Hosted by The Vertical in partnership with Climate-KIC, the International Climate Innovators Meet U.S. Capital event series aims to spark conversations between public and private sector leaders about the future of climate innovation.
Event Highlights:
The Adaptation Economy: Innovations for a Sustainable Future
The opening panel, “The Adaptation Economy & International Innovators,” will explore the growing potential of adaptation-based solutions as the climate landscape evolves.
Featuring Katie MacDonald (Tailwind), Matt Anderson (Cryogenx), Aparna Shrivastava (U.S. International Development Finance Corporation), and Renate Bleich (Munich Re Foundation), this session will spotlight how adaptation technologies can drive scalable, sustainable business models.
Drawing on his experience in Southeast Asia’s well-being economy, Fred Tsao, Chairman of the TPC Group, will share insights into how MSMEs are leading the way in climate adaptation and sustainability. He will discuss strategies to expand these regional ecosystems on a global scale.
Immigrant Founders in the U.S. ClimateTech Landscape
A panel on immigrant founders, “Immigrant ClimateTech Pioneers in the U.S. Investment Landscape,” will explore how international entrepreneurs are navigating U.S. climate finance to scale their solutions.
Panelists Anya Freeman (Kind Designs), Pooja Khosla (Entelligent), Chris Van de Voorde (JUUNOO), Timur Davis (Munich Re Ventures), and Abijit Aji (Gradiant Corporation) will share best practices and lessons learned in securing investment. Moderated by Morielle I. Lotan (MILE Advisory), the session promises insights for investors and founders alike.
Networking with Global Climate Leaders
The event will conclude with a cocktail reception, where key figures like Natalie Jabangwe (UNDP’s Timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation) and Maxime Bayen (Catalyst Fund) will discuss the latest trends across specific regions of the world, such as Africa.
This evening gathering offers a prime opportunity for attendees to spark new collaborations and investments in the fast-growing ClimateTech sector.
As the climate crisis accelerates, the event serves as a critical hub for forging global partnerships and investments that will shape the future of climate innovation.
