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§ Venture Capital · San Francisco, CA, USA
Venture capital firm investing in early growth-stage companies advancing environmental sustainability and cleantech.
Ecosystem Integrity Fund is a San Francisco, California-based early growth-stage venture capital firm that invests in companies advancing environmental sustainability and commercial cleantech. The firm targets capital-efficient opportunities across niche industrial sectors such as renewable energy, green chemistry, waste reduction, power grid management, water conservation, and natural foods. Across its multiple investment vehicles, the firm manages over $450 million in total investment capital distributed among five primary funds. Ecosystem Integrity Fund is led by managing partner Devin Whatley alongside vice presidents Amanda Bamberger and Brandon Blaesser, directing capital toward sustainability-focused portfolio companies like Bluon. The firm recently expanded its financial footprint by opening the Ecosystem Integrity Growth Opportunities Fund in July 2022 and completing a Series B investment round for Bluon. Ecosystem Integrity Fund was officially established as a venture investment entity in 2010.
Key people at Ecosystem Integrity Fund.
Ecosystem Integrity Fund has 22 tracked investments across 17 companies. The latest tracked deal is $119.0M Pre-Seed in GenoGra in February 2026.
Key people at Ecosystem Integrity Fund.
Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early growth-stage companies that contribute to environmental sustainability and climate resilience. Its mission is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy by deploying private capital into sectors such as renewable energy, green chemistry, transportation, agriculture, and waste reduction. EIF’s investment philosophy centers on a systems-based approach, targeting companies that solve real environmental problems while delivering strong financial returns, thereby demonstrating that impact and profitability are not mutually exclusive. The fund has over $650 million in assets under management and actively supports startups that drive innovation in the green economy, helping to scale solutions that improve efficiency, reduce toxicity, and lower costs across industries[1][2][3].
Founded in 2010, EIF was established by partners including Managing Partner Devin Whatley, with a focus that has evolved to encompass a broad range of climate and sustainability sectors. Over time, the fund has raised multiple funds, most recently closing Fund V in 2025 with $225 million committed capital, backed by institutional investors and foundations dedicated to climate impact. This evolution reflects EIF’s deepening expertise and expanding network in sustainability investing. The firm’s early traction includes investments in companies working on nature-based carbon solutions, EV fleet optimization, flood risk management, and AI-driven waste reduction, positioning it as a leader in climate innovation[1][2][6].
EIF rides the accelerating global trend toward environmental sustainability, which is reshaping major industries through the integration of economic and ecological priorities. The timing is critical as climate change urgency, regulatory pressures, and consumer demand converge to drive massive capital mobilization into clean technologies and sustainable business models. EIF’s investments influence the broader ecosystem by fostering innovation in renewable energy, green chemistry, and smart agriculture, helping to catalyze the next phase of the Industrial Revolution centered on sustainability. This positions EIF as a key player in enabling the transition to a low-carbon, resilient economy[3][4].
Looking ahead, EIF is poised to continue expanding its portfolio in emerging sustainability sectors, leveraging Fund V’s capital to back breakthrough technologies and scalable business models. Trends such as electrification of transport, distributed energy systems, and climate-smart agriculture will likely shape EIF’s investment focus. As the urgency for climate solutions intensifies, EIF’s influence is expected to grow, driving both financial returns and measurable environmental impact. The fund’s commitment to proving that sustainability and profitability go hand in hand will remain central to its strategy, reinforcing its leadership in climate-focused venture capital[1][3].
