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We are CleanTechies, the #1 Podcast for ClimateTech Entrepreneurs. Whether you’re an active ClimateTech entrepreneur, an aspiring one, an investor, a service provider…anything that touches supporting early stage climate tech, this is the place for you. Each week, we publish two interviews with leading experts in the field telling their stories, insights, and advice to help ClimateTech Entrepreneur... more

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Charles Conwell
CEO of Novele
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Episode: #271 The $10 Billion Reason Commercial Real Estate Finally Has to Electrify | Charles Conwell (Novele)
Vikas Enti
Co-founder and CEO of Reframe Systems
Reframe Systems
Episode: #269 The Unexpected Climate Agents: Why Insurance Companies are Driving Resilient Modular Homebuilding | Vikas Enti (Reframe Systems)
Oliver Gunasekara
CEO and co-founder of Impossible Metals
Impossible Metals
Episode: #268 Robot Pirates are Pillaging the Wasted Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean | Oliver Gunasekara (Impossible Metals)
Mishal Thadani
Building climate resilience software at Rhizome
Rhizome
Episode: #266 Can the Grid Survive Climate Change? | Mishal Thadani (Rhizome)
Ted Feldman
CEO and founder of Durin Mining, focused on automating drilling processes in mineral exploration
Durin Mining
Episode: #263 Solving the Critical Mineral Supply Crisis Using Robotic Drills | Ted Feldman (Durin Mining)
Cameron Dales
President and Chief Commercial Officer at Peak Energy
Peak Energy
Episode: #261 How Sodium-Ion Batteries Eliminate OpEx for Grid-Scale Energy Storage | Cameron Dales (Peak Energy)
Nick van Osdol
Creator of the Keep Cool Newsletter and Podcast, venture partner at Climate Capital
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Episode: #260 How to Get the Most Out of NY Climate Week 2025 w/ Nick Van Osdol & Steven Zhang
Steven Zhang
Maker of Climate Tech List and Interconnection.FYI
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Episode: #260 How to Get the Most Out of NY Climate Week 2025 w/ Nick Van Osdol & Steven Zhang
Augustus Doricko
Founder of Rainmaker, known for their ability to make rain.
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Episode: NYCW Event: How to Win in the Anti-Climate Era (Live Podcast)

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Silas Maynard
Host of CleanTechies, focusing on insights and stories from climate tech entrepreneurs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • THE podcast for everything clean tech

    Silas and Somil do a wonderful job of extracting real insights and stories - not scripted answers. The guests and their companies are eye opening, and I would recommend a listen to anyone who’s vaguely curious about what’s being done to build a better Earth.

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    5
    CalebSH98
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Great podcast with a lot of depth and nuance to it. Silas does a good job of asking the right questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunil Kurien
    United States2 years ago
  • Very authentic

    I love hearing about both the ups and downs. Very relatable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary567890
    United States3 years ago
  • Good content

    Host needs a pop filter for his mic.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cxthom
    United States3 years ago
  • Fascinating content in a digestible format

    Silas unpacks a wide range of important topics in a friendly way with some fantastic guests! Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smb1003
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of insights and real stories shared by guests, finding the discussions both educational and relatable.
Engaging conversations covering critical topics in clean tech receive high praise, with many noting the host's skill in fostering an open dialogue.
Audience members highlight the podcast's accessibility, making complex subjects digestible for a wider audience interested in sustainability.

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#269 The Unexpected Climate Agents: Why Insurance Companies are Driving Resilient Modular Homebuilding | Vikas Enti (Reframe Systems)
Q: What is your plan for the future in terms of scaling the company?
To build a million homes by 2045, they are working on creating about 800 micro factories across the world while owning and operating them from the start.
#269 The Unexpected Climate Agents: Why Insurance Companies are Driving Resilient Modular Homebuilding | Vikas Enti (Reframe Systems)
Q: Do you have specific metrics as to how much cheaper and faster you're able to build a home compared to conventional stick-built?
In Massachusetts, the on-site cost of construction varies from $350 to $450 a square foot, while they're pricing their modular homes between $275 to $325 a square foot.
#269 The Unexpected Climate Agents: Why Insurance Companies are Driving Resilient Modular Homebuilding | Vikas Enti (Reframe Systems)
Q: How is a modular home building company that's using robots to build homes a climate tech company?
Modular homebuilding significantly reduces carbon emissions compared to traditional construction methods, as homes contribute to climate change through energy use and materials production.
#268 Robot Pirates are Pillaging the Wasted Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean | Oliver Gunasekara (Impossible Metals)
Q: What is Impossible Metals at its very simplest explanation?
Gunasekara describes it as a next-generation mining company focused on delivering essential metals from the ocean in an environmentally friendly way.
#268 Robot Pirates are Pillaging the Wasted Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean | Oliver Gunasekara (Impossible Metals)
Q: What does it take to shift from that mindset of starting something and getting something going versus sticking with it?
He states that many startups fail because people give up and emphasizes the need for persistence.

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The series focuses on climate technology and entrepreneurship, highlighting the journeys of leading experts in the clean tech space. Episodes frequently feature discussions on cutting-edge innovations, sustainability challenges, and the evolving landscape of climate-related policies. The content is designed to inspire current and aspiring climate tech entrepreneurs by sharing real-world insights, successes, and lessons learned from their experiences within the industry. Noteworthy features include in-depth interviews with experts and a persistent emphasis on practical solutions for overcoming the challenges faced in the climate tech sector, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in sustainable innovation and the green economy.

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2. Vikas Enti
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