Why we have to rethink climate tech investment for long-term impact
14 apr. 2025
10:15
The climate crisis is not just an environmental challenge – it is an economic and political one that demands systemic transformation.
Bold, systemic solutions are needed, yet many climate tech innovators struggle to secure funding under a system that prioritises rapid financial returns over long-term impact.
This has to change, argues Dr Emre Eren Korkmaz from the University of Oxford in a guest column for Impact Loop.
Bold, systemic solutions are needed, yet many climate tech innovators struggle to secure funding under a system that prioritises rapid financial returns over long-term impact.
This has to change, argues Dr Emre Eren Korkmaz from the University of Oxford in a guest column for Impact Loop.
The VC-driven approach to climate tech mirrors the broader startup ecosystem: rapid scaling, aggressive fundraising cycles, and a focus on exits. Yet, the unique nature of climate tech makes this model particularly problematic.
Unlike software startups that can achieve product-market fit quickly, climate tech requires long development cycles, regulatory approvals, and significant infrastructure investment.