On the third episode of Funding a Better Future: Expert Insights from ClimateTech Investors, I spoke to Arjun Jairaj, Investor at A/O Proptech.
A/O Proptech is Europe's largest VC Firm focused on the built world. They back mission-driven entrepreneurs who are focused on decarbonising the built environment and accelerating sustainable living🏡
Timestamps:
0.20: About Funding a Better Future and Above and Beyond Recruitment
1:04: Cherry’s introduction to Arjun Jairaj and A/O PropTech
1:55: Arjun delves a bit deeper into A/O Proptech and their approach to decarbonisation
2:11: The built environment, design and energy use
3:00: How can we use technology to optimise the sector?
3:57: What is your opinion of the funding landscape for this year?
5:08: Is ClimateTech defying the odds when it comes to funding?
6:35: What are you most excited about in the ClimateTech space this year?
7:15: Tackling a range of parts of the supply chain: Water, waste management and circular business models
7:52: Energy transition and retrofit
11:45: What stages do A/O PropTech invest in?
12:35: What advice would you give to Founders looking to rise this year?
14:24: Recent layoffs in technology
15:15: When you’re considering investing in a company, what are the specific things that you look for?
18:13: The best way to get in touch with A/O PropTech
18:45: Cherry’s conclusion
Video versions of these episodes are available here.
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