CPP Investments

CPP Investments, established in 1997, is a professional investment management organization based in Toronto, Canada. Its primary mandate is to invest the assets of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to ensure its long-term viability and maximize returns for contributors and beneficiaries. The organization manages funds not immediately required for pension, disability, and survivor benefits, thus helping to provide financial security for approximately 18 million Canadians in retirement. The investment portfolio is diversified across various asset classes, including public and private equities, real estate, infrastructure, government bonds, and credit. CPP Investments was established in response to demographic shifts that threatened the sustainability of the CPP, and it operates with a commitment to manage these funds prudently and effectively.

Robert Astley

Chairman, Investment Committee and Governance Committee

Rahul Bhalodia

Principal, Sustainable Energies

Maximilian Biagosch

Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Real Assets

Tania Sztamfater Chocolat

Managing Director and Head of São Paulo Office, Head of Active Equities Latin America

Conor Clifford Ph.D

Principal

David Colla

Managing Director

Avik Dey

Managing Director, Head of Energy and Resources, Real Assets

Derek Jackson

Managing Director

Andrea Jeffery

Managing Director, Head of Board Secretariat and Associate Corporate Secretary

Manroop Jhooty

Senior Managing Director and Head of Total Fund Management

Pascal Keutgens

Managing Director

Arielle Lynn

Associate, Growth Equity

Deborah Orida

Head of Asia Private Equity

Bill Rogers

Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainable Energies

Paul Sinibaldi

Managing Director and Head of Technology Infrastructure

Dushy Sivanithy

Senior Principal - Funds, Managing Director and Head of Secondaries

Heather Tobin

Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Capital Markets and Factor Investing

Judy Wade

Managing Director and Head of Strategy Execution and Relationship Management

Kristopher Weiner

Head of New York Office, Managing Director and Global Leadership Team

Past deals in CleanTech

Mainspring

Series E in 2022
EtaGen, Inc. provides power generation services. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Turntide

Venture Round in 2022
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.

Renewable Power Capital

Private Equity Round in 2022
Operator of a renewable energy investment platform based in London, England. The company invests in the development, construction, and long-term ownership of solar, onshore wind, and battery storage projects, enabling the energy transition and driving stable long-term, risk-adjusted returns.

Hydrostor

Debt Financing in 2022
Hydrostor Inc. is a company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology that addresses the growing demand for reliable and sustainable electricity solutions. Founded in 2010, Hydrostor's innovative approach allows for the conversion of electrical energy into compressed air, which can be stored and later converted back into energy during peak demand periods. This technology is designed to facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources, optimize grid operations, and provide essential services such as dispatchable capacity and transmission deferral. Hydrostor's solutions are applicable in various contexts, including repurposing retired fossil fuel plants and serving large industrial operations and mining facilities. The company operates primarily in the United States, Australia, and Canada and collaborates with leading engineering and construction providers to deliver comprehensive energy storage solutions.

Renewable Power Capital

Private Equity Round in 2022
Operator of a renewable energy investment platform based in London, England. The company invests in the development, construction, and long-term ownership of solar, onshore wind, and battery storage projects, enabling the energy transition and driving stable long-term, risk-adjusted returns.

Project Canary

Series B in 2022
The Project Canary solution is more than just sensors in the field, it is a comprehensive environmental information platform. This platform provides operators the actionable and reliable data they need to demonstrate responsible resource development, minimize risk, and prove they are a good neighbor.

Carbon America

Series A in 2021
Carbon America transforms the carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) industry by lowering costs and rapidly increasing deployment. Carbon America is a carbon capture and sequestration developer. It is vertically integrated, nimble, and built to scale, with a multi-strategy approach to capture and sequester carbon dioxide faster, cheaper, and smarter than the competition. To achieve this, Carbon America has built a team combining world-class engineers, developers, and financiers into a vertically integrated CCS company.

Octopus Energy

Funding Round in 2021
Octopus Energy builds technology that reduces the cost of energy, improves customer experience, and paves the way to a cheaper, greener, smarter grid. The company provides an easy, affordable energy option for Great Britain's businesses. It was established in 2015 as a subsidiary of Octopus Group, a British asset management company.

Redwood Materials

Series C in 2021
Redwood Materials, Inc. is a recycling and materials processing company based in Carson City, Nevada, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing sustainable methods for recycling various metals and materials, particularly from batteries and electronics, to support circular supply chains. Its focus includes lithium, nickel, copper, gold, silver, cobalt, and other critical elements used in electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and consumer electronics. By providing environmentally sound recycling solutions, Redwood Materials aims to address the increasing demand for battery end-of-life management as the number of electric vehicles rises globally. The company's innovative technology not only recycles waste but also generates essential raw materials, enabling manufacturers to create sustainable products and significantly contributing to the transition towards a circular economy.

Turntide

Convertible Note in 2021
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed an efficient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the 25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in San Francisco; Arlington, Washington; and Kennesaw, Georgia. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs.

Clir Renewables

Series B in 2021
Clir Renewables Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based software for renewable energy asset management and reporting. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with an office in Glasgow, United Kingdom, Clir's software-as-a-service platform aims to enhance the performance and profitability of renewable energy plants. By integrating advanced artificial intelligence with deep domain expertise, the platform assists asset managers and owners in optimizing annual energy production, monitoring asset health, and managing both financial and technical risks.

Solidia

Venture Round in 2021
Solidia Technologies enables next generation products that offer superior performance while significantly minimizing environmental impact. Solidia is an advanced materials company, focusing on developing scalable solutions for the world of building and construction materials. Their technology enables the design of next generation products made by low energy processes that utilize waste materials and consume CO2. The products offer superior performance and value when compared to cement, concrete and stone while significantly minimizing environmental impact.

Sila

Series F in 2021
Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. specializes in developing advanced materials for batteries that enhance energy density. The company serves various sectors, including automotive, consumer electronics, electric utilities, and aerospace, by providing innovative battery materials chemistry. Founded in 2011 and based in Alameda, California, Sila collaborates closely with leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to support their product development timelines and partners with battery manufacturers to facilitate commercial cell production.

Renewable Power Capital

Private Equity Round in 2021
Operator of a renewable energy investment platform based in London, England. The company invests in the development, construction, and long-term ownership of solar, onshore wind, and battery storage projects, enabling the energy transition and driving stable long-term, risk-adjusted returns.

ChargePoint

Series H in 2020
ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.

Sila

Series E in 2019
Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. specializes in developing advanced materials for batteries that enhance energy density. The company serves various sectors, including automotive, consumer electronics, electric utilities, and aerospace, by providing innovative battery materials chemistry. Founded in 2011 and based in Alameda, California, Sila collaborates closely with leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to support their product development timelines and partners with battery manufacturers to facilitate commercial cell production.

Aligned

Debt Financing in 2019
Aligned Energy, LLC is a Texas-based infrastructure technology company that specializes in modular data centers and mechanical cooling systems. Founded in 2013, Aligned offers adaptable colocation and build-to-scale solutions primarily for cloud, enterprise, and managed service providers. The company’s intelligent infrastructure allows for densification and vertical growth within existing footprints, enabling clients to scale operations without disruption. Aligned's data center solutions are designed to enhance sustainability and reliability while improving overall efficiency by reducing energy, water, and space requirements. Their patented cooling technology and pay-for-use model provide clients with on-demand access to computing and storage, ensuring that capacity, performance, and reliability are effectively aligned with business needs.

ChargePoint

Series H in 2018
ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.

Techem

Private Equity Round in 2018
Techem GmbH is a prominent energy service provider based in Eschborn, Germany, catering to the real estate sector and private homeowners both domestically and internationally. Established in 1952, the company specializes in metering and billing services for energy and water consumption, alongside device sales, rentals, and maintenance. Techem also offers energy contracting services that encompass the delivery of heat, cooling, and light, as well as the planning, financing, and operation of energy systems. Additionally, the company provides a range of online services for billing, data archiving, and consumption monitoring, which includes detailed analyses of building and unit histories. With a presence in over 20 countries, Techem is committed to enhancing awareness of energy and water usage, helping clients effectively reduce costs associated with these utilities.

Tech Data

Post in 2017
Tech Data Corporation is a technology product distributor that offers a wide range of items including notebooks, desktops, displays, networking products, data center solutions, printers, and software. Established in 1974 and headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, the company serves as an intermediary in the technology supply chain, connecting technology vendors with value-added resellers, direct marketers, retailers, and corporate resellers across North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Tech Data's extensive product portfolio also includes consumer electronics, office supplies, health and beauty products, and outdoor gear, among others. In addition to distribution, the company provides support services, training, and certification, as well as online sales. With multiple offices and logistics centers strategically located throughout the U.S. and Canada, Tech Data effectively meets the diverse technology needs of end users, including businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies.
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