LET’S NOT BE MINDLESS. THE WORLD’S CARBON BUDGET IS FINITE.

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AND IT’S RUNNING OUT FAST

Every year, the world adds 51 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions. Decarbonizing our climate is one of the most difficult challenges humankind has ever faced. We need to get to net-zero. Fast.

We believe that technology is the most powerful and impactful tool in solving the net-zero challenge. That is why Contrarian Ventures backs talented entrepreneurs working on the most difficult problem – climate change. We invest early, we invest with conviction and we provide resources needed for fast growth. We are here to venture with you.

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Annual GHG emissions:

51 GT

Share of total GHG emissions that we address:

77%

Annual climate tech investments of total VC:

14%

Companies
backed:

24

Founders backed:

61

STRAIGHT TALKER

We are always straightforward, succinct and to the point with everyone. The time we have to reduce climate change is limited and we cannot allow ourselves to waste it on sugar-coating. This manner empowers us to make better and quicker decisions.

BRIDGING THE GAP

Our investment approach is focused on active, hands-on work that benefits entrepreneurs. We are resourceful and provide a process-driven approach, be it operations, business development, or fundraising. It is something that works well for companies beginning to find their traction and that need a partner to support growth.

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WE HELP TO CONSTRUCT COMPANIES

Capital to fuel your business

Hands-on support and community

A top-tier investor network

Aligned interest to reduce CO2 emissions

CONTRARIAN VENTURES FAMILY

28

Companies

11

Countries

72

Founders

PVcase

PVcase

Lithuania
H2Pro

H2Pro

Israel
Zoomo

Zoomo

UK
PVcase

PVcase

Lithuania
H2Pro

H2Pro

Israel
Zoomo

Zoomo

UK
Metafuels

Metafuels

Switzerland
42watt

42watt

Germany
Delfos

Delfos

Spain
Decade

Decade

France

TEAM

Venture industry is filled with constantly evolving challenges. We have built a team of bold investors and seasoned entrepreneurs who bring a process-driven approach to tackle these challenges together with entrepreneurs moving us closer to a net-zero planet.

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Hmmm…
The stars don’t seem to be aligned for our cooperation at this point. Here’s why:
We invest in European start-ups, but at the core, we back entrepreneurs.

But wait!!! If you think that this is not right and we should really take a look at your pitch deck, just go ahead and upload it here. We’ll get back to you.

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