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Each person's journey into working in climate tech is different based on their skills, experiences, and interests. Join us at SF Climate Week to hear from recent career switchers who can give a candid take on making the transition and the unique challenges and opportunities they’ve encountered now working in climate tech. After the talk, mingle with climate tech companies that are actively hiring and connect with like-minded professionals who are also forging their own paths. Wednesday, April 24th 1:30-2:30pm PT Career switcher panel 2:30-3:00 PT Mingle with like-minded professionals also forging paths In-person space is limited. Everyone is welcome to join live on the internet. Registration links in the comments. #SFClimateWeek #SFCW #ClimateTech #ClimateJobs #Innovation

On June 26, MACP and its partners [Associated Industries of Massachusetts, Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM), Greentown Labs, Massachusetts Business Roundtable, Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation, Mass Mobility Hub, NECEC, The Engine Accelerator] had the pleasure of hosting a Competitiveness Conversation on "Massachusetts Climatetech Leading the Charge" featuring a panel of 4 climatetech CEOs sharing their experiences and insights on the industry in the commonwealth. We were honored to be joined by Hudson Gilmer, CEO of LineVision. A few key points of his included: 🧠💸📣Massachusetts is the best place to start a climate tech company, thanks to what Hudson calls the "three B's" – brains, bucks, and boosters. 🌱The Massachusetts climatetech ecosystem is robust and growing. Organizations like Greentown Labs, Clean Energy Ventures, and Massachusetts Clean Energy Center have laid a strong foundation, and with increased funding the ecosystem can thrive even more. 🗺️We would do well to learn from New York, including the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which provides a specific roadmap for achieving ambitious climate goals. Likewise, we would benefit from the level of funding that NYSERDA is investing into climatetech. 🏠 Additionally, addressing the high cost of living (particularly housing) is crucial to attracting and retaining the state's skilled workforce. See the short video clip below to hear why Hudson believes Massachusetts is the best place for climatetech innovation.

Are you looking to land a job in the climate space? 🌍 I had to share this incredible resource. Steven Zhang has built the Climate Tech List, and it’s a game-changer. Right now, the list tracks 39,753 job openings at thousands of high-impact climate and clean tech companies. 🚀 If you're passionate about making a difference in the world, this is a goldmine. Check it out! Great share Angela Betancourt! Link in comments 🌏🌳⬇️ #ClimateCareers #CleanTech #ClimateJobs #Sustainability #Impact

Attended a great session on State of Play: Clean Energy's Investment Boom hosted by Axios and presented by Climate Power, Ceres, Inc., and Elemental Excelerator. A panel conversation featuring Allen Blue (LinkedIn) and Dawn Lippert (Elemental Excelerator) resonated with my own thoughts bouncing around in my head!! 🌿 Yes, I agree Employers wield significant influence in attracting talent to embrace careers in climate-focused fields. 🌿 Dawn's emphasis on engaging with local communities resonated deeply with me. By partnering with local leaders, businesses can not only add value but also ensure that this transition is not just sustainable but also accessible to all. 🌿 And Allen rightly pointed out that as industries move towards decarbonization, there will be a growing demand for green skilled professionals. The question is, how can we signal this shift through the jobs we create to the climate-conscious generation of job seekers? Questions and thoughts worth pondering! Thanks Efrem Bycer for flagging this event for me. :) #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #JustTransition #GreenJobs #ClimateInnovation #ProductIncubation

Thanks Margaretha Levander for putting a spotlight on some of the untapped opportunities and lessons learned from Swedish companies operating in the US and California. Although California often is highlighted as one of the key states for expansion for Swedish companies, we also experience companies that get comfortable with taking a key market share on the east coast (where many Swedish companies usually start their US journey) and dont have the capacity or "need" to go west. Our increased presence and focus in California aims to support even more Swedish companies to leverage the unique opportunities in one the worlds biggest economies, in particular in key fields such as Green Transition, Tech, Life science and Future Mobility - but also tapping into a market of 40 million people with Swedish products in the consumer and F&B sectors. And as we have an upcoming election in the US, where many Swedish companies are concerned over the potential impact on the federal green transition agenda, we can be certain that California (and several other states) will continue to have a strong focus on accelerating implementation and innovation within sustainable technologies to drive decarbonization. Looking forward to team up even more with the local ecosystem here over the coming years to enhance Sweden-California trade and investment relations!

Elemental Excelerator might be the premier Excelerator in this space! All Climate Entrepreneurs take a look at their latest funding opportunities and apply to be considered for the 2024 investment cycle. #funding #fundraising #climatetech #innovation #startups

💼 Corporate Influence in climate tech continues to Grow Corporations have solidified their position in climate tech funding, increasing their share from parity with other investors in 2019 to a dominant role in 2023 and 2024. Despite a slight dip from 64% to 55% in 2024, their ongoing significant contribution underscores their pivotal role in advancing sustainable technologies. As corporations and investors navigate these dynamics, collaboration and continued strategic investments will be key to accelerating progress towards a more sustainable future. 👉 Access our report here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dq5v-t-g

"There are thousands of venture-backed climate tech companies in North America. Of those, 50 of them are best-positioned to get their technologies to deployment and scale by 2050, according to a new report by Congruent Ventures and Silicon Valley Bank. The focus of the report, according to Joshua Posamentier, one of the report’s authors and Congruent’s managing partner and co-founder, is on technologies that are either being deployed already or do not require major behavioral changes to be deployed." At Camus, we're proud to be working on the complex but achievable goal of optimizing the existing grid. Check out the full story from Latitude Media to learn about other pioneers in the climate tech space: https://lnkd.in/eq4YmPc8

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be a panelist at Europe Climate Week: Careers! Are you itching to shape the future of work for a resilient planet? Then join me, Megan Fraser and Joey Clifton for "Top Tips for Climate Professionals in Transition" where we’ll discuss essential tools and mindsets to pivot into a climate-focused career on Monday 4th November at 10am GMT. Register here! https://lu.ma/my8uq1t6 See the whole schedule from November 4-8 at EuropeClimateWeek.org It's great to be working with Terra.do, MCJ, LinkedIn, Reconsidered, AimHi Earth, On Purpose London, Climate Fresk, inClimate.com, Regen City, The Week, Work For Climate, and 10,000 Days by ProjectTogether on this. The week is packed with sessions. Come along to discover roles across emerging fields: from renewable energy and sustainable finance to green tech and climate communications. Join the sessions, meet the mentors, and explore a career for the planet. Get inspired by leaders who’ve transitioned to impactful roles and hear directly from organizations leading the way in the climate sector. It's more than a career week—it's a chance to connect, innovate, and find your place in the green workforce of tomorrow! #ClimateEducation #EuropeClimateCareers #SustainabilityCareers #ClimateAction #ClimateKnowledge #TerraDo #ClimateJobs

Follow Innovate UK on the Latest Global Expert Mission on Climate Tech to California From 26 October to 2 November 2024, Innovate UK in partnership with UK Science and Innovation will travel to California to assess the Climate Tech landscape. This mission aims to identify opportunities for collaboration and develop programmes to support UK innovators working with Californian partners 🤝 The mission will explore key areas in climate technology, such as AI, nature-based solutions, and carbon capture, while establishing connections with leading stakeholders to foster sustainable innovation. It will also evaluate California's ecosystem for supporting climate tech businesses and research initiatives, allowing for greater UK-US collaboration in meeting global climate goals. The mission will also focus on deepening ties with innovation hubs in California, such as Silicon Valley and Los Angeles, to explore potential partnerships that address climate challenges through technology. Stay tuned as the team expands international collaborations 🌍 Find out more - https://ow.ly/QxTN50TLuNL Follow us here: #CaliforniaUKGEM #ClimateTech