climate
Climate Tech Needs More Growth Capital
Why now is the time to be a Growth investor in climate.
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climate
A New Consumer Risk for Climate Tech
Adoption gives way to a new type of risk
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The Pot of Gold at the End of Feynman's Rainbow
On a recent flight to Mexico City for vacation, Anita noticed a price tag on the back of a recent book I purchased. Anita:" Where did you get that? " Me: "On Amazon a few days ago." Anita: "I hope you didn't pay more
investing
The Power of Optimism
"This time it's different." Investors and founders live and die by this cliché, and cynics mock them when things go wrong. I think about this concept frequently because to be focused on cleantech today inherently means I believe this time is different. Cynicism provides a safety
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Energize Invests in PVcase
Today, Energize announced our participation in PVcase’s $100M investment round alongside new investor Highland Capital and existing investor Elephant VC. PVcase is the sixth investment from our growth platform and the first investment with no prior venture funding from Energize. In true Energize fashion, however, PVcase represents a total
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Simple is a Strategy
I've read dozens of biographies on business and political leaders. In almost every one of them, the subject says something like, "Once you realize every decision comes down to 1 key point, things get easier.” As a young reader, this felt like BS. As an experienced (ish)
climate
America's Manufacturing Renaissance
A re-birth of manufacturing and the middle class starts with the energy transition.
investing
Just Write It
Forget the noise, trust the process.
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The Power of Creativity in Investing
Creativity isn't just for artists.
investing
Playing the Long Game: Productivity for Sustainable Investing Success
Skillfulness takes time, and life is short. When I first came across the Latin phrase "ars longa, vita brevis," it struck a chord within me. In the world of investing, it can take five years, and often closer to seven or ten years, before you can honestly gauge
teamwork
You Can’t Always Be A Goldfish
Ted Lasso sadly came to an end this week. The series began and ended with “Be a Goldfish.” Ted’s way of encouraging his players, and eventually his son to move on quickly from mistakes. I never doubt the wisdom of Coach Lasso, but today I want to talk about
teamwork
What Investors Can Learn from Rick Rubin
The legendary producer shares tips in his new book that apply to the creative process