Today on My Climate Journey, we’re bringing back a familiar voice: Jason Jacobs, Founder and Venture Partner at MCJ. In this special episode, Cody and Jason reflect on the evolution of MCJ and its mission to drive climate innovation. While this is the last episode under the My Climate Journey name, don’t worry—the show isn’t going away. The format will stay the same, but a new name is coming soon. Cody and Jason share lessons learned, the ongoing need for collaboration, and gratitude for the community built along the way.

In this episode, we cover: 

• [1:57] Jason's early climate journey and where MCJ fits in the transition
• [4:15] How Jason's feelings about climate change have evolved 
• [6:43] The nature of discussion around topics like climate change
• [9:19] Jason's updated role at MCJ
• [10:31] His hopes for the future of the firm 
• [11:15] Advice for folks starting their own climate journeys
• [12:11] Jason's thoughts on the role of oil and gas in the transition 
• [13:17] And the role of activism 
• [14:47] Jason's thoughts on the category of climate tech and market forces
• [17:50] Our collective responsibility to address the systems problem 
• [19:57] The role of the MCJ show going forward

Episode recorded on Oct 22, 2024 (Published on Oct 31, 2024)

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