PDENH Fuels Sustainable Growth in North Holland Through Creative Investments
Haarlem, Friday, 29 August 2025.
PDENH drives sustainable economic growth in North Holland by investing in innovative and socially responsible enterprises. Early investments and strategic decisions are key to their success.
Strategic Investment in Innovative Startups
Since its transition to ROM InWest operations in 2024, PDENH has emerged as a cornerstone in supporting startups that focus on sustainable solutions and social responsibility. The fund has worked with enterprises like Sympower and Dexter, facilitating their growth from small-scale operations with fewer than 20 employees to significant companies employing 150-200 professionals each [1][5]. This transformative growth was also reflected in revenue gains, reportedly surpassing 20 times their initial figures [5].
Focusing on High-Impact Sectors
PDENH places a strong emphasis on sectors addressing pivotal challenges in society, including energy transitions, a circular economy, and sustainable mobility [1]. Investments in companies like Thorizon exemplify this strategy, as Thorizon is regarded as one of the top 10 promising modular nuclear energy companies in Europe [5]. Such high-risk, high-impact ventures are instrumental in steering the region towards a sustainable future [1].
Commitment to Sustainable and Social Responsibility
According to Leendert van Waart, the director of PDENH, the fund’s mission over the last eleven years has been to nurture ideas into reality, contributing significantly to economic and societal betterment [5]. This dedication is reflected in the multi-fold growth of their portfolio companies under their guidance and investment strategies [1].