Category Archives: English

Climate Action Simplified: Thoughts for Non-Experts

Recently I was asked the following question in a chat group of former colleagues. I wrote the response below and thought I would share it with you. Question: “Diego, based on what you’ve studied, what are the 3 things that … Continue reading

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Latin American Startups Navigating Tough Fundraising Waters

Data from LAVCA provides a sobering look at how Latin American startups and founders are recalibrating their strategies in response to a persistently challenging fundraising market. Check out the following chart with data as of the end of 2022.

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New Podcast Alert: Join Me on “Mentors Today” as We Explore Venture Capitalism and Climate Advocacy

Hello, friends! I’m delighted to share that I was recently a guest on the superb podcast, “Mentors Today“. In a lively conversation with hosts Rob and Ileana, we covered a range of topics, from my journey in venture capitalism to … Continue reading

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Climate cartoon of the day

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A Tale of Two Stripes: Interpreting the Colors of Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss

At first glance, you might mistake this image for modern abstract art. Strips of shifting colors, each telling its own story. However, they represent a stark reality that’s impacting us all. In fact, out of my concern for our planet, … Continue reading

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Weathering the Storm: A Peek into LAVCA’s Q1 2023 Startup Investment Climate

The Latin American Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LAVCA) has just dropped its Q1 2023 report on investment activity in Latin America, and it’s not painting a pretty picture. Reflecting what many of us have been witnessing firsthand on … Continue reading

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Alterleap: a community for women passionate about the Planet

I am delighted to invite you to join Alterleap, a purpose-driven community founded by my amazing wife Ariana Gómez, for women who are passionate about the planet and eager to take action 🌿💚. Alterleap is focused on providing a supportive … Continue reading

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Book recommendations – April 2023

In this post, I’m sharing a curated list of books I’ve recently enjoyed, featuring a strong presence of female authors. Delve into these captivating reads and discover stories that span various genres and themes. Only fiction works in this batch.

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New realities of AI

Spot on by marketoonist.com.

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Greenhouse gases keep accumulating in the atmosphere and warming the planet

The key greenhouse gases methane and CO2 continue accumulating in the atmosphere. They are responsible for the warming of the planet that drives climate change. These gases are being generated by modern society through the burning of coal, oil, and … Continue reading

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