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UpLink: Investing in Water Innovation

Water is crucial for human life and the economy, with its economic use value estimated at 60% of global GDP. However, investment in water solutions remains significantly low.

This is the full audio from a studio session on 12 September, 2024 with leading investors and innovators discussing the untapped potential in water solutions and exploring the findings of the recently launched community paper ‘Investing in Water: A Practical Guide.’

Panelists:

Kelven Lam, Investment Manager, Emerald Technology Ventures
Romeo Bütler, Principal, Verve Ventures
Catalina Pfenniger, Strategy Director, Kran Nanobubble
Anna Huber, UpLink Project Lead, Innovation Ecosystems, World Economic Forum (moderator)

Links:

Investing in Water: A Practical Guide: https://wef.ch/4d6u9GA

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