Early-Stage Climate Tech Investing: Insights from Avesta Fund on Building Impactful Portfolios

The Innovators & Investors Podcast

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Srikant Vasan, founder and managing partner of Avesta Fund, to explore early-stage investing focused on climate change and economic opportunity.

Srikant shares his unique perspective shaped by his experience as a founder, operator, and investor, including lessons learned from Techstars and other venture ecosystems.

The conversation delves into Avesta Fund’s investment approach, emphasizing portfolio construction, managing cognitive biases, and the importance of diverse expert input.

Srikant also discusses the challenges and opportunities within climate tech sectors such as grid modernization, clean data centers, and sustainable transportation.

Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Avesta balances impact with financial returns, collaborates with corporate partners, and navigates the complexities of investment horizons.

Additionally, Srikant reflects on his eclectic career journey—from corporate consulting and startup success to philanthropic investing—and offers valuable leadership advice for entrepreneurs.

This episode provides a thorough look at building a purpose-driven investment fund that aims to generate positive change while delivering solid returns.

Learn more about Srikant's work at https://www.avesta.fund/

Connect with Srikant on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikantvasan/

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