Opening EnergyLab’s selected pipeline to eligible investors
Each year the fund backs 10 high-potential climate startups to join EnergyLab’s flagship accelerator. Eligible investors can engage with a network of family offices, high-net-worth individuals and sophisticated investors, and can participate in the final stage of the selection process.
Startups the Fund invested in*
* Past investments are examples only and are not indicative of future performance.
Angel-style investing. Fund structure.
It can be difficult to access and assess high-potential early-stage investment opportunities through direct angel investing, while also building a diversified portfolio. The Fund provides eligible investors with investments in 10 startups each year, with EnergyLab supporting those high-potential startups through its accelerator program. Investors also have the option to participate in the final stage of the selection process, retaining the engagement and personal involvement of angel investing.
Pipeline
Access EnergyLab’s pipeline of the most promising climate tech startups in Australia
Exposure
Diversified exposure across 10 startups per year
Managed fund
Fund managed by Impact Ventures
Experienced investors
Participate alongside experienced investors
Australia’s leading climate tech hub
Since 2017, EnergyLab has empowered visionary energy and climate tech founders by connecting them with influential mentors, advisors, partners, investors, and peers. The accelerator is EnergyLab’s flagship program, providing leading climate tech startups with the capital and support they need to reach their potential.
Largest dedicated climate tech network in the country
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330+ startup alumni & 240+ angel investors
10+ startup programs supporting a high-quality pipeline
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From idea-stage to international expansion
$348m raised by our Australian alumni in 2025
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(>50% of Australian climate VC)
How the Accelerator Fund works
- Diversification by design — 10 startups per year
- Focused on finding standout startups — rigorous search and selection process
- Follow-on opportunities— visibility and access where available
- Streamlined administration — investments managed by Impact Ventures
- Optional participation — engage in the final selection process
Why Founders choose EnergyLab
“ EnergyLab was a great experience overall. This includes the programme itself, the mentors, the topics; everything was relevant and very beneficial. However, the best experience was connecting with other like-minded founders, some at later stages of the journey, some at earlier stages. For us, the interactions with these founders were as helpful as the advice from the experienced mentors. EnergyLab was transformational for Allegro Energy. ”
CEO, Allegro Energy
“ The EnergyLab community has always been incredibly supportive - they are there to help when things are tough, and celebrate when things are great. ”
Co-CEO, Amber Electric
“ EnergyLab is staffed by smart people, they are growing rapidly and they have an extensive network of contacts. If you are a clean-tech startup founder and are looking to scale it don't go anywhere else! ”
CEO, Powerpal
“ The EnergyLab Accelerator was an outstanding experience. Our network was opened up and we were offered lots of opportunities to access investors and stakeholders. The relationship with impact ventures was an important source of early funds for us. But most importantly it was run with high energy and a lot of understanding of the pressures the founders are under which was clear in how Beryl and the wider team organised their program and events, to make it easy for us. ”
Founder & CEO, Algenie
Learn more about the fund
Eligible investors can request more information about the Climate Solutions Accelerator Fund, including how the Fund works and how EnergyLab supports selected climate tech founders.
Important information
Investor Eligibility & General Information
This page is intended for wholesale clients and sophisticated investors only. It contains general information only and does not take into account any person’s objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not personal financial advice, a recommendation, or an offer to retail investors.
Fund Management & EnergyLab’s Role
The Climate Solutions Accelerator Fund is managed by Impact Ventures. EnergyLab does not hold an Australian financial services licence and does not provide financial product advice. EnergyLab’s role is to operate the accelerator program and support climate tech founders.
Investment Risks & Regulatory Information
Early-stage venture investments are high-risk, illiquid and long term. Outcomes are uncertain, loss of capital is possible, and diversification does not eliminate risk. Past performance, portfolio examples and alumni fundraising figures are not reliable indicators of future performance or future returns. Any investment will be subject to the relevant fund documents and investor eligibility checks.
Impact Ventures Management Pty Ltd is a corporate authorised representative (CAR No. 1286219) of Wicklow Fund Services Pty Ltd (ACN 098 472 587, AFSL 238198).