Rubio Impact Ventures

Rubio Impact Ventures is an Amsterdam-based venture capital firm focused on impact-driven investments in the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it targets early and growth-stage opportunities across sectors including healthcare, information technology, artificial intelligence, energy, financial services, education technology, food technology, climate technology, agriculture technology, and both consumer and business-to-business models. The firm typically makes equity investments between €0.5 million and €8 million and emphasizes ventures that deliver measurable social and environmental benefits, such as improvements in nutrition, education and employment opportunities, and sustainable development within Dutch markets.

Tijl Hoefnagels

Venture Partner

Warner Philips

Partner

Eske Scavenius

Investment Director

Helmer Schukken

Managing Partner

Willemijn Verloop

Co-Founder and Partner

Past deals in Sustainability

Vytal

Venture Round in 2025
Vytal provides software‑enabled reusable packaging solutions that replace single‑use containers in the food and beverage sector. The company offers a reusable container system coupled with container‑management software to support sustainable takeaway and delivery operations. Its platform operates on a pay‑per‑use model that is cheaper than disposable alternatives, allowing restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens and event organisers to borrow containers for free and return them at designated locations or through delivery services. By enabling convenient borrowing and returning, Vytal maximises both economic and ecological value while reducing packaging waste.

Sympower

Series B in 2024
Sympower provides software-enabled flexibility services to support a renewable, stable electricity grid. Working with leading industry players, it aggregates appliances and industrial assets and uses automated, non-intrusive software to shift energy usage to cheaper hours and to balance supply and demand in real time. The company helps customers unlock new revenue streams and maximise the value of their energy assets by enabling flexible operation across energy markets, enhancing grid reliability and accelerating the transition to a fully renewable system.

RIFT

Series A in 2024
RIFT is a startup on a mission towards a sustainable future that is powered by clean and renewable energy.

NOVAMEAT

Series A in 2024
NOVAMEAT develops plant-based meat substitutes using proprietary micro-extrusion technology. Their products aim to replicate the texture, appearance, taste, and nutritional properties of animal meat, promoting a sustainable and efficient food supply system.

Solasta Bio

Series A in 2024
Solasta Bio develops environmentally friendly biological pesticides and insect control products. Its portfolio includes neuropeptide-based solutions that effectively manage resistant pests, enabling farmers to enhance crop production sustainably.

NoPalm-Ingredients

Seed Round in 2024
NoPalm Ingredients specializes in the production of sustainable microbial oils that serve as alternatives to palm and other tropical oils in the food and cosmetics industries. By utilizing fermentation technology, the company aims to eliminate the reliance on palm oil, addressing environmental concerns associated with its production. NoPalm Ingredients provides eco-friendly solutions that contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and promote decarbonization throughout the value chain. This approach not only helps protect forests and wildlife but also supports healthier options for consumers and benefits local populations.

Vytal

Venture Round in 2024
Vytal provides software‑enabled reusable packaging solutions that replace single‑use containers in the food and beverage sector. The company offers a reusable container system coupled with container‑management software to support sustainable takeaway and delivery operations. Its platform operates on a pay‑per‑use model that is cheaper than disposable alternatives, allowing restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens and event organisers to borrow containers for free and return them at designated locations or through delivery services. By enabling convenient borrowing and returning, Vytal maximises both economic and ecological value while reducing packaging waste.

Renewaball

Series A in 2024
Renewaball is a manufacturer specializing in sustainable tennis and padel balls. It addresses environmental concerns by recycling used balls, separating them into felt and rubber components, and repurposing these materials to produce new, eco-friendly balls. This circular business model reduces waste and pollution, combating the environmental impact of traditional, nylon-based balls.

Solasta Bio

Seed Round in 2023
Solasta Bio develops environmentally friendly biological pesticides and insect control products. Its portfolio includes neuropeptide-based solutions that effectively manage resistant pests, enabling farmers to enhance crop production sustainably.

Sympower

Series B in 2022
Sympower provides software-enabled flexibility services to support a renewable, stable electricity grid. Working with leading industry players, it aggregates appliances and industrial assets and uses automated, non-intrusive software to shift energy usage to cheaper hours and to balance supply and demand in real time. The company helps customers unlock new revenue streams and maximise the value of their energy assets by enabling flexible operation across energy markets, enhancing grid reliability and accelerating the transition to a fully renewable system.

RIFT

Seed Round in 2022
RIFT is a startup on a mission towards a sustainable future that is powered by clean and renewable energy.

Sympower

Venture Round in 2022
Sympower provides software-enabled flexibility services to support a renewable, stable electricity grid. Working with leading industry players, it aggregates appliances and industrial assets and uses automated, non-intrusive software to shift energy usage to cheaper hours and to balance supply and demand in real time. The company helps customers unlock new revenue streams and maximise the value of their energy assets by enabling flexible operation across energy markets, enhancing grid reliability and accelerating the transition to a fully renewable system.

Vytal

Series A in 2022
Vytal provides software‑enabled reusable packaging solutions that replace single‑use containers in the food and beverage sector. The company offers a reusable container system coupled with container‑management software to support sustainable takeaway and delivery operations. Its platform operates on a pay‑per‑use model that is cheaper than disposable alternatives, allowing restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens and event organisers to borrow containers for free and return them at designated locations or through delivery services. By enabling convenient borrowing and returning, Vytal maximises both economic and ecological value while reducing packaging waste.

NOVAMEAT

Seed Round in 2022
NOVAMEAT develops plant-based meat substitutes using proprietary micro-extrusion technology. Their products aim to replicate the texture, appearance, taste, and nutritional properties of animal meat, promoting a sustainable and efficient food supply system.

Arborea

Seed Round in 2021
Arborea Ltd. is a biochemical technology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2015 by CEO Julian Melchiorri. The company specializes in developing innovative bio-based products utilizing carbon bio-converter cell technology, particularly focusing on urban environments and wastewater treatment. Arborea has created the BioSolar Leaf system, a tiling solution that mimics the natural processes of photosynthesis, enabling the growth of microscopic plants to produce healthy food ingredients. This system sequesters carbon dioxide, generates breathable oxygen, and purifies the air, thereby addressing environmental concerns while enhancing food production. By offering a scalable and cost-effective platform, Arborea aims to make sustainable and nutritious food accessible to all, significantly reducing the costs associated with traditional fermentation methods. Through its unique approach, the company is committed to harmonizing food production with ecological sustainability.

Sympower

Series B in 2021
Sympower provides software-enabled flexibility services to support a renewable, stable electricity grid. Working with leading industry players, it aggregates appliances and industrial assets and uses automated, non-intrusive software to shift energy usage to cheaper hours and to balance supply and demand in real time. The company helps customers unlock new revenue streams and maximise the value of their energy assets by enabling flexible operation across energy markets, enhancing grid reliability and accelerating the transition to a fully renewable system.

The Renewal Workshop

Series A in 2021
The Renewal Workshop Inc. is a company based in Cascade Locks, Oregon, that specializes in manufacturing renewed apparel and upcycled materials from discarded textiles. Founded in 2014, it partners with well-known brands and retailers to transform unsellable returns and excess inventory into a range of products, including jackets, sweatshirts, pants, and swimwear, as well as accessories like luggage packs and gift cards. By integrating resale and renewal services, the company aims to reduce waste in the fashion industry and promote sustainable practices. Through its initiatives, The Renewal Workshop enables clothing brands to enhance their revenue while minimizing their environmental footprint. Its products are available for purchase both online and in physical stores.

Mosa Meat

Series B in 2020
Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.

The Renewal Workshop

Series A in 2019
The Renewal Workshop Inc. is a company based in Cascade Locks, Oregon, that specializes in manufacturing renewed apparel and upcycled materials from discarded textiles. Founded in 2014, it partners with well-known brands and retailers to transform unsellable returns and excess inventory into a range of products, including jackets, sweatshirts, pants, and swimwear, as well as accessories like luggage packs and gift cards. By integrating resale and renewal services, the company aims to reduce waste in the fashion industry and promote sustainable practices. Through its initiatives, The Renewal Workshop enables clothing brands to enhance their revenue while minimizing their environmental footprint. Its products are available for purchase both online and in physical stores.

Sympower

Series A in 2019
Sympower provides software-enabled flexibility services to support a renewable, stable electricity grid. Working with leading industry players, it aggregates appliances and industrial assets and uses automated, non-intrusive software to shift energy usage to cheaper hours and to balance supply and demand in real time. The company helps customers unlock new revenue streams and maximise the value of their energy assets by enabling flexible operation across energy markets, enhancing grid reliability and accelerating the transition to a fully renewable system.

GoodFuels

Venture Round in 2018
GoodFuels is a leading provider of sustainable low carbon marine and road fuels, operating under the GoodFuels Marine and GoodFuels Road & Rail brands. The company specializes in supplying synthetic diesel, specifically Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), produced from sustainable feedstock. This innovative fuel incorporates hydrogen, resulting in pure hydrocarbons that offer superior performance compared to conventional biodiesel. GoodFuels aims to enhance the efficiency of marine, road, and rail transport while significantly reducing local emissions, particularly when utilized in older engines. By focusing on sustainability, GoodFuels supports corporate clients and shipping companies in their transition towards greener fuel alternatives.

SpinDye

Series A in 2018
SpinDye AB is a Swedish company based in Stockholm that specializes in providing polyester yarns and fabrics for the fashion and apparel industry. The company has developed an innovative water-free dyeing technology that allows for a clean and traceable coloring method for textiles. This approach not only enhances the sustainability of their products but also meets the growing demand for environmentally responsible practices within the fashion sector. By focusing on these advanced textile solutions, SpinDye aims to contribute to a more sustainable future in the industry.

Marqt

Venture Round in 2017
Marqt is a food retail company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in the sale of local, minimally processed food products. The company offers a variety of items, including fruits, vegetables, bakery products, as well as meat and dairy products. Marqt aims to provide customers with high-quality, sustainable food options that support local producers and promote healthier eating habits. Through its retail stores, Marqt emphasizes the importance of sourcing food that is both environmentally friendly and nutritious, catering to consumers who value quality and sustainability in their purchasing decisions.

Afval Loont

Seed Round in 2016
Afval Loont is a Netherlands-based company specializing in waste management and recycling services. It focuses on encouraging households to separate and return various types of waste, including plastic, metal, beverage cartons, cardboard, textiles, electrical gadgets, and frying oil. The company's innovative model compensates consumers based on the weight of the household waste they return, promoting responsible waste disposal practices. By providing financial incentives, Afval Loont aims to facilitate the recycling process and reduce the environmental impact of waste, while also fostering community engagement in sustainable practices. Through its initiatives, the company seeks to transform a portion of household waste into valuable raw materials for new products.
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