Private Equity
Specializing in Clean Tech Companies
Acquisition Criteria
Our acquisition criteria align with that of our funding investors. Modeling our research, diligence and operational contribution along the acquisition criteria of our partners allows GLP to originate investments efficiently and at lower multiples. As industry experts we develop a thesis to present a viable financial, operational and ideological target companies that uncover off the beaten track possibilities.
Equity Strategy
- Enterprise Value <$100 M
- Value Added Services
- Low Leverage to Debt Ratio
Size Characteristics
- Revenue 15 to 200 million
- EBITDA 2 to 40 million
- Enterprise value under 100 million
Industry Focus
- Business Services
- Cleantech
- Solar
- Renewable Energy
- Technology
Transaction Strategy
- Control Preference
- Management Buyouts
- Shareholder Liquidity
- Spinoffs
- Restructuring & Turnarounds
Investors
Our firm helps Private Equity Groups and Strategic Acquirers find quality companies to acquire for their portfolio. Using an established search process, we help uncover hidden businesses that your firm would not ordinarily have an opportunity to find.
We provide high-quality investment opportunities for private capital investors at the lower end of the middle market. We work exclusively on the buy side for a select number of private equity investors and corporate clients to source and originate investment opportunities that fit their criteria on a generalist, opportunistic, and specific search basis. We source opportunities to acquire or invest in companies with revenues between $10 and $200 million.
By representing a select few clients, each with unique investment criteria, we create a sense of exclusivity and opportunity tailored to each client’s specific needs.
Our experienced firm can execute your business development plan for a fraction of the cost of a full-time originator. As deals are closed, the cost is recovered in the closing fees, making our services a cost-effective investment. We start by developing a sourcing strategy that aligns with your investment criteria and proceeds to acquire through traditional and non-traditional sources, analyzing the Teasers and CIMs. Our expertise allows us to evaluate opportunities, build models, determine valuation parameters, and more, all to deliver results.
Special business development projects can now get your firm’s attention. Internal resources combined with our deployable abilities allow you to dive deep into strategic acquisitions that were beyond your scope previously.
Business Owners
GLP helps business owners migrate the waters through private equity to total valuation. Some businesses are ready to transition from founder/owner-managed to private equity-controlled in one easy step. Others need the help of a firm that has a team of professionals that understand the triangular relationship between operations, finance and their ideological vision on what has made them successful. At Green Lane Partners we have the ability to work with you through the balancing of the three angles of the triangle until you have the greatest value to your market of acquires and then find the capital source to become your partners.
POrtfolio
Green Lane PARTNER’S portfolio of companies acquired or actively engaged in the transaction.
Sunrise Solar Solutions, LLC
a full service renewable energy company. Serving residential clients in the Hudson Valley New York area and commercial clients in the Northeast.
Loliware
an award-winning materials company focused on replacing single-use plastics with seaweed-derived technologies Designed to Disappear. Since its inception in 2015, LOLIWARE has been rewriting the story of destructive packaging with products that last for hours, not forever. By harnessing the power of farmed seaweed to replace plastic at scale, LOLIWARE is tapping into its potential to regenerate our ocean and decarbonize our planet.
Oakwood Solar Farm
Led the development and construction of a community solar installation on property neighboring a cemetery, navigating sensitive site considerations while bringing clean, affordable energy to area residents and businesses.
South Presbyterian Church SOlar Rooftop
Partnered with a church through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Yorktown Self Storage Solar rooftop
Partnered with a church through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Rye Presbyterian CHurch Rooftop
Partnered with a church through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Irvington Presbyterian Church Rooftop Solar
Partnered with a church through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Yorktown Self Storage Solar Rooftop
Led the full lifecycle development of a community solar farm at a storage facility site, from planning and construction through to grid connection and ongoing operation, enabling local residents and businesses to benefit from clean, affordable energy.
Temple Israel of northern westchester Rooftop solar
Partnered with a temple through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Irvington Presbyterian Church Rooftop Solar
Partnered with a church through a land lease to develop and operate a solar farm on-site, offsetting the congregation’s electricity costs while structuring the project to maximize tax advantages for the not-for-profit.
Who We Are
Green Lane Partners
GLP addresses the needs as an independent sponsor delivering high-quality buy-side acquisition opportunities. We align the investment thesis of a select group of private equity investors with the innovative and non-traditional deal flow that fits on a financial, operational and ideological basis.
Rand M. MANASSE
Managing Partner
- 15+ years in Clean Tech
- NYU Stern School of Business – Finance major
- Inducted into Who’s Who in America
- Recognized as a leader in operational excellence
- Recognized leader in the renewable energy marketplace
Articles
by Green Lane Partners authored by Rand Manasse
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The Role of the Board vs. Management: Why Structure Matters
A clear separation between board governance and management execution is vital to every nonprofit’s success. Rand M. Manasse explores how role clarity, accountability, and trust create stronger, more effective organizations — and why structure truly matters.
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how private equity is changing – and why it matters
Private equity is no longer just about buying and selling companies. Rand M. Manasse explains how innovation, technology, and diversification are redefining the industry — turning PE firms into long-term builders and problem-solvers.
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Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Cleantech Investments and Risk Management
Artificial Intelligence is transforming cleantech investing. By applying predictive analytics and machine learning, companies can identify high-value opportunities, reduce risk, and build smarter, more sustainable investment strategies for the future.
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Managing a Company’s Board Risk Committee: Navigating Uncertainty with Precision
Effective Board Risk Committees are vital to organizational resilience. Rand M. Manasse outlines strategies for defining roles, setting frameworks, and integrating ethics and technology to manage corporate risk in an evolving landscape.
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Ethical Business Practices: Balancing Profit and Integrity
Profit and integrity aren’t in conflict—they reinforce each other. Rand M. Manasse shares how ethical leadership, risk oversight, and corporate governance create stronger, more sustainable businesses built on trust and accountability.
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The Future of CleanTech: Strategic Investments for a Sustainable Tomorrow
by Rand Manasse In this sector, investors can ensure that their resources contribute to sustainable innovations by carefully evaluating both the environmental impact and financial viability. This approach maximizes returns and supports the global transition to cleaner energy solutions, paving the way for future advancements with a financially stable, sustainable contributor. By investing in innovative…
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What Do Fire Flies and Social Media have in Common?
What do fireflies and social media have in common? Both draw attention through connection and timing. Rand M. Manasse shares how to harness social media strategy, audience insight, and platform tactics to make your business stand out and grow.
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Social Media’s Golden Rule – Measure Twice. Watch the Company Grow Big!
Just as carpenters “measure twice, cut once,” marketers should measure twice before launching campaigns. Rand M. Manasse outlines how social media analytics, listening tools, and metrics can sharpen marketing strategy and help companies grow smarter.
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Is Your Business Socially Aware?
In today’s digital revolution, businesses must be socially aware to stay relevant. Rand M. Manasse explains how companies can use social media to connect, engage, and build stronger brands through awareness and authentic interaction.
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Will It Ever Happen? Just ask Tiger Woods or James Bond Stockdale.
When business gets tough, faith and discipline must work together. Drawing lessons from Admiral Jim Stockdale and Tiger Woods, Rand M. Manasse shares how perseverance and optimism shape resilient leaders who prevail through challenges.