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Investing in Impact | Impact Investing

Jessica Burley, Investor at Planet A Ventures

Aug 18, 2023
Jessica Burley, Investor at Planet A Ventures, discusses investing in early-stage startups developing climate solutions. Planet A focuses on decarbonizing the economy with science-based targets, impact measurement, and diversity. They invest in companies like Carbon Re, GA drilling, and Hivt, driving global change through sustainable investments.
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  • Planet A Ventures invests in climate tech startups with science-based emission reduction targets.
  • The firm prioritizes impact measurement and diversity in its investments to support climate solutions.

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Jessica Burley's Journey to Planet A Ventures

Jessica Burley's path to joining Planet A Ventures started with a focus on environmental sustainability rooted in concerns about social impact and climate change. Her interest in climate action led her to the finance investing side later in her career. Studying politics and international relations, she delved into environmental sustainability, eventually transitioning to research work focused on financing climate entrepreneurship.

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