Are corporate spin-outs the next big thing for venture capital in energy?
It’s no secret that Venture Capital firms work tirelessly to identify future unicorns, often competing fiercely with their peers once they’ve uncovered an opportunity to invest in the most promising new start-ups. The vast majority of VC dollars still go into privately launched companies, but as universities and large corporates ramp up efforts to […]
How Aligned Climate Capital Bets on Infrastructure That Actually Works
A conversation with Mary King, Vice President at Aligned Climate Capital The Quiet Resilience of Climate Infrastructure Venture capital has historically gravitated toward breakthrough tech and high-growth SaaS margins. But in the current climate market — where risk, policy, and execution barriers dominate — the most attractive returns may come from infrastructure that […]
Five Geothermal Startups Powering the Clean Energy Transition
Global electricity consumption grew by 4.3% in 2024. The rise was driven by heat and cooling demands, rapid EV adoption, and the explosive growth in digital infrastructure. Geothermal energy can meet this demand but it has not taken off due to barriers that have limited deployment. A new generation of startups is working to […]