Last night a startup saved my life...

first IRL event 🥂 | new podcast 🎙 | first raises nearly ⚡️LIVE⚡️

March 11, 2022

What happens when you take 15 climate startup founders, a plant-filled co-working space in London and a room full of supporters, fuelled by sparkling canned English wines + wonky-fruit infused waters? 

💥 Energy 💥 Connections 💥 Inspiration 💥 Hope 💥 Friendship 💥

First up was...Sacha Wright, from the climate action mobilising org, Force of Nature, shared why she has become one of the growing number of young (22) leaders helping turn people's anxiety around the crisis into agency. 

This was the perfect setup to meet our climate founders.

Sophie Billi-Hardwick shared the story of creating the first biodegradable tights at Billi London. 

Jaqueline Smith explained how, at Nookary, her probiotic cleaning refills are reducing plastics and toxins in our homes.

Mandeep Soor from Bendi talked about how gathering data from across the fashion supply chain can help businesses become more sustainable.

Carol Lathbridge & Lola Kaywood introduced their recycled and plant based hair extension brand, Tiwani Heritage, and how it could shake up a £1bn industry.

Jeroo Doodhmal revealed Pip & Henry, a colourful box containing perfectly cute kids shoes made from pineapple skin & other natural materials.

Toby Hunt downloaded the story of Earth Cubs, an environmental gaming startup already in 2700 schools. 

Alexis Liming, told the story of the 3 female co-founders of Library of Things, who are building a network of shared spaces and everyday tools for communities across London.

Rob Godfrey gave a quick class on how we can close the natural capital gap with Treeconomy. 

And, Nawfal Raj, eulogised about his instantly biodegradable shampoo pouches, Yu Pods. 

With thanks to the home of purposeful business, x+why, for hosting us and to Dash Water and The Uncommon wines for powering the conversation. 

See you next time!

New Platform, with first startups raising, launching next week!Yes, that’s right! We’re going live with some phenomenal startups in just a few days.

Our podcast, Startups Will Save Us, has just dropped!Join us for the first season of Startups Will Save Us to meet founders building solutions to the climate crisis. If you’d like a good dose of hope, inspiration and action - this is the pod for you!