Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Investment Drector - Large Venture

Sofia Dahoune

Associate

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Nicolas Dufourcq

CEO

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Romain Fourcade

Investment Director

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Alessandro Gonella

Director

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund

Veronique Jacq

Head of Digital Venture team

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Olivier Martinez

Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Neel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Managing Director

Bruno Villeneuve

Associate

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Past deals in Energy Storage

Exoès

Venture Round in 2024
Exoès is a leading company in the field of CO2 and fuel reduction for transportation, utilizing its patented Rankine technology. The company focuses on designing, developing, and testing thermal management systems that convert waste heat from exhaust gases into electricity. This innovative approach applies to various vehicle types, including automobiles, heavyweights, and buses. By effectively recovering and converting exhaust gas losses into usable energy, Exoès enables companies to significantly reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, contributing to a more sustainable transportation sector.

Langa International

Venture Round in 2024
Langa International is an independent energy producer based in Lyon, France, focused on developing, building, and operating renewable energy facilities. The company specializes in various renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, hydroelectricity, energy storage, and green hydrogen. By designing and deploying innovative and efficient energy projects, Langa International aims to contribute to sustainable energy production globally.

Electra

Series B in 2024
Electra is an electric vehicle charging company that deploys and operates charging points for electric vehicles. It also provides an application where car owners can reserve a charging station and view the estimated charging time for the vehicle from the dedicated information dashboard. It allows electric car users to charge their vehicles quickly and reduce carbon emissions and pollution.

Lhyfe

Post in 2023
Lhyfe is a company based in Nantes, France, that specializes in the design, development, and operation of industrial sites for the production of green hydrogen using renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power. Founded in 2017, Lhyfe aims to provide substantial quantities of clean and affordable hydrogen, facilitating the transition of various industrial sectors and transportation towards a sustainable energy framework. The company focuses on two primary markets: heavy mobility, including trucks, buses, trains, and potentially maritime and air transport, as well as industrial applications, targeting industries such as chemistry, steel, and glass production. By integrating its production facilities with available renewable energy sources, Lhyfe ensures a minimal environmental footprint while addressing the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Elements

Venture Round in 2023
Elements is a company based in Montpellier, France, that specializes in the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects. It focuses on producing and supplying green electricity through various means, including wind farms, ground-based photovoltaic farms, and hydroelectric power plants. By offering decarbonized electricity, Elements aims to provide sustainable energy solutions that approach grid parity, thereby supporting the transition to a cleaner energy future.

Newheat

Venture Round in 2023
NewHeat specializes in the development and operation of solar heat plants that harness solar thermal technologies to produce thermal energy. The company is involved in the entire process, including financing, engineering, procurement, construction, and management of these plants. By employing solar thermal collectors, NewHeat effectively converts solar radiation into heat, which can be transferred to water, steam, or thermal oil. This innovative approach not only helps reduce energy costs for industries but also decreases reliance on fossil fuels, offering a reliable and purpose-fit energy solution tailored to meet various business requirements.

Injectpower

Grant in 2023
Injectpower creates energy storage technologies and micro-batteries for medical implants. Its small solid-state battery allows devices to function as sensors or actuators, collecting data continuously and autonomously for weeks without needing to be recharged. Their micro-batteries, which have been developed over 16 years and have 40 patents, are manufactured utilizing a verified semiconductor supply chain and have high reliability.

Mob-Energy

Series A in 2023
Mob-Energy is a privately held company founded in 2018 and based in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The company specializes in developing innovative mobile charging solutions for electric vehicles. Its autonomous charging robots are designed to optimize existing infrastructure by storing energy in second-life batteries installed in parking facilities. These robots can autonomously move to vehicles that request a charge, providing a convenient and efficient way for clients to power their parked cars. Through its technology, Mob-Energy aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of electric vehicle charging systems.

Anyos

Seed Round in 2023
Anyos is a manufacturing company specializing in the development, installation, and maintenance of charging stations for electric vehicles. The company focuses on providing comprehensive charging solutions, including the installation of digital charging systems and ongoing maintenance services. By offering a complete electric charging infrastructure, Anyos aims to support the growing demand for sustainable transportation options and facilitate the transition to electric mobility.

Atawey

Private Equity Round in 2023
ATAWEY, founded in 2012 by Jean-Michel Amaré and Pierre-Jean Bonnefond, specializes in designing and manufacturing autonomous energy solutions specifically for isolated sites. The company employs established French technologies to provide innovative and sustainable energy products tailored to the unique needs of each client. ATAWEY focuses on delivering turnkey power supply systems, including hydrogen refueling stations, which offer a clean and reliable alternative to traditional energy sources. By addressing the challenges of energy availability in remote locations, ATAWEY ensures that businesses can access green energy even in situations where batteries may be depleted and diesel options have a substantial carbon footprint. The company is committed to project management that emphasizes adaptability, reliability, and environmental responsibility, aiming for economic viability and quick returns on investment for its clients.

Verkor

Funding Round in 2022
Verkor is a manufacturer of battery cells dedicated to producing low-carbon batteries to meet the rising demand for electric vehicles. The company emphasizes the development of batteries that have a significantly smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional options, which not only reduces overall emissions but also lowers logistics costs. By utilizing carbon-free electricity in its production processes, Verkor aims to provide businesses with affordable battery solutions that align with sustainability goals.

Qair Innovation

Venture Round in 2022
Qair Innovation is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) that develops, builds, and operates renewable energy generation assets. With a portfolio totaling 860 MW, the company focuses on various forms of energy, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, and green hydrogen. Qair operates across multiple regions, including Africa, South-East Asia, South America, and Europe, tailoring its projects to align with both global and local strategies specific to each territory.

Collectif Énergie

Venture Round in 2022
Collectif Énergie is the partner of professional networks as part of their energy optimization. Real concern of today's companies both financially and ecologically, it is with the help of an energy referent that it is possible to optimize its energy budget. For us, the key is the collective approach: it is by coming together that we obtain a positive impact for each and everyone. We offer a turnkey energy management service for businesses. It promotes the action of professional networks with their members, by uniting companies around group purchases of energy in their image. We also have energy consumption optimization and monitoring services for members. - Purchase of electricity and gas online - We organize, in partnership with professional networks, group purchases two to three times a year. Pooling provides access to price conditions adapted to their business. - Collectif Énergie solutions - Thanks to a multidisciplinary team, Collectif Énergie adapts to the needs of each profession. More than 70 partners already trust Collectif Énergie. Individual brokerage services allow companies to buy their energy well throughout the year. Collectif Énergie also offers its members the opportunity to benefit from optimization services: tax reduction (CSPE or TICGN), bill optimization and energy consumption monitoring and auditing. Pooling provides access to price conditions adapted to their business. - Collectif Énergie solutions - Thanks to a multidisciplinary team, Collectif Énergie adapts to the needs of each profession. More than 70 partners already trust Collectif Énergie. Individual brokerage services allow companies to buy their energy well throughout the year. Collectif Énergie also offers its members the opportunity to benefit from optimization services: tax reduction (CSPE or TICGN), bill optimization and energy consumption monitoring and auditing. Pooling provides access to price conditions adapted to their business. - Collectif Énergie solutions - Thanks to a multidisciplinary team, Collectif Énergie adapts to the needs of each profession. More than 70 partners already trust Collectif Énergie. Individual brokerage services allow companies to buy their energy well throughout the year. Collectif Énergie also offers its members the opportunity to benefit from optimization services: tax reduction (CSPE or TICGN), bill optimization and energy consumption monitoring and auditing. More than 70 partners already trust Collectif Énergie. Individual brokerage services allow companies to buy their energy well throughout the year. Collectif Énergie also offers its members the opportunity to benefit from optimization services: tax reduction (CSPE or TICGN), bill optimization and energy consumption monitoring and auditing. More than 70 partners already trust Collectif Énergie. Individual brokerage services allow companies to buy their energy well throughout the year. Collectif Énergie also offers its members the opportunity to benefit from optimization services: tax reduction (CSPE or TICGN), bill optimization and energy consumption monitoring and auditing.

NAWA Technologies

Series C in 2022
NAWA Technologies focuses on developing innovative energy solutions through its Ultra Fast Carbon Battery Technology, which utilizes carbon as a primary material due to its abundance and accessibility. Established in April 2013, the company is dedicated to enhancing energy conversion, storage, and efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts through sustainable manufacturing processes. With over 15 years of research and development in nanomaterials, NAWA Technologies has built a pilot production line and employs a team of 24 professionals. Its products, including advanced ultracapacitors and battery electrodes, are designed to facilitate the integration of renewable energy into smart grids, promoting efficient electricity storage and reducing carbon emissions associated with fossil fuel usage.

Newheat

Venture Round in 2021
NewHeat specializes in the development and operation of solar heat plants that harness solar thermal technologies to produce thermal energy. The company is involved in the entire process, including financing, engineering, procurement, construction, and management of these plants. By employing solar thermal collectors, NewHeat effectively converts solar radiation into heat, which can be transferred to water, steam, or thermal oil. This innovative approach not only helps reduce energy costs for industries but also decreases reliance on fossil fuels, offering a reliable and purpose-fit energy solution tailored to meet various business requirements.

Solstyce

Venture Round in 2021
Solstyce is a Paris-based provider of energy transition and environmental innovation solutions. The company offers a wide range of services, including photovoltaic systems, electric mobility solutions, insulation, waterproofing, and carbon performance initiatives. By focusing on the evolving needs of clients, Solstyce serves as a comprehensive resource for environmental innovation. With a team of experts dedicated to developing advanced solutions, the company aids clients in optimizing energy usage, minimizing their carbon footprint, and enhancing the sustainability of their operations. Whether through the installation of rooftop solar panels, insulation services, or electric vehicle charging solutions, Solstyce delivers tailored approaches to meet the specific requirements of each client.

Sun'R

Venture Round in 2021
Sun'R is a Paris-based company focused on the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic energy production plants. The company manages a portfolio of 10 MWp rooftop-mounted photovoltaic plants and employs a diverse team of engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists. This team is dedicated to creating in-house operational and piloting capabilities, as well as optimization software and storage technologies tailored to meet specific environmental needs. Sun'R aims to contribute to sustainable energy solutions through its innovative approach to solar power generation.

McPhy Energy

Post in 2020
McPhy Energy S.A. is a French cleantech company based in La Motte, established in 2008. It specializes in developing and supplying equipment for hydrogen production, storage, and distribution, catering to the hydrogen energy, zero-emission mobility, and industrial hydrogen markets globally. The company's product portfolio includes alkaline electrolyzers that facilitate hydrogen production in various capacities, as well as innovative solid-state hydrogen storage solutions. Additionally, McPhy designs and manufactures hydrogen refueling stations and integrated hydrogen solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition towards sustainable energy systems.

NAWA Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
NAWA Technologies focuses on developing innovative energy solutions through its Ultra Fast Carbon Battery Technology, which utilizes carbon as a primary material due to its abundance and accessibility. Established in April 2013, the company is dedicated to enhancing energy conversion, storage, and efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts through sustainable manufacturing processes. With over 15 years of research and development in nanomaterials, NAWA Technologies has built a pilot production line and employs a team of 24 professionals. Its products, including advanced ultracapacitors and battery electrodes, are designed to facilitate the integration of renewable energy into smart grids, promoting efficient electricity storage and reducing carbon emissions associated with fossil fuel usage.

HSL Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
HSL Technologies specializes in innovative hydrogen transport and storage solutions, centered around a breakthrough product known as HydroSil. This technology allows hydrogen to be safely transported using conventional infrastructures, thereby minimizing risk. The company has designed a hydrogen-based liquid carrier that enables efficient charging and releasing of hydrogen, offering a stable, non-toxic, and non-explosive fuel alternative. This liquid carrier generates no emissions, making it an environmentally friendly option for various applications, including fuel cells that produce electricity for vehicles, generators, and portable devices. HSL Technologies is committed to driving the transition to a carbon-free future, positioning itself as a leader in the clean energy sector.

Entent

Venture Round in 2018
Entent is an electric power generation company based in Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, founded in 2018. The company focuses on helping businesses decarbonize their operations through innovative technology. Its flagship solution, PULSE, enhances low-temperature heat, ranging from 60 to 150°C, enabling sustainable energy agreements with partners. Additionally, Entent has developed a mace engine that generates electricity by recovering industrial heat. This engine works in conjunction with a unique power station that utilizes the freshness of rivers and low-depth geothermal energy to convert waste heat from industrial processes into electric power. Through these initiatives, Entent aims to promote sustainable energy practices and reduce the environmental impact of industrial activities.

Neoen

Funding Round in 2014
Neoen is an independent French energy company specializing in the development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy power plants. The company operates various types of facilities, including solar, wind, and biomass plants, and has a notable presence in France, Portugal, Australia, Mexico, Egypt, and El Salvador. As of the end of 2022, Neoen had an operational capacity of 5 GW, with a diverse portfolio comprising 54% solar energy, 35% onshore wind, and 11% utility-scale batteries. The company also engages in developing marine renewable energy projects in France and provides support to photovoltaic project developers and investors in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of solar power plants both domestically and internationally. Neoen's strategic focus on renewable energy underscores its commitment to sustainable power generation.
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