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Rubio Impact Ventures

Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam

Description

Rubio Impact Ventures is a prominent venture capital fund based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, dedicated to investing in early and growth-stage enterprises that generate significant positive societal and environmental impact. As a leading impact investor, Rubio focuses on scalable businesses that not only deliver strong financial returns but also contribute to a better world. Their investment philosophy is rooted in the belief that purpose-driven companies can drive systemic change while achieving commercial success.

The firm's investment strategy is concentrated across four critical impact themes: Circular Economy, Food & Agriculture, Climate & Energy, and People & Wellbeing. Rubio typically targets Series A and Series B funding rounds, seeking companies with proven business models and clear pathways to scaling their impact. In 2023, Rubio successfully closed its third fund, Rubio Impact Fund III, at an impressive €110 million. This fund is strategically designed to support 20 to 25 promising companies, enabling them to expand their operations and deepen their positive footprint.

Rubio Impact Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access to its portfolio companies. Their initial investment typically ranges from €1 million to €5 million, with a willingness to provide substantial follow-on funding to support portfolio companies through subsequent growth stages. This commitment to long-term partnership underscores their dedication to fostering sustainable growth and maximizing both financial and impact returns.

Investor Profile

Rubio Impact Ventures has backed more than 54 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 18 rounds, about 33% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Energy, Renewable Energy.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (31%)
  • Seed (31%)
  • Series Unknown (20%)
  • Series B (13%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Grant (2%)

Country Focus

  • The Netherlands (61%)
  • United Kingdom (11%)
  • United States (7%)
  • Germany (7%)
  • Spain (4%)
  • Australia (4%)
  • Denmark (2%)
  • Sweden (2%)
  • Estonia (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Energy
  • Renewable Energy
  • Food And Beverage
  • Education
  • Health Care
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability
  • Electrical Distribution
  • Energy Management
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Rubio Impact Ventures frequently co-invest with?

PDENH
Europe, Liege, Belgium, Xhendelesse
Co-Investments: 7
BOM
Europe, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands, Tilburg
Co-Investments: 3
Unovis Asset Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Grazia Equity
Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Stuttgart
Co-Investments: 3
SHIFT Invest
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amstelveen
Co-Investments: 4
Volta Circle
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Gratitude Railroad
North America, Utah, United States, Park City
Co-Investments: 2
Praesidium
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 2
Activate Capital Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
KV
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Rubio Impact Ventures often collaborate with?

GJ
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
LW
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
KH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KV
Europe, Gelderland, The Netherlands, Nijmegen
Shared Deals: 1
AN
North America, Missouri, United States, Netherlands
Shared Deals: 1
JH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
DV
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
EB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
OS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Rubio Impact Ventures?

Punto Health

London, England, United Kingdom

AI-powered digital platform for management of Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Health CareHome Health CareMental Health
GrantJun 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $114,617
Amber Electric

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Amber Electric is an energy company that offer renewable energy on a wholesale level.

EnergyRenewable Energy
Series UnknownJun 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $29,689,008
Vytal

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Vytal is a provider of software-enabled reusable packaging solutions to eliminate single-use packaging waste.

Food and BeverageRecyclingSnack FoodSustainabilityWaste Management
Series UnknownMar 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $15,517,243
Chapter

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Chapter provides purpose-built AI solutions that streamline workflows and increase efficiency for renewable energy enterprises.

Environmental ConsultingRenewable Energy
SeedJan 23, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,123,289
Sympower

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Sympower unlocks revenue streams by maximising the value of flexibility across energy markets and industries.

Electrical DistributionEnergyEnergy ManagementRenewable EnergySmart CitiesSoftware
Series BNov 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $22,505,365
RIFT

Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

RIFT is a startup on a mission towards a sustainable future that is powered by clean and renewable energy.

Clean EnergyRenewable Energy
Series AOct 17, 2024
Amount Raised: $11,912,110
NOVAMEAT

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

NOVAMEAT develops cutting-edge technological solutions to feed the planet’s growing population with plant-based foods.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageFood ProcessingPlant-Based Foods
Series ASep 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $19,277,557
Solasta Bio

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

Solasta Bio develops environment-friendly products that meet a global need for new and effective crop protection.

Biotechnology
Series ASep 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $13,950,820
Female Invest

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

Female Invest is a edtech platform empowering women through subscription-based learning and community.

E-LearningEdTechFinanceFinancial ServicesSubscription ServiceWomen's
Series AJul 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $11,136,989
NoPalm-Ingredients

Ede, Gelderland, The Netherlands

NoPalm Ingredients produces sustainable microbial oils to replace the use of palm- and other tropical oils in food and cosmetics.

Food ProcessingRecyclingSustainability
SeedJul 24, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,422,588