APG, on behalf of pension fund ABP, has joined the $22 million Series A funding round of Founteyn, a Dutch beverage technology innovator determined to transform the global beverage industry by significantly reducing weight, volume and packaging as well as CO2 emissions of single-serve drinks.
Founteyn introduces a patented capsule-based system that delivers freshly made hot, cold, and carbonated beverages at the point of consumption, eliminating the need for bottled and canned beverages. This technology reduces single-use packaging by up to 80% and cuts CO₂ emissions by more than 50%, thanks to a fundamental shift in the supply chain: eliminating the transport of bottles and cans, largely filled with water, over long distances.
The investment enables Founteyn to scale production and accelerate its initial U.S. market entry. Strategic partnerships with PepsiCo, Culligan Quench, and EuroCaps ensure global reach and high-quality capsule manufacturing at scale.
“Founteyn is an example of innovation that delivers attractive financial returns and measurable sustainability impact,” said Niels van Blitterswijk, portfolio manager Direct Ventures at APG. “By backing a Dutch company with global partners, we combine strong financial returns with carbon reduction in the beverage industry, creating value for ABP’s participants and a positive impact on the environment.”