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📢A big change, hot off the press from Davos: Climate change has leaped from the 7th to the 5th most important global business risk in this year’s rankings. This is the highest position it’s held in the 14 years of the World Economic Forum survey. Hundreds of CEOs are gathering for the World Economic Forum, where global challenges take center stage. So all of them have agreed that climate change has become an even bigger problem!🌍   ⚡As GI Joe said, "Knowing is half the battle." Half the battle. But the other half? Action. I read through the latest WEF report, and it’s clear — climate change isn’t just a pressing threat; it’s also an incredible opportunity for innovation. 🙌🏼There are many ways to act on climate change — Pyrpose is one of them. If you’re in sustainability, risk management, or navigating the energy transition, the report is worth a read: https://lnkd.in/evmwtkHC 🤔Are businesses truly prepared for these challenges? What’s your take? Fleur Heyns Ed Stevens Rishi Bhattacharya Vivek Chandaria Anthony Stephan Glisten Cieslak Christoph Maichel Allianz Green Fintech Network Gerrit Sindermann Pierre-Loïc Caïjo

SLUSH DELIVERS 🚀 A week ago today I was on stage as part of the Slush 20.  It was a proud moment. I got to tell the story of why Pyrpose.  And to put it simply, it all comes down to leaving this planet a bit better than we found it.  A message my father engrained in me when camping as a kid…hence the slide you see 😃 How?  By investing directly into the future of the planet! 🌍 Making it into the Top20 was a special treat that provided for great connections, investor meetings and founder focused discussions. Doing good for the planet and making a return is the model to solve the climate crisis.  As I walked out into the audience after my presentation, I had people ask me how quickly they can sign up to Pyrpose.  Winning would have meant the world to Pyrpose, but knowing I inspired some folks to think of how they invest a bit differently, really made me smile. 😊 Christoph and I had a full climate led calendar with side events, dinners and a night cap for nature!  Thank you Pierre and Jahed. 🙌 📣 The team at Slush, Kalle, Kia and Elin all did an incredible job giving us the spotlight to learn from each other, from investors and successful entrepreneurs. The finalists all did an amazing job. I am inspired by mission driven founders.  Nima Salami, Sara Okhuijsen, Sabrina Bösch, Dora Jambor, Cormac Chisholm, you guys rock, keep it up! 👏 Fleur Heyns Ed Stevens Anthony Stephan Vivek Chandaria Glisten Cieslak Rishi Bhattacharya Green Fintech Network Gerrit Sindermann Pierre-Loïc Caïjo CV VC arterioscope, ContentRadar, DevAlly, Flowcore, FULLY AI, Gralio, Inzipio, Lendorse, Metabob, MinersAI, Mohana, OASYS NOW, Pal | Digital Palliative Care, Senara GmbH, Sightwise GmbH, Signatur Biosciences, SLY and Supersight.

🙌🏼Wow.  From over 1000 applicants, to the Top100, then to the Top50 and now…Pyrpose made it to Top20! It’s truly an honor. Slush has always been my favorite conference. It’s not just the atmosphere but the community of founders, investors, and leaders who are pushing the limits for a better future. 🌍 Last year I noted how I saw climate creeping in more and more to the group of founders on the stage. This year, they have an entire Impact Stage.  Maybe it was there before and I did not notice it! 🤔 📍 If you’re attending - catch me on the Founders Stage for a chance at €1M in investment at 12.45 local time on the 20th November. A massive thank you to the Slush team, Cherry Ventures and General Catalyst for this incredible opportunity and congrats to all the others who made it to Top20 as well!🤝🏻    It takes a village! And we have one around Pyrpose! See you in Helsinki 👋🏻 Fleur Heyns Florian Kemmerich Ed Stevens Vivek Chandaria Anthony Stephan Glisten Cieslak Rishi Bhattacharya Gerrit Sindermann CV VC Pierre-Loïc Caïjo Qanta Energy SA | Producteur d’Energies Renouvelables Green Fintech Network

💯 Proud Leader Moment! Marija, our Marketing Manager, recently penned an article about her work at Pyrpose, in her homecountry of Macedonia. Marija has not always been in the startup space, so she reflected on her journey with us. Some points she made that I often take for granted. 🤔 📌 We move fast, everyone has lots of responsibility and how we are insanely passionate about the climate. She also noted how Pyrpose will be a solution in Macedonia one day as we move beyond Switzerland. Often your team writes about you as the CEO.  This time I get to write about my team and how proud I am to work with them. 🙌 The article is below, take a read on her journey.  You’ll need google translate 😉 Read more 🔗 : https://lnkd.in/ej8PpcDc Fleur Heyns Florian Kemmerich Ed Stevens Vivek Chandaria Glisten Cieslak Anthony Stephan Rishi Bhattacharya Green Fintech Network Matt Ward Gerrit Sindermann 4Ward CV VC Ekonomija i biznis

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🚀I am humbled.  Pyrpose made it to the Slush Top 50! With only a handful of startups recognized from the global competition, it feels great to be selected among the most promising innovators in sustainability and energy transition 🌍 Thanks Slush team for recognizing our efforts and giving us the platform to connect with even more leaders and investors who share in our vision for the future. Doing good for the planet and making a return is the model to solve for the climate crisis.  Another step closer on our journey to keep pushing boundaries at Pyrpose 💪 Fleur HeynsFlorian Kemmerich Ed Stevens Vivek Chandaria Glisten Cieslak Anthony Stephan Rishi Bhattacharya Green Fintech Network Matt Ward Gerrit Sindermann David Long Bastian Wetzel Olaf Hannemann Mathias Ruch 4Ward Marija Poposka #slush50

In case you missed it, September at The Sustainability Journey was a month of inspiring conversations with three wonderful changemakers. -We kicked off with Kevin Kyer from Pyrpose, delving into sustainable investment strategies. - Next, Yasmina Vucina shared insights on inclusive banking and how finance can drive social and environmental responsibility. - Finally, we wrapped up with Giulia Marzetti, championing the role of Women in STEM and their impact on the future of sustainability. #sustainability #podcast #change #business #banking #investment

With roughly a 1 in 100 chance of making it, I am happy to share that Pyrpose has made it to the Slush Top 100! Feels great to have our work in democratizing energy transition investing recognized at such a level. 🙌🏼 If you are a founder or investor, Slush is amazing.  They manage to facilitate an incredible conference everytime and is one of my favorite events to attend. Each year I have noticed how they get more and more sustainable and with the recent partnership with A2A, it is further evidence of this. Many thanks to the Slush team for this opportunity, as we get a step closer on our journey by partnering with even more sustainable leaders and investors. Stay tuned as we push forward. 🚀 Florian Kemmerich Fleur Heyns Ed Stevens Vivek Chandaria Glisten Cieslak Anthony Stephan Rishi Bhattacharya Green Fintech Network Matt Ward Gerrit Sindermann David Long Bastian Wetzel Olaf Hannemann Mathias Ruch

Are We Innovating Fast Enough in Solar and Storage? Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Solar & Storage Live Zürich conference alongside my colleague, Pierre-Loïc Caïjo. Our topic — Is Solar and Storage Innovating Fast Enough — got me thinking about the real heroes of the energy transition. Beyond investment committees and boardrooms, it’s the people on the ground—installers, energy workers, and suppliers—who are driving this progress. It takes a village as they say. 📝Here are some key takeaways from the event: 📌Rapid Growth in Solar  - Solar energy is growing rapidly, especially in Europe and Switzerland: - Solar and wind now generate 30% of Europe’s energy. - Solar panel prices have dropped 96%, with another 50% decrease expected. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQvbGFbB Pyrpose, Qanta Energy SA | Producteur d’Energies Renouvelables, Pierre-Loïc Caïjo, Gerrit Sindermann, Jannika Aalto Loïc d'Assier, Deborah Learoyd, Dominik Bucher, Diego Sigrist, Ahren P.

This last Wednesday, I organised a climate networking event with Dr. Andrea Licata and 4Ward in Geneva. From folks starting their career in climate to veterans in energy transition and just figuring out their climate career.  It was great to talk about the challenges and opportunities of driving innovation and how we need more, especially in Switzerland! The evening was buzzing with ideas and I think this is just getting started.🚀 If you’d like to come to the next one, please send me a message. 📥 Big thanks to everyone who joined us! Florian Kemmerich Fleur Heyns Ed Stevens Vivek Chandaria Glisten Cieslak Anthony Stephan Rishi Bhattacharya Green Fintech Network Matt Ward Gerrit Sindermann Mihnea Filip Nicolas Cattaneo Maria Leoni, MBA Irete Hamdani Brian Gardner Dhanesh Kothari Joseph Naayem Alan Tawil-Kummerman Loïc d'Assier Simone Buffa, MBA, CEM, PMP Nadim Dziri