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Agri-focused deeptech startup Ecozen raises $30 Mn

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Agri-focused deeptech startup Ecozen raises $30 Mn
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Agriculture-focused deeptech startup Ecozen has raised $30 million in a mix of debt and equity from Nuveen Global Fund and other existing equity investors, and new debt support from InCred Credit Fund and International Development Finance Corporation (IDFC). In January last year, the Pune-based startup secured $25 million led by Nuveen. It has raised around $70 million across debt and equity to date. Ecozen plans to expand its current offerings and extend its market reach to Africa and Southeast Asia, the company said in a press release. Ecozen offers climate-smart deep tech solutions and core technology stacks including motor controls, IoT, and energy storage that leverage solar power. The company has two core products Ecotron and Ecofrost. The company claims to have grown 5X over the last two years, with profits growing 3X as well. Ecozen anticipates doubling its revenue in the current fiscal year, and plans to leverage its advanced tech stack to enter new segments. Ecozen added that these solutions will decarbonise sectors like milling, mobility, retail and industry, just as the company’s pumping and cooling solutions did for agriculture. As per startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Ecozen’s revenue surged by 139% to Rs 293.24 crore in FY23 from Rs 122.57 crore in FY22. The sale of solar and related products accounted for 90% of its collections in the fiscal year ending March 2023. The firm also turned profitable with Rs 5.76 crore profits in FY23 as compared to a loss of Rs 37 lakh in FY22. The firm is yet to file its annual report for FY24. Ecozen competes with Powerflex, Inficold and Khetworks.

Climate tech startup Ecozen raises $23 Mn in debt

EntrackrEntrackr · 10m ago
Climate tech startup Ecozen raises $23 Mn in debt
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Climate-focused deeptech startup Ecozen has raised over $23 million in debt funding from responsAbility Investments AG, Northern Arc Capital Limited, Maanaveeya Development & Finance Private Limited, and others. In April last year, the Pune-based startup had raised $30 million in a mix of debt and equity from Nuveen Global Fund and others. It also secured $25 million led by Nuveen in January 2023. The proceeds will be used to drive scale in its current businesses while furthering its position in sustainable technologies. Founded by Devendra Gupta, Ecozen offers climate-smart deep tech solutions and core technology stacks including motor controls, IoT, and energy storage that leverage solar power. The company has two core products Ecotron and Ecofrost. Ecozen claims to have recorded a CAGR of over 83% in revenue growth over the past three years. The company has manufactured over 300,000 Ecotron solar pump controllers to date, with 100,000 units produced between March and December 2024 alone. As per startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Ecozen’s revenue surged by 139% to Rs 293.24 crore in FY23 from Rs 122.57 crore in FY22. The firm also turned profitable with Rs 5.76 crore profits in FY23 as compared to a loss of Rs 37 lakh in FY22. It is yet to file its annual report for FY24. Ecozen competes with Powerflex, Inficold and Khetworks. Its diverse product portfolio includes Ecotron, Ecofrost, Eco-Freeze, Ecozen atta chakki, Ecotron Omni, and e-bike controllers, catering to a range of industries and needs.

Exclusive: Ecozen to raise Rs 111 Cr debt from UTI and Spark Investment

EntrackrEntrackr · 1d ago
Exclusive: Ecozen to raise Rs 111 Cr debt from UTI and Spark Investment
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Exclusive: Ecozen to raise Rs 111 Cr debt from UTI and Spark Investment Climate-focused deeptech startup Ecozen has raised Rs 111.6 crore (around $12.5 million) in debt funding from UTI International Wealth Creator and Spark Alternative Investment fund. According to its filing sourced from the Registrar of Companies (RoC), Ecozen’s board approved the issuance of 500 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) to Spark Alternative Investment Firm and 616 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) to UTI International Wealth Creator at a face value of Rs 10 lakh each to raise the amount as mentioned above. The proceeds will be used for immediate capital requirements for aiding the growth of the business. Founded by Devendra Gupta, Ecozen offers climate-smart deep tech solutions and core technology stacks, including motor controls, IoT, and energy storage that leverage solar power. The company has two core products, Ecotron and Ecofrost. Ecozen claims to have recorded a CAGR of over 83% in revenue growth over the past three years. The company has manufactured over 300,000 Ecotron solar pump controllers to date, with 100,000 units produced between March and December 2024 alone. Ecozen has raised $76.4 million in funding to date, with Nuveen as its lead investor. The company raised $23 million in debt in January this year from responsAbility Investments AG, Northern Arc Capital Limited, Maanaveeya Development & Finance Private Limited, and others. The company is yet to file its financial results for FY25. However, in FY24, Ecozen’s revenue from operations grew to Rs 458 crore as compared to Rs 293 crore in FY23. At the same time, the firm’s profit increased to Rs 20 crore in FY24. Ecozen competes with Powerflex, Inficold, and Khetworks. Its diverse product portfolio includes Ecotron, Ecofrost, Eco-Freeze, Ecozen atta chakki, Ecotron Omni, and e-bike controllers, catering to a range of industries and needs.

30 Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eyes In April 2024

Inc42Inc42 · 1y ago
30 Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eyes In April 2024
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Indian founders are known for their focus on creating value rather than raising funds. The Indian startup ecosystem has seen a surge in early-stage cleantech ventures, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship. Other sectors such as D2C, agritech, and AI are also contributing to the disruption in the ecosystem. Despite challenges such as regulatory hurdles and funding declines, the innovative spirit of Indian startups remains strong. This list highlights 30 startups to watch, including companies in various industries such as office space technology, AI-based tutoring, lunchbox solutions, health-conscious cutlery, and more. These startups are making waves in their respective fields and have the potential for significant growth and success.

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