
EV Private Equity
Description
EV Private Equity is a prominent independent growth equity firm with a specialized focus on the energy sector, particularly on technologies that facilitate decarbonization and the broader energy transition. Headquartered in Stavanger, Norway, with additional offices in Houston and Aberdeen, the firm leverages a global presence to identify and support high-growth companies. With a robust track record spanning over 25 years, EV Private Equity has established itself as a significant player in financing innovative solutions aimed at making energy production and consumption more sustainable.
The firm's investment strategy centers on providing growth capital to technology-rich companies that offer solutions across the entire energy value chain, from upstream and midstream to downstream and renewables. They seek out businesses that demonstrate strong potential for scalability and have a clear path to contributing to a lower-carbon future. EV Private Equity is not merely a financial investor but also acts as a strategic partner, utilizing its deep industry expertise and extensive network to help portfolio companies navigate market challenges, accelerate growth, and achieve their strategic objectives. This hands-on approach is designed to foster long-term value creation.
Since its inception, EV Private Equity has deployed substantial capital, investing more than $1.2 billion across six dedicated funds. This significant capital base has enabled them to back over 65 companies, demonstrating a consistent commitment to fostering innovation within the energy landscape. Their typical first cheque sizes for growth equity investments generally range from $10 million to $50 million, reflecting their commitment to providing substantial capital for companies poised for significant expansion. This range allows them to support a diverse set of companies, from those developing cutting-edge carbon capture technologies to those optimizing renewable energy infrastructure.
EV Private Equity's vision extends beyond financial returns, aiming to drive a positive impact on the global energy landscape. By focusing on technologies that reduce environmental footprints and enhance efficiency, the firm plays a crucial role in accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable energy future. Their strategic investments are designed to not only generate strong returns for their limited partners but also to contribute meaningfully to global climate goals, positioning them as a key enabler of the green energy revolution.
Investor Profile
EV Private Equity has backed more than 60 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 12 rounds, about 20% of its total and boasts 20 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Private Equity, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States, Norway.
- Strong thematic focus on Oil and Gas, Energy, Software.
- Typical check size: $10M – $50M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (70%)
- Private Equity (15%)
- Series A (7%)
- Pre Seed (3%)
- Series B (2%)
- Series C (2%)
- Undisclosed (2%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (35%)
- United States (35%)
- Norway (22%)
- Canada (5%)
- Singapore (2%)
Industry Focus
- Oil And Gas
- Energy
- Software
- Manufacturing
- Service Industry
- Information Technology
- Renewable Energy
- Enterprise Software
- Security
- Environmental Engineering
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