Welcome back to Climate Tech Spotlight 💡 Hosted by Lewis Martin, a climate tech talent specialist passionate about building industry-defining teams across niche and global enterprises.

In this episode, Lewis speaks to Ben Tacka from Phaidra, a pioneering company deploying AI virtual plant operators to transform industrial facilities. They explore how AI is revolutionizing industrial efficiency, particularly in optimizing cooling systems and reducing energy consumption while maintaining critical stability.

The episode delves into the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI solutions in data centers, and how self-learning, intelligent control systems are shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure.

They also discuss:

• The intersection of AI and sustainable data center operations
• Innovative approaches to reducing energy consumption in computing
• Balancing increasing computing demands with environmental responsibility
• The future landscape of sustainable infrastructure and green technology
• Real-world applications of AI in industrial efficiency
• Strategies for maintaining stability while optimizing energy usage

About Phaidra

Phaidra is revolutionizing the industrial sector with AI-powered control systems that automatically learn, adapt, and improve over time. Founded by experts from Google-Deepmind, Trane, and Johnson Controls, Phaidra transforms static infrastructure in pharmaceutical production, data centers, and district energy facilities into dynamic, resilient operations. Their technology has already achieved impressive results, delivering 40% energy savings at Google's data centers, and they're rapidly expanding their AI solutions to other industrial applications.

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Welcome back to Climate Tech Spotlight 💡 Hosted by Lewis Martin, a climate tech talent specialist passionate about building industry-defining teams across niche and global enterprises.

In this episode, Lewis speaks to Eric Lee, Senior Vice President at Aligned Climate Capital, about investing in the clean energy transition. They talk about Eric's background in sustainability and impact investing, as well as Aligned Climate Capital's unique approach to funding both early-stage companies and large-scale clean energy projects.

The episode looks into the importance of prioritizing proven technology, the role of education in driving the clean energy transition, and how Aligned Climate Capital is making a difference through investments in companies like Boxpower, which provides microgrid solutions for utilities.

They also discuss:

• The concept of a "just climate transition" and how Aligned Climate Capital focuses on investments that benefit low-income communities.
• The critical need for skilled technicians in the clean energy sector and how programs like ChargerHelp's partnership with local community colleges are addressing this need.
• The challenges and opportunities in the climate tech investment landscape, including the lack of public market comparisons and the growing interest from investors.
• The future of the clean energy industry, with a focus on nature-based solutions and offshore wind energy.

About Aligned Climate Capital

Aligned Climate Capital is a leading investment firm dedicated to decarbonizing the global economy. They invest in innovative people, businesses, and infrastructure projects that are driving the transition to a more sustainable future. With a focus on generating strong financial returns alongside meaningful environmental and social impact, Aligned brings together expertise in finance, technology, and public policy to identify and support the most promising opportunities in the clean energy sector.

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Welcome back to Climate Tech Spotlight 💡 Hosted by Lewis Martin, a climate tech talent specialist passionate about building industry-defining teams across niche and global enterprises.

In this episode, Lewis speaks to Bas Van Den Brande, Country Manager Germany at Carbon Equity, an investment firm looking to create serious sustainable and environmental impact with their funding. They discuss the excitement around the European landscape of climate tech investing right now, exploring the challenges, opportunities, and market dynamics bringing the market to the forefront of industry conversations.

The episode delves into the background of Carbon Equity as a business, and its unique approach as an investment platform, as well as the differences between the US and European markets in terms of climate tech innovation and investment, an why they matter.

They also discuss:

• Challenges and opportunities within the European climate tech investing landscape.
• Carbon Equity's alternative investment platform that allows smaller investors to participate in climate venture capital and private equity funds.
• The difference between the US and European markets in terms of climate tech innovation, investment, and regulatory landscapes.
• Renewable energy, energy storage, and grid capacity as key areas receiving significant investment in the climate tech space.
• Valuations becoming more reasonable and a growing focus on M&A activity.
• International expansion and strategic growth as key drivers for climate tech companies, with a focus on global adoption and impact.
• How to find opportunities in venture capital, business development, sales, and legal roles.

About Carbon Equity

Launched in 2021, Carbon Equity aims to democratize climate investing. Their platform allows individuals to invest in climate technologies across a range of portfolio funds. Each fund is a curated collection of private equity and venture capital funds, some which focus on a single sector or phase while others are opportunistic generalists, but they are all focused on creating climate impact and attractive returns. Their platform unlocks a traditionally exclusive asset class typically reserved for institutions and high-net-worth individuals. Carbon Equity empowers individuals to support world-changing climate solutions and the founders behind them.

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