What is Fundie Ventures?
Fundie Ventures is a climate tech investment studio based in Madrid, focused on nurturing and investing in early-stage startups across Europe, the UK, and Africa. The name “Fundie” (ˈfʊndiː) hints at people skilled in repairing or maintaining things — a fitting metaphor for a venture studio dedicated to fixing the planet through innovation. Their mission? To back pre-seed companies that are developing technologies aimed at reducing the commercial impact on land, animals, and air, while outperforming traditional industrial processes. Simply put, Fundie Ventures is where climate tech startups grow and raise investment.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Fundie Ventures offers a unique blend of support and investment opportunities for startups ready to scale. Here’s a quick snapshot:
- Investment focus: Pre-seed stage startups with valuations under €10 million
- Investment size: Up to €250k via angel syndication
- Studio support: Up to 3 months of hands-on growth and revenue acceleration
- Investment rounds: Help raising €500k to €5 million post-studio
- Geographical reach: Europe, UK, and Africa
- Collaborations: Partners with climate VCs and organizations managing climate tech cohorts
How Fundie Ventures Supports Startups
The studio offers a structured 3-month program designed to help founders become investment-ready. This includes building a robust data room and preparing investor-facing documents — crucial steps before the actual investment happens. The goal is to get startups unstuck, boost their revenue, and push them into their next growth phase. Beyond the studio, Fundie Ventures’ Climate Angel Network pools together experienced investors who collaborate and invest up to €250k in promising startups that have completed the program.
Investment Syndication and Partnerships
Fundie Ventures doesn’t just invest solo; it operates through angel syndications, bringing together a network of individuals passionate about climate tech. This collaborative approach amplifies the impact and resources available to startups. Additionally, Fundie Ventures partners with climate-focused venture capital firms to co-invest, ensuring startups receive not just capital but also strategic support. These partnerships extend to organizations managing cohorts of climate tech startups, enhancing the overall value offering and ecosystem connectivity.
Portfolio Highlights
Fundie Ventures has worked with a diverse range of startups making waves in various sectors:
- Fika Mobility – Electric mobility solutions in Kenya
- PeykBot – Robotics for delivery in the UK
- Khomba Solutions – B2B SaaS logistics in South Africa
- Intron Health – Healthtech B2B SaaS in Nigeria
- Newform Food – Cultivated meat innovation in South Africa
- Open Forest Protocol – Climate carbon credits platform in Switzerland
- BAIBYS™ – Fertility tech based in Israel
- Biocrem – Funeral industry innovation in the UK
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
Why Fundie Ventures Exists
At its core, Fundie Ventures believes in the transformative power of business. The studio exists because it sees business as the most potent vehicle for society to grow, evolve, and create lasting change. Their journey is fueled by a deep commitment to a future where business, innovation, and environmental sustainability go hand in hand. It’s not just about funding startups — it’s about grooming them to be agents of change, ready to tackle climate challenges head-on.
