News
BBC chooses Mootral as finalist of their World Challenge
Climate Capital Network - 30 June, 2009 - LONDON, UK - Mootral, one of Climate Capital's portfolio companies has been chosen by the BBC as a finalist in their annual World Challenge. Mootral, a carbon reduction technology targeting the livestock industry was chosen out of more than 300 entries in the competition sponsored by Shell. "We are delighted to have been chosen by the BBC. This proves once more, that Mootral is a necessary product that will help the world reduce carbon emissions immediately." As part of this BBC shortlist, Mootral will be featured in a 15-minute programme to be broadcasted worldwide on BBC World from September 28th.
Mootral finishes 2nd in FT Climate Challenge
Climate Capital Network - May, 2009 - LONDON, UK - One of Climate Capital's portfolio companies finished 2nd in the annual global Financial Times Climate Challenge. Mootral, a new feed additive for livestock industry, helps reduce methane emissions from ruminants such as cows. As such it has been recognised by the Financial Times as one of the top 5 global solutions to tackle climate change. The Financial Times praised its simplicity, sustainability and scalability. More than 400 companies entered the competition, which was judged by global dignitaries such as Sir Richard Branson and 2007 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Dr Pachauri. Michael Mathres co-Founder of Mootral said, "It is obviously disappointing to finish 2nd, but we received a lot of media attention, and interest from the industry."
Financial Times - Mootral shortlisted as one of five solutions to climate change
Climate Capital Network - Mootral, one of Climate Capital's portfolio companies has just been shortlisted by the Financial Times as one of the solutions to climate change. Mootral was chosen out of 300 ventures by Sir Richard Branson, Sir Terry Leahy, Jonathan Porritt and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr Pachauri.
Mootral is a new feed additive for ruminants, biotechnologically extracted from garlic, that helps animals reduce their methane emissions.
"We're very excited that mootral has received this recognition. After all, livestock produce more than 20% of all carbon emissions, and nothing is done about it. Cow farts are the most underrated fact about climate change and are responsible for more than all emissions from transportation in the world. It's pointless to address other issues if we don't address this particular problem." says Michael Mathres, Mootral co-Founder and Director of Climate Capital Network.
Mootral has the chance of winning $75,000 if they get enough votes on FT. The money will be used to carry on the optimal dosage for animals. "We have found half of the funding for Mootral, so this money will help us in our further fundraising." says Mathres.
For more information about mootral please go to www.mootral.com. You can also vote for Mootral by clicking here>> FT CLIMATE CHALLENGE
EVENT - EcoConnect March Event
Climate Capital Network - Climate Capital Network will be attending the latest Green in the City event organised by EcoConnect. Please register now>>
Professor Michael Mainelli of the Z/Yen Group will initiate a Green in the City discussion on the importance of a vibrant, functioning global financial system for solving climate change and environmental problems.
Building on his work with The London Accord, he will introduce the concept of Long Finance – our need for financial structures that can fund long-term cleantech projects using private-sector, self-interested capital.
As proposed to the House of Commons Associate Parliamentary Group on Wholesale Financial Markets & Services, Michael contends that the Credit Crunch gives us a unique opportunity to research and develop new financial structures, but also that, unless we do, future scenarios of state-funded environmental programmes or confused public-private investments may be bleak.
After a short presentation, Michael will be joined for a panel and audience discussion by Robert Hokin, followed by drinks, canapés and networking.
About Michael Mainelli
Mainelli is Chairman and full-time Director of The Z/Yen Group, a risk advisory group founded in 1994. He is also a non-executive Director of several organisations, including UKAS, Sirius Exploration and City Axis.
Mainelli is also founder of The London Accord, a collaboration between financial institutions to produce open source information on climate change, and associated investment opportunities. Together with Ian Harris, Mainelli is author of the humorous risk/reward management novel, “Clean Business Cuisine: Now and Z/Yen”, published in 2000.
Professor Michael Mainelli was until recently the Gresham Professor of Commerce at Gresham College in London. He is a qualified accountant, computer specialist and management consultant with a degree from Harvard in government with economics and a PhD from the London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London.
About Green in the City
Green in the City is a series of ecoConnect events in London’s square mile designed to connect City based decision makers with green technologies, featuring superb speakers addressing key green business issues and offering excellent networking opportunities. Green in the City is all about making connections to increase business take-up of practical green technology.
EVENT - Cleanequity Monaco - March 18-20, 2009
Climate Capital Network - Climate Capital Network will be attending the annual Cleanequity Conference in Monaco www.cleanequitymonaco.com
CleanEquity Monaco 2009 will follow the same format as last year’s hugely successful event. Up to 50 of the most exciting emerging Cleantech companies from all over the world, will be presenting during the conference on:
March 19th & 20th, 2009
Join us for two days in this idyllic setting where you will see new innovative ideas turning to reality and ideas from last year that are now delivering on schedule. You will meet and talk with over 400 individuals who share a common interest and observe the very best public and private Cleantech companies the world has to offer.
Acknowledging again the generous support of our Regional Host
Chambre de Développement Economique de Monaco
and
This year we are honoured to have the support of
Fondation Albert II de Monaco
The mission of CleanEquity Monaco is to facilitate interaction between and among the presenting companies and representatives from the investment community, the construction industry, the media and politicians. The goal of CleanEquity Monaco is to ensure the success, as best we can, of the most promising companies operating in the fields of Environmental Technology research, development and commercialisation.
This is the second annual conference that brings together all relevant participants interested in investing in a cleaner future and the continuation of a sustainable environment for us to live in.
