Generating attractive returns while contributing to the reversal of global warming.
Strategy
The Drawdown Fund invests in growth equity businesses that are addressing the major drivers of climate change. We look for companies that have proven technology, established revenue and strong growth, clear competitive advantage, and experienced teams. We provide the growth capital needed to scale.
Our businesses reduce emissions or sequester greenhouse gases while providing attractive risk-adjusted returns. Drawdown is the turning point at which we are reducing carbon at a rate greater than we are emitting it. Our businesses are expected to have a meaningful impact on this equation.
Investments
We make $10-$30 million investments in companies with proven business models seeking capital to scale growth and revenue. We typically work with companies with >$10 million in revenue. Our investments target solutions across three major systems: Clean Transition, Resilient Systems, and Sustainable Cities. Our flexible capital enables us to be the best possible partner to our portfolio companies.
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Energy Transition
Growing cost parity of renewables and increasing strains on power infrastructure will drive opportunities to scale renewables, smart grids, and energy transition enabling technologies.
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Resilient Systems
Due to the far-reaching impacts of climate change, businesses, governments, and individuals will need to develop new approaches to producing, consuming, and valuing products and services.
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Sustainable Cities
Population growth and increasing urban density will necessitate sophisticated solutions to decarbonize buildings, transportation networks, and consumption habits.
Advantage
The Drawdown Fund has unmatched knowledge, experience, network, and alignment to drive superior outcomes.
Knowledge
The Drawdown Fund is based on the most robust climate models. This foundational research has been supplemented with proprietary work to inform the investment thesis, find unique opportunities, enhance diligence, and drive growth. Supported by Founding Partner Paul Hawken, the Fund continually updates its body of work and insights supporting all elements of the Fund.
Powerful Partnerships & Community
The Drawdown Fund team and network includes a mix of industry operators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and investors who actively engage to drive value and customer adoption.
Committed to Success
Concentrated portfolio with a dedication to support each one with a tailored approach and achieve positive outcomes for every investment with oversight based on a low partner-to-portfolio company ratio.
Exceptional Team & Experience
The investment team has over 50 years of combined experience in sustainability, climate solutions, and growth investing. We prioritize value-creation with a service mindset.
Value Add & Active Governance
Driving financial and impact objectives by leading rounds, taking board seats, and actively engaging with management teams to provide tailored, hands-on operational support.
Alignment
The Fund’s impact underwriting and unique carried interest link team compensation to both financial and impact results. This alignment resonates deeply with potential portfolio companies and makes the Fund the investor of choice.
