TIACON25 Main Stage - Why the time is now for climatetech in SEA

Southeast Asia is on the front lines of the climate crisis, but it's also a hotbed of innovation. With growing economies, increasing urbanization, and abundant natural resources, the region is uniquely positioned to lead the green transition. So, what are the catalysts turning this challenge into a multi-billion dollar opportunity for climatetech? Join Michael Gryseels, Founder and Managing Partner at Antares Ventures, as he makes a compelling case for why the time for climatetech investment and innovation in Southeast Asia is now. This session explores the market forces, policy shifts, and technological advancements creating a perfect storm for startups dedicated to building a sustainable future. Key insights from this session include: • The massive economic opportunities within SEA's green transition. • High-potential sectors for climatetech startups, from renewable energy to sustainable agriculture. • The role of venture capital in funding and scaling climate solutions. • How the region can leverage its unique advantages to become a global climatetech leader. Speaker: Michael Gryseels Founder and Managing Partner, Antares Ventures #TechinAsia #Climatetech #Sustainability #GreenTech #SoutheastAsia #ImpactInvesting Loved this session? Be the first to get exclusive updates and early bird access for Tech in Asia Conference 2026! Sign up for early interest now: https://bit.ly/49UyVZx ================= Let's keep in touch: • FB: https://www.facebook.com/techinasia/ • IG: https://www.instagram.com/techinasia/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/techinasia Tech in Asia (YC W15) is the largest English-language technology media company that focuses on Asia. From the latest news to the hottest trends and the boldest startups to the strongest titans, we cover everything tech in the region. Our goal is to build and serve Asia’s tech and startup community. Apart from producing and delivering quality editorial content, we connect brands with early adopters via Studios, our advertising agency unit. We organize tech conferences and events across Asia, and we operate the region’s go-to startup and technology jobs marketplace. See you on https://www.techinasia.com 🙂