TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies, formerly known as Total, is a multinational energy company headquartered in France. With operations in over 130 countries and a workforce of approximately 93,000 employees, the company is involved in every aspect of the energy industry. TotalEnergies explores for, produces, and markets oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables, and electricity. It also has a significant presence in chemicals. The company is committed to diversifying its energy sources to meet growing demand and is actively investing in renewable energy projects, such as solar and biofuels. TotalEnergies Ventures, the company's venture capital arm, focuses on funding and fostering start-ups that contribute to a low carbon future, with interests including renewables, energy storage, and the circular economy.

Edouard Bulteau

Principal

Cindi Choi

Managing Director

Girish Nadkarni

President

Florian Temime

VC Principal - Impact and Climate

Ademidun Edosomwan

Managing Director, Emerging Markets

Past deals in Solar Energy

VSB Group

Acquisition in 2024
VSB Holding GmbH is a renewable energy company based in Dresden, Germany, specializing in the development and installation of wind farms and solar photovoltaic power plants. Founded in 1996, the company offers a range of project development services, including wind and solar energy projects, project acquisitions, storage solutions, and repowering services. In addition to development, VSB Holding provides comprehensive energy farm management services, encompassing planning, construction, operational management, maintenance, and dismantling. The company has expanded its presence across Europe, with offices in multiple countries including France, Poland, Romania, Finland, Italy, Ireland, Greece, Croatia, and Tunisia. Formerly known as WSB Neue Energien GmbH, the company rebranded to VSB Holding GmbH in September 2016.

Waste2light

Grant in 2024
We design and manufacture 3D-printed wind- Solar turbines, specifically tailored for off-grid rural communities, estates, and industrial areas in Nigeria. By using recycled materials, we create cost-efficient and environmentally sustainable energy solutions that are easy to deploy and scalable.

TotalEnergies & Adani Green Energy - Joint Venture

Corporate Round in 2024
TotalEnergies & Adani Green Energy - Joint Venture formed to produce solar power.

Xlinks

Corporate Round in 2023
Xlinks is a UK-based company focused on developing renewable energy generation projects, primarily solar and wind farms. Its mission is to facilitate the transition towards low-carbon economies by providing sustainable energy solutions, thereby assisting clients in reducing their carbon footprint and achieving net-zero emission targets.

Total Eren

Acquisition in 2023
Total Eren is an independent power producer specializing in the development, financing, investment, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects worldwide. The company focuses on solar, hydro, and wind energy, aiming to meet the growing demand for sustainable power. With a gross capacity of 3,500 megawatts in operation or under construction, Total Eren is actively engaged in various regions, including Europe, Central and South Asia, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Africa. By targeting markets where renewable energy presents a viable solution, Total Eren contributes to the global transition towards sustainable energy sources.

Clearway Energy Group

Secondary Market in 2022
Clearway Energy Group is a renewable development company that specializes in clean energy solutions, primarily through the development and operation of utility-scale wind and solar assets, as well as energy storage projects. The company manages a diverse portfolio of over 8 gigatonnes of both renewable and conventional energy assets across the United States. By focusing on the development of new renewable energy projects, Clearway Energy Group aims to create a robust pipeline for future growth. Currently, its operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets, totaling 6.9 gigatonnes, contribute to significant carbon offsetting, equivalent to more than 10.5 million metric tons of carbon emissions annually. This commitment enables businesses, government entities, and community solar subscribers to access low-cost, clean power solutions.

Zola Electric

Venture Round in 2021
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

LevelTen Energy

Series C in 2021
LevelTen Energy is a Seattle-based company that operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace platform. Founded in 2016, it facilitates connections between corporate and industrial power buyers and utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. The platform enables these buyers to access power purchase agreements (PPAs), providing financial security through fixed-price renewables and the economic advantages of large-scale projects. LevelTen Energy equips renewable energy buyers, advisors, and sellers with tools and services to expedite better deals.

Freyr Energy

Venture Round in 2021
Freyr Energy is a full-service solar company based in Andhra Pradesh, India, founded in 2014 by Saurabh Marda and Radhika Choudary. The company specializes in providing solar energy-based technologies that aim to make solar energy simple, accessible, and affordable for a wide range of clients. Freyr Energy offers a diverse array of products and services, including smart solar rooftops, solar pumps, petrol pumps, and micro grids. Additionally, the company provides comprehensive solutions encompassing solar system design, installation, energy generation tracking, and troubleshooting, which help clients effectively reduce electricity costs and enhance profitability while facilitating quick access to solar energy.

Solstice

Venture Round in 2021
Solstice is a company dedicated to making renewable energy accessible to all Americans through community-shared solar power. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solstice provides comprehensive customer solutions for shared solar, including subscriber aggregation and management services aimed at solar developers, utilities, and other providers. By employing community organizing techniques along with its innovative online marketplace, Solstice aggregates consumer demand to facilitate the deployment of community solar projects. This approach enables renters and homeowners with non-optimal roofs to participate in solar energy, allowing them to save on utility bills without upfront costs. Solstice is driven by a commitment to energy equity, striving to ensure that affordable renewable energy is available to every household, regardless of income or credit status. The company has been recognized with multiple awards for its contributions to clean energy and entrepreneurship.

Promethean Power Systems

Series B in 2020
Promethean Power Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing refrigeration systems tailored for cold-storage and milk chilling applications, particularly in off-grid and partially electrified regions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, with an office in Pune, India, the company provides a range of products including milk chillers, cold storage units, solar add-ons, and smart monitoring solutions. Its innovative systems are aimed at dairy processors and individual farmers, helping them to reduce spoilage and enhance the quality of milk collected from rural areas. By enabling the preservation of milk at the village level, Promethean's technology not only lowers transportation costs for processors but also increases farmer incomes. The refrigeration systems are designed to operate on grid power and are equipped with a generator backup, with plans to incorporate thermal battery storage for greater efficiency in the future.

LevelTen Energy

Series B in 2019
LevelTen Energy is a Seattle-based company that operates a renewable energy transaction marketplace platform. Founded in 2016, it facilitates connections between corporate and industrial power buyers and utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. The platform enables these buyers to access power purchase agreements (PPAs), providing financial security through fixed-price renewables and the economic advantages of large-scale projects. LevelTen Energy equips renewable energy buyers, advisors, and sellers with tools and services to expedite better deals.

Otonohm

Venture Round in 2019
They design nomad energy solutions (like backpack) for recharging all connected mobile devices (laptop, cameras, smartphones, speakers, fans, coolers, etc .....) in 5, 12 and 230 v. The batteries being recharged with photovoltaic solutions (also on wall sockets!). They also have plans for clean energy solutions for camping, for hiking. They develop innovative solutions for "e.mobilité" / kickscooters, bikes, skates, etc ...

PEG

Series C in 2019
PEG is an asset financing company based in Accra, Ghana, that specializes in providing affordable solar energy solutions to off-grid households in West Africa. Founded in 2013 by Hugh Whalan and Nate Heller, PEG offers a Pay As You Go financing model that enables customers to acquire solar home systems, which enhance their quality of life by providing reliable lighting, mobile phone charging, and access to appliances like radios and televisions. By facilitating the transition from traditional, polluting fuels such as kerosene to sustainable solar energy, PEG empowers its customers to invest in clean technology while reducing their ongoing energy costs. The company's operations extend to countries including Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal, where it addresses the energy needs of underserved communities.

PEG

Series C in 2019
PEG is an asset financing company based in Accra, Ghana, that specializes in providing affordable solar energy solutions to off-grid households in West Africa. Founded in 2013 by Hugh Whalan and Nate Heller, PEG offers a Pay As You Go financing model that enables customers to acquire solar home systems, which enhance their quality of life by providing reliable lighting, mobile phone charging, and access to appliances like radios and televisions. By facilitating the transition from traditional, polluting fuels such as kerosene to sustainable solar energy, PEG empowers its customers to invest in clean technology while reducing their ongoing energy costs. The company's operations extend to countries including Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal, where it addresses the energy needs of underserved communities.

Zola Electric

Series D in 2018
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

Sunverge

Series C in 2016
Sunverge Energy Inc. is a company that develops and operates a cloud-based platform for the aggregation and management of distributed energy resources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fortitude Valley, Australia, Sunverge offers solutions such as the Sunverge Solar Integration System (SIS) Release 1.2, which facilitates the distribution of renewable energy generation and storage. The company also provides the Sunverge SISport load management software, designed to optimize residential energy use by managing peak load demands. Sunverge serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, small and medium-sized businesses, utilities, and electricity regulators. The company has established strategic partnerships with industry leaders like LG Electronics and Eaton to enhance its service offerings.

Zola Electric

Venture Round in 2016
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

Sunverge

Series B in 2014
Sunverge Energy Inc. is a company that develops and operates a cloud-based platform for the aggregation and management of distributed energy resources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fortitude Valley, Australia, Sunverge offers solutions such as the Sunverge Solar Integration System (SIS) Release 1.2, which facilitates the distribution of renewable energy generation and storage. The company also provides the Sunverge SISport load management software, designed to optimize residential energy use by managing peak load demands. Sunverge serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, small and medium-sized businesses, utilities, and electricity regulators. The company has established strategic partnerships with industry leaders like LG Electronics and Eaton to enhance its service offerings.

Wattmobile

Venture Round in 2014
Wattmobile specializes in providing electric mobility solutions tailored for professionals who travel frequently. The company offers efficient, cost-effective, and eco-friendly options for both national and local travel. Wattmobile operates as an electric vehicle rental service, offering electric scooters and cars to individuals. Notably, they have established their first scooter rental station in Marseille. In collaboration with the SNCF, Wattmobile provides self-service fleets of two and four-wheeled urban electric vehicles at major French railway stations, facilitating the last-mile travel between stations and destinations for business travelers.

SunPower

Acquisition in 2011
SunPower is a leading company in the solar energy sector, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. The company’s solar cells and panels produce higher energy output compared to conventional technologies, featuring a distinctive all-black aesthetic. SunPower operates from its corporate headquarters in Athens, Ohio, and focuses on innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. In addition to solar solutions, the company is involved in contract research and development and intellectual property licensing, emphasizing its commitment to advancing clean energy technologies.
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