Organization · Venture Capital
CORBITES
CORBITES is a Madrid-based venture capital fund focused on investing in deeptech climate solutions aimed at industrial decarbonization across Southern Europe and Latin America.
Overview
What CORBITES does
What CORBITES is
CORBITES is a Madrid-based venture capital fund focused on investing in deeptech climate solutions aimed at industrial decarbonization across Southern Europe and Latin America.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
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Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Venture Capital
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- April 26, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
CORBITES as a funder
Investment thesis
CORBITES believes that industrial decarbonization is a competitiveness strategy, not just an environmental imperative. They invest in technologies that transform core industries in energy, materials, and processes, focusing on validated solutions ready for industrial deployment.
Focus narrative
CORBITES invests in deeptech and climate technologies aimed at decarbonizing core industries. Their investment strategy targets early growth-stage companies with validated technologies across sectors such as Next Generation Energy, Advanced Materials, Hardtech Mobility, Industrial Efficiency, and Climate Analytics. The fund operates primarily in Southern Europe, including Spain, Italy, and Portugal, while also extending its reach to the rest of Europe and Latin America.
Value beyond capital
CORBITES adds value to its portfolio companies by leveraging its extensive network and expertise in industrial decarbonization. They provide strategic guidance, facilitate partnerships with industrial corporates, and assist in navigating the complexities of technology validation and market deployment. Their hybrid model combines venture capital speed with private equity discipline, ensuring that portfolio companies receive the support needed to accelerate their growth and impact.
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Seed · Seed+ · Series A · Series B · Growth Equity
- Sectors
- Climate & SustainabilityEnergyBiotech & Life SciencesIndustrial & ManufacturingAgTechHealthcareFood & AgricultureLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & Transportation
- Regions
- Europe · Latam · Southern Europe
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
Portfolio context
CORBITES has a diverse portfolio of innovative companies, including: Karbon: Advanced materials technology capturing over 90% of CO2 from industrial sites. Nilus: Reduces food waste and improves access to healthy food through community buying networks. 1st Energy: Specializes in advanced materials for green hydrogen production. Cultivo: Focuses on nature-based solutions for investment in environmental projects. Parallel Carbon: Develops technology for direct air capture of CO2 while producing green hydrogen. Silica: Works on enhanced rock weathering technology for carbon dioxide removal. Zero Waste Co: Transforms food waste into valuable resources. Biocentis: Provides precision genetic solutions for pest control. Circular Materials: Extracts critical raw materials from industrial waste. Mykor: Develops biodegradable building materials from mycelium. RarEarth: Recycles rare earth magnets from end-of-life machinery. Seamoretech: Innovates in water management with zero liquid discharge technology. DMAT: Creates low-carbon building materials using advanced nanotechnology.
Common questions
What to know about CORBITES
Upseed classifies CORBITES under the Venture Capital organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
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Source basis
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Last reviewed
April 26, 2026
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