A message from the CEO

In 2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change issued a report that stated we have just 12 years to make massive and unprecedented changes to our economy to mitigate the effects of climate change and keep global warming to less than 1.5 degrees celsius. Only 12 years! Today, we have 10 years left to accomplish this extraordinary transformation across all sectors of our economy: energy, transportation, building systems, manufacturing, agriculture, and more. This is no small task and will take enormous effort, but I am—and the Greentown Labs team is—optimistic and believe this is a winnable fight. I believe because of the incredible entrepreneurs we’re proud to support at Greentown Labs, who are working diligently and passionately to develop solutions to these challenges. I believe because of our network of partners and investors who are embracing a leadership role in corporate climate action, increasing their efforts to procure renewable energy, and helping startups bring their technologies to market. I believe because of the climate and cleantech ecosystem across the country—and the globe—that’s committed to working hard today to create a better tomorrow for all of us. We’re eager to bring together communities from around the world to connect, convene, and collaborate on climate action. I hope you’ll join us! 

Onward,
Emily Reichert, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Greentown Labs
#ClimateOptimist