Climate tech Outlook: What scales in 2026
The latest updates and expert insights on what's next for climate tech investors in 2026.
Climate tech is entering a more grounded phase. 2025 marked a shift towards deployment, infrastructure, and real assets. As capital becomes more selective and energy systems face real constraints, the question is no longer what’s possible but what actually scales.
In this webinar, we'll unpack how the climate tech landscape is evolving into 2026 and moving into a new phase, shaped by hard economics, geopolitics, and the redesign of the energy system. We’ll explore where demand is clearest, where policy and industrial tailwinds matter most, and which segments are positioned to scale in 2026 and beyond.
Your Expert Panel
Gerard Reid is a leading energy transition analyst and advisor for the World Economic Forum. Gerard is a frequent speaker and writer on the future of energy. He works closely with investors and energy companies on how energy systems and infrastructure are evolving. Gerard is a frequent speaker and writer on the future of energy.
Shayle Kann is a leading expert on the energy transition and Partner at Energy Impact Partners. He is the host of Catalyst, a podcast tackling big questions about how to decarbonize the planet. Previously, Shayle built and ran GTM Research, the market intelligence arm of Greentech Media, where he tracked and forecasted the evolution of the electricity sector.
Will Dufton has extensive experience in the venture capital and investment banking sectors. Currently serving as a Partner at Giant Ventures, Will has also played a pivotal role as a Founding Partner at Radian Holdings. Prior experience also includes positions as Principal at OMERS Ventures.
Webinar Details
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Duration
60 minutes (45 min discussion + 15 min Q&A)
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Language
English
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Format
Interactive panel discussion with live Q&A
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Recording:
Available to all registrants
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