K4 Ventures

K4 Ventures is a corporate venture capital firm and subsidiary of Kansai Electric Power Group, investing in early-stage startups in energy and related innovation. The firm invests from its parent company's commitment of up to 100 billion yen (approximately $700 million USD) over a decade, targeting emerging technologies. Its portfolio includes GridBeyond, a smart energy platform; Verdox, specializing in carbon capture; and Amogy, focused on ammonia-to-power solutions. K4 Ventures supports companies developing solutions across renewable energy, battery technology, and sustainable infrastructure, aligning with its parent's strategic goals. The firm also holds stakes in Hysata, a high-efficiency electrolyzer developer, and Form Energy, known for its long-duration energy storage technology. K4 Ventures was established in 1998; founder names are not publicly disclosed.