In this episode of New World in the Making, I sit down with Michael Langguth, co-founder of Carbon13, a venture builder dedicated to creating scalable climate tech startups designed to reduce global emissions at scale.

Carbon13 works with experienced founders to build companies that tackle climate change through innovation, entrepreneurship, and systems thinking. But what does it really take to build a climate tech startup today?

Michael shares his journey into founding Carbon13, shaped by his own entrepreneurial experiences and the conviction that aligning personal values with business goals is essential for long-term impact.

Together, we explore:

What makes climate tech different from other startup sectors
Why strong co-founder relationships are foundational
The average age and background of climate founders (and why that matters)
The financial sustainability challenge for early-stage founders
How venture builders like Carbon13 enable innovation
The evolving landscape of climate tech investment
Why media narratives often overlook positive climate progress
Infrastructure and political barriers slowing down innovation
The urgent need to “help people switch” to better solutions

This conversation moves beyond headlines and explores the real mechanics behind building companies that can meaningfully reduce emissions.

If climate change isn’t going away, then neither is the need for entrepreneurship.

This episode is for anyone curious about:

Climate tech and sustainability startups
Venture builders and startup ecosystems
Entrepreneurship aligned with impact
Investment trends in climate innovation
The future of energy, infrastructure, and carbon intelligence

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About Carbon13

Carbon13 is a climate-focused venture builder working with experienced founders to create scalable startups capable of significantly reducing global carbon emissions.

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→ Find out more about Carbon13: https://carbonthirteen.com/about-us/

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⚠️ Disclaimer

All content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, investment, or legal advice. The views expressed by the guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect my personal views or positions. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and form their own conclusions.

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