About
Factor E is an impact investment platform that identifies and invests in solutions to the world’s toughest climate and development problems. Operating at the intersection of risk capital, technology, and frontier markets, they find global innovations with application in emerging economies.
Project Focus
Shell Foundation is a long-standing funding partner of Factor E. With over a decade of partnership, Shell Foundation is providing Factor E with capital and support to identify, incubate, and invest into several technologies aligned to Shell Foundation’s strategy and customer focus.
Latest news and updates

Shell Foundation partners with Zypp Electric to empower transporter livelihoods, accelerate EV rental solutions, and support women’s EV adoption in India
Zypp Electric, India’s leading EV Rental platform, has partnered with UK Charity Shell Foundation to increase access to electric vehicles…
09th October 2025
Elite Founders and Invisible Markets: Lessons from our inaugural eco pilot fund journey in African eco-dynamism
Shell Foundation is pleased to share insights from EchoVC’s inaugural Eco Pilot Fund, launched in partnership with UKaid via our…
02nd October 2025