Join us for a panel discussion exploring how founders and organisations can position themselves to attract investment in the clean energy and climate space.
With increasing focus on energy security, decarbonisation and the transition to Net Zero, investors are actively seeking solutions but understanding what they are looking for and how to frame your proposition is critical.
Our panel discussion will unpack:
How to frame investment opportunities within the context of energy security and Net Zero
What investors are looking for in energy and climate ventures
The difference between grant funding and equity investment
Where the big opportunities in the energy transition are emerging
Practical insights on raising capital in the current investment landscape
Meet the expert panel:
Daniel Sawko, Co-Founder, Shipshape VC
Daniel Sawko is the Co-Founder and CEO of shipshape.vc, a free investment search engine that democratises how founders raise capital. Drawing on a robust background in financial services management consulting and leadership roles within the fintech sector, Daniel brings institutional knowledge to the venture capital space. Today, shipshape.vc maps a global database of over 29,000 funds, allowing entrepreneurs to bypass hundreds of hours of research to instantly identify aligned investors.
Brent Cloete, Director, Connect Economics
Brent Cloete is an economist with 16 years of experience, specialising in economic development and climate change across Africa. He has a deep understanding of the complexities involved in the Net Zero transition and regularly engages with companies, policymakers, donors, multilateral organisations, and civil society. His expertise encompasses identifying, managing, and disclosing climate-related risks and opportunities, as well as evaluating mitigation options and the enablers and barriers to low-carbon investment. Brent currently serves as Director at Connect Economics in Edinburgh, where he collaborates with diverse stakeholders to facilitate a just and sustainable low-carbon economy.
Matt Browning, Investment Manager, The FSE Group
Matt is an Investment Manager with proven experience in public policy and private investments, including 10 years of investing in creative industries. He has overseen a series of early-stage equity funds, all of which have shown consistent growth and strong performance.
Currently, Matt works at The FSE Group, where he leads the delivery of the South West Investment Fund, providing equity funding to support early-stage businesses, with ticket sizes between £250k and £5m.
Who should attend?
Energy and climate tech start-ups
Founders seeking investment
Businesses developing low-carbon solutions
Investors and ecosystem partners
Anyone interested in funding opportunities in the energy transition