The Ripple dove right into the world of climate tech investment, with investors and founders tossing out honest takes on what’s working and what’s not.

The crowd chatted about adapting funding models, the pros and cons of venture capital, and why sometimes you need to rethink your whole strategy just to make progress.

Here’s what the group really took away:

- Climate investment is changing fast — it’s not just about “climate tech”, but tackling challenges that cut across many industries.

- Long-term projects need patient, creative funding, not just quick VC cash.

- Getting funding is easier if you can show clear, meaningful milestones, not just hype.

- Honest conversations between founders and investors can help match business needs to funding options.

- New collaboration and more flexible money sources are needed to power real change.

Everyone agreed: in climate, practical, team-first thinking will go much further than just buzzwords.