Welcome To Enviu
We are a non-profit venture-building studio on a mission to create a better world. Since 2004, we’ve been pioneering innovative, circular solutions that address global environmental and social challenges at their root.
Today we have a portfolio of over 20 ventures that show a better way of doing things is possible.
Today we have a portfolio of over 20 ventures that show a better way of doing things is possible.
Welcome To Enviu
We are a non-profit venture-building studio on a mission to create a better world. Since 2004, we’ve been pioneering innovative, circular solutions that address global environmental and social challenges at their root.
Today we have a portfolio of over 20 ventures that show a better way of doing things is possible.
Today we have a portfolio of over 20 ventures that show a better way of doing things is possible.
We Are Tackling Systemic Change One Venture At
a Time.
We Are Tackling Systemic Change One Venture
At a Time.
MISSION
Building a Future Where People & Planet Thrive
Our mission is to create ventures that tackle social and environmental challenges head-on. Through systemic innovation, we challenge the norm, empower communities, and inspire industries to embrace sustainable, inclusive practices.
With our partners, we’re building a future where entrepreneurship drives the shift to a circular economy and a thriving planet for everyone.
OUR APPROACH
An Innovative Formula
For Systemic Change
Enviu’s Theory of Change is our unique approach to venture building, designed to address systemic global challenges by creating impactful and scalable businesses.
By identifying necessary business interventions along the value chain, we validate and develop sustainable business models through collaboration, testing, and iteration—whether by creating, replicating, or accelerating ventures.
OUR APPROACH
An Innovative Formula
For Systemic Change
Enviu’s Theory of Change is our unique approach to venture building, designed to address systemic global challenges by creating impactful and scalable businesses.
By identifying necessary business interventions along the value chain, we validate and develop sustainable business models through collaboration, testing, and iteration—whether by creating, replicating, or accelerating ventures.
Our Theory of Change
System
Failure
We identify root causes, leverage points and opportunities.
New Business
Models
We ideate and validate multiple potentialy system-changing models.
Impact-driven companies
We build companies that create direct positive impact.
Market
Change
These companies influence and inspire market participants by showcasing new models.
Sustainable
System
This drives the economy towards a ‘new’ normal, serving people and planet.
Our Theory of Change
System
Failure
Failure
We identify root causes, leverage points and opportunities.
New Business
Models
Models
We ideate and
validate multiple potentialy system-changing models.
validate multiple potentialy system-changing models.
Impact-driven companies
We build companies that create direct positive impact.
Market
Change
Change
These companies influence and inspire market participants
by showcasing new models.
by showcasing new models.
Sustainable
System
System
This drives the
economy towards a ‘new’ normal, serving people and planet.
economy towards a ‘new’ normal, serving people and planet.
Our Impact
“Since I began managing waste and running the DWCC, we have created 60 green jobs and stopped over 200 tons of textile waste from reaching landfills. Without a textile waste system, this impact wouldn’t be possible.”
KRISHNA
Waste Picker at Dry Waste Collection Center at Domlur
Waste Picker at Dry Waste Collection Center at Domlur
0
CO2 eq mitigated
0
total waste reduced
“My customers find fresh and healthy produce; it no longer rots. I make very good money and I can take care of my family.”
A farmer working with SokoFresh
(an Enviu Agrifood venture)
(an Enviu Agrifood venture)
0
lives reached
0
lives directly impacted
0
jobs created
Our Impact
0
CO2 eq mitigated
“Since I began managing waste and running the DWCC, we have created 60 green jobs and stopped over 200 tons of textile waste from reaching landfills. Without a textile waste system, this impact wouldn’t be possible.”
KRISHNA
Waste Picker at Dry Waste Collection Center at Domlur
Waste Picker at Dry Waste Collection Center at Domlur
0
total waste reduced
“My customers find fresh and healthy produce; it no longer rots. I make very good money and I can take care of my family.”
A farmer working with SokoFresh
(an Enviu Agrifood venture)
(an Enviu Agrifood venture)
0
jobs created
0
lives directly impacted
Our Commitment Goes Beyond Numbers…
Enviu proudly contributes to these Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Why Partner With Us?
Partnering with Enviu means joining a bold movement to reshape the world for the better. Whether it’s funding programs, investing in ventures, or sharing expertise, your support directly contributes to systemic change.
Why Partner With Us?
Partnering with Enviu means joining a bold movement to reshape the world for the better. Whether it’s funding programs, investing in ventures, or sharing expertise, your support directly contributes to systemic change.
Let’s Create Impact!
Join us in shaping a future where systemic change is the norm, not the exception.
Dieuwertje Nelissen
Chief Program Officer
Executive Board
Executive Board
Let’s Create Impact!
Join us in shaping a future where systemic change is the norm, not the exception.
Dieuwertje Nelissen
Chief Program Officer
Executive Board
Executive Board