Climate Tech Highlights #16

Wildfire Monitoring, XPRIZE's final and more!

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Amanda Magalhães
July 16, 2024


Hello, there!

Welcome to our latest edition focusing on the cutting-edge developments in climate technology and sustainability.

This week, we explore transformative innovations from around the globe and highlight significant advancements closer to home.

Now, let's get to it!

Around the globe 🌎

Wildfires like this 2023 blaze on the island of Rhodes, which forced thousands of tourists and residents to evacuate, have become increasingly common in the eastern Mediterranean.

  • Greece's Groundbreaking Wildfire Monitoring System: Greece announced a pioneer national satellite-based wildfire monitoring system, partnering with OroraTech to mitigate the escalating impact of wildfires. The €21.5 million initiative integrates satellite technology with ground-based stations to swiftly detect and respond to fires, setting a precedent for global fire-prone regions and industries. Read more

  • Spain's Climate Tech Investment Surge: Madrid-based VC firm Seaya launches the €300 million Seaya Andromeda fund, dedicated to fostering growth in climate tech. Emphasizing sectors like energy transition and sustainable food chains, the fund aligns with EU regulations promoting positive environmental impacts through investments. Read more

  • Florida's Coral Crisis Solution: In Apollo Beach, Florida, The Florida Aquarium pioneers coral conservation efforts, blending native and Honduran elkhorn corals to combat climate-induced reef degradation. This genetic rescue approach aims to bolster coral resilience against rising ocean temperatures, offering hope for Florida's imperiled reefs. Read more

A glance at Brazil 🇧🇷

Presentation event of the XPRIZE Rainforest finalists teams, at the Juma Ópera Hotel in Manaus (AM)

  • XPRIZE Rainforest Competition: Brazil hosts the final phase of the XPRIZE Rainforest competition, showcasing innovative technologies designed to rapidly map biodiversity in the Amazon. Six international teams compete using advanced drones, AI, and environmental DNA sequencing to revolutionize biodiversity monitoring in remote areas. Read more

  • Noah's Sustainable Construction Initiative: Noah, a pioneering Brazilian construction tech firm, partners with Engeform to develop São Paulo's first engineered wood office buildings in Pinheiros. This innovative project utilizes a €190 million real estate investment fund to promote carbon-negative construction practices, marking a significant step towards sustainable urban development. Read more

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