PVS Investments is a private investment firm based in Den Haag, The Netherlands, founded and led by Pjotr van Schothorst. With a background in physics and nearly two decades of entrepreneurial experience, van Schothorst reinvests profits from his past ventures to back early-stage climate technology startups. The firm focuses on ventures that emerge from university research and deep technical innovations aimed at limiting global warming.
PVS Investments specializes in pre-seed and seed funding, engaging with startups earlier than most venture capital firms. Alongside capital, the team offers tailored guidance on go-to-market plans, investor pitch refinement and team development. Founders also gain access to a network of VC contacts for follow-on rounds. Investments are aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7, 9, 12 and 13, reflecting a commitment to clean energy, responsible production and climate action.
Over the past five years, PVS Investments has backed 26 companies across clean energy production, battery innovation, e-mobility, green chemicals, precision fermentation, CO₂ capture and industrial decarbonization. In the battery sector, the firm has invested in LeydenJar, Powall, Eexion, Aqualith and Alteva Technologies. Other notable portfolio companies include Oceans of Energy with floating solar systems, H2Pro’s hydrogen electrolyzers, Tiler’s EV charging solutions and Brevel’s precision fermentation platform. This combination of financial support and hands-on mentoring helps early-stage teams build commercial traction and prepare for larger funding rounds.
