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We are excited that we are launching our third fund - Fund EX1. This $150M fund will aim to invest and support early-stage startups dedicated to building a better future in energy transition or "EX." 
This is very meaningful to the full TDK and Amperex Technology Limited ATL family as it will be investing and accelerating initiatives around Decarbonization and Electrification for a greener planet.

No one could explain better than Noboru Saito, President and CEO of TDK Corporation: “As the world strives to build a sustainable future for all, we must recognize the pivotal role that energy transformation needs play in our collective efforts, with this new funding, we are doubling down on our efforts to contribute toward innovations in electrification and decarbonization, as these two areas are helping to solve society’s toughest problems. By nurturing the innovative spirit of startups around the world and by providing TDK Goodness to the ecosystem, we hope to contribute to a world where energy transformation drives humanity toward a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow in harmony with our environment.”
 
We look forward to working with all of you to invest in - and build - this better, more sustainable future together!

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#cleantech #decarbonization #climatetechnology #electrification

“Elegant Solutions” Will Accomplish Net-Zero Goals 
EcoPragma Capital’s Liebreich: Total Energy Transition by 2070 

During the energy week panel discussion on elegant solutions to the world’s environmental challenges, TDK Ventures President Nicolas Sauvage participated in an exciting discussion with Chairman and CEO of Liebreich Associates and Co-Managing Partner of EcoPragma Capital LLP, Michael Liebreich. Their conversation centered around the transition to net-zero, elegant climate solutions that bring more efficiency, lower cost, and reduced externalities, as well as the crucial role of global trade in propelling the energy transition. 

Read about the session: https://bit.ly/47zbBvI

Watch the full discussion: https://bit.ly/3vy78wc

We hope you enjoy the reading! Feel free to reach out for more information about this exciting sector. 

#EnergyWeek #ClimateTech #VC #NetZero #energy

The global shift towards the energy transition is a massive undertaking that hinges on numerous technological and societal advances, yet the true global energy transition is at its core a metals transition. 

The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects a 500% increase in critical mineral consumption, fueled by rising demand from emerging energy transition technologies. As the demand for minerals grows, metals become crucial for fueling renewable energy advancements. However, obtaining these metals through conventional methods poses significant limitations. That's where our portfolio company pH7 Technologies comes in. 

TDK Ventures' Tina Tosukhowong shares why we invested in ph7 Technologies last year, supporting its sustainable, proprietary closed-loop extraction method that operates at low temperatures and addresses the challenges faced in metal recycling and mining: https://bit.ly/3NMXpIj

#energy #metals #sustainability

We are thrilled to welcome Silicon Box Pte Ltd to the TDK Ventures portfolio. 

The Singaporean tech disruptor is revamping semiconductor chip technology through its chiplet packaging design and fabrication capabilities, offering newfound standards in performance and scale. Their innovative approach reduces energy demands of moving data between chips, setting a new industry standard. We are excited to work with Silicon Box as it accelerates progress in both digital and energy transformation, bringing newfound performance and efficiency to the semiconductor and computing industries. 

Learn more about our investment: https://bit.ly/47trVxT

#semiconductors #energy #manufacturing

Corporate Venturing Insider interview (#77) will be with Sarit Soccary Ben Yochanan from DK Innovation (US), Inc. , the investment arm of the U.S energy company Delek US Holdings, Inc., on January 4th, 2024, at 12:00 am PST. Join us live here on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/giu9ixS6 
 
 📽️ All previous 76 interviews: https://lnkd.in/gA2nX46
 🌐 Corporate Venturing leaders' list: https://lnkd.in/g6HfM4hk
 
 The Corporate Venturing Insider series explores various angles, approaches, and best practices from discussions between TDK Ventures's Nicolas Sauvage and top practitioners across the corporate venture capital (#CVC) ecosystem.
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We're pleased to announce our investment in the full-stack agriculture pioneer, Fasal - Grow More, Grow Better™. 

Fasal addresses the critical needs of the Indian agricultural market with its innovative full-stack horticulture optimization solution that not only improves crop yield but also cuts down operational costs, enabling farmers to grow more and grow better. We look forward to partnering with Fasal and propelling its patented IoT-crop intelligence technology to revolutionize the agriculture industry. 

Learn more about our latest investment: https://bit.ly/3NIZlBN

#horticulture #sustainability #agritech

Exciting times ahead as our portfolio company GenCell Energy makes significant progress in the development of its alternative green ammonia production process. 

Their breakthrough signifies a commitment to solving complex challenges, aligning with our passion for supporting Impact Scalers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation. 

“This breakthrough technology will increase the availability of green ammonia for the traditional ammonia consumption market sectors which we are familiar, namely energy, agriculture, maritime, aviation and semiconductors. We see great business potential associated with this scientific breakthrough and are acting to complete the development of this valuable technology together with our partner, TDK Corporation.” Rami Reshef CEO and Co-Founder of GenCell.

Learn more about their achievement: https://bit.ly/3GTsFSi 

#TDKVentures #sustainability #CleanEnergy

Join Nicolas Sauvage, President of TDK Ventures, and Marty Neese, CEO of Verdagy, in an insightful conversation during this year's TDK Ventures Portfolio Summit. Marty shares exciting news about Verdagy's recent funding and their groundbreaking work on a 20 MW electrolyzer for green hydrogen production. Discover how Verdagy plans to reach multi-gigawatt scale production in the US, Europe, Australia, and India, all focused on full green hydrogen. 

Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/48oglFn 

#TDKVentures #CleanEnergyFuture #PortfolioSummit2023 #GreenHydrogen #Verdagy

We are excited to welcome Exponent Energy into the TDK Ventures portfolio, signifying our second investment in India. 

Established in 2020, Exponent Energy specializes in streamlining energy solutions for electric vehicles. With the recent announcement of $26M in funding, Exponent Energy aims to expand its footprint to new cities and provide more accessibility for electric vehicles. Collaboratively, we anticipate progressing initiatives aimed at lowering the cost framework of rapid charging technology and expanding electric mobility options for a broader audience. https://bit.ly/48hmt2J

#EVs #electrification #decarbonization

What are the methodologies that guide investors? TDK Ventures reviews more than 1000 startups each year and uses a thesis-driven approach to identify strategic, financial and societal -- "triple bottom line" -- solutions. Anil Achyuta, Managing Director at TDK Ventures, elaborates on the importance of doing "Deep Explorations" to build intelligence and insights into areas that may be less familiar, but which are crucial for shaping the future.

💡Selecting the Right Area

We carefully choose areas for deep exploration, forming teams with the right competencies. Our dedicated culture ensures a focused approach.

💡 Five-Slide Exploration Proposal

Our teams spend 4-6 weeks crafting a concise five-slide exploration proposal devoid of technical jargon. This proposal undergoes rigorous internal review.

💡Project Planning:

Once approved, we create a project plan outlining our approach. We identify key stakeholders, ecosystem partners, incumbents, and startups for interviews. Scripts ensure a thorough testing of hypotheses.

💡Stakeholder Interviews:

Engaging with decision-makers, we delve into what drives their criteria and urgency. 

💡Investment Thesis Finalization:

After evaluating KPIs and decision-maker insights, we solidify our investment thesis. This becomes the foundation for our criteria in pursuing startups and investments. With a well-defined thesis, we share our insights, ensuring transparency and seeking feedback from the public.

This meticulous process prepares us for the next amazing opportunity. It enables us to be true "entrepreneurs first," ready to move fast and make impactful investments.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Nt3fyA

#TDKVentures #DeepExplorations #VC #CVC

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