This week, we sit down with Helena Wasserman, the co-founder of Investors for Climate, a global network of over 400 climate-focused investors across 24 cities. In this episode, we dive into the engine behind that momentum: a community that connects capital with founders at seed stage, and creates deep relationships between VCs, angels, and family offices worldwide.

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⌛TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to Investors For Climate

04:16 How the Community Started

06:43 The Community Playbook

09:58 Why Community Matters

14:28 Investor Preferences

17:56 City Expansion Strategy

19:18 Notable Investment Examples

20:36 You Need Strict Rules

21:45 Fire Questions

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How She Built a Global Climate Investor Network - Helena Wasserman (Investors For Climate)