The future is rapidly approaching.
This series will explore 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲, Technology, and Resilience.
Drawing from past learnings and current innovations, leading startup experts share their most compelling insights. Let's grow!
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆
Fifty percent of organizations are diving headfirst into climate mitigation technology. This evolution extends far beyond solar panels and electric cars.
In the next five years, we'll see the emergence of AI-powered energy grids optimizing renewable sources, drought-resistant crops, carbon removal tech, sustainable fuels, and more resilient infrastructure.
This evolution is about building a future where technology enables humanity and the environment to thrive together.
Jenny Fielding is the Co-founder and Managing Partner at Everywhere Ventures, a first-check venture fund and founder community like no other.
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆
Traditionally, startups were motivated by our genetic impulses to seek status, protect families, and bond with a tribe. While this approach may drive progress, it doesn't necessarily promote well-being.
Our genes don’t care if we’re happy—only if we replicate.
Next year, however, more startups will wrestle with how to harness genetic drives to create a more prosperous, advanced, and better world.
Nathan Blew leads a team of fractional CTOs and Product leaders at Convex Consulting, helping startups verify PMF, scale, and succeed.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
As low-carbon tech becomes cost-competitive and drop-in ready, corporations will (as usual) minimize costs and maximize profits.
As sustainability further aligns with capitalism, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer will merge into the core duties of CFOs and Procurement Officers.
The last 30 years of solar energy innovation and production illustrates this future for all carbon intensive industries: cheaper, better, AND more sustainable solutions will be commonplace.
Peter Nocchiero is the Founder of Alternate Future, a ClimateTech-focused advisory and consulting shop.
𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆
Self-aware high school students make better choices about their education—whether to attend college, what to study, and which college fits them best.
Research shows that thoughtful college planning reduces debt, increases graduation rates, and even improves health and voter engagement.*
When students align their education with their authentic selves, they create a ripple effect of positive change that spans generations.
Henry Woodbridge is the Founder & CEO of Mapt (Techstars '24), a gamified mobile app that helps students develop core values and passions.
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