SOCAP22 - Solving Climate, Naturally
Channel: SOCAP Global
Date: 2023-02-21

Join us for a live episode of Solving Climate, Naturally, a podcast about natural climate solutions hosted by Ida, Julia and Kate. We’ll be joined by special guest Valerie Shen, Partner and COO and G2 Venture Partners, a leading climate tech fund.  We’ll debate: -Do carbon offsets enable us to achieve Net Zero or are they a distraction? -What are the challenges of carbon offset procurement? -How do we think about quality / selection?  -How do we think about portfolio construction’ in terms of putting together a portfolio of offsets?  -What is attractive about nature-based solutions in particular? How do we think about nature-based offsets versus forms of engineered removal/avoidance? -What’s needed to increase corporate investment/trust in nature-based solutions?

Speakers:

Ida Hempel - Vice President, Galvanize Climate Solutions
Valerie Shen - Partner & Chief Operating Officer, G2 Venture Partners
Julia Strong - Head of Business Development, NCX

SOCAP Global works under the leadership of Sorenson Impact Center to serve as the thought leadership platform for the accelerating movement towards a more just and sustainable economy. We convene a global ecosystem and marketplace – social entrepreneurs, investors, foundation and nonprofit leaders, government and policy leaders, creators, corporations, academics, and beyond – through live and digital experiences that educate, spur conversation, and inspire investment in positive impact. Find all of our events, articles, and resources at www.socapglobal.com.
 
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