News in the spotlight: Reverion Secures USD 41 Million in Carbon Removal Deals to Scale Biogas-Based CCS Technology
German clean-tech company Reverion has secured a USD 41 million offtake deal via Frontier to remove 96,000 tons of CO2 between 2027 and 2030 using an innovative biogas-to-power system. Reverion’s solid oxide fuel cells convert…
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Just Climate Secures USD 375 Million to Support Nature-Based Climate Strategy
Just Climate announced it has raised USD 375 million in capital for its Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) strategy. The funding round included commitments from global institutional investors such as the New York State Common Retirement Fund, Builders Vision, Compensate, and Harvard Management Company. The strategy is part of Just Climate’s broader mission to drive climate-led investing at scale, and it focuses on nature-based solutions that provide both carbon and biodiversity benefits. The strategy will prioritize high-integrity projects that help restore and protect ecosystems while supporting community development and sustainable livelihoods. Projects may include sustainable forestry, regenerative agriculture, and ecosystem restoration. Just Climate emphasized the importance of adhering to strict environmental and social standards, stating that they will integrate transparency, accountability, and impact measurement in every investment.
EdenTree earns full SDR sustainability labels across all funds
EdenTree Investment Management has announced that seven of its responsible and sustainable funds have been awarded labels under the UK’s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR), making EdenTree the only asset manager to have its entire fund range fully labelled. The funds have been classified within the new ‘Sustainability Focus’ and ‘Sustainability Impact’ categories introduced by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to combat greenwashing and provide greater transparency for investors. The firm has emphasised its long-standing commitment to responsible investment, dating back over 35 years. EdenTree sees the SDR labelling system as an important step in equipping clients with the confidence that its products are authentically sustainable. The firm intends to continue aligning with the UK’s SDR regime as it prepares for full implementation from July 2024.
LGT Capital Partners debuts Article 9 UCITS fund focused on global impact equities
LGT Capital Partners has introduced the Global Impact Equities strategy, a new UCITS fund aiming to invest in publicly listed companies that provide measurable societal and environmental benefits. This strategy, classified as Article 9 under the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), targets companies aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The fund adopts a bottom-up, high-conviction approach to identify 40-50 global equities demonstrating robust financial returns alongside positive impact outcomes. It will focus on companies addressing key global challenges such as health, food security, climate action, and financial inclusion. Portfolio companies must derive at least 50% of revenues from impact-related activities, backed by credible and transparent reporting. The fund integrates ESG risk evaluation into its investment process and excludes businesses with exposure to activities such as fossil fuel extraction and weapons.
Chui Ventures closes USD 17.3m debut fund
Chui Ventures, an Africa-focused venture capital firm, has announced the final close of its debut fund at USD 17.3 million and the launch of its second fund targeting USD 60 million. Founded by Kenyan investor and entrepreneur Ken Njoroge, Chui Ventures aims to support early-stage tech startups across Africa with a particular focus on female-led enterprises and underserved sectors. The initial fund has already backed a range of startups in fintech, healthtech, and edtech. With strong participation from high-net-worth individuals and family offices, the new USD60 million fund will concentrate on growth-stage investments while continuing to prioritize impact and gender inclusion. The firm emphasizes fostering innovation and building sustainable ecosystems that can drive long-term growth on the continent. Njoroge’s experience as co-founder of Cellulant, a successful African fintech, positions Chui Ventures as a well-informed and connected investor in the region’s evolving startup landscape.
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Reverion Secures USD 41 Million in Carbon Removal Deals to Scale Biogas-Based CCS Technology
German clean-tech company Reverion has secured a USD 41 million offtake deal via Frontier to remove 96,000 tons of CO2 between 2027 and 2030 using an innovative biogas-to-power system. Reverion’s solid oxide fuel cells convert biogas from waste into electricity while capturing carbon from both methane and CO2, significantly increasing carbon removal compared with conventional combined heat and power plants. This approach eliminates harmful methane emissions and achieves record-high biogas-to-electricity efficiency, enabling decentralized clean power directly at biogas sites. By permanently storing the captured CO2 the technology offers a scalable, near-term carbon removal pathway; if deployed globally, expanded biogas production and capture could remove over 2 gigatons of CO2 annually