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Panel: Rethinking Climate Finance – A Purpose-Suited Approach
Panelists:
- Daniel Barker (President & CEO, Halcyon)
- Kelly Bryan (Director, US Ventures, Village Capital)
- Erin Davis (COO & Co-Founder, Enduring Planet)
- Jay Lurie (Head of Commercial Finance and Capital Markets, Odyssey Energy Solutions)
- Additional speakers TBA
Summary:
Traditional investment models often fall short in supporting climate innovators, particularly those in underserved and low-income communities. This panel will introduce purpose-suited capital, a philosophy that tailors investment structures, whether debt, equity, or alternative models, to meet the specific needs of climate-focused startups. Given the longer development timelines for many climate innovations, this approach also emphasizes the need for more patient capital to allow these solutions to scale effectively.
Key Discussion Points:
- How purpose-suited capital expands access to funding for diverse climate entrepreneurs.
- Examples of innovative finance that align investment terms with the realities of climate innovation.
- Why climate solutions require more patient capital and how investors can rethink traditional VC models to support them.
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of DC Climate Week.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT- Tags
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Confidently Sustainable: Driving Business Value With UPS, Ford, Tate & Lyle and Bayer
In the build-up to Responsible Business USA 2025 we’re showcasing our incredible speaker line up with this exclusive 1-hour webinar.
You’ll hear directly from sustainability leaders at UPS, Ford, Tate & Lyle, and Bayer, as they highlight their strategies, challenges, successes, and lessons learned through quick-fire case-studies.
This webinar will provide:
1. Real-world Insights and Strategies:
Each speaker will share a case-study including the actionable strategies and solutions that have driven success in their organizations.
2. Diverse Industry Perspectives:
Explore how UPS, Ford, Tate & Lyle, and Bayer are navigating sustainability, providing you with a well-rounded perspective on potential approaches for your business.
3. Actionable Steps for Implementation:
Each panelist will provide at least one actionable next step that you can immediately apply to drive sustainable change in your organization..
4. ROI & Business Value Metrics:
Discover how these industry leaders quantify sustainability initiatives’ impact on business performance, including cost savings, risk mitigation, and new market opportunities—with data-backed evidence of success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights from sustainability leaders at UPS, Ford, Tate & Lyle, and Bayer as they prepare for Reuters Events: Responsible Business USA in June.
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