Posts Tagged ‘Grantchester Growth’
US Dominates Climate-Tech Financing in 2024 Amid Global Funding Slowdown
In the first half of 2024, the U.S. led global climate-tech financing with $6.7 billion, mainly for clean power and energy storage sectors. China followed with $5.1 billion, and Canada was third with $1.8 billion. Overall climate-tech funding dropped significantly from $44 billion in early 2023 to $22 billion this year, with fewer deals completed…
Read MoreNatural Gas Microgrids: A Solution for Data Centers Awaiting Nuclear Power
Natural gas is becoming a crucial power source for data centers, with microgrid technology offering a solution to meet their growing energy demands. Enchanted Rock, a supplier of natural gas microgrids, views this technology as a temporary solution until modular nuclear reactors become viable in 5-10 years. Microgrids powered by natural gas can either fully…
Read MoreHow Private Equity Fuels New Energy Breakthroughs
How Private Equity Fuels New Energy Breakthroughs In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, private equity is playing a crucial role in driving innovation and accelerating breakthroughs. As the world seeks sustainable solutions to combat climate change, private equity firms are stepping up as vital catalysts for new energy technologies. 1. Investing in Innovation Private equity…
Read MoreLiz Griggs, Leading in Private Equity Through Grantchester Group
Article by WomLead Magazine Liz Griggs, Leading in Private Equity Through Grantchester Group Women in the financial industry face unique challenges, with only 2.7% of CEOs at financial services firms being women. Yet, some trailblazers rise above these obstacles to become true leaders. Liz Griggs, Managing Partner & CEO of Grantchester Group, is a prime…
Read MoreTragic Heat-Related Deaths Highlight Critical Need for Better Cooling Access and Energy Equity
Energy equity is a problem finally being addressed by some states with new laws. Recently, Avelino Vazquez Navarro, a 61-year-old Mexican farm worker, died in Washington state last month during a heatwave, lacking air conditioning in his motor home. His death, attributed to heat exposure and alcohol, underscores the dangers faced by those without adequate…
Read MoreOhio research project to explore how solar and farming can co-exist through agrivoltaics
Research at Madison Fields, a solar farm in Madison County, is investigating the viability of agrivoltaics, where farming is conducted between solar panels. Spanning 1,900 acres and generating 180 MW, this agrivoltaics project is one of North America’s largest tests of this approach. It aims to address concerns about large solar projects taking prime farmland…
Read MoreMedical Device Breakthroughs: Revolutionizing Healthcare in 2024
In the fast-paced world of medical technology, breakthroughs are not just milestones but leap toward better patient care, enhanced treatment options, and improved outcomes. As we reflect on the first half of 2024, several remarkable advancements in medical devices have captured the attention of healthcare professionals and patients alike. Miniature Implantable Sensors Imagine a sensor…
Read MorePioneering Private Equity with Liz Griggs
Liz Griggs, founder and CEO of Grantchester Group, reflects on her remarkable journey through finance, entrepreneurship, and now private equity. As the founder of One Call, which achieved a notable sale of $2.2 billion dollars, Liz traces her path from childhood and schooling to her current success. In discussing her experience as one of the…
Read MoreEmbracing Summer: Three Exciting Energy Solution Advancements
As summer temperatures soar, so does the demand for efficient and sustainable energy solutions. This year, three remarkable advancements are leading the charge, promising to keep us cool while conserving resources and protecting our environment. 1. Solar-Powered Air Conditioning Traditional air conditioning systems are notorious for their high energy consumption, often leading to increased electricity…
Read MoreMerck Partners with America’s Largest HBCU to Launch Collaborative Biotechnology Learning Center
Merck has partnered with North Carolina A&T State University, the largest historically Black college and university (HBCU) in the U.S., to establish the Merck Biotechnology Learning Center. This HBCU collaboration aims to enhance biotechnology education and career training for students, fostering talent for Merck and the broader biotechnology industry. The 4,025-square-foot facility near Merck’s manufacturing…
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