Trellis Climate’s Post

The venture sides of the buildings and infrastructure industries are shifting. Find out how and what that means at Venture East in Boston this week!

🌍 I can't wait for this. I am thrilled to represent Antler at VentureESG's FRAME conference in September where I will co-host the Portfolio Work Breakout with Ashleigh Brown from Atomico. FRAME is the industry's first dedicated ESG-for-VC conference, designed to bring together 250 VCs and 50 LPs to inspire collective engagement around ESG and responsible investing in venture capital. In our breakout session, we'll explore: 1. Strategies to inspire different founders to integrate ESG within their startups. 2. How VCs can collaborate for successful ESG integration, share data, conduct risk assessments, and guide founders. 3. Best practices for ESG leads working with investment partners. 4. Addressing the anti-ESG movements and their impact on fundraising and branding. Don't miss this opportunity to join the conversation and help shape the future of responsible investing. To find out more and register, visit the FRAME website here: https://lnkd.in/gr-f7xK9 See you there! 🌟 #ESG #VentureCapital #ResponsibleInvesting #FRAMEConference #VC #SustainableInvesting

🚀 Exciting News Alert! Our brainchild, SEN-TECH, is blazing a trail straight to the top! 🚀 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that SEN-TECH has clinched its spot in the electrifying final rounds of the Battle of Green Talents, hosted by none other than EIT InnoEnergy! 🌱💡 SEN-Tech isn't just a game-changer; it's a revolution in the making! 🔄 By ingeniously repurposing used EV batteries for stationary applications, we're spearheading the charge towards a greener, more sustainable energy landscape. 💚🔋 But that's not all! SEN-Tech aims to lead the charge with a 100% circular economy focus. 🔄 We're not just renting out refurbished batteries; we're offering an end-to-end solution that includes monitoring, maintenance, and personalized support. 🛠️📊 From start to finish, we wish to ensure a seamless integration that sets the standard for sustainability and efficiency. Transparency is our middle name! 🌟 We adhere to strict refurbishment criteria, and our live monitoring and predictive maintenance services keep everything running smoothly, every step of the way. 📈💡 Join us on this exhilarating journey as we pave the way for a brighter, greener future! 🌟🌱 Together, we're not just imagining change; we're making it happen, one refurbished battery at a time. 💪🔋 A huge round of applause 👏👏👏 is in order for our incredible team members, Charalambos-Marios Xydas, Jordi Yherla, and Pascal Timmann! 🌟👨🔬👨💼👨🔧 Here's to an electrifying final round! 🎉 Let's show the world what SEN-Tech is made of! 💥🔋 #SENTECH #GreenTalents #CircularEconomy #InnovationLeadership

🌍 Excited to be in New York ahead of Climate Week! While Climate Week officially kicks off next week, I’m already here, ready to engage in meaningful discussions. I’ll be attending and moderating several sessions focused on UpLink - World Economic Forum Investor Community—a dynamic network of forward-thinking investors committed to bridging the critical capital gap for early-stage startups. Our mission is to prove that investing in these ventures can be both profitable and socially impactful. I’m also looking forward to connecting with those passionate about supporting innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. If you’re in New York and share this vision, let’s connect and explore how we can work together to drive impactful change. 🤝 #ClimateWeekNYC #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #PrivateCapital #UpLink #sustainablefinance #womeninfinance #UNGA #venturecapital #climateaction #climatetech

At last week's ClimateTech Innovation Forum hosted by Cycle Capital in Montreal, Managing Partner Frank Verbeek shared the stage with fellow sector experts, including Grégoire Baillargeon from BMO Quebec, Elliot Greenstone from Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Gerd Goette from Cycle Capital, and Heather Smith from Ancoris Capital Partners. The event and panel offered a deep dive into the resilience and potential of the ClimateTech sector amidst the broader (venture) capital market challenges.   Below are some of the key takeaways:   ➤ Resilience of ClimateTech: Despite a slowdown in broader venture capital activities and a correction in valuations across global markets, ClimateTech companies are continuing to adapt and thrive, presenting viable solutions for decarbonization and climate change. ➤ Investment Opportunities: There is a growing recognition of the strategic investment opportunities within the sector as the global economy is starting to show signs of stabilization, and investors are redirecting their attention to ventures that combine potential high returns with positive environmental impact. A big thank you to the Cycle Capital team (Andrée-Lise Méthot, Catherine Bérubé, Gerd Goette, Ankit Mishra, & the entire team) for organizing this impactful and highly relevant event, and to Musfika Mishi from BloombergNEF for moderating the great panel discussion.   To ambitious entrepreneurs and investors in the ClimateTech sector; we encourage you to connect with our team at IMPROVED to explore how we can support you in navigating current market dynamics and realize your strategic ambitions – through tailormade corporate finance solutions.   Reach out to drive forward iconic innovations that matter. #netzero #climatetech #corporatefinance #fundraising #mergersandacquisitions

Securing your first institutional funding can be daunting, especially when you're focused on developing world-changing solutions in the climate deeptech space. At First Impact Partners, we understand the challenges you face. That's why we've curated a list of VCs actively investing in climate-focused ventures across Europe and the UK at the pre-seed and seed stages, to help you navigate the complexities of fundraising: 1. Almi Invest 2. AENU 3. Speedinvest 4. Future Positive Capital 5. Pale blue dot 6. Verve Ventures 7. Capricorn Partners 8. UVC Partners 9. Statkraft Ventures 10. kopa ventures 11. Unruly Capital 12. Contrarian Ventures 13. Übermorgen Ventures 14. KOMPAS VC 15. Clean Growth Fund For a broader and more comprehensive list, be sure to check out Sightline: https://lnkd.in/geqy56Bp This post builds on our previous discussion on the potential of blended finance for climate deeptech companies. By leveraging a mix of equity, grants, loans, and catalytic capital, founders can reduce the risks associated with novel technologies and increase their chances of securing funding. Whether you're just starting or ready to scale, blending different sources of capital can be a game-changer. 🌍 Read more about how to optimise your funding strategy from our previous post. 🌍Apply for our programme here by 15th Sept: https://lnkd.in/dmAkF_M5 🌍Join our climate deeptech founder community here: https://lnkd.in/eHQ-f3pH #ClimateTech #DeepTech #ImpactInvesting #BlendedFinance #SustainableFinance

#Climatetech founders about to raise your first VC money but don’t know where to start? Here’s a list:

 🍃We believe that Investing in Climate Tech is like building a skyscraper on shifting sands - which surely requires patience, resilience, and a deep understanding of the landscape. But the view from the top promises not just profit, but a legacy of sustainability for generations to come. And with this thought, we are excited to announce a panel discussion on 'Funding and Scaling Asset Heavy Sustainable Ventures' For this discussion, join us in welcoming Paul Ark (Polapat Arkkrapridi), venture partner at The Radical Fund; Korbchai Pitrasatorn, Investment Manager at AddVentures by SCG; Zhengyi Zhu, Investment Professional at East Ventures; and Shailesh Vickram Singh, Director of Massive Earth Foundation and founder of Climate Angels. Venture Capitalists face a crucial moment as they deal with the unique challenges of evaluating and investing in Climate Tech. From the shift in investment needs to the varied skills of founders and the uncertain path of emerging technologies, how do VCs navigate a landscape where success requires a mix of tech, digital know-how, and real-world infrastructure? 💡How will they adjust their risk-taking to support longer investments given the extended timeframes of climate solutions? In this conversation, we will explore how innovation, investment, and sustainability intersect in the pursuit of a greener world🌍 #ClimateTech #VentureCapital #Sustainability

Last month, I had the privilege of moderating our webinar "Blueprint for Success: Defining What Great Looks Like for Pre-Series A Fundraising" with a stellar panel including Dr. Anna Wright, Kieran O'Neill and Josh Geelan. We discussed amazing steps for founders seeking capital and one of the significant key takeaways was to show a repeatable go-to-market strategy. Investors want to see a clear, repeatable strategy and pipeline that ensures growth potential. But when I think of this from the perspective of climate tech startups, it's also important to map out the risk. Many climate tech companies set bold goals and ambitions but being as transparent with investors as possible about risks and your company’s existing traction is also important. A strong selling point is having secured agreements with partners along the supply chain as early as possible. That can include deals with future suppliers, construction firms and clients. While climate technologies like solar, wind and electric vehicle batteries are already relatively mature, it is estimated that roughly 35% of the emissions reductions needed to meet 2050 climate goals will have to come from technologies still in development, according to the International Energy Agency. Haven't we seen so many diverse innovations like GOTERRA and Cauldron Ferm secure investment rounds with their incredible potential? #startup #climatetech #investment

E44 Ventures is proud to be selected as thought leaders among the international climate-tech ecosystem, propelling the rapidly growing multidisciplinary #climate sectors forward through hands-on action, capital, experience and knowledge. Our Co-Founder and Managing Partner Adi Vagman was selected to share her Net Zero Insights in their new State of Climate Tech Report for Q2 2024 🌏📈 In the report, Adi explains how E44 views its role as a VC to be far more than providing capital; "E44 acts as mentors and strategic partners, leveraging our network and expertise to propel our companies forward. We believe in sharing the rewards of success and encourage our innovators to utilize equity to attract top talent, build strong partnerships, and reduce overall risk." In addition, some of the report's highlights show a climate-tech investment boom with European leadership for venture funding, especially in the electric vehicle (#EV) and energy storage sectors. Click here to dive deeper into Q2 2024 climate-tech insights! https://lnkd.in/dfryqVdX Sharon Shacham | Anat Haas Mizrahi | Sagi Sheinkman