Utrecht, 18 July 2025 – Rabo Investments is pleased to announce its participation in the successful first close of SHIFT Invest IV, which has secured an impressive €92 million in committed capital. This marks a significant step forward in advancing climate and nature-positive innovation across Netherlands and Northwestern Europe.
At a time when global attention is divided among numerous pressing issues, the urgency to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion has never been more critical.
SHIFT Invest IV is designed to meet this challenge head-on by investing in pioneering entrepreneurs who are building scalable, technology-driven solutions with measurable environmental and financial impact.
With over 15 years of experience in impact investing, SHIFT Invest has a strong track record of supporting early-stage ventures through to successful exits. The fund is fully aligned with SFDR Article 9 standards and is committed to driving systemic change.
Investment strategy of this deal
Stage: Proof of Concept, Seed, Series A
Business Models: Software, hardware, or hybrid
Focus Areas: Energy, Industry, Mobility, Food & Agriculture
Geography: The Netherlands and Northwestern Europe
Initial Ticket Size: €250K – €4M
SHIFT Invest IV is well on track to reach its €150 million target. Rabo Investments is proud to be part of a strong coalition of investors and ecosystem partners, including Invest-NL, Royal Schiphol Group, regional development agencies such as Oost NL, BOM, ROM Utrecht Region, NV NOM, LIOF, IFG, and knowledge institutions like Delft Enterprises, TNO Ventures, and Wageningen University & Research. The fund is also supported by European funding, family offices, and mission-driven entrepreneurs.
“We are proud to support SHIFT Invest IV in scaling the next generation of climate and nature-positive ventures. This fund exemplifies our commitment to accelerating the transition to a sustainable economy,” said Laura Alberga Berendsen, Director Fund- & Co Investments, Rabo Investments.
