Direct Air Capture In Africa: Octavia Carbon’s Journey to a $5M Seed Round

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The Energy Talk - Storytellers of Africa's Energy Transition

Olubunmi Olajide

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We are the storytellers of Africa's energy transition, covering the perspectives of Financiers, Policymakers, and Operators dedicated to pushing the continent towards a sustainable energy future. The podcast is hosted by Olubunmi Olajide and produced by Chigozie Ubah. New episode every two weeks.

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Direct Air Capture In Africa: Octavia Carbon’s Journey to a $5M Seed Round

The Energy Talk - Storytellers of Africa's Energy Transition

42 minutes 22 seconds

8 months ago

Direct Air Capture In Africa: Octavia Carbon’s Journey to a $5M Seed Round

Join Diana Maranga, Head of Commercialization at Octavia Carbon, as she shares her unique journey from growing up inspired by environmental hero Professor Wangari Mathai to leading a pioneering direct air capture and storage company in Kenya. In this episode, Diana discusses Octavia Carbon's early stages, key growth milestones, and the complex challenges of commercializing new technology in the climate tech sector.

She also delves into Kenya's advantageous position for direct air capture, the pivotal role of community engagement, and the broader implications for Africa's green transition.00:00 Introduction to Diana Maranga and Octavia Carbon00:17 Early Inspirations and Environmental Passion01:46 Career Path and Joining Octavia Carbon03:37 What is Octavia Carbon?05:17 Challenges and Growth in Direct Air Capture07:10 Kenya as a Hub for Climate Tech12:58 Commercialization and Market Challenges32:26 Community Engagement and Impact37:03 Defining Success and Avoiding Failure