Stuart Ferguson

Cleantech, impact and circular economy venture capital

Stuart Ferguson is an experienced investor and leader in the cleantech and impact investing space, currently serving as an Investment Partner at Sustainable Ventures.1 2 Some key points about Stuart Ferguson:

Professional Background

He joined Sustainable Ventures in September 2019 as an investor focused on seed and Series A investments in cleantech businesses.2
Prior to Sustainable Ventures, Ferguson held roles including:
- Head of Investment at The London Waste & Recycling Board (2016-2019)
- Head of Fund Management at Big Issue Invest (2014-2016)
- Experience at major banks like Lloyds and Royal Bank of Scotland1 2

Expertise and Focus

Ferguson specializes in early-stage climate tech venture investing.1
He has led over 50 direct debt and equity investments ranging from startups to £1 billion enterprise value companies.2
At Sustainable Ventures, he focuses on supporting, developing and investing in early-stage climate tech businesses.3

Achievements and Impact

Under Ferguson's leadership, Sustainable Ventures has invested 12 times more in female-founded startups compared to the industry average.3
He has played a key role in Sustainable Ventures becoming Europe's largest climate tech hub, supporting over 500 businesses.1 3
Ferguson and his team recently won the "Early-stage Investor of the Year" award at the UK Green Business Awards in 2024.4

Philosophy and Approach

Ferguson is passionate about investing in businesses with social and environmental impact. He emphasizes the importance of diversity in driving innovation and believes in supporting entrepreneurs to realize their ambitions.2 3