2023 was a rough year forclimate tech.
It wasnt all doom and gloom, however.
We expect these trends to continue as we enter into the new year.
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We believe there are more intriguing challenges to tackle in the physical realm, says the investor.
They alsorequire vast amounts of waterfor cooling.
From 2027, the requirement will be 100%.
Companies will be challenged to prove concrete ESG progress, not just noble intentions.
This will separate leaders truly driving change from those simply capitalising on the hype.
Watch out corporate Europe greenwashing will no longer be enough.
For instance, Irish startupSilicatethrows crushed waste concrete on farmland.
Think floods, droughts, storms, and wildfires.
Perceptions are changing, says Taco Engelaar, managing director for Europe at energy infrastructure firm Neara.
Battling climate change will require the swift scaling of both mitigation and adaptation measures.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
