Say hi to Stride! This Vietnam-based startup installs eco-friendly solar products to help local consumers transition to a low-carbon lifestyle. And they’ve just raised a $2M seed! 

Investor check. The round was co-led by Singapore’s Clime Capital and Touchstone Partners.

• Clime Capital also manages SEACEF, which funds other early stage cleantech startups. 

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😥 The cost of going green

Adopting clean energy is great for the environment, but not for everyone’s pockets. High upfront fees make it tough for you and I, as well as small businesses to make the green transition. 

• Installation typically costs 25M VND to 30M VND (around $1,070 to $1,280) per 10 sq m. of solar panel. 
• So, even though the country has the lowest ‘levelized’ (aka, lowest) cost of solar energy in SEA, it doesn’t reach the average homeowner or business. 

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🔤 The ABCs of Stride

Stride can install solar panels and complete home improvement projects (turn your house into a smart home!) fast.  

• Don’t break the bank. They have a 0% interest rates and a repayment term of up to 36 months. 
• Doesn't get easier than this. Apply online through their mobile app. You only need your National ID to get approved.  
• Save the earth and your $$$. Installing solar panels can cut down your monthly bills. 

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💸 What’s with the $$$? 

They’ll be focused on bringing on more customers and increasing their capacity to provide cleantech.