Solar Sprout: Agrivoltaics Start-Up Pitch
Imperial College London
MSc Sustainable Energy Futures
Year
2024
Working in a team, I co-developed Solar Sprout, a start-up idea that integrates solar PV with agriculture. My role was to conduct market research and financial modelling before building a compelling investment case.
We pitched the project to Jacobs’ senior executives, competing against other teams. Our concept placed runner-up, and I learned how to distil technical ideas into clear, persuasive business stories.
Skills gained: Market research, commercial strategy, financial analysis, pitching to executives, start-up mindset