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As the world celebrates Earth Day—a global call to action for environmental protection and sustainability—MassVentures is proud to reaffirm its commitment to a cleaner, greener future through investments in climate-focused innovation.
At MassVentures, we believe that climate change is not only one of the greatest challenges of our time, but also one of the greatest opportunities for innovation. That’s why we actively invest in startups that are pushing the boundaries of sustainable technology—from nextgen batteries and advanced air conditioning to carbon negative fuels, energy efficient windows, and green manufacturing.
Fueling Innovation Through Venture Funding
Our venture fund is a launchpad for early-stage companies that are building technologies with the potential to reshape industries and reduce environmental impact. We support climate tech founders at the most critical inflection points of their growth—when access to capital and guidance can mean the difference between stagnation and breakthrough.
Companies backed by MassVentures are helping to:
Decarbonize energy and industrial systems
Improve energy efficiency in homes, buildings, and infrastructure
Develop sustainable materials and circular economy solutions
Accelerate electrification of transportation and other sectors
By investing early and staying actively involved, we aim not only to fund companies—but also to help them scale sustainably, create good jobs, and drive long-term environmental and economic impact in Massachusetts and beyond.
Grant Programs That Open Doors
Through grant programs like Acorn, Catalyst, DICES and START, MassVentures also helps founders bridge the commercialization gap between R&D and market readiness. These grants provide critical non-dilutive funding to entrepreneurs spinning out of research institutions, launching new businesses or leveraging SBIR/STTR awards—accelerating their path to market while keeping the focus on innovation.
For climate tech startups, this kind of support can unlock new opportunities to refine their technology, build prototypes, and secure pilots or partnerships—without sacrificing ownership or mission.
Celebrating Earth Day, Every Day
Earth Day is a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made—and the work still ahead. At MassVentures, we’re inspired every day by the visionary entrepreneurs working to solve climate challenges with scalable, science-driven solutions.
As we continue to grow our portfolio of climate tech investments, we invite founders, researchers, and investors to join us in driving a more sustainable and equitable innovation ecosystem.
Apr 22, 2025