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 Energy Efficiency

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.

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.

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.

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.

VelocityEHS

Private Equity Round in 2017
VelocityEHS is a developer of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) technology aimed at assisting global enterprises in achieving operational excellence. The company provides cloud-based solutions that simplify the management of complex EHS challenges, including health and safety compliance, environmental regulations, and training. Its offerings include tools for chemical and safety data sheet management, workplace incident reporting, and critical EHS information administration. Known for its rapid implementation process, VelocityEHS can have clients operational in just 2 to 4 weeks, making it a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional enterprise software systems. This approach enables organizations to effectively address their EHS needs while enhancing overall workplace safety and compliance.
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