📍 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3BF
Today, Naturetech is creating new offset markets, fighting wildfires with drones, mapping oceans and mitigating flood risk. The naturetech of tomorrow, has the power to shift our entire economy from extractive to regenerative.
In partnership with Afloat, this event will outline the organisations insights into the global naturetech innovation sector and hear from those on the front lines of mitigating nature risk.
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In partnership with:
Our Thursday Gatherings are for you to make serendipitous connections and make things happen!
There will be meaningful networking opportunities throughout the night, accompanied by a selection of refreshments and activities:
Fun Zone
Get to know your fellow change-makers in a fun, interactive, and exciting way!
Take a quick break from changing the world and recharge by pinning your hometown on our giant map.
Conversation Corner
Looking to connect beyond the name tags?
Drop into our relaxed Conversation Corner, a cosy space where founders, ecosystem builders, and global thinkers come together to share stories, swap lessons, and innovate. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and jump into the discussion.
We're excited to welcome a brilliant lineup of impactful startups!
Nature Based - solutions for infrastructure scale problems.
Coastal BioTech - marine biotechnology entity whose research and innovation focuses on macroalgae as a core component to the food and feed industry.
Natural Negative - designs compostable materials for consumer product manufacturers.
Re Genus - creating innovative, nature- and fungi-based solutions for agriculture and forestry.
Kana Earth - the investment infrastructure enabling scalable, transparent capital flows into nature and climate.
Rare Earth Global - synchronises industrial demand, processing and production at scale.
Treeconomy - an earthtech company reshaping how the world values and restores nature.
Could living systems become part of the way we design, build and care for our shared
spaces? Join ARIA for an interactive, early-stage conversation on Living Architecture: an
emerging programme idea exploring how biology, materials, design and technology might
come together in new ways. Through a series of simple provocations, we will explore what
could become possible, what risks or blind spots we should consider, and who else needs to
be part of the conversation. No prior knowledge required, just curiosity and a willingness to
think across disciplines.
Welcome remarks from Venture Café London and Afloat
Join us for an introduction from our event partners, Afloat Invest, who will give an introduction to NatureTech and their most recent report on investment into the sector.
While climatetech captured the last decade of capital, a quieter, higher-leverage opportunity is forming at the intersection of AI, biotech, fintech and health - Nature Innovation and the smart money is already moving. This panel brings together the investors, leaders and innovators at the forefront of that movement to unpack why naturetech may be the next frontier hiding in plain sight. If you've backed the energy transition, this is the conversation that shows you what's next.
Gabbi is a Senior Associate at Sand River, an investor that engages collaborative capital to have a positive impact on nature. She is dedicated to protecting, valuing and restoring natural ecosystems through innovative, nature-based technologies.
Angie is a plant biologist and has spent the last decade focusing on understanding the power of plants to solve some of our most pressing challenges such as food insecurity, climate change and environmental degradation. Previously, Angie was a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge.
Matt is a Frontier Specialist at ARIA, where he helps determine the scientific frontiers that could bring the greatest benefits to future generations. He previously worked at the United Nations, the US Department of Energy, Onward and Institute of Physics.
Fredrika is a Senior Manager in HSBCs Global Climate Tech team, working at the intersection of Sustainable Finance and HSBC Innovation Banking. She leads the design and execution of HSBCs Nature Tech strategy, partnering with innovators and external stakeholders to advance solutions that support nature-positive outcomes and the transition to a more sustainable economy. With a focus on strategy, market development and collaboration across the bank, she helps connect emerging climate and nature technologies with capital and commercial opportunities.
Sebastian leads the Natcap team on their mission to accelerate the nature positive transition by integrating nature intelligence into business decision making. Over the last 10 years, his career has been focused on trying to make our economic system more sustainable.
Sebastian worked as an Associate Partner at McKinsey, helping businesses and governments define and embed climate and nature strategies into their operations. He has also been a policy advisor, teacher, and researcher.
Holly is the Co-Founder of Afloat Invest, a community for nature-tech investors supporting a regenerative future. Holly has a decade of experience in Cleantech and a strong passion for protecting oceans and nature. She has led a research team focused on resources and the environment, combining hands-on technical skills with big-picture thinking.
Lauren has experience in programme delivery, strategy consultancy, and venture building. She has led complex programmes and advised public and private sector leadership teams on organisational transformation. Lauren supports ARIA, as an operating partner from Pace.
Harland is the inventor of the "Seashield" concept, having seen the opportunity for kelp forests to reduce wave height and protect offshore infrastructure. His work comes from a background in sales, innovation, and insurance, finding ways to solve problems for large asset owners whilst monetising the results. He has drawn inspiration from his work with land management charities, infrastructure investors, and UK policymakers, and holds and MSc from UCL.
📍 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3BF
Today, Naturetech is creating new offset markets, fighting wildfires with drones, mapping oceans and mitigating flood risk. The naturetech of tomorrow, has the power to shift our entire economy from extractive to regenerative.
In partnership with Afloat, this event will outline the organisations insights into the global naturetech innovation sector and hear from those on the front lines of mitigating nature risk.
Powered by Advanced Research + Invention Agency
In partnership with:
Our Thursday Gatherings are for you to make serendipitous connections and make things happen!
There will be meaningful networking opportunities throughout the night, accompanied by a selection of refreshments and activities:
Fun Zone
Get to know your fellow change-makers in a fun, interactive, and exciting way!
Take a quick break from changing the world and recharge by pinning your hometown on our giant map.
Conversation Corner
Looking to connect beyond the name tags?
Drop into our relaxed Conversation Corner, a cosy space where founders, ecosystem builders, and global thinkers come together to share stories, swap lessons, and innovate. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and jump into the discussion.
We're excited to welcome a brilliant lineup of impactful startups!
Nature Based - solutions for infrastructure scale problems.
Coastal BioTech - marine biotechnology entity whose research and innovation focuses on macroalgae as a core component to the food and feed industry.
Natural Negative - designs compostable materials for consumer product manufacturers.
Re Genus - creating innovative, nature- and fungi-based solutions for agriculture and forestry.
Kana Earth - the investment infrastructure enabling scalable, transparent capital flows into nature and climate.
Rare Earth Global - synchronises industrial demand, processing and production at scale.
Treeconomy - an earthtech company reshaping how the world values and restores nature.
Could living systems become part of the way we design, build and care for our shared
spaces? Join ARIA for an interactive, early-stage conversation on Living Architecture: an
emerging programme idea exploring how biology, materials, design and technology might
come together in new ways. Through a series of simple provocations, we will explore what
could become possible, what risks or blind spots we should consider, and who else needs to
be part of the conversation. No prior knowledge required, just curiosity and a willingness to
think across disciplines.
Welcome remarks from Venture Café London and Afloat
Join us for an introduction from our event partners, Afloat Invest, who will give an introduction to NatureTech and their most recent report on investment into the sector.
While climatetech captured the last decade of capital, a quieter, higher-leverage opportunity is forming at the intersection of AI, biotech, fintech and health - Nature Innovation and the smart money is already moving. This panel brings together the investors, leaders and innovators at the forefront of that movement to unpack why naturetech may be the next frontier hiding in plain sight. If you've backed the energy transition, this is the conversation that shows you what's next.
Gabbi is a Senior Associate at Sand River, an investor that engages collaborative capital to have a positive impact on nature. She is dedicated to protecting, valuing and restoring natural ecosystems through innovative, nature-based technologies.
Angie is a plant biologist and has spent the last decade focusing on understanding the power of plants to solve some of our most pressing challenges such as food insecurity, climate change and environmental degradation. Previously, Angie was a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge.
Matt is a Frontier Specialist at ARIA, where he helps determine the scientific frontiers that could bring the greatest benefits to future generations. He previously worked at the United Nations, the US Department of Energy, Onward and Institute of Physics.
Fredrika is a Senior Manager in HSBCs Global Climate Tech team, working at the intersection of Sustainable Finance and HSBC Innovation Banking. She leads the design and execution of HSBCs Nature Tech strategy, partnering with innovators and external stakeholders to advance solutions that support nature-positive outcomes and the transition to a more sustainable economy. With a focus on strategy, market development and collaboration across the bank, she helps connect emerging climate and nature technologies with capital and commercial opportunities.
Sebastian leads the Natcap team on their mission to accelerate the nature positive transition by integrating nature intelligence into business decision making. Over the last 10 years, his career has been focused on trying to make our economic system more sustainable.
Sebastian worked as an Associate Partner at McKinsey, helping businesses and governments define and embed climate and nature strategies into their operations. He has also been a policy advisor, teacher, and researcher.
Holly is the Co-Founder of Afloat Invest, a community for nature-tech investors supporting a regenerative future. Holly has a decade of experience in Cleantech and a strong passion for protecting oceans and nature. She has led a research team focused on resources and the environment, combining hands-on technical skills with big-picture thinking.
Lauren has experience in programme delivery, strategy consultancy, and venture building. She has led complex programmes and advised public and private sector leadership teams on organisational transformation. Lauren supports ARIA, as an operating partner from Pace.
Harland is the inventor of the "Seashield" concept, having seen the opportunity for kelp forests to reduce wave height and protect offshore infrastructure. His work comes from a background in sales, innovation, and insurance, finding ways to solve problems for large asset owners whilst monetising the results. He has drawn inspiration from his work with land management charities, infrastructure investors, and UK policymakers, and holds and MSc from UCL.