One Click LCA Secures €40M Investment to Drive Decarbonization in Construction and Manufacturing

HELSINKI & LONDON & PARIS-- One Click LCA, the global leader in decarbonization software for the construction and manufacturing industries, announces a strategic growth investment of €40M from PSG Equity and InfraVia Capital Partners. This funding will support the company's mission to accelerate the transition to a zero-carbon future by providing powerful life-cycle assessment (LCA), environmental product declaration (EPD), and sustainability solutions.

With thousands of customers in over 150 countries, including major industry players like Skanska, AECOM, and LafargeHolcim, One Click LCA's platform is a vital tool in measuring, reporting, and reducing carbon emissions in the built environment. The platform boasts compliance with more than 70 standards and certifications, such as LEED, BREEAM, and GRESB, and offers a comprehensive global LCA database.

By facilitating whole-life carbon analysis, sustainability assessment, and early-stage design optioneering, One Click LCA enables stakeholders in construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing to make informed decisions that prioritize sustainability. The platform also integrates seamlessly with popular building information modeling (BIM) software tools like Autodesk Revit®, Tekla Structures®, and Bentley iTwin®.

The investment from PSG Equity and InfraVia Capital Partners will enable One Click LCA to ramp up research and development efforts and pursue mergers and acquisitions opportunities within the construction and manufacturing sectors. Their ultimate goal is to become the leading global sustainability platform for all stakeholders, covering not only carbon emissions but also biodiversity, circularity, and other sustainability metrics.

Panu Pasanen, Founder and CEO of One Click LCA, emphasized the urgency of decarbonization in the face of climate change. With the global building stock set to double in the next four decades, generating a staggering 230 gigatons of embodied carbon, the need for action is more critical than ever. The partnership with PSG and InfraVia marks a new phase of growth for One Click LCA, positioning them to support one million users with LCA, EPD, and other sustainability software.

Dany Rammal, Managing Director and Head of Europe at PSG Equity, expressed excitement about partnering with One Click LCA to drive international growth and develop new products. PSG Equity's expertise in growing software companies on a global scale makes them an ideal partner to strengthen One Click LCA's position as a leader in decarbonization.

Alban Wyniecki, Partner at InfraVia, highlighted the massive opportunity for One Click LCA as the world commits to carbon neutrality. With InfraVia's extensive experience in infrastructure and construction investments, they are eager to support One Click LCA in bringing sustainability to the broader ecosystem.

One Click LCA is a Helsinki-based tech company that has been at the forefront of decarbonizing construction and manufacturing since its inception in 2001. Their easy-to-use, automated LCA software allows users to calculate and reduce the environmental impacts of various projects and products. Additionally, One Click LCA enables manufacturers to generate third-party verified EPDs and assess circularity and life-cycle costs.

PSG Equity is a growth equity firm that partners with software and technology-enabled services companies to help them navigate transformative growth and capitalize on strategic opportunities. With offices in multiple countries, PSG Equity brings extensive investment experience and a commitment to collaborating with management teams.

InfraVia Capital Partners is an independent private equity firm specializing in real assets and technology investments. Their support for entrepreneurs and companies has helped transform businesses into top-tier platforms. With over 50 investments across Europe, InfraVia is well-positioned to support One Click LCA's growth and expansion.

The €40M investment marks a significant milestone for One Click LCA and sets the stage for their continued leadership in the decarbonization of construction and manufacturing. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, the importance of sustainable solutions cannot be overstated. One Click LCA is well-equipped to drive positive change in the industry and contribute to a more sustainable future.