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From Climate Crisis to Software Solution: Inside Watershed with Co-founder Christian Anderson

From Climate Crisis to Software Solution: Inside Watershed with Co-founder Christian Anderson

Update: 2025-09-01
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In this episode of Built in America, host Sam Mahmood sits down with Christian Anderson, co-founder of Watershed, to discuss building one of the most ambitious climate software companies out there. Christian shares the story behind Watershed’s founding and how a mission to reduce global carbon emissions turned into an enterprise-grade platform serving major companies worldwide.


He dives into the role of software and AI in tackling climate change, the importance of enterprise partnerships, and how data can drive meaningful environmental action. Christian also reflects on lessons from fundraising, scaling impact, and what it takes to help decarbonize the global economy.


Whether you're interested in sustainability, climate innovation, or building mission-driven companies, this episode offers an inside look at the future of climate tech—and the leaders working to shape it.


Let’s keep building… 


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From Climate Crisis to Software Solution: Inside Watershed with Co-founder Christian Anderson

From Climate Crisis to Software Solution: Inside Watershed with Co-founder Christian Anderson