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Indian startups seek tax reforms, infrastructure development, and more from Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2025

Indian startups seek tax reforms, infrastructure development, and more from Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2025

We are thrilled to share that Sandiip Bhammer, Founder & Managing Partner of Green Frontier Capital, was featured in YourStory Media's article on expectations for Union Budget 2025.

In the article, Sandiip discusses the critical need for reforms to drive growth in sectors like greentech and electric mobility. He highlights the importance of scaling PLIs for EV manufacturing, offering tax benefits for climate-tech R&D, and developing a clear renewable energy roadmap. With these measures, India can position itself as a global leader in sustainable growth and climate solutions.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalFebruary 1, 2025Green Frontier Capital, Source: Yourstory, Sandiip Bhammer

Unleashing the power of Her: Women-led startups changing the game

Unleashing the power of Her: Women-led startups changing the game

As reported by YourStory: Celebrating Women Innovators in Agritech!

We’re thrilled to see NIDHI NIRMAL, Co-founder and CBO of KisanKonnect Safe Foods, a proud portfolio company of Green Frontier Capital, featured in YourStory Media's AWS Women in Tech Series!

Through KisanKonnect, Nidhi is reshaping the agritech landscape, empowering farmers, and connecting them directly to consumers for fresh, preservative-free produce. By combining technology and sustainability, KisanKonnect is redefining the farm-to-table experience in India.Congratulations to Nidhi and all the inspiring women leading change in tech and innovation!

PressGreen Frontier CapitalNovember 26, 2024Green Frontier Capital, Source: Yourstory, KisanKonnect

Green Frontier Capital launches Rs 1,500 Cr fund aimed at climate tech startups

Green Frontier Capital launches Rs 1,500 Cr fund aimed at climate tech startups

From Your Story: Green Frontier Capital is proud to unveil the India Climate Opportunities Fund – a SEBI-approved Category 2 AIF with a target of ₹1,500 crores!

This fund is a major step toward a sustainable India. By backing innovative Indian startups in climate technology, we're driving progress in decarbonization and digitization to power a green future.

Here’s to building an impactful and resilient tomorrow!

PressGreen Frontier CapitalNovember 13, 2024Green Frontier Capital, Source: Yourstory

Climate Crusade: India’s instrumental role in climate justice amid global North-South divide

Climate Crusade: India’s instrumental role in climate justice amid global North-South divide

Your Story Reports: Sandiip Bhammer, Managing Partner of GFC writes on India’s strategic commitment to reducing its carbon intensity and enhancing its renewable energy capacity underscores its dedication to combating climate change.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalApril 29, 2024Sandiip Bhammer, Green Frontier Capital, Source: Yourstory

Budget 2024 Provides Support For Wind, Solar Energy; Fails To Address Alternative Auto Fuels

Budget 2024 Provides Support For Wind, Solar Energy; Fails To Address Alternative Auto Fuels

Aparajita Saxena reports for Your Story: Budget 2024 in India has unveiled support for the growth of the green energy sector, particularly focusing on wind and solar energy. The budget provides solar rooftop panels to households below the poverty line, potentially leading to substantial savings and supporting the electric vehicle sector. The decision to provide free electricity via rooftop solarisation is a double win as it reduces the environmental impact and eases the financial burden on households.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalFebruary 5, 2024Green Frontier Capital, Sandiip Bhammer, Source: Yourstory

EV Sector Gets Boost For Charging Infra, Public Transportation From Budget 2024

EV Sector Gets Boost For Charging Infra, Public Transportation From Budget 2024

Aparajita Saxena reports for Your Story: Budget 2024 has brought a significant boost to the electric vehicle (EV) sector, particularly in terms of charging infrastructure support and encouragement for public transportation.Sandiip Bhammer, Founder and Co-Managing Partner, Green Frontier Capital, said, "The Budget's focus on strengthening the EV ecosystem, through support for charging infrastructure and promotion of electric buses, marks another significant step towards transitioning to a more sustainable EV-based transportation system…

PressGreen Frontier CapitalFebruary 2, 2024Green Frontier Capital, Sandiip Bhammer, Source: Yourstory

Agritech Firm KisanKonnect Secures Rs 31 Cr Pre-Series A Funding From Green Frontier Capital, Dhanuka

Agritech Firm KisanKonnect Secures Rs 31 Cr Pre-Series A Funding From Green Frontier Capital, Dhanuka

Sowmya Ramasubramanian reports for Your Story: Agritech startup KisanKonnect has successfully secured Rs 31 crore (approximately $3.7 million) in pre-Series A funding from Green Frontier Capital, a climate-focused fund, and Dhanuka Agritech Limited, a crop protection company. Kisankonnect operates by directly sourcing agricultural produce from a network of 5,000 farmers and delivering fresh vegetables and fruits through its in-house delivery channels.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalJanuary 23, 2024Source: Yourstory, Green Frontier Capital, KisanKonnect

Golden Age For Climate Tech; A Tale Of India's Two Gins

Golden Age For Climate Tech; A Tale Of India's Two Gins

Green Frontier Capital—a US-headquartered early-stage VC fund solely focused on Indian climate tech startups—believes these new-age companies will play a key role in boosting the sustainability index in India and globally.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalOctober 20, 2023Source: Yourstory, Green Frontier Capital, Sandiip Bhammer

Decoding EV Adoption: Early-Stage Startups on Subsidies, Range Anxiety Charging Infra, Funding

Decoding EV Adoption: Early-Stage Startups on Subsidies, Range Anxiety Charging Infra, Funding

At TechSparks 2023, Kazam’s Akshay Shekhar, Green Tiger Mobility’s Ashish Dokania, and Raghav Rohila Co-founder and CPO of ElectricPe, A GFC investee company, discussed how early-stage startups are overcoming barriers to EV adoption and paving the way for an electric future.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalOctober 19, 2023Source: Yourstory, BluSmart, Green Frontier Capital, Sandiip Bhammer

Next 20 Years Below To Climate Tech, With Indian Startups Creating Global Impact, Says Green Frontier Founder

Next 20 Years Below To Climate Tech, With Indian Startups Creating Global Impact, Says Green Frontier Founder

Thrilled to be featured by YourStory Media for our unwavering commitment to climate tech startups in India! Their acknowledgment inspires us to push boundaries and further our mission. Let’s work together…

PressGreen Frontier CapitalOctober 19, 2023Source: Yourstory, Sandiip Bhammer, Green Frontier Capital, BluSmart, Battery Smart, Chupps, Nutrifresh, Zero Cow Factory, RAS Luxury Oils, ElectricPe

Zepto, BluSmart, Ditto Insurance Lead 2023 LinkedIn Top 20 Indian Startups List

Zepto, BluSmart, Ditto Insurance Lead 2023 LinkedIn Top 20 Indian Startups List

LinkedIn today unveiled the 2023 LinkedIn Top 20 Indian Startups List, with Zepto taking the top position, followed by BluSmart and Ditto Insurance.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalSeptember 27, 2023Source: Yourstory

Startup News and Daily Roundup: Green Frontier Capital and Companion Capital announce partnership

Startup News and Daily Roundup: Green Frontier Capital and Companion Capital announce partnership

Green Frontier Capital and Companion Capital have joined forces to support climatetech startups through various funding stages, streamlining investment processes and providing resources to accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions for a low-carbon economy.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalSeptember 14, 2023Green Frontier Capital, Source: Yourstory

Zero Cow Factory raises $4M from Green Frontier Capital, Pi Ventures, others

Zero Cow Factory raises $4M from Green Frontier Capital, Pi Ventures, others

Prasannata Patwa for YourStory reports Zero Cow Factory raised $4 million in a Seed funding round from Green Frontier Capital, GVFL, and Pi Ventures. The bioengineered milk startup will use the funds to obtain regulatory approvals to launch in the market, accelerate research and development, and increase production.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalApril 6, 2023Zero Cow Factory, Source: Yourstory

BluSmart’s fresh fundraise

BluSmart’s fresh fundraise

Team YS reports electric ride-hailing company BluSmart is in advanced talks to raise $250 million in its latest Series B round, $50 million of which will come from existing investors and founders.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalJanuary 5, 2023BluSmart, Source: Yourstory

This Pre-Series A funding round was completed exactly 12 months after the Seed funding round.

This Pre-Series A funding round was completed exactly 12 months after the Seed funding round.

Trisha Medhi for YourStory reports the pre-Series A funding round was completed just 12 months after the seed funding round. ElectricPe hopes to use the combined capital of $8 million to deepen technology investments and scale operations.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalJanuary 5, 2023ElectricPe, Source: Yourstory

Indian EV sector revs up for growth

Indian EV sector revs up for growth

EV players such as Ola Electric, Ather Energy, Sun Mobility, Honda, BluSmart, and Tata have outlined plans to set up charging and swapping stations.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalDecember 16, 2022BluSmart, Source: Yourstory

With its fleet of electric vehicles, can BluSmart solve commuting woes?

With its fleet of electric vehicles, can BluSmart solve commuting woes?

Sindhu Kashyaap for YourStory reports Instead of operating like a ride aggregator, BluSmart leases, owns, and operates EVs, thus removing the burden of asset ownership from drivers. The startup's ride-hailing service is available in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalNovember 29, 2022BluSmart, Source: Yourstory

How a trip to India prompted RevFin founder to look at data-backed lending for EVs

How a trip to India prompted RevFin founder to look at data-backed lending for EVs

Ayshwaria Lakshmi for YourStory reports there are more electric vehicles (EVs) on Indian roads than ever before. However, EVs don’t come cheap, with four-seaters starting from Rs 8.5 lakh. This is the gap EV financing platform Revfin wants to bridge by providing EV digital lending options.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalNovember 19, 2022Source: Yourstory, Revfin

From B2B to B2C, how EMotorad founders found the right match for e-bikes in India

From B2B to B2C, how EMotorad founders found the right match for e-bikes in India

Ayshwaria Lakshmi for YourStory reports according to KPMG, the Indian bicycle market size was pegged at $1.3 billion and is expected to grow to $3.51 billion by 2030, with e-bikes accounting for the strongest growth.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalNovember 5, 2022Emotorad, Source: Yourstory

EV brand EMotorad raises Rs 24Cr in Pre-Series A funding

Pooja Malik reports the startup aims to use the fresh funds to accelerate business growth, hire top industry talent, and scale the business. It also plans to integrate advanced technology to transform the way consumers view cycling.

PressGreen Frontier CapitalOctober 25, 2022Source: Yourstory, Emotorad