What is qualifying expenditure for R&D tax credits?
Unlock R&D tax relief with qualifying expenditure for climate tech innovation. Learn how internal staff, external consultants, consumables, and software licenses fuel sustainable growth.
From idea to launch: building your climate tech startup
Got an idea for a sustainable innovation but not sure what’s next? Check out our tips with budding climate entrepreneurs.
SME vs RDEC: which R&D tax credit schemes can I claim?
Navigating R&D tax credits? SME and RDEC corporations face complexity. Explore differences, rates, and eligibility to maximise financial benefits.
Why R&D tax credits are important for your climate tech business
Explore the benefits of R&D tax credits to drive innovation and financial sustainability for your climate tech businesses.
Furbnow raises £950k to decarbonise 1 million homes
Ecosystem member and programme participant Furbnow has secured a £950k pre-seed investment.
Why we invested: PheroSyn
Meet PheroSyn, the startup at the forefront of insecticide-free pest control.
Portfolio company Sennen acquired by Octopus Energy
We are thrilled to announce the successful exit of Sennen to Kraken Technologies, part of the Octopus Energy Group.
SV’s James Byrne joins The Greater Manchester Business Board
James Byrne, Partner at Sustainable Ventures, joins the Greater Manchester Business Board to provide private sector business advice.
Why we invested: Uplift360
Meet Uplift360, the startup developing recycling and regeneration options for high-performance polymers.
Sustainable Ventures secures 3M investment to drive UK expansion
We are pleased to announce that we have secured £3million to support our UK expansion, starting with Manchester in 2024.
The Prince of Wales celebrates climate tech innovation at Sustainable Ventures
Prince William visits our London workspace to celebrate climate tech innovation in the UK.
Why we invested: Plantsea
Plantsea is developing seaweed-derived packaging alternatives that mimic the key characteristics of plastic.
Why we invested: Danu Robotics
Danu Robotics is revolutionising waste management with a robotic and AI-powered system that enhances accuracy and efficiency in large scale recycling systems.
Spotlight on TripShift: Helping Businesses to Move Better
Meet the startup that’s taking the challenges of Scope 3 emissions into their own hands.
Meet our portfolio: Windscope
Meet Windscope, the team building a SaaS-based platform to monitor and manage the component condition of assets in the onshore and offshore wind industry.
Meet our portfolio: Batch.Works
Welcome Batch.Works to our portfolio, a team using smart technology and sustainable methodology to create practical manufacturing solutions.
Find your community: the importance of community for early-stage startups
The importance of community and collaboration for entrepreneurs working towards a common goal.
Spotlight on Packamama: Reshaping the wine industry
Meet the startup that’s spearheading sustainable packaging innovation in the wine industry.
Portfolio company, Albotherm, secures £1.6M in follow-on funding
Albotherm, part of our accelerator portfolio, secure follow-on funding to develop their low carbon cooling coatings.
London's Deputy Mayor celebrates climate tech innovation at milestone event
London’s Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy, Shirley Rodrigues, meets with climate tech innovators that have received funding through the Mayor's Better Futures programme.