Executive Search Services for Clean Technology
Specialist executive search for clean tech and climate innovation, delivered by true sector experts.
Specialist Talent Acquisition for Clean Technology.
Clean technology is moving from the lab to large-scale deployment, and that shift demands bold, commercially minded leadership.
At Net Zero Search, we help clean tech investors and founders build the senior teams that take technical innovation and turn it into market-leading businesses.
From Series A scale-ups to $1B+ growth platforms, we place the executives who combine sector passion with operational excellence.
No junior researchers. No generic processes. Just partner-led search that moves at the pace of innovation.
We support a global client base across the Clean Technology landscape.
Who We Work With.
Venture Capital Firms backing breakthrough tech across carbon removal, grid optimisation, AI for climate, and more
Private Equity Funds scaling platform investments in clean tech and digital infrastructure
Founders and Scale-Up CEOs hiring commercial and technical leadership to unlock growth
Portfolio Companies in climate software, hardware, sensors, IoT, and automation
Energy and Industrial Corporates acquiring or building out clean innovation arms
We specialise in senior leadership recruitment across product, engineering, commercial, strategy, and operations, connecting high-growth clean tech with the talent to scale.
You’re not hiring a logo. You’re hiring outcomes. So ask yourself: is your current search partner actually delivering value? Or are they just a big name you use to cover yourself when the hire underdelivers?
Don’t Overpay for Mediocrity. Traditional search firms aren’t built for Clean Tech or Climate Innovation hiring.
Traditional Search Firms:
- Charge 30–50% of total comp
- Start every search from zero
- Hand off delivery to junior researchers
- Limited by restrictive hands-off agreements
Ready to Make a Strategic Clean Tech Hire?
We don’t follow the rules of traditional executive search because they don’t work for dynamic, innovation-led sectors like clean technology.
At Net Zero Search, we deliver fast, sector-led, and outcome-driven hiring solutions that are built around your goals, not ours.
If you’re serious about scaling leadership in climate tech, software, or sustainable innovation, we offer:
Direct access to the top clean tech talent shaping the energy transition
Searches delivered by actual experts—not researchers
Flexible, long-term pricing models that save you six figures and deliver real ROI
We are the go-to executive search partner for clean technology, trusted by the investors and operators building the future of sustainable innovation.
Let’s talk about what great looks like for your fund, your portfolio, and the planet.
What is Clean Technology?
Clean technology is a rapidly evolving sector focused on reducing environmental impact through innovation. It includes everything from renewable energy sources (e.g. solar and wind) to advanced battery storage, carbon capture, water purification, and energy efficient industrial systems.
These technologies are reshaping how we generate power, manufacture goods, manage waste, and futureproof infrastructure. The core goal of this industry is to drive sustainable growth while lowering carbon emissions and conserving resources.
Key Areas of Innovation in Clean Tech
NetZero Search works with pioneering businesses and talent across a broad range of clean tech sub-sectors, including:
Renewable Energy: Solar, wind, hydro, and bioenergy solutions that power systems without emissions.
Energy Storage: Battery tech and grid integration tools improving energy reliability and scalability.
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS): Technologies designed to trap and repurpose CO₂ emissions from industrial processes.
Smart Grid & Energy Efficiency: AI-driven tools and software that make power usage more intelligent and cost-effective.
Water & Waste Management: Innovative filtration, recycling, and waste-to-energy solutions for a cleaner planet.
These areas are at the forefront of decarbonisation and are drawing serious investment and talent attention worldwide.
Why Clean Technology Matters
Clean tech combines sustainability with commercial and operational advantage. Here’s why organisations are moving fast to adopt it:
Operational Efficiency: Modern systems reduce energy and maintenance costs.
Investment Potential: Billions are being funnelled into cleantech by VCs, private equity, and climate-focused funds.
Regulatory Compliance: Firms that lead in clean innovation are more prepared for tightening global regulations.
Brand Value: Customers, employees, and investors increasingly favour climate-conscious companies.
FAQs
What types of roles do you recruit for in clean technology?
We specialise in senior commercial, technical, and executive roles. Including CTOs, Heads of Product, Grid Integration Leads, Sustainability Officers, and Growth-focused C-Suite leaders.
Can you support international hiring in clean tech?
Yes. We work with clients across the UK, Europe, and North America—often helping global companies set up regional teams or localise operations.
How soon can you start?
We move quickly. Once we’ve aligned on your hiring priorities, we can begin talent mapping and outreach within days.
How Net Zero Search Supports the Clean Tech Ecosystem
We help clean technology companies hire leaders who can scale innovation, secure funding, and bring sustainable products to life.
Whether you’re building a team to commercialise a carbon capture breakthrough or scaling your battery tech platform across Europe, we can help you:
Identify and attract experienced executives in climate, energy, and deep tech.
Tap into niche candidate markets not accessible via traditional recruitment.
Reduce time-to-hire for critical roles in a competitive sector.
Build a talent acquisition strategy aligned with your funding and growth roadmap.
Our clients include early-stage startups, VC-backed scale-ups, and global firms reshaping industries through clean innovation.