Felix Krause: Vireo Ventures
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Felix Krause: Vireo Ventures

S1 E79 • Jun 11, 2025 • 38 mins

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal speaks with Felix Krause of Vireo Ventures, who shares his journey from military service to a career in renewable energy. They explore innovations in solar energy and discuss the future of renewables, comparing European and global investment ecosystems. The conversation highlights the role of corporate venture capital in clean energy and examines the prospects of the hydrogen market. Felix provides insights into due diligence and strategies for climate tech investments and contrasts startups with incumbents in the energy market. They also delve into the emerging manager LP ecosystem and current fundraising trends, offering valuable perspectives for investors interested in clean energy.

Key Points

  • Institutional investors are reevaluating their capital deployment strategies due to market uncertainties, yet the startup ecosystem is expected to continue driving innovation globally.
  • The efficiency and cost of solar energy have significantly improved, but integrating renewable energy into everyday life, like electric cars, still faces challenges that require smart and adaptive solutions.
  • Corporate venture capital can be a valuable asset to startups if aligned with financial returns and strategic collaboration, though careful consideration is needed to avoid becoming too dependent on a single corporate entity.
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