In this episode of Chad's Climate Quest, Chad Frischmann interviews Chante Harris, a climate tech strategist, about building a regenerative future. They discuss the urgency of addressing climate change and the opportunity it presents to create a better future. Chante shares her journey in the climate tech space and the importance of cross-sector collaboration. They also discuss the role of venture capital in funding climate tech solutions and the need for a new model of finance that focuses on long-term, regenerative thinking. Chante emphasizes the importance of community resilience and the need to include diverse perspectives in building regenerative cities. They envision a future where cities are designed to enhance and restore our relationship with natural systems, with a focus on transportation, urban farming, and affordable access to regenerative solutions. They highlight the need for collaboration between technology, policy, and other sectors to create a more sustainable and equitable future.

Chante's Bio:

Chante Harris is a leader in social and financial innovation, known for scaling campaigns for the Obama Administration, Fortune 500 companies, and startups. Her work has been highlighted in Business Insider, Thrive Global, and more. Recently, she led climate investment at SecondMuse, supporting early-stage climate tech globally. Her team helped 20 startups raise over $25M and expand significantly. She launched an innovation challenge aiding 1,200+ startups in 64 countries and developed a network for top investors with over $17B in climate capital in 2021. Named by NASDAQ and others as a leading figure, she drives climate innovation and sustainable city development. Co-founder of Women of Color Collective in Sustainability, she has unified over 5,000 women of color since 2019. Based in NYC, she's on the Board of Summit Impact and is passionate about meditation and hiking.

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