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𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟰𝟮 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟬𝟬+ 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 Climate issues are supposed to be a predominant threat in 2024— as per the World Economic Forum. The proportion of private market equity and grant investment in climate tech increased to 11.4% in the third quarter of 2023. Not only this… climate tech investments represented more than 10% of private market start-up investments in 2023, up from 7% in 2018. But a question for both VCs and startup founders… which climate techs are VCs most bullish on? Let’s mention some of VCs’ favorite sectors, and if you want to read in detail, here is the link 👉 https://bit.ly/3wlEoXz Katarzyna Angelika Gil 𝗮𝗻𝗱 Ewelina Kuna 𝗮𝘁 Icos Capital → Carbon utilisation technologies → Precision fermentation and synthetic biology → Biotechnology platforms Max Blanshard 𝗮𝘁 2150 → Bioreactor capacity → Water scarcity → Bioreactor capacity Jonas von den Driesch 𝗮𝘁 SHIFT Invest → Food waste → Energy transition → Sustainable mobility → Green industries Alexandre Bastos 𝗮𝘁 Givaudan → De-carbonisation → Fermentation Gil Horsky 𝗮𝘁 FLORA Ventures → Agri-FinTech → Food as medicine The Amadeus APEX Technology Fund has already invested in companies in these sectors, such as UniSieve AG, which produces cartridges containing their proprietary membrane helping to decarbonize heavy-emitting industries. Stay tuned as we will announce another Climate / Energy Tech investment soon! Which sectors are you most interested in? Let us know in the comments! Credit: A big shoutout to Laura Hodgkiss at HackTrends for compiling this report. #deeptech #venturecapital #innovation #impactinvesting #venturecapitalists Follow us for strategies and resources for Deep Tech founders and VCs! And get access to exclusive content on deep tech startups like Yuri, ATMOS Space Cargo, UniSieve AG, and planqc in our newsletter: 🗻 https://lnkd.in/dtTX49AF

📢 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 Hello Tomorrow 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 together with my colleague Ricardo Zapatero Saenz, CIIA! 🚀   As an advocate for leveraging technology to address climate change, I'm thrilled to be part of this forward-looking event, where groundbreaking deep tech solutions intersect with the urgent need for environmental sustainability.   I'm eager to explore how innovative technologies such as DAC, Hydrogen, efuels and renewable energy are reshaping our approach to climate action. This event provides a unique opportunity to connect with visionary entrepreneurs, impact-driven investors, and leading experts in the field, all united in our mission to combat climate change and build a more sustainable future. We will be looking for investment opportunities for #RepsolVenturing 👉 We are the VC arm of Repsol. We are searching for new disruptive opportunities aligned with our strategy to stepping up the transition!  👉 We're on the lookout for investors to join us in our mission to fuel growth and innovation in Net Zero Ventures! Looking to partner with investors who share our vision for the future. Together, we can make a real impact and accelerate climate tech startups!  👉We are convinced that innovation and technological development are essential to guarantee a stable and sustainable energy supply in the long term 🚀   We are looking forward to meeting new projects and catching up with friends! Let's harness the power of deep tech to drive positive change for our planet!   See you there!   #innovation #energy #venturecapital #startup #investment #DeepTech #ClimateInnovation #Sustainability 

💸 Looking at the list of Dutch start-ups that realised the biggest investments last month, two trends can not be ignored: most are focussing on sustainable innovations and over half of them are from Delft. Strong evidence the Delft ecosystem is flourishing, growing and realising sustainable change. Examples of Delft start-ups causing a stir: 🔥 Ore Energy, working on a new type of low-cost energy storage system using iron, air and water, signed up €10 million, helping them boost large-scale production. 🔥 Powall aims to improve batteries and fuel cells with their proprietary ultra-thin nano coating. It raised €3 million from Norwegian Sandwater, Invest-NL and the EU fund EIT RawMaterials. 🔥 zepp.solutions likewise realised €3 million for their pioneering hydrogen fuel cell technology. The Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam and a private investor are helping the start-up scaling up production. 🔥 Newton Energy Solutions raised €2.5 million to help speed up the product launch of their NEStore Boiler: a novel system that helps keeping water warm for weeks with minimal energy consumption - bridging the existing challenges of storing excess solar energy. 🔥 Q*BIRD B.V. likewise raised €2.5 million for their quantum cryptography hardware and software. The start-up aims to improve safety and repel cyberattacks in the quantum era. 🔥 SLAM Orthopedic wraps up the list and realised €2 million for their surgical sensor/measurement system, improving accuracy for surgeons, saving time and waste when placing implants or screws. Investment came from Rising Star Venture Partners and the Zeeuws Participatie Fonds. Congratulations to all involved! Source: https://lnkd.in/eKb_68rG

Buckle up for an exhilarating ride through the future of investment! On February 1st, 2024, Our CEO & Founder, Noman Ahmed, will be taking the stage at the "EuroincNet Investment Showcase", promising an event of epic proportions. Picture this: top-tier start-ups, including us, unveiling groundbreaking #medtech breakthroughs, eco-conscious #environmental solutions, and game-changing #agritech innovations. The energy will be palpable as we pave the way for a new era of investment opportunities. But here's the catch: this isn't just a spectator event. It's your chance to be part of the action, to invest in tomorrow's success stories today. Secure your front-row seat now and witness firsthand the birth of innovation that will reshape industries. Don't let this opportunity pass you by – join us at the forefront of the investment revolution. Register Now: https://bcn.to/b1g3 #Investment SETsquared Partnership, Arctic Business, imec, I3P - Innovative Companies Incubator of Politecnico Torino, INiTS | Vienna's High-Tech Incubator, UIC - Uppsala Innovation Centre, UtrechtInc, BIC de Montpellier

The video will explore why electricity-free cooling technology is important for shaping a greener world because: * **Reduced reliance on fossil fuels:** Traditional air conditioning relies heavily on electricity, often generated by burning fossil fuels. Electricity-free cooling eliminates this need, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. * **More sustainable energy use:** This technology offers a path towards a more sustainable energy future by utilizing natural processes like radiative cooling instead of traditional electricity-powered systems. * **Cost-effective cooling solutions:** Electricity-free cooling can potentially bring down energy bills and provide a more affordable way to maintain comfortable temperatures * **Environmentally friendly:** By eliminating the use of harmful refrigerants in conventional air conditioning systems, this technology can have a positive impact on the environment.

Climate change and its global effects are among the most pressing challenges of our time. And as we strive for a sustainable future, climate tech innovations are emerging as pivotal solutions. 🌿 Our new blog,  "The Rise of Climate Tech: Innovation for a Sustainable Future", highlights the crucial role climate tech innovations play in transforming industries and fostering a sustainable future. The AIC T-Hub Sustainability Program, Sparkle, is at the heart of this transformation. Sparkle empowers early-stage climate tech startups and provides access to cutting-edge technologies, world-class mentorship, and invaluable industry connections. We invite startups dedicated to leading the way in renewable energy, circular economies, energy efficiency, and other sustainability domains. 🍃 For a deeper dive into how climate tech is shaping our future, read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gF98v4Aj 🔗 Apply for Cohort 3 of the AIC T-Hub Sustainability Program: https://bit.ly/3VjcqFX Atal Innovation Mission Official | Rajesh Kumar A. | Vijay Bawra | Rajesh D (Raj) | Dr. Gaurav Gupta, PhD | Ashia Avasthi | Chaitanya Shravan | Nikhitha Yelavarthi | Varun Sai #InnovatewithTHub #InnovationEcosystem #AICTHub #Sustainability #ClimateTech #Technology #Startups #Entrepreneurs #RenewableEnergy #Energy #CleanEnergy #CarbonFootprint #WaterManagement #AgriTech #Environment

Climate change and its global effects are among the most pressing challenges of our time. And as we strive for a sustainable future, climate tech innovations are emerging as pivotal solutions. 🌿 Our new blog, "The Rise of Climate Tech: Innovation for a Sustainable Future", highlights the crucial role climate tech innovations play in transforming industries and fostering a sustainable future. The AIC T-Hub Sustainability Program, Sparkle, is at the heart of this transformation. Sparkle empowers early-stage climate tech startups and provides access to cutting-edge technologies, world-class mentorship, and invaluable industry connections. We invite startups dedicated to leading the way in renewable energy, circular economies, energy efficiency, and other sustainability domains. 🍃 For a deeper dive into how climate tech is shaping our future, read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gF98v4Aj 🔗 Apply for Cohort 3 of the AIC T-Hub Sustainability Program: https://bit.ly/3VjcqFX Atal Innovation Mission Official | Rajesh Kumar A. | Vijay Bawra | Rajesh D (Raj) | Dr. Gaurav Gupta, PhD | Ashia Avasthi | Chaitanya Shravan | Nikhitha Yelavarthi | Varun Sai #InnovatewithTHub #InnovationEcosystem #AICTHub #Sustainability #ClimateTech #Technology #Startups #Entrepreneurs #RenewableEnergy #Energy #CleanEnergy #CarbonFootprint #WaterManagement #AgriTech #Environment

【A Message from the TERA-Award Founder】 The future of sustainability is looking brighter than ever, thanks to the innovations showcased at the TERA-Award. Today, let's revisit the inspiring words shared by Dr Lee Ka-kit, Founder of the TERA-Award, in which he reflected on his vision and the prospects of the competition: “Three years ago, I was contemplating the state of our ailing planet and wondered if it would be possible to unite scientists and entrepreneurs worldwide to use innovative technology to heal it. This was the original intention behind my decision to launch the TERA-Award. “Entrepreneurship is an extremely risky endeavour, with a slim chance of success. The energy field itself requires heavy investment, and application scenarios are exactly what entrepreneurs lack the most. Being able to fill that gap is a unique feature of the TERA-Award. Towngas has joined hands with numerous partners to provide all-round support for the growth of zero-carbon technology enterprises, from prize money to investment and application scenarios, forming a lasting impact globally. “In the future, the TERA-Award brand will be elevated from a competition to an accelerator platform for zero-carbon technologies. I hereby call for and welcome more global zero-carbon technology entrepreneurs to join the TERA-Award family and work together to create a more sustainable future through technological innovation!” #TERAAward #smartenergy #zerocarbon

🌟🎉 Big news from the TERA-Award ceremony! This year’s event was not only a showcase of groundbreaking technologies but also a rich seminar where we, at i2Cool, shared our journey alongside other industry leaders and innovators. 🌍📚 🥇🌀 It’s a surreal feeling to reflect on our journey from a tiny two-person startup to a thriving company now celebrating the completion of a major Series A funding round. 🚀💼 TERA has been instrumental in this transformation, not merely as a competition but as a nurturing ecosystem that has supported us from day one. 🤗💡 From the initial concept developed in a lab with Prof Tso, to scaling up and impacting global markets, every step has been a blend of hard work, innovation, and a bit of magic. TERA's role in our growth story cannot be overstated—it has been a catalyst for not only i2Cool but for fostering technologies that aim to create a better, more sustainable world. 🌱🌐 Dive into our video to learn how our technology is crafting a greener future and stay tuned for more insights from other leading thinkers in the field of sustainable technology. Together, let's innovate towards a carbon-neutral world! 🎥🌍 #TERAAward #i2Cool #Innovation #CarbonNeutrality #SustainableTechnology #SeriesAFunding #EcoInnovation #GreenTech

🍃 How a journey with I4N can look like 🍃   Success in the nature-based economy is more than just a vision; it's a journey of growth and opportunity. Here’s a glimpse into how I4N is catalysing change for start-ups.    "I4N provides an ideal ecosystem to support start-ups to accelerate their growth and thrive in the nature specific space." – Andres Vergara, CMO at InvestConservation® claims.     InvestConservation is one of the start-ups we scouted, and we are featuring. When we last spoke with Andres, he again highlighted the collaboration and pitch opportunities, among others at the I4N Day and especially during the World Economic Forum:    "Being able to showcase our nature solution of biodiversity protection in tropical forest using advanced technology including, satellite, NFT tokens, soundscapes and IA, and then correspondingly interact with the top level +150 people audience during the I4N dinner during the WEF 2024 in Davos was highly valuable for us."   And we are more than happy to grant such opportunities for biodiversity start-up´s as well as to see the nature economy grow!     Want to follow in the footsteps of InvestConservation with I4N? Apply for the I4N Award and begin your own journey to impactful opportunities in the nature-based economy: https://i4n.ch/i4n-award/  #startup #founders #naturepositive #win #network #award #I4N