Fund profile

Lowercarbon Capital

New York, United States

Leading

About

Lowercarbon Capital, founded in 2018 by Chris and Crystal Sacca, is a venture capital firm dedicated to combating climate change through investments in innovative technologies. Based in Jackson, Wyoming, the firm focuses on backing companies that reduce CO2 emissions, remove existing carbon from the atmosphere, and develop solutions to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Notable investments include Lilac Solutions, which is revolutionizing lithium extraction; Solugen, which produces chemicals using enzymes instead of oil; Commonwealth Fusion Systems, working on fusion energy; and Mosa Meat, creating lab-grown meat to reduce livestock emissions. Lowercarbon Capital has invested in over 160 companies, aiming to combine hard science with ambitious goals to tackle climate challenges. The firm’s strategy emphasizes both financial returns and environmental impact, supporting startups from the R&D stage to seed funding with checks ranging from $50,000 to $1 million. Their comprehensive approach includes not only capital but also strategic guidance and support for founders through a robust ecosystem of industry experts and fellow entrepreneurs​. Led by a team of experienced investors and scientists, including managing partner Chris Sacca, Lowercarbon Capital is positioned at the forefront of climate tech innovation, making significant strides in various sectors such as energy, agriculture, and industrial materials.

Details

Highlights

$2M

Historical average check

$150M

Historical max check

February 2025

Last investment date

151

Investments

Food & Beverage

Pharma

Natural Resources

Biotech

Hardware. Robotics & IoT

Energy & Utilities

Fintech & Financial services

Real Estate & Proptech

Social media

CleanTech & Sustainability

Software & Apps

AI & Deep Tech

Agritech & Farming

Consumer Goods & Electronics

Legal & Professional services

Transportation & Mobility

Other

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