SOSV Climate Tech Podcast

s03e19 - Climate Tech Analysts: Taking the Temperature with Bloomberg NEF, CTVC and Voyager VC

SOSV Climate Tech Podcast

Show Notes

In this discussion from the 2023 SOSV Climate Tech Summit (Sept 26-27, 2023), two analysts and an analyst-turned-VC discuss the need for innovative solutions in sectors such as renewable power, transportation, and hard-to-abate industries. They also discuss the potential for growth in climate tech and the importance of research and funding in driving progress. They highlight emerging segments such as sustainable mining, geothermal energy, and energy storage. Overall, they emphasize the ongoing need for climate solutions and the opportunities for career growth in the field.

This conversation is moderated by Sierra Peterson, Founding Partner, Voyager VC. The video of this episode and more can be found online at sosvclimatetech.com.

Speakers

Nat Bullard, Partner, Bloomberg NEF

Mark Taylor, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, CTVC

Moderator

Sierra Peterson, Founding Partner at Voyager VC

Credits

Producer: Ben Joffe

Podcast Summary: Written by gpt-3.5-turbo, edited by Ben Joffe

Intro Voice: Cloned voice of Ben Joffe by ElevenLabs

Intro Music: EL Waili

Keywords: #deeptech #venturecapital #climatetech #vc #robotics #lifesciences #biology #hardware #startups #innovation #technology #frontiertech #hardtech

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