Energize Ventures

Energize Ventures is a Chicago-based venture capital firm specializing in digital solutions that drive the sustainable energy transition. Founded in 2016, the firm manages over $1.8 billion in assets and invests globally in companies that support a shift to a digital, low-carbon energy system. Energize Ventures focuses on software-based solutions across industries including renewable energy, critical infrastructure, climate resiliency, cybersecurity, and mobility. The firm has a diverse group of limited partners, including institutional investors, family offices, and strategic partners, reflecting its broad support base. Energize Ventures has invested in over 36 companies to date, deploying more than $920 million through its Venture and Endurance strategies. The firm's portfolio includes companies such as Aurora Solar, Nozomi Networks, Volta Charging, SparkCognition, and Aquilon Energy. Energize Ventures seeks to partner with entrepreneurs who are building and operating at the intersection of digital innovation and climate to create a modern sustainable economy. The firm leverages its team's industry expertise and research-based investment approach to support companies from early commercialization to public markets. Energize Ventures' mission is to accelerate the sustainable energy transition by partnering with the best companies at the intersection of energy and technology to provide financial capital, industry expertise, and commercialization support. The firm's investment focus areas include renewable energy, industrial operations, electrification and mobility, infrastructure resilience, and decarbonization. Energize Ventures prefers to lead Series A-C rounds with initial investments between $10–20 million. The firm's headquarters are located at 1 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2350, Chicago, IL 60606. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.energize.vc.