Summary
The article discusses a virtual workshop led by Megan Fraser and Lucia Schweigert, aimed at helping climate tech founders improve how they communicate with investors. The workshop emphasized the importance of demonstrating strong leadership and the ability to convey clear, intentional signals to those interested in investing. Climate tech investors are cautious due to economic and political challenges, as investment levels have been decreasing.
Key Facts
- Megan Fraser and Lucia Schweigert led a workshop for climate tech founders about improving communication with investors.
- The focus was on combining leadership skills with pitching techniques to secure funding.
- Global climate tech investment fell by 19% in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024.
- Venture capital funding in climate tech decreased from $75.6 billion in 2021 to $39.1 billion in 2024.
- The workshop was part of Climate Week NYC and aimed at preparing founders to better interact with investors.
- Participants learned to focus on investor priorities and to demonstrate their leadership qualities intentionally.
- Real-world challenges and discussion involved the difficulty of achieving clarity in communication with investors.
