In the latest episode of our podcast series, Talks with Turquoise, we explore the world of sustainable weed management with Leo de Montaignac, CEO of Weedingtech, and the revolutionary technology behind Foamstream. For decades, chemical herbicides have been the go-to solution for weed control. However, mounting concerns over their environmental and health impacts – particularly…
In the latest “Talks with Turquoise” podcast, Turquoise Managing Director Ali Naini sits down with James Widmer, CEO of Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), to explore ground breaking advancements in sustainable electric motor technology. AEM, a leading British electric motor company, is redefining electric powertrains that are more efficient, more cost effective, and cleaner to make…
As the UK works to meet its ambitious Net Zero targets, the role of innovative technologies and the investment community is becoming more crucial than ever. Ian Thomas, managing director, Turquoise International, explains. Recently, I presented to an online roundtable hosted by Pensions for Purpose, delving deep into the role that the UK’s financial community…
In the latest episode of our podcast series, Talks with Turquoise, we explore the cutting-edge world of thermal energy storage technology with Dr. Robert Pfab, Chief Operating Officer of carbonclean. Energy-intensive industries, particularly those reliant on industrial process heat, face a significant challenge in reducing their carbon footprints. In the UK alone, industrial processes are…
We are pleased to confirm that Shane Woodroffe has recently joined Turquoise in a director role. An experienced financier and investment professional, with a particular focus on clean energy, Woodroffe was previously CFO at Rezolv Energy, the clean energy platform backed by the $6 billion Actis Energy V fund. Describe your career journey in less…
In the latest episode of our podcast series, Talks with Turquoise, we dive into the remarkable journey of Adaptavate and its ground-breaking material Breathaboard, a sustainable alternative to traditional plasterboard. In the UK alone, the built environment contributes an estimated 25% of total national emissions (Environmental Audit Committee). Worryingly, there have been no ‘sustained’ reductions…
London, 21 February 2024 – Redwheel, the specialist independent investment manager, today announces its strategic partnership with Turquoise, the UK’s longest established specialist in ClimateTech venture investments. The partnership’s project will be a growth stage UK ClimateTech venture fund (subject to regulatory approval), focused on easing the shortage of growth capital for UK companies with…
In the latest episode of our podcast, Talks with Turquoise, we delve into the pressing issue of electronic waste (e-waste) and introduce a revolutionary solution. Ian Thomas, managing director at Turquoise International, talks to Dr Jonathan Swanston, chief executive officer, Jiva Materials. An entrepreneur with almost 40 years’ technology and commercial experience in the chemical…
Turquoise, the UK merchant bank specialising in energy, environment and efficiency, has announced an investment by Low Carbon Innovation Fund 2 (LCIF2) in Weeding Technologies. This forms part of a £800,000 second-closing of a capital raising to be completed over the coming months. Weeding Technologies sells market-leading herbicide-free weed control machines to municipal organisations globally.…
We’re pleased to announce the participation of the Low Carbon Innovation Fund 2 (LCIF2) in the latest equity issuance by Advanced Electric Machines (AEM). This follows LCIF2’s earlier investment in an AEM loan, which we were able to lead because of our prior experience with similar technologies. Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), a leader in sustainable…