Carbon13 Aims for Top-Quartile Returns with SEIS Fund VIII

Funding | Aug 04, 2025 | Syndicate Room, Investment Arm

Carbon13 Aims for Top-Quartile Returns with SEIS Fund VIII

Carbon13, led by CEO Dr. Nicky Dee and Director David Gill, has announced the launch of SEIS Fund VIII, which targets high returns by investing in early-stage startups focused on climate change solutions. The fund aims to leverage UK government SEIS tax benefits, offering investors a potential 2.5x return while backing innovative companies like Carbon Scale and MatNex through its unique Venture Builder programme. Managed by SyndicateRoom, the fund emphasizes robust compliance and transparency while selecting only 10% of applicants, highlighting the risks and rewards inherent in early-stage investments.

Sectors

  • Venture Capital
  • Environmental Technology

Geography

  • United Kingdom – The article is centered around Carbon13's activities and SEIS tax benefits which are specific to UK taxpayers, indicating the fund's geographical focus on the UK market.

Industry

  • Venture Capital – The article discusses the launch of a new SEIS fund by Carbon13, highlighting activities typical of the venture capital sector, which involves capital investment in early-stage, high-potential startups.
  • Environmental Technology – The fund's focus on startups addressing climate change and environmental sustainability places it squarely within this industry, supporting technological advancements aimed at mitigating environmental issues.

Financials

  • 2.5x – The target return on investment for SEIS Fund VIII.
  • 50% – Income tax relief percentage available to investors, up to £200,000 invested under SEIS.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Carbon13Target CompanyCompanyCarbon13 is the organization launching the SEIS Fund VIII focused on climate-related startups.
SyndicateRoomFund ManagerCompanyThe entity managing SEIS Fund VIII, ensuring compliance and investor transparency for the investment.
Dr. Nicky DeeCEO of Carbon13PersonLeader of Carbon13, involved in the strategic direction and management of the fund.
David GillDirector at Carbon13PersonDirector involved in the oversight and operational management of the fund at Carbon13.