RE Ventures

🧀 Raclette, connections, and vision: RE Ventures Portfolio Gathering 🧀 Yesterday evening, we hosted our portfolio startups for a cozy apéro-raclette at EPFL Innovation Park, featuring the finest Fribourg raclette. Beyond the delicious cheese, it was all about creating a relaxed environment in which the founders could share advice, ideas and inspiration with their peers, and pave the way for new collaborations.  We also took the opportunity to share a sneak peek of our evolving vision for the future of RE Ventures’ CVC activity (still under wraps for now!) and gathered valuable feedback from our amazing startups. To keep it fun, we asked: What animal would the perfect Swiss VC represent—and why? 🐻 A bear for strength and reliability? 🦅 An eagle for vision and sharp instincts? 🐐 A mountain goat for persistence and adaptability? Or something else entirely? We’d love to hear your take—drop your thoughts in the comments ✏️ ! A heartfelt thank you to all the startups who joined us and contributed with their energy and ideas—it’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do 😻 ! Stay tuned as we continue building this journey toward a brighter future! #REVentures #PortfolioStartups #Raclette #EnergyTransition #Cleantech #Teamwork

🎄 RE Ventures Christmas Party & Holiday Wishes! 🎄 What better way to wrap up an incredible year than with a warm and cheesy Swiss tradition? Yesterday, the RE Ventures team gathered for our annual fondue party (and hot vacherin Mont d'Or) at Bô Noël Sàrl in Lausanne —a perfect moment to reflect on our achievements, celebrate our collaborations, and enjoy some holiday cheer together. As we close out 2024, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our partners, startups, and colleagues who have been part of this journey. Your ideas and collaboration drive us forward as we work toward building a more sustainable energy future. Before heading off for the holidays, we’re hosting our portfolio startups next week at our EPFL Innovation Park offices for a raclette—because the life of a CVC in Switzerland often revolves around plenty of melted cheese during winter ! From all of us at RE Ventures, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a happy new year ! Take care and enjoy the well-deserved rest. Stay tuned for another serving of cheesy updates next week !  🧀 #REVentures #ChristmasParty #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #Cleantech #Teamwork

🚀 Driving Innovation through collaboration with Kickstart Innovation 🌱 Last week we had the privilege of welcoming Kickstart Innovation in our offices at the EPFL Innovation Park. During this engaging visit, we welcomed startup founders to showcase who we are, what we do, and how RE Ventures fits into Romande Energie's strategy to drive the energy transition.   Amélie and Liza introduced the Kickstart startups to our venture-building and venture-capital approach, emphasizing our role in scouting and exploring innovative opportunities in cleantech and proptech.    That evening, Laurent represented us at the Kickstart Executive Dinner in Nyon, where 70+ founders, investors, and industry leaders gathered to discuss sustainable investments and the transformative power of collaboration. The evening also featured impactful startup pitches, offering a glimpse into the future of sustainability.   🛠 Why this matters This partnership with Kickstart Innovation is key for us to build a robust innovation ecosystem. By connecting with forward-thinking startups and organizations, we accelerate our mission to deliver impactful solutions that shape the future of energy and sustainability.   We extend our gratitude to Katka Letzing, Markus Geissler, and the entire Kickstart team for organizing such an inspiring program. And, of course, a big thank you to the startups we met—we look forward to exploring opportunities to collaborate and grow together!    #REVentures #KickstartInnovation #Cleantech #OpenInnovation #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #Startups #Networking #Collaboration  

🚀Investing in the Future of Cleantech: Our Journey with Leading Venture Funds   In 2022, we invested in the BNP Paribas & Solar Impulse Foundation joint fund named BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund, to gain credibility, diversify investments, and learn from leading experts. Their explorations on cutting-edge topics like Lithium, AI in cleantech and Spacetech has been invaluable. A huge thank you to Laura Wirsztel-Antonmattei, Pauline Blanquart-Challine, Yann Lagalaye, Olivier Warnan, Lucas GUILLET, Matthieu Léraudat and Etienne Valleix for your support in shaping our early steps! 🙌   In early 2024, we invested in Übermorgen Ventures, inspired by their Swiss-German market expertise and fast expansion beyond Swiss borders. Their dynamic portfolio and collaboration opportunities have been a game-changer.  Big thanks to Elena Walder-Schiavone, Myke Näf, Adrian Bührer, Alexander Langguth, and Jonas Hornung for the impactful discussions! 💡   Every meeting, every debate, and every connection fuels our passion for driving Cleantech innovation in energy and real estate. Let’s keep the momentum going & keep building! 💬   👉 Got dealflow or ideas to share? Let’s talk! Willing to exchange on new fund structures or the challenges of corporate VC ? Let’s connect!   📸: Solar Impulse Foundation   #Cleantech #VentureCapital #Innovation #Sustainability #Startups

Last week, we wrapped up two incredible accelerator programs in Switzerland: Tech4Regen and Kickstart Innovation. These programs connected us with brilliant startups like SolidWatts, Over Easy Solar, Composite Recycling, irmos technologies AG, Swistor and Billogram. We were inspired by their innovative solutions and excited to explore potential collaborations. A huge thank you to Katka Letzing and Bertrand Klaiber for organizing such impactful events. We look forward to fostering these partnerships and driving innovation together. #innovation #cleantech #startup #tech #sustainability #openinnovation #Tech4Regen #makeithappen #Kickstartinnovation #RomandeEnergie #REVentures RE Ventures

🚀 Introducing the Building Relationship Manager (BRM): a proud achievement at RE Ventures 💡 What is the BRM? More than just data visualization, the BRM is a transformative digital solution that integrates our engineering expertise into a smart platform. It transforms energy data into a clear and efficient overview of energy consumption, CO2 emissions and renovation potential. This smart tool helps create tailored strategies and roadmaps, making real estate portfolio renovations simpler and more sustainable. 🤝 Born from collaboration The BRM was conceived and developed by RE Ventures, Romande Energie in-house innovation lab, dedicated to exploring new solutions for the energy sector. Once the product was ready, it was seamlessly reintegrated into our real estate division, where it is now making a tangible impact on energy management and strategic planning. 🧠 Why It matters - Quick and efficient data access: The BRM allows us to crunch energy data at a glance, speeding up the process of analysis and decision-making. - Informed renovation strategies: By understanding the energy footprint of buildings, we can prioritize actions that will have the most impact on reducing emissions and improving efficiency. - Sustainability in real estate: The tool is a key asset in our mission to support the energy transition, helping property managers and stakeholders achieve their sustainability goals. 👉 Interested in how the BRM can help you to make concrete progress in your real estate portfolio? Let’s connect #REVentures #Innovation #BuildingRelationshipManager #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #EnergyTransition #Proptech #Cleantech #RealEstate

✨ Back from Slush 2024 with full hearts and fresh ideas! 💡 We had the privilege of meeting incredible Founders, VCs, LPs, Startups, and most importantly, some truly amazing people who are shaping the future of Cleantech and energy innovation. 🌱 One key takeaway? Nature Tech is rising fast! Beyond Cleantech, solutions directly inspired by and for nature are becoming the next big focus—and we’re here for it ! 🤝To everyone we connected with: thank you for the inspiring conversations. Let’s keep building a more sustainable future—together! 🌟 What’s your take on Nature Tech? Let’s discuss below! 👇 #SLUSH2024 #Cleantech #NatureTech #Innovation #Sustainability

Pleased to have had the opportunity to host an incredible event on Entrepreneurship and Green tech during the Global Entrepreneurship Week Lausanne (GEW) at the University of Lausanne - UNIL. It was a truly inspiring experience to hear from so many remarkable entrepreneurs and investors who shared their journeys, insights, and invaluable advice. A special thank you to Margaux Peltier (Enerdrape), Tanja Markotic (Romande Energie) Sébastien Bron (YORD), and Steve Tanner (Ecorobotix) for sharing their stories and inspiring everyone in the room. I’d also like to extend my gratitude to my team, Miriel Steudler, Anna Karakli, Csanad Varga and Arnaud Ramet together with Lina Bousbina and START Lausanne for organizing such a fantastic event. Together, we’ve created an atmosphere of learning, growth, and inspiration. #EY #GEW #Entrepreneuriat #GreenTech #Cleantechs #UNIL #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

🔋 𝗥𝗘 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗢𝗥𝗗 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀!   We’re thrilled to announce a strategic investment in YORD, a Fribourg-based startup founded in 2021 by four engineers with a bold vision for energy efficiency. YORD has developed intelligent technology that transforms how building heating systems operate, cutting energy consumption by up to 40% while boosting efficiency—even for older systems. And the best part? No major upgrades or modifications are required! 🌍   With the potential to achieve major energy savings while maintaining optimal comfort for occupants, YORD’s solution aligns perfectly with our mission to reduce CO2 emissions from Swiss buildings, which currently account for one of the largest source of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions.   This collaboration reinforces our commitment to fostering impactful innovation in energy efficiency. At RE Ventures, the CVC arm of Romande Energie, we partner with bold startups like YORD to accelerate the energy transition and bring game-changing solutions to market. 🚀   Discover how YORD’s revolutionary approach can transform your heating system projects by reading our full press release 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqZh6yZj   A big thank you to: Lucien Blanchard, Sébastien Bron, Denis Zufferey, Sébastien BUFFLIER , Vincent Pilloud, Tanja Markotic and Paolo P.   📸 YORD #EnergyTransition #EnergyEfficiency #Decarbonation #Innovation #Cleantech #Sustainability #Energy #RealEstate #CarbonReduction

🚀 Venture Building at Romande Energie: a journey of innovation and impact 🌿 At Romande Energie, we believe that creating innovative sustainable solutions requires more than investment—it needs a commitment to building ventures from the ground up. That’s where our venture building approach comes in, driven by a shared vision of making a difference in the energy landscape. 🔍 How it started Romande Energie's venture building journey began with a simple yet bold idea: leverage our industry expertise and innovative spirit to create new businesses that align with the future of energy. We aim to bring impactful and pioneering ideas to life, supported by our internal entrepreneurs — Amélie, Patrick and Luca — to transform concepts into real-world solutions that address today's challenges in cleantech and beyond. Laurent, Head of Venture Building, oversees the process, ensuring the team has the support needed to make it happen. 🌟 Our vision Our vision is to be at the forefront of the energy transition, creating ventures that pave the way for a more sustainable and connected world. We focus on developing solutions that not only benefit our communities but also contribute to a larger ecosystem of innovation. 🔧 Our methodology Our venture building process focuses on three key phases: - Ideation: identifying market opportunities and unmet needs in the energy sector. - Validation: testing concepts through rapid prototyping and market feedback. - Scale-up: building and launching solutions that are ready for the market, supported by our network and resources. 👉 Curious about how we're shaping the future of energy? Let’s connect and exchange with other corporate venture builders or startup studios. You can reach out by messaging us directly. Together, we can create a brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. #VentureBuilding #REVentures #Innovation #EnergyTransition #FutureOfEnergy #StartupStudio