Nesta Impact Investments
London, Englandnestainvestments.org.uk
Overview
Nesta Impact Investments is the investment arm of Nesta, a UK-based innovation agency for social good. They invest in high-impact innovations run by outstanding entrepreneurs to make real and lasting social impact in the UK and around the world, including in the US, while generating financial returns. They provide financial, knowledge and network capital to innovative tech ventures, and have backed businesses closely aligned to Nesta's missions, improving school readiness, tackling obesity and reducing household carbon emissions, by investing in edtech, foodtech, healthtech and climate tech.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aira | Aug 2025 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| Aira | Aug 2025 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| Gaia Learning | Oct 2024 | Seed | Lead |
| Aira | Jan 2024 | Series B | Co-investor |
| AirEx | Apr 2023 | Series A Extension | Lead |
Key People
Lisa Barclay
Executive Director of Investments
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.