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News: Novel Material for Storing Greenhouse Gases Discovered + Why It Matters

Events: APAC Energy & Natural Resources Summit 2024 -Discount Code

Startups: $131M secured to reduce energy storage costs for consumers.

Tips & Tools: Captions AI - Upgrade Video Marketing Creative For Your Startup

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NEWS

SUSTAINABILITY
Novel Material for Storing Greenhouse Gases Discovered + Why It Matters LINK

In A Nutshell:

Researchers in Scotland have developed a novel porous material capable of storing significant amounts of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and sulfur hexafluoride, enhancing efforts to mitigate climate impact.

Key Points:

• The material consists of hollow, cage-like molecules.

• It's designed for high-capacity storage of potent greenhouse gases.

• The development involved advanced computer simulations and may integrate AI for future enhancements.

Why It Matters:

This material is a significant breakthrough as it introduces a novel method for capturing and storing greenhouse gases directly from the atmosphere. This could substantially mitigate the effects of global warming by reducing atmospheric levels of harmful gases, thus pushing forward the capabilities of carbon capture technologies.

EVENTS

SUSTAINABILITY / STARTUPS

May 9th: 11th Singapore Dialogue on Sustainable World Resources
Singapore
Join the 11th Singapore Dialogue on Sustainable World Resources (SWR), where they will delve into the evolving landscape of ASEAN’s resource sectors. Explore the impact of new environmental policies on trade and investment, and discover how emerging leaders are shaping the future of sustainability in agribusiness. LINK

May 9th: APAC Energy & Natural Resources Summit 2024
Singapore
Gain insights into key trends and discussions shaping the future of the industry, from rebooting the energy transition to securing critical minerals for decarbonization. Join us on May 9 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, for a day of networking, expert insights, and forward-thinking discussions. For 15% off registration fees use the code: ECO15 LINK

May 13th-15th: Biomass Innovations Asia 2024
Tokyo, Japan
CMT’s Biomass Innovations Asia 2024, includes two tracks: Biofuel & Biocarbon and 14th Biomass Pellets Trade & Power. Recognized as Asia’s largest biomass and biofuel stakeholder gathering, it brings together producers, traders, utilities, and industrial users from across the Asia Pacific and beyond. LINK

May 14th: 2nd Philippine ESG Investors Summit
Paranaque, Philippines
Connect with ESG, Sustainable Finance and Responsible Investment Professionals at the 2nd Philippine ESG Investors Summit and gain insights from asset owners to understand what they are looking for in their next investment partner in 2024 and beyond. For 20% off registration fees use the code: 2ESGPHEB. LINK

Startup & Investment News

SUSTAINABILITY / STARTUPS

💰Volta Energy: In its most recent funding round, the company secured $131 million to explore avenues for reducing energy storage costs for consumers. LINK

⚡️ Bioform Technologies: Canadian startup, Bioform Technologies, specializing in bio-based materials as sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics, secured a $3.7 million seed funding round, with Suzano Ventures as the primary investor. LINK

⚡️ Goodcarbon: Berlin-based startup, secured a $5.7 million funding round led by Ocean 14 Capital. The investment also included Silverstrand Capital and previous backers Planet A Ventures, 468 Capital, and Greenfield Capital. LINK

⚡️ Radica: Specializes in developing solar-powered unmanned aerial vehicles for tasks such as remote sensing and connectivity in the stratosphere. They recently secured a $4.5 million seed funding round led by Scout Ventures, with Inflection Mercury Fund and Y Combinator also participating in the investment. LINK

TIPS & TOOLS

STARTUP
Caption AI

What It Does:

Captions AI serves as an AI-powered creative studio that simplifies video editing and production, making professional video creation accessible to all users through advanced AI-driven tools.

Key Features:

• AI-Driven Editing Tools enhance video quality with features like trimming, speech enhancement, and eye contact correction.

• Automatic Subtitles generate accessibility-enhancing subtitles.

• Eye Contact Correction ensures speakers appear to maintain eye contact with viewers.

• AI Dubbing and AI Music expand global reach and enrich videos with tailored music.

Why We Love It:

Captions AI is lauded for making complex video production simple and fast, empowering anyone to create high-quality content efficiently. It's especially useful for business professionals who wish to be their company's spokesperson but are camera-shy, as the tool's features like eye contact correction make them appear more confident on screen.

Other Tools:

Founders with Unique Backgrounds Unite over Climate Concerns and Launch New Venture Fund LINK

7 Fascinating Insights: The Rocky Road to Scaling for Climate Tech Start-ups LINK

How To Level The Playing Field With Investors LINK

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