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Cleantech
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Apricum is an advisory boutique focused on small- and mid-cap transactions in Europe. We support companies and investors across the full transaction lifecycle—from shaping growth strategies to executing acquisitions and delivering successful exits. Our strong heritage in Strategy Consulting underpins our approach, complemented by hands-on Transaction Advisory. Together, we deliver integrated support that combines strategic insight with rigorous execution at every stage.
Unlock growth, access capital, and achieve your Exit
Small and mid-sized companies are the backbone of the cleantech industry, making up 99% of all businesses in Europe and employing millions. But access to capital and successful exits don’t come automatically. That’s where Apricum helps.
Apricum offers end-to-end M&A support with a focus on small and mid-cap transactions in Europe
Our M&A expertise covers both growth-driven acquisitions and strategic exits, providing tailored support for every transaction route.
BUY/BUILD ROUTE
On the buy-side, we help investors and corporates define and execute growth strategies, combining targeted deal sourcing and transaction execution with rigorous commercial due diligence.
SELL-SIDE ROUTE
On the sell-side, we prepare companies for exit, refine their positioning, and manage the sale process to achieve optimal outcomes, supported by robust vendor due diligence.
Why choose Apricum?
Get noticed by investors: We craft your growth story to stand out in a competitive market
Access the right captial: Venture, equity, or strategic partners — we connect you with the right investors to accelerate your funding journey
Maximize your exit value: Timing, positioning, and strategy are crucial to a successful sale or partnership. We guide you at every step to achieve the best possible outcome
We combine deep technical and commercial expertise with a strong industry network and proven transaction experience to support investors and corporates across clean energy markets. Our long-standing client relationships and successful mandates demonstrate our ability to help clients deploy capital effectively and make informed investment decisions.
Years dedicated to renewable energy and cleantech
countries served across 5 continents
Completed projects
Transaction volume involvement €bn
Insights
Explore our recent articles on the latest developments in the cleantech industry or read about our recent transactions.
Where to Invest in Europe’s Upstream Battery Market — Trends, Risks & Success Factors
As capital begins to return to Europe’s upstream battery sector, investors are becoming more selective. This article explores key success factors, emerging technology trends, and where to invest next — from solid-state breakthroughs to strategic offtake agreements and Asia–Europe partnerships.
Apricum White Paper: How Heat Pumps Are Powering Europe’s Energy Transition
As Europe accelerates its shift to low-carbon energy, heat pumps are playing a critical role — but the path to widespread adoption remains complex. Download Apricum’s new white paper to understand the key trends, challenges and opportunities in the European heat pump sector.
From PV Pains to Battery Gains: What We Learned at Smarter E Europe 2025
Smarter E Europe highlighted trends in utility-scale PV, digitalization, C&I solutions, evolving BESS designs, HEMS consolidation, and rising sodium-ion tech amid regulatory uncertainty and market hesitation among solar and mounting players.
Playing Offense in the PPA Space with 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy PPAs
As corporate decarbonization targets become harder to meet, the rise of 24/7 carbon-free electricity (CFE) PPAs present a much sought-after solution for companies seeking to further decarbonize their emissions.
