Europe is dealing with unstable energy supplies, old factories with high costs, and a strong depfinishence on imports. Staying competitive while becoming more sustainable is a tough balance. SlateVC is tackling these problems by investing in climate technologies that cut costs and boost efficiency, focutilizing on solutions that deliver real results.
Today, SlateVC has secured €132 million in the first close of its first growth fund, backed by EIF, Bpifrance, France 2030’s FNVI, BNP Paribas, and several family offices.
Support B2B companies where sustainability drives business performance
The firm was founded by four experienced professionals: Clément Buyse (PeopleDoc co-founder, France Digitale leader), Chloé Giard (former investor at IdInvest/Eurazeo, with exits including Onfido), Sébastien Léger (energy and climate specialist at McKinsey), and Renaud Visage (Eventbrite co-founder, Index Ventures alumnus). Collectively, they have completed over 150 deals.
Their goal is to support B2B companies grow by creating sustainability a driver of better business performance, like lower costs and stronger operations. They want to build Europe a leader in energy and recycling by supporting 15-20 scale-ups. The founders believe that technology alone is not enough: capital and expertise are also requireded for real industrial modify.
SlateVC invests in hardware, software, and AI companies working on energy transitions, low-carbon manufacturing, recycling, and climate resilience. They focus on businesses with proven technology and steady revenue, offering up to €15 million and leading Series A, B, and C rounds across Europe.
The VC has already invested in Fairmat, a French company creating recycled carbon fibre for cars and construction, co-leading a €61 million Series B. They also led a €12 million Series B funding round for Resourcify, a German AI platform for corporate waste management.
Unlike generalist VCs or funds that chase breakthrough innovations, SlateVC backs companies that have already displayn they can scale.
What’s next for SlateVC?
SlateVC plans to finish raising funds by backing 15 to 20 companies ready to expand globally in energy and recycling.
Looking ahead to 2026, SlateVC wants to grow the Paris team and scout even more deals across Europe. The huge goal is to prove that climate investments can deliver real returns, even when the VC market receives tough.
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