Emerald Technology Ventures is a global leader in clean technology venture capital. Founded in 2000 under the name SAM Private Equity, Emerald is a pioneer in the rapidly emerging clean technology sector and is focused on innovative technologies in energy, materials and water.
The foundation of Emerald Technology Ventures is based on our conviction that to be a successful sector focused venture capital investor requires not only business and deal transaction experience but significant technical knowledge about the sectors one invests in. With this principle in mind we have assembled a truly unique investment team which combines seasoned executives and venture capital managers with highly competent clean technology specialists.
With sixteen team members in offices in Zurich (Switzerland) and Montreal (Canada), Emerald manages three venture capital funds and two venture capital portfolio mandates totaling over EUR 285 million (US$380 million). Investors include leading financial institutions and multinational corporations.
Emerald manages a portfolio of over 27 clean technology companies across Europe and North America and is proud to have backed companies like Evergreen Solar (Nasdaq: ESLR), Pemeas (acquired by BASF), and Schmack Biogas (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: SB1).
