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Climate CEOs (formerly Entrepreneurs for Impact): Scaling Climate Tech Startups

Dr. Chris Wedding — Climate Tech CEO Coach | CEO @ EFI
Climate Change
Lithium Extraction
Climate Tech
Electric Vehicles
Solar Energy
Venture Capital
Yotta Energy
Carbon Dioxide Removal
Commercial Solar Financing
Climate Resilience
Climate Adaptation
EV Charging
Environmental Sustainability
E-Fuels
Sunstone Credit
Tesla
Ample
Machine Learning
In-Vehicle Payments
Digital Payments

Weekly briefing for climate founders, investors, and operators. Hosted by Dr. Chris Wedding, executive coach and CEO of Entrepreneurs for Impact (EFI), a peer group with 100+ CEOs & investors representing $40B+ in enterprise value and AUM. Climate CEOs delivers playbooks from the front lines of climate tech, with insights on raising capital, scaling startups in clean energy, batteries, carbon capt... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Flederbach
President and CEO at ClimeCo, award recipient for sustainability and former executive with MGM and AgCert.
ClimeCo
Episode: Environmental Credit Solutions: 16 years, $50M Raised, 45M Tons of CO2e Reduced, Avoided, or Removed
Franz Chillingi
CEO of 7Gen, a company converting fleets to electric vehicles.
7Gen
Episode: $63M for Electric Vehicle Fleets. $150M for your next company. Enlightenment vs. anxiety. The Climate Tech Atlas. Four AI Prompts to Boost Your Marketing. (vol #204)
Rahul Advani
Co-founder of SARE Capital Partners, investing in sustainable industrial sectors.
SARE Capital Partners
Episode: $63M for Electric Vehicle Fleets. $150M for your next company. Enlightenment vs. anxiety. The Climate Tech Atlas. Four AI Prompts to Boost Your Marketing. (vol #204)
Toussaint Wedding
Co-founder and CEO of Upway
Upway
Episode: Sustainable Mobility: $60M from Sequoia. 80,000 E-bikes Sold. 40% discounts. 100+ Manufacturers.
Adam Greenberg
CEO of You Knew, an agtech startup using AI for greenhouse monitoring
You Knew
Episode: $5B Funding for Sustainable Infrastructure. Solar’s “Land Problem” is Overhyped. Boss: “Talk to AI Before Talking to Me.” $65M for AI in Agtech. Don't Be Consumed by Injustice.
Rob Van Ness
Investor at Vision Ridge Partners
Vision Ridge Partners
Episode: $5B Funding for Sustainable Infrastructure. Solar’s “Land Problem” is Overhyped. Boss: “Talk to AI Before Talking to Me.” $65M for AI in Agtech. Don't Be Consumed by Injustice.
Frans Tillingen
Co-founder and CEO of 7Gen, a company that provides turnkey solutions for electrification of commercial fleets
7Gen
Episode: EV Finance: $63M for Electric Fleets + 40% Lower Fuel and Maintenance
Vikas Nt-EnTi
CEO of Reframe Systems, former robotics lead at Amazon
Reframe Systems
Episode: 60 nuclear startups to watch. AI for 220 million peer-reviewed articles. Meta CTO invests in climate. Stoic wisdom on corporate values. Robots building climate-resilient homes.
Barbara Buchner
CEO of CPI and lead author of the Global Landscape of Climate Finance reports
Climate Policy Initiative
Episode: Scaling Climate Finance in the Global South: A CEO’s Playbook

Host

Chris Wedding
Host and executive coach specializing in climate entrepreneurship. He brings extensive experience as a CEO, investor, and educator, focusing on empowering leaders in the climate tech space.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • The Podcast We Need

    In this moment, every CEO needs to be thinking like a climate CEO. The host, Chris, and his guests provide insights in each episode that are relevant and inspiring. A must listen for business leaders in our changing and challenging world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abeehart
    United Statesa month ago
  • Top climate tech podcast!

    Chris has built an outstanding community and has a great interviewing style. He keeps it light and fun and makes complex concepts accessible to anyone seeking to join the climate tech movement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TKRY44
    United Statesa month ago
  • Inspiring

    Chris does a great job surfacing companies that are making a brighter future possible. Inspiring and exciting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parisman
    United Statesa month ago
  • A +

    One of my top podcasts. Chris does a great job getting quality guests and teasing out unique gems.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colonel Sanchez
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wonderful guests and interesting topics

    Insightful and engaging. Wonderful conversations across the climate landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lonesurai
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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The host consistently attracts insightful and high-quality guests who share valuable expertise in the climate tech sector.
The content is regarded as a valuable resource for both current and aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to make a positive impact.
Listeners appreciate the inspiring and accessible discussions that break down complex climate topics into relatable conversations.
Feedback highlights a strong focus on practical advice for startup founders and investors looking to thrive in climate innovation.
Many reviews commend the engaging and lively interviewing style that brings out unique insights while maintaining a sense of humor.

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#16
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Apple Podcasts
#132
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EV Finance: $63M for Electric Fleets + 40% Lower Fuel and Maintenance
Q: Who do you want to hear from on this podcast?
Frans expressed a desire to interview Jim Farley from Ford due to his nuanced views on the EV transition.
EV Finance: $63M for Electric Fleets + 40% Lower Fuel and Maintenance
Q: What conditions allow for EVs to be cheaper than gas vehicles?
Frans explained that operational savings and decreases in purchase prices make EVs competitive with gas vehicles, especially in regions with low energy costs and clean energy sources.
Net Zero Homes: 2.5x Faster, 30% Cheaper, $20M VC Raise
Q: What was the motivation behind the recent capital raise?
To continue investing in tech teams and operationalize efforts in new markets, reflecting the demand for their homes.
Net Zero Homes: 2.5x Faster, 30% Cheaper, $20M VC Raise
Q: What is Reframe, Vikas?
Reframe Systems is focused on building resilient homes that are attainable for everyone using technology to reduce costs and speed of construction.
Reduce A/C Energy by 40%: MIT Spinout + Top Climate Tech VC Investors
Q: What customer's segments are you targeting today?
Initially focused on indoor farming, then residential cooling, and now targeting the commercial cooling market due to significant energy consumption in this space.

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This series offers a weekly briefing tailored for climate founders, investors, and operators, focusing on the latest trends and insights in scaling climate tech startups. It features rich dialogues that explore critical topics such as raising capital, emerging technologies in clean energy, carbon capture, and the circular economy. The content is designed to equip listeners with practical strategies while fostering a founder mindset, highlighting the importance of mindfulness, resilience, and personal growth necessary in the challenging landscape of climate innovation. Notably, episodes often showcase guest experts who provide unique perspectives and actionable advice for entrepreneurs in this vital field.

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2. Franz Chillingi
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5. Adam Greenberg
6. Rob Van Ness
7. Frans Tillingen
8. Vikas Nt-EnTi

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