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Recently have been getting asked the question: How did you get into climate tech? Not too long ago, it was me asking this same question. Trying to figure out patterns and identify opportunities within climate tech that might fit my skillset. The reality of breaking into climate tech is often, and I imagine many folks in the space will agree that it's not so glamorous as it may seem from the outside. At Green Project, we're building automated data collection workflows and attempting to make it as easy as possible to get started measuring your emissions However, and potentially a hot take but you can probably do more for climate at a company that is not thinking about it or doing anything about it than at a company that focuses only on a certain niche of the climate disclosure opportunity. I think often you can get stuck in how your company's product or service isn't directly associated with emission reduction or a variety of other things but I will say: If you want to get into climate tech, start wherever you are now! Obviously I'm bias, but starting by measuring your emissions to help identify and glaring hotspots is a great way I've seen others leverage our services into an internal culture shift But you can also start by initiating an internal committee or group to think about how you're going to start recycling, composting, using biodegradable materials etc. My advice: Be like Nike, and just do it.

DIGITALIZATION AND CLIMATE Our new paper in Nature NPJ Climate Action, "Rethinking Digitalization and Climate: Don't Predict, Mitigate," is now available for free as an arXiv e-print, here: https://lnkd.in/eWaw-qba Abstract: Digitalization is a core component of the green transition. Today's focus is on quantifying and predicting the climate effects of digitalization through various life-cycle assessments and baseline scenario methodologies. Here we argue that this is a mistake. Most attempts at prediction are based on three implicit assumptions: (a) the digital carbon footprint can be quantified, (b) business-as-usual with episodic change leading to a new era of stability, and (c) investments in digitalization will be delivered within the cost, timeframe, and benefits described in their business cases. We problematize each assumption within the context of digitalization and argue that the digital carbon footprint is inherently unpredictable. We build on uncertainty literature to show that even if you cannot predict, you can still mitigate. On that basis, we propose to rethink practice on the digital carbon footprint from prediction to mitigation. Kindly help share 🙏

Ever wonder why some climate pitches feel like a snooze-fest while others leave you ready to save the planet? As someone who has sat through my fair share of climate tech pitches, I can tell you firsthand that many of them feel like you are being bombarded with endless data on carbon emissions and renewable energy stats. They wonder why they struggle to get funding. Investors aren't just looking for smart people with cool tech. They want a story. A story that paints a picture of a world transformed, a problem solved, and a future worth investing in. So, here’s my advice: If you're a climate company, weave your mission into a narrative. Talk about the journey, the challenges, the triumphs. Your technology is terrific, but the story behind it will capture hearts and minds. Remember, people invest in people, and stories create connections. PS: If you're struggling to find your company's story, hit me up. Let's chat about how to turn your climate mission into a captivating narrative.

Given the scale of the climate change challenge the demand for Climate Tech and Green talent has never been higher and more urgent. For Climate Tech to reach its full potential, we need more: more financing, more government and corporate support, and more people who can do the work.  But how do we build that talent pool of people for Climate Tech and the many other industries that desperately need Green talent? Abrar Chaudhury and Jamil Wyne propose a focus on three strategies: 🔗 Create an academia - Climate Tech pipeline 💻 Use existing platforms for Climate Tech 🛣️ Build a pathway for qualifications Find out more from Abrar and Jamil about the Climate Tech sector and how we can upskill to mitigate and adapt to the negative impacts of climate change. Read their research at https://oxsbs.link/3VpImsn

important paper "Digitalization is a core component of the green transition. Today's focus is on quantifying and pre-dicting the climate effects of digitalization through various life-cycle assessments and baseline sce-nario methodologies. Here we argue that this is a mistake. Most attempts at prediction are based on three implicit assumptions: (a) the digital carbon footprint can be quantified, (b) business-as-usual with episodic change leading to a new era of stability, and (c) investments in digitalization will be delivered within the cost, timeframe, and benefits described in their business cases. We problema-tize each assumption within the context of digitalization and argue that the digital carbon footprint is inherently unpredictable. We build on uncertainty literature to show that even if you cannot predict, you can still mitigate. On that basis, we propose to rethink practice on the digital carbon footprint from prediction to mitigation."

View our complete series of Can tech save the world? It is undeniable that, at present, tech is a massive contributor to the climate crisis. It is also undeniable that, in the future, tech may well provide effective solutions to the climate crisis. The critical question of the future is not: should we use tech? The critical question is: how should we use tech? We will deep dive into the environmental issues caused by technology, the problem of environmental solutionism, the rise of green tech, the future role of tech in the climate crisis, and much more. 📹 Check out the full playlist here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eGrywSCf 🔗 Read our full article on Can tech save the planet? below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ehqyzZNP 🌍 Check out our Climate Action hub for more information ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e_4Kbpw7 #CharityDigital #ClimateAction #CDSnapshots

Uncovering the climate-society nexus 🌐 How is climate changing affecting the way we communicate, do business, and create rules? I wrote down a couple of thoughts on the topic in the last piece of The Climate Tech Business This is just scratching the surface, and it’s incredible to find out how climate is deeply connected with many aspects of how way to build societies. If anybody wants to have a chat on this or share thoughts, leave a comment under this post 👇

📊 Climate Tech Funding Update: July 2024 Climate tech funding, including non-dilutive, has hit $57.9 billion year-to-date, a 21.4% increase from this point in 2023, reflecting strong investor confidence despite market challenges. However, the number of deals has dropped  24.5% from last year. July saw nearly $4 billion raised across 446 deals, consistent with recent monthly averages. 📈 Notable Trends? Larger investments in fewer deals indicate a focus on scaling impactful innovations. 🔎 Looking Ahead? Monitoring these trends will be key to understanding the evolving landscape of climate tech. Read the full update here: https://lnkd.in/eCCsvZzM

Solar bioengineering, which proposes reflecting sunlight away from Earth to cool the planet, presents a groundbreaking yet contentious strategy in our climate change mitigation arsenal. The potential and pitfalls of this approach, as highlighted by experts in climate science and risk management, include: Scientific Uncertainty: The complexity of the global climate system could mean unintended consequences from solar bioengineering, such as altered precipitation patterns and exacerbated climate-related disasters. While it might offer temporary cooling, the long-term impacts remain a gamble. Biodiversity Risks: Disrupting sunlight levels might affect plant photosynthesis and wildlife patterns, potentially leading to significant biodiversity loss. This loss could undermine ecosystem resilience, an essential factor for sustainable environments. Economic and Social Dynamics: The geopolitical risks of controlling planetary climate are profound. Questions about who gets to control such a "thermostat" could lead to international tensions and inequalities, hindering global cooperation on broader climate solutions. Solar bioengineering might tempt as a quick fix, but it comes with significant risks. It should be considered only as part of a multifaceted approach to climate risk management, emphasizing that it cannot replace the essential efforts needed to reduce emissions.

[KEEP CALM & BREATHE] 😮💨 No prizes for guessing but this episode of Climate Connections I released a few weeks back is on the air we breathe - because it’s something we often take for granted. To breathe is to live, that’s why clean air is so important 💨 Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gTxJQ87Q Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g8w-uVrZ Climate change is caused by the rise in anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions. Such gases include carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, which are long-lived compounds that can remain in the atmosphere for several years. But you might be wondering if climate change in turn impacts the quality of the air we breathe. On this episode of Climate Connections, Nanyang Technological University Singapore Professor Stephan C. Schuster Director of the Meta-o’mics & Microbiomes cluster at the Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering reviews the connection between air pollution and climate change, as well as the tell-tale signs that scientists look out for when measuring air quality. Professor Schuster also reveals some potential solutions that actually already exist in Singapore! Thanks Lester Kok for arranging this for me! MONEY FM 89.3 #climate #climatechange #environment #air #cleanair #pollution #innovation #solutions #airquality #design #climateaction