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This week, Executive Director David Talbot and leadership from the IP3 steering committee are attending the IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum hosted by the Ministry of Trade and Industry (Singapore). We look forward to engaging investors, startups, companies, and government leaders as we work together to mobilize investments that drive the clean energy transition in the #IndoPacific. Stay tuned for live updates from the forum as we share key announcements and takeaways. https://lnkd.in/gwwpTAxz #IPEF #CleanEconomyInvestorForum #IndoPacific #IP3

Huge news coming from one of Greece's most promising Maritime Tech Start-Ups. Antonis Malaxianakis leading Harbor Lab through their Series A achieving $16M in investment. What an announcement ahead of Posidonia! Posidonia Events Led by Atomico, there has also been investment by Notion Capital, VentureFriends, Speedinvest and theDOCK, and new investors Endeavor Catalyst and maritime VC TMV Atomico partner Ben Blume highlighted; “Harbor Lab’s platform gives peace of mind to shipping companies by enabling them to run critical parts of their operations in a more seamless, transparent and efficient way. It is already helping businesses around the world - including shipping giants Great Eastern Shipping." #Maritime #MaritimeInvestment #SeriesA #MaritimeTechnology #ShipsAndShipping #Posidonia #Posidonia2024 https://lnkd.in/eHXEKMMP

In my latest article, I explore how Malaysia’s KL20 Summit - featuring startup founders, government innovators and impactful investors - could be avenue in which Malaysia and Lithuania develop stronger business relations in the area of start up ecosystems. I also advocate for the establishment of a Malaysian Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce & Industry between the two nations and commend such institutions such as Startup Lithuania headed by Karolina Urbonaitė A great deal of appreciation also to Gediminas Varvuolis and Dato' Chitra Devi Ramiah for their efforts in stengthening relations between the two nations. #malaysia #lithuania #kl20 Published today in the New Straits Times.

Ruotsalainen natriumioniakkujen kehittäjä Altris sai 13 miljoonan pääomasijoitukset B1-kierroksella. Yhtiön kehittämisessä on mukana myös EIT InnoEnergy: "The Swedish sodium-ion battery developer Altris has successfully raised SEK 150 million (approx. €13 million) in a Series B1 funding round, welcoming new investors such as Clarios and Maersk Growth. This financing will be pivotal in finalizing Altris’ pilot production facility, enabling the commercial production of sodium-ion cathode material for battery cells. ...InnoEnergy has proudly supported Altris since our initial investment in 2017, and we are excited to see the company continue its growth and innovation journey”, says Magnus Lundin, Investment Director at InnoEnergy Scandinavia. “From the outset, we recognized Altris’ potential to significantly influence the future of energy storage in Europe. With the addition of these new strategic investors, we are confident that the validation and deployment of Altris’ sodium-ion battery technology will not only accelerate its market presence but also drive the broader electrification of multiple sectors, advancing Europe’s transition to sustainable energy solutions.” #akkuteollisuus #sodiumionbattery #natriumioniakku #startup #altris #EITinnoenergy #pääomasijoitus https://lnkd.in/dkurVWDt

Nadiia Kaznacheieva, CIO of umgi, and Volodymyr Khmurych CFA, Investment Manager at umgi, participated in a panel discussion for private equity and venture investors. The event was held as part of the Czech-Ukrainian Investment Summit in Prague, supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic and the Czech Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (CVCA). The discussion focused on investment experiences in Ukraine, challenges, and prospects for future projects. Successful case studies in sectors such as recycling, medical technologies, and automation were presented to investors. At the same time, Ukrainian companies are already active in the Czech market, and the country has expressed interest in further investment collaboration with Ukrainian investors and entrepreneurs to implement projects in industrial development, healthcare, and agriculture. We extend our gratitude to the Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (UVCA) for the invitation and the opportunity to establish new business connections. #umgi #Investments #RebuildingUkraine #CzechUkraineSummit

📰 🔥 It's been a busy few days in impact finance and sustainable development! Here's the latest stories from our weekly roundup that you need to know! 👇 🚀 Latin America’s impact landscape is gearing up for a monumental lift-off! This week, the spotlight shines on the #FLII in Merida, Mexico, where nature-based solutions and AI advancements are just the tip of the iceberg. 🌏 Over in Hong Kong, the stage is set for a greener future as the city crafts a transition finance framework, solidifying its status as a global green finance hub. 📊 Filipe Albuquerque at NordSIP dives deep into the resilience of private market Art. 9 funds, unwrapping the layers of 2023's financial fabric and offering a glimpse into the future of sustainable investment. 🌿 InnoCSR Co. Ltd. is pushing the envelope in sustainable construction with a hefty boost from ADB Ventures, Garden Impact Fund, and Clarion Newlife Capital, paving the way for green non-fired brick manufacturing across South Asia. 🌞 Nigeria's solar landscape brightens as Dlight | ديلايت and Chapel Hill Denham ignite a $7.4mln spark for off-grid expansion, under the guiding light of African Frontier Capital. 🌱 The green fields of Asia & Africa are set for a transformation, thanks to Varaha’s innovative $8.7m leap forward, with support from RTP Global, Omnivore, and Orios Venture Partners, championing climate-friendly farming. 🔋 Brazil's infrastructure is getting a monumental facelift with Patria Investments's new Private Credit Fund, anchored by giants BNDES, CAF -banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe-, and IFC - International Finance Corporation, propelling the nation towards a sustainable future. 💼 Africa's venture scene hits a new peak with Partech Africa II Fund's final close at a staggering $323M, backed by global institutions and strategic investors like African Reinsurance Corporation and Dubai Future District Fund. 📈 Egypt's innovation ecosystem is about to get a major uplift with Sawari Ventures’ new $150 million fund, targeting the brightest in fintech, education, and green technology. 💡 Venture philanthropy is under the 2024 spotlight, as B. Helms from Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship outlines five compelling reasons to keep an eye on this transformative investment approach. * * * Read the full stories in our weekly impact newsletter 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePK_Eu3w 💌 Be the first to know! Subscribe for free and receive our expertly curated news roundup by email every Tuesday: https://lnkd.in/eR52wEb5

Several #Scandinavian investment funds, and Norwegian in particular, have been authorised to invest in the #Baltics, and they are particularly looking at Estonia. "Something has happened during this past summer, everyone realised that something has to change," said Jana Budkovskaja. Back in the spring, Norwegian 🇳🇴 funds were reluctant to invest in Estonian startups because of fears about the geopolitical situation here, shared the CEO of Beamline during Oslo Innovation Week. 👉 Why Estonian 🇪🇪 #cleantech companies are rushing into the Norwegian market & what needs to be done to make it more successful? 👉 What are the specificities of the Norwegian business environment & what potential Norwegians see in the Baltic market? Listen to the interview (in Estonian) to get the answers to these questions: https://lnkd.in/drG9B4ed Thanks, Äripäev & Hando Sinisalu 🦜 & Kristjan Kurg! #Norwegianfunds #investments #Estonianstartups

Flexwave, a Smart Capital portfolio company, is driving the future of sustainable energy with its high-efficiency energy harvester. CEO Daniel Chou emphasizes how Smart Capital (SC) offers more than just financial support; SC’s members, acting as angel investors, provide startups with strategic guidance and access to an extensive network of industry experts. This approach helped Flexwave overcome early challenges and secure valuable connections. Smart Capital's supportive ecosystem empowers startups to innovate boldly, making it a key growth partner. Expanding globally from Taiwan to Japan, Singapore, and North America, Smart Capital supports startups from the angel stage to Series B. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/grQTKP66 *Flexwave website: https://lnkd.in/g49cwAPG #SmartCapital #EmpoweringStartups #StrategicGrowthPartner #BeyondInvestment #Flexwave

With the support of ERDF equity financial instruments, ALTUM is supporting some of the country’s highest growth start-ups to foster investments in innovation. #Venturecapital funding from national funds and the ERDF helped Vigo Health, the world’s first digitalised assistant for the rehabilitation of stroke patients, to invest in research, product development and validation studies. Watch this fi-compass #ShowcaseAward24 video submission and find out more👉 https://lnkd.in/ecKssz2b #Equity financial instrument as a tool promote the creation and development of new, innovative #startups in Latvia. What’s next? ✅ 55.8 million euros of public funding, including ERDF resources allocated to investments for start-ups for the next five years ✅ Additional private funding to be attracted – at least 6.21 million euros ✅ Three new professional fund managers to be selected in the public procurement process Find out more about ALTUM Venture Capital 👉https://lnkd.in/dKJjjPat Ekonomikas ministrija/ Ministry of Economics | Latvian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (LVCA) | Commercialization Reactor | Buildit VC | Overkill Ventures #ESfondi

🌟 Geremias Araújo's journey: Transforming systems with small changes🌟 Geremias Araújo's journey is a testament to how systems transformation is built from countless small changes. Through his work with the BRILHO Mozambique initiative, he gained access to clean energy, which enabled him to expand his entrepreneurial ventures and enhance his community's quality of life. 🌱💡 By working closely with the Mozambican government, SNV establishes enabling policy frameworks and raises awareness about the benefits of clean, off-grid energy. This widespread adoption is creating opportunities for individuals like Geremias to innovate and grow their businesses. Every transformation is the outcome of countless changes. 🌍✨ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ekjpKMEV Sida, FCDO Services #ImpactThatMatters #SNVStoriesofChange #EnergyAccess #BRILHO