Renee Grogan

Honestly, let me school you on Renee Grogan, she’s the real deal in the world of green tech and responsible mining. So, she’s a W22 YC batch alum, but what really sets her apart is her crazy deep background in sustainability and resources, like, over 16 years worth. She’s been around the block with giants like Gold Fields, Newcrest, Nautilus Minerals, all in the mining game but with a twist: she’s super passionate about making it all sustainable and responsible.

She’s now a co-founder of Impossible Metals, which she jumped into in 2021 with a squad that includes Oliver, Jason, and Ken. These guys are working on some advanced stuff, underwater robots that can harvest battery minerals from the seabed without wrecking the marine life. Think about it, they’re tackling the supply chain crisis for critical minerals while keeping Mother Earth happy. That’s not just tech; that’s a movement. Renee’s role as Chief Sustainability Officer and VP of External Relations is basically her leading the charge on making sure this tech doesn’t just exist but actually helps the planet.

Her process? It’s all about fighting bullshit in extractive industries and pushing for a circular economy. She’s been in the trenches, dealing with permits, stakeholder talks, and environmental standards, and she’s seen how dumb it is to destroy the environment just to get resources. That’s why she’s so fired up about this underwater mining tech, it’s responsible, original, and could change the game for how we get what we need for green energy.

Bottom line, Renee isn’t just about making money; she’s about rethinking how we do mining, making it cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable. She’s proof that you can be a badass in tech and still care about the planet. No Cap, she’s one of those people who’s actually building the future, not just talking about it.