Navigating Financing for Climate Startups and SMBs in an Age of Uncertainty

This panel delves into strategies for startups and SMBs to secure financing in the current market environment.

It’s no secret that 2025 has been a challenging year for fundraising. From federal funding freezes to macroeconomic uncertainty and VC investment slowdowns, this fundraising environment has left many startups and SMBs in a state of fundraising whiplash. This moment requires a different approach to capitalization that blends products in innovative ways: traditional venture, corporate VC/procurement/philanthropy, venture debt, alternative credit, and yes, government grants.

This session will bring clarity to the chaos – touching on the state of government grants and aligned financing strategies for your company’s stage and needs. You’ll walk away with a better fundraising roadmap for your business, learning from the experts providing this capital day in and out.