Powerhouse Ventures

2011

Founded

16

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Powerhouse Ventures is a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting early-stage companies that are developing innovative software solutions to accelerate the decarbonization of global energy and mobility systems. Founded in 2011, the firm focuses on investing in startups that are building the digital infrastructure necessary for rapid decarbonization. In March 2022, Powerhouse Ventures launched its second fund, raising $75 million to further its mission.

The firm's investors include some of the world's largest corporations in energy, utilities, mobility, financial services, and technology. Notable backers include Aimee Barnes, Founder & CEO of Hua Nani Partners; Albert Wenger, Managing Partner at Union Square Ventures; and Drew Baglino, former CTO of Tesla.

Powerhouse Ventures has a diverse portfolio of 41 companies, with over 29% of investments supporting underrepresented founders.

The firm's investment focus includes sectors such as EnergyTech, Software, Data Platforms, FoodTech, FinTech, GreenTech, and Building Technology. Powerhouse Ventures typically invests between $500K to $2M in seed-stage companies.

Powerhouse Ventures operates from its office in Oakland, California.

Investment Stage

HQ Locations

Portfolio Companies

CapeZero, Sesame Sustainability, ThinkLabs, SHAED, Rock Rabbit, Presto, Copia, Specifx Data, The Adaptis, Tyba

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, India, Singapore

Key Differentiators

Focus on digital infrastructure for rapid decarbonization, Diverse portfolio with over 29% underrepresented founders, Strong network of industry leaders and corporate partners

Thypical Investment Size

$500K to $2M

Total Funds Raised

$75 million

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Software

SaaS

Consumer

FinTech

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

United States