In Conversation with Shopify Plus Chris Sacca on Profitability vs. Sustainability, and the Types of Entrepreneur He Invests In
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Oct 13, 2021 
Billionaire venture capitalist Chris Sacca discusses the balance between profitability and sustainability for businesses, the importance of climate tech investments, and the need for systemic changes to combat climate change. He emphasizes the significance of shifting energy generation methods on a global scale and investing in companies that offer valuable contributions.
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Scale Requires Systemic Energy Change
- To change climate impact at planetary scale we must overhaul how energy is generated, not just individual behavior changes.
- Small actions matter, but systemic renewable energy and infrastructure shifts are the real lever for large impact.
Leaving On Your Own Terms Changes Purpose
- Chris left venture at peak because he wanted to stop on his own terms and pursue chosen work, not obligations.
- Returning now, he focuses on mission-driven climate investing with deliberate choice rather than necessity.
Make Climate Solutions Economically Irresistible
- Build climate businesses that don't rely on subsidies by leveraging cheaper, modern approaches like ML and shared infrastructure.
- Target products that compete on price, convenience, or performance so customers choose them without political persuasion.