Unicorn Nest news
Sphere raises $2M to help employees lobby for green 401(k) plans
– California-based startup Sphere wants to get employees to ask their employers for investment options that are not invested in fossil fuels.
– To do that it’s offering financial products that make it easier — it says — for employers to offer fossil-free investment options in their 401(k) plans.
– It has raised $2m funding round led by climate tech-focused VC Pale Blue Dot.
– It is also a registered “Public Benefit Corporation,” allowing it to campaign in public about climate change.
Unicorn Nest news
Climate X Raises $1.5M in Funding
– Climate X is a London UK-based climate Intelligence startup.
– The company raised $1.5m in funding.
– The round was led by Pale Blue Dot, with participation from Blue Wire Capital, A100x and Possibilian.
– The new investment will be used to expand operations, accelerate growth and its business reach.