Howdy, I'm Malte.
You know that moment when you realize you're part of something bigger than yourself? That's what happened when I helped found Heliogenesis. It all started with a question that kept me up at night: "How do we stop embarrassing ourselves in front of the planet?" Not the most conventional business pitch, I know, but hey – the best ideas rarely are. For the past decade, we've been on this wild journey of reimagining what's possible, building tools for a civilization that actually runs on sunlight. Pretty cool, right?
These days, I'm pouring my energy into Project MIRACLE, where we're turning these big dreams into reality. And no, we're not just trying to save the world – we're trying to make it thrive. Think open-source everything, communities breaking free from old systems, and technology that serves life instead of depleting it. It's like being a pirate, but instead of stealing gold, we're liberating knowledge and possibilities.
When I'm not dreaming up new possibilities, I keep a Request for Collaboration list – think of it as my "wouldn't it be amazing if..." collection. It's where I throw all the ideas that keep me excited about the future. If any of these spark your imagination too, drop me a line. The best conversations often start with "what if..."
Speaking of making things real, I couldn't resist creating le melo. It's my take on what a business can be when you care about both people and planet. On the surface, it's a sports drink that keeps you feeling amazing with just 5g of sugar. But really? It's a small rebellion against the idea that we have to choose between good business and good stewardship. Sometimes the best way to change the system is to build something better.
Climate change keeps a lot of us up at night, I know. But here's the thing – I've never been more optimistic. Through our MIRACLE Factory Network and the Vida Nova Fund, we're discovering that regenerative solutions aren't just possible – they're already happening. Every day, I get to work with people who are proving that we can build systems that serve both people and planet. It's like watching a garden grow in what everyone thought was concrete.
My role in all this? I'm a bridge builder. Between the dreams and the doing, between what is and what could be. When things get overwhelming (and trust me, they do), I focus on creating practical pathways to this future we're imagining. It's not always easy, but it's always worth it.
Right now, I'm splitting my time between Istanbul and Berlin, two cities that never fail to inspire me. My latest adventure? Setting up a regenerative home that practices what we preach. It's part experiment, part demonstration, and entirely exciting. Imagine a space where technology, nature, and human creativity dance together in service of life. That's what I'm building.
Want to be part of this story? Check out my Socials or dive deeper into the Heliogenesis movement. The future we're building has room for everyone who dreams of a world where humans and nature thrive together. And between you and me? We're just getting started.
Last updated: May 25, 2024