Seed VC · UK

Downing Ventures

Check size: $500K to $5M

Active

What they invest in

Generate attractive returns through investments that address pressing social and environmental challenges, with a focus on renewable energy and infrastructure, private equity, and private credit.

Who they back

DeepTechAIHealthtechSoftwareecommerceSeedSeries ASeries B+

Business models

platform

Customer segments

Institutional investors

Geography

UK, Europe, APAC

Recent investments

  • Fortava Healthcare
  • Finland wind and energy storage project
  • Three hydropower plants in Finland

The people who write checks

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Why this firm matters for fundraising founders

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At a glance

Based in
United Kingdom
Website
institutional.downing.co.uk ↗

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