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<p>Register for the Included VC <a href="https://events.zoom.us/ev/AqUB3jCK2gUwtqwzT4AVfktFhOSa2RWxnzLVv2AuzVUg5QL-sda3~Aidb1DVSHoviVitiw3zfHaGL_7ApHOEtXMQkSCwx979l1kKezpgTN1cQfA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Africa Reimagined: VC &amp; Beyond Summit</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Join Diana Maranga, Head of Commercialization at Octavia Carbon, as she shares her unique journey from growing up inspired by environmental hero Professor Wangari Mathai to leading a pioneering direct air capture and storage company in Kenya. In this episode, Diana discusses Octavia Carbon&#39;s early stages, key growth milestones, and the complex challenges of commercializing new technology in the climate tech sector. </p><p>She also delves into Kenya&#39;s advantageous position for direct air capture, the pivotal role of community engagement, and the broader implications for Africa&#39;s green transition.00:00 Introduction to Diana Maranga and Octavia Carbon00:17 Early Inspirations and Environmental Passion01:46 Career Path and Joining Octavia Carbon03:37 What is Octavia Carbon?05:17 Challenges and Growth in Direct Air Capture07:10 Kenya as a Hub for Climate Tech12:58 Commercialization and Market Challenges32:26 Community Engagement and Impact37:03 Defining Success and Avoiding Failure</p>

The Energy Talk - Storytellers of Africa's Energy Transition

Olubunmi Olajide

Direct Air Capture In Africa: Octavia Carbon’s Journey to a $5M Seed Round

MAR 11, 202542 MIN
The Energy Talk - Storytellers of Africa's Energy Transition

Direct Air Capture In Africa: Octavia Carbon’s Journey to a $5M Seed Round

MAR 11, 202542 MIN

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<p>Register for the Included VC <a href="https://events.zoom.us/ev/AqUB3jCK2gUwtqwzT4AVfktFhOSa2RWxnzLVv2AuzVUg5QL-sda3~Aidb1DVSHoviVitiw3zfHaGL_7ApHOEtXMQkSCwx979l1kKezpgTN1cQfA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Africa Reimagined: VC &amp; Beyond Summit</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Join Diana Maranga, Head of Commercialization at Octavia Carbon, as she shares her unique journey from growing up inspired by environmental hero Professor Wangari Mathai to leading a pioneering direct air capture and storage company in Kenya. In this episode, Diana discusses Octavia Carbon&#39;s early stages, key growth milestones, and the complex challenges of commercializing new technology in the climate tech sector. </p><p>She also delves into Kenya&#39;s advantageous position for direct air capture, the pivotal role of community engagement, and the broader implications for Africa&#39;s green transition.00:00 Introduction to Diana Maranga and Octavia Carbon00:17 Early Inspirations and Environmental Passion01:46 Career Path and Joining Octavia Carbon03:37 What is Octavia Carbon?05:17 Challenges and Growth in Direct Air Capture07:10 Kenya as a Hub for Climate Tech12:58 Commercialization and Market Challenges32:26 Community Engagement and Impact37:03 Defining Success and Avoiding Failure</p>