Preparing For Venture - What Climate Tech Investors Look For

What are climate tech investors actually looking for right now? While climate tech captured over $40 billion in global funding in 2025, investor expectations have shifted decisively from "climate moralism" to "climate realism".  Founders must often demonstrate commercial traction, bankable economics, and proof of committed buyers. Join us at Raleigh-Durham Climate Week to learn how to position your company for growth. We will discuss: The biggest misconceptions founders make when approaching venture capital. What VC's evaluate across team, market, and moats beyond the core technology. Standout lessons from North Carolina’s rapidly growing climate tech ecosystem. Whether you are preparing for your first raise or scaling into your next round, don't miss this opportunity to learn insider tips, discuss trends in climate tech investing, and specific strengths of the North Carolina startup ecosystem.