Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | IT (& TMT) • Energy • CleanTech • Blockchain (& Cryptos) |
Stages | Expansion, Acquisition |
Investing | United States |
Assets Under Management | $37,000,000,000 |
EnCap Investments L.P. is a private equity firm specializing in the energy sector, leveraging their expertise in equity investments primarily within IT & TMT, Energy, CleanTech, and Blockchain & Cryptos industries. They have a robust focus on facilitating expansion and acquisition, helping to steer independent energy companies towards growth and success. Founded in 1988 and with a substantial $37 billion under management, EnCap has positioned itself as a leading provider of growth capital to the North American energy industry. Their approach is anchored in partnering with the best management teams and backing them with financial resources and strategic support. EnCap has raised 25 funds totaling $47 billion in capital commitments and backed over 275 teams. Operating through three main verticals—Upstream, Midstream, and Energy Transition—EnCap is proactive in identifying and investing in promising businesses and assets. Their Midstream vertical, EnCap Flatrock Midstream formed in 2008, focuses on the midstream sector, while their upstream efforts have been ongoing since the firm's inception, highlighting their longstanding commitment to the traditional energy space. Furthermore, EnCap actively engages in energy transition investments, capitalizing on the movement towards a low-carbon energy system. EnCap underscores the importance of seasoned management teams with an impressive track record, strong relationships, disciplined capital advancement, early-stage company investments, and prudent risk management. Integral to their mission is a commitment to environmental, social, and governance principles, emphasizing ethical and responsible investing. They house experienced teams across their verticals, managing professionals with deep expertise in various facets of energy investment and operations. EnCap Investments can be reached at their headquarters in Houston, Texas, and has additional operations through EnCap Energy Transition and EnCap Flatrock Midstream in separate locations.