Clean technology continues to change our world, and as semiconductor devices
become ubiquitous due to growing consumer mobile demands, and the internet-of
things concept becomes a reality, support for innovative thought leaders should be
continued, argue Eileen Tanghal, senior investment director, Applied Ventures, and
Joe Dews, partner, AGC Partners.
The past two years have seen a significant decline in the number of venture firms making new investments in the Energy Technology and Semiconductor sectors. As a result, it has become increasingly difficult for private companies
raising capital in these sectors.
With fewer funds and less money chasing deals, however, there is more opportunity to invest in high-quality companies at attractive valuations.
Increasingly, corporate investors are playing a critical role in financing companies in these sectors, with 54% of energy…
