Portfolio
Industry: Meter Data Management, Energy Trading
Location: South Africa
Switch Energy
Pioneering smart metering and innovative energy trading solutions to enhance transparency and efficiency in the energy market
What they do
Transform energy trading with a proprietary console that streamlines the entire energy wheeling process, from metering and measurement to allocation, reconciliation, billing, and reporting.
Holocene testimonial
“We're honoured and excited to be working with, and backed by Holocene. It is rare that two organisations have such synergistic objectives, missions, visions and values. The impressive expertise, experience and niche knowledge about the energy trading market bring immense value to our partnership.”
Industry: Resource management & optimisation
Location: South Africa
The Awareness Company
(TACo)
Driving sustainable operational efficiencies across industries through advanced real-time data analysis and dynamic reporting.
What they do
Amalgamate data across multiple sources (e.g., IOT devices, mobile phones, sensors) to track real-time data and build out sustainability analysis and interventions for energy efficiency, water conservation, agriculture practices, conservation, and green buildings.
Holocene testimonial
“Holocene has been great since the start - the whole process was eye opening. Holocene gave us a repositioning of what investor relationships can and should look like - it’s a personal relationship we are building with Holocene.”
Asoba
Revolutionising access to affordable, reliable electricity across Africa with cutting-edge smart grid solution.
What they do
Utilise advanced AI and machine learning models to develop a smart grid management system that accurately forecasts supply and demand and optimises electricity distribution and decision-making across the continent.
Industry: Energy
Location: South Africa
Industry: Energy, E-Mobility
Location: South Africa
Zimi
Refueling with petrol sucks. Charging electric fleets “as a Service."
What they do
Empowering electric vehicle fleet operators by managing their entire charging infrastructure and energy needs.
Holocene testimonial
"Zimi owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to Holocene’s acceleration program. Their unwavering support across crucial initiatives, notably fundraising, has been a gamechanger.
The team’s diligence and thoroughness in understanding our startup’s vision and needs have truly impressed us. Their profound founder focus sets them apart, as they grasp the intricacies of the startup journey and the African landscape.
Holocene’s commitment to our success reaffirms their position as an invaluable ally on our startup’s path to meaningful climate impact."
Industry: E-Mobility
Location: Kenya
Mazi Mobility
Two-wheeler electric bikes meet F1 pit stops.
What they do
Providing electric bikes to fleets and drivers, and backing that up with the necessary infrastructure to ensure that they never run out of battery.
Holocene testimonial
“Competent team, people that have worked in investment and startups, and can really unlock value for you as an early stage company. They also introduced me to a mentor that became my fractional - CTO."
Industry: Biotech, Agrifoodtech
Location: South Africa
WildBio
Cultivating a wild future by creating Africa’s largest, most unique multi-use cell biobank.
What they do
Harness Africa's vast biodiversity (home to 25% of the world’s species) to develop unique cell lines that drive innovation in biotech, foodtech, and cell-based industries like cosmetics and textiles.
Holocene testimonial
“We have been part of two other accelerators, but this was different due to the Africa-centric and deep-dive approach that is very personalised. The business approach and business processes right from the start was very valuable.”
Industry: Precision Agriculture
Location: South Africa
Integrated Aerial Systems
Surgical precision crop spraying.
What they do
Multi-industry drone operator with strong agriculture focus, helping farmers map their farms, reduce their input, and minimise unnecessary risks.
Holocene testimonial
"Holocene’s diverse team of experts provides us with the long-term perspective and strategic guidance needed to make informed decisions that strengthen our business over time."
Industry: Energy
Location: Africa / Asia
African Clean Energy
Intelligent stoves powered by the sun.
What they do
600 million Africans still don’t have access to electricity; 1 million Africans die each year from indoor air pollution. ACE provides a cookstove that is not only clean, but also powers a household's most essential electric devices.
Holocene testimonial
"Holocene provided valuable strategic support, comprehensive financial modeling, and joined investor meetings, demonstrating professionalism and expertise throughout ACE’s working capital debt fundraising efforts during a challenging period."
