Despite the dominance of AI in startup funding, cleantech investments are on the rise, with $15 billion allocated in the first half of the year, indicating a potential rebound from previous lows. However, overall funding remains significantly lower than the peaks seen in 2021 and 2022, suggesting the sector is still underfunded relative to its growth potential.
While cleantech investment is not currently at its peak compared to 2021 and 2022, there is a notable upward trend in funding, with $15 billion poured into cleantech, EV, and sustainability sectors in the first half of the year. This suggests emerging opportunities for investment, especially considering the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions driven by global energy needs and the AI boom. Given the projected growth in clean energy's share of the power mix, this sector might be underfunded and poised for potential future gains, making it an area to monitor closely for strategic investment.