Thank you.
it’s the last day of the year: a good time to wrap up on a fantastic 2023 and prepare for an even more exciting 2024 as we venture and adventure to decarbonise the Consumer and Retail Sector accelerating the transition to a Circular Economy (or as we say “to spin the world”).
The excitement is real.
We find ourselves in an incredibly exciting time where the momentum from Climate Activism has seamlessly transitioned into concrete Climate Actions. The heightened awareness of climate challenges and the escalating demand for sustainable solutions have fueled the rapid emergence of innovative players. In Europe alone, Climate Tech investments have surged tenfold in the last five years, producing a remarkable 27 unicorns—double the growth of Fintech. Anticipating new legislations from January 2024, we project a sustained double-digit sector growth over the next six years. The Global Commission on the Economy and Climate concluded that transitioning to a low-carbon, sustainable growth path could deliver a direct economic windfall of $26 trillion and create over 65 million new jobs by 2030 .
Do good + Do well.
A recent revelation at the most exciting Barclays event in London by the Unreasonable CEO (387 companies headquartered in 53 countries, mitigating 91,691,413 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions and impacting the lives of more than 1,434,396,802 people) showcased a surprising trend. Impact-driven businesses (innovative tangible, positive, measurable and profitable solutions to societal and climate challenges), a breed of entrepreneurs that Mathias Boissonot aptly terms “Phoenixes,” are not only making a positive impact but also outperforming their peers. Analysis of the 387 ventures in the past eight years reveals that the majority of these ventures exhibit higher EBITDA and faster growth rates. It’s a testament to the fact that doing good can go hand-in-hand with doing well.
Radical Transformation.
We have had the opportunity to share our vision with leading investors, entrepreneurs, policy makers and corporate leaders responsible for over a $1 TN GDP at Shell, Stellantis, H&M, LVMH, Kering, Luxottica, Samsung, Veolia, VISA, panelling at the World Circular Economy Forum with Mixi, at the British Embassy in Helsinki before the opening of the most exciting SLUSH, throughout the year across the most action oriented communities including The BMW Foundation, The Conduit, Top Tier Impact, Investors for Climate, 4Ward.vc, Concave Summit amongst others: everyone is in agreement – we are just about to witness one of the most radical and fast transformation of entire industries. be ready.
Leveraging AI & Technology at scale for greater impact.
We are thrilled to see a growing number of startups launching solutions globally across different verticals:
-AI optimised supply & reverse value chains
– Transparent Traceability solutions and Digital Product Pass-porting Integrations
– New Bio and Regenerative Materials
– Re Commerce Platforms to Rent, Re-New, Re-Use, Re-Sell, Re-Purpose, and Recycle products
– New reverse vending machine and logistic solutions to meet DRS and EPR obligations
– Additive, AI enabled, and Distributed Manufacturing solutions to centralise collection, recycling, and manufacturing of digital products to minimise logistics and manufacturing efforts.
Enthusiasm.
While global conflicts impact individuals, families, villages, and entire economies, it’s heartening to witness inspiring entrepreneurs not just growing but flourishing with a smile. To these humble heroes changing the world for the better—congratulations. You are not only accelerating the radical transformation of entire sectors but also inspiring a new generation of future climate heroes.
Thank you.
In a world of 8 billion unique perspectives, our journey has introduced us to a multitude of incredible individuals. I extend my heartfelt thanks for an amazing 2023, and I eagerly look forward to a 2024 filled with ventures and adventures.
Thank you to our family, our friends, our partners in ventures and adventures, everyone partnering with us on this incredible journey, and everyone we’re meeting every day.