16 ClimateTech Startups to Watch

VCs are investing big in climate tech! We tell you which climate tech startups to look out for and why.

 
Climate tech is a hot ticket for VC investors – companies in this sector raised $19b in venture capital across 500 deals in the first half of 2022.

While economic conditions have slowed investment in the past year – down from a $40b peak in 2021 – capital and talent continue to flow into the fast-growing sector, with more organisations launching dedicated funds and initiatives to support climate-conscious entrepreneurs.

Founders Factory launched its £100m Planet Fund for climate tech startups focused on issues like decarbonisation and the circular economy this year, while its Sustainability Seed Program, delivered in partnership with G-Force, is offering early-stage green tech startups €150k in funding and six months of bespoke support.

Founders Pledge created its own Climate Change Fund, a philanthropic co-funding vehicle that awards grants to startups with innovative solutions to the emissions crisis. And ClimateTech is working to bring the global climate tech community together, hosting regular events and councils to boost collaboration between founders, investors, corporate leaders, and academics.

This growing ecosystem is a breeding ground for exciting innovations in climate tech and established founders are tapping into the space – like Square/Invisibly’s Jim McKelvey, who is researching biodegradable fibres suitable for nappies.

Who will be the next climate tech success story? Here’s 16 climate tech companies from the FF community we’re excited to tell you about:

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Πηγή: ff.co