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🌍🌱 Nordic-Dutch climate tech scaleup Paebbl turns captured CO2 into permanent carbon-storing materials. In a recent development, the company has scooped $25 million in a Series A funding round. 📈 It was led by a group of tier one financial and strategic investors: DACH-focused VC Capnamic, with participation from additional new investors, including The Climate Pledge Fund – an Amazon impact fund, global construction and materials leader Holcim, and several European industrial family offices including Aurum Impact, the family office of the German concrete and construction company GOLDBECK. Existing Paebbl investors 2050, Pale blue dot and the The Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the Environment all participated in this round. 🤖 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e8Q3kS7h Christian Knott Andreas Saari Jane Walerud #tech #funding #news #VC #sustainability #climatetech #investment #innovation #technology

Origen, a UK-based climate technology company specializing in limestone-based carbon removal, has secured $13M in Series A funding. The round was led by Barclays Climate Ventures, with support from Shell Ventures, Exascale Fund (exa.vc), Elemental Impact, and Hatch. The funding will support Origen's efforts to scale its direct air capture technology, including its groundbreaking partnership with the Energy & Environmental Research Center to capture 1,000 tonnes of CO2 per year in North Dakota. FinSMEs https://lnkd.in/em65wkgV #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

🌟 Carbon Ridge Secures $9.5M to Drive Maritime Decarbonization! 🚢🌱 We're thrilled to share that Carbon Ridge has raised $9.5M to advance its innovative Onboard Carbon Capture & Storage (OCCS) technology! ⚓ Backed by Crosscut Ventures and Western Technology Investment, this funding will help revolutionize emissions reduction for the shipping industry. Carbon Ridge's modular OCCS solution captures CO2 directly onboard, slashing particulate, NOx, and SOx emissions by over 99.9%! 📉 And, with a 75% smaller footprint and 5x cost savings compared to other clean fuels, it’s a game-changer for sustainable shipping. 💧🛳️ Carbon Ridge CEO Chase Dwyer emphasized how onboard carbon capture offers a low-cost, effective path to maritime decarbonization – and this funding pushes the innovation even closer to real-world application. 🚀 #Carbon_Ridge #Bunkering_News #Decarbonization #Carbon_Capture #Maritime_Innovation #Green_Shipping #CO2_Reduction #Bunker_Market #OCCS https://lnkd.in/dV6cEssJ

Carbon Ridge, a top developer in onboard carbon capture technology, has secured $9.5 million in a new funding round, raising its total funding to $15.5 million. This investment will accelerate the commercialization of its innovative carbon capture solutions designed specifically for maritime use. Led by Crosscut Ventures and Western Technology Investment, the round saw support from notable investors, including the The Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the Environment, Berge Bulk, Rusheen Capital Management, LLC , and Plug and Play Ventures. Carbon Ridge's technology is engineered for seamless integration into existing vessel exhaust systems, offering a compact solution to significantly reduce onboard emissions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dXUBQadK #MaritimeSustainability #CleanEnergy #ShippingInnovation #NetZero #OceanTech

Cyclic Materials is thrilled to announce the closing of an oversubscribed USD $53 million Series B equity round, led by ArcTern Ventures and supported by new investors BDC Capital (Canada)'s Climate Tech Fund, Hitachi Ventures, Zero Infinity Partners, Climate Investment (CI), and Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund. Existing investors Fifth Wall, BMW i Ventures, Energy Impact Partners, and Planetary Technologies also participated in the round. The funding rounds the company’s total equity raised to over USD $83.5M and will enable #CyclicMaterials to fast-track its international growth, building #rareearthrecycling infrastructure in the US and Europe, and growing its team to support its world-class operations. “We're energized to partner with the world’s top sustainability-focused infrastructure and corporate investors to scale our technology’s impact,” said Ahmad Ghahreman, CEO and Co-Founder of Cyclic Materials. “This funding underscores the confidence in our ability to create the circular economy for rare earths needed for the clean energy transition. Not only is our technology essential for supporting sustainable domestic production of rare earths, but it will also play a critical role in re-establishing North American and European leadership in the rare earths industry.” Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/e9A9nqhx #RareEarths #REE #CriticalMinerals

🔥 We had a BLAST at the #KPMGCalgary Saddledome Suite for a night of hockey and fun with #cleantech, founders, investors, and ecosystem supporters. ♻️🔋 Our guests are hard at work reducing environmental impact, increasing energy efficiency, promoting sustainability, and investing in our future. 🙏 🚗 Shauna Leblond, Chief Integration Office at Circular Rubber Technologies Inc., specializing in recycling rubber by devulcanizing end-of-life tires without chemicals, and producing high-grade, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective reclaimed rubber. 🧼 Keith Palmer, CFO and Brant McDermott, Director of Sales at       CleanO2 Carbon Capture Technologies, capturing carbon dioxide emissions from commercial heating systems and converting them into pearl ash for use in their soap products. ⛽ Craig Latimer, CEO at Katal Energy Inc., reducing emissions and enhancing diesel engine performance through innovative nano-fuel #technology, integrating seamlessly with existing engines and fuel supplies. 💧 Jacqueline Peterson, Chief Climate Officer and Ken Brown, CFO at Kathairos Solutions, specializing in methane elimination at well sites using a technology that harnesses liquid nitrogen to actuate well site pneumatics. 🌱 Peter Lafontaine, Executive Chairman at Rainforest Energy, producing low-GHG, high-octane gasoline from waste biomass and methane, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. ☀ Apostol Radev, CEO and Jon Sheeran, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at SolarSteam Inc., offering #renewable heat solutions using concentrated solar technology, designed for industrial and institutional applications. 🛢 Theo Zunich, Executive Vice President at Thread Innovations Inc., producing carbon fiber from oil sands bitumen-derived feedstocks that is significantly stronger and stiffer than traditional materials like steel. 🍁 Alexandria Diaz (Mah), Director, Finance Foresight Canada, a Canadian cleantech accelerator that facilitates the identification, validation, and commercialization of cleantech opportunities. 🍃 Michael Hebert, Principal, Venture Capital NGIF Capital, (Natural Gas Innovation Fund) a venture capital firm that provides grant and equity financing to support #cleantechnology innovations within the gaseous energy sector. 💰 Tyler Varga, Vice President at ARC Financial Corp., Canada's largest energy-focused private equity firm, specializing in investments across the energy spectrum while prioritizing sustainable practices. Thank you Reinier Deurwaarder, Chris Marra, and KPMG Canada for hosting and supporting our local cleantech ecosystem. 🤝🙌 #yyctech #yycbusiness #yycbiz #yycstartups #yycinnovation #calgarytech #calgarybusiness #calgaryinnovation #albertatech #albertatech #albertabusiness #albertainnovation #business #innovation #founders #femalefounders #startup #startups #scaleups #prairiestartups #PrairiePower KPMG Canada #KPMGEmergingAndHighGrowthVentures #KPMGHGVCanada #KPMGHighGrowthVentures

SK Capital Partners: Accelerating Leadership in Carbon Storage A Strategic Step Toward Carbon Solutions SK Capital Partners has acquired Milestone Environmental Services from Amberjack Capital Partners, solidifying its position in the carbon capture and storage (CCS) market. This acquisition is more than a business transaction—it’s a commitment to shaping the future of sustainable solutions. Why This Acquisition Matters Milestone brings advanced expertise in CO2 storage, a cornerstone for addressing industrial emissions and supporting global decarbonization efforts. The integration of Milestone’s capabilities allows SK Capital to strengthen its presence in CCS, an industry expected to play a $4 trillion role by 2050. This move aligns with the increasing demand for scalable solutions in carbon storage, driven by net-zero goals across industries. SK Capital’s Vision for CCS Leadership With this acquisition, SK Capital is positioned to offer comprehensive services in the CCS value chain, from capture to long-term storage. The company’s focus on innovation and sustainability complements Milestone’s operational excellence, creating a powerful synergy for advancing climate solutions. By leveraging Milestone’s existing infrastructure, SK Capital accelerates its ability to serve hard-to-abate sectors like energy, cement, and steel. Opportunities for Investors and Innovators The CCS market is projected to grow exponentially, offering lucrative opportunities for investors focused on sustainable ventures. For startups and innovators, SK Capital’s expanding footprint provides a robust platform for collaboration in advancing CCS technologies. This acquisition highlights the growing role of private capital in driving climate innovation and bridging the gap to net-zero. SK Capital’s acquisition of Milestone Environmental Services is a testament to how strategic investments can transform industries and tackle the climate challenge. Together, they’re shaping a greener, more sustainable future. #CarbonCapture #CCUS #NetZeroGreenBharat #CarbonHydrogenX #EnergyTransition #SustainabilityLeadership #GreenTech #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #CarbonStorage #IndustrialDecarbonization #FutureOfEnergy

MGA Thermal has added climate tech fund Electrifi Ventures and Climate Salad to its cap table with another top up of the clean energy startup’s pre-Series B, taking the total raised to $14.15 million.

In M&A between large companies and disruptive startups, rarely do we see the acquirers successfully execute the vision of the visionaries (Nick Stork Richard Walton Brian McCarthy). Not the case here! Congrats to Starlee Sykes and the bp team for delivering as promised. Fun fact, and why Archaea’s business model is good for the planet and for shareholders: capturing emissions from every US landfill and converting into RNG will do more to reduce emissions than electrifying every passenger vehicle in the US (!!!). https://lnkd.in/gVWVGF-i

MIE Members including the McKnight Foundation and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund were recently highlighted for their investment in Blue Bear Capital’s sustainability initiatives. Blue Bear Capital has secured $160 million for its third fund, aimed at supporting startups utilizing AI to transform the climate, energy, and industrial sectors. The fund will back approximately 20 companies, focusing on software-driven innovations to enhance efficiency and sustainability in clean energy infrastructure, climate adaptation, and industrial automation.