Should you worry if investors say this? (VC Sunday School) + Seth Bannon of 50 Years | E1395
Topics covered
Popular Clips
Episode Highlights
Food Innovation
Innovations in food production are transforming the way we think about sustainability and efficiency. highlights cellular agriculture as a groundbreaking approach, where the biological processes of meat production are replicated outside of animals, significantly reducing environmental impact. This method not only cuts land use by 99% and water use by 98% but also offers a more humane and potentially cost-effective way to produce meat and dairy products 1. finds these numbers staggering and asks about other sectors ripe for climate investment 1.
Why not just grow the meat? And so they've literally taken the exact same biological processes that happen inside of a cow and brought it outside of a cow.
---
The traditional methods of food production, unchanged for thousands of years, are now being disrupted by innovative technologies that promise to decarbonize the food system 2.
Construction Overhaul
The construction industry, often overlooked in climate discussions, is undergoing a transformation aimed at reducing waste and carbon emissions. points out the inefficiencies in traditional building methods, such as the massive waste generated during construction, and emphasizes the need for innovative materials and processes. He mentions a company called Cover, which builds accessory dwelling units (ADUs) that exemplify sustainable construction practices 3.
There's always this giant dumpster out in front with just loads of wood and waste materials because the entire process is just incredibly wasteful.
---
acknowledges the challenge of making a significant impact in this sector, noting that many climate tech investments focus on software solutions rather than tangible changes in construction practices 3.