Updated: June 13, 2026

Venture Capital Firm
SDG
Environmental
Luminous Ventures
UK
Luminous Ventures is an early stage VC fund based in London that partners with founders pushing the boundaries of science and technology to solve the world’s greatest challenges.
About the program
Program type
Investment stage
Investment focus areas
SDG
Environmental
Recycling
Sustainable
Biodiversity
Smart Grids
Smart Grid
Water
Solar
GreenTech
Utilities
Clean Energy
Environnement
Waste
Photovoltaic
Environmental Impact
CleanTech
Sustainable Development Goals
Wind
Climate
CO2
Renewable Energy
US SDG
Environment
ESG
Sustainability
Circular Economy
Renewable
Grid
Renewables
Description
Lightspeed China Partners was founded in 2011 as an independent venture capital group and began operating as Luminous Ventures in November 2025. Luminous Ventures is a leading venture capital firm serving entrepreneurs as a lead investor in early-stage and emerging growth companies.
Location
Program details
Value add
Combining the team’s rich investment and industry experience, Luminous Ventures provides startups with a global vision and unparalleled resource support.
Investment offer
Check size$500 – $50,000,000
Can lead rounds
Yes
Lead preference
Sometimes
Funding requirements
Tech innovation that supports sustainable development.