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Inside an Impact LP’s Mind: Dougie Sloan on Venture Selection
In this episode, Douglas Sloan, Managing Director at Better Society Capital, unpacks the conviction that “impact drives value” and explore how he’s inspiring other major LPs to embrace this mindset. He also shares his unique approach to filtering around 100 pitches per year down to just a select few – and reveals what sets exceptional managers apart in the impact space.
📺 Watch on YouTube: Inside an Impact LP’s Mind: Dougie Sloan on Venture Selection
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Hampus Jakobsson: From Blackberry Exit to Climate VC
In this conversation, Hampus Jakobsson, who led TAT to a €100M+ exit and now invests as a general partner at Pale blue dot, shares his journey from student founder to prolific EU angel. The discussion explores the “pirate mindset” he values in entrepreneurs, the dynamics of building a fund with three distinct profiles, and his exclusive focus on climate investments.
đź“ş Watch on YouTube:Â From Blackberry Exit to Climate VC – Hampus Jakobsson
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[The Swell] Investing in Sustainable Cities
In this insightful discussion, Laura Fox, Founding Partner at Streetlife Ventures, shares her journey from scaling Citi Bike to $120M ARR and now invests in startups building the nuts and bolts of sustainable cities. The conversation covers the $4 trillion cost of extreme weather and adaptation, strategies for identifying urban innovation, and a unique approach for climate-focused venture capitalists to make thoughtful, impactful investments.
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[The Swell] Inside Finland’s $3B LP: How They Back VC Funds
In the latest episode, Peter Platan from Finland’s €3B Sovereign Fund, Tesi, shares insights from his vantage point across 120+ funds. The discussion dives deep into Europe’s climate VC landscape, the innovative approaches making a difference, and what LPs are truly seeking in their partnerships.
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Terhi Vapola: Can Software Drive The Green Transition?
Dr. Terhi (TJ) Vapola, General Partner at Greencode Ventures, offers a candid look at the realities of investing in climate software. The conversation explores Greencode’s journey to raising €70M as a first-time fund, the pivotal role software plays in scaling climate solutions, and the strategies for building defensible advantages in this fast-evolving sector.
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[The Swell] What LPs Really Want from Climate Funds
💡Hugo Rauch and Carolina Echecopar from Carbon Equity unpack what’s really happening behind closed doors in LP conversations. In this episode, we dive into the brutal fundraising reality, what LPs look for beyond the deck, and why some climate VCs might not make the next wave.
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Is Climate Adaptation VC-Backable?
đź’ˇ This episode explores why climate adaptation remains so underfunded despite urgent need, and what it takes to mobilize investment for real resilience. With Timothy Rann of Mercy Corps Ventures, we unpack opportunities, challenges, and lessons from adaptation finance on the ground with 70+ investments, including crop insurance with Pula and sustainable land use with Meridia.
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