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🌍 Investing in Climate Tech Innovation with E3 Capital 💡 Yoram Mekking, Hector Bagley, and Shubhaangi Mahajan had the opportunity to visit E3 Capital and meet with their Investment Manager, Andrew Darge, gaining valuable insights into how they are leading the charge in transforming Africa’s energy landscape. As the oldest dedicated climate tech fund manager on the continent, E3 Capital , part of Cygnum Capital, is pioneering investments in technology-driven businesses that promise both commercial returns and significant carbon reduction, building a low-carbon economy across Africa. Key Highlights: 💼 Strategic Investments: E3 Capital launched the first $19M VC pan-African low-carbon economy fund, targeting technology businesses that optimize value chains and scale opportunities to address natural challenges and climate impact. Their investment criteria focus on innovative entrepreneurs, defendable technology, and market trends that align with the continent's needs. ⚡ Sustainable Impact: E3 Capital is committed to investments that yield both financial returns and measurable impact. From optimizing agricultural value chains in Morocco to improving waste management and carbon measurement, their portfolio companies are solving real-world challenges with tangible results. 🌱 Supporting the Ecosystem: Recognizing the unique challenges of building businesses in Africa, E3 Capital emphasizes the need for longer investment horizons and a balance between impact sustainability and commercial viability. 🔄 Forward-Thinking Approach: E3 Capital sees massive opportunities in decentralization, mobile banking innovations like M-Pesa, and renewable energy solutions. By looking several steps ahead, they are positioning Africa as a global leader in climate tech innovation, with the potential to leapfrog traditional models and set new standards. We are inspired by E3 Capital’s commitment to driving climate tech innovation and their vision for a sustainable future across Africa. Their work is not only transforming industries but also catalyzing economic growth and environmental stewardship.

Big news for southern Ontario's cleantech scene! 🌿 Boundless Accelerator (formerly Innovation Guelph) has launched the Southern Ontario Environmental Impact Fund (SOEIF), supported by a $5.2-million investment from the federal government. The fund includes the i.d.e.a. Fund and the new Sustainable Impact Program, both designed to support businesses developing green technologies and help scale-ups become investor-ready. 🌍💡 What are your thoughts on this federal investment? How do you see it impacting the future of cleantech in Ontario? Share your comments below! #Cleantech #Innovation #Sustainability #GreenTech #OntarioTech #FederalFunding #EnvironmentalImpact #SeedFunding #CleanEnergy

Is clean energy set to dominate the investment trends in 2024? ♻️💸 #cleanenergy #greenstartups #investmenttrends

Investing in #ClimateTech: A Call to Action 🌍💼 As the CFO of Future Energy Ventures, I'm deeply committed to steering our investments towards a decarbonized future. Today, I'm addressing a critical question: Who should invest in ClimateTech and why? Identifying the Visionaries: In the realm of ClimateTech investment, it's essential to identify investors with a visionary outlook. Those who see beyond immediate returns and prioritize the long-term impact of their investments are poised to drive meaningful change. Supporting Emerging Talent: ClimateTech is a nascent field, and as such, it lacks the depth of expertise seen in more established sectors. However, this presents an opportunity for investors to support emerging talent and nurture promising initiatives. Investing in ClimateTech means backing passionate teams and visionary leaders who are dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet. Valuing Potential over Pedigree: Unlike traditional investment sectors, ClimateTech may not boast a plethora of experts or established names. However, this shouldn't deter investors. Instead, it's an invitation to prioritize potential over pedigree. Investing in ClimateTech requires a mindset that values innovation and disruption, even in the absence of extensive track records. Driving Positive Change: Ultimately, investing in ClimateTech isn't just about financial returns—it's about driving positive change for the planet. By supporting ventures that are dedicated to sustainability and decarbonization, investors can play a vital role in shaping a greener, more resilient future. To all investors, I urge you to consider the transformative potential of #ClimateTech and to join us in supporting the innovators and trailblazers driving progress in this vital space. Together, let's pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future. 💪 #ClimateTech #Sustainability #FutureInvestments #Decarbonization #Empowerment #Innovation

UAE-based Zeroe has received a seed investment boost from the VOYAGERS ClimateTech Fund, bringing its total funding to $2.3 million. This financial support enables Zeroe to accelerate the development of its AI-integrated SaaS platform, which streamlines carbon emission calculations, saving companies time and money in their transition to net zero. Farouk Jivani, co-founder and CEO of Zeroe, shares his enthusiasm: “We’re excited to be VOYAGERS’ second investment in the region, and we believe this investment confirms our push to be a leading solution in supporting organisations to measure emissions and access sustainable finance." #ClimateTech #SustainabilityInnovation #AIforEmissions #ZeroeFunding #NetZeroTransition #EmissionsTransparency #SustainableFinance #CorporateResponsibility #CarbonAccounting #ClimateAction #VOYAGERSInvestment #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenTech

Insights into Climate-Tech Investment Evolution Since 2016! 🌍💡 Future Energy Ventures has been pioneering ClimateTech investments since 2016, witnessing fascinating sector developments. We identify three significant phases: Phase 1 (2016-2018): In the early years, as one of the first ClimateTech VCs, we observed existing industry players exploring novel ideas. The focus primarily revolved around strategic reevaluation and envisioning the future landscape of their respective businesses. Phase 2 (2019-2020): The narrative shifted towards heightened awareness of climate change, extending beyond corporate circles to encompass financiers and entrepreneurial teams. Governments commenced issuing sustainability declarations, catalyzing increased interest among investors and startups towards climate-centric endeavors. Phase 3 (2021-present): Currently, we find ourselves amidst a phase marked by mounting pressure on governmental entities to overhaul market structures in favor of climate protection. It's becoming increasingly evident that our current endeavors fall short of catalyzing the requisite transformative change. These phases delineate sector progression, emphasizing a commitment to a sustainable future. At Future Energy Ventures, we're proud to drive innovative solutions for combating climate change and making a positive global impact. What do you think the next phase will look like? Let me know in the comments! #ClimateTech #Sustainability #FutureEnergy #Innovation #ClimateChange #VentureCapital

Flowcarbon is thrilled to be named among America's Top GreenTech Companies 2024 by TIME and Statista. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing market-leading financing solutions that help the most innovative project developers access the capital they need to scale. Thank you to our incredible team and partners for their dedication! #climate #sustainability #carbonfinance #VCM #voluntarycarbonmarkets #carbonmarkets #carboncredits

📖Undaunted partner, Cleantech for UK, reports that in 2023 cleantech venture capital investment in the UK closed at £2.6 billion. This matches 2021 levels, but slumps slightly year-on-year compared to 2022 📉 The report — which takes stock of the last year in cleantech investments, as well as relevant policy developments — concludes that cleantech investment remains a standout performer against a backdrop of decline in broader venture capital investments and global economic volatility 💰📊 https://ow.ly/QGHB50Rc3gL

Sometimes, these investors and politicians don't really understand or are blind-sided by the label "sustainable" instead of doing the DD on the cleantech business (& business model) resilience! 🤫😉😮😁 Back to basics according to one FT reader quoting Warren Buffett: “You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out”. A lot of bad business models and technology bets have seen the end of the road. What remains are stronger companies, more mature technologies and business models which are ready to deliver growth.

🗣 NEW INVESTMENT ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚀 🚀 🚀   Warsaw Equity Group expands its Climate Tech portfolio by investing in pioneering Estonian company UP Catalyst.    Together with SmartCap, Estonia’s state fund, Warsaw Equity Group has invested EUR 2.36m in UP Catalyst. UP Catalyst is a pioneer in sustainable carbon material production directly from CO2 emissions. The funding will accelerate the construction of its first in kind production unit, positioning UP Catalyst as the largest provider of CO2-grown carbon materials globally.    With this investment, the company is set to expedite the development of an industrial pilot reactor capable of processing 100 tons of CO2 annually, yielding 27 tons of advanced carbon materials. The technology built on molten salt electrolysis not only aims to achieve price parity with traditional carbon sources but also significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with raw material production. The new plant will boast a production capacity ten times larger than the current setup.    “Supporting UP Catalyst aligns perfectly with Warsaw Equity Group's mission to invest in ground-breaking technologies that combat climate change. Turning industrial CO2 emissions into critical carbon-based raw materials that we are severely lacking in Europe is a game changer. We have been continually impressed by the strength and expertise of UP Catalyst's team and look forward to this partnership”, stated Arvin Khanchandani, Investment Manager at Warsaw Equity Group.    ♻ CLIMATE TECH IN THE LIMELIGHT 💡   This investment in UP Catalyst is a significant addition to Warsaw Equity Group's expanding Climate Tech portfolio, reinforcing our commitment to transformative technologies that address climate challenges. Moreover, it extends our geographic reach into the Baltics—a region we are excited to engage with more actively. We are particularly pleased with this opportunity, as it positions us to deploy further capital into tech-driven projects across the Baltics and throughout Central and Eastern Europe.    "We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with Warsaw Equity Group, an investment company renowned for its keen eye for projects that offer significant technological advantages and the potential for rapid growth. This collaboration is also a testament to our work at UP Catalyst, affirming that we are on the right path to fostering long-term, impactful change by utilising CO2 emissions from hard-to-abate industries and providing a strong, sustainable contender to fossil fuel-based raw materials." said Gary Urb, PhD, CEO of UP Catalyst.    ⚡ We are excited at the prospect of working with Gary Urb and the whole UP Catalyst team and look forward to helping them bring their innovative technology to the next level. #investing #climatetech #cee #newinvestment