CCC Private Equity

CCC Private Equity operated as a pioneering environmental investment management and advisory firm from 2003 to 2015, holding full Financial Conduct Authority regulation. The company established itself as a forward-thinking financial entity that recognized the economic opportunities within the emerging low carbon economy. Through strategic investments and advisory services, CCC contributed significantly to environmental sustainability, helping to prevent the release of more than 100 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions during its operational period.

The firm's robust asset management division oversaw an impressive portfolio valued at US$1.6 billion distributed across multiple specialized funds. CCC distinguished itself by managing the world's largest private sector carbon fund at that time, demonstrating its leadership in climate finance. Additionally, the company operated one of Europe's most substantial cleantech investment funds, providing crucial capital to emerging technologies addressing environmental challenges. Their investment approach extended to specialized Venture Capital Trust funds focused on UK onshore renewable energy projects, supporting the development of sustainable power generation infrastructure across Britain.

Beyond traditional environmental sectors, CCC demonstrated remarkable foresight by establishing the United Kingdom's first green commercial real estate fund. This innovative financial vehicle channeled investment toward energy-efficient buildings and sustainable property developments, helping transform the commercial real estate landscape with environmentally responsible practices. The firm's comprehensive approach to climate-focused investing positioned it as a trailblazer in sustainable finance years before ESG investing became mainstream in financial markets.

Complementing its investment activities, CCC maintained a sophisticated advisory business that provided multifaceted guidance to diverse clients navigating the transition to a lower-carbon economy. The firm delivered specialized financial, strategic, and policy consultation to energy-intensive industrial sectors seeking to reduce their environmental footprint while maintaining competitiveness. CCC's advisory expertise also extended to financial institutions developing climate-related products, cleantech companies scaling their innovations, and government entities crafting effective environmental policies. This comprehensive service offering established CCC as a holistic partner for organizations across the public and private sectors addressing climate challenges through the 2000s and early 2010s.