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etalytics, a German cleantech startup specializing in AI-driven IoT software for optimizing energy systems, has secured $8M in Series A funding. The round was led by Alstin Capital, with co-investors ebm-papst and TF H IV Technologiefonds Hessen GmbH & Co. KG. The funding will focus on enhancing their flagship product etaONE?, driving sustainability initiatives, and scaling operations globally. Vestbee https://lnkd.in/e8J75N_v #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

METRON has successfully closed a €12.5M funding round, led by the German GET Fund along with BNP Paribas, Climate Investment (CI), and Vertigo. The French cleantech company plans to leverage this funding to accelerate its growth strategy, expand its international presence, and further assist global industrial groups in achieving measurable decarbonization goals. Lucy Adams | Tech.eu https://lnkd.in/g6GWvRBj #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Epic Cleantec, a leader in water reuse technology, has secured $12M in Series B funding to drive the adoption of its innovative OneWater? system across the U.S. This groundbreaking technology, already deployed in high-profile projects like Salesforce Tower in San Francisco and the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, addresses critical water scarcity with sustainable solutions. Aaron Tartakovsky, CEO of Epic, and impact investors like Fields Rayant Family Office emphasize the importance of resilient infrastructure for future urban challenges. https://lnkd.in/gZWEW6D3 #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Ukhi, a biomaterials startup focused on sustainable packaging solutions, has raised $1.2M in pre-seed funding. The round included contributions from 100Unicorns, Venture Catalysts, SIDBI Venture Capital Ltd, and angel investor Avtar Monga. These fresh funds are set to enhance Ukhi’s production capabilities and further its materials research for compostable biomaterials created from agricultural waste. Sakshi Rathore | Infomance https://lnkd.in/eDKn_8g5 #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Iontra Inc has raised $45 million in a Series C round, led by Volta Energy Technologies, to accelerate the production of its groundbreaking battery charging technology. This will include the launch of its integrated RISC-V charge control and fuel gauge microcontroller, set to improve battery performance and sustainability across markets. https://lnkd.in/ePhhMYyg #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Swedish eFuel innovator Liquid Wind raised €44 million in Series C funding, with Uniper, Samsung Ventures, and HYCAP Fund I SCSp leading the round. The investment is the largest in Liquid Wind’s history and will support its efforts to scale production of eMethanol, a fossil-free maritime fuel to decarbonise global shipping. Claes Fredriksson, CEO of Liquid Wind, and James Munce from HYCAP highlighted the critical role of eFuels in addressing sustainability targets. David Cendón Garcia | EU-Startups https://lnkd.in/dJQK8aHs #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Aquaria secures $112M in funding to address the global water crisis using their innovative atmospheric water generators. Backed by investors like Upwell Water and Mistletoe, Inc., Aquaria is pioneering scalable water solutions for diverse sectors, from residential communities to industries like green hydrogen production. Tech Funding News https://lnkd.in/eH7uDh-r #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Berlin-based Extantia has successfully closed its oversubscribed Article 9 flagship fund at €204 million, supported by a global network of investors. The firm, led by Partner Yair Reem, focuses on pioneering climate tech through investments in transformative software and hardware solutions, exemplified by portfolio companies like Reverion, INERATEC , and BeZero. Sofia Chesnokova | Tech Funding News https://lnkd.in/es9AWGV5 #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Tokamak Energy, a U.K.-based fusion startup, has raised $125M to refine its spherical tokamak reactor design and expand its TE Magnetics division, which focuses on high-temperature superconducting magnets. Leading the round were East X Ventures and Lingotto Investment Management, with additional participation from British Patient Capital, BW Group, Furukawa Electric Company, and Sabanci Climate Ventures. Tim De Chant | TechCrunch https://lnkd.in/d_Tm5-3g #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

EarthOptics, a leader in soil digitization and predictive agronomy, has raised $24M in funding to accelerate innovation and expand its capabilities. The funding round was led by Conti Ventures and The Production Board, with additional support from notable backers such as Cibus Capital LLP, Norinchukin Bank, and others. CEO Lars Dyrud continues to champion efforts toward sustainable farming solutions. FinSMEs https://lnkd.in/eSSqSK9a #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG