What This Project Is All About
Financing innovation to make tomorrow happen today—that’s the driving force behind this project. It’s all about turning disruptive green technology into reality. While many feel stuck or overwhelmed by the urgency of climate change, this initiative is fueled by a relentless urge to move faster and better. Through targeted investments, it supports breakthrough technologies across energy, mobility, agriculture, industry, and advanced materials, all aimed at slashing greenhouse gas emissions. But it doesn’t stop there. The project also champions solutions that conserve natural resources—think water conservation, circular economy, waste reduction—and protect biodiversity through ecosystem restoration, regenerative practices, and nature-based environmental protection systems.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes this project stand out:
- €5 Billion Consolidated Assets under Management (AuM) projected for 2024
- €400 Million AuM under Starquest currently
- €1 Billion Starquest’s target AuM by 2028
- Investments ranging from €3 to €20 Million in Series A, B, and C companies ready for accelerated sales growth
- Support for companies securing positive cash flows on a going basis
- Investment in all stages of maturity—from seed to LBO—through the CCR Fund, focusing on climate adaptation and natural disaster prevention
How the Investment Funds Work
The project operates through two main funds: the Protect fund and the CCR Fund. The Protect fund zeroes in on companies with breakthrough technologies that can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It targets Series A, B, and C companies that are poised for rapid growth and already showing positive cash flow. Meanwhile, the CCR Fund casts a wider net, investing in companies at every stage—from seed rounds to leveraged buyouts—that develop solutions for natural disaster prevention and climate change adaptation. Whether it’s flood protection systems, drought-resilient geotechnical solutions, or AI-powered risk prediction models, the CCR Fund demands measurable impact on reducing damages caused by extreme weather events.
Driving Value Creation with a Strategic Edge
This project isn’t just about throwing money at startups. It’s about being business drones—yes, drones—that buzz strategically around market trends, competition, and predictable equity stories, all while optimizing operations. This approach fosters significant acceleration in value creation. The team behind the project thrives on challenges, ventures into unexplored territories, and embraces uncertainty as a chance to uncover hidden potential. It’s a mix of strategic vision and hands-on operational know-how that helps turn cutting-edge technologies into profitable, growing businesses.
Partnerships and Shared Vision
Being part of the Montefiore family is a big deal here. Montefiore shares the same vision about the radical, transformative power of decarbonization—especially in their investment segments where they’ve been best-in-class performers for years. This partnership means the solutions identified, developed, and financed won’t just stay ideas—they’ll have a pivotal impact on the companies they accelerate. It’s a relationship built on mutual growth and benefit, with a shared commitment to making a real difference.
Project 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
Core Values and Approach
At its heart, this project is grounded in audacity, excellence, and pragmatism. It’s driven by men and women of conviction who shape their attitude around authenticity, resilience, and human engagement. The approach is all about bringing “smart money” into startups—not just capital, but strategic thinking that goes beyond legal constraints. The team constantly challenges itself to deliver optimal performance, always aiming for excellence. Entrepreneurs bring the talent, ideas, and drive; the project brings the commitment, network, and funds. Together, they’re shaping a future where innovation and impact go hand in hand.
