform for businesses to manage their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data effectively. The platform centralizes ESG data collection, automates reporting and certification processes, and facilitates collaboration with specialized ESG consultants. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Apiday enhances the data management experience, allowing companies to easily access expert advice and the necessary documentation to improve their ESG scores. The company's mission is to simplify sustainability, making it measurable and affordable for businesses seeking to enhance their ESG performance.

Resourcify

Venture Round in 2022
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

Liefergrün

Seed Round in 2022
Liefergrün is a technology platform striving for the most convenient and sustainable delivery experience in e-commerce.

TIER Mobility

Series D in 2021
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Resourcify

Venture Round in 2021
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

Sylvera

Seed Round in 2021
Sylvera is a carbon data provider based in London, United Kingdom, focused on promoting effective climate action. The company has developed machine learning-based tools that monitor the performance of carbon offset projects, allowing for tracking at intervals as frequent as weekly. These tools are designed to integrate seamlessly into both internal and external reporting frameworks, enabling businesses and governments to manage reputational risks while also enhancing transparency in carbon data for their customers. By providing detailed insights into the effectiveness of carbon offsets, Sylvera supports organizations in their efforts to make informed decisions about sustainability and climate initiatives.

Planetly

Seed Round in 2020
Planetly is a Berlin-based company that provides software solutions for carbon management, enabling organizations to analyze, reduce, and offset their carbon footprints. The platform offers comprehensive insights into carbon emissions by collecting and processing data from various departments within a business. This analysis helps companies identify effective strategies for reducing emissions in a pragmatic manner. Planetly serves a diverse range of sectors, including banking, insurance, professional services, manufacturing, retail, and information technology. By promoting transparency and actionable strategies, Planetly aims to equip businesses with the tools necessary to fulfill their environmental responsibilities and contribute to addressing the climate crisis.

TIER Mobility

Series B in 2019
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

TIER Mobility

Series A in 2018
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

TIER Mobility

Seed Round in 2018
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

TourRadar

Series C in 2018
TourRadar GmbH, established in 2010 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, operates an online marketplace specializing in multi-day group tours. It connects travelers with over 2,500 operators worldwide, offering more than 50,000 adventures across 160 countries. The platform enables users to compare and book tours, read reviews, and meet fellow travelers. TourRadar also provides a guide community, processes online payments, and offers flexible booking conditions, extensive insurance options, and a best price guarantee. Committed to sustainability, the company allows travelers to view and offset their adventure's carbon impact and works with local operators to protect communities.

GoFoxBox

Seed Round in 2017
GoFoxBox offers an eco-friendly alternative for moving by providing rental plastic boxes that can be reused up to 500 times. Unlike traditional cardboard boxes, these durable and recyclable plastic boxes are designed to enhance security during relocation. GoFoxBox delivers the boxes directly to customers' homes and picks them up at the new location, simplifying the moving process. This service not only reduces the ecological footprint associated with moving but also provides a cost-effective solution for those looking to relocate.

TourRadar

Series A in 2016
TourRadar GmbH, established in 2010 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, operates an online marketplace specializing in multi-day group tours. It connects travelers with over 2,500 operators worldwide, offering more than 50,000 adventures across 160 countries. The platform enables users to compare and book tours, read reviews, and meet fellow travelers. TourRadar also provides a guide community, processes online payments, and offers flexible booking conditions, extensive insurance options, and a best price guarantee. Committed to sustainability, the company allows travelers to view and offset their adventure's carbon impact and works with local operators to protect communities.

TourRadar

Angel Round in 2014
TourRadar GmbH, established in 2010 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, operates an online marketplace specializing in multi-day group tours. It connects travelers with over 2,500 operators worldwide, offering more than 50,000 adventures across 160 countries. The platform enables users to compare and book tours, read reviews, and meet fellow travelers. TourRadar also provides a guide community, processes online payments, and offers flexible booking conditions, extensive insurance options, and a best price guarantee. Committed to sustainability, the company allows travelers to view and offset their adventure's carbon impact and works with local operators to protect communities.

TourRadar

Angel Round in 2013
TourRadar GmbH, established in 2010 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, operates an online marketplace specializing in multi-day group tours. It connects travelers with over 2,500 operators worldwide, offering more than 50,000 adventures across 160 countries. The platform enables users to compare and book tours, read reviews, and meet fellow travelers. TourRadar also provides a guide community, processes online payments, and offers flexible booking conditions, extensive insurance options, and a best price guarantee. Committed to sustainability, the company allows travelers to view and offset their adventure's carbon impact and works with local operators to protect communities.

Trawa

trawa provides software solutions and electricity procurement services tailored for energy-intensive businesses. The company utilizes a proprietary optimization engine that facilitates access to renewable energy sources, specifically from solar and wind parks. By integrating its technology into the operations of various companies, trawa enables them to optimize their energy purchasing, thereby reducing costs and enhancing sustainability. This approach not only aids businesses in decarbonizing their operations but also offers protection against potential energy crises. Through its innovative offerings, trawa aims to support companies of all sizes in achieving professional and sustainable energy procurement.

Riverse

Riverse is a B2B platform that facilitates the certification and transaction of carbon credits, specifically targeting greentech manufacturing companies in Europe. The platform streamlines the process of issuing and selling carbon credits, allowing companies to generate revenue within weeks. By focusing on technology-driven, circular economy projects, Riverse provides essential services such as impact measurement, verification, and monetization. This enables industrial decarbonization initiatives to earn financial support for scaling their operations. Riverse aims to build a standardized approach to carbon credits while enhancing the monitoring, reporting, and verification of environmental impacts, thereby promoting a more sustainable industry.
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