Satgana

💥 Breaking news from Satgana 🚀 We're thrilled to announce the final closing of our first Climate Tech VC fund, with €8m in LP commitments, propelling us forward in our mission to invest in the next generation of founders building the Future of Earth 🌎 Amidst rising global temperatures and increasing greenhouse gas emissions, our commitment to investing in groundbreaking solutions has never been more critical to build a more #sustainable, fair and #regenerative future. In Sanskrit, Satgana means "a good company," and we live by these words, supporting the brightest minds and hearts in #ClimateTech. With investments across Europe and Africa, our aim is to empower entrepreneurs to create sustainable, impactful ventures for a greener future. 💡🌱 🔍 By the numbers: > Over 2500 companies analyzed > 13 investments made > Broad support from over 100 LPs, including high-profile business figures, impact investors, High Net Worth Individuals and Family Offices from 25 countries 👥 At the core of our ethos is our diverse Collective of 25+ team members, Advisors, Venture Partners, scouts and board members, all dedicated to driving innovation and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy. As an SFDR Article 9 fund and a proud certified #BCorp, we are aligning financial returns with positive environmental and social outcomes. The journey has been incredible, but it is still day 1! Our deepest gratitude goes to the hundreds of people who have supported us along the way to date. This is just the beginning, and we're incredibly excited to pave the way for our next chapter of growth and #impact 🌟🧡 

🚀✨ On Day 1 (October 2nd) at the HORIZON Stage, we’ll immerse ourselves in inspiring discussions and innovative ideas that will elevate our efforts in climate action and social justice! 📍 HORIZON Stage 10:20 - 10:50: Transforming Europe: Navigating Economic Challenges and Cultivating Future Opportunities with Andrei Radulescu 11:00 - 11:45: Redefining Progress: Charting New Paths in Climate Action and Energy Transition with Pedro Palma, Sinan Eden and Nick Fitzpatrick 12:00 - 12:25: Visualizing Change: Shaping Sustainable Futures Through Data and Technology
with Susana Romao 12:30 - 13:00: Using Copernicus Data on Disasters to Support Emergencies and Climate Action with André Moreira Gonçalves 14:00 - 14:20: The State of Climate Tech with Emet Zeitz 14:30 - 15:15: Unlocking the Power of Data: Data, AI and Innovation for Climate and Biodiversity Solutions with Dr. Sabine Seymour, Greg Sherwin, Davide Calvi, Guilherme Beleza Vaz and Susana Romao 15:25 - 16:25: Reimagining Urban Spaces: Strategies for Greener, Fairer, and More Resilient Cities with Hugo Warner, Alice Fonseca, António Brito Guterres and Sofia Castelo 16:35 - 16:55: Leadership Lessons From Nature with Deborah Gray 17:00 - 17:55: Bridging Climate Action and Social Equity: An Intersectional Approach with Kat Hamilton, Lauren Foley, Andreas Noe and Carolina Salgueiro Pereira (she/her) 18:00 - 19:00: From Overwhelm to Action: Empowering Citizens to Tackle Climate and Social Injustice with Rita Oliveira, Eunice Maia, Maria Ana Botelho Neves, MA. FRSA, FSSE, Rachel Taylor and Bernardo Branco Gonçalves

⚡️ We’re hiring for our Kenya team and a Project Finance lead for our global operations! 🌎 At Sirona Technologies, we believe climate change is the defining challenge of our era. We’re addressing it by developing Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to offset hard-to-abate and diffuse emissions, and ultimately reducing global CO2 concentrations. 🇰🇪 Our first capture facility will be located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, a region with ideal conditions for DAC. It not only offers the right geological formations for permanent CO2 storage but also abundant renewable energy sources. As we scale, our facilities are expected to catalyze further renewable energy infrastructure, contributing to enhanced energy access for everyone. ⚒️ We’re thrilled to begin building our team on the ground in Kenya. We’re currently seeking: ▶︎ DAC engineer (based in Kenya) — Oversee the operations of our first DAC machines on-site → https://lnkd.in/eDd2gMYV ▶︎ Head of Kenya operations (based in Kenya) — Lead the deployment and operations of our commercial capture facility → https://lnkd.in/eSARMdWw Note that both these roles will kick off in Belgium, offering a chance to quickly ramp up with the team here before transitioning to lead successful operations on-site in Kenya. 💵 To strengthen our fundraising capabilities for the assetco In Kenya, we’re also hiring for: ▶︎ Project Finance lead (based in Brussels) — Lead the funding strategy and execution for our first commercial capture facility, its scaling, and future projects → https://lnkd.in/e3MFiqGb 🦉 If one of these positions gets you excited, reach out with a brief description of the work you are the most proud of! 💫 Feel free to tag or share this with anyone who might be a great fit!

🌍🍽️ Today marks the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (#IDAFLW), designated by the United Nations General Assembly We are proud to spotlight Fullsoon, a portfolio company using #AI to tackle food waste in the restaurant industry. Fullsoon helps restaurants forecast demand and optimize inventory, ensuring they only purchase what’s needed - reducing food waste, saving costs, and lowering their #CarbonFootprint. On this day, let’s raise awareness and take steps to minimize food waste and create a more sustainable food system! 🌱 #VC #ImpactInvesting #CircularEconomy #FoodWaste

🌎 Big News from Sirona Technologies! 🌎 We’re thrilled to share that Sirona Technologies, one of our portfolio companies, has just secured their first offtake agreement with Shopify 🚀  – a monumental step for their #DirectAirCapture (DAC) technology! 📊 Key Milestones from Sirona Technologies 📊 🔸First Pilot Plant: Shipping to #Kenya, operational by end of year 🔸CO2 Captured: Significant progress made (more details to come!) 🔸#Hiring for Growth: The team is expanding, with several key roles being filled! 🌱 Calling All Direct Air Capture Buyers 🌱 Sirona Technologies is actively looking for companies focused on their climate goals. If you're working in sustainability or know someone who is, connect with us! 🌎 💼 They’re also hiring! Know someone who might be a great fit? Tag them below or reach out! 🎯 Let’s support Sirona Technologies in their mission to scale Direct Air Capture technology and help tackle the climate crisis. Together, we can make an impact! 💪 #ClimateTech #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Last week for #WorldCleanUpDay our team got together to take action and clean up a local park in Addis 💚 🌍

🎉 A huge congratulations to Kate Kallot, Founder and CEO of Amini, one of our portfolio companies, for being named Entrepreneur of the Year at One Young World! 🌍✨ This well-deserved recognition highlights Kate’s visionary #leadership and her dedication to driving lasting impact on a global scale. We are incredibly proud to support her and Amini as they continue to inspire and innovate. Shout out to Charlot Magayi and Trisha Prabhu for their amazing accomplishments as well! Together, you're shaping a brighter future. 👏 #OYW24 #Leadership #EntrepreneurOfTheYear #GlobalImpact #Innovation #ProudSupporters

🎉 Celebrating 3 Years of Impact at Satgana! 🎉 This September marks an incredible milestone – 3 years of driving change, supporting innovation, and building a sustainable future. 🌍🚀 Over the past few years, we’ve grown and evolved, and here’s a look at some of our key achievements: 🔍 3194 companies analyzed 💼 16 portfolio companies 🌎 Investments in 10 countries 🏅 B Corp certified 🍃 SFDR Article 9 fund 💶 ~€10m Assets under Management As we celebrate our 3rd anniversary, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but there’s so much more ahead. Thank you to our incredible community of founders, investors, and partners for being part of this journey. Here’s to many more years of driving impact together! 💚 #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #Bcorp #VentureCapital #Satgana #StartupGrowth #ClimateTech

🌿 Great to attend the 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗹𝘁: 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 in Luxembourg 🇱🇺 Organized by the The LHoFT - Luxembourg House of Financial Technology, 10 Green Fintech startups from all across Europe are pitching today! ⬖ Key regulatory insights from the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) with Natasha Deloge & Shaneera Rasqué-Boolell,Ph.D., FRM ⬖ Public funding opportunities with Youri Cillien Mickael Borger from Luxinnovation GIE ⬖ Capital-raising strategies with Romain Diaz, CEO Satgana. ⬖ Focused one-on-one sessions with VC’s offering personalised, actionable advice: Startups engaged directly with VCs, receiving tailored feedback on their pitch, business model, and fundraising strategies. These sessions provided invaluable insights to help founders refine their approach and prepare for future investment opportunities. #GreenFintech #ClimateTech #Luxembourginnovation #Sustainability

✈️🌱 We’re happy to see Maxime Meijers and Nicolas Meijers, co-founders of Estuaire (one of Satgana’s portfolio companies), featured in the Sustainability in the Air podcast! 🎙️ Estuaire is transforming how we measure and reduce #aviation’s climate impact, with a special focus on non-CO2 emissions. 🌍 The Meijers brothers discuss their innovative data platform and how it empowers the whole aviation value chain to drive #sustainable change. 🎧 Tune in: https://lnkd.in/dDHEY9uv #SustainableAviation #ClimateTech #Estuaire #Satgana #Aviation