

Ep. 256 How I Raised It with Kareem Dabbagh of Volo Earth (Climate Tech Venture Fund)
Mar 21, 2023
Kareem Dabbagh of Volo Earth Ventures talks about opportunities in climate tech, transitioning LP hunt, raising capital from foundations and fund-of-funds. Volo Earth raised $90M with multiple LPs. They discuss Volo Earth Ventures' investment strategy, check size, and areas of specialization. They also explore the challenges and opportunities in clean tech, including storage and HVAC technologies. The impact of cryptocurrency on climate, specifically the energy consumption problem of Bitcoin mining, is also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Snow patterns, skiing, and introduction to Volo Earth Ventures
02:06 • 3min
Genesis: The Beginning of a Climate Tech VC Fund
04:43 • 20min
Understanding the Composition of Fund of Funds and the Importance of Flexibility
24:25 • 3min
Funding Challenges and Opportunities in Clean Tech
27:47 • 6min
Cryptocurrency Impact on Climate
33:37 • 7min