
#26-Beyond Passion: The Truth About Leading a Climate Tech Startup
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In this powerful conversation, Nadine Zidani sits down with Ragy Ramadan, founder of NoorNation — a bold clean energy startup from Egypt on a mission to bring solar power and safe water to underserved communities across Africa. From quitting his full-time job to facing project cancellation just 45 days later, Ragy opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of building a climate tech startup.
He shares how resilience became a core value at NoorNation, and why real impact requires more than passion — it demands persistence, sacrifice, and truth. We dive into the challenges of being a founder, the pressure of delivering payrolls, and the illusion of fast success in the world of social entrepreneurship. This episode is a raw, honest look at what it takes to bounce back — and keep going.
In This Episode, You’ll Gain Insights On:
- How NoorNation is transforming access to clean energy in remote rural areas.
- Ragy’s personal journey from corporate life to full-time purpose.
- The funding journey — and why choosing the right investors matters.
- Why innovation should come from within the region.
- The emotional and financial toll of building a startup.
- Advice for aspiring climate and impact entrepreneurs.
About Our Guest:
Ragy Ramadan is the founder of NoorNation, a clean energy venture aiming to empower 1 million people by 2028 through sustainable power and water solutions. With over 12 years of experience, he has trained 600+ professionals across the MENA region and is committed to impact-driven innovation.
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