Organization · Venture Capital

noa (formerly A/O)

noa, formerly A/O, is a venture capital firm based in London, focused on investing in technology-driven solutions for the built world, including real estate and construction tech. The firm aims to decarbonize the built environment through innovative startups.

Venture CapitalFunder

Overview

What noa (formerly A/O) does

What noa (formerly A/O) is

noa, formerly A/O, is a venture capital firm based in London, focused on investing in technology-driven solutions for the built world, including real estate and construction tech. The firm aims to decarbonize the built environment through innovative startups.

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
Founded
Founded in 2019
Approximate age
About 7 years
Structured capabilities
Funder
Last reviewed
April 9, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

noa (formerly A/O) as a funder

Investment thesis

Noa targets the intersection of technology and the built environment, focusing on real estate, construction, energy, and mobility. The organization believes that the built world is underdigitized and a significant contributor to carbon emissions, presenting a substantial opportunity for tech-enabled decarbonization and efficiency.

Focus narrative

Noa invests in technology-driven solutions within the real estate sector, including construction tech and climate/energy transition. The organization is committed to supporting startups that are innovating at the intersection of technology and the built environment.

Value beyond capital

Noa offers patient, long-duration investing through its €250M permanent capital structure, allowing for flexibility in supporting innovative startups. The organization leverages its expertise and network in the built environment to add value to its portfolio companies.

Focus and fit

Stages
Seed · Series A
Regions
Global · Uk · United States

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
14

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include Satellite Vu, which provides thermal data observation from space; Plentific, a property management software platform; 011H, which digitizes design and build processes; and Passive Logic, known for its fully autonomous building management systems.

Common questions

What to know about noa (formerly A/O)

Upseed classifies noa (formerly A/O) 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 9, 2026

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