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  • The Climate on Monday: Meet the 11 startups in Amazon’s latest ClimateTech cohort

    The Climate on Monday: Meet the 11 startups in Amazon’s latest ClimateTech cohort

    Daily brief on deep tech and climate tech news from India and around the world.

    Solaq’s water from atmosphere system, one of the innovations selected to Amazon’s ClimateTech cohort in its Sustainability Accelerator. Image source: Amazon sustainability stories.

    Union Minister Gadkari unveils roadmap for sustainable transport at SIAM meet

    Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari set out India’s sustainable transport vision at the 65th annual convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers, stressing global alignment on BS7 (Bharat Stage 7) and CAFE (corporate average fuel efficiency) norms to cut air pollution, according to a press release from the transport ministry. He highlighted biofuel adoption, the vehicle scrappage policy, and plans to lower logistics costs, while announcing rewards and insurance for road accident helpers to improve road safety and industry sustainability.

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    Coal ministry spotlights gasification for India’s clean energy future

    The Ministry of Coal hosted a Mumbai roadshow on coal gasification, highlighting its role in India’s energy transition and industrial growth, according to a press release from the ministry. Officials stressed using coal gasification—including underground technologies—to create clean energy, chemicals, and hydrogen, while reducing imports and boosting economic self-reliance. The government is scaling R&D, innovation, and private partnerships to ensure safe, sustainable deployment of gasification projects nationwide.

    IIT Madras start-up deploys cleaner, cost-saving wastewater tech

    JSP Enviro, incubated at IIT Madras, has launched and field-proven its BEADS wastewater treatment system in industries in Tamil Nadu, according to a press release from the Press Information Bureau. The technology, which operates anaerobically without electricity or chemicals, reduces sludge and recovers energy. Each 100m³/day installation avoids 80 tons of CO₂ annually, promising ROI in 3–4 years. JSP Enviro aims to scale nationwide, unlocking climate and financial gains for manufacturers.

    Bartronics India enters climate tech with carbon credit push

    Bartronics India has partnered RenewCred, a climate-tech start-up, to launch blockchain-based carbon credit solutions for Indian farmers, according to a press release. The collaboration will enable over 40 million rural farmers to earn revenue by adopting sustainable practices, verified via drones and blockchain. The move marks Bartronics’ pivot from rural fintech to agri- and climate-tech, aiming to boost rural incomes and climate action.

    IFC boosts responsAbility Asia climate tech fund past $400M

    UK money manager M&G’s responsAbility Investments has raised more than $414 million for its Asia Climate Strategy, following a $50 million IFC investment, ESG Today reports. The fund targets renewable energy, battery storage, e-mobility, and circular economy, aiming to cut 16 million tons of CO₂. With completion near its $500 million goal, it mobilizes capital for Asia’s energy transition and offers diversification for institutional investors.

    Vireo Ventures closes €50M fund to back Europe’s clean electrification

    Berlin-based Vireo Ventures has closed its €50 million Electrification Fund I to support early-stage startups in Europe’s energy transition, Tech Funding News reports. The fund targets pre-seed to Series A companies advancing grid electrification, storage, and decarbonization. Investors range from pension funds to corporates, and the portfolio includes innovators in energy management, storage, and e-mobility—boosting the region’s path to net zero.

    Solenery raises $750K to scale AI-powered clean energy platform

    Toronto-based Solenery raised $750,000 in pre-seed funding to expand its AI platform, which streamlines clean energy adoption for Canadian homeowners and businesses, Clean Energy reports. Solenery delivers local feasibility, savings, and incentives by postal code, connecting users to vetted installers and rebates. The company aims to accelerate Canada’s net-zero transition by making solar and clean tech adoption more accessible and frictionless.

    UNICEF backs climate tech to protect world’s most vulnerable

    UNICEF is investing in frontier climate tech solutions, focusing on open-source and local innovations that protect children from climate change impacts like extreme heat and pollution, the UN children’s unit said in a recent post. Its Venture Fund supports early-stage startups using AI, data, and digital tools for health and resilience, aiming for scalable, equitable impact in emerging markets. The initiative also shapes global digital policy on child-centered climate action.

    Amazon picks 11 startups for its latest ClimateTech cohort

    Amazon has invited 11 new start-ups and scale-ups to join the second edition of the ClimateTech cohort of the Amazon Sustainability Accelerator, a programme designed to accelerate the development of climate breakthrough technologies, the company said in a post last week.

    The four-week programme combines expert-led workshops, mentoring sessions, and leadership panels. It also gives some participating companies the opportunity to run a pilot with Amazon’s European operations. Selected from more than 550 applications, these innovative companies address three crucial environmental challenges: energy efficiency, waste reduction, and water management.

    The selected startups are:

    Mhor Energy (UK): Flow batteries storing energy in liquid for long-term, high-temperature use.

    Cartesian (Norway): State-changing thermal batteries storing and releasing energy for grid management.

    Over Easy Solar (Norway): Lightweight, upright solar panels for buildings unable to use conventional panels.

    Active Surfaces (US): Ultra-thin, flexible perovskite solar sheets for quick, material-efficient installations.

    Omniflow (Portugal): Hybrid wind-solar streetlights saving 90% energy, supporting smart city features.

    Blue Frontier (US): Air conditioners using liquid desiccant to cut energy use by up to 90%.

    Shayp (Belgium): AI water monitoring solution to reduce leaks and cut consumption in buildings.

    Solaq (Netherlands): Shipping container-based systems converting atmospheric moisture into drinking water.

    NANDO (Italy): Smart waste monitoring for bins, using real-time sensors and cameras to spot contamination.

    Greyparrot (UK): AI vision for real-time waste conveyor analysis and material categorization.

    Vuala (UK): On-site “artificial stomach” for food waste, turning it into biogas and hydrogen energy.

    The Amazon Sustainability Accelerator, launched in 2022, is supported by Founders Intelligence, which is part of the consulting and tech services giant Accenture. Initially focusing on creating more sustainable consumer products, the accelerator has expanded to include climate tech solutions. Including this year’s cohort, the programme has supported more than 70 companies across six cohorts.

  • The Climate on Monday: Nobel laureate urges rich nations to share green tech freely

    The Climate on Monday: Nobel laureate urges rich nations to share green tech freely

    Daily brief on deep tech and climate tech news from India and around the world.

    AI generated illustrative image of a micro farm in space. Production of medicines and nutrients in space is an example of frontier technologies that global venture capital is backing.

    Nobel laureate urges open sharing of climate technologies

    Joseph Stiglitz, a Nobel Prize winning economist, has called for climate technologies to be shared freely to accelerate global decarbonization and ensure equitable access to solutions worldwide, Research Professional News reports. The appeal highlights concerns that restricting climate tech through patents or proprietary deals could slow progress on emissions reduction and sustainability goals, especially for developing nations, and urges collective action to overcome barriers to technology transfer.

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    UN climate chief urges nations to submit climate goals before deadline

    UN climate chief Simon Stiell has called on governments to urgently present new national climate action plans, warning that fewer than 30 countries have submitted their NDCs ahead of the looming deadline, Climate Change News reports. Countries including China, India, and the EU are yet to announce targets. Stiell stressed robust climate plans are vital for tackling global warming and capturing economic benefits from the clean energy transition.

    WMO warns air pollution and climate change create a vicious cycle

    The World Meteorological Organization has published its latest annual air quality bulletin, which underscores how air quality and climate change are tightly linked, impacting health, economies and ecosystems, according to a press release from the organisation. It highlights risks from wildfires, winter fog, shipping, and urban pollution, and calls for integrated action and improved monitoring. International coordination is crucial to address aerosol hazards and enhance forecasts for effective risk management.

    Dutch pension giant drops US asset managers in green revamp

    PFZW, the world’s 11th largest pension fund, has pulled €33.5bn from BlackRock, Legal & General, and AQR Capital Management to focus on sustainability and market-level returns, Green Central Banking reports. The move comes as climate risk pressures mount and activists push for greener investments. PFZW will now lean on Robeco, UBS, PGGM and others for its €50bn equity portfolio, signaling a wider EU pivot away from US climate policies.

    Commonwealth Fusion Systems raises $863m for fusion push

    MIT spinoff Commonwealth Fusion Systems closed an $863 million Series B2 round, bringing its total funding near $3 billion, Latitude Media reports. The capital will accelerate progress on its SPARC fusion demonstrator and commercial ARC plant in Virginia, backed by investors including Nvidia, Bill Gates, and Jeff Bezos. The company aims for continuous fusion and $50/MWh energy costs, but economic viability depends on breakthroughs in technology and manufacturing.

    Breakthrough Energy, Khosla and DCVC launch $300m climate tech coalition

    Breakthrough Energy, Khosla Ventures, and DCVC have launched the All Aboard Coalition, a $300 million fund to support climate tech startups amid declining US funding, PE Insights reports. Backed by over $40 billion in investor assets, the group will target emissions reduction technologies like carbon removal, green hydrogen, and long-duration storage. The fund aims to address the capital gap leaving many early-stage companies struggling to scale.

    RMI’s Third Derivative adds 18 global startups to climate tech accelerator

    Third Derivative, the RMI climate tech accelerator, has welcomed 18 new startups from six countries to its portfolio, which now totals over 280 companies, RMI said in a press release. Selected firms span innovations from bamboo building systems and green hydrogen to recyclable wind turbines and zero-emission cooling. Third Derivative aims to bridge finance and resource gaps for market-ready decarbonization tech, with portfolio startups raising $3.7 billion and creating 4,400 jobs since inception.

    Singapore’s TLC 2026 opens with S$4m climate tech funding boost

    The Liveability Challenge 2026 has launched in Singapore with a record S$4 million (US$3.1m) funding for climate tech startups, Eco Business reports. This 9th edition has a new partner A*Star, which has pledged S$2 million annually to support pilot decarbonisation projects, while Temasek Foundation anchors the initiative. Finalists will access testbeds and pitch at Ecosperity Week 2026. Catalytic funding and policy reforms are highlighted as key to scaling climate solutions amid global venture funding challenges.

    Sinbon invests in Swobbee to accelerate green urban mobility

    Taiwanese electronics firm Sinbon has made a minority investment in Berlin-based Swobbee, giving the climate tech company access to Sinbon’s global manufacturing and engineering expertise, the companies said in a press release. The partnership aims to advance battery swapping infrastructure for sustainable last-mile urban transport and will support broader adoption of swappable batteries. The deal underscores rising collaboration in e-mobility and green tech between Europe and Asia.

    Climafix Summit 2025 to spotlight 400+ climate startups in Chennai

    CLIMAFIX Summit 2025, among India’s largest climate startup events, will gather over 400 startups, 150 investors, and 250 corporates at IIT Madras Research Park on Sep 11-12. The agenda spans bio-solutions, energy efficiency, deep tech, and translational research, featuring expert talks, startup journeys, curated pitches, and AI for climate sessions to accelerate climate innovation and cross-sector partnerships. Key speakers include Ashok Jhunjhunwala (IITMRP), Suhas Baxi (Biofuel Circle), and Janani Mittal (Technip).

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  • The Climate on Monday: a brief on SusMafia’s collaborative summit SusCrunch 2025

    The Climate on Monday: a brief on SusMafia’s collaborative summit SusCrunch 2025

    Daily brief on deep tech and climate tech news from India and around the world.

    An Indian farmer in the foreground, on his farm, with solar panels in the background. The share of renewables in India's energy production is rising.
    Illustrative image to reflect India’s net zero efforts. Proud Indian Farmer Standing by Solar Panels Promoting Renewable and Sustainable Energy.

    For today’s episode of The Climate on Monday, I thought I’d bring you a brief conversation with some of the key people at The Sustainability Mafia, or SusMafia, about their upcoming SusCrunch 2025 event for anyone who’s a stakeholder in India’s efforts to hit net zero.

    Joining me on this episode are three leaders from SusMafia — Anirudh Gupta, Saksham Bansal, and Rajat Kukreja — to discuss SusCrunch 2025, a climate collaborative summit, happening in Bengaluru.

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    SusCrunch 2025, organized by SusMafia, is envisioned as more than just another conference. It’s a founder-led gathering designed to accelerate climate solutions by connecting some 400 decision-makers—founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders — in an action-focused, no-panels, all-collaboration format.

    Hosted at the Bangalore Creative Circus, on the 19th, the event promises a blend of hands-on sessions, giving-oriented networking, and the launch of the India Climate Opportunity Map, a resource spotlighting 25 high-potential startup white spaces rooted in real market gaps and founder insights.

    Whether you’re a climate entrepreneur, investor, or simply passionate about sustainable innovation, this episode offers a glimpse into the conversations and collaborations shaping the future of climate tech in India.

    In Conversation

    In-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems.

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    Takeaways from conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems.

  • Building Vimano: 10 takeaways from a conversation with Murari Ramkumar and Nagesh Kini

    Building Vimano: 10 takeaways from a conversation with Murari Ramkumar and Nagesh Kini

    In a recent episode, I spoke with Murari Ramkumar and Dr. Nagesh Kini, founders of Vimano, a deep-tech startup specializing in advanced nanotechnology and materials science. The company focuses on developing ion-conductive membranes that are critical components for energy transition applications, including redox flow batteries, electrolysers for green hydrogen production and proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells.

    In our conversation, Murari and Dr. Nagesh touched upon everything from how a chance meeting led to Vimano years later, the story behind the name of their startup and the various lessons from building a deep tech hardware company out of India. Here are my top 10 takeaways.

    1. Founders’ journey: From Thermax to deep-tech entrepreneurship

    Murari and Dr. Nagesh first met at Thermax, where Murari interned and Nagesh led R&D in emerging energy technologies. Their shared expertise in material science and exposure to energy conversion technologies inspired them to launch Vimano.

    After years in academia and industry, they combined their experiences to address critical challenges in the energy transition, ultimately founding Vimano to develop advanced membrane technologies for clean energy applications.

    2. The genesis and meaning behind the name Vimano

    The name ‘Vimano’ is a blend of three words: ‘Virya’ (energy or intensity in Sanskrit), ‘ma’ from materials, and ‘no’ from nano. This reflects the company’s mission to create sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective materials through nanoscience for energy applications. The founders sought a name that reflected their focus on energy, materials, and nanotechnology.

    3. Proprietary membrane technology at the core

    Vimano’s innovation lies in its proprietary ion-conductive membranes, which are engineered for high performance in electrochemical devices like flow batteries, electrolysers, and fuel cells.

    Their technology taps nanoscale features and custom material formulations. The team has developed specialized methods to scale up production while retaining nanoscale properties, enabling tailored solutions for specific industrial applications.

    4. Real-world applications: Batteries, hydrogen, and satellites

    Vimano’s membranes are targeted at uses including stationary power via flow batteries, hydrogen production and fuel cells, and satellite thermal management that India’s space agency ISRO is testing out as a potential import substitute product.

    Flow batteries enable long-duration energy storage for grids, while hydrogen applications support green fuel generation and cleaner power from hydrocarbons. In satellites, these membranes provide passive thermal management, acting as efficient heat shields to protect sensitive electronics from extreme temperature variations in space.

    5. Overcoming manufacturing challenges through ingenuity

    Operating with limited funding, and bootstrapped for its first five years, Vimano built most of its manufacturing tools in-house, using local vendors and partners.

    The founders’ backgrounds in both academia and industry enabled them to innovate frugally, scaling up from small lab samples to half-meter membranes. This hands-on approach allowed them to control costs, iterate quickly, and develop expertise in scaling nanomaterial-based products for industrial use.

    6. Achieving product-market fit and commercialization milestones

    Vimano is progressing through key commercialization stages, measuring success by technology readiness, manufacturing readiness, and adoption readiness levels. Their membranes are already in pilots at ISRO and are being evaluated by device manufacturers. While some applications are closer to full market adoption, others require further validation. The company’s focus is on demonstrating consistent quality and performance at scale to secure broader industry buy-in and achieve lasting product-market fit.

    7. VC funding and growth trajectory

    The company recently closed a $2.9 million seed round led by Ankur Capital, with additional support from syndicate partners. This funding will enable Vimano to expand manufacturing capacity, support R&D, and pursue pilot projects with industry partners.

    Prior to this, Vimano operated with founder capital, grants, and early-stage investments. The current round provides a runway for 24 months, with the team remaining opportunistic about future fundraising as they scale.

    8. Building a globally relevant supply chain from Bengaluru

    Vimano’s headquarters and core team are based in Bengaluru, with plans to expand both domestically and in the US. While India offers cost advantages and a growing talent pool, the company also seeks to leverage advanced infrastructure and industry networks in the US and Europe.

    Their business model is B2B, supplying device manufacturers and system integrators worldwide, with a strong export orientation due to the concentration of device makers abroad.

    9. Focus on team and infrastructure for the next growth phase

    Currently, Vimano has about 10 full-time and six part-time employees, with a strong emphasis on R&D and application development. The next phase involves building out manufacturing infrastructure, creating controlled environments for consistent production, and strengthening the team with both technical and commercial talent.

    Achieving repeatable, high-quality manufacturing at scale is a top priority for enabling global supply and long-term competitiveness.

    10. Vision: Turning a good product into a great, sticky solution

    The founders are committed to transforming their promising technology into a “great product” that is indispensable to customers, even in legacy sectors with entrenched incumbents. Their goal is to build a globally relevant, resilient supply chain and become a key enabler in the clean energy transition.

    Over the next two years, Vimano aims to consolidate its technological advances, scale production, and deepen customer relationships to secure a lasting foothold in the global energy market.

  • The Climate on Monday: Green Climate Fund’s record mandate, Crosstown’s innovative hydrogen retrofit, and more

    The Climate on Monday: Green Climate Fund’s record mandate, Crosstown’s innovative hydrogen retrofit, and more

    Daily brief on deep tech and climate tech news from India and around the world.

    Illustrative image: wind turbines on moutains. The Green Climate Fund has approved a record amount for new projects.

    Green Climate Fund approves record $1.2 billion for climate projects in developing nations

    The Green Climate Fund has approved a record $1.2 billion for 17 new climate projects, mainly in Asia and Africa, to help vulnerable nations adapt to and mitigate climate change, Reuters reports. The investments include $227 million for green bond markets and $200 million for green finance in India. Reforms will speed up partnerships and project approvals, aiming to reduce accreditation time for local partners from 30 months to nine months.

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    UN development summit endorses innovative taxes and finance tools to boost global climate funding

    At a UN conference in Spain last week, 192 countries adopted the “Sevilla Commitment,” backing new climate finance tools such as taxes on the super-rich, levies on polluting transport, and debt swaps, Climate Home News reports.

    Leaders urged carbon and airline ticket taxes, pre-arranged disaster aid, and easier access to international funds for developing nations. The summit stressed urgent action as climate impacts worsen, with richer countries called to lead on finance and support fair energy transitions worldwide.

    UK launches first onshore wind strategy to double capacity and create 45,000 jobs by 2030

    The UK government has unveiled its first-ever onshore wind strategy, aiming to nearly double capacity to 27–29 GW by 2030 and create up to 45,000 skilled jobs, according to a statement from the UK’s department of energy security and net zero.

    Over 40 measures will accelerate project development, streamline planning, repower aging turbines, and offer community benefits. The plan reverses nearly a decade of stagnation, boosts energy security, and seeks billions in private investment, positioning onshore wind as a cornerstone of Britain’s clean energy future.

    Global EV and battery investment surges, but China’s overcapacity and policy shifts challenge industry

    Global investment in electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries is booming, with China leading in manufacturing and sales due to strong state support and a vast domestic market, according to a recent report from the Rhodium Group.

    Europe is rapidly adopting EVs, relying heavily on imports, especially from China, while the US faces uncertainty as potential policy rollbacks threaten its growing domestic industry. Emerging markets are seeing fast EV adoption, often driven by affordable Chinese models, as the sector reaches a pivotal global transition point.

    Crosstown raises $3.8 million to retrofit Europe’s gas turbines for hydrogen

    Swiss startup Crosstown has secured CHF 3 million ($3.8 million) in seed funding to scale its patented H2R Burner technology, which enables existing gas turbines to run on 100 percent hydrogen or mixed renewable fuels. This innovation allows operators to cut CO₂ emissions by over 300,000 tons per 100MW turbine annually and reduce NOx by up to 80 percent, offering a cost-effective path to decarbonization without replacing current infrastructure.

    New Climate Tech Readiness Index ranks industries on real-world climate technology adoption

    Climate Insider has launched the Climate Technology Readiness Index, assessing how prepared emissions-intensive industries — like oil & gas, chemicals, and power — are to actually adopt and scale climate technologies, the climate tech industry media and market intelligence provider said in a recent post.

    Unlike traditional indices that track climate pledges, this tool measures organizational capabilities, R&D investment, partnerships, and operational deployment. The index aims to bridge the gap between climate tech innovation and real-world implementation, providing critical intelligence for companies navigating urgent regulatory and decarbonization pressures.

    AI-powered robots replace farm hands and herbicides, offering sustainable weeding solutions

    Aigen, a US startup, has developed a solar-powered, AI-driven robot that autonomously removes weeds from fields, addressing labour shortages and herbicide resistance, according to an AFP report that was picked up by the Economic Times.

    The robot, called Element, uses on-board cameras and AI to navigate crops – mimicking how human labourers would perform weeding – and eliminates the need for chemical weed killers. Priced at $50,000, Element aims to save farmers money, protect health, and promote climate-friendly agriculture, with robots already operating in cotton, tomato, and sugar beet fields.

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    In-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems.

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    Takeaways from conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems.

  • The Climate on Monday: Big Tech’s net zero goals unrealistic, researchers say, India in SDG 100 for the first time, and more

    The Climate on Monday: Big Tech’s net zero goals unrealistic, researchers say, India in SDG 100 for the first time, and more

    Daily news on deep tech and climate tech from India and around the world

    An infographic show the 17 Sustainable Development Goals that were articulated at the United Nations in 2015 as an urgent call to action for all countries.

    Tech Giants’ Net Zero Goals May Be Unachievable Amid AI Data Center Boom

    Researchers warn that the net zero pledges of big tech companies such as Microsoft, Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon are increasingly unrealistic as they expand AI and data centers, driving up energy use, according to a report by AFP that was widely syndicated last week.

    For example, Microsoft disclosed a 23 percent increase in greenhouse gas emissions since 2020, driven by rapid expansion of AI and cloud infrastructure, despite significant investments in carbon removals and clean energy, Carbon Pulse reported on May 30.

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    Independent analysis rates the credibility of the big tech companies’ climate strategies as poor, with emissions targets likely unattainable if unchecked energy consumption continues without stronger oversight and regulation, according to the report.

    “The greenhouse gas emissions targets of tech companies appear to have lost their meaning,” Thomas Hay, lead author of a report by think tanks Carbon Market Watch and NewClimate Institute, told AFP.

    Meta finalizes deals for green power for AI data centres

    Meanwhile, Meta has finalized deals that will take it closer to net-zero emissions across its global data centers, according to a Bloomberg report on June 26. Meta signed new clean energy agreements with developer Invenergy to power its operations with renewable energy.

    Clean hydrogen investment at risk in US after tax bill proposal

    A proposed US tax bill threatens to drive clean hydrogen investors out of the country by cutting key incentives, Reuters reports. The move could slow the growth of the clean hydrogen sector, undermining efforts to decarbonize heavy industry and transportation.

    BizClik announces global sustainability awards finalists

    BizClik, a B2B digital media and events company, named the finalists for its Global Sustainability Awards 2025, recognizing measurable progress in ESG, climate tech, and sustainable innovation. The awards ceremony, set for September in London, spotlights global enterprises leading in sustainability, encouraging best practices and transparency in corporate environmental responsibility.

    Global Energy Prize shortlist features 15 scientists from eight countries

    The Global Energy Prize announced its 2025 shortlist, highlighting 15 scientists from eight countries working on sustainable energy solutions. The award promotes innovations addressing global energy challenges, supporting research that drives the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

    Germany’s Climatiq bags €10 million to turn emissions into business metric

    Climatiq, a German climate tech startup, has raised €10 million in funding to develop technology that quantifies and tracks carbon emissions as a core business KPI, Tech Funding News reported. The company’s platform helps businesses to monitor their carbon footprint in real time and integrates emissions metrics into financial and operational decision-making. The investment will fuel further tech development and market expansion.

    Resilience AI assesses climate risk for Indian cities

    Resilience AI, a startup in Bengaluru, is developing a software platform that assesses how risk-prone our buildings and other infrastructure in our cities are to climate hazards like floods and landslides, Your Story reports. The startup’s risk modeling is helping urban planners and policymakers prepare for and mitigate the impact of increasingly frequent extreme weather events.

    India breaks into sustainable development goals index top 100 for the first time

    India has reached a significant milestone in the latest Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index, ranking within the top 100 countries for the first time, The Indian Express reports. This marks a notable improvement from its previous positions of 112th in 2022 and 120th in 2021, reflecting substantial progress in health, education, and environmental sustainability.

    The SDG Index evaluates countries on their commitment and performance toward global development targets. While India’s inclusion is a milestone, it also highlights ongoing challenges in areas like poverty reduction and climate resilience, requiring continued policy focus and innovation to sustain momentum.

    In Conversation

    In-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems

    Insight

    Takeaways from conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and other stakeholders building India’s deep tech and climate tech ecosystems