I'm preparing for an interview with a startup in the climate / ESG / Agritech space. I need some support with a case prep. If you are an expert, can you please comment below so I can reach out? No generalists please as this is a very technical subject.
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hey there :)
you can position yourself well even without being a pure domain expert by showing structured thinking plus a bit of targeted knowledge. in climate / agri tech cases, they usually care about how you link technology to real impact and economics.
focus your prep on understanding the value chain, like inputs, farming, distribution, and where the tech creates value. then always connect three things in your answer: business viability, scalability, and environmental impact like CO2 reduction or resource efficiency. that combination is what they’re really testing.
if you phrase it well, you can even say: “While I’m not a deep technical specialist, one of my strengths is quickly structuring complex topics and combining business and sustainability perspectives to drive practical decisions.” that lands very well.
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Alessa :)
you may be over-indexing on sector expertise.
Case interviews at climate, ESG, or agritech startups still test the same core skills. Structure, hypothesis, math, exhibits, recommendations. A strong case coach can prep you well, even without deep agritech experience.
Sector context is something you can build yourself in two to three days of focused reading. Pick up BCG, McKinsey, and Bain reports on climate tech, carbon markets, and sustainable agriculture. Add a few from CIFF, World Bank, and FAO. That is enough fluency to handle sector framing.
If your round is technical or domain-deep, yes, find a sector expert. If it is a standard case round, prioritise a strong case coach. Good case skills travel across industries. Sector knowledge does not save you if your structuring is weak.
Happy to help if useful. Good luck.
