We visited the Prefecture of Kyoto at the Zero Emission Technologies Conference in Kyoto on Feb 4-8th.
Here are the main conclusions for next steps
We were thrilled to participate in the "Decarbonization Startup Tour" in Kyoto, an exceptional initiative that brought together investors and businesses to delve into decarbonization opportunities in Japan. This event, organized in collaboration with key stakeholders such as the Kyoto Prefecture and JETRO Kyoto, showcased Japan's commitment to a sustainable future and its substantial efforts in carbon emission reduction.
Japan's impact sector is buzzing, with increasing interest in clean technologies, renewable energy, and decarbonization initiatives. Decarbonization, in particular, has emerged as a national priority, reflected by ambitious policies and support for startups and innovations aimed at reducing the country's carbon footprint.
Mandalore Partners met over 40 investors and startups sharing a vision for decarbonization and industry tech.
A special thanks to
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the event organizers: the Kyoto Prefecture and Jetro Kyoto.
To all participants:
Ekta Dang, Corporate Venture Capital as a Service (like Mandalore but in the US and multi industries)
Drew Reid, looking for a pilot factory in his Co2-to-Granite ventures
Paco Conde Fernández, looking to digitalize all forests in Finland via Blockchain
Chika Yamamoto, my advisor in the industry fund based in Berlin
Aslo, thanks to:
Nobuya Hashizume, Yoshihito Takabu, Masayoshi Tsukikawa, Hiroshi Saito, Emi Kumagai, Junichi Furumoto, Koji Gonoi, and Alexandre Panau for their warm hospitality and dedication to advancing sustainability. These interactions and meetings have not only provided us with a deeper understanding of Japan's impact landscape but also opened avenues for future collaborations vital for achieving our shared decarbonization goals.