Can Venture Capital Save the Planet? A discussion with Planet A's Jessica Burley

The NatureBacked Podcast - A podcast by Tarmo Virki - Mondays

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In this episode of NatureBacked, we sit down with Jessica Burley from Planet A Ventures, a European VC fund with €160 million in dedicated capital, pursuing a science-first approach to impact investing. Planet A is rewriting the playbook by giving its in-house science team veto power on investment decisions, ensuring every portfolio company addresses the world's critical planetary boundaries—not just carbon. Join us as we explore: The rigorous lifecycle assessments that separate true impact from greenwashing. Why cost parity is the key to mass adoption of green tech. The unique challenges and massive potential of investing in hardware startups. Tune in to discover how Planet A is proving that commercial success and environmental regeneration can - and must - go hand in hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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