Demeter Investment Managers is a leading European firm specializing in venture capital, private equity, and infrastructure investments dedicated to the energy and ecological transition. With a team of 38 professionals based in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Madrid, and Düsseldorf, Demeter manages €1.3 billion in assets and has completed 230 investments over 17 years. The firm supports companies at all stages of development, from innovative startups to small and mid-cap enterprises, as well as infrastructure projects. Demeter is committed to responsible investment practices and is a signatory of initiatives such as the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), iC20, The Shift Project, and gender diversity initiatives including the France Invest gender equality charter, SISTA, and The Billion Dollar Fund for Women.
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Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B or later
First ticket size
€1,000,000 - €30,000,000
When approaching Demeter Investment Managers, founders should highlight scalable solutions that directly address pressing challenges in the energy and ecological transition. Demonstrate a clear path to measurable environmental impact and regulatory alignment, as well as a strong, execution-focused team with sector expertise. Articulate how your technology or business model can integrate with or complement existing infrastructure, and be prepared to discuss long-term sustainability metrics and partnerships that reinforce your market position.
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