Clarum Advisors, a leader in energy transition strategy, has launched its Energy Transition Advisory Practice to accelerate the shift toward a low-carbon economy. Supported by ClearSky, a venture capital and growth equity firm specializing in cybersecurity and energy transition, this new initiative collaborates with innovative companies to advance renewable energy, decarbonization technologies, and sustainability solutions.
The Advisory Practice offers bespoke services that combine strategic, operational, and financial expertise with access to capital and a network of senior industry leaders. This approach aims to help clients navigate the complexities of the energy transition and achieve measurable, long-term success. ClearSky’s investment capital further enhances these efforts, enabling pioneering companies to drive real-world change.
Alex Weiss, CEO of ClearSky, stated:
“We are thrilled to partner with Clarum Advisors to accelerate the energy transition ecosystem. This collaboration strengthens our support for portfolio companies and investors while advancing groundbreaking technologies essential for a sustainable, low-carbon future.”
Clarum’s Advisory Practice is led by David Port, David Allen, Jan Vrins, and Molly Podolefsky, with a network of Senior Advisors, including experts such as Greg Wikler, Lisa Frantzis, and Karl Popham. Together, they bring expertise across clean technology, sustainability, utilities, capital markets, and financial restructuring.
“Our approach breaks the mold of traditional consulting,” said Molly Podolefsky, Director of Clarum Advisors. “We provide direct access to thought leaders and experts who are shaping the energy transition’s future and delivering meaningful change.”
David Port, Partner at Clarum Advisors, emphasized the importance of bridging innovation with sound financial strategy:
“Mobilizing venture capital, unlocking investment opportunities, and providing financial restructuring for clean tech startups is central to our mission of driving economy-wide decarbonization.”
Clarum Advisors invites industry partners to join its efforts in building a clean energy future. The Energy Transition Advisory Practice, in partnership with ClearSky, represents a significant step toward reducing emissions, fostering innovation, and ensuring a sustainable global economy.
