Green Tech Startups: VC Insights & ESG Scaling Strategies from DACH

Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Vanta. Automate your startup’s security and compliance for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and more. 🔗 Learn more at vanta.com/startupradio Opening:What does it really take for a green tech startup to secure venture funding in 2025? In this episode, we uncover what makes VCs say yes—and what founders consistently get wrong. What You'll Learn:How DACH green tech startups are redefining sustainability with scalable business models Why AI is a tool—but not the product—in climate innovation The power of vertical SaaS in navigating ESG compliance What Hi Inov looks for in Series A funding rounds Where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland stand in the race to net zero Guest Spotlight:Wolfgang Krause, Managing Partner at Hi Inov, shares exclusive insights from the 2025 Green Tech Software Mapping. He’s an expert in climate tech investment strategy, known for identifying scalable software ventures with deep vertical focus and strong ESG execution. With regulatory pressure mounting and climate urgency at an all-time high, Wolfgang explains why economic viability beats greenwashing—and how real innovation means operationalizing sustainability across value chains. Leave A Review:Love what you’re hearing? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review. Sharing is scaling—help founders, VCs, and executives learn from this deep dive into the future of green tech. 📋 Show NotesGuest Name: Wolfgang Krause, Managing Partner at Hi Inov Blog Post: Green Tech Startups: Investing in the DACH Region’s Climate Innovation Boom Relevant Resources: Hi Inov Website – https://www.hiinov.com/ Deepki Vertical SaaS Platform – https://www.deepki.com/

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