🌍 Can Africa lead the future of climate technology? In this inspiring episode of Tangelic Talks, co-hosts Victoria Cornelio and Andres Tamez sit down with Diana Maranga, Head of Commercialization at Octavia Carbon, Africa’s first direct air capture company based in Nairobi, Kenya.From her early inspiration by Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai to pioneering carbon removal technologies in Africa, Diana shares her remarkable journey bridging technology, sustainability, and social impact. She dives deep into how climate innovation, local talent, and community-centered leadership can redefine what equitable climate action looks like across the Global South.Climate Passion to Climate Tech: Diana Maranga on Innovation, Equity & Carbon Removal in Africa🎙️ Episode Highlights:💡 Diana’s journey from IT engineer to climate tech leader in Africa🌱 The power of local innovation: building climate solutions in Kenya⚙️ How direct air capture (DAC) works — and why it matters for the planet💰 The challenge of raising climate capital in emerging markets🧩 Carbon credits explained: myths, realities & opportunities for Africa🌍 Why inclusive policies and community engagement are key to climate justice💬 How Africa can move from being a recipient to a creator of climate technology🔹 About Our Guest: Diana Maranga is the Head of Commercialization at Octavia Carbon, leading revenue, partnerships, and carbon credit development at Africa’s first direct air capture company. With a background in IT and business intelligence, Diana champions innovation that blends profitability, social impact, and environmental justice.💬 Join the Conversation: What does climate justice through innovation mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments 👇✅ Don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe! Your support helps us amplify conversations on energy, equity, and empowerment. 🌍✨🌱 Love what we do? Help us grow and keep creating impactful content! Support our mission and be part of the change: TangelicLife.org🔖 #TangelicTalks #ClimateTechAfrica #CarbonRemoval #DirectAirCapture #AfricanInnovation #ClimateJustice #CleanTechRevolution #WomenInClimate #SustainableInnovation #ClimateLeadership #GlobalSouthVoices #EquitableClimateAction #ClimateEntrepreneurs #GreenEconomyAfrica #ClimateCapital #MadeInAfrica #TechForGood #ClimateSolutions #WangariMaathaiLegacy #CommunityImpact #ClimateEquity #SustainabilityInAction #AfricaLeadsClimate

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