Hampus Jakobsson

Hampus Jakobsson is a General Partner at Pale Blue Dot, a venture capital firm focused on seed-stage investments in climate technology startups across Europe and the United States. He has a diverse background that includes experience as a software engineer, startup founder, angel investor, and now venture capitalist. His career reflects a significant shift from traditional tech sectors to a dedicated focus on climate solutions, which he has pursued in recent years.12

Professional Background

• Education: Hampus holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science.
• Career Path: He started his career as a software engineer and later transitioned into founding startups. Over time, he became involved in angel investing before co-founding Pale Blue Dot, where he now concentrates on addressing climate challenges through innovative technologies.34
• Investment Philosophy: Hampus believes in combining both degrowth ideas and scalable technical solutions to effectively tackle the climate crisis. His approach emphasizes building strong relationships with founders and supporting them in their endeavors to create impactful companies.25

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Hampus enjoys cooking and reading, reflecting his commitment to personal growth and exploration beyond the business realm.2