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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations are no longer a “nice-to-have”—they’re essential for the long-term success of startups. And yet, too often, ESG remains absent from boardroom agendas, especially in early-stage companies. That’s why today, we’re introducing a simple yet impactful ESG board slide template to help founders and boards bring this critical topic into regular discussions. If you’d like to receive the template, simply DM us or comment “ESG Board Template.” This template isn’t just a checkbox — it’s a tool to track progress, define priorities, and drive actionable conversations about the material ESG issues your company faces. By embedding ESG into board meetings early on, startups can mitigate future risks, attract like-minded investors, and build resilience for growth. The full article by Yair Reem and Tess Dury on why ESG is important for early stage boards and a breakdown of the key features of the template is available here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e2B5f8F5 #VentureCapital #ESG #ClimateTech

"Dry Powder Spotlight" #3: €204M Extantia Flagship Today’s spotlight is a special one. Huge congratulations to Joern-Carlos Kuntze and the Extantia team for closing an impressive €204M fund to back climate pioneers! Joern (alongside Alexander and Jan), was my introduction to VC, and I learned a lot from them during my first VC job and beyond. I also had the pleasure of sharing office with Yair Reem and Sebastian Heitmann at Maschinenraum back in 2020 and can highly recommend working with them! Extantia's oversubscribed fund increases Extantia's support for founders building cheaper, better and greener solutions. As former entrepreneurs and operators who have built and exited companies, the Extantia team focuses on providing their founders with hands-on support in commercialization, organizational growth, and fundraising. Thank you, Joern-Carlos and Fernanda, for the great conversation! #Climatetech #VentureCapital #Fundraising #Extantia #StartupGrowth #Investorspotlight #Mergersandacquisitions

"With some of the hype gone out of the market, more mediocre propositions are no longer attracting the interest they did previously," says Yair Reem in an interview with PwC for their latest State of Climate Tech report. "Truly exceptional companies, with clear and compelling value propositions that extend beyond simply being green, are still securing funding, but there is a lack of money generally." The report, "Seeking an Edge as Deal-Making Slows," offers important insights on the state of climate tech investment: 👉 Market Contraction: Capital flows and transaction volumes continue to decline, falling below pre-2019 levels. 👉 AI-Related Climate Tech: This segment is seeing notable growth, with its market share almost doubling to 14.6%. 👉 Focus on Climate Adaptation: 28% of climate tech deals now focus on adaptation and resilience. 👉 Corporate Venture Capital: These funds are playing a growing role in mid- and late-stage investments. You can read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3ZAKMXt Thanks for featuring us at Extantia! cc Emma, Will, James, Rebecca, Flora, Mahima, Olivia #ClimateAction #VentureCapital #Sustainability

November ended on a high note in Helsinki, with bold ideas and transformative climate discussions that continue to resonate into December and the new year. At the Slush Climate Summit, co-hosted with Lightrock and Transition, we explored how we can truly excel in a world where being merely green is no longer enough. Together, we unpacked the green growth playbook with an incredible line-up of speakers and panellists: Saif (Altruistiq), Ari (Transition), Torben (Extantia), Kimberly (GenZero), Dominic (Monumo ), and Christopher (Lightrock), Sebastian (Extantia), Martin Roscheisen (Diamond Foundry), David (Transition), Annu (The Upright Project), and Mimi (Sifted). A massive thank you to the behind-the-scenes teams: Elin, Ella, Konrad, Kaisu, Alasdair, Emily, Sarah Knox, Gabbi, Rachel, and Fernanda. We also co-hosted Super Climate Helsinki, which brought together over 130 attendees. Despite the slushy weather outside, the atmosphere inside was full of warmth and meaningful connections. Thanks Rafael and Oona for your incredible work in Helsinki! #ClimateTech #Slush2024 #SuperClimate

New look. New fund. Same mission: Powering industry-changing tech entrepreneurs. We’re thrilled to unveil our fresh look and even bigger news: the close of our €204M flagship fund! This oversubscribed fund supercharges our commitment to backing bold, industry-changing entrepreneurs. At Extantia, we’re here for founders building cheaper, better and greener solutions. We invest in software and hardware solutions that address high-impact, near-term opportunities in the climate sector. Read more about the announcement on Axios (https://bit.ly/3V0sXy1) and Silicon Canals (https://bit.ly/3ARbIZi). Founders re-engineering the future – let’s talk. The new Industrial Revolution starts now. #ClimateTech #ClimateAction #VentureCapital cc Yair, Sebastian, Torben, Oliver, Joern-Carlos, Carlota, Christian, Paul, Tyler, Fernanda, Tess, Jan, Francesco, Eshel, Paola, Elisabeth, Jaisal

The Slush Climate Summit 2024 agenda is now out! In partnership with Lightrock and Transition, Extantia will deliver the latest climate tech insights next Thursday. 1️⃣ Green Growth Playbook Panel: Paths for Climate Innovators Panellists Saif Hameed of Altruistiq, Ari Helgason of Transition, Torben Schreiter of Extantia, Kimberly Tan of GenZero, Dominic Vergine of Monumo , and moderator Christopher Steinau of Lightrock will answer founders’ burning questions on climate innovation. 2️⃣ The Elephant In The Room: Is This "The End Of The Beginning" For Climate Tech? Hear Sebastian Heitmann of Extantia and Super Climate cover offtakes alongside green premiums and green discounts. 3️⃣ A Fireside Chat On Diamond Technology. Martin Roscheisen of Diamond Foundry will be interviewed by David Helgason of Transition to discuss how diamonds are supporting innovative and green tech manufacturing processes. 4️⃣ What You Need To Know About Impact Measurement & Management. Annu Nieminen of The Upright Project will be interviewed by Mimi Billing of Sifted to explore what climate founders need to know about IMM. As well as Torben and Sebastian, Extantia’s Christian Guba and Paul Eisenberg will be in Helsinki for the Summit. Please feel free to reach out via LinkedIn DM if you’ll be there too! #ClimateAction #ClimateTech #VentureCapital

What do successful founders and Ironman athletes have in common? For me, the journey to completing an Ironman mirrors the journey founders take to build something transformative in the climate space. Both demand vision, passion, resilience, and an unshakeable commitment to reach the finish line, no matter the obstacles or setbacks. I’ve noticed common traits emerge in founders who build, scale, and ultimately exit great companies, as well as in endurance athletes. I’ve distilled these into the Power 12! Learn these essential qualities that investors and seasoned entrepreneurs view as the backbone of impactful, sustainable companies: 🌟 Visionary Thinking - Envision success beyond current limits. 🔥 Passion to Succeed - The spark driving every great achievement. Hats off to Tim who truly personifies this quality. 📅 Daily Grind - Commit to consistency and discipline. Felix, you bring this trait to life beautifully! 🧭 Strategic Foresight - Set a roadmap for every milestone. Shoutout to Jan for setting the bar with this trait. 🤝 Build a Coalition - Rally key allies for a collective journey. 💪 Inner Confidence - Trust your judgment amidst noise. ⚡ Resilience Under Pressure - Know your “why” and hold onto it. Huge kudos to Igor for embodying this trait so well. 🔄 Adaptability - Stay agile in the face of change. 💥 Unwavering Conviction - Inspire confidence in yourself and others. Grateful for Malte’s stellar example of this trait in action! 🎉 Positive Mindset - Celebrate progress through each milestone. Chris, you’re a true example of this quality in action. 🔧 Versatility - Embrace all roles with a growth mindset. 🚀 Lifelong Drive - Pursue improvement beyond one finish line. Which traits have helped you reach your finish lines? Share your experiences in the comments. https://lnkd.in/dksfaADB #Ironman #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship cc Torben Yair Oliver Sebastian

🎉 We’re excited to introduce Paul Eisenberg as the newest member of our Extantia team! Paul has a deep understanding of the various sides of the climate tech ecosystem, joining us from Kiko Ventures, and previously founding Econos. He’s also had the chance to see the inside of large industrial companies during his time at McKinsey & Company, and of late-stage investing while at Capital Group. In his spare time, you can find Paul enjoying the outdoors, practicing new skills from mushroom foraging to handstands or tinkering on a new side project. Looking forward to the fresh insights and energy he will bring to our mission of empowering climate tech pioneers. Welcome to Extantia, Paul! cc Yair Torben Sebastian Oliver Joern-Carlos Carlota Christian Fernanda Tess Jan Francesco Eshel Paola Elisabeth Jaisal

🌍 Today's #TBT is dedicated to the remarkable Super Climate's editions in Paris and Malmö. We couldn't be prouder of Super Climate's incredible evolution this year. Thanks to Rafael and Oona, the powerhouses behind the scenes, and to their board — Sebastian, Nick, and Otto — who have provided invaluable support. Bringing together high-calibre LPs and top-notch co-hosts across four global events is no small feat. We had the pleasure of co-hosting all editions, side by side with our friends at 2150, Azolla Ventures, ArcTern Ventures, Obvious Ventures, Clean Energy Ventures, GET Fund, Norrsken, Planet A Ventures, Revent, Voyager Ventures, to name a few. This growth is a testament to the dedication of this incredible circle of individuals who are passionate about making a positive climate impact through investment decisions. Now, we're counting down to the fifth and final Super Climate of the year in Helsinki during Slush! If you're an LP and would like to join us, DM for more details. #ClimateAction #ClimateTech #VentureCapital

🌎 A #NYCW exclusive! The latest episode of the Keep Cool Show, recorded live in Extantia’s Newsroom in NYC, dives deep with Stephan Herrmann and Sebastian Heitmann on how Reverion is advancing biogas tech for a resilient, low-carbon future. Together with host Nick van Osdol, they explore how their breakthrough tech is transforming biogas from a power source into a dynamic player in the renewable energy grid. Reverion is redefining biogas, enabling up to 5x revenue additions for biogas plant operators by converting excess renewable energy into green gas, all while enhancing grid stability. The trio also delves into the global landscape of energy and climate tech, covering a range of topics from geothermal energy and carbon capture to geological hydrogen and beyond. They discuss the macroeconomic environment’s impact on the sector and share insights on the future outlook for transformative energy and climate solutions. Thanks for the podcast episode and the collaboration, Nick! Listen to this great conversation here 👉 https://bit.ly/3AqzcUV #ClimateTech #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition