World-changing technology begins at RoundZero

MISSION

We invest in founders powering the green industrial revolution

The RoundZero fund is an early-stage venture capital fund focused on investing in innovative technologies that have the potential to deliver significant environmental benefits. The fund targets startups that are developing scalable, market-ready solutions with high potential for adoption, aiming to create both financial returns and measurable positive impact on the environment.

CHALLENGE

75% of the clean technologies we need to reach our mid century climate goals are still in early stages of R&D.

These climate technologies have the potential

to solve for some of our greatest challenges related to food, water and energy yet 90% fail to make it to market due to lack of capital.

OPPORTUNITY

$27B

The global market for green tech

$27B

Total funding from IRA, Chips, and Jobs Act.

$2 Trillion

Total investment in green-technology in 2024

40%

Fortune 500 companies have net zero goals

HOW WE DO IT

Sourcing

We partner with a vast network of national labs, universities, and early-stage accelerators to identify founders that share our vision of a cleaner tomorrow.

Screening

In addition to traditional pre-seed screening, we look at several additional data point to identify companies that have high potential for environmental impact as well as market adoption. This includes but is not limited to scientific merit review, Techo-economic analysis, and peer-reviewed research

Support

RoundZero supports the world’s leading impact accelerators and has deep experience advising and mentoring deep-tech impact startups.

OUR TEAM

Our team is driven by a shared commitment to solving the world’s most pressing challenges through innovation. At RoundZero we are passionate about driving climate innovation through strategic investment and mentorship.