Blue Earth 2024 Wrap-Up
As we look back on 2024, it’s incredible to see the whirlwind of events, ideas, and connections that have brought together innovators, investors, and changemakers from across the globe. Here’s a look at the year we’ve had 👇
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Exploring the Future: A Year of Pioneering Events
Future of Fashion | February
We kicked off our Futures Series, and London Fashion Week, with the Future of Fashion, where over 250 industry insiders came together to discuss how the fashion sector is adapting to environmental challenges and consumer demands. With groundbreaking discussions on bio-based materials like mycelium and banana husks, the event inspired solutions that align with the vision of a Net Zero, Nature Positive fashion industry by 2040. Huge thanks go to Claudine Rousseau , Dean of London College of Fashion, who expertly led discussion with Founder of GreenWith Studio MARY FELLOWES , Simon Platts - Founder of Recommerce Group and ex ASOS.com and Nicholas Davies now Head of Climate Policy at the Green Alliance .
Future of Cities | April
In a rapidly urbanising world, the Future of Cities event tackled the challenges of sustainable urban development. Hosted at Sustainable Ventures in London, it explored the intersection of design, governance, and community. Experts Daniel Raven-Ellison (Founder of National Park City , and Kalpana Arias - Founder of Nowadays On Earth shared insights on how to create inclusive, resilient cities that prioritise public health and environmental sustainability.
Future of Oceans | June
Marking World Oceans Day and the launch of the brilliant Sussex Bay® restoration Project, Blue Earth hosted an evening of discussion and networking around the blue economy; showcasing how businesses, governments, and communities are restoring ocean ecosystems. Discussion was led by Sam Zindel , Co-Founder of the Sussex Bay® project and longstanding friend of Blue Earth who was joined by Wietse Van Der Werf - Founder, CEO of Sea Ranger Service , Hugo Tagholm UK VP of Oceana and Clare Brook , CEO of Blue Marine Foundation .
Forum Series: Connecting Business Solutions with Impact Investment
This year, we hosted two Forum events, each designed to connect high-growth, purpose-driven businesses with the funding they need to scale their solutions.
25-26 June 2024
Our first Forum, held as a flagship event of London Climate Action Week , welcomed 40 high-growth, high-impact businesses collectively seeking £185 million in investment to exhibit and pitch to more than 250 impact investors. The event also presented a full two-day programme themed around specific sectors and the Sustainable Development Goals. Sectors covered included energy, water, consumption and production, the built environment, food, climate, and nature.
3-4 December 2024
Building on the momentum and success of our June flagship event, the December Forum convened another 30 innovative, high-impact businesses collectively seeking £138 million in investment. Over 200 investors attended, eager to foster meaningful change and scale solutions that address pressing global challenges.
Once again, the Forum’s carefully curated format, uniting panel discussions focused on key sectors and Sustainable Development Goals with concise founder pitches, proved instrumental. This approach not only highlights emerging opportunities across various industries but also facilitates tangible connections, ensuring that every conversation contributes to shaping a more sustainable future.
A huge thank you to all our Forum partners: Joelson | B Corp , Innovate UK , Origin Coffee , Carta , Abel + Imray , London Climate Action Week , First Wealth | Certified B Corp , British Business Bank , Environment Bank , Springwise , ESG_VC , Bull & Wolf | B Corp
Blue Earth Summit 2024: Reconnecting the Working World
The highlight of the year was, of course, Blue Earth Summit in October. Set against the backdrop of the River Thames, this three-day gathering of 4,500 attendees redefined what it means to connect purpose-driven businesses, investors, and thought leaders.
Being at Blue Earth Summit has shown me how much inspiration I can gain from those around me. Seeing so many passionate people working towards real solutions gives me hope and motivates me to continue driving positive change.
- Sebastian Vettel, Formula 1 World Champion
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Content Highlights
With 287 speakers and 52 hours of content across four stages, the Summit tackled ten critical themes, including Energy, Food, Nature, and Climate Tech. Sessions were a blend of bold ideas, actionable solutions, and heartfelt storytelling, with the BE100 putting a spotlight on the solutions set to shape the sustainable economies of tomorrow. Huge congratulations to Library of Things , Reboxed® , and UrbanChain for winning the seed, scale-up and growth categories respectively.
Reconnect and Community Impact
Over the 3 days, we hosted a variety of sessions to get people outdoors and active. Our community reconnected through guided runs led by the The Better Business Network and Protect Our Winters Europe , open water swims led by dryrobe Ltd ’s Sophie Hellyer and Finisterre ’s Hanli Prinsloo , and engaging workshops from various partners emphasising the importance of well-being, regenerative business models and community driven approaches.
Investment Potential
Over 10,000 meetings were estimated across the event, showcasing Blue Earth’s unique ability to bridge the gap between innovators and impact investors. Blue Earth is on its way to becoming a global platform for impact and innovation at scale. Our goal is to connect the brightest minds with the boldest solutions, creating real-world transformations that benefit people and planet.
Summit 2024 Highlights
Relive the incredible moments from Blue Earth Summit 2024, three days of inspiration, connection and action in the heart of London.
Our Partners
A huge thank you to all of our incredible partners who share our commitment to reconnecting the working world. This gratitude extends to (but is not limited to): Aqua Libra, OVO, The Crown Estate, Joelson | B Corp, JCDecaux, Republic, 1% for the Planet, Big Give, Blue Marine Foundation, Rewilding Britain, Aquapak Polymers Ltd, British Business Bank, Cazenove Capital, Circular&Co., Climbing Trees, DRP Group, Enviral, Environmental Funders Network, Environment Bank, Finisterre, Good Energy, Grosvenor, HH Global, House of Hackney, Trainline, Impatience Earth, Innovate UK, Mars, Origin Coffee, People's Captain, Reskinned, Restore Nature Ltd, Tony's Chocolonely, Treefera, University of Greenwich, UrbanChain, Clif Bar, dryrobe Ltd, Merrell, Ocean Bottle, Propellernet, Bull & Wolf | B Corp, DUNA Films.
BE100 and Ventures
This year also marked the unveiling of the BE100, a cohort of 100 pioneering businesses that are driving systemic change across industries. These businesses were selected from over 1,000 applicants for their groundbreaking solutions in areas like renewable energy, sustainable fashion, and agriculture.
From lab-grown meats to cutting-edge compliance platforms, the BE100 initiative highlights the diversity of innovation within the Blue Earth community.
Our Ventures team continue to support groundbreaking companies that actively restore and protect our natural world. Since 2020, we’ve raised over £150 million for 60+ innovative, high-growth solutions, all united by a single purpose: getting people outdoors, living healthier lives, and making a positive impact on the planet.
Central to our efforts is an investor network of more than 650 committed individuals who turn to Blue Earth as their trusted source for discovering their next investment opportunities. By fostering connections between mission-driven entrepreneurs and forward-thinking investors, we continue to accelerate meaningful solutions for people and the planet.
Momentum for 2025: Bigger, Bolder, Better
As we wrap up 2024, we’re looking ahead to an even bigger 2025. Here’s what’s in store:
As we close out this transformative year, we want to thank every speaker, attendee, partner, and supporter who joined us on this journey. Together, we are not just imagining a better future, we’re building it.
Here’s to 2025. Let’s make it our biggest year yet. 🌍
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