It’s the fifth and (for now) final episode, and Tom finds himself facing the challenge that all founders will face: how to make the numbers work. So he whips out his calculator, picks up the phone, and starts sending off those grant applications. Amidst it all, he’s dealing with a cold workspace, grappling with contracts, and taking his first foray into filmmaking. Sure, he’s picked up a few new skills lately. But the question is: can he find a buyer for his credits? And, ultimately, will he get the funds he needs to make this all happen?

Grounded is the story of a startup that wants to remove carbon from the atmosphere and help reshape our relationship with the planet. Ideally without burning to the ground in the process.

Follow the podcast to hear Tom’s journey, or visit restord.earth to learn more about the project.

Thank you to the guests who featured in this episode, including:

• Peter Fisher – Director, Bennetts Associates
• Ben Hopkins – Associate, Bennetts Associates
• Peter Mayer – Partner, Stairs Dillenbeck Finley Mayer PLLC
• Councillor Martyn Alvey – Portfolio Holder for Environment and Climate Change, Cornwall Council (Councillor Alvey recorded this conversation in April 2024, prior to the UK pre-election period.)

Grounded: A Climate Startup Journey is:

hosted by Tom Previte,

produced by Ben Weaver-Hincks,

with graphic design by Liubov Pankiv,

and marketing and promotional support by Paola Sáenz and Jack Turnham

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