Tin Shed Ventures

Tin Shed Ventures is Patagonia's corporate venture capital fund, established in May 2013, dedicated to investing in startups that offer solutions to environmental crises. The fund focuses on companies that provide systemic and globally scalable solutions for land, water, air, and biodiversity issues, aiming to reduce the environmental impacts of Patagonia's core businesses in apparel and food. By investing a portion of Patagonia's profits, Tin Shed Ventures seeks to create joint value that benefits both the planet and its sole limited partner, Patagonia.

The fund's investment strategy emphasizes strategic resonance, targeting companies that address persistent issues in Patagonia's apparel and food supply chains while advancing environmental missions. Tin Shed Ventures prefers to invest in collaboration with trusted co-investors, with checks of up to $2 million in Seed, Series A, and occasionally Series B deals. The fund evaluates investments based on criteria such as quality, systemic impact, and alignment with Patagonia's values, including a commitment to quality and responsible practices.

Tin Shed Ventures has a diverse portfolio of companies that align with its mission. Notable investments include Nofence, which enables regenerative grazing through virtual fencing; Rubi Labs, which converts industrial CO₂ emissions into cellulose pulp for man-made fibers; and Tersus Solutions, providing waterless laundry services to extend garment longevity. Other portfolio companies include Matter, Heirloom Carbon, Beyond Surface Technologies, Edacious, Cairnspring Mills, Fibe, Trove, Bureo, Numat, and the Perennial Fund, each contributing to sustainable practices in agriculture, apparel, and environmental conservation.

For more information or to explore potential investment opportunities, visit Tin Shed Ventures' official website or contact them directly through the provided email address.