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Equator is an impact venture capital firm founded to accelerate climate action in Sub-Saharan Africa. The firm focuses on low-carbon technologies and business model innovations, operating primarily in the energy, agriculture, and mobility sectors. It employs a thesis-led approach to identify scalable solutions that can drive significant change.
Equator invests in ventures committed to carbon mitigation and climate adaptation, specifically in energy, agriculture, and mobility. In the energy sector, the firm seeks technologies that enhance access to affordable and renewable energy. For agriculture, it looks for innovations that improve food system sustainability and farmer yields, while in mobility, it supports sustainable transport solutions.
Equator's portfolio includes notable companies such as a technology firm in Kenya assisting small-scale farmers, a digital platform measuring soil organic carbon, and a provider of affordable parametric insurance for farmers. Other investments include a logistics tech company optimizing goods movement, an all-in-one platform for distributed energy projects, a manufacturer of electric motorcycles and buses, solar-powered irrigation systems, and an IoT-enabled suite for energy companies.
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Equator often leads investment rounds, particularly in seed and Series A stages, to ensure alignment with their impact goals.
The firm is open to follow-on investments for portfolio companies that demonstrate significant growth and impact potential.
Equator's current fund size is not publicly disclosed, but it focuses on scalable ventures in its targeted sectors.
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