Greek PropTech Protio Raises €1M to Accelerate Real Estate Decarbonization

Among the notable participants in this funding round is Lars Rasmussen, co-founder of Google Maps and long-time supporter of Protio; Loggerhead Ventures, a new fund with a strong focus on climate tech, backing innovations that address the climate crisis; the Zein family office; Argyris Kaninis, tech entrepreneur and investor, co-founder of Softomotive (acquired by Microsoft), now supporting growth-stage tech ventures across Europe; the Khoury family office, who lead CCC, the largest construction company in the Middle East; Haris Sitzoglou, Managing Director at Axia Ventures; and Investing For Purpose, who also guided the impact strategy. Genesis Ventures reinvested in this round.

This funding round will further strengthen Protio’s position to accelerate its growth. The capital will enhance the platform’s technological infrastructure, support the development of new technologies, enable expansion into new geographic regions, and further evolve its partner ecosystem. Additionally, it will significantly empower Protio’s partner network through the development of new tools such as the Protio Partner App.

Lars Rasmussen commented: “I’ve been following Protio’s journey for some time now, and I’m genuinely impressed by the team’s dedication and ambition to transform an entire industry. With innovation at its core and a clear focus on creating meaningful value, Protio isn’t just keeping up with change, it’s helping shape it. I’m excited to continue being part of this journey.”

Evangelos Kosmidis, CEO & General Partner of Loggerhead Ventures, added: “Protio is a prime example of how even traditional industries like real estate can be radically transformed through innovative practices and advanced technological solutions. Its environmentally friendly approach and clear focus on green and climate technologies for renovation and energy upgrades align perfectly with Loggerhead Ventures’ investment principles. We believe Protio is on a strong growth trajectory not only because of its business model and technology but also thanks to its experienced and committed team, which brings deep sector knowledge, a strong sense of responsibility, and a clear vision.”

Antonios Fiorakis, CEO of Protio, stated: “Greece holds a significant untapped potential in the real estate sector, and we are building the simplest solutions to unlock it. The trust shown by internationally renowned investors in our vision is crucial for making it a reality.”

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