Episode 59
57. Climatech is Biotech. Kristin Ellis of Lowercarbon Capital Replay
Join Karl and Erum on the latest episode of Grow Everything as they explore the intersection of climate tech and biotech with Kristin Ellis of Lowercarbon Capital. From discussing the impact of biotech in the media to the future of climate tech and its impact on the job market, this episode covers…
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Join Karl and Erum on the latest episode of Grow Everything as they explore the intersection of climate tech and biotech with Kristin Ellis of Lowercarbon Capital. From discussing the impact of biotech in the media to the future of climate tech and its impact on the job market, this episode covers a wide range of exciting topics. Tune in to hear about the failures of overcomplicating blood-based diagnostics, the key factors in being a strong team, and what VCs look for when investing in companies. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative ride through the world of climate tech and biotech.
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Topics Covered:
- 00:00:00 - Welcome to Grow Everything!
- 00:00:30 - Meet Kristin Ellis: From Biotech to Climate Tech
- 00:02:45 - How Kristin Ellis Pivoted from Biotech to Climate Tech
- 00:11:15 - The Theranos Debacle: How Overcomplication Can Ruin a Startup
- 00:13:55 - Kristin Ellis Joins Lower Carbon Capital: A New Venture in Climate Tech
- 00:20:50 - What Does a Venture Capitalist Do in Climate Tech?
- 00:23:56 - The Importance of Diversity in Climate Tech
- 00:25:19 - How Climate Tech and Biotech Intersect and Innovate
- 00:26:33 - How Biotechnology Can Transform the Way We Make Things
- 00:29:08 - How Biotechnology Can Help Solve the Climate Crisis
- 00:32:13 - How Lower Carbon Capital Decides Which Climate Tech Startups to Invest In
- 00:37:05 - Some of the Most Exciting Climate Tech Startups in Lower Carbon’s Portfolio
- 00:41:11 - How Lower Carbon Capital Measures the Impact of Its Investments
- 00:43:36 - Why Kristin Ellis Is Optimistic About the Future of Climate Tech
- 00:47:58 - Kristin Ellis’s Final Words of Wisdom and Future Plans
Episode Links:
Kristin Ellis on LinkedIn
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Music by: Nihilore
Production by: Amplafy Media
About Grow Everything
Grow Everything reveals the world of biology as technology. Hosts Erum Azeez Khan and Karl Schmieder talk with the founders, scientists, and executives biologizing entire industries — biomaterials from waste, precision fermentation, cultivated food — and unpack how the bioeconomy is solving health and climate challenges. Winner of SynBioBeta's 2026 Impact Award.