Inspired Evolution
Overview
Inspired Evolution is a specialized private equity investment firm founded in 2007, focusing on climate-driven themes in Africa. It manages a series of funds (Evolution I, II, and III) that invest in clean energy infrastructure, energy access, and resource efficiency. The firm takes significant minority and controlling equity stakes in businesses, targeting both infrastructure-type projects and growth equity opportunities to support Africa's energy transition.
Portfolio Companies
15
Website
inspiredevolution.co.zaInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| d.light | Oct 2021 | Series E Extension | Lead |
| Rensource Energy | Dec 2019 | Series A | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Inspired Evolution based?
Inspired Evolution is headquartered in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.
When was Inspired Evolution founded?
Founding year information for Inspired Evolution is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Inspired Evolution have?
Inspired Evolution has 15 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Inspired Evolution's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include d.light, Rensource Energy.
What was Inspired Evolution's most recent investment shown here?
Inspired Evolution's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in d.light in 2021.
What sectors does Inspired Evolution focus on?
Inspired Evolution focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, FinTech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech, FinTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Inspired Evolution focus on?
Inspired Evolution typically invests at the Late stage.
What is Inspired Evolution's AUM?
Inspired Evolution's assets under management are estimated between $510.0M and $999.0M.