Analysis

February 10, 2022

Atomico hires inaugural ESG head, as VCs wake up to consumer push for impact

The London VC is the first of its kind to adopt an ESG lead. Is this the new hottest hire in town?


The Atomico office in central London is an eco-warrior’s dream. The building is carbon-neutral, the in-house chef limits meat consumption and food waste, its giant annual report is printed on recycled paper and partners have guidelines to make working from home greener. 

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