Matt joined CEV as an Investment Principal in May 2023. He brings over a decade of climatetech investing experience to CEV.

Prior to joining CEV, Matt was Director of Technology at Pangaea Ventures, an impact-focused venture capital firm. There, he played a key role in directing the firm’s technology scouting and evaluation activities. He also helped develop quantifiable impact assessment methodologies for portfolio companies and potential investments. He served as a board director and observer for multiple hardtech startups and closely supported many of the firm’s strategic limited partners.

Before his transition into venture capital, Matt was an early employee at a nanotechnology startup called PChem Associates. There, he supported fundraising efforts with angel investors, VCs, and regional economic development programs. In addition, he developed QA/QC processes and supported customers/partners on-site across the United States.

Matt holds an MPhil in Micro- and Nanotechnology Enterprise from the University of Cambridge and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a BSE in Materials Science & Engineering. He is a member of the Investor Advisory Board of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).

Perspectives from Matt

CEV Welcomes New Investor, Max Werny

CEV Team Update! A warm welcome to Max Werny, PhD, our newest Investor in Europe. Max pairs early-stage climate VC experience with deep technical expertise, a combination that will expand our capabilities to identify high-impact investments and support our portfolio companies’ growth across the region. 

Read More »

CEV Promotes Amy Zhao to Principal

Team update! We’re proud to announce Amy Zhao’s promotion to Principal at Clean Energy Ventures.   Since joining CEV, Amy has become a core member of the investment team, known for her thoughtful, sharp

Read More »