
Understanding Corporate VC + turning methane into bitcoin w/ Nodal's Daniel Sechrest | E1611
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J+M kick off the show by discussing the ins and outs of corporate VC in this edition of VC Sunday School. (2:21) Then, Nodal Power CFO Daniel Sechrest talks with Molly about their independent power plants that convert methane from landfills into bitcoin. (26:38)
(0:00) J+M intro today's segments!
(2:21) What is Corporate VC + the motivations of CVC and founders who accept it
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(11:54) The different types of CVC firms & Climate focused CVC
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(26:38) Nodal Power CFO Daniel Sechrest joins Molly to break down how they turn landfill-based methane into bitcoin
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(39:09) Daniel breaks down the history of Nodal Power + how it makes money
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