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The New Renaissance: Venture Capital Fuels Climate Tech Innovations

Inc42Inc42 · 1y ago
The New Renaissance: Venture Capital Fuels Climate Tech Innovations
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According to PwC's State of Climate Tech 2022 report, climate tech funding in 2022 accounted for more than 25% of all venture capital investments. Venture capital firms not only provide financial support but also act as mentors to startups in the climate tech sector. VC funding plays a vital role in driving technological innovation and has led to advancements in areas such as electric vehicles and hydroponic agriculture. Climate tech investments are not just limited to global initiatives but also have local impacts, such as the transition to eco-friendly transport in India and advancements in food production technologies. Venture capital is instrumental in shaping a sustainable future by supporting and catalyzing climate tech innovations.

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IVCA GreenReturns Summit lays out India’s climate investment roadmap

EntrackrEntrackr · 19d ago
IVCA GreenReturns Summit lays out India’s climate investment roadmap
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The Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association’s (IVCA) GreenReturns Summit 2025 concluded its two-day event, bringing together investors, policymakers, climate innovators and industry leaders to discuss India’s climate priorities and the investment pathways required for a resilient, low-carbon future. The summit showcased India’s climate-tech ecosystem through startup presentations, sector deep-dives and discussions on financing instruments for clean energy, climate resilience and industrial decarbonisation. Investors and founders emphasised the need for stable policies, demand-side efficiency solutions and innovations that reduce the energy intensity of growth. The gathering also highlighted India’s approach to sequencing climate action by prioritising resilience, strengthening domestic capabilities and leveraging innovation to drive a transition that supports economic growth, job creation and sustainable development. The IVCA GreenReturns Summit 2025 served as a call for collaborative efforts between the government, industry and investors to build a climate-resilient, future-ready India. During the summit, SBI Ventures announced plans to launch its third climate-focused fund early next year. The fund will invest in early-stage and growth-stage climate startups, particularly those working on frontier climate technologies and AI-enabled climate innovations. The objective is to unlock new avenues of green growth and position India as a climate-solutions hub for the Global South. On the second day, Sundaram Alternates unveiled its ESG and Impact Report 2024–25, which presents a comprehensive view of the firm’s real estate private credit portfolio, its ESG integration practices, measurable environmental and social outcomes and the expanding role of private capital in accelerating India’s sustainability transition. In one of the sessions, Shri Pramod Rao, former Executive Director of SEBI and former member of IFSCA, spoke about how India’s financial markets are entering a transformative phase, where green bonds, social bonds and other impact instruments are becoming critical for mobilising private capital towards sustainability goals. The Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) is a not-for-profit apex industry body promoting the alternate capital industry and fostering a vibrant investing ecosystem in India. The association is committed to supporting the ecosystem by facilitating advocacy with the Government of India, policymakers and regulators. It represents more than 500 funds with a combined AUM of over 350 billion dollars. These funds invest in emerging companies, venture growth, buyout, special situations, distressed assets, credit and venture debt, among others.

The Circle FC concludes ‘The Water Challenge' Accelerator Programme with Demo Day

OutlookIndiaOutlookIndia · 1y ago
The Circle FC concludes ‘The Water Challenge' Accelerator Programme with Demo Day
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The Circle FC, a business accelerator known as 'The Circle: Founders Club,' recently concluded its water-themed accelerator program called "The Water Challenge" with a Demo Day. The event included a panel discussion on climate-tech innovations, and the jury panel consisted of investors and venture capitalists in the climate tech sector. Nine start-ups presented their solutions, ranging from water purifiers and infrastructure intelligence to hygiene solutions and smart agriculture platforms. Three start-ups received awards sponsored by IDE Technologies and Absolute, a bioscience company. The Circle FC aims to support startups through mentoring, business services, funding, and collaborations.

European Investment Bank to boost funding for EU tech startups

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
European Investment Bank to boost funding for EU tech startups
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- The European Investment Bank proposes to support the EU venture capital and private equity markets to close the funding gap for innovative start-up companies. - The initiative aims to retain innovative start-ups in Europe, which often relocate to the United States due to easier access to financing. - The EIB will expand the European Tech Champions Initiative, a fund of funds that provides late-stage capital to European innovators. - The EIB will boost equity and venture debt investments and create a dedicated fund for financing acquisitions and listings of tech start-ups by European firms. - The goal is to ensure European companies and technologies stay in Europe, reinforce Europe's competitiveness, and meet climate goals by investing in new, climate-friendly technologies. - The funding strategy aims to strengthen Europe's capital markets, enhance their integration, and fund successful European companies.

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