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Will Big Bets to Solve Climate Change Pay Off? With Rajiv Shah
Dec 18, 2023
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Rajiv Shah, former Administrator of USAID, discusses world hunger, pandemics, and climate change. He explains the impact of going big even if it results in failure. He talks about the recent UN Climate Conference, the revamping of global institutions, and the role of billionaire philanthropists. They also discuss the slow progress and lack of global agreement on climate change, loopholes in the COP 28 deal, the role of local companies in tackling climate change, and the use of AI to address climate change. They also explore efforts to bring solar power to Eastern Congo.
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- Setting bold goals and taking ambitious approaches can effectively address complex issues like childhood vaccinations and global poverty.
- Philanthropy needs to be informed by expert institutions, respectful of local communities, and aligned with broader policy and regulatory changes to ensure lasting impact.
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The importance of big bets and setting ambitious goals in philanthropy
Rajiv Shah discusses the value of setting bold goals and taking ambitious approaches to philanthropy. He emphasizes the need for deep learning, collaboration, and rigorous measurement of results in order to effectively address complex issues like childhood vaccinations and global poverty.
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