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Volta Circle

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Volta Circle is a London-based early-stage venture capital firm with a specialized focus on technology-driven startups addressing critical global challenges. The firm strategically invests across three core verticals: food systems, circularity, and climate. Their investment mandate primarily targets companies in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, indicating a commitment to supporting nascent and rapidly growing ventures that leverage innovation for sustainable impact.

The firm distinguishes itself through a hands-on investment approach, providing more than just capital. Volta Circle actively supports its portfolio companies with strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to an extensive network of industry professionals and potential partners. This deep engagement reflects their belief in fostering long-term growth and helping founders navigate the complex landscape of scaling a tech startup within their specialized sectors. Their team brings significant sector-specific knowledge, enabling them to identify and nurture promising technologies that can drive meaningful change.

Volta Circle typically deploys first cheques ranging from £250,000 to £1.5 million, which translates to approximately $317,500 to $1,905,000 USD based on recent exchange rates. This substantial early-stage capital is designed to fuel product development, market entry, and team expansion for their portfolio companies. Notable investments include companies like Better Dairy, which is innovating in sustainable food production, and Supercritical, focused on carbon removal technologies, underscoring Volta Circle's dedication to supporting groundbreaking solutions in their target areas. Their investment strategy is clearly aligned with fostering a more sustainable and resource-efficient future.

Investor Profile

Volta Circle has backed more than 25 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 8% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series F rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, France, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, E-Commerce, Logistics.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $317.5K – $1.9M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (32%)
  • Series A (24%)
  • Series F (8%)
  • Convertible Note (8%)
  • Series B (8%)
  • Series D (4%)
  • Series E (4%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Undisclosed (4%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (48%)
  • France (20%)
  • United Kingdom (12%)
  • Spain (4%)
  • India (4%)
  • Kenya (4%)
  • Chile (4%)
  • Thailand (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • E-commerce
  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Biotechnology
  • Software
  • Fashion
  • Retail
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Nutrition
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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 Volta Circle frequently co-invest with?

Speedinvest
Europe, Wien, Austria, Vienna
Co-Investments: 2
Ada Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Closed Loop Partners
North America, New York, United States, New City
Co-Investments: 2
AS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Voyagers
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Fashion For Good
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Rubio Impact Ventures
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 3
Quadia
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Co-Investments: 2
Active Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Alante Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Barbara
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Volta Circle often collaborate with?

JK
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
AI
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
EL
North America, Florida, United States, Miami Beach
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
JV
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
Yair Schindel
Asia, HaMerkaz, Israel, Netanya
Shared Deals: 1
RA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JA
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
FM
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Volta Circle?

MacroCycle

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Circular Plastics. Zero Carbon Emissions.

Plastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
SeedFeb 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,500,000
Syntetica

Reims, Champagne-Ardenne, France

Syntetica is a nylon recycling startup which solves the pollution problem in the fashion industry

ManufacturingTextiles
SeedJul 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,574,705
Glowb

London, England, United Kingdom

Glowb offers solar energy and battery solutions.

EnergyRenewable EnergySolar
SeedJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,529,469
Shiru

Oakland, California, United States

Shiru is a new company that’s launching from the latest batch of Y Combinator-backed startups.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)NutritionPlant-Based Foods
Convertible NoteOct 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Clarity Movement

Berkeley, California, United States

Clarity is transforming how governments, communities, and businesses understand and respond to air pollution with Sensing-as-a-Service.

HardwareInternet of ThingsSensorSmart BuildingSmart CitiesSoftware
Series AJul 24, 2022
Amount Raised: $9,600,000
Kukua

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

The edutainment company for children of the 21st century

ChildrenContentEdTechEducationEdutainmentFamilyFranchiseMedia and EntertainmentToys
Series AJun 29, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
FreshKet

Makkasan, Krung Thep, Thailand

FreshKet is an integrated workflow marketplace for fresh food suppliers and restaurants.

AgricultureE-CommerceFood and BeverageRestaurants
Series BMay 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $23,229,003
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
SeedFeb 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $5,966,722
Optoro

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

A SaaS returns management system (RMS) that optimizes the returns lifecycle—from return initiation, return methods, restock, & resale.

ConsultingE-CommerceLogisticsRetailRetail TechnologySoftwareSupply Chain Management
Series EDec 14, 2021
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Cognixion

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Cognixion is a neural interface startup creates AI-powered products for individuals with disabilities.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Augmented RealityMachine LearningNeuroscienceSoftware
SeedNov 16, 2021
Amount Raised: $12,000,000