StarBeam Capital
StarBeam Capital is a London-based venture capital firm founded in 2022, specializing in early-stage investments in deep energy technology startups across the UK. The firm focuses on funding innovative companies in clean-tech, space-tech, and other advanced technology sectors, aiming to support the transition to net zero by 2050.
Company Overview
StarBeam Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2022, headquartered in London, UK. The company operates as a partnership and is classified as a very small business with a team size of three. It focuses on investing in early-stage tech startups, particularly those pioneering advancements in deep energy technology. StarBeam Capital aims to facilitate the transformation of deep-tech and climate-tech research into viable commercial opportunities.
Investment Focus
StarBeam Capital specializes in funding startups that develop innovative energy technologies for both terrestrial and extraterrestrial applications. The firm actively seeks investment opportunities across the UK, primarily targeting early-stage companies from Seed funding to Series A rounds. The typical investment tickets range from GBP 100k to GBP 3m initially, with plans to commit up to GBP 10m in follow-on financing rounds.
Sector and Specialization
The company operates within the Venture Capital & Private Equity industry, with a particular emphasis on deep-tech enabling technology categories. These include Clean-tech, Space-tech, Hard-tech, advanced materials and synthetic fuels, semiconductors, AI and data infrastructure, autonomy, and quantum-enabled technologies. StarBeam Capital aims to drive industries forward with greater intelligence, productivity, and environmental responsibility.
Investment Strategy
StarBeam Capital serves as a lead investor, focusing on forming close partnerships with portfolio companies. The firm assembles customized investment syndicates to support ambitious entrepreneurial teams dedicated to advancing hardware innovations in the energy, space, and industrial sectors. The first fund operates under a dual fund model, providing investors the option to participate in either EIS or LP/GP structures.
Mission and Vision
StarBeam Capital is committed to backing next-generation deep energy tech companies that contribute to global efforts to achieve net zero on Earth by 2050. The firm offers a unique platform for UK-based startups to pitch their ideas directly via email, fostering a streamlined and accessible investment process. This approach reflects the company's mission to facilitate the growth of pioneering technologies that enhance energy efficiency.