Bootstrap Europe specializes in providing venture and growth loans, with a strong commitment to fostering green technology businesses across Europe. As the first lender to dedicate funding specifically to this sector, we have supported companies driving innovation in areas such as circular economy solutions, pesticide alternatives, green electric drives, and beyond. Our focus extends to enabling businesses to scale, establish pilot plants, and fulfill their initial contracts across a range of industries, including green energy, hardware, Deeptech, SaaS, and smarter city technologies.
With a team whose collective expertise and network have facilitated investments in some of Europe’s most dynamic climate-focused scale-ups, we are proud to contribute to sustainable growth and technological advancement. Following the acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank’s German portfolio, Bootstrap Europe has become a key lending partner in the German market. Our efforts are backed by leading financial institutions, family offices, and private investors, including the Visa Foundation, the European Investment Fund, and the British Business Bank.
„While we see fantastic climate tech entrepreneurs transforming scientific breakthroughs into practical solutions, and Venture Capitalists stepping in to fuel early green innovations, there remains a significant financing gap. This gap often arises in the phase where companies begin scaling and rolling out their solutions. Traditional banks typically focus on infrastructure financing after operations are fully established, leaving a void during this transitional period. At Bootstrap Europe, our mission is to bridge this gap by providing tailored loan solutions, enabling these businesses to achieve their scaling objectives and drive sustainable climate impact effectively.“
Stephanie Heller Galantine, Managing Partner
