Rooted in Change

What if comfort could be climate-friendly? This is the question that Florina Mînzat posed. And she found an answer. As the founder of EcothermiQ, a company bringing passive, low-carbon thermal comfort into our homes, she works to launch smart, easy-to-integrate solutions. EcothermiQ makes it possible to feel good indoors while reducing emissions. Flo also shares the unconventional path that led her to launch a climate tech startup—an unconventional path by her own accord. This is for you if you're looking for inspiration and hope during these turbulent times.

What if new materials power the energy transition? In this episode, we explore the cutting edge of chemical energy storage with breakthrough materials that make storing and releasing energy more efficient, scalable, and sustainable. Maryam dives into her personal journey of becoming a founder and continuously striving for excellence. She shares the science behind Planck, their customers, and how a niche position helps them to provide a lot of value.

What if we could unearth natural hydrogen? In this episode, Emmanuel from Mantle8 shares how they are pioneering the search for the Earth’s naturally occurring hydrogen reservoirs. As a new generation of geologists, Mantle8 uses bottom-up exploration and decades of expertise to unlock this untapped energy source. We discuss the science behind natural hydrogen and why it matters, how Mantle8’s approach differs from traditional approaches and what their secret sauce is. Natural hydrogen is one of the hottest topics in the climate tech industry right now, so this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

What if designing district heating networks became simple? In this episode, I sit down with Stefano, founder and CEO of Planeto, to explore how their technology transforms how energy planners develop district heating and cooling systems. Those networks are crucial for the energy transition, yet often overlooked. Planeto makes creating efficient, future-proof networks that accelerate the energy transition easier. Stefano shares the inspiration behind the company, the challenges of scaling such a solution, and why district energy is a crucial piece of the clean energy puzzle. Tune in to learn how digital tools can unlock the future of urban heating...