Advancing Climate Tech for People & Communities in the Pacific Northwest
Our Vision
We envision a Pacific Northwest where place-based climate innovation keeps people safe and communities thriving. We are creating a future where entrepreneurs building technologies get the support they need, and the communities most impacted by climate change have a voice in designing the solutions meant to help them.
Our Mission
VertueLab funds and supports Pacific Northwest entrepreneurs building climate technologies that keep people safe—backing innovations that protect communities and ensure an equitable climate transition.
As the first organization in the country to make direct, program-related investments in climate tech startups, we have proven that our unique model can accelerate climate solutions that are key to reversing the climate crisis.
690+
jobs created
80+
companies funded
$600M+
in follow-on funding
$9.5M+
invested by VertueLab
New & Noteworthy
VertueLab’s 2025 Annual Impact Report
We're proud and excited to share our 2025 Annual Impact Report with you. This report looks back on a year of building a foundation of programs and ecosystems to accelerate a just transition.
Formidable Woman Us. Feature — Aina Abiodun
VertueLab President & CEO Aina Abiodun has been featured in Formidable Woman Us. The piece dives deep into Aina's background, focusing on how her experiences shaped her to become a fearless climate advocate.
Check out Forbes Magazine’s January feature of the Seattle Climate Innovation Hub. This article highlights the essential work being done by VertueLab and our partners at the Hub, and celebrates a year of accomplishments!
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