Banking in Climate Tech

Saloni highlights the significant hurdles startups face in navigating KYC requirements, particularly with larger banks that lack a service-oriented approach. Shayle discusses the aftermath of the SVB collapse, noting its deep ties to the climate tech sector, especially in financing community solar projects. Both emphasize the potential for new banking opportunities to emerge in this space, questioning whether the gap left by SVB will be filled by a new player or if challenges will persist for early-stage climate tech companies.