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Factor[e] Ventures

Factor E's unique and innovative approach to impact investing sets them apart.

Factor[e]

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 accelerate the impact of innovation on economies, communities, and the environment. By collaborating with a diverse network of partners across the energy, agriculture, water, and mobility sectors, Factor E works to address climate change and reduce income inequality. 

2013
Established in
2014
Partner since
2,200 +
Full-time jobs created
Project description

Innovating impact

Shell Foundation has been a long-standing funding partner of Factor[e], providing it capital in order to identify, invest and support a number of innovative technologies and businesses serving low income customers in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Lady farmer in Africa in field of crops watering plants

Harvesting energy means breaking down silos

by Seth Silverman and Morgan DeFoort, Factor[e] VenturesSmallholder farmers are among the most underserved populations in the world – and…

30th July 2019

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For 25 years, Shell Foundation has partnered to scale clean energy solutions that boost incomes and cut emissions

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