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Key people at Centrotec.
Centrotec was founded in 1998 by Guido A Krass (Founder & Major Shareholder).
Centrotec SE operates as a German family investment company, focusing its industrial portfolio on energy-efficient building technology. The company develops and provides integrated system solutions for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). Its approach emphasizes sustainability and resource conservation through advanced product development and smart system integration across independent portfolio companies.
Guido A. Krass founded Centrotec SE in 1998, driven by early recognition of the demand for sustainable building solutions. As main shareholder and executive Chairman, Krass leveraged the long-term value of investing in technologies that improve energy consumption and reduce environmental impact. His entrepreneurial background positioned the company as a holding entity for specialized industrial firms.
Centrotec's offerings serve construction companies, architects, and property developers seeking advanced, environmentally conscious building systems. Centrotec SE envisions itself as a leading enabler of sustainable living and working environments, continuously advancing its portfolio to deliver innovative energy-saving solutions. It aims to significantly reduce buildings' carbon footprint and operational costs.
Centrotec was founded in 1998 by Guido A Krass (Founder & Major Shareholder).
Key people at Centrotec.
Centrotec has 2 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $1.2B Debt / Series A in Cloover in January 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | Cloover | $1.2B Debt / Series A | Oliver Richards, QED Investors | 9900 Capital, Earthshot Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, Robert Bosch Venture Capital |
| Oct 1, 2023 | Cloover | $7.0M Seed | 9900 Capital | BITKRAFT Ventures, Cherry Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, Outrun Ventures, Picus Capital, Playfair Capital, QED Investors, Sequoia Capital, Alexander Ljung, Andreas Bodczek, Chris Schagen, Christian Reber, Eric Quidenus Wahlforss, Felix Jahn, Mathilde Collin, Nicolas Pinto, Philippe Teixeira DA Mota, Broadhaven Ventures, Index Ventures |