In this episode, Tim Schumacher, General Partner at World Fund, an impact investor and entrepreneur, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges of being a founder. He shares the remarkable story of Ecosia, the largest independent European search engine that uses its profits to plant trees. Tim also introduces the World Fund, a venture capital company focused on investing in startups that decarbonize the economy. He highlights the value he brings as an investor and shares his inspirations and advice for entrepreneurs. Tim envisions a future where we overcome our dependence on fossil fuels and live within planetary boundaries. He hopes to make a lasting impact through his work in sustainability and climate change.

Takeaways

1.Investors can help with introductions, networks, and expertise, but it's founders who ultimately need to do the work themselves.

2.Investing in startups that decarbonize the economy is essential for addressing climate change.

3.We've got to overcome our dependence on fossil fuels and live within planetary boundaries.