Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Breakthrough is the launchpad for the next generation of founders.We back student entrepreneurs with bold ideas and the drive to build something great—providing them with the capital, resources, and network to scale. With $10K in grants, $100K in cloud & AI credits, top-tier legal support, and 1:1 mentorship from top founders and VCs, we help start
Investment focus
Breakthrough Energy Ventures's portfolio on More Capital spans clean energy & climate, aerospace & defense, food & agriculture. The firm is based in Menlo Park, California, United States. Of the 13 portfolio companies tracked here, 9 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $39B.
If your company is backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Employees at companies backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.
What this means for your stock
Institutional investors like Breakthrough Energy Ventures typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.
Secondary market considerations
Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.
Breakthrough Energy Ventures portfolio companies
13 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation. 4 companies do not have a publicly reported valuation.
Top holdings by valuation
By sector
Clean Energy & Climate (10)
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Industries invested in
Frequent co-investors
Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside Breakthrough Energy Ventures in the same companies.
Last verified: 2026-05-28
Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.