Catalyst Capital Group Inc.
PE / VC · Toronto · Canada
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Catalyst Capital Group Inc. is a venture capital fund and venture builder with a strong emphasis on climate technology. Based in Africa, the firm focuses on supporting founders who create tech solutions aimed at climate adaptation and resilience. The team comprises seasoned ex-founders and operators who spend over 400 hours with startups to accelerate their growth. Catalyst Capital is distinct in its extensive hands-on venture-building approach and its global community, connecting startups with a network of over 250 investors and ecosystem partners. Catalyst Capital invests primarily in pre-seed to Series A stages, contributing around $200,000 in initial funding and continuing with follow-on investments. Their investment areas include fintech for climate resilience, insurance, carbon finance, climate data, sustainable livelihoods such as agriculture and food systems, and climate-smart essential services like water management, cold storage, and clean energy. Their investment strategy is heavily thesis-driven, focusing on sectors that enhance climate resilience, primarily across Africa. Notable portfolio companies include startups operating in digital commerce, inclusive fintech for emerging markets, and various sectors related to climate resilience. Catalyst Capital supports a diverse range of innovative solutions aimed at tackling climate challenges across Africa.
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