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In the spotlight at EGYPES 2024, the inaugural CLIMATECH Challenge served as a platform for early-stage startups to pitch their climate technology and business models to an influential judging committee. The CLIMATECH Challenge featured pioneering startups and entrepreneurs from across the globe, dedicated to accelerating decarbonisation with cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions. See you again at EGYPES 2025 taking place from 17 - 19 February. #EgyptEnergyShow #EnergyTransition #EnergySecurity #Decarbonisation #EGYPES #EGYPES2024 #CLIMATECHChallenge #ClimateTech

Let’s take a look at some of the successful funding rounds from the last few weeks 💰 As investments continue to be made into climate tech startups, we want to highlight and celebrate some of those success stories with you! Here are three funding rounds that we think you should know about… 💨 neustark secured €64.3 million for its carbon removal solution which captures CO2 at point source, then binds it in mineral waste streams via an accelerated mineralisation process. This funding will be used to support its mission to permanently remove 1 million tons of CO2 by the year 2030. ♻️ Leading provider of software-enabled reusable packaging solutions, Vytal France, has raised €6.2 million in its latest funding round. This will enable Vytal to accelerate its efforts in transforming the packaging industry by expanding into new markets and further developing its software and data-driven offerings. 🔋 Zurich-based Libattion recently secured €14 million for its stationary energy storage solutions. Libattion breathes new life into lithium-ion batteries by repurposing them as second-life battery storage. This funding will aid in its goal to provide the market with sustainable and cost-effective battery technology, reducing the import of critical resources and contributing to the decarbonisation of various industries. Congratulations to each of the climate tech companies mentioned. We look forward to seeing your journey over the coming months! #FundingRounds #StartupCommunity #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

#VITO4starters is not only supporting the winner of the competition, but also other startups that participate: learn in this article how VITO supported Arthur Boven from Grow2 and Timmy Bours from Clean Water Global :

French clean tech startup Calyxia nets $35M to tackle microplastics pollution. French clean tech startup Calyxia has profitability within sight. The company just raised a $35 million Series B round that will help it further ramp up industrial production of its sustainable alternatives to microparticles and microcapsules, setting it on the path to net profitability by 2026. But co-founder and CEO Jamie Walters says the B Corp is just getting started. The “starter” problem Calyxia is tackling is staggering at global scale: Microplastics are polluting everything around the world, from soils, rivers and beaches to the icy waters of the Arctic — they’re even getting inside our own bodies and brains. Beyond that, the traditional production methods employed by the materials and chemical industries can cause a range of environmental issues. It’s imperative to green up industrial manufacturing processes if we’re to safeguard the environment for future generations and reduce the energy used to make stuff. Walters said Calyxia’s mission for the next five to 10 years is to become the global leader in the microparticles and microcapsules categories. After that, he wants the company’s technologies to be transforming the industrial chemical industry more broadly. https://lnkd.in/gD8p6mfF #Calyxia #microplastics #environment

Just in time for some holiday reading... 🚛 New AENU cheatsheet: Did you know that the logistics sector contributes 11% to global greenhouse gas emissions? The culprits: distance traveled, fossil-fuel-based transportation, and inefficient cold chains. Road and sea are the major offenders, but change is coming! 🔍 New regulations are sparking innovations in hardware and software, targeting road and sea transportation. With freight demand set to triple by 2050 (OECD), sustainable logistics is more crucial than ever. 🎯 To cut emissions in the logistics sector, a multi-pronged strategy is essential. Find more about our thesis and which startups we are looking for in the cluster here: https://lnkd.in/epUtH6kW Last but not least: Don't forget to reach out to our investors Melina Sánchez Montañés or Robert Stoecker if you are building something in the space. And a shout out to Jon at our friendly neighbourhood supply chain investor Dynamo Ventures for sparring with us on this topic. #logistics #vc #startups

I want to introduce you to a startup that’s doing something truly extraordinary: Auqvian , co-founded by Peter Clarkson. Their vision? To solve one of humanity’s greatest challenges: water scarcity. And they’re achieving it by developing a technology that generates water directly from the air. Sounds futuristic, right? Well, the future is already here! This innovation holds massive significance for communities facing water shortages, for regions affected by climate change, and even for industries looking for greener solutions. Imagine a world where clean, accessible water is no longer a distant dream but a tangible reality! Auqvian is bridging that gap with cutting-edge technology. Supporting startups like Auqvian is crucial because their work is not just about business; it’s about changing lives, saving ecosystems, and building a more sustainable future for all of us. Please vote for Auqvian and support this game-changing innovation. https://t.ly/hKYno #Auqvian #WaterFromAir #Sustainability #Innovation #FutureOfWater

In honor of World Earth Day, IvyCap Ventures stands tall in advocating for environmental conservation and entrepreneurship. Recognizing the vital connection between entrepreneurship and safeguarding our planet, we at IvyCap Ventures pledge to make sustainability the cornerstone of our endeavors. In the journey of modern entrepreneurship, it's paramount to acknowledge our responsibility in protecting our planet - the very bedrock of our existence. At IvyCap Ventures, our dedication to eco-consciousness transcends mere trends; it's ingrained in our ethos. We firmly believe that in the fight for environmental preservation, there can be no compromises. Every decision we make, every investment we pursue, reflects our unwavering dedication to prioritizing the health of our planet over profit margins. But our commitment doesn't stop within the confines of the boardroom. From reducing single-use plastics to championing innovative solutions for a greener future, we integrate sustainability into every facet of our lives. Together, let's champion sustainability and forge a path towards a brighter, cleaner tomorrow. #WorldEarthDay #Sustainability #EnvironmentalConservation #Entrepreneurship #PlanetProtection #EcoConsciousness #GreenFuture #BrighterTomorrow Vikram Gupta | Ashish Wadhwani | Vishal Gauri | Anju Gupta | IvyCamp

Check out our conversation with Leonardo Binetti, PhD, Founder of AraBat srl a circular economy startup that's making waves in the hazardous waste recycling industry! In this conversation, Leonardo shares his journey of coming up with an innovative solution to address this problem, tips for raising finance and pitching, building a team, and more. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, circular economy, or environmental sustainability, you won't want to miss this! #circulareconomy #hazardouswaste #recycling #startup #entrepreneurship #environmentalsustainability

Imagine! Onboarding some of the bright minds of hundreds of sustainability scientists & experts of VITO.be to your startup. Register > pitch > win > plan > execute and have your pro-planet or climate-friendly business upcycled. Must do!

Three funding rounds that you need to know about 💰 We recently launched a series where we highlight the latest funding rounds of climate tech companies we value and consider integral to our community. Let's delve into the ones that caught our eye over the last couple of weeks… 🧵Our friends at Rodinia Generation have secured €3 million in funding bringing them a step closer to achieving their mission of transforming clothing production and combatting industry overproduction. The company uses a scalable micro-factory concept with advanced technology to manufacture clothing at speed and with a reduced carbon footprint of 40%. Congratulations Trine Y., we look forward to seeing what's next! 💧 The Finnish wastewater treatment company, NPHarvest, has raised €2.2 million to help scale its nutrient recycling technology. The investment will go toward continued product development on its Nutrient Catcher solution, with lowering production costs as a key aim so that the catcher can be rolled out commercially. ♻️ What if AI could be used to tackle the global waste problem? London-based Sorted has done just that with their AI-powered solution for sorting recyclable materials on recycling lines. They have raised £1.65 million which will accelerate its go-to-market strategy. Congrats to all of these promising startups! #FundingRounds #StartupCommunity #Innovation #Entrepreneurship