The New Season of Leaders in Cleantech is Here!

After a much-needed summer break, I'm thrilled to announce that Leaders in Cleantech is back with a brand-new season! For those unfamiliar, this podcast has been a personal passion project for over four years, and I’ve had the privilege of speaking to some of the most inspiring CEOs and industry leaders in cleantech. Now, with 148 episodes under our belt, I'm excited to dive into the next chapter and continue the conversations that matter most in the clean energy space.

Here’s why this season is going to be bigger and better than ever.

What’s the Premise of Leaders in Cleantech?

In each bi-monthly episode, I sit down with cleantech CEOs, innovators, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of clean energy, emobility, energy storage, renewables, and smartcities. The discussions are candid, diving deep into the trials and tribulations these leaders face, from scaling their companies to navigating complex markets, and from raising capital to building high-performance cultures.

We talk about successes, failures, and what lies ahead for the industry. What makes Leaders in Cleantech unique is the openness of my guests. We don’t just talk about the wins, we explore the tough moments, the mistakes, and the lessons learned along the way.

Why Should You Tune In?

If you're in cleantech, or you're simply curious about the future of clean energy and sustainable innovation, Leaders in Cleantech offers a front-row seat to the journey of building a cleantech company from the ground up. The insights from my guests—many of whom have gone on to raise significant investments, sell or exit their companies, or sadly fail—paint a real, nuanced picture of the industry.

This season, we’ll continue to explore some key themes:

• Innovation in Clean Technologies: Learn about the cutting-edge tech that’s transforming how we power the world.
• Scaling Cleantech Companies: We’ll dive deep into how to scale sustainably while managing growth pains.
• Raising Capital: Tips and advice on navigating the complexities of VC funding and private equity in the cleantech space.
• Building High-Performance Cultures: Because it’s not just about tech—it’s about people. We’ll explore how to build and maintain strong, mission-driven teams.
• Failures & Successes: The cleantech world is a tough one. We’ll get into the nitty-gritty of what went wrong for some and what others did right.

Our Global Reach

It’s humbling to see Leaders in Cleantech ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally, according to Listenotes.com . This ranking is a testament to the incredible guests we’ve had and the insightful conversations we’ve shared. Each guest brings a unique perspective, and many have gone on to achieve remarkable things—raising investments, scaling rapidly, or exiting their companies. But I’ve also spoken with leaders who have faced failure—a reality in the start-up and scale-up world.

What to Expect This Season

This season, we’re digging even deeper. Expect more high-calibre guests from across the cleantech ecosystem, from e-mobility pioneers to renewable energy disruptors. We’ll explore not only their current successes but also their future predictions for the industry. What does the next decade look like for cleantech? How can companies navigate an ever-changing regulatory landscape? And what role will emerging technologies like AI and blockchain play in clean energy?

I’m also excited to introduce more conversations about the people side of cleantech—how to retain talent, foster diversity, and create companies that people truly want to work for. Because at the end of the day, innovation is only as strong as the people behind it.

Join the Conversation

I’d love to hear from you—whether you're a long-time listener or just discovering the podcast. What topics are you most interested in? Which guests do you want to see featured? Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments or drop me a DM.

Let’s continue to explore, innovate, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in cleantech.

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David