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July 8, 2026

Exclusive: Accel doubles down on energy startup Axle

Accel's Zhenya Loginov says the firm is eyeing more energy-focused deals

Freya Pratty

3 min read

London-based Axle Energy has raised a $25m Series A round led by Energize Capital. Existing investors Accel, Picus Capital and Eka Ventures also joined the deal.

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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