Capella Partners

Capella Partners, also known as Capella Energy Transition Investors, is a venture capital firm focused on driving the global shift towards clean and sustainable energy. Established in 2016, Capella partners with family offices, corporate investors, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals to facilitate early-stage and growth equity investments in technologies that support the energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable power. Capella's investment strategy is rooted in deep-tech startups that offer innovative solutions in clean energy. The firm's approach involves rigorous due diligence, tailored investment strategies, and active participation in the growth of its portfolio companies. They invest in a range of stages from seed to pre-IPO and collaborate closely with established operators to maximize the impact of their investments​. The leadership team at Capella is comprised of experienced professionals, including Managing Partners Romi Kadri and Jourdan Urbach, who bring extensive backgrounds in technology, venture capital, and strategic innovation. The firm is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, with an affiliate office in New York. Capella has facilitated over $100 million in investments into ESG-oriented technology companies, which collectively hold a valuation exceeding $8 billion. The firm's portfolio includes ventures in hydrogen technologies, energy storage, carbon capture, and other new energy systems, underscoring its commitment to advancing sustainable and reliable energy solutions.