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Pitch Me: Real Advice from Climate Founders & Investors

The Green Techpreneur • 8 implied HN points • 25 Jul 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate tech Sustainability Investment Fundraising
  1. Investors care more about the team and the business plan than just the technology. It's better to show how your product helps customers and to tell a clear story.
  2. Avoid overloading your pitch with too much technical detail. Keep it simple and focus on how you will make money and solve problems for customers.
  3. Raising money for climate startups can be tough and emotional. It's important to build relationships with investors early and to lean on your team for support.

Slip Sliding Away

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 99 implied HN points • 13 Jan 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Geology Weather Climate change Urban planning
  1. Seattle is known for landslides, especially after heavy rain. Homes can shift significantly when the ground becomes saturated.
  2. The city's geology plays a big role in these landslides, with layers of clay and sediment making it easy for the ground to slip.
  3. Efforts have been made throughout history to manage water and prevent landslides, but many areas still face challenges due to the unstable ground.

How Climate Change links Pongola, Peru, Pacific Ocean with Massive Bird Carcases

Adetokunbo Sees • 104 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Birds Environmental Impact
  1. Bird die-offs in various parts of the world are linked to climate change and rising temperatures.
  2. Climate change is fueling events like El Nino, causing significant impacts on bird populations.
  3. Addressing bird die-offs requires changes in policies, individual actions, and a shift away from fossil fuel usage.

Hope is a Baby Orca

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 99 implied HN points • 24 Nov 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation Species Ecology Sustainability Community
  1. Baby orcas bring hope after a time of sadness. The story of a mother orca named Tahlequah, who mourned her lost calf, reminds us that new life can inspire hope.
  2. People are starting to care more about sustainability and the natural world. There’s a shift towards protecting the environment, which is helping to restore ecosystems like Puget Sound.
  3. Every action, no matter how small, can make a difference. Believing that what we do matters can empower us to take steps toward a better future.
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Air pollution: Hidden in plain sight is ignored by political leaders due to short-sightedness and lack of vision

The Climate Historian • 19 implied HN points • 23 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Air Pollution Climate change Political Response Public Health Environmental Policy
  1. Political leaders are often short-sighted and ignore serious issues like air pollution for immediate gains. This can be dangerous for future generations.
  2. Reducing short-lived climate pollutants can help the environment and improve public health. It's an important step to tackle climate change.
  3. The Green Party in England supports policies like the ULEZ expansion, showing commitment to addressing air pollution and its harmful effects.

Interview with Prof. William Happer – Climate Scare Is Based on Lies

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 27 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Science Environmental Policy Carbon Emissions Climate change Greenhouse Gases
  1. Prof. Happer believes that the idea of a climate crisis is based on false information and exaggeration about carbon dioxide's impact. He argues that the Earth's climate naturally changes and human influence shouldn't be overstated.
  2. He points out that the push for climate alarmism began in the 1990s, led by politicians who were rallying for stricter climate policies. He thinks that many scientists have adjusted their views to fit political agendas over time.
  3. Happer emphasizes that it's important to understand the role of carbon dioxide and the implications of climate policies, suggesting they can have significant economic costs. He believes discussions around climate change should be based on solid evidence and facts.

Our Great Opportunity

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 17 implied HN points • 21 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Ecology Sustainability Societal Change Spirituality Technology
  1. Destruction can help us see a clearer path towards fixing our problems and taking better care of our planet. Sometimes, leaving behind old ideas and systems can lead to new and better ways of doing things.
  2. Moving towards a regenerative society needs big changes in how we think and how we do things together. Everyone needs to join in to create a powerful global effort that focuses on caring for the Earth.
  3. The current crisis isn't just about technology or politics; it's a deeper issue that involves our values and beliefs. We need to change the way we understand ourselves and our connection to nature to find real solutions.

We need a new ecology of thought

storyvoyager • 6 implied HN points • 28 Jul 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Ecology Climate change Conservation Sustainability Biodiversity
  1. We are deeply connected to nature and must remember this bond to protect our planet. Understanding where we come from can help us appreciate and take care of our environment.
  2. Modern society often sees itself as separate from nature, which contributes to environmental harm. We need to change how we view our relationship with the Earth to make better choices.
  3. Every action we take affects the planet in some way. We must respect resources and think more about how our daily lives impact the natural world.

Buildings as Power Plants

Equal Ventures • 19 implied HN points • 03 Dec 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Energy transition Decentralization Sustainability
  1. The virtual power plant (VPP) opportunity exists in sub-scale, BTM assets.
  2. Storage is the keystone of the energy transition. With storage, you are the market maker, unlike solar, where you're the price taker.
  3. Higher volatility strengthens the business case for storage and VPPs. As the grid becomes more volatile, buildings will turn to decentralized energy sources. Combining storage and VPPs enables buildings to operate as power producers.

Prescribed Burns and Minimizing Forest Fires

An Interpersonal Journal • 19 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Wildfires Climate change
  1. The adoption of the '10 a.m.' policy in the United States to extinguish fires exacerbated forest fire conditions over several decades, leading to large-scale wildfires due to accumulated dead vegetation and undergrowth.
  2. Prescribed burns are a crucial technique to maintain woodland ecosystems and prevent catastrophic wildfires. Countries like Australia have successfully reintroduced these controlled burns to reduce fire risks.
  3. There is a need for national legislation and interagency support in the United States to promote prescribed burns and effectively minimize the increasing threat of forest fires, especially in the face of climate change.

Surviving the unexpected

storyvoyager • 6 implied HN points • 11 Jul 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Natural Disasters Environmental Policy Sustainability Community Resilience
  1. Climate change is causing unpredictable and extreme weather events, like sudden storms and heatwaves. These events can be very damaging and might happen more often in the future.
  2. Many communities are struggling to deal with the aftermath of these disasters, and rebuilding can take a long time. People need to be patient and help each other during these tough times.
  3. Human activities, like cutting down trees, are making the effects of climate change worse. It's important for everyone to recognize their role and work together to find solutions for a better future.

What’s the beef? Diet as a climate solution

WeBeGreen • 19 implied HN points • 17 Oct 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Deforestation Water Benefits
  1. Animal agriculture is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water consumption, making a shift to plant-based diets crucial for reducing environmental impact.
  2. Livestock farming for meat production leads to deforestation, habitat loss, and biodiversity decline, emphasizing the importance of considering the environmental impact of food choices.
  3. Factory farming practices in animal agriculture not only harm animal welfare but also contribute to antibiotic resistance, disease risks, and chronic human health issues, highlighting the need for a transition to more sustainable and plant-based food systems.

Would you pay up for climate pledges?

Klement on Investing • 1 implied HN point • 08 Dec 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Consumer behavior Greenwashing Sustainability Marketing
  1. Shoppers are willing to pay a noticeable premium for products with a climate pledge—about $7 more on a $25 gift card (roughly 30%).
  2. Explaining pledges with bullet points or a traffic‑light label makes people look at them more, but many still don’t understand differences like carbon neutral versus net zero.
  3. Because consumers are largely uninformed and show no higher willingness to pay for net zero versus carbon neutral, firms can capture the premium with weaker pledges, creating room for greenwashing.

Stranded Assets & Our Climate Future

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 60 implied HN points • 19 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Fossil fuels Activism
  1. The stranded assets problem in the fossil fuel industry involves financial, political, and environmental challenges.
  2. There is a need for a more radical climate movement to address the inaction of the fossil fuel industry and financial institutions.
  3. Political means may not be sufficient to force the necessary changes, so alternate strategies must be considered.

The Subscription Economy Comes For Your Shoes

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 13 Sep 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Circular Economy Sustainable Fashion Emissions Reduction Waste Management Climate justice
  1. The Cloudneo sneakers by 'On' offer a subscription service where customers return old shoes to get new ones, promoting sustainability.
  2. On's model focuses on minimizing waste by using less energy, renting shoes, and recycling old ones, revealing a shift towards environment-friendly practices in fashion.
  3. Supply chain efficiency and compulsory recycling in the Cyclon program play key roles in reducing waste and emissions, showing a step towards sustainable solutions in the consumer culture.

What does a Trump presidency mean for climate tech startups?

The Green Techpreneur • 16 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Policy Innovation Investment Sustainability Technology
  1. A Trump presidency could hurt climate tech by reversing regulations and funding, making it harder for startups to thrive. This includes potential cuts to clean energy investments and support.
  2. Despite a challenging political environment, many companies will likely continue pushing for sustainable practices because they've already invested in them. The demand for clean technologies is still strong.
  3. Startups should focus on developing solutions that don't rely on government incentives to be successful. Securing private investment and showing clear results will be key for survival in uncertain times.

A Crisis of Red Roses

Tessa Fights Robots • 35 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Impact Sustainability Consumerism
  1. The quality of fresh produce and flowers, especially red roses, has drastically decreased since 2020, raising questions about the impact of various factors like supply chain interruptions, climate change, and transportation methods.
  2. Imported cut flowers, like red roses, have a significant carbon footprint due to their long, emissions-intensive journey involving climate-controlled greenhouses, refrigerated trucks, and air travel.
  3. The post highlights concerns about consumerism, manipulation, and coercion in business models, emphasizing the importance of waking up to the lies and manipulation around us.

Of Acorns and Oaks and Ants

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 59 implied HN points • 14 Oct 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Ecology Botany Wildlife Conservation Naturalism
  1. Acorns are a great food source for many animals and even humans. They're high in carbs, protein, and fat, making them a nutritious option.
  2. Some ants live inside acorns, using them as homes after other creatures have left. They clean out the empty acorns and set up their colonies there.
  3. Oaks are important trees that have been part of human culture for a long time. They provide beauty with their fall colors and have fascinating connections to history and nature.

From Vicious to Virtuous Cycle

Creative Destruction • 32 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Activism Sustainability Worldview Addiction Vision
  1. Acknowledging the need for help and motivation are crucial in starting the rehabilitation process for humanity's addiction
  2. Current activist movements may need to shift focus from guilt and fear to understanding and addressing the deep-seated needs driving destructive behaviors
  3. Presenting enjoyable visions of a future that genuinely satisfies these deep-seated needs can motivate and guide people towards a virtuous cycle of healing and positive change

Science as a religion: how science harms the effort to save the planet

Technology, Environment, and Art • 3 HN points • 16 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Science Climate change Consumerism Global Economy Environmental Activism
  1. Science is not a religion to be universally believed in, as there are skeptics, particularly among populists.
  2. Science's near-religious belief as a problem-solving tool for climate issues might fuel skepticism due to the focus on consumerism and capitalism.
  3. Addressing climate change requires moving away from blindly trusting science and taking more drastic actions like dismantling consumerism.

The cost of CBAM

Klement on Investing • 1 implied HN point • 24 Nov 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Carbon Pricing Trade policy International Trade Economic Impact
  1. CBAM will raise EU import and export prices only very slightly on average, so it is unlikely to drive broad inflation or meaningfully cut business profits.
  2. The price impact is highly uneven across countries and products: some imports like cement from dirty producers can become many tens of percent more expensive, while most goods see negligible increases.
  3. Those targeted price increases make polluting imports less competitive and incentivise cleaner production or sourcing, pushing exporters to upgrade their methods to stay in the EU market.

What are we waiting for?

WeBeGreen • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jul 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Environmental Policy Plastic Pollution Sustainability Climate change
  1. The environmental and climate challenge is not just technical - it's also political and economical, with the need for drastic global climate efforts.
  2. Research presents roadmaps for achieving 100% renewable energy globally, which would require less land than currently used for power generation.
  3. There is a need to shift towards renewable energy, democratize energy production, and hold industries accountable for their environmental impact.

Laundry Days | Methane and Hydroxyl Radicals

WeBeGreen • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jul 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Atmosphere Environmental Impact Global Warming Green Technology
  1. Increased methane presence in the atmosphere due to a slowdown in anthropogenic activities raises concerns about global warming and positive feedback loops.
  2. Hydroxyl radicals (OH) play a crucial role in neutralizing harmful gases and pollutants in the atmosphere, acting like nature's powerful cleaning agent.
  3. Studying the production and recycling of OH in the atmosphere could potentially lead to new global warming mitigation technologies.

Pitch Me: Investors react to Trump's election win

The Green Techpreneur • 12 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Policy Tech investment Sustainability Market Trends
  1. Trump's return to the White House could mean less government support for climate tech, which might scare some investors away. Many worry this will hurt the growth of clean technologies.
  2. Private companies may step up to fill the funding gaps left by government cuts. Startups that have strong business models and scalable solutions could attract more venture capital.
  3. In other parts of the world, especially Europe, investment in climate tech is still growing. Countries there are pushing hard for cleaner technology, providing a bright spot amidst uncertainties in the U.S.

The Climate Death Cult's Mask is Slipping

The Corbett Report • 26 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Impact Propaganda Eugenics
  1. A scientific study claimed that human breathing contributes to climate change by emitting methane and nitrous oxide. However, the study's conclusions are statistically questionable and heavily biased.
  2. The study raises concerns about the underlying agenda behind such research, hinting at a dark narrative that demonizes human existence and suggests population control as a solution.
  3. The propaganda surrounding climate change, such as 'climate anxiety,' is being used to manipulate people into believing that human life itself is the problem. It is vital to recognize the sacredness of life and resist such destructive ideologies.

Is buying British clothes enough?

The ZIPster • 44 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Sustainable Fashion Environmental Impact Carbon Emissions
  1. Buying British clothes can be a step towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions in the fashion industry.
  2. To truly make a difference, consider reducing the amount of new clothes bought and shop second-hand more often.
  3. Supporting ethical and sustainable clothing brands, whether British or not, can have a positive impact on the environment.

Little Red Fish of Lake Sammamish

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 39 implied HN points • 16 Dec 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Wildlife Conservation Ecosystems Sustainability Biodiversity
  1. Kokanee salmon, also known as little red fish, have returned to Lake Sammamish after facing serious population declines. It's exciting to see them swimming up streams where they have been going for thousands of years.
  2. Their comeback is thanks to local efforts to restore their habitat and educate the community. People have worked hard on projects like removing barriers for fish passage and building small hatcheries.
  3. A recent discovery shows that there may still be native kokanee salmon in Lake Washington, which scientists thought were gone. This opens up new possibilities for their conservation and health.

Bicycle cheer

The ZIPster • 26 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation Renewable Energy Community Initiatives Sustainability Green Technology
  1. Brazil's former president Bolsonaro has created a negative impact but has since left, possibly allowing for positive changes in the country.
  2. Positive initiatives around the world include electric car adoption in Norway, book bans in Texas countered by a banned book section in El Paso libraries, and reforestation through drone technology in Canadian forests.
  3. Various efforts worldwide promote bicycle culture, from creative storage solutions in Amsterdam to bike refurbishing programs in the UK benefiting refugees and prisoners.

Of Leaves and Drains

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 39 implied HN points • 21 Oct 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Environmental Issues Nature Conservation Urban Ecology Biodiversity
  1. Autumn brings beautiful colors, which show the changing leaves and a hidden world of nests. It’s like nature’s surprise when the trees lose their leaves.
  2. Leaf blowers are noisy and create confusion about where to put leaves. Instead, using a rake is a better way to clean up and be nice to neighbors.
  3. You can help keep drains clean by adopting a drain in your area. It's a fun way to reduce litter and can even be a community project.