Ep. 142: Aaron Ratner, President of Cross River Infrastracture Partners

Today's guest is Aaron Ratner, President of Cross River Infrastructure Partners.

Cross River Infrastructure Partners is a platform of development companies deploying climate technology and capital into sustainable infrastructure projects. It focuses on conversion projects in the climate, renewable energy, and sustainable food spaces.

Aaron has a wide swath of knowledge across finance, investing, and development. He worked in financial services in Hong Kong and commercial impact investing at i2 Capital. Aaron transitioned into sustainable infrastructure investing, taking a developer residency at Generate Capital and as the Managing Director of Ultra Capital. As President at Cross River, Aaron and his team develop and invest in the deployment of climate technologies into sustainable infrastructure projects. In addition, Aaron also serves as a Venture Partner at Vectr Ventures, an early-stage venture studio.

Aaron's perspective and expertise led to a lively discussion about how he got hooked on climate, the infrastructure investment market, and Cross River Infrastructure Partners' role. We also analyze Cleantech 1.0's downfall, the lessons learned, and how Cleantech 2.0 can succeed. Aaron is an exciting guest, and this episode is a must-listen if you are interested in large-scale infrastructure investment and development!

Enjoy the show!

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Episode recorded January 25th, 2020

Notes: Aaron mentions six key criteria to get a project financed: 1. Developer - it all starts with the developer 2. Site and permits - site security and all permits in place 3. Feedstock/inputs - long-term contract for inputs 4. Offtake/outputs - long-term contracts for outputs 5. EPC & O&M (construction/engineering provider and Operations & Maintenance provider) - credible engineering firm to design and build and operate the project 6. Technology & Systems - proven technologies with reference or pilot facilities in operation

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