A comprehensive snapshot yet of Australia’s rapidly accelerating climate tech ecosystem. Featuring insights from 80 companies and 37 sustainability leaders, this year’s report paints a picture of an industry that has not just grown, but is gearing up for its next major leap forward.

In this edition, Mick emphasises the importance of realism and grace in climate action, arguing that imperfect efforts still count in a fuelled world. Reflecting on personal choices and public figures like Mike Cannon-Brookes, he contends that "climate hypocrisy" is unavoidable but shouldn't stall progress. The newsletter also features community insights, highlights from climate tech—including Nourish Ingredients’ precision fermentation breakthrough—and a roundup of events, funding, and jobs. It concludes with a spotlight on how AI is transforming battery technology for the clean energy future.

Australia is producing some incredible climate solutions and we have a world of opportunity to grow them to their full-impact potential. Which markets to target first is not an easy decision.

As the world accelerates efforts to combat climate change, hardware innovations are critical. From renewable energy storage to large scale carbon capture and use, we are going to need a million new hardware products.

Despite global challenges, climate tech continues to advance in 2025. Falling clean energy costs, strong government policies, corporate commitments, and resilient investment are driving progress. Innovations in hard-to-abate sectors, growing consumer demand, and expanding carbon markets further support optimism. Public activism and startup resilience ensure continued momentum towards a sustainable future.

That's a wrap on our 2nd Global Growth Program Cohort!

We've returned from our third trade mission to San Francisco, with some key learnings and reflections

When is the right stage for Australian companies to scale offshore? And how can you prepare to expand to another region?