
The Hot Demand For Energy Business
July 31, 2025 // Neal Dikeman
Venture is shifting. Energy is the play. In this episode: why power demand is exploding, founders are flooding in, and the next big opportunities are …

Will Cheap Solar and Batteries Change Clean Tech Investing?
December 18, 2024 // Neal Dikeman
Are cheap solar and batteries about to replace the utility model? This episode explores how technology is reshaping the future of energy. …

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 …

Neal Dikeman’s Bold Prediction: Solar’s Grid Takeover
October 9, 2024 // Neal Dikeman
Solar and batteries are cheap. So why isn’t the grid changing faster? We break down what’s driving the shift and what’s holding it back. …

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. …

Neal Dikeman: Partner, Energy Transition Ventures
January 30, 2024 // Neal Dikeman
From oil and gas to cleantech, this episode dives into how tech, not policy, is driving the energy transition and reshaping global energy economics. …

How to build startup runway in a choppy venture funding market
December 5, 2023 // Neal Dikeman
Learn how to extend your startup’s runway with practical tips and strategies. Discover key financial planning, cost-cutting, and revenue-boosting techniques to help your business thrive …

Discovering the Next Energy Transition Solution
November 23, 2023 // Neal Dikeman
Neal Dikeman discusses Houston’s entrepreneurship, energy transition, venture investing, and differences with Silicon Valley, emphasizing teamwork and agility. …