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WovenEarth Ventures is betting that early-stage cleantech, from geothermal energy to battery storage to critical minerals, will be central to reshaping the global economy. “We believe we are in the midst of a massive innovation wave: We call it Cleantech 2.0,” said WovenEarth’s Jane Woodward.

All Aboard Coalition, the ambitious investment collaborative launched last year to mobilize $300 million in venture funding for promising climate tech companies, has closed its funding round. The group secured roughly $133 million, less than half of its original target, a sign of the tough fundraising environment for climate tech. But the fund’s Stan Miranda says the coalition is growing and has attracted new strategic partners, including a large UK family office.

Climate Finance Alder Point Capital Management acquires undermanaged timberland and farmland and partners with local farmers, foresters and operators to restore soil, water and forest health (see profile on ImpactAlpha Edge).