CleanTechies Podcast

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In This Episode: * Was this continued ClimateTech Vibe shift inevitable, or is it just Trump? * The intersection of ClimateTech Startups and InsuranceTech startups? * What role are insurance companies playing in the climate crisis? Have you filled out our Subscriber Survey yet? We’ve put in thousands of hours t...

In This Episode: * Why Tommy is broadening his investing scope * Why there is a vibe shift in climate tech * What he means when he says that climate tech is mainstream now Have you filled out our Subscriber Survey yet? We’ve put in thousands of hours to create this project — won’t you spare 5 min to help us make the show even better? Hey everyone! Today we’ve got a great episode with Tommy Leep fr...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this episode: * How Rebecca Hu is using AI-powered robotics to revolutionize recycling and fix inefficiencies in waste sorting * Why proprietary physical data is the key to building a defensible AI business in climate tech * How new regulations like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are reshaping the re...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In This Episode: * Why critical minerals are at the heart of national security, energy transition, and AI-driven infrastructure. * A deep dive into the U.S. critical mineral supply chain—where we lost ground and how we can regain self-sufficiency. * The biggest entrepreneurial opportunities in the critical mine...

🚀 We’re back with another special episode of the CleanTechies Podcast—recorded live in Houston! In this issue: * Todd’s background and what he’s working on today (the deal tracker of carbon capture projects) * What it takes to successfully develop a carbon capture project (all the parts) * Why oil & gas is taking a continued interest in carbon capture * Why he thinks the 45Q tax credit is here to...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this episode: * How Yuval Bachar is transforming the data center industry with hydrogen-powered, off-grid facilities * A deep dive into the future of AI-driven infrastructure and why power constraints are the biggest bottleneck * The key lessons from building data centers at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Cisco—and...

PLEASE NOTE: The Hydrogen Forum has been rescheduled to May but we are still planning to be in Houston the 12th and 13th of Feb — hit us up if you’re in town. In this issue: * Houston’s role in the energy transition and the unique things about Houston’s ecosystem * How could nuclear get a jump start because of the Trump administration * Will carbon capture companies see a tailwind these next 4 yea...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * How Holocene Landed Google as a Carbon Removal Customer : Discover how this startup secured a groundbreaking deal at $100/ton and what it means for the future of carbon credits. * The Secret Behind Continuous Carbon Capture : Learn how Holocene’s liquid-based DAC technology is rewriting the rul...

Today we went live with Ben Shwab Eidelson and Anay Shah about the launch of their recent podcast Stepchange . We covered: * the inspiration, * how people have received it so far, * what they hope to achieve, * how much time it takes to create this, * a sneak peek of the first episode (for those who have not heard), * and how it’s changed their outlook on investing. Watch/listen - and let us know...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this episode: * How Jane is transforming home heating with Harvest Thermal’s innovative heat battery technology * A masterclass on cutting bills and emissions while delivering unparalleled comfort * The future of home electrification and why thermal storage is key to scaling clean energy solutions Listen Tim...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this episode: * How Martin is leveraging the country’s geothermal energy to pioneer Direct Air Capture * A masterclass on how Octavia secured millions in prepaid carbon revenue * The future of DAC and Kenya’s role and why Kenya’s unique energy resources, geology, and talent make it the global hub for carbon...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * Martin’s journey of noticing the opportunity for commercial energy storage (high heat) and how he founded the company. * A masterclass on how to get customers to pay for your pilot project. * A summary of the energy storage landscape. Listen Time: Full Show 57:21 (no ads) | Free Preview 34:49 O...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Joshua Posamentier is the co-founder and managing partner at Congruent Ventures, an early-stage venture capital fund focused exclusively on climate tech. With a background in physics and a career that began in the semiconductor industry, Josh transitioned into climate investing after holding various roles at In...

2024…what a year. We saw some big wins…and some big losses in ClimateTech this year. The future is uncertain, but we’ll be here like we always have to tell the stories of the best of the best fighting for a better planet. A huge thank you to all the CleanTechies out there. We couldn’t be more happy with our growth, our (new) community of supporting, paid subscribers, and every single person who en...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Julia Kumari Drapkin is the CEO and founder of ISeeChange, a data platform that combines resident-generated insights with AI to address climate adaptation challenges. Julia’s background as a climate science reporter, covering disasters like Hurricane Katrina, inspired her to bridge the gap between people’s live...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * How to use multiple revenue streams to ensure success as a climate startup * How the Trump admin could accomplish it’s goals (re-industrialization) while also helping advance climate * How climate founders need to approach their attachment to their tech Listen Time: Full Show 58:31 (no ads) | F...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * A masterclass at how to produce and bring to market a new battery component. * Serious lessons on how to fund your pilot commercial production facilities — the key ingredient “Job Creation” * Why you should build a battery tech startup Listen Time: Full Show 1:09:26 (no ads) | Free Preview 41:2...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Nate Loewentheil is the founder and managing partner of Commonweal Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on solving America's biggest challenges through entrepreneurship. Nate’s career spans angel investing, politics, and public policy. Previously, he served in the Obama White House, advising Pr...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * It’s essential for late career professionals to go back into the arena and to mentor the next generation. * How O&G firms captured carbon and released it again by selling to greenhouses and how Skytree is solving this. * The way to achieve low-cost carbon capture is scalable, mass-manufactured,...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Amy Duffuor is a co-founder and General Partner at Azolla Ventures and Managing Director at Prime Impact Fund, Azolla's predecessor vehicle. She has a diverse background that spans immigration research, management consulting, impact investing, and renewables investment banking. Amy began her career studying mar...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com In this issue: * Without exits, the venture ecosystem doesn’t work. That’s why it’s important to achieve outcomes sooner than later or ‘ClimateTech’ as a class will be doomed. * Under Trump, there are a few possible outcomes. 1) A Frankenstein IRA that is focused on ‘Energy Abundance’. 2) The M&A tap will be tu...

There’s no sugarcoating it…Trump is bad news for ClimateTech — but thankfully, we have interviewed 200+ ClimateTech Entrepreneurs on how to build politically resilient companies — ensuring the future is greener no matter who the president is. Today we’re distilling those key lessons for you. * Key risks across / what’s on the chopping block * Possible silver linings & some wins * Recognizing the r...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Today we are joined by Duncan Logan , CEO & Co-Founder of 9Zero . A community platform to bring climate professionals together in person and online so we can work together to solve the climate crisis. Duncan previously founded RocketSpace where he saw many tech startups that would go on to become unicorns. Comp...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Jean-Simon Venne is the co-founder and CTO of BrainBox AI, a pioneering company using artificial intelligence to optimize energy use in buildings. With a background in telecom and deep expertise in building mechanics and computer engineering, Jean-Simon has led BrainBox’s efforts to bring scalable, autonomous H...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.com Arjun Jairaj is an investor at noa, a London-based VC firm focused on early-stage ventures in the built environment across North America and Europe. With experience spanning private equity, startup founding, and advisory roles, Arjun has worked in India, the UK, and beyond, including founding a shared economy s...