Former University of Chicago endowment exec joins climate tech investment firm

Keeling Capital, a Dublin-based climate tech investment firm, has added Joanna Rupp as a senior advisor.

She brings decades of investment experience, including 13 years at the University of Chicago endowment, where she ran the private markets portfolio.

Named for the Keeling Curve of atmospheric carbon concentrations, the firm invests in climate-focused venture capital firms through a multi-manager strategy.

Rupp left her role overseeing private equity investments at the endowment last August. According to the university’s website, Max Auxier and Matt Hill, who oversee venture capital and private equity at the $10.9 billion endowment, remain on staff.

“The energy transition will continue to shape investment opportunities,” Rupp said. “Domain expertise and networks are required to assess opportunities and execute the strategy.”