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EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 22 MIN

From Idea to Impact: How Climate Tech Startups Scale and Survive

from Energy Matters with Claire and Dan · host Claire Broido Johnson and Dan Kammen

In part two of Energy Matters' series on what works—and what doesn't—in climate tech, Claire and Dan dig into how startups move from promising ideas to scalable, sustainable businesses. They explore the building blocks of success: operational excellence, smart capital strategy, competitive awareness, and proactive engagement with regulators and utilities. Through candid insights and real-world examples, Claire and Dan reveal how founders can avoid common pitfalls, adapt to shifting markets, and build the resilience needed to make meaningful change in the energy transition.

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