Sustainable Technologies

Sustainable Technologies (Cleantech) M&A

Growing public scrutiny of, and investor focus on ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) issues has led to greatly increased investment in sustainable technologies. Most large companies in the industry have specific environmental strategies, and targets such as to become fully circular, and to have net-zero carbon emissions.

Sustainable Technologies encapsulates a wide range of products and services from recycling to renewable energy. Through innovation, the Chemical Industry can be a large part of the solution for climate change, and we recognise both the economic and social promise of this sector.

The battery market is expanding rapidly, driven by a diverse range of technologies, from lithium-ion technology to lead acid technology. These technologies serve high-growth sectors such as electric vehicles and energy storage. It is a highly dynamic field, with companies developing novel synthetic routes, such as integrating batteries with emerging sustainability technologies, including carbon capture systems. The sector leverages a variety of different technology and materials, most notably carbon nanotubes that are used in lithium-ion batteries to boost conductivity and performance. 

Increased M&A activity is inevitable, with startups seeking commercialisation and established players looking to gain exposure to the sector.

Sub-sectors

These are some of the key sub-sectors of the Sustainable Technologies industry in which Natrium Capital has expertise:

Natrium Experience

Our scientific focus is central to retaining the position of Natrium Capital at the forefront of corporate finance in this rapidly changing sector. As a boutique M&A specialist, we have the ability to respond to evolving trends and to recognise the potential value of emerging Sustainable Technologies. This has proved crucial in realising value for our sell-side mandates for clients undertaking disposals.

Through research, our team has developed dedicated cleantech and renewables resources and is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship in solving client challenges.

Natrium’s unmatched chemical experience has led to a deep insight on the battery sector. Most recently, we advised Syensqo on its investment in Argylium, a new company dedication to developing and scaling-up advanced materials for solid-state batteries. In addition to this, we have also advised Nanocyl on the sale of its carbon nanotubes for battery materials business to Birla. Both deals required Natrium to build an extensive list of potential buyers across the globe.

Read more about our specific skills in this sector.

Drawing on the local market expertise of our international partners, Natrium Capital has significant global reach.