Our Top Insights from the Emerald Summit
It was a powerful assembly of executive women, sustainable startups, and impact investors, united under the theme of scaling venture capital and project finance for climate solutions.
With a focus on advancing women-led projects in sustainability, technology, and inclusive innovation, the summit offered insights, connections, and inspiration for driving systemic change through finance.
Here's what we took from the Emerald Summit:
- Investing in a climate-driven future: Speakers like Kirthi Mani, Jeremy Harper, and Zehra Naqvi from the VC Investors Panel discussed the transformative role of investment in climate tech. Their insights emphasized the importance of building an inclusive funding ecosystem for diverse founders, underscoring the need for venture capital that prioritizes impact as well as profit.
- Women-led innovations paving the way for sustainability: Women entrepreneurs introduced groundbreaking projects in climate tech, such as Charlotte Hamilton’s ultra-durable solar solutions from N5 Solar and Tiya Gordon’s urban EV charging model from “it’s electric.” These pitches highlighted a commitment to scalable solutions that make clean energy more accessible and equitable, showing that women-led ventures are at the forefront of climate innovation.
- Financial inclusion and climate-focused capital: During the “Fintech is Femme” panels, leaders like Nicole Casperson and Stefania Di Bartolomeo explored how fintech is reshaping financial access and sustainability. They discussed how ESG investing, sustainable banking, and climate-focused fintech tools allow both businesses and consumers to drive a greener economy, merging profitability with social and environmental impact.
Overall, the summit underscored that financing climate innovation and supporting women-led initiatives are essential for a sustainable future. The event highlighted actionable steps for both entrepreneurs and investors to make a lasting difference.
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