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On March 13th, SeaAhead’s CEO Alissa Peterson travelled to Lisbon, Portugal to speak on an investor panel at Economist Impact's World Ocean Summit. The panel discussion centered around the theme “Investing in Nature,” and Peterson was joined by fellow investors Julie Pullen of Propeller, Jahed Momand of Cerulean Ventures, Tyler Gwinn of Trousdale Ventures, Peter Rive of SolarCity, Ross Brooks of Katapult, and Torsten Thiele of Global Ocean Trust. The investors were asked to weigh in on what constitutes the ‘secret sauce’ of a great project concept, how startups can attract early-stage investment and keep investors hooked, and how to reduce the risks that ocean innovation brings as a rite of passage. Alissa reflected on how wonderful it was to attend an event dedicated to a wide cross-section of stakeholders focused on ocean solutions. Six years ago, when SeaAhead was founded, none of the investors present would have been up there talking about bluetech. The stacked stage, as shown below, speaks to the good progress made in the industry. #bluetech #worldoceansummit #blueeconomy

🚀 Welcome to Cygnus Horizon Ventures! We’re excited to introduce Cygnus Horizon Ventures (CHV) to the LinkedIn community! At CHV, we’re more than just investors—we’re passionate advocates for a sustainable future. Our mission is to drive impactful change by investing in the high-growth sectors that are shaping tomorrow, including renewable energy, green technology, sustainable real estate, and logistics. 🌍 Our Vision: To pioneer investments that not only deliver strong financial returns but also contribute to a greener, more equitable world. We believe that profit and purpose can—and should—go hand in hand. 💡 What We Do: With a data-driven approach and a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we identify and support companies poised to lead the global shift towards sustainability. Backed by strong government incentives and a commitment to innovation, our investments are designed to unlock long-term value for both our portfolio companies and our investors. 🎯 Join Us: We invite you to follow our journey as we explore the opportunities and challenges of the green economy, share insights from our team of experts, and highlight the impact of our investments. Whether you’re an investor, a fellow entrepreneur, or simply passionate about sustainability, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s connect, engage, and work together to build a sustainable future—one investment at a time. #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #GreenEconomy #CHV #FutureFocus

What an exciting move by Pollination! Partnering with QIC and wealthy families to invest in climate ventures marks a significant step forward in sustainable finance. I can't wait to see the positive impacts and opportunities this will create for startups, scaleups and our planet! https://lnkd.in/gxJHtXCE

Which technologies are attracting the most growth equity deals in the Water industry? Data source: GWI WaterData More than $763 million was invested across more than 100 companies last year. 2023 saw a resurgence of corporate venture capital investors into the water tech space, often injecting equity alongside seasoned sector specialists such as Burnt Island Ventures, HG Ventures, and PureTerra Ventures. The themes attracting the most growth capital during this time are included below:

🇪🇺 In the spirit of efficiency and European unity, BlackWood works to strengthen cross-border collaboration within the European VC ecosystem. Last year, we led the pre-seed round for FINGREEN AI, exemplifying how VC and angel investors across borders can come together to optimally fund innovation with flexible funding solutions. 📜 It’s a testament to the strategic advantage of our pan-european angel network, which in this deal included industry-specific legal experts and ESG specialists, essential for navigating the complexities of the sometimes 'not-so-single' European market. 🤝 By uniting experienced angels with VCs, we are not only co-investing in startups with vetted value-adding investors, but also building cohesion & relationships between actors in a market that still appears too fragmented compared to the US. This approach creates a so-called 'Win-Win-Win'.

This #EarthMonth we are spotlighting trailblazing funds and fund managers that are driving a more inclusive energy transition.   Brahm Rhodes, Juliana Garaizar, and Kerry Bowie, co-GPs of Malaika Ventures, invest in extraordinary founders using a climate justice lens to achieve a rapid and just energy transition. The #vc firm operates at the intersection of climate, innovation, and inclusion.   The team blends deep experience and networks in climate, technology, accelerators, and early-stage investing to open doors for founders. Several years ago, Bowie founded Browning the Green Space, a coalition committed to advancing #dei in clean energy. The group found a home for their meetings at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA, which Garaizar was connected to as she was working to launch the organization’s Houston incubator. Rhodes was a coach for Bowie's Majira Project, a nonprofit accelerator program.   We’re proud to spotlight these #VCI alumni as they deploy capital to infuse the climate movement with resources and justice alike.    #climatetech #justtransition #energytransition #climateinvesting #greentech #diversityandinclusion #impactinvesting #esg #fundmanagers #venturecapital #DiversityInVC #ImpactinAction #emergingmanagers #alternateinvestments

Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high‑risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 mins to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ewvvFJPK     🌍💡 Passionate about Positive Impact? Invest in Climate Tech with Carbon13 SEIS Fund V: https://lnkd.in/eRiQViNz   Ready to be part of the next wave of climate tech ventures? 🚀 The Carbon13 SEIS Fund V offers an exclusive opportunity to invest in early-stage ventures emerging from our programmes.   📈 Since 2021, we've invested £7m in 64 climatetech ventures, with a total market value exceeding £140 million. Our previous SEIS Funds are showing increasing returns, showcasing the possibility of early rewards to our investors.   Discover more about Carbon13 SEIS Fund V (2024/25 tax year) and explore how you can make a positive impact 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRiQViNz #ClimateTechInvesting #ImpactInvestment #angelinvesting #greenangels #SEISFund 🌐🌿  

Learn more about the importance of partnering in clean tech Startups this week on The Chemical Show. Victoria (King) Meyer Meyer continues her insightful conversation with Rob van der Meij of Capricorn Partners. Delving into the intersection of venture capital and the chemical industry, Rob shares Capricorn Partners' investment approach, emphasizing the balance of risk and scalability in early-stage investing. Rob sheds light on the challenges of co-investing with corporates, the importance of understanding fund investments as balance sheet items, and the tension between short-term rewards and long-term innovation in corporate environments. Join us as Victoria and Rob explore the pivotal role of venture capital in fostering green chemistry and its transformative impact on the chemical industry's future. Don’t miss this week's episode! #TheChemicalShow #VentureCapital #GreenChemistry #Innovation #ChemicalIndustry

Our first encounter with the UK wastewater market at World Water-Tech. Our TORWASH technology for circular sludge treatment mitigates negative impact on land quality from sewage sludge disposal and converts sludge into bio energy carriers instead