Tom Hardy

Co-founder & CTO, Elbow Beach Capital

Tom co-founded Elbow Beach Capital in 2021. Tom is responsible for the technical and environmental impact analysis of prospective investee companies. Following investment, Tom supports founders in optimising their technologies and building their Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) frameworks.

With two decades of experience working in conservation, sustainability and environmental technology, Tom has specialised in helping businesses balance growth and sustainability. As an environmental consultant, he has advised companies and individuals on the legislative and regulatory drivers for nature conservation and sustainability.

Tom holds a BSc and an MSc in Oceanography from the University of Southampton.

panel discussion: 11:10 – 11:55

Opportunities for Investing in Clean Energy Innovations

This discussion will explore emerging trends in the clean energy space and what budding technologies are set to offer ground-breaking solutions here in the UK and globally. From energy efficient technologies to renewable energy sources on the rise, this panel will bring together early stages investors to share perspectives on clean energy opportunities ripe for investment and where investors should be looking.