CRH Ventures

About The Fund

CRH Ventures is the venture capital arm of CRH, one of the world’s leading building materials businesses and a notable entity on both the Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 indices. With a substantial presence, they generate over $35 billion in 2023 revenue, employ more than 78,500 people across 3,155 locations in 28 countries. They have a legacy of over 50 years in the industry which anchors their expertise and commitment to innovation. Their investment focus is broad yet finely attuned to specific sectors that resonate with their background and strategic interests. They primarily invest in PropTech, Business Solutions, Hardware and Manufacturing, CleanTech, HealthTech and Fitness, Web Security and Privacy, Cloud Services and Infrastructure, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, Real Estate and Construction, Healthcare and Wellness, and Consumer sectors. These interests reflect a resolve to shape the future of the built world by collaborating with and bolstering startups poised to revolutionize ConTech and ClimateTech. CRH Ventures supports early-stage companies through seed and Series A investments, with a minimum investment of $1 million, a maximum of $5 million, and a sweet spot at $2.5 million. They also run accelerator programs, indicating a hands-on approach to fostering innovation in areas such as Water Solutions, Roads of the Future, and Sustainable Building Materials. These programs showcase their commitment to safer, smarter, more efficient, and sustainable industry practices. Their recent collaboration with Oldcastle APG in the acquisition of Yardzen underlines their active role in industry transformation. Their prestigious projects, such as the Louis Vuitton Museum and the Lake Washington electrified light rail line, highlight their technical prowess and innovative spirit. CRH Ventures not only offers financial support but also a partnership for long-term ambition fulfillment.