Nesta Impact Investments invests in early-stage tech (seed-series A) with measurable social impact. Parent: Nesta, UK's innovation charity (est. 1998). £50m fund (2022); portfolio of 40+ companies. Team of 12 (3 partners). Co-invests with EDP Ventures, Centrica, Imperial Innovations. Notable exits: Featurespace (Visa, 2024); acquisitions incl. Varex, Skimlinks. Active supporter; provides networks, policy expertise, data skills.
Investment Focus
Investment Thesis
Impact investing, seed-to-series A. £150k-£2m checks (older data); newer strategy £500k-£1m. Three core missions: fair start in education, healthy lives, sustainable economy. Sector focus: edtech, healthtech, foodtech, climatetech. Board/observer seats; active support. UK-based mostly. NB: closed to new seed/series A from 2025; pivoting to portfolio management & Mission Studio.
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