This Ripple brought together climate innovators, investors, and project developers to chat about the best ways to get new energy tech and facilities off the ground.

The group compared what works for different kinds of projects, like solar and wind, and how to make these efforts appealing to both investors and founders.

Here’s what they landed on:

• Building a successful devco takes both entrepreneurial drive and serious patience.

• There’s no one-size-fits-all approach; what works for solar might not work for biogas or nuclear.

• Asset-light and early exits can work in some sectors, while others may need long-term ownership.

• Mixing strong project managers with flexible commercial thinkers is key to building winning teams.

• Finding the right blend of capital, and knowing when to involve investors, is crucial.

• Collaboration across companies and sectors can unlock more opportunities.

Big takeaway? To make these climate projects work, it takes smart teams, creative thinking, and plenty of teamwork.