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Yesterday, I attended the Climate Neutral Adelaide session at Stone and Chalk Startup Hub in Lot Fourteen. Andrea Bassett (Principal Climate Change Advisor at the City of Adelaide) was interviewed by Seshine Taylor about climate change and how start-up companies are addressing the issues caused by climate change. Some interesting things I learned from that session were: - South Australia is leading the world when it comes to variable renewable energy penetration. - There are a few incentives, supports, and rebates for "Going Electric" in Adelaide. - There are times that South Australia is generating "too much power," and in contrast, some energy providers are providing their clients with notifications on "spike hours" to try and reduce their energy bills when the state is expected to use too much of it. - Patagonia had a successful campaign called "Do Not Buy a Jacket," which encourages people to consider the effect of consumerism on the environment and buy only what they need. - South Australia has a low "food mileage" when it comes to fresh food, which means the food doesn't travel too far, therefore resulting in lower carbon emissions. Even the catering had sustainability in mind, with drinks coming from DASH (sparkling water flavored with wonky fruits) and food from Oz Harvest.

Hey Startups! 🚀   Last but not least, we are excited to introduce a very special challenge that is incredibly dear to our hearts, presented by Michaela Oppitz from our Corporate Innovation Team: "Empowering Business Partners to Achieve Net Zero." 🌍   This challenge reflects our vision and deep commitment to sustainability. At Energie AG OÖ, we believe in our social responsibility to think and act long-term.   We want to leave our children and future generations a planet worth living on and ensure a secure, sustainable energy future. To achieve this, we are taking bold steps to decarbonize the generation, distribution, and consumption cycle.   From the further expansion of solar, wind, and hydropower in Upper Austria and beyond, to investments in innovative technologies, we are working tirelessly to phase out fossil fuels. Our goal: carbon neutrality by 2035, while continuing to deliver reliable energy and waste management services. Because, let’s be honest, who really wants to go to Mars? 🌍   About the Challenge This special challenge is designed to celebrate and reward groundbreaking innovations that tackle the unique decarbonization challenges faced by industrial companies and businesses.💚   💰 What’s in it for you?   Prize money for your innovative solutions that help accelerate decarbonization. Recognition as a key contributor to sustainable growth and achieving net-zero goals.   📅 Key Dates: Application Deadline: January 31, 2025 Pitching Day: February 26, 2025 (online or in-person at the PowerCenter in Linz, Upper Austria). 🔗 Apply now and join us in shaping a greener future: https://lnkd.in/di6e9RfY   💚 This is more than just a challenge - it’s a call to action. Join us in our mission to decarbonize and create a liveable, thriving planet for generations to come. Together, we can drive change and make an impact. #InnovationChallenge #startups #GreenFuture #AccelerateDecarbonisation Daniel Groos Laura Kohler Clara Pointner Hedwig Döller Samir Shehata Carina G. Leonhard Schitter Alexander Kirchner Thomas S. Alexander Marchner Christian Nemeth Christian Stein

📈 In the first quarter of 2024, climate tech startups secured $8.1 billion in funding, signalling a near-record level of investment in the sector. The $8.1 billion raised in Q1 highlights a significant emphasis on materials, particularly in segments like green steel and battery materials. Early-stage firms like Climate Capital, Lowercarbon Capital, and SOSV led the charge in deal closures, with notable investments in startups such as H2 Green Steel and Ascend Elements. #ClimateTech #InvestmentSurge #GreenSteel #BatteryTech #StartupFunding #ClimateSolutions #SustainableInvesting #RenewableEnergy #MaterialsInnovation #EarlyStageInvesting #ClimateAction #GreenEconomy #TechInnovation #CleanTech #SustainableDevelopment #FutureofEnergy #ClimateInvestment

🚀 Reflecting on My Startup Journey: From Vision to Reality 🚀 As the founder of Pv Solutions, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to turn a vision into a thriving startup focused on recycling solar panels. 🌟 It’s been a journey filled with challenges, learning experiences, and triumphs, and I’m excited to share a few milestones with you. Starting with a simple idea – to make solar energy more sustainable by addressing the issue of panel waste – has evolved into a full-fledged mission to revolutionize the PV recycling industry. From securing initial funding and assembling a passionate team to navigating the complexities of technology and regulation, every step has been a testament to resilience and innovation. 🔹 Key Milestones: Development: We’ve designed cutting-edge processes that improve the efficiency of solar panel recycling. Partnerships: Collaborated with industry leaders and research institutions to advance our technology and expand our impact. Sustainability: Committed to reducing the environmental footprint of solar panels and promoting a circular economy. I’m incredibly grateful for the support from our partners, team members, and everyone who believed in our mission. Here’s to continuing this journey, driving positive change in the solar industry, and making a lasting impact on our planet. 🌍✨ Thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to the next chapter! #StartupJourney #SolarRecycling #Sustainability #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #RenewableEnergy

SHIFT Impact Vision: Mobility and Logistics 🚲🚗🚅✈️🌿 Did you know that… 🤔 ▶️ Transport emissions have grown faster than most sectors and account for ~16% of global GHG emissions ▶️ Changing the mobility and logistics system is difficult, given the high level of interdependencies within the value chain and the legacy of current systems ▶️ SHIFT invests in technologies and solutions stimulating the modal shift towards less carbon-intensive transport modes, efficient use of assets, clean transport and liveable communities. Curious to find out more about the impacts of our mobility & logistics system and how to best tackle them? Read our Mobility & Logistics Impact Vision here: https://lnkd.in/ejarwFub   📢 And calling all startups: If your vision aligns with ours and you are developing innovative solutions within the Mobility and Logistics sector, we want to hear from you! Let's work together to drive meaningful change. The Mobility and Logistics Impact Vision is the second of four documents that will dive deep into the dynamics of the sectors we invest in, outlining our mission to mitigate climate change, biodiversity loss, and natural resource depletion. Our Impact Visions form the baseline for our investment strategy, identifying key problems and solutions for the sectors. Turning investments into impact Heleen de Jonge Thijs Gitmans Willem Poerink Quint van Honk #Impact #Investing #Climate #Biodiversity #NaturalResources #Startups #Mobility #Logistics

Our planet requires rapid, scalable solutions. We see tremendous potential in areas like renewable energy technologies, sustainable agriculture, and breakthroughs in carbon capture and storage. Each investment we make is not just a financial commitment, but a step towards a regenerative future. #ClimateChange #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateTech #RenewableEnergy #Startups #VentureCapital #OrcaClimateFund

How do we tackle climate change? By innovating across industries. Meet 3 groundbreaking ventures making a difference: https://lnkd.in/eapZkx3y 💡 Mimicrete – Self-healing concrete that reduces infrastructure emissions and extends structural lifespans. 💡 SuperSharp – Thermal imaging satellites improving energy efficiency in buildings, addressing 28% of global emissions. 💡 GetZero – Empowering the next generation with green skills to meet future job demands in a low-carbon economy. 🪴These inspiring projects, supported by #CambridgeJudge, are shaping a sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/eapZkx3y #Sustainability #Innovation #ClimateChange #NetZero #CambridgeJudgeSustainableFuture #CambridgeForOurPlanet #Entrepreneurship #AccelerateCambridge #EnterpriseTECH #COP29 Mimicrete | SuperSharp | Get Zero | Dr. Liz Zijing Li FCIOB, Marco Gomez-Jenkins, George Hawker Joe McFadden | Olivia Partington | Matthew Robinson | Cambridge Judge Entrepreneurship Centre

according to my professors at Cambridge, we only have enough natural resources to last til 2035. at that point everything will be recycled, fact. The far distant future is here and if we do not start investing in and developing different ways to re-use, re-cycle or re-purpose things, the entire planet will suffer. Color, Race, Religion Goo-location won't matter if we are starving or can't cool down. Our company verdant Global along with our Carbon Neutral partners, have made a comitment to reduce our Carbon Footprint while managing our production consumption cycles. We are not saying that it can't be done, just that it needs to be done now. #circulareconomicsustainability #netzero #SEE

📹🗣️ “You can influence how the things evolve.” You can now watch the #TheGapInBetween panel in which Iker Marcaide participated. Together with Chema Guillamot (Kira Ventures) and Florencio Manteca (Centro Nacional de Energías Renovables (CENER) - National Renewable Energy Centre), and moderated by Bianca Dragomir (Cleantech for Iberia), Iker shared "From Innovation to Impact, Keys to Accelerate the Low Carbon Energy Transition”, where they discussed how to scale solutions that drive real and lasting change in the fight against #ClimateChange. Watch the full panel here → https://lnkd.in/djpvjiDr Thanks to Social Nest Foundation for creating inspiring spaces to continue working on innovative projects that have a tangible environmental impact. #TheGIB24Capsules #TheGIB #startups #impactstartups #PositiveChange #SustainableInnovation #SolvingChallengesForABetterFuture 

Decarbonisation - more than just a buzzword! When you google for decarbonisation, most likely you will find a definition like "Decarbonisation is the reduction or elimination of carbon dioxide emissions from a process such as manufacturing or the production of energy". The term's definition doesn't sound very complicated. Nevertheless, implementing effective decarbonisation measures in a company can be quite complex. Many businesses, especially SMEs don't know where to start. Our own experience has shown, the best point to start is assessing the companies processes' carbon footprints. After having gathered a detailed overview about specific production lines' or even products' emissions, achievable and motivating reduction goals can be defined. Next, tailor-made reduction strategies are need to sustainably drive down the company's overall carbon footprint. A last, and often overlooked step is, to consistently monitor the reduction progress and adjust goals and measures when needed. 💡 Feel overwhelmed by the topic or want to learn more about how to successfully decarbonise your company? Then check out our website in the bio. Our cutting-edge solutions for Energy Management and Carbon Management, combined with our expertise, are your ally towards achieving your sustainability goals. 🌿 By the way, you are cordially invited to visit our stand C5.650J at The smarter E in Munich from 19 to 21 June. #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #EnExpert #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #CarbonManagement #SustainableFuture #StartUp #StartUps #Technology