Q&A with Theo Schulte, investment manager, EnBW New Ventures
Meghan Sharp has departed from BP Ventures after more than a decade to head up the $600m Decarbonization Partners fund.
Shell Ventures intends to invest the capital over the next six years to support energy technology startups and scale-ups.
The lithium-ion battery provider's latest financing came through a private placement co-led by Volkswagen that also featured Scania.
The solid-state battery provider pulled in funding through a series B round co-led by potential customers BMW and Ford Motor Company.
Restructure at BP follows Meghan Sharp's return as global head of ventures.
Total Carbon Neutrality Ventures' international outlook has eased the switch to remote working somewhat, and opportunities are available for careful investors.
Lambert told GCV she believes investors will continue to back portfolio companies, but the inability to meet potential portfolio companies on the ground will hinder new investments.
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