GCFA: Unlocking Capital for Climate Tech Projects
Join the Global Climate Finance Accelerator (GCFA) for an evening of insights and networking as we host a panel discussion on unlocking capital for climate tech projects. We're bringing together founders, investors, ecosystem builders, and public policy makers to discuss how we can scale first-of-a-kind (FOAK) climate tech projects and advance the next generation of breakthrough ventures.
Expect real conversations about overcoming financing barriers, stories from the frontlines of climate tech, and collaborative solutions for accelerating a sustainable future.
Whether you’re a builder, investor, or partner in this space, we’d love for you to be part of the conversation.
Agenda:
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Cocktail reception, appetizers & open networking
6:00 – 6:15 PM: Welcome remarks & introduction to GCFA
6:15 – 7:00 PM: Panel discussion on innovative financial models and collaborative approaches to unlock capital for and accelerate the deployment of first-of-a-kind (FOAK) climate tech projects.
7:00 – 8:00 PM: Deeper conversations, networking & departures
Panelists:
Introductory remarks by Kenneth S. Corts - Vice-Dean, Research, Strategy & Resources Professor, Economic Analysis and Policy Rotman School of Management University of Toronto
Moderated by Wendy Potomski, CFA - Executive Director, Global Climate Finance Accelerator
Jahangir Bhatti - Principal of Climate Tech Fund, BDC Capital
Jane Kearns - Partner, Evoke Innovations
Tyler Hamilton - Senior Director, Climate, MaRS Discovery District
Who Should Attend:
Climate-focused venture investors and impact investors
Ecosystem partners and enablers
Early growth scale up climate tech founders
Public policymakers focused on climate innovation and project financing
Connect with innovators and professionals working at the intersection of finance, technology, and climate
Tickets:
It's a limited capacity event - RSVP’s will be confirmed by November 18, 2025.
About the GCFA:
The Global Climate Finance Accelerator (GCFA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to accelerating the energy transition by advancing the practice of sustainable finance through research, education, and strategic partnerships. GCFA convenes partnerships across business, finance, government, and academia to identify, investigate, and propose the policies, procedures, and tools required to finance the deployment of technically viable climate solutions.
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