Brave New Earth

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! Today, we're joined by James McGoff, the co-founder of TemperPack, a sustainable packaging company that aims to reduce the environmental impact of shipping and transport. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sustainable packaging and explore the challenges and opportunities that come with creating eco-friendly solutions for the packaging industry. We start by discussing the origins of TemperPack and how James and his team came up with the idea for a sustainable packaging company. We learn about the inspiration behind the business and the journey that led them to where they are today. From there, we move on to explore the challenges of creating sustainable packaging in a world that's dominated by plastic. James shares his insights into the industry and discusses the different factors that need to be considered when creating sustainable packaging solutions. We talk about the importance of innovation in creating sustainable solutions, and how TemperPack is leading the way in developing new and innovative packaging materials that are both sustainable and effective. We also discuss the role of government and regulation in promoting sustainable practices, and the impact that regulations can have on the packaging industry as a whole. Finally, we wrap up the episode by discussing the future of sustainable packaging and how TemperPack is working to create a more sustainable future. We talk about the different projects and initiatives that the company is working on, and how they are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in sustainable packaging. Overall, this was a fascinating conversation with an inspiring entrepreneur who is making a real difference in the world of sustainable packaging. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode and gain some valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of creating sustainable solutions for the packaging industry. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review if you enjoy the show! #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption The packaging industry plays a significant role in our daily lives, providing us with the products we need and ensuring their safe transport. However, the negative impact of packaging on the environment cannot be ignored. The production, use, and disposal of packaging materials contribute significantly to environmental degradation, including pollution, resource depletion, and climate change. The packaging industry uses a vast amount of resources, including water, energy, and raw materials, to produce the packaging materials. These materials often come from non-renewable resources, such as oil and gas, and require a significant amount of energy to extract and process, leading to greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to climate change. Furthermore, the manufacturing process of packaging materials generates a significant amount of waste and pollution, including greenhouse gas emissions, water pollution, and air pollution. After the products are packaged, the packaging material is often used only once before being disposed of, leading to significant waste and environmental damage. Many packaging materials, such as plastic, take hundreds of years to decompose, causing litter and damaging wildlife habitats. Moreover, the disposal of packaging materials often involves incineration or landfilling, leading to further environmental degradation, including air pollution, soil pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions.

Yesss!!!! Welcome back my peoples. We’re trying something new here…our first ONLINE episode recorded out my kitchen 🤣 Hope the audio quality and video quality is ok for you guys, I’m still learning a lot of this stuff. I couldn’t have had a better guest to kick off the online recordings with, Anshuman is an absolute legend. We had an incredibly wide ranging conversation on Climate. Anshuman has an incredible career in tech before moving to Climate. We covered why he moved to Climate, why this mission is important to him, and why he chose the mission of teaching 100 million people to work in Climate. Anshuman has somewhat of a Birdseye view of the industry because he has his finger on who’s hiring, what they need, and how many they need…which gives him a very unique view on the industry. I’ve spoken a tonne about why this mission is important, but I’ll say it again, getting people to work in Climate is THE biggest thing we can do. If everyone stopped working for bad companies, they wouldn’t exist anymore. And the more brainpower we have in impact companies the better. We didn’t just talk about launching his business or the realities of running an online platform though. We spoke about the geopolitics of climate, how adoption of climate-tech and sustainability changes across the world and MUCH MUCH more. I hope you guys enjoy, this was an awesome convo. Love! Harry #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples! On this episode, we sit down with the founder of Nuevo, Jax Davey. Jax is a truly incredible founder and leader, but more importantly one of the most genuine blokes I’ve ever sat down with. Jax joined the Marine’s out of school, but after taking a surveillance course to map out terrains for Marine exercises, he developed a passion for photography. Jax started using this new passion to take beautiful shots for local businesses, built up a bit of steam, and ended up selling that agency to Berkshire Hathaway aged only 25. Jax had realised that as a Marine, they could reach remote places and take beautiful brand images where your typical agency couldn’t. On these shoots, Jax had realised how BAD the advertising industry was for the planet. In fact, advertising emits 2X as much as Global Aviation…that’s mad!!! He decided to do something about it, and set up Nuevo…the world’s most purpose driven agency. Since, Nuevo has gone from height to height, and even won the investment of Stephen Bartlett’s Flight Story. After only 2 years, they have an incredible team of over 20 people. Who are all absolute rockstars. Hearing how proud Jax is of this team is truly heartwarming. This was an amazing conversation and a must watch for anyone wanting to build a purpose driven business. We spoke about: How Jax went from a Marine to 2x Founder and Agency Owner Why Advertising has 2x the Emissions of Global Aviation… And what we can do about it How Nuevo is building the world’s most purposeful agency Selling his first company to Berkshire Hathaway aged 25 Why creativity is key to hitting Net Zero Why showing Behind the Scenes of your brand will help you scale How to hire teams that will disrupt an industry Why Marine’s made incredible agency owners Really appreciate those of you that subscribe. Search Brave New Earth wherever you get your pods :) Love! Harry

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples! On this episode, we sit down with the founder of Startup Discovery School, Mandy Nyarko MBE.  Mandy is an incredible founder, working on hugely hugely important projects. In this episode we speak about: 👉🏼 Why Diverse Founders are key to solving climate change 👉🏼 The challenges we face in hitting Net Zero 👉🏼 Why local solutions are key to solving climate change 👉🏼 How marketing will be pivotal in the fight against climate 👉🏼 How to launch a business as a non technical founder 👉🏼 How to do early stage validation 👉🏼 Debt Financing for Climate-Tech 👉🏼 What is impact investing 👉🏼 How to reach impact investors 👉🏼 The challenges diverse founders face 👉🏼 The realities of launching a fund 👉🏼 The systemic challenges diverse fund managers face 👉🏼 Building Sustainable Women’s network 👉🏼 Why having an investment fund may not get you the returns you think 👉🏼 Investing in Africa Mandy Nyarko MBE is a highly accomplished and respected businesswoman, social entrepreneur, and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She has dedicated her career to empowering individuals and communities to realize their full potential and lead purposeful lives. In recognition of her outstanding contributions to business and society, Mandy was awarded the prestigious Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the Queen's Birthday Honours in 2020. She was honored for her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and for her role in supporting entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities. Beyond her professional achievements, Mandy is a passionate advocate for social justice and human rights. She is a frequent speaker on topics such as gender equality, racial justice, and youth empowerment and has served as a trustee of several nonprofit organizations, including the African Foundation for Development (AFFORD) and the Black South West Network. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more content from Brave New Earth! #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Founders #ClimateTechnology #Sustainability #Diversity #DiverseFounders #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #SustainableBusiness #EcoInnovation #ClimateInvestment #ClimateEntrepreneurship #ClimateInnovation

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples! On this episode, we sit down with the founder of D2, Amory Poulden. Amory is one of the smartest minds in Venture Capital and finance more widely. Amory is the founder of D2, a venture capital firm that invests in capital efficient founders. What does that mean? It means he’s trying to rewrite the script on what the Venture Capital should look like. The funding structure is founder friendly, and aims to help the founder scale in the best way for them. In this podcast, Amory will share his insights on the venture capital industry and offer advice for entrepreneurs and founders looking to make a positive impact. He'll also discuss the role of technology in driving sustainability, and why investing in the clean tech and renewable energy space is more important now than ever. So, whether you're a finance enthusiast, an entrepreneur, or simply interested in sustainability and climate technology, you won't want to miss this episode. Join us for a masterclass in Venture Capital and Entrepreneurship with Amory Poulden. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more content from Brave New Earth! #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Founders #ClimateTechnology #Sustainability #D2 #AmoryPoulden #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #SustainableBusiness #EcoInnovation #ClimateInvestment #ClimateEntrepreneurship #ClimateInnovation

Welcome back my peoples! BraveNewEarth returns with another Climate Tech legend. Today...I was very nervous, and I have a confession to make. I love Chicken. I've tried to go Vegan many times, unsuccessfully. I like Meat, and I don't like the Meat Alternative brands. Leo thinks he has the solution. Yum Bug is an edible insects company, that really stands out from the market. Most of the insect solutions on the market are powders, bars etc. So they're very difficult to actually integrate into your life at scale (they're also very expensive). Yum Bug creates things like Mince and Strips which mimic the Meat we have today.  Its not super processed like many of the alternatives on the market, has more protein and nutrients than most of the meat we're used to on the diet. I try it LIVE...and I was seriously impressed. It really does taste pretty similar, and its way better for the planet.  And with population booming, and our diets increasing in quantity, could be the solution to the issues the meat industry creates. Tune in to see how I get on.  #ClimateTech #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #CarbonFootprint #CleanTech #SustainableBusiness #LowCarbonEconomy #EcoInnovation #CircularEconomy #EnergyEfficiency #BusinessSustainability #ClimateAction #ClimateSolution #ClimateInvestment #ClimateEntrepreneurship #ClimateInnovation

Welcome back my peoples! BraveNewEarth returns with another Climate Tech rockstar. Today’s episode is particularly special, as we sit down with a World Record Holding Polar Explorer…yep, that’s right. I can’t believe it either. Ben is the World Record holder for the longest Polar Expedition of all time who's: 👉 Done 13 Polar Expeditions over two decades 👉 Covered more than 4500 polar miles on foot 👉 Hold's the record for an 1800 mile round trip 👉 That's 69 back to back marathons, in 105 days 👉 Dragging 200kg 👉 And killed everyone that’s done it before 👉 Only the 3rd person ever to ski to both poles (successfully) 👉 Youngest person ever to reach the North Pole 👉 Global Ambassador for both Canada Goose and Land Rover 👉 Global Public Speaker, including multiple Ted Talks with millions of views 👉 Author of the Shackleton 👉 Polar Bear Attack Survivor 👉 Now Climate Tech Investor... Ben Saunders is a British polar explorer and motivational speaker who has dedicated his life to pushing the boundaries of what is humanly possible in some of the most inhospitable environments on earth. He is best known for his solo and unsupported expeditions to the North and South Poles, and has set several world records for polar exploration. Saunders began his career as an explorer in 2001, when he completed a 1,400-mile journey to the South Pole. This was the longest unsupported journey in history to that point, and he was just 24 years old at the time. He went on to set several more records, including the first solo and unsupported journey to the North Pole from Russia in 2004, and the longest unsupported polar journey in history, a 1,795-mile trek to the South Pole in 2010-2011. One of his more notable expedition was The Scott Expedition in 2017-2018, Saunders embarked on a 1,795-mile journey to retrace the footsteps of Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his team, who died on their return from the South Pole in 1912. Saunders completed the journey in 104 days, becoming the first person to retrace Scott's route and the longest solo unsupported journey in history. Throughout his expeditions, Saunders has faced many challenges, including extreme cold, high winds, and treacherous ice conditions. He has also had to contend with the mental and emotional toll of being alone in such extreme environments for extended periods of time. Despite these challenges, Saunders has persevered, and his accomplishments are a testament to his determination and resilience. In addition, Saunders has been a brand ambassador for several companies, including Canada Goose and Land Rover. Saunders is also actively working on ways to address the environmental challenges facing the planet. He is raising a climate tech fund, focused on investing in and supporting companies that are working on innovative solutions to combat climate change. He is passionate about using his platform and experiences to raise awareness and inspire action on the urgent issue of climate change. Overall, Ben Saunders is a true leader and an inspiration to many. His expeditions and speeches have been an inspiration to many, and his efforts to raise awareness and address the challenges facing our planet, make him an admirable figure in the world of exploration and environment. #ClimateTech #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #CarbonFootprint #CleanTech #SustainableBusiness #LowCarbonEconomy #EcoInnovation #CircularEconomy #EnergyEfficiency #BusinessSustainability #ClimateAction #ClimateSolution #ClimateInvestment #ClimateEntrepreneurship #ClimateInnovation https://bensaunders.com/now

Welcome back my peoples! BraveNewEarth is back with another Climate Tech rockstar. This episode, we talk about an incredible solution to the challenges we face in our agricultural systems - Vertical Farming! In this episode, we're diving into the environmental issues caused by the agricultural sector today and how vertical farming solutions can help tackle them. Agriculture accounts for roughly 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions - more than the entire transportation sector. And with the world's population projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050, the pressure on our traditional farming methods is only going to increase. Vertical farming may just be the solution we've been looking for. By growing crops indoors using LED lighting and hydroponic systems, vertical farms use significantly less water and pesticides compared to traditional farming methods. Plus, they don't require the use of land and can produce crops year-round. Some estimates suggest that vertical farms could produce up to 30 times the yield per square foot compared to traditional farming methods. And with vertical farms able to be located closer to urban areas, it would also reduce the carbon footprint of transporting produce. In this episode, I'm hugely honoured to be joined by the founder of Babylon Microfarms. Babylon Microfarms is a company that specializes in vertical farming technology. The company was founded by Alex Olesen. The company's mission is to make fresh, healthy, and sustainable produce available to everyone, everywhere by using vertical farming technology. Babylon Microfarms focuses on creating vertical farm systems that are easy to use, scalable and affordable. Their technology can grow up to 10 times more produce per square foot than traditional farming methods, using 95% less water and no pesticides. They also claim that their technology can be used to grow a wide variety of crops, and can be used in both urban and rural areas.  Vertical farming may just be the key to feeding a growing population while also reducing our impact on the environment. Be sure to like, comment and subscribe for more episodes on Climate Tech Businesses and other innovative solutions to tackle climate change. Thanks for listening! #ClimateTech #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy  #CleanEnergy #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #CarbonFootprint #CleanTech #SustainableBusiness #LowCarbonEconomy #EcoInnovation #CircularEconomy #EnergyEfficiency #BusinessSustainability #ClimateAction #ClimateSolution #ClimateInvestment #ClimateEntrepreneurship #ClimateInnovation

Welcome to Brave New Earth. This podcast is all about how to build, scale and invest in impact brands that are improving our future on planet earth. We interview the founders, investors, scientists and leaders building amazing companies to build a better future. In this episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming Kieran White. Kieran is one of the most exciting young founders I've had the opportunity to speak with. He's building Return Protocol which aims to allow people to offset their carbon emissions through a fun, engaging, community centric platform. Users can sign up and use their deposited capital to stake on the blockchain, earn rewards, then redistribute those rewards into high quality carbon projects. We spoke about everything from carbon markets, to storytelling, to how to validate your ideas, how to raise money, how to sleep as a founder and how to create solutions for bug problems. If you're passionate about climate, climate tech, blockchain, building businesses, investing in businesses, working for amazing founders or anything inbetween, this ones for you.  #investment #business #money #investing #invest #investor #climate #moneytok #climatetech #money #planet #climatechange #legacy #founder #entrepreneur #climate #climatecrisis #solarpunk #green #greenfuture 

Welcome to Brave New Earth. This podcast is all about building, scaling and investing in impact brands that are improving our future on Planet Earth. We interview the founders, investors, scientists and leaders building incredible companies to build a better future.   On this episode, we interview Nadav Steinmetz, Founder & CEO of Nomea. Nomea is one of the most exciting Climate-Tech funds out there. They truly are investing at the forefront of the business revolution that is climate. I ask him questions like why Climate-Tech is such a big opportunity, why he thinks the industry will be worth $5 trillion, if he had to make only one investment over the next year what would it be, what the sectors are most exciting for investment, how he became such a great investor, what skills are required to become an investor, and where he sees the next generation of unicorns being found. This was a cracker, tune in!   Please like, subscribe, comment and all that fun stuff :)   #finance #money #investing #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #money #crypto #defi #cryptocurrency #education #credit #debt #investingforbeginners #investing #climate #climatechange #climateaction #planet #planetearth #founder #entrepreneur #ozone #helptheplanet #savetheplanet

Welcome to Brave New Earth. This podcast is all about building, scaling and investing in impact brands that are improving our future on Planet Earth. We interview the founders, investors, scientists and leaders building incredible companies to build a better future.  In this episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming Caner Veli. Caner is the founder of Liquiproof and Kind Community. Liquiproof was a social media sensation. In building the brand, Caner went on Dragons Den and went viral, earning investment from Dragon Touker Suleyman. Caner is now focusing full time on Kind Community, where he helps climate and impact brands scale. Caner is an expert in how to build and scale B2C brands, and we got some absolute gems in this interview. We spoke about everything from how to develop your impact product, to how to create a bit of magic and alchemy in your marketing to create lasting communities around your brand. This was an absolute pleasure for me, I hope you enjoy this conversation.   #finance #money #investing #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #money #crypto #defi #cryptocurrency #education #credit #debt #investingforbeginners #investing #climate #climatechange #climateaction #planet #planetearth #founder #entrepreneur #ozone #helptheplanet #savetheplanet

Welcome to Brave New Earth. This podcast is all about Climate-Tech. We interview the leading founders, investors, scientists and leaders building companies in the Climate space.  On this episode, we interview Peet Denny. After founding and exiting an AI Company himself, he turned his attention to Climate-Tech. Peet is now the Co-Founder of Climate VC, one of the leading investors in the space. He has a HUGE vision on how to create huge impact on the world, and as a byproduct, build huge businesses. I loved this convo, it was special. We spoke about the important things that need to change in the industry to properly make an impact, including the Green Skills Gap.  Tune in for some alpha 🔥  #finance #money #investing #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #money #crypto #defi #cryptocurrency #education #credit #debt #investingforbeginners #investing #climate #climatechange #climateaction #planet #planetearth #founder #entrepreneur #ozone #helptheplanet #savetheplanet

Welcome to Episode 2 of Brave New Earth. This podcast is all about Climate-Tech, and on this episode, I interview my Co-Founder at BraveNewEarth - Frank Meehan. Frank has been an incredibly successful founder and investor. From founding his own telecoms businesses, to being on the board of Spotify and Siri, he's had a long and incredible career spanning many different sectors. In 2016, he decided to turn his eyes to Climate-Tech, and launched one of the very first Climate-tech funds in Australia. We talk about how to build and invest in climate technology businesses, among with what's going in the market, where we're at in the business cycle and where we go from here.  This is the perfect episode for potential founders or investors in this space. It's an incredible episode and I hope you enjoy.   #finance #money #investing #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #money #crypto #defi #cryptocurrency #education #credit #debt #investingforbeginners #investing #climate #climatechange #climateaction #planet #planetearth #founder #entrepreneur #ozone #helptheplanet #savetheplanet

Welcome to Episode 1 of Brave New Earth. On this episode, we welcome Michael Langguth, the Co-Founder of Carbon13. Carbon13 is a Venture Builder focused exclusively on Climate. They find, incubate and develop great talent, helping them along the process of launching a Climate-Tech startup. He's an expert entrepreneur and investor, and I learnt an incredible deal from this conversation. He's an incredible man and is chasing a big vision. This isn't one to miss. Hope you enjoy, Harry :)

Yes! Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples :) This week’s was a little crazy - proper futuristic stuff. We all know mining is terrible for the planet, but we also know we need critical metals in the green transition. Turns out theres a bunch of these metals sitting on the deep ocean sea bed, but picking them up and extracting them without harming biodiversity is near on impossible. The was until Impossible Metals who have created next level SciFi autonomous robots that do Selective Harvesting of Pollymetalic Modules, picking up rare materials in rocks one by one without disturbing natural habitats. Insane Such a cool piece of tech for such a huge market. Tune in, the episode was crazy. We spoke about:  What is selective harvesting and how will it contribute to the green transition What is responsible mining  What are critical metals and why are they key for the Green Transition What are Polymetallic Modules Creating autonomous underwater robotic materials Creating a more sustainable extraction The metals we need to get to a zero carbon economy  Why the current mining supply chain is seriously unethical The role of Artificial Intelligence in Deep Sea Mining How do we survey the ocean How to take care of the underwater habitats when we don’t know what they are How to extract mineral in an environmentally friendly way Getting strategic investors onboard Hope you enjoy! Love, H Mining can have a significant negative impact on the environment and the planet in several ways. Some of the reasons why mining is considered harmful to the planet include: Deforestation: Mining can involve clearing large areas of land, which can lead to deforestation and loss of wildlife habitats. Soil erosion: Mining can cause soil erosion and the degradation of soil quality, which can lead to long-term damage to the land. Water pollution: Mining can release harmful chemicals and pollutants into nearby water sources, which can lead to the contamination of aquatic ecosystems and harm wildlife. Air pollution: Mining activities can generate dust, particulate matter, and other air pollutants that can harm human health and contribute to climate change. Greenhouse gas emissions: Mining and processing minerals can also result in significant greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to global warming and climate change. Overall, mining can have a range of negative impacts on the environment and the planet. However, it is important to note that mining is often necessary to obtain the minerals and resources that are essential for modern society. Therefore, efforts are being made to minimize the environmental impact of mining through improved practices and technologies, such as reducing energy consumption, using renewable energy sources, and adopting sustainable mining practices. Metals from the deep sea, such as copper, nickel, cobalt, and rare earth elements, are essential for the production of many green technologies, including electric cars, wind turbines, solar panels, and batteries. These metals are used in the production of key components of these technologies, such as motors, generators, wiring, and batteries. The demand for these metals is expected to increase dramatically in the coming years as the world transitions to a low-carbon economy and expands renewable energy and electric vehicle infrastructure. However, traditional sources of these metals, such as mines on land, are becoming more difficult and expensive to access, leading to increased interest in deep-sea mining. Deep-sea mining offers a potential source of these critical metals that is not subject to the same geopolitical and environmental risks as traditional mining. In addition, deep-sea mining has the potential to provide a secure, stable supply of these metals, which is essential for the transition to a green economy.

E19: Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, Founder of Skoon Energy - Building the next generation electricity grid & how the green revolution is mimicking the early days of the Internet 🔥 A few weeks ago, I had to head out to Amsterdam for a few meetings. While I was there, I got the opportunity to sit down with a few local entrepreneurs which was absolutely awesome. The first was Peter from Skoon energy. Skoon is an online marketplace for clean mobile energy, including smart commercial management software. Aged only 29, he’s an incredible entrepreneur on a mission to revolution the Electricity Grid. Energy is so core to the green transition and he’s doing incredible work moving our energy consumption to a much greener system. All in a scalable and effective way. I was super super impressed by him, he’s an incredibly well thought through entrepreneur. We spoke about: How Amsterdam is the birthplace of capitalism  Building a huge business of this size by only aged 29 What’s the vision for Skoon How Skoon are creating a marketplace for power rental market What’s wrong with our current electricity grid Why our energy demand is going to 10x Decentralising Electricity Provision How long will it be until the grid becomes renewable? How Skoon are looking to become the Booking.Com of Clean Energy How to launch an infrastructure heavy company so young Why you can’t say Yes to everything when you’re launching a business  Why you should not to listen to your University professors Taking inspiration from Booking.Com and AirBnb but for a hardware business How the internet is mimicking the green revolution Why young people should ONLY be working in Climate-Tech How to run a marketplace How ChatGPT is helping Peter be a better founder Why Culture is so essential to build a long lasting company Why transparency is key to building companies  How buying energy containers could become a side hustle How to get your first client as a business How to scale a market place internationally How the business culture is different in Europe #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption Skoon Energy is a Dutch-based company that specializes in developing and providing innovative and sustainable energy solutions. The company's mission is to accelerate the transition towards renewable energy sources and to create a cleaner and more sustainable world. Skoon Energy offers a range of products and services that aim to reduce carbon emissions and provide a cleaner alternative to traditional energy sources. Their flagship product is the Skoonbox, which is a mobile battery system that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as powering construction sites, events, and off-grid locations. The Skoonbox is designed to be modular and scalable, allowing for easy expansion and customization. The battery system is powered by lithium-ion batteries and can be charged using renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. The Skoonbox also includes a monitoring system that provides real-time data on energy consumption and can be controlled remotely using a mobile app. Skoon Energy also offers a range of other products and services, including electric boat engines, electric car charging stations, and energy storage solutions for homes and businesses. The company is committed to promoting sustainable energy practices and is working towards a future where renewable energy sources are the norm.

Yesss welcome back my peoples!! A special episode today - with returning guest Nadav. Since last time, Nadav has created a very excited accelerator programme in Israel called Climate First - where I am a mentor. Its a really cool programme so I though I'd get him on to discuss it and launch the programme here. There's a tonne to learn about the sectors he's working on, why he picked Israel, and how he's going to help founders in his portfolio scale. Hope you enjoy! Harry In this podcast episode, we had the opportunity to chat with Nadav, the founder of Climate First, a venture capital accelerator that invests in early-stage companies focused on developing solutions to address climate change. Nadav shared with us his passion for investing in sustainable technologies and businesses, not just for their potential financial returns but also for their positive impact on the environment and society. During the conversation, Nadav talked about Climate First's investment philosophy, which is centered on the belief that climate solutions require more than just technological innovation; they must also include social and economic solutions that are equitable and inclusive. He also shared some of the exciting companies they have invested in across various sectors, including renewable energy, transportation, and agriculture. We discussed the urgency of addressing climate change and the significant economic opportunities that exist in sustainable investments. Nadav emphasized that investing in sustainable businesses is not just a moral imperative but also makes financial sense. He also shared his vision for the future, where sustainable investments are the norm, and businesses are held accountable for their environmental impact. Overall, this episode offers an insightful conversation on the importance of sustainable investments and the role that venture capital can play in addressing climate change. If you're interested in learning more about Climate First and their approach to investing in sustainable technologies and businesses, this podcast episode is a must-listen. What is an accelerator? A startup accelerator, also known as a startup incubator, is a program designed to help early-stage startups grow and succeed. Accelerators typically provide resources, mentorship, and funding to startups over a set period of time, usually between three and six months. The program is designed to provide a structured environment that allows startups to develop their ideas, build a prototype, test their product, and acquire customers. Startups usually work in a collaborative space alongside other startups in the accelerator, and they receive guidance and support from mentors and industry experts. In exchange for their support, accelerators typically take an equity stake in the startup, which ranges from 5% to 10% of the company. This provides the accelerator with a financial incentive to help the startup succeed. Startup accelerators are often run by experienced entrepreneurs or venture capitalists who have a successful track record of launching and scaling startups. The goal of the accelerator is to help startups accelerate their growth and increase their chances of success in the marketplace. The goal of climate technology is to develop and implement innovative technologies that help mitigate the impacts of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy efficiency, and promoting the use of renewable energy sources. Climate technology encompasses a wide range of solutions across various sectors, such as transportation, agriculture, energy, buildings, and industry. These technologies include renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro power, energy-efficient buildings and appliances, electric vehicles, carbon capture and storage, and sustainable agriculture practices, among others.

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples!! First things first, I apologise for the camera angle here 🤣 I messed up… HOWEVER, the content is great, so just chuck it on in the background. Thank you all so much for tuning in, I really appreciate it. If you haven’t already, please subscribe. Today, we’re back with another Climate-Tech rockstar, Jacqueline van den Ende, Founder & CEO at Carbon Equity. Jacqueline is one of the most bubbly and charismatic people I’ve sat down with. She deeply cares about this issue and is doing incredible work trying to fix it. Carbon Equity is a fund of fund that democratises Climate-Investment. Basically what the means is it allows normal investors - who are typically excluded from VC opportunities - to invest alongside experts. This gives them exposure to Climate-Tech VC returns, and brings more capital into the ecosystem for Climate-Technology. Important mission and a great time. In this episode we spoke about: Why most people can’t invest in Venture Capital What is a Fund of Funds Why VC is a Power Law Game Why more people should be able to get involved with the upside of the Green Opportunity How get people emotionally invested in Climate Change How diversification leads to less risk What are the biggest industries in climate A positive future vision for the climate What are the people who wear Goat Wool Socks? Why Climate is one of the fastest Why Leo and Downey Junior having Climate Funds is important Do activists have a role to play in the Climate narrative What are the most exciting sectors in climate? Are climate markets winner takes all? Hope you all enjoy!!! Love, Harry #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples!! Thank you all so much for tuning in, I really appreciate it. If you haven’t already, please subscribe. Today, we’re back with another Climate-Tech rockstar, Louise Parlons Bentata the founder of Bluemethane. Bluemethane is fighting climate change by capturing methane from water to create a new source of bio-power. Did you know how much methane was in water? No, me neither. Nor did I realise it could be used to generate electricity. Methane’s ability to hold heat in the atmosphere is 85x Carbon’s - mind blowing. In this pod we talk about: What form of Methane has water? Why did everyone focus on Carbon not Methane? Why you need to think about the biases you don’t know you hold How Louise launched a business without meeting her founder in person The importance of hiring kind people How to innovate in financial markets and create a market for yourself This is a really incredible company that has a huge potential. I loved how humble and caring Louise was. I have no doubt this business will do brilliant things. #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption

Welcome back to Brave New Earth my peoples! Please subscribe if you haven't already, really helps me out! On this episode, we sit down with the founder of Futerra & author of The Solutionists - Solitaire Townsend. In this episode, Solitaire and I chat about some of the biggest challenges facing the planet today, and explore how we can all work together to build a better future. From climate change to social justice, Solitaire has been at the forefront of the sustainability movement for over 20 years, and she shares some truly inspiring insights on what it takes to make a real impact. We talk about her incredible journey as a sustainability expert, her experience co-founding Futerra, and what inspired her to write "The Solutionists" - a powerful manifesto for change that provides a roadmap for creating a more sustainable world. Whether you're a sustainability pro or just getting started on your journey, this conversation is guaranteed to leave you feeling inspired and motivated to make a difference. Solitaire is an acclaimed entrepreneur, sustainability expert, and changemaker who is widely recognized for her pioneering work in the field of sustainable business. She is the co-founder of Futerra, a global sustainability consultancy that has helped some of the world's leading companies and organizations embed sustainability into their core business strategies. With over 20 years of experience in the sustainability field, Solitaire has played a key role in shaping the discourse around sustainable business practices. She is a highly sought-after speaker and commentator, having appeared on BBC Newsnight, Sky News, and CNN, among other media outlets. She is also the author of The Happy Hero, a book that explores how individuals can make a positive impact on the world through small, everyday actions. In addition to her work at Futerra, Solitaire is a member of the United Nations Sustainable Lifestyles Taskforce and has served on the board of directors for numerous organizations, including the Carbon Trust and Forum for the Future. She has also been recognized for her contributions to sustainability, having been named one of the UK's top 30 social entrepreneurs by Real Business magazine and one of the "Top 100 CSR Leaders" by Corporate Knights. Solitaire is a true visionary and trailblazer in the sustainability field, inspiring countless individuals and organizations to take action towards a more sustainable future. Her passion, expertise, and commitment to driving positive change have made her a respected leader and thought leader in the industry. So, if you're ready to join the movement towards a brighter, more sustainable future, hit that play button and let's dive in! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of Brave New Earth, where we explore the most pressing issues of our time with the most fascinating and insightful guests. Let's go! #sustainability #ecofriendly #climateaction #sustainableliving #greenliving #environment #climatechange #sustainabilitymatters #podcast #sustainablefuture #consciousconsumer #zerowaste #renewableenergy #sustainablebusiness #socialimpact #sustainabilityeducation #sustainabilitypodcast #savetheplanet #ecopreneur #ethicalbusiness #planetfriendly #reducewaste #sustainabledevelopment #greenbusiness #cleantech #responsibleconsumption #sustainabilitygoals