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We believe in the power of climate neutral economic development in Africa. For the last decade, we have been working hand in hand with exceptional entrepreneurs, investing both financial and human capital to build successful climate ventures on the continent. Our companies offer competitive financial returns required to drive lasting impact.
Overview
Location
Switzerland, Zurich
Employees
11-50
Founded date
2012
Investment Type
Venture Capital
Investment Stage
Pre-Seed; Seed; Series A
Funds raised 1
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Mentions in press and media 13
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| Apr 20, 2023 | It is time for a Solar Receivables FinCo? | In the last ten years PayGo – the method of distribution and financing of off-grid solar home systems (SHS) – has revolutionized the effort to bring clean, renewable energy to people in Africa without access to electricity. It is estimated ... |
| Aug 12, 2022 | Persistent announces a further expansion of its partnerships in West Africa with an investment in Beacon Power Services | Beacon Power Services (BPS) provides data analytics and grid management solutions that enable utilities and Commercial and Industrial (C&I) customers to better manage their energy assets. Founded in 2014, BPS offers electric utilities s... |
| Jul 13, 2022 | Persistent Energy raises $10 Million Equity Round to grow climate venture building in Africa | Share this: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Op... |
| Jul 12, 2022 | Persistent Energy raises $10M to grow its clean-tech venture building business in Africa | Persistent Energy has raised $10 million in Series C funding to grow its climate venture building business in Africa, in a round led by Kyuden International Corporation, a subsidiary of the Japanese Kyushu Electric Power Group, and Financia... |
| Apr 26, 2021 | Kenyan e-mobility startup Ecobodaa secures funding | Nairobi-based tech startup Ecobodaa has secured an undisclosed amount of funding from Persistent, Zurich-based venture capital and private equity firm that focuses on investing in the off-grid energy sector. Ecobodaa enters a strategic par... |
| Apr 26, 2021 | Kenyan e-mobility startup Ecobodaa secures funding | Nairobi-based tech startup Ecobodaa has secured an undisclosed amount of funding from Persistent, Zurich-based venture capital and private equity firm that focuses on investing in the off-grid energy sector. Ecobodaa enters a strategic part... |
| Apr 12, 2021 | Electric mobility in Africa could be the next big thing for global investors | Africa is home to the fastest-growing population globally, with numbers expected to rise by nearly 50% over the next 14 years, growing from 1.2 billion people today to over 1.8 billion in 2035. As the population increase outpaces economic g... |
| Dec 15, 2020 | Senegalese-based solar energy startup, Oolu Solar, raises $8.5m Series B | Share this article: Oolu, a Senegalese-based solar energy startup, has raised $8.5 million in Series B equity investment. The round was led by independent renewable energy developer, RP Global. Other investors that participated include Pers... |
| Feb 18, 2019 | New funds to power IT in emerging markets |
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FAQ about Persistent Energy
When was Persistent Energy founded?
Persistent Energy was founded in 2012.
What funds has Persistent Energy raised?
Persistent Energy has announced 1 fund on Parsers VC.
What has the press written about Persistent Energy?
Parsers VC has collected 13 articles mentioning Persistent Energy, among them “It is time for a Solar Receivables FinCo?” (Apr 20, 2023) and “Persistent announces a further expansion of its partnerships in West Africa with an investment in Beacon Power Services” (Aug 12, 2022).
Is Persistent Energy still active?
Yes, Persistent Energy is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Oct 18, 2023.