Basics… Uncapped SAFEs 21 Aug 202321 Aug 2023 I have recently been offered the opportunity to invest in a YC cleantech startup, alas via an unpriced SAFE. Pursuant to my personal investment rules, I don't fund uncapped SAFE…
Climate Change… Transforming Tradition: Entrepreneurship and the Fight Against Food Waste in the Middle East 12 Jul 20239 Jul 2023 A Complex Situation The Middle East is known for its rich culture and traditions, often reflected in its cuisine. However, the region faces a disturbing issue: food waste. The Food…
Exit… Managing portfolio maturity: tips for successful outcomes 3 May 20233 May 2023 Some of the impact startups in my portfolio have reached maturity, i.e., are now offering more liquidity opportunities, while their growth has slowed down. It's a tough spot to be…
impinv… XRG Global – Revolutionizing Global Workplace Training & Development with VR Solutions 19 Apr 2023 I interviewed Natalie Miller, co-founder and COO of XRGGlobal (*), a company that builds virtual, augmented, and mixed-reality solutions that revolutionize learning and development in emerging markets. What prompted you…
Climate Change… FoodTech investment thesis 29 Mar 20235 May 2023 After my previous investment in Procens, a black soldier-fly (BSF) startup located in Argentina, I have recently invested in my second FoodTech company, Softseaweed, a startup offering software and IoT…
Climate Change… Buildings and Climate Change 1 Mar 20238 Jun 2023 According to the United Nations Environment Program, buildings and construction account for 36 percent of global energy consumption and 39 percent of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions annually. Globally, building operations…
impinv… Kibus: robot cooking for pets 27 Jul 202218 Aug 2023 Kibus Petcare (*) is an automated pet food feeder that supplies healthy food. An automatic, convenient device that cooks healthy, natural, and minimally processed dog food. What prompted you to…
Climate Change… Regenerative Agriculture and Carbon Sequestration 12 Jul 202211 Jul 2022 Agriculture and GhG Agriculture generates between 10 and 12% of anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These will probably increase in the coming decades due to the growing demand for food and changes in…