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A Vibrant Cleantech Startup Ecosystem Takes Root in India

GreenTechMedia

It’s easy to see what’s motivating India’s emerging ecosystem of sustainable technology startups with a glance out the window from the office of Sangam Ventures in Gurugram, just outside of Delhi. In response, a vibrant ecosystem of sustainability-oriented startups, investors and incubators is taking shape in India today.

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Commitment to key strategies for investment-ready green infrastructure projects

Smart Energy International

Africa is full of potential infrastructure project opportunities in the pipeline. This is according to Hendrik Malan, CEO and partner at Frost & Sullivan and one of many expert speakers who will address the upcoming Africa’s Green Economy Summit taking place from 22–24 February 2023. Infrastructure investment opportunities.

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Is Load shedding the solution?

Smart Energy International

When the electric grid is under strain, many electric utilities use the load shedding technique to lower demand and balance it with energy production. The idea is to turn off the power supply to certain areas on a cyclical basis, for example, two hours ON, then two hours OFF. The actual power gap now exceeds 8GW.

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Cleaner, greener homes must be the top priority after Covid-19

Business Green

Upgrading existing homes and making sure new buildings are up to scratch are key to post-pandemic prosperity, argues AECOM's Robert Spencer. As we emerge from the pandemic, there is a huge responsibility on businesses to explore how they can contribute to a sustainable future.

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The Lead-Acid Battery’s Demise Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

R-Squared Energy

Following my recent article – Lead-Acid Batteries Are On A Path To Extinction – I received an email from Battery Council International (BCI), the trade association for lead battery manufacturers, recyclers and suppliers. Certainly, if it can’t be addressed, then that would be an advantage in favor of lead-acid batteries. .

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? US clean investment cleans up with $239bn #187

Climate Tech VC

The US Clean Investment Monitor published its annual report for 2023, which saw clean investment total $239bn, up 38% from 2022. The EV supply chain dominated, with critical minerals, batteries, vehicle assembly and charging equipment making up 84% of Q4 investment. Energy & industry. Happy Monday!  Manufacturing.

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? Africa’s inaugural climate summit #165

Climate Tech VC

An historic climate summit in Nairobi last week underscored the need for drastic changes in climate finance and clean energy development. Battery recycling attracts another big check with a $542M Series D, and food recycling attracts $70M. Disproportionate impacts: Home to 1.3 Disproportionate impacts: Home to 1.3