European Commission (Horizon Europe)
Overview
Horizon Europe is the EU's key funding programme for research and innovation. With a budget of €95.5 billion for 2021-2027, it tackles climate change, helps to achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and boosts the EU's competitiveness and growth. The programme facilitates collaboration and strengthens the impact of research and innovation in developing, supporting and implementing EU policies while tackling global challenges.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| netzfactor GmbH | Oct 2025 | Grant | Lead |
| Zelus | Sep 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Marvel Fusion | Mar 2025 | Series B Extension | Co-investor |
| CorPower Ocean | Feb 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Cool Planet Technologies | Jan 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
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FAQ
Where is European Commission (Horizon Europe) based?
European Commission (Horizon Europe) is headquartered in Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium.
When was European Commission (Horizon Europe) founded?
European Commission (Horizon Europe) was founded in 2021.
How many portfolio companies does European Commission (Horizon Europe) have?
European Commission (Horizon Europe) has 66 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in European Commission (Horizon Europe)'s portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include netzfactor GmbH, Zelus, Marvel Fusion, CorPower Ocean, Cool Planet Technologies.
What was European Commission (Horizon Europe)'s most recent investment?
European Commission (Horizon Europe)'s most recent investment on Caplight was in netzfactor GmbH in 2025.
What sectors does European Commission (Horizon Europe) focus on?
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What company stages does European Commission (Horizon Europe) focus on?
European Commission (Horizon Europe) typically invests at the MultiStage stage.
What is European Commission (Horizon Europe)'s AUM?
European Commission (Horizon Europe)'s assets under management are estimated between $100.0B and $100.0B.