Is Apple the next G.M.? Or the next ACDelco?
As the internet buzzes with news that Apple is speeding ahead with plans to build a car, we read the tea leaves to try and see where the computer giant's real play lies.
Energy Efficiency
What’s Hot in 2015? Energy Entrepreneurs Sound Off
Distributed energy storage is “where the innovation is” and corporate VCs are the best source of capital for game changing energy technologies, says a Columbia U. panel.
How is DBL Investors Targeting Their New $350M Cleantech VC Fund?
DBL’s Cynthia Ringo reveals her top 2014 disappointments, biggest successes, the cleantech sectors gaining market traction, corporate partnerships, and niche sectors she will be...
Top Trends in Corporate Sustainability, Partnerships, & Investment in 2015
Big data, the “circular economy”, new metrics, and innovative financing is changing how corporations are investing in sustainability, says leaders from American Water, Novelis,...
Cleantech & Sustainable Innovation to “Usher in Great Change”
Which sustainable innovations are transforming oil and gas? What solutions are ready to scale at the corporate level? VC Wal Van Lierop of Chrysalix shares the trends and predictions...
The GOP’s Senate Takeover Implications on U.S. Energy Policy
What energy issues will be prioritized by Republicans under the likely Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell? What are the implications for cleantech entrepreneurs?
“Survivors” Win Admiration from Investors in New Cleantech 100 List
This year's list revealed that investors are rewarding companies that are gaining market traction and revenue, not unproven “hopefuls.” We spoke to judges who reveal their top...
Cleantech & Resource Efficiency New Fundings and Fund Activity
New Indian Impact venture fund; Cycle Capital ventures into China; $100M Closed Loop recycling fund launch; Digital Lumens raises $23M; Illinois Clean Energy Fund Makes first 4 investments;...
Early Stage Cleantech VCs Love New York… Know Why?
New York’s cleantech startup scene was on full display during a recent big industry pitch contest, attracting investors looking for their next home run. We run down the hottest NY-based...
Cleantech’s Investing Pulse Remains Strong in Distributed Generation, Data Analytics & Social Impact
Prolific VCs Rob Day and Josh Green and family office investors Eagle Cliff Partners and Prelude Ventures reveal key trends and where they are finding opportunities in cleantech’s...