Gainer Moves to US Energy Company Nextera's Investment Arm -
Mitch Gainer has joined NextEra Energy to head up its energy and climate tech investments after two years at Yield Capital Partners.
Gainer's role will focus on connecting early-stage energy innovation from the venture ecosystem with NextErra's industry-leading capabilities.
NextEa Energy Investments backs startups in climate technologies such as renewable energy, hydrogen, mobility and decarbonisation.
Selected Grant News Headlines
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
Billionaire Donors and Funding Cuts.
Foundation: Sea Change Foundation
Inside Philanthropy looks at the failure of foundations to invest in fostering a political and cultural environment that enables them to achieve their goals.Jeff Raikes, a co-founder of the Raikes...more
Foundation: Sea Change Foundation
Inside Philanthropy looks at the failure of foundations to invest in fostering a political and cultural environment that enables them to achieve their goals.Jeff Raikes, a co-founder of the Raikes...more
Tiny Feet, Big Moment: Dragon Nest Daycare Opens For Jcs Staff 
The Dragon Nest, the districta€™s new staff daycare, officially opened its doors, marking a milestone for JCS.Daycare Coordinator Kim Alexander and Annette Beckwith, director of early...more
The Dragon Nest, the districta€™s new staff daycare, officially opened its doors, marking a milestone for JCS.Daycare Coordinator Kim Alexander and Annette Beckwith, director of early...more
Coral Vita: Over $8 Million Series A Raised For Scaling Reef Restoration 
Coral Vita: Over $8 million Series A Raised For Scaling Reef Restoration.Coral reefs support 25% of marine life and generate about $2.7 trillion annually.coral reefs face dire threats from climate...more
Coral Vita: Over $8 million Series A Raised For Scaling Reef Restoration.Coral reefs support 25% of marine life and generate about $2.7 trillion annually.coral reefs face dire threats from climate...more
Focus on Cost-Effective Climate Adaptation Strategies 
Also speaking at the closing session of the second day of the forum was Hossain Zillur Rahman, chairperson of BRAC.Mohamed Nasheed, secretary general of the Climate Vulnerable Forum and former...more
Also speaking at the closing session of the second day of the forum was Hossain Zillur Rahman, chairperson of BRAC.Mohamed Nasheed, secretary general of the Climate Vulnerable Forum and former...more
Satish Sharma Emphasizes Scientific Innovation For Sustainable Agriculture 
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma today underscored the critical role of scientific innovation, technology...more
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma today underscored the critical role of scientific innovation, technology...more
Blue Angels Face Seafair Protests: What's Dod Doing on Climate?
The US Air Force's goal is to reduce emissions by 50% from 2008 levels by 2033 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2046.In April 2025, the Navy announced it was rescinding the Biden Administration's...more
The US Air Force's goal is to reduce emissions by 50% from 2008 levels by 2033 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2046.In April 2025, the Navy announced it was rescinding the Biden Administration's...more
Azrieli Earns Platinum in Maala Index Debut For Esg Efforts 
Azrieli Group joins Maala Index for the first time, earns Platinum rating thanks to key ESG efforts."We believe in environmental Zionism a concept that connects building the land with preserving...more
Azrieli Group joins Maala Index for the first time, earns Platinum rating thanks to key ESG efforts."We believe in environmental Zionism a concept that connects building the land with preserving...more
Ksum's Innovation Festival Shifts Focus Beyond Startups and Tech 
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is gearing up to host the first-ever Kerala Innovation Festival.The two-day event, expected to draw over 10,000 participants, is being positioned as more than just...more
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is gearing up to host the first-ever Kerala Innovation Festival.The two-day event, expected to draw over 10,000 participants, is being positioned as more than just...more
Harvard Names Serial Entrepreneur Jill Kravetz As Executive Director of Innovation Labs 
Kravetz said she had been interested in the director position for years, but found that it was never the right time.She said she was particularly excited to be joining the i-Lab now, with...more
Kravetz said she had been interested in the director position for years, but found that it was never the right time.She said she was particularly excited to be joining the i-Lab now, with...more
Climate Connections: Summer Solidarity, Sun and Smoke 
Climate Smart Missoula has established Clean Air Centers to help residents stay healthy when wildfire smoke rolls in.Each Clean Air Center has an indoor air quality sensor and has the necessary...more
Climate Smart Missoula has established Clean Air Centers to help residents stay healthy when wildfire smoke rolls in.Each Clean Air Center has an indoor air quality sensor and has the necessary...more
Friday August 1, 2025
Social Entrepreneurship
Spotlight
When it Comes to Social Enterprises, Failure is the Best Platform for Innovation
In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.
