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Innovating in climate change: Approaches to financing cutting-edge technologies the world desperately needs

Global warming is on track to surpass the 2°C barrier, necessitating the urgent deployment of climate technologies to avert catastrophic consequences. These technologies, currently in early stages with long development cycles, require substantial support to reach maturity. Conventional financing often falls short in supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs who are committed to impact. How can we most effectively accelerate the development and widespread adoption of these crucial climate solutions?

Speakers

Dr Christoph Gebald

Dr Christoph Gebald

Co-Founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer, Climeworks

Dr Laura-Marie Töpfer

Dr Laura-Marie Töpfer

Chief Sustainability Officer, Area Leader Western Europe, Microsoft

Ravi Menon

Ravi Menon

Ambassador for Climate Action and Senior Adviser to the National Climate Change Secretariat, Singapore

Moderator

Pauline Wray

Pauline Wray

Chief Strategy Officer, Gprnt