ERV invest in climate companies that strive to decarbonise the energy sector with deep science technologies
Seed and Series A
Energy Revolution Ventures (ERV) is a London-based venture capital firm investing in deep-tech innovations that accelerate the global energy transition. Founded in 2021, ERV partners with early-stage companies developing breakthrough electrochemical and materials-based technologies that decarbonise energy systems and enable a cleaner, electrified future.
The firm focuses on science-led, high-impact ventures in areas such as advanced batteries, hydrogen, carbon capture, and energy materials - technologies fundamental to achieving net zero. ERV is recognised for its deep technical expertise, long-term perspective, and active support for founders tackling the world’s most complex energy challenges.
Mission
Energy Revolution Ventures’ mission is to back the scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs building the technologies that will power the net-zero economy. The firm seeks to accelerate the adoption of transformative energy innovations that reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and reshape global energy systems for a sustainable future.
Goals
Values
ERV’s values are rooted in technical excellence, scientific integrity, and long-term partnership. The firm prioritises sustainability, responsible investment, and measurable climate impact. Internally, ERV fosters a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and transparency - bringing together investors and engineers who share a commitment to solving the toughest problems in clean energy.
Energy Revolution Ventures was founded in 2021 by a team of experienced energy investors, scientists, and entrepreneurs united by the conviction that the energy transition requires deep-tech innovation. Drawing on backgrounds in materials science, electrochemistry, and venture investment, the founding team set out to bridge the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and commercial deployment.
The firm was established in London with the vision of creating an ecosystem where science-driven startups could access not only capital but also deep technical support and strategic networks. Its founders’ collective expertise in battery systems, hydrogen, and advanced materials underpins ERV’s focus on electrochemical technologies as the cornerstone of the future energy economy.
Marcus Clover (Co-Founder & Partner)
Marcus Clover began his career building hydrogen powertrain systems for startups in the automotive and aerospace sectors, then moved into investing in hydrogen production & purification, grid-scale energy storage, structural batteries and battery recycling. Marcus holds an MEng in Chemical Engineering from University of Cambridge and is a Chartered Engineer (IET).
Connect on LinkedIn: Marcus Clover.
Hayden Sommer (Co-Founder & Partner)
Hayden Sommer has over 20 years’ experience in transaction, commercial and legal advisory for the energy, mining & engineering sectors, with specialist focus on multi-jurisdictional transactions and capital raising for complex industrial assets.
Connect on LinkedIn: Hayden Sommer.
Grant Gischen (Co-Founder & Partner)
Grant Gischen is a Co-Founder and Partner at ERV. Prior to VC, Grant worked in strategic consulting, private equity, M&A and business development across mining, technology and financial services sectors globally. He has deep experience in corporate finance, capital raising and infrastructure-scale energy transition projects.
Connect on LinkedIn: Grant Gischen.
ERV is headquartered in London but invests globally in companies with scalable, science-based solutions for energy and climate. Its portfolio includes ventures across Europe, North America, and Asia, reflecting the global relevance of electrochemical innovation.
Energy Revolution Ventures focuses on technologies that sit at the intersection of science and sustainability, including:
To qualify for investment, companies should:
Energy Revolution Ventures applies a rigorous due-diligence process combining technical, financial, and environmental evaluation. Each potential investment undergoes scientific validation and commercial feasibility analysis.
The assessment framework considers:
This disciplined approach ensures that each portfolio company is equipped to achieve both commercial success and meaningful climate outcomes.
Immaterial
Immaterial is a Cambridge-based University of Cambridge spin-out developing advanced metal-organic framework (MOF) materials for efficient hydrogen storage, carbon capture, and gas separation. Its monolithic MOF technology reduces energy use and cost in industrial decarbonisation processes. Visit Immaterial.
Anthro Energy
Anthro Energy is a Stanford spin-out creating flexible, polymer-based battery materials that improve energy density, safety, and form-factor versatility. Its proprietary electrolyte technology enables next-generation batteries for mobility and consumer electronics. Visit Anthro Energy.
DiviGas
DiviGas is a Singapore-founded company developing high-performance polymer membranes for hydrogen purification and carbon capture. Its Divi-H system delivers ultra-pure hydrogen from complex gas streams while lowering energy and operating costs. Visit DiviGas.
Energy Revolution Ventures operates an independent venture platform with a dedicated fund of approximately US $18 million, announced in 2024. The firm’s capital is focused exclusively on early-stage deep-tech investments in clean energy and climate innovation.
Its funding model enables flexibility and long-term engagement, allowing ERV to provide continued support as companies progress through multiple growth stages.
Stages: Seed to Series A, with capacity for selective follow-on rounds.
Equity: Equity investments in science-based ventures with strong IP potential.
Fund Size: ~$18 million inaugural fund (closed 2024).
Focus: Electrochemical systems, hydrogen, energy storage, and carbon-reduction technologies.
ERV’s approach combines patient capital with hands-on technical and strategic support, bridging the gap between research innovation and industrial deployment.
Energy Revolution Ventures measures success through both financial and environmental outcomes. Its investments target technologies capable of delivering significant reductions in greenhouse-gas emissions, improving energy efficiency, and supporting circular-economy principles.
Impact metrics are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those relating to affordable clean energy, industry innovation, and climate action. ERV actively engages portfolio companies in tracking and improving their sustainability performance over time.
ERV cultivates a collaborative network of scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders advancing the energy transition. The firm hosts technical workshops, founder roundtables, and partner events designed to share knowledge and connect innovators across disciplines.
Prosemino is the venture-building partner of Energy Revolution Ventures (ERV), dedicated to creating and supporting breakthrough companies in electrochemistry, hydrogen, energy storage, carbon capture, and advanced materials. Acting as ERV’s incubation and venture creation arm, Prosemino helps translate cutting-edge scientific research into scalable commercial ventures by providing laboratory access, technical mentorship, and early-stage capital. Together, ERV and Prosemino form an integrated ecosystem that nurtures deep-science innovation from concept to market, accelerating the development of technologies critical to the global energy transition.
Energy Revolution Ventures is led by an experienced team of investors, engineers, and technologists with deep expertise in electrochemistry, battery systems, and clean-energy scale-up. The team combines venture-capital discipline with scientific insight, enabling ERV to identify and support the most promising opportunities in deep-tech climate innovation.
ERV invests in early-stage deep-tech startups focused on electrochemistry, hydrogen, advanced batteries, carbon capture, and sustainable materials.
The firm primarily invests at the seed and Series A stages, with capacity for follow-on participation.
ERV is based in London but invests globally in scalable technologies addressing the energy transition.
ERV focuses exclusively on deep-science innovation, backing companies rooted in electrochemistry and advanced materials rather than software or light hardware. Its team combines scientific expertise and venture experience to provide hands-on technical and commercial support.
ERV is an active investor, supporting founders with technical validation, strategy, capital planning, and introductions to industry partners. The firm often remains involved through multiple stages of growth.
Are you developing a breakthrough technology in electrochemistry, hydrogen, or sustainable materials? Discover how Energy Revolution Ventures supports pioneering founders on the ERV website.
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