Danny Hayes
Chief Executive Officer @ Climate Transition Swiss AG
Zürich, Switzerland
Danny Hayes is a seed investor at Climate Transition Swiss AG in Zürich focused on Clean Energy and Cyber Security. As the CEO of Climate Transition Swiss AG, I lead a Swiss company that develops and finances green, resilient infrastructure projects across North America, Europe, and Japan. With over 20 years of international business experience, I have a strong track record of delivering sustainable energy solutions that create positive environmental and socialimpact.In addition to my role as CEO, I am also a Lobbyist for Climate Policy at the U.S. House of Representatives, where I focus on influencing environmental initiatives in Japan and Europe. I am passionate about advocating for climate action and fostering global collaboration on this urgent issue. I am also a member of the Forbes Business Council and a regular contributor to their climate section, where I share my insights and expertise on green business and policy.
- Total investments:
- 11
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 91%
Last updated:
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Industries Danny Hayes invests in
Stages Danny Hayes invests in
Countries Danny Hayes invests in
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Contacts
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Round size
- Seed
- $1M–$10M
- Pre-Seed
- $800k–$4M
Investment Focus
Industry
- Clean Energy 2 (18%)
- Cyber Security 2 (18%)
- Finance 1 (9%)
- Lending 1 (9%)
- Aerospace 1 (9%)
Stage
- Seed 3 (27%)
- Pre-Seed 2 (18%)
- Funding Round 2 (18%)
Country
- United States 4 (36%)
- Switzerland 1 (9%)
Investments
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Climate Transition Swiss AG
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Climate Transition Corporation, established in 2022 with headquarters in Iwate, Japan, and Santa Monica, California, is a company focused on climate transition. Holding diverse assets strategically positioned for global large-scale development, we are committed to driving positive environmental impact. | $10M / Seed / Apr 01, 2024 | |
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Climate Transition Swiss AG
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Climate Transition Corporation, established in 2022 with headquarters in Iwate, Japan, and Santa Monica, California, is a company focused on climate transition. Holding diverse assets strategically positioned for global large-scale development, we are committed to driving positive environmental impact. | Nov 27, 2023 | |
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Climate Transition Swiss AG
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Climate Transition Corporation, established in 2022 with headquarters in Iwate, Japan, and Santa Monica, California, is a company focused on climate transition. Holding diverse assets strategically positioned for global large-scale development, we are committed to driving positive environmental impact. | Nov 27, 2023 | |
Climate Transition Development
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Climate Transition Development Corporation (CTD) is leading the Green Snow Project – an innovative hybrid renewable energy venture in Northern Japan. The company's mission is to revolutionize Japan’s renewable energy sector by harnessing the abundant low to medium-heat geothermal resources available in the region.Together with ourdevelopment partners, TerraScale Inc. and Global Family, the company is committed to tackling the challenges of the geothermal energy sector and transforming the way Japan generates power. The company's work forms an integral part of the Japan-US collaboration on geothermal energy development and aims to significantly reduce fossil fuel reliance and cut carbon emissions. | May 03, 2023 | |
TerraScale Systems
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Welcome to TerraScale Systems! We are a Joint venture that is determined to make a difference in the world by pushing the boundaries of green government and enterprise-focused projects, as well as the field of Post-Quantum technology integrations.We are proud to have a presence in Eastern Europe, the United States, and Japan, and are dedicated toproviding our customers with the best solutions possible. We strive to create innovative solutions that will make a lasting impact on the world, as we believe that sustainability is key to our success.We are excited to share our expertise and passion for cutting-edge technology with the global community. Our team of experts is driven to create products and services that will make a real difference in how the world works. At TerraScale Systems, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. We are always looking for new ways to make our solutions more efficient and environmentally friendly. Our goal is to help create a brighter future for generations to come! | Pre-Seed / Nov 20, 2022 | |
Mountain Gate
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Danny is the CEO and Co-Founder, TerraScale and the world's first 3-time award-winning green digital infrastructure developer/designer; 2020 outstanding property, 2021 innovative architecture, 2021 novum design award.This led to Danny Hayes being asked to be the Global Program Manager of the United Nations ImPPPact Program within theC.R.E.A.M. European PPP Alliance. Danny is also a managing partner of Hudson Capital Advisors and is currently being advised by Goldman Sachs.Danny is also the emeritus director of Green Cross International.Danny develops sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing energy and digital infrastructure challenges. Our various projects are at the bleeding edge of technological innovation and sustainable development, including Project Energos (critical infrastructure), TerraFinance, Global Vision 33, cybersecurity IP, MedTech, and more. Danny isn't just working towards the U.N. SDGs- it's built around them. Past experience includes advising institutions, governments, corporations, and individual HNW clientele on developing smart, resilient infrastructure, master planning of industry development, large unit global sales, business negotiations with Fortune 500 companies, and lobbying political entities. Former Metals Trader (2011-16, Noble House Metal Trading).Overall Mission: To better the planet through proper climate infrastructure implementation. | Seed / Sep 01, 2022 | |
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Mountain Gate
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Danny is the CEO and Co-Founder, TerraScale and the world's first 3-time award-winning green digital infrastructure developer/designer; 2020 outstanding property, 2021 innovative architecture, 2021 novum design award.This led to Danny Hayes being asked to be the Global Program Manager of the United Nations ImPPPact Program within theC.R.E.A.M. European PPP Alliance. Danny is also a managing partner of Hudson Capital Advisors and is currently being advised by Goldman Sachs.Danny is also the emeritus director of Green Cross International.Danny develops sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing energy and digital infrastructure challenges. Our various projects are at the bleeding edge of technological innovation and sustainable development, including Project Energos (critical infrastructure), TerraFinance, Global Vision 33, cybersecurity IP, MedTech, and more. Danny isn't just working towards the U.N. SDGs- it's built around them. Past experience includes advising institutions, governments, corporations, and individual HNW clientele on developing smart, resilient infrastructure, master planning of industry development, large unit global sales, business negotiations with Fortune 500 companies, and lobbying political entities. Former Metals Trader (2011-16, Noble House Metal Trading).Overall Mission: To better the planet through proper climate infrastructure implementation. | $2M / Seed / Mar 23, 2022 | |
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Mountain Gate
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Danny is the CEO and Co-Founder, TerraScale and the world's first 3-time award-winning green digital infrastructure developer/designer; 2020 outstanding property, 2021 innovative architecture, 2021 novum design award.This led to Danny Hayes being asked to be the Global Program Manager of the United Nations ImPPPact Program within theC.R.E.A.M. European PPP Alliance. Danny is also a managing partner of Hudson Capital Advisors and is currently being advised by Goldman Sachs.Danny is also the emeritus director of Green Cross International.Danny develops sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing energy and digital infrastructure challenges. Our various projects are at the bleeding edge of technological innovation and sustainable development, including Project Energos (critical infrastructure), TerraFinance, Global Vision 33, cybersecurity IP, MedTech, and more. Danny isn't just working towards the U.N. SDGs- it's built around them. Past experience includes advising institutions, governments, corporations, and individual HNW clientele on developing smart, resilient infrastructure, master planning of industry development, large unit global sales, business negotiations with Fortune 500 companies, and lobbying political entities. Former Metals Trader (2011-16, Noble House Metal Trading).Overall Mission: To better the planet through proper climate infrastructure implementation. | $5M / Seed / Jan 05, 2022 | |
Energos
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What it is: Energos Platform is a full-scale online automated marketplace bringing together developers, financiers, environmental resources, and nature conservation initiatives. The platform will be a one-stop-shop connecting project(s) and firms to funding, partners, and the support they need to be successful. Underpinned by a state-of-the-art AIautomated underwriting system. The Platform: Energos Platform will be built around the ecosystem of partners, project pipeline, financing ability, designs, know-how, and more TerraScale has assembled and developed since its inception. Financing: Energos Platform will offer numerous financing options, including traditional loans, impact investing, and crowdfunding. It will allow organizations globally to access financing, post their project profiles, find business partners, and list their services. | $1M / Seed / Feb 11, 2021 | |
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Mountain Gate
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Danny is the CEO and Co-Founder, TerraScale and the world's first 3-time award-winning green digital infrastructure developer/designer; 2020 outstanding property, 2021 innovative architecture, 2021 novum design award.This led to Danny Hayes being asked to be the Global Program Manager of the United Nations ImPPPact Program within theC.R.E.A.M. European PPP Alliance. Danny is also a managing partner of Hudson Capital Advisors and is currently being advised by Goldman Sachs.Danny is also the emeritus director of Green Cross International.Danny develops sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing energy and digital infrastructure challenges. Our various projects are at the bleeding edge of technological innovation and sustainable development, including Project Energos (critical infrastructure), TerraFinance, Global Vision 33, cybersecurity IP, MedTech, and more. Danny isn't just working towards the U.N. SDGs- it's built around them. Past experience includes advising institutions, governments, corporations, and individual HNW clientele on developing smart, resilient infrastructure, master planning of industry development, large unit global sales, business negotiations with Fortune 500 companies, and lobbying political entities. Former Metals Trader (2011-16, Noble House Metal Trading).Overall Mission: To better the planet through proper climate infrastructure implementation. | $4M / Pre-Seed / Jul 09, 2020 | |
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About Climate Transition Swiss AG
Climate Transition Corporation, established in 2022 with headquarters in Iwate, Japan, and Santa Monica, California, is a company focused on climate transition. Holding diverse assets strategically positioned for global large-scale development, we are committed to driving positive environmental impact.
Climate Transition Swiss AG Contacts
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Danny Hayes
Chief Executive Officer
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Godai Furusawa
Chairman of the Board
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Adriant Harrison
Chief Sales Officer
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Brig. General (Ret.) Robert D. Bowie
Senior Advisor
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Bruce Raben
Chief Financial Officer
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FAQ
What does Danny Hayes invest in?
Danny Hayes invests primarily in Clean Energy, Cyber Security and Finance startups, most often at Seed and Pre-Seed stage. Most of the 11 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What is Danny Hayes's check size?
Danny Hayes typically joins rounds of $1M–$10M at Seed and $800k–$4M at Pre-Seed. These ranges are 10th–90th percentile round sizes calculated from confirmed public funding rounds, so they are a realistic guide to the rounds Danny Hayes participates in.
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When did Danny Hayes last invest?
The most recent investment recorded for Danny Hayes closed in Apr 2024. Shizune tracks 11 investments in total for this profile, including round sizes, stages and portfolio companies, all sourced from confirmed public funding rounds and refreshed monthly.
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