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Cleantech is gaining serious momentum, with investments driving innovative solutions set to transform our energy landscape. This week, we’re spotlighting three cleantech innovators who just secured major funding to power the next wave of sustainable impact! 🍃 ✨ Enfinity Global – With a $97M structured credit facility from Nomura (expandable to $400M), Enfinity is ramping up its 608MW U.S. solar portfolio. This financing supports construction, development, and refinancing, with plans to reach 1GW in solar and storage assets by 2025. CEO Carlos Domenech credits Nomura’s support for driving flexible growth at scale. ✨ Antares – This nuclear start-up raised $30M in Series A funding, bringing their total to over $38M to expand R&D and manufacturing for microreactor tech. Opening an R&D facility in 2025, Antares aims to demonstrate a 240-kilowatt thermal unit for the DOD, extractive industries, edge computing, and space power. ✨ CREW Carbon – Scaling CO2 removal from wastewater facilities, CREW Carbon’s enhanced weathering tech, backed by Counteract, captures biogenic CO2 while optimizing treatment processes. With expansions planned across multiple plants, they’re transforming wastewater facilities into essential climate solutions with gigaton-scale potential. Stay tuned for more Investment Insights as we track the impact of bold investments driving the future of cleantech, and head to the comments for more information on each of these amazing businesses! 🌱 #CleantechCareers #InvestmentInsights #FundingNews #Hydrogen #Carbon #Renewables #Mobility #EnergyStorage #Nuclear #CleanWaste #Brightsmith #LiveYourPurpose

🌟 In the world of cleantech, the journey is often shaped by the guiding light of mentors and inspiring figures. Today, we reflect on the powerful influence of mentorship discussed in Season 7 of Conversations in Cleantech 🎙️ A heartfelt thank you to our remarkable guests: Dr. Edyta Rynkowska, Expert PEM/CCM at Quest One, who recalls how her chemistry teacher ignited her passion for science; Jessica A. Elwell, COO of OxEon Energy, who highlights the importance of learning from those who’ve blazed similar trails; and Roxana Bekemohammadi, Founder and Executive Director of the United States Hydrogen Alliance, who shares her gratitude for the mentors who recognised her potential when she couldn’t see it herself 🙏 Their stories remind us that mentorship isn’t just about guidance - it’s about unlocking potential, fostering growth, and paving the way for success. Curious about how mentorship can shape careers in cleantech? Discover the benefits and lasting impact of these powerful relationships by listening to Season 7 now! ✨ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/diAz4xmx And don’t go far—Season 8 is coming soon with even more inspiring discussions and insights! 🌍 #ConversationsInCleantech #Season7 #Mentorship #Inspiration #SustainableFuture #Innovation #CleanEnergy

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting promotion at Brightsmith! 🎉 Josephine Clarke has been promoted to Consultant, recognised for her exceptional contributions and expertise in the carbon market. 🌿 Her hard work and dedication have truly made a difference in connecting purpose-driven organisations with exceptional talent, helping many people to live their purpose. ⚡   We’re proud to have Jo on our team as she continues to drive positive change in the carbon sector. Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved achievement! 🌱 #promotions #brightsmith #liveyourpurpose #cleantechcareers #cleantech #sustainability #carbonmarket

We're so excited to be attending the European Hydrogen Week in Brussels! 🌍 Hetty Lowther, Isabel Davies and Lola Hart Ruiz-Capillas are attending the event on 19th and 20th of November and would love to connect.💧 Send them a message if you'd like to meet up with us for a chat while we're there!💡 #EUHydrogenWeek #Hydrogen #Brussels #Brightsmith #LiveYourPurpose #Cleantech #GreenTech #CleantechCareers

With the conclusion of Season 7 of Conversations in Cleantech, we turn our attention to the essential theme of partnerships and collaboration in our industry 🤝 We’re grateful to our incredible guests - Rahul Ramanan, Global Head of Storage Assets at Private Energy Partners; Marko Virkebau, CEO of Stargate Hydrogen; Roxanna Delima, Director of Electrolyzer R&D at Travertine; Martin Beaumont, CEO at Electric Green; LINDA THRASHER, President & Co-Founder of Greenfield Nitrogen LLC, and Travis Caddy, Business Development Director at Evident - for sharing their experiences of working with top-notch partners and the lessons they've learned along the way. Their insights reveal how teamwork can drive innovation and create lasting impact. Want to hear more about the significance of collaboration in cleantech? Listen to Season 7 now for these compelling stories! ✨ 🎙️ https://lnkd.in/diAz4xmx And stay tuned, because Season 8 is just around the corner, packed with more exciting discussions! 🚀🌍 #ConversationsInCleantech #Season7 #Collaboration #SustainableFuture #Innovation #CleanEnergy #Partnertship

The Cincinnati Zoo has reimagined its parking lot with a solar array that generates two-thirds of its electricity, provides shade, and cuts carbon emissions by nearly 1,300 metric tons a year—all while saving $300,000 annually. ⚡ Extra panels are even being donated to local organizations, spreading the impact beyond the zoo and fueling community sustainability. 🍃 This project is a standout example of how renewable energy can transform everyday spaces into powerful assets for a greener future. 💚

As we continue to celebrate the finale of Season 7 of Conversations in Cleantech, we dive into the dynamic theme of funding in the cleantech sector! 💼 In a landscape where innovation meets investment, our remarkable guests share their experiences navigating the complexities of securing funding and the challenges that come with it. From building genuine relationships with investors to aligning expectations for returns, they offer invaluable insights into the evolving funding landscape that fuels our industry 🔍 A big thank you to our guests for participating in Conversations in Cleantech and helping to make this season so great: ⭐ Emma Mee - Head of Membership at Green Angel Ventures ⭐ Ken Scott - CTO at Fortescue Zero ⭐ LINDA THRASHER - President & Co-Founder at Greenfield Nitrogen LLC ⭐ Nick Van Dijk - CEO at Oort Energy ⭐ Will Tope - CEO at LiNa Energy ⭐ Carla Glassl - CTO at Ucaneo ⭐ Carey Kling - Director at CleanCapital This season has illuminated the vital role of funding in advancing cleantech innovation. Listen to Season 7 for essential insights into shaping a sustainable future! 💡 🎙️ https://lnkd.in/diAz4xmx #ConversationsInCleantech #Season7 #Funding #Investment #SustainableFuture #Innovation #CleanEnergy

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Jessica Pearce, someone who truly brings our company values to life! 🌱 Jess' dedication and hard work make such a positive impact on our team every single day, she always brings her best and lifts up everyone around her. ✨ Jess works in our contract team, specialising in Renewables and Offshore Wind. 🍃 Swipe below to learn more about her! 👇 #TeamSpotlight #CompanyValues #Inspiration #Brightsmith #LiveYourPurpose #Renewables #OffshoreWind

Brightsmith USA has moved! 🌱 After an amazing year at Industrious San Jacinto Blvd, we have moved to Industrious 5th & Colorado. 💚 To our incredible community and our growing team, thank you for the support over the past 5 years. You’ve been the driving force behind our success, and we’re so excited for what’s to come. 🚀 Check out our new view of Downtown Austin! 🏙️

✨ Season 7 of Conversations in Cleantech has come to a close, and we're celebrating the innovators at the forefront of the cleantech revolution! What fuels these remarkable leaders? In this video, we spotlight the incredible journeys of our esteemed guests who have shaped our conversations throughout the season. A heartfelt thank you to Roxanna Delima for sharing her path as Director of Electrolyzer R&D at Travertine and igniting a passion for sustainable energy. Andrew Beebe’s vision as Managing Director of Obvious Ventures reminds us of the pivotal moments that inspire groundbreaking startups. We’re grateful for Kevin A. Damoa, whose commitment to technology-driven solutions at Glīd has paved the way for progress, and Jessica A. Elwell, COO of OxEon Energy, whose leadership is shaping innovative solutions in cleantech. Raj Patel's amazing dedication as CFO of EVCS accelerates the transition to electric mobility, and of course, thank you to Juan Muldoon for illuminating the path to impactful investments at Energize Capital. Listen to Season 7 to explore the incredible stories from leaders in cleantech! 🌍 🎧 https://lnkd.in/diAz4xmx #ConversationsInCleantech #Season7 #CelebratingInnovation #InspiringJourneys #SustainableFuture