#VTJTalks: BC Women Leading in Climatetech
#vtjtalks monthly events bring together entrepreneurs, executives, talent, investors, and tech community members to network and learn.
From forest fires to rising sea levels, British Columbia is on the front lines of climate change. This region faces some of the most visible and immediate impacts, making it clear that climate change is not a distant threat, but a present reality that demands our urgent attention. The stakes are high, as this issue poses one of the most significant challenges to our environment, economy, and communities. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when considering where to even begin addressing such a monumental problem.
Thankfully, there is hope. Across B.C., we have visionary leaders in climatetech who are not only helping us adapt to a rapidly changing climate but are also driving innovation to mitigate its effects. Among these leaders are trailblazing women who are at the forefront of this movement, using their expertise, creativity, and passion to develop solutions that will shape the future of our planet.
Join us this month for an exclusive event that highlights the work of these impactful companies led by extraordinary individuals. Gain insights into what it takes to combat a warming world and learn from the experiences of passionate experts who are leading the charge in climatetech. Their stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership are not just inspiring—they are essential to understanding how we can collectively rise to the challenge of climate change.
Who should attend? Whether you are in the early stages of developing a climate-focused solution, a startup seeking that first round of investment, a concerned citizen, or someone looking to make a difference, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from those who are changing the face of climatetech and also investing in gamechanging solutions. Together, we can explore the pathways to a sustainable future and discover actionable steps that we can all take to make an impact.
You’re invited to this event if you are:
An investor in hardtech, cleantech, climatetech, clean energy technologies
A founder or executive building a climatetech venture
A corporation interested in implementing climate or clean energy projects/solutions
A corporation seeking strategic partnerships related to cleantech
A policy-maker for decarbonization initiatives
A researcher seeking feedback on a climate project or solution
Presenting partner: B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy.
The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is an independent, not-for-profit corporation that provides early-stage funding to fast-track the commercialization of British Columbia's most impactful clean energy solutions – from Canada to the world. We match the urgency and efficiency of the companies we fund, driving innovation like the planet depends on it. Because it does. Together with our climate-first community of innovators, industry leaders, academia, government, and Indigenous partners, we advance future pathways to net-zero – leveraging BC's clean energy advantages to attract investment, create good jobs and build sustainable economic prosperity for decades to come. www.cice.ca
Panelists
Sarah Goodman, CEO, CICE – Moderator
Bethany Ladd, Head of Operations & Co-Founder, Arca Climate
Kim Haakstad, VP, Stakeholder Relations, Miraterra
Jennifer Anderson, Partner, Renewal Funds
Sumreen Rattan, Co-founder and COO, Moment Energy
VTJ Members get 50% off events. Check your Member newsletter for the signup code.
Thank you to our supporting sponsors!
A huge thank you to all of our core sponsors — who continuously support our events. Your contributions are pivotal in helping us drive impact in Vancouver’s tech ecosystem and bring together the community.
Interested in partnering with us? Contact Nicole at nicole@vantechjournal.com