Helen Ventures

Helen Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Helen Ltd., a major Finnish energy company headquartered in Helsinki. The firm is dedicated to investing in innovative European startups that are actively shaping the future of energy, e-mobility, and digital solutions. By leveraging its parent company's extensive industry knowledge and robust resources, Helen Ventures aims to accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable and digitalized energy sector, fostering both technological advancement and environmental responsibility.

The investment strategy of Helen Ventures primarily targets Seed to Series A stage companies, seeking to be a significant early partner in their growth journey. They typically make initial investments ranging from approximately $216,000 to $2.16 million, with a clear capacity for providing follow-on funding in subsequent rounds as portfolio companies mature. Beyond capital, Helen Ventures offers invaluable strategic partnerships, providing startups with direct access to Helen Ltd.'s vast customer base of over 600,000 customers, its operational infrastructure, and deep technical expertise in energy production and distribution.

Helen Ventures actively seeks out companies with disruptive technologies and scalable business models that align with their core strategic focus areas, which include smart energy management, renewable energy solutions, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and circular economy initiatives. Their diverse portfolio, which includes over 20 companies, spans across various European countries, underscoring their commitment to fostering innovation across the continent. This strategic approach allows Helen Ventures to not only generate financial returns but also to integrate cutting-edge solutions into Helen Ltd.'s own operations, driving mutual growth and significant industry impact.