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Rodi Guidero serves as the Executive Director of Breakthrough Energy, overseeing all climate and energy initiatives under Bill Gates. He also holds the position of Managing Partner at Breakthrough Energy Ventures, a fund dedicated to investing in early-stage technology companies focused on sustainable energy solutions.
Early Life and Education
Details about Guidero’s early life and education are not publicly available. His professional trajectory, however, reflects a deep commitment to advancing clean energy technologies and sustainable practices.
Career
Before his tenure at Breakthrough Energy, Guidero worked at BMGI (now Cascade Investment), the investment office managing Bill Gates’ assets and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust. In this role, he focused on investments in early-stage technology companies and venture capital funds. Earlier in his career, he served as the general counsel for two Silicon Valley-based venture capital firms.
Sustainability Highlights and Focus
Under Guidero’s leadership, Breakthrough Energy has made significant strides in promoting sustainable energy solutions:
- Investment in Clean Energy: The organization has raised over $4.5 billion since its founding in 2015, supporting more than 165 climate tech companies across various sectors and continents.
- Breakthrough Energy Summit: In October 2022, Guidero played a pivotal role in launching the inaugural Breakthrough Energy Summit in Seattle, bringing together leaders to discuss and promote clean industrial
- Expansion into Climate Adaptation: In 2022, Breakthrough Energy expanded its mission to include climate adaptation and established a later-stage fund to help clean-tech startups scale their technologies.
Looking Ahead
Guidero continues to lead Breakthrough Energy in its mission to accelerate the world’s transition to a clean energy future. His efforts focus on fostering innovation, securing investments, and implementing policies that support sustainable energy solutions globally.
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