Featured Podcasts
Forging the Future
Discovering the Next Energy Transition Solution
November 23, 2023
Earthlings 2.0
Carbon Price Power and Politics
November 14, 2023
Suncast
Climate and Cleantech Investing 101
April 23, 2023
Energy Tech Startups
Neal Dikeman on Energy Tech Startups
January 10, 2023
The Power Connect
Startup Founding 101 – Part II
November 17, 2022
The Power Connect
Startup Founding 101 – Part I
November 7, 2022
Investor Studio Series: Venture Captial For First Time Founders
Press Releases
Dandelion Energy Launches World’s Most Efficient Geothermal Heat Pump Nationwide
September 19, 2024
Business Wire
Ohmium Secures $250M in Series C Funding Led by TPG Rise Climate
April 26, 2023
Business Wire
DroneBase Rebrands as Zeitview, Secures $55M Funding
February 7, 2023
PR Newswire
Ion Partners with Industry Leaders for First-Time Founder Series
January 9, 2023
PR Newswire
RenewCO2 Spins Out of Rutgers, Gains Seed Funding
September 20, 2022
PR Newswire
Ohmium Announces Close of $45 Million Series B Financing
April 14, 2022
Recent Posts
Why We Invested in Dandelion Energy
October 24, 2024 // Neal Dikeman
After looking at over 300 HVAC startups, this summer we quietly invested in Dandelion Energy, formerly a Google X spinout. We like HVAC. Heating and …
Dandelion Energy Launches World’s Most Efficient Geothermal Heat Pump Nationwide
September 19, 2024 // Craig Lawrence
Dandelion Energy provides a sustainable geothermal solution for efficient home heating and cooling, with advanced technology for eco-conscious living. …
Small Venture Funds Outperform Large Funds
May 14, 2024 // Neal Dikeman
Explore how small venture funds consistently outperform large funds, revealing insights into investment strategies and the advantages of agility in the market. …
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Substantial cost reductions in new energy technologies, including solar, wind, and storage
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The consumerization of energy and the rise of the engaged consumer
Decarbonization efforts by countries, corporations, and consumers
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