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§ Venture Capital · USA, Europe
Learn which startups Systemiq capital invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. ).
Key people at Systemiq capital.
Systemiq Capital backs early stage tech founders in Europe and North America, focusing on electrification, decoding nature, and applied AI.
Systemiq Capital is a UK-based venture capital firm dedicated to driving systemic change towards sustainability and a net-zero economy. Its mission is to invest in pioneering climate tech companies that address critical global challenges such as sustainable food and materials, clean transport, climate intelligence, and climate restoration. The firm focuses primarily on late seed to Series B stage B2B companies with strong commercial potential, emphasizing sectors like electrification, decoding nature’s processes, and applied AI. Systemiq Capital aims to catalyze transformative solutions that mitigate climate change while delivering market-rate venture returns, supporting entrepreneurs with both capital and deep climate expertise. Its impact on the startup ecosystem lies in backing innovative climate tech ventures that accelerate the transition to a resilient, low-carbon future[1][2][5].
Founded in the UK, Systemiq Capital emerged as an extension of SYSTEMIQ, a certified B Corp and system change company that identifies and invests in innovations capable of driving essential system change. The investment arm was established to back early-stage climate tech founders in Europe and North America, leveraging the strategic and operational experience of its leadership team. Key partners include Managing General Partner Irena Spazzapan, Investment Partner George Darrah (with a background at BP’s trading floor), and Partner/COO Jessica Stewart, who brings consulting and operational expertise. The firm evolved to focus on late seed to Series B investments in climate tech, combining capital with strategic support to scale impactful solutions[1][4][7].
Systemiq Capital rides the accelerating global trend toward climate tech innovation driven by urgent environmental challenges and increasing regulatory and market incentives for sustainability. The timing is critical as advances in AI, biotechnology, and digital infrastructure enable scalable solutions for decarbonization, nature restoration, and clean energy adoption. Market forces such as growing corporate net-zero commitments, government climate policies, and rising consumer demand for sustainable products create a favorable environment for Systemiq’s portfolio companies. By investing in foundational technologies and system-level innovations, Systemiq influences the broader ecosystem by enabling new business models and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy[2][5][7].
Looking ahead, Systemiq Capital is positioned to expand its influence by scaling climate tech ventures that address systemic environmental challenges. Trends such as the electrification of transport, AI-driven sustainability solutions, and nature-based carbon removal will shape its investment focus. The firm’s ability to combine deep climate expertise with venture capital will likely enhance its role as a catalyst for transformative change. As climate urgency intensifies, Systemiq’s portfolio companies may become key enablers of the global net-zero transition, reinforcing the firm’s mission to drive systemic sustainability at scale[1][5].
Key people at Systemiq capital.
Systemiq capital has more than 26 tracked investments across 19 companies. The latest tracked deal is $35.0M Series A in Subbyx in March 2026.
