Accelerate Capital is an investment and business development firm based in Oslo, Norway, that supports companies addressing climate change through funding and advisory guidance. Operating from Henrik Ibsens gate 100, the team brings together finance professionals, technology specialists and policy analysts who work to help climate-focused ventures navigate regulatory requirements and financial barriers. By combining capital provision with sector knowledge, Accelerate Capital assists companies at various growth stages, from product development to international expansion, aiming to create lasting environmental impact.
The firm concentrates on impact investments in climate-related sectors, including renewable energy projects, smart grid solutions, carbon capture systems and waste-to-energy approaches like biogas and pyrolysis. Accelerate Capital evaluates policy frameworks and market conditions to support portfolio companies in meeting compliance standards and entering new markets. Connections with environmental organizations and banking partners give entrepreneurs access to networks and additional funding sources. Through tailored market analysis and capital raising support, clients can refine their business models and position themselves for sustainable development.
A dedicated focus on clean technology and battery innovation underpins Accelerate Capital’s investment approach. Its specialists, with more than 35 years of combined battery development experience and a network forged through partnerships like Bellona Batteries and the Bellona Foundation, back companies working on advanced materials, energy storage systems and grid-scale storage solutions. This expertise enables investments in projects that improve storage capacity, boost grid reliability and enable the use of renewable power sources at scale. By supporting innovations in long-duration storage and thermodynamic processes, Accelerate Capital contributes to a more resilient energy system.
