PureTerra Ventures launches €150M WaterTech Fund II With €10M Support From Invest-NL

The firm aims to raise a total of €150 million for the fund, sourcing capital from public, private and institutional investors.

Job van Schelven, Partner at PureTerra Ventures, said, “Water is no longer a given, but a strategic prerequisite for industry. Once water availability starts to constrain operations or scaling, it quickly becomes a costly limiting factor. Across multiple sectors, we already see companies investing in solutions for water reuse and water quality. This creates a unique opportunity to generate meaningful positive impact on water quality and availability, while unlocking significant economic potential.

“Invest-NL has once again proven itself to be a partner willing to step forward when it matters, and we are grateful to the Invest-NL team for their support.”

Founded in 2017, PureTerra Ventures invests in early-stage WaterTech startups with advanced scientific hardware or AI-driven software ready for commercial scale.

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The firm focuses on technologies that enable industrial water reuse and resource recovery, leveraging a global network of distributors, utilities, governments and corporate partners to drive portfolio success.

PureTerra Ventures raised €73 million for its Fund I from investors including Orange Wings, EIF, Invest-NL, and a.s.r., supporting 14 water startups to date. Its second fund will continue investing in scalable technologies that enhance water efficiency, safety, and cleanliness across industries such as energy, food, chemicals and semiconductors.

PureTerra Ventures says Invest-NL’s role as cornerstone investor reflects confidence in its strategy, and together they aim to strengthen the Dutch water innovation ecosystem while driving global impact.

“Water plays a key role in the transition to a sustainable and future-proof economy. PureTerra Ventures has demonstrated that specialised expertise and active engagement are essential to successfully bring innovative water technologies to market. With this investment, we aim to stimulate further private investment in this strategic sector,” said Stefanie Landman, senior investment manager at Invest-NL.

Invest-NL drives and finances societal transitions across agrifood biobased and circular economy, DeepTech energy and life sciences and health sectors.

About PureTerra Ventures

PureTerra Ventures is a venture capital firm dedicated to backing early-stage water technology startups that deliver both strong financial returns and meaningful social impact. By investing in innovative solutions for water efficiency, reuse and resource recovery, PureTerra supports scalable technologies that address global water challenges while driving sustainable growth.