Energy & Environment Investment

Energy & Environment Investment, Inc. is a Tokyo-based impact investment firm founded in 2006, specializing in the clean technology sector. As Japan's first venture capital firm dedicated to this area, it aims to support promising ventures by providing both financial resources and strategic guidance. The firm is comprised of experienced professionals who have a strong background in founding and managing companies within the venture capital landscape. By focusing on the environment and energy sectors, Energy & Environment Investment seeks to foster innovation and sustainable practices in clean technology, contributing to the broader goals of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.

Taiki Hino

Principal

Kenyu Hosoya

Managing Director and Member of the Board

Shuichiro Kawamura

President, CEO and Founder

Takahiro Kobayashi

Managing Director

Kengo Nakamura

Managing Director

Past deals in Railways

Echandia

Venture Round in 2025
Echandia specializes in developing advanced energy storage solutions and battery systems specifically for maritime transportation, shipping, and other heavy-duty applications. The company's product lineup includes LTO Battery Systems that utilize Lithium-Titanate-Oxide technology, known for their exceptional safety, rapid charging capabilities—fully charged in approximately 10 minutes—and an impressive lifespan exceeding 30,000 cycles. Additionally, Echandia offers the Echandia Energy system, an air-cooled lithium-ion battery designed for long-term maritime use, ensuring both safe and efficient operation. Furthermore, the Echandia Power system is engineered for hybrid applications, providing high power output for short durations, typically lasting five minutes or less per cycle. Through these innovative solutions, Echandia aims to promote zero-emission energy use in maritime, rail, and wind power sectors, enabling clients to adopt sustainable energy assets in their operations.
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