Nate Loewentheil, founder of Commonweal Ventures and former advisor to President Obama, shares his insights on the intersection of government and climate tech innovation. He discusses how political factors shape climate tech investments and the importance of partnerships with government agencies. The conversation highlights the need for a non-partisan approach to attract talent and funding in a politically charged environment. Nate also emphasizes the crucial role of the Department of Defense in fostering resilience in energy systems through collaboration with startups.