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Join the collective of innovators, investors, and industry partners fueling Arizona's cleantech ecosystem. ?? Learn More: www.azcleantech.com | AZ CleanTech Special thanks to Ahead of Market for the video! ?? Sotiria | Skylar | Jason | Jay | Hunter | Kris #sustainability #cleantech #arizona #azct

Data center sustainability is a huge issue -- whether you're working in corporate sustainability or building new tech. Check out this for some emerging insights!

In case you forgot what the first Monday of the month means…It’s your chance to connect with the growing CleanTech community! This is our first event of the year, and we’re super excited to bring the #AZCT community back together.?Thank you to our supporters Kiln and FedTech! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2Nntxie AZ CleanTech, Kris Saunders Jay Foster, Sotiria Anagnostou, PhD, Hunter Bjork, Jason M., Skylar Lysaker #CleanTech #Sustainability #ClimateTech #CleanEnergy #EnergyStorage #SolarEnergy #CommunitySolar #CarbonCapture #CleanWater #Battery #EV #Hydrogen #Entrepreneurship #VC #ImpactVC

None of us have to look very far to see climate disasters in our backyard, or the backyards of our friends and family. In 2024 alone, NOAA National Ocean Service reported 27 disasters where 568 lives were lost. Even in this uncertain time, there are resources available for local governments, tribes, non-profits, and companies working to make our communities safer and more resilient. We’re excited to partner with Caelum Ventures to launch a curated list of government funding opportunities focused on the intersections of #defense and #resilience. You’ll see everything from wildfire mitigation to infrastructure improvements and industrial energy storage. ?? Check out the list here: https://lnkd.in/gVbU7ePN #ClimateFunding #Resilience #ClimateInnovation #GovernmentFunding #Grants #NationalSecurity #ClimateDisasters #DefenseFunding Kevin Johnson Daniel Titterington Streamline - Win more public funding

Come learn about Corporate Debt in Climate Tech tomorrow at 10AM PT! Our next community event is coming up! Over 90 mins, we'll dive into key considerations on when/how to seek debt financing, the typical process and requirements, and explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of corporate debt. As always, we’ll have plenty of time for audience engagement. We've got nearly 500 ppl signed up so far!! The incredible Hannah Friedman of Mark1/Planeteer Capital will be moderating, and speakers will include: me??? of Enduring Planet, Luc Gerdes of Camber Road, Austin Badger of HSBC Innovation Banking, and Shuo Yang of Lowercarbon Capital! Link to RSVP in the comments. If you're planning on coming, what's a question you want us to cover? We'll add it to the session plan.

?? Less than a week until the next AZ CleanTech Meetup! If you're working in #cleantech in Phoenix (or just curious about the space), this is a must-attend event. Expect great networking, insightful conversations, and a thriving community passionate about climate tech. ?? Over a year ago, we started with a simple idea: bring the CleanTech community together—seek out founders, investors, innovators, and advocates, and create a space to connect, collaborate, and grow. From sharing insights to forging partnerships, this community has become a powerful hub for climate action in Arizona. ?? Join us! Sign up below ?? ?? Huge thanks to our sponsors Kiln and FedTech for supporting this growing movement! #ClimateTech #Networking #Phoenix #AZCleanTech #Sustainability #Startups

?? Announcing: The San Francisco Climate Week 2025 calendar is officially open for event organizers! If you’re planning to host an event, now’s the time to get it listed. With SFCW 2025 just around the corner (April 19-27), this is your chance to bring your climate-focused discussions, workshops, and activations to thousands of innovators, leaders, and changemakers. ?? Submit your event ASAP ensure maximum visibility before the calendar launches to the public! ?? Get started here: https://lnkd.in/gaGkcm-h Looking for advice, tips, and answers to any of your questions? Join Our Event Organizer Info Session! ?? Friday, Feb 18 ?? Online RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gCUf4Rfy What’s New for SFCW 2025? ? Boosted & Featured Events: Increase your event’s visibility with priority placement on the calendar and in the SFCW + Climatebase newsletters (150K+ subscribers) ?? Flagship SFCW Events: The SFCW team is organizing high-profile summits & receptions in collaboration with sponsors. These will be the most widely promoted events during the week. Interested? Let us know here: https://lnkd.in/gqiY2Qpc ?? Online Events: For the first time, SFCW welcomes virtual events, allowing you to engage a broader audience beyond the Bay Area. ?? Attendees, mark your calendars! The event calendar for attendees will go live in March. Other Ways to Get Involved: ?? Join the Speaker Database – Get matched with event organizers looking for experts. ??? Offer a Venue Space – Support the community by hosting an event. Explore all the ways to get involved in our latest newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gwg6k9y2 San Francisco Climate Week is where the climate and sustainability community gathers. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it. Submit your event today! https://lnkd.in/gaGkcm-h #SFClimateWeek #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ClimateTech #SFCW2025 #sustainability #climatejobs #climatebase

?? New Podcast Episode: Building Community in Environmental Careers & Staying Resilient Through Change ?? In this exciting new episode, Nic Frederick and Laura Thorne are joined by?Sotiria Anagnostou, PhD, who shares her journey in the world of?corporate sustainability and?climate change adaptation. ???Key Insights: Community is key: From starting a small meetup group in Arizona to growing it into a network of 200+ sustainability professionals, Sotiria discusses how building a strong support system can propel your career. The value of resilience: Whether it’s staying hydrated on desert hikes or navigating the shifting landscape of?sustainability goals, we talk about?resilience?in both personal and professional contexts. PhD & passion: Sotiria shares her path to earning a?PhD?focused on the?gender dimensions of climate changeand how it informs her work with companies adapting to climate challenges. Opportunities in sustainability: Even as global policies shift, the demand for?sustainability professionalsremains strong. ????And yes, we also have some laughs about her dog, Rocky, and the joys of transitioning from sailing to desert life. ???Don't miss this conversation?– from career advice to navigating the ever-changing world of?climate tech, this episode is packed with insights! ??Give us a listen: https://lnkd.in/eKBBYTj #Sustainability #ClimateAction #CarbonRemoval #CommunityBuilding #CareerAdvice #PhDJourney #ESG #EnvironmentalPolicy #ClimateTech #Podcast #CleanEnergy #Networking #EnvironmentalImpact

Here’s a sneak peak of the latest AZ CleanTech newsletter that will be going out, covering just the #CleanTech #Sustainability #Startup events that you might be interested in... ?? GreenBiz Hike & Coffee Meetup (Feb 12 @ 7 AM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gJaZqnYj ?? ASU InvestU February Pitch Event (Feb 12 @ 4 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gdb6Qk-M ?? Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) Galentine's Day Happy Hour (Feb 13 @ 5:30 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/g3J5Mb6k ???? Phoenix 2025 Climate Action Plan update (Feb 18 @ 6 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gZU9qaS8 ??? Reducing Emissions at the German American Business Mixer (Feb 18 @ 6 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/g7tsftBF ? CleanTech & Sustainability Night at Venture Café (Feb 20 @ 5 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gPNT_znr ?? Corporate Debt in Climate Tech (virtual) (Feb 27 @ 11 AM MST) ?? https://lnkd.in/gJ6MbMSy ?? AZ CleanTech March Meetup (Mar 3 @ 6 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/g2Nntxie ?? Arizona Electric Fleet Day (Mar 12 @ 10 AM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gjR-R4nm ?? Rethinking Water West (Mar 20 @ 9 AM - ASU) ?? https://lnkd.in/gp-W_WcY ? AriSEIA Top Golf Extravaganza (Mar 20 @ 2 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gvMK_mfG ?? CleanTech & Sustainability Night at Venture Café (Mar 20 @ 5 PM) ?? https://lnkd.in/gJ-KMxpK #CleanTech #Sustainability #Climate #Startups #Impact #AZCT

Climate people in New Mexico, want some founder-friendly working capital? We're excited to announce our new partnership with?Mission Driven Finance???to expand our lending capabilities for climate entrepreneurs based in or working in the great state of New Mexico. With support from Mission Driven Finance, Enduring Planet is now able to offer government advance financing of up to $1 million for climate companies that have government grants or contracts—2x our usual cap of $500k for first-time borrowers in all other states (with the possibility of up to $2M on the horizon). We can lend up to 80% of the next 12 months of expected payments under any government grant or contract. If you have a reimbursement or milestone-based grant and need upfront capital before you get paid back, this is for you! DM me or apply via the link in comments below.