Core Insights - Emerald Technology Ventures has reached a €100 million milestone for its Global Water Fund II, aimed at investing in innovative WaterTech startups [1][6] - The fund has garnered support from notable organizations including Temasek, Grundfos Foundation, and Ecolab, among others [2][3] - The fund is part of a broader trend of increasing investment in water-related technologies, with significant funding rounds reported in the sector [4][5] Investment Details - The Global Water Fund II is targeting a total size of €150–180 million, focusing on early to growth stage companies developing solutions across the water value chain [9] - Recent investments include Hydrosat's €51 million Series B funding and PureTerra Ventures' €10 million commitment towards its €150 million WaterTech Fund II [4][5] - The fund aims to accelerate innovation in areas such as infrastructure, advanced treatment, and digitally enhanced monitoring [9] Strategic Partnerships - The partnership with DIC Corporation established a €52 million investment platform, enhancing the fund's capacity to support water resilience technologies [2] - The collaboration with Temasek and Grundfos Foundation is expected to leverage their complementary perspectives on water resilience [3][7] - Emerald's previous fund has successfully facilitated collaborations between startups and major corporations, indicating a strong track record in the sector [10] Company Background - Founded in 2000, Emerald Technology Ventures manages over €1 billion in assets and has a history of investing in climate change and sustainability challenges [8] - The firm has completed hundreds of venture transactions and has facilitated loan guarantees to over 100 startups [8] - The first close of the Global Water Fund II was announced at €60 million in late 2025, demonstrating a strong initial interest in water-related investments [8]