Rubio Impact Ventures Secures €70 Million for Third Fund to Tackle Global Challenges
Amsterdam, Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
Amsterdam’s Rubio Impact Ventures raises €70 million for its third fund, aiming to invest in 30 startups that address climate change and social inequality, boosting total assets to €220 million.
A Significant Boost for Impact Investing
Rubio Impact Ventures, based in Amsterdam, has successfully raised over €70 million for its third impact fund. This development underscores the growing momentum in impact investing, particularly in addressing global issues such as climate change and social inequality. The new fund aims to invest in thirty startups that offer scalable solutions to these challenges, increasing Rubio’s total assets under management to €220 million [1][2][3].
Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations
The fund is supported by a robust network of partners, including several Dutch financial institutions and the European Investment Fund (EIF). Notable contributors include Invest-NL, Oost NL, Brabantse Ontwikkelingsmaatschappij, ING Social Impact Investments, and the NN Social Innovation Fund. This diverse investment base highlights the confidence in Rubio’s ability to drive impactful change through strategic investments [1][2][3].
Portfolio and Investment Focus
Among the companies targeted for investment are Sympower, which focuses on enhancing grid stability to facilitate the renewable energy transition, and NoPalm Ingredients, which produces sustainable palm oil alternatives. Additionally, OpenUp aims to democratize mental health support by offering accessible services across Europe. These companies reflect Rubio’s commitment to fostering innovations that tackle environmental and social issues [2][3][4].
The Future of Impact Investing
Founded in 2015, Rubio has consistently led the way in European impact investing. With the launch of its third fund, the firm aims to further establish impact investing as a mainstream asset class by 2030. Rubio’s strategy involves not only providing capital but also collaborating with other venture capital partners to expand its reach and enhance sector expertise. This approach is designed to nurture a robust ecosystem for impact investing across Europe [1][3][4].