Investing, Building, and Innovating
Three strategic units driving the transformation toward a carbon-neutral society.
Three Paths to a Sustainable Future
We combine strategic investment, collaborative incubation, and advanced material science to accelerate the energy transition in Europe.
Corporate Venture Capital
We invest in visionary startups developing disruptive low-carbon technologies and advanced materials.
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We partner with entrepreneurs to build sustainable business models from the ground up, leveraging our global network.
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We develop next-generation solid-state electrolyte materials to enable safer, high-performance electric mobility.
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Strategic Capital for Game-Changing Tech
Idemitsu Innovation Europe identifies and invests in high-potential startups across Europe that align with our mission of a carbon-neutral society. We provide not just funding, but strategic access to the Japanese and global markets.
- Focus on Deep Tech and Advanced Materials
- Long-term partnership approach
- Access to Idemitsu's global R&D network
Turning Ideas into Sustainable Businesses
We don't just wait for innovation to happen; we help build it. Our incubation unit works closely with partners to validate business models, develop prototypes, and bring new sustainable solutions to market.
By combining Idemitsu's 100+ years of industrial expertise with the agility of European startups, we create ventures that are scalable, resilient, and impactful.
Powering the Next Generation of Mobility
The future of electric vehicles depends on battery safety and range. We are developing proprietary solid-state electrolyte technologies that promise to revolutionize energy storage.
Our materials are designed to be non-flammable, highly conductive, and environmentally friendly, addressing the critical challenges of today's lithium-ion batteries.