The Ripple focused on how startups and investors can work better with techno-economic analysis (TEA). Early on, folks talked about how TEA isn’t just for experts; it’s a must for any founder who wants to understand if their business can work.

What stood out from the chat:

• Building your own TEA from scratch helps founders truly get their numbers.

• Models need to be updated often, not just built once and forgotten.

• It’s okay to start rough, clarity grows with practice, feedback, and new data.

• Being honest with things like cost and scale keeps everyone grounded.

• Investors want TEAs for real conversations, not to catch anyone out.

• Collaboration and back-and-forth can turn a confusing model into a helpful one.

In the end, the Ripple showed that good TEAs are all about real learning, teamwork, and staying curious, not just spreadsheets.