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Part II of our thoughts on the climate tech ecosystem!

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 In the insightful article by Ricarda Röller, climate tech startups are guided on navigating the venture capital landscape. Key strategies include: 1️⃣ Understanding Climate Investors: Grasping what motivates climate-focused VCs 2️⃣ Demonstrating Commercial Viability: Showcasing how your technology can succeed in the market 3️⃣ Early Corporate Partnerships: Building strategic alliances for long-term success With these strategies, startups can better position themselves in a competitive funding environment. Question: How can climate tech startups effectively attract VC investment in the current economic climate? #ClimateTech #VentureCapital #StartUpFunding #SustainableInnovation #illuminemvoices

The venture capital landscape for climate tech continues to show great promise. However, it is essential to gain a better understanding of climate tech timelines and adjust expectations accordingly. This understanding is crucial to meeting the significant capital needs of the sector and effectively transitioning to a low-carbon economy. Great article by Dasha Shunina https://lnkd.in/eiX-ZFpg

Interesting read into the state and progression of the climate technology market, particularly focusing on exit scenarios within private equity. However, what the impact does the funding gap at the growth stage mean for start-ups looking to scale and investors looking to exit? #climatetech #climate #venturecapital #vc #privateequity #pe

100% on this one👇🏼 In 2014 we did a study comparing investments in the #energy and#water sectors! We used #patents in each sector as a proxy for innovation. What we found was changes in policies and regulatory frameworks and subsequently government incentives to back those policies and regulations were key in putting the #energy sector on a positive trajectory! #water needs the same attention.  Here Is the report: The Path to Water Innovation https://lnkd.in/giXiSZSi Will Sarni Tom Freyberg

Climate Insider spoke to VC investors including Craig Douglas from World Fund, Pauline Wink from 4impact capital and Desirée Pettersson and Romain Diaz from Satgana to hear about their predictions for climate tech investments in 2024. 📈 🌱 The consensus among the investors points towards a positive outlook for climate tech investment trends in 2024. Anticipated developments include continued market growth, increased focus on mature technologies for emissions reduction, diversification of investments away from saturated sectors, and a heightened emphasis on data-driven innovations and regulatory compliance. #climatetech #climatetechinvestments #climatetechinvesting #climateaction #climatechange #climatetechVC #esg #climatedata #esginvesting #climateregulations

🌱 Read more on the current state of and expectations on climate tech in Pauline Wink's interview with Climate Insider: #venturecapital #vc #impactinvesting #tech4good #impact #software #sustainability  #tech #startup #growthcapital #portfolio

What does it take to take on climate change? Join me during Climate Tech Week in NYC when I chat with a group of startup founders doing their part to help save the planet. I'm hoping to learn why and how they chose their solutions, what's standing in their way, and how they're managing those obstacles. https://lnkd.in/gjhMG6FR Join our conversation. If you've got questions for these startup founders about how they're delivering on their mission to help make a difference, please share them below. See you there! #climatetechweek #startups #sustainanbility #investing

🌍 Some positive climate news before most people take off to well-deserved summer holidays! PitchBook posted The 2024 Climate Tech Funds Report for Q2 and revealed promising trends and key areas for climate tech investments: Key Insights: - VC Fundraising for Climate Tech: after a peak in 2022 with $18.7B raised, and a huge drop in 2023 to $3.9B, 2024 shows strong recovery reaching $3.4B by mid-year. - Focus Areas: Broad climate tech, clean energy, low-carbon mobility, and sustainable food & agriculture. - Top Fund Managers: Lists include early-stage, multi-/late-stage VC funds, and corporate venture capital (CVC) funds. 2024 has seen 18 climate funds close, with five exceeding $300M: • Chevron Technology Ventures, Future Energy Fund III ($500M) • Norrsken VC, Norrsken VC Fund II ($342.8M) • ArcTern Ventures, ArcTern Ventures Fund III ($335.0M) • ETF Partners, Environmental Technologies Fund IV ($306.8M) • Clean Energy Ventures, Clean Energy Venture Fund II ($305.5M) Full report is here: https://lnkd.in/dzDiPJmW In COsolve we are on a mission to accelerate a regenerative economy by working with impactful ventures (start-ups and scale-ups) that share our urgency for sustainable change and see the challenge as an opportunity. We support climate tech startups focused on decarbonization with capital, customers and talent. Feel free to reach out to me to discuss climate tech trends and future opportunities. #ClimateTech #VC #SustainableInvestment #Innovation