Koolen Industries

Koolen Industries is a Dutch family office founded in 2019 by entrepreneur Kees Koolen, aiming to accelerate the transition to clean, renewable energy. The firm invests in a diverse range of clean energy technologies, including solar energy, energy storage, and electric vehicle infrastructure, to make clean energy accessible and affordable for everyone. Koolen Industries operates as a conglomerate, managing a portfolio of companies that work together to provide integrated clean energy solutions.

The firm's investment strategy focuses on companies that contribute to sustainability and renewable energy, supporting them through funding and business assistance. Koolen Industries has invested in over 25 organizations within the clean energy sector, encompassing areas such as energy storage, smart charging solutions, and off-street parking platforms. Notable investments include ParkBee, a digital car parking platform, and Deftpower, a company specializing in smart charging solutions. By fostering collaboration among its portfolio companies, Koolen Industries aims to deliver comprehensive, turn-key clean energy and mobility solutions to customers.

Koolen Industries' leadership, under CEO Kees Koolen, leverages extensive experience in scaling technology companies to drive growth in the clean energy sector. The firm's approach emphasizes long-term value creation across the energy transition landscape, with a vision to become the leading provider of full-service clean energy solutions through its innovative 'one-stop-shop' model. This strategy reflects a commitment to addressing real-world challenges in the energy sector and contributing to a sustainable future.