UC Impower
Bengaluru impact fund for financial services and climate
UC Impower took part in 1 disclosed round in Indian startups in 2026 (1 as lead), most often Series B rounds in Mobility & Logistics; its latest was Matel Motion and Energy Solutions on 3 August 2026.
About UC Impower
UC Impower is a Bengaluru impact venture firm incubated by Unitus Capital. It backs early-growth companies in financial services and climate solutions. British International Investment committed to its India fund.
Investment thesis
- Impact investing in financial inclusion and climate
- Early-growth rounds, often as co-investor
Stages
Sectors
Funds
- UC Impower Fund I · Rs 500 crore target · India
Deals in 2026
| Date | Company | Round | Amount | Role | Co-investors | Story |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 August 2026 | MM | Series B | ₹130 crore | Lead | Catamaran Ventures, Transition VC | Story |
Stage and sector mix
Disclosed rounds UC Impower took part in, by stage and by sector.
| Stage | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Series B | 1 | 0 |
| Sector | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility & Logistics | 1 | 0 |
Frequent co-investors
| Investor | Rounds together |
|---|---|
| Catamaran Ventures | 1 |
| Transition VC | 1 |
Best bets in India
Indian portfolio
- AEAmpereHour EnergyClimate & energy · in at Series A · 2025
- GRGrowXCDFintech · in at Series B · 2025
- MM
Matel Motion and Energy SolutionsMobility & Logistics · in at Series B · 2026 · Led
- SFSwara FincareFintech
- UHUnico Housing FinanceFintech · in at Series A · 2025
India-based companies only. Linked names have a StopDown page; the rest link up on their own as soon as we cover them.
UC Impower in the news
- MMMatel Motion and Energy Solutions · Funding · 3 August 2026 · ₹130 croreMatel raises ₹130 crore in Series B fundingMatel designs and manufactures motors and powertrains for electric vehicles and industrial use
- MMMatel Motion and Energy Solutions · Funding · 3 August 2026 · ₹130 croreMatel Motion raises ₹130 crore Series B for expansionMatel designs and manufactures motors, controllers, and integrated powertrains for electric vehicles and industrial use
Questions about UC Impower
How many investments did UC Impower make in India in 2026?
StopDown has recorded 1 disclosed round in Indian startups with UC Impower in 2026 so far, 1 of them as lead. The latest was Matel Motion and Energy Solutions on 3 August 2026 (₹130 crore).
Which sectors does UC Impower invest in?
In the 2025 and 2026 rounds StopDown recorded, UC Impower invested most often in Mobility & Logistics (1 round). Its stated focus: Fintech and Climate & energy.
Does UC Impower lead rounds?
Yes. StopDown's records name UC Impower as lead or co-lead in 1 of the 1 rounds it took part in during 2025 and 2026, 1 of them in 2026.
Sources: f4.fund · caplight.com · news.ventureintelligence.com · checked 2026-10-18