Climate CEOs (formerly Entrepreneurs for Impact): Scaling Climate Tech Startups 9x Founder Becomes Low Carbon Investor. Sustainable Aviation Fuel with 95% Lower GHG. Policy-Proof Climate Businesses. GPT as Your Chief Culture Analyst. Sweat Lodge Ceremony in Costa Rica.
Aug 21, 2025
Discover the journey of a nine-time founder turned low carbon investor. Delve into groundbreaking sustainable aviation fuel that boasts a 95% reduction in greenhouse gases. Learn about building resilient climate businesses that thrive amid policy shifts. Explore the transformative power of nature through a unique sweat lodge experience in Costa Rica. Plus, gain insights on using AI as a cultural asset within organizations.
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Policy-Proofing Is A Strategy Mix
- Building a policy-resistant model is a strategic response, not a guarantee of success.
- Firms also diversify tactics like geography, advocacy, and private capital to navigate regulatory risk.
Policy-Proof Business Is The Current Goal
- A majority of investors (56%) aim to build policy-proof climate business models in response to current headwinds.
- Others shift geography, engage policy, or seek private capital to manage regulatory uncertainty.
Modular SAF That Follows Renewable Supply
- Joe Rodden of Lydian Labs builds modular SAF production that ramps with cheap solar and wind.
- He claims lifecycle emissions are 95% lower than traditional jet fuel.