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Exploring Career Paths in Climate Action with Fiona Spruill and Peter Ellis
Apr 22, 2024
CEO Fiona Spruill of Overstory and Peter Ellis from Nature Conservancy discuss career paths in climate action, emphasizing the urgency of the climate crisis and the opportunities in sustainability. They explore transitioning careers, networking in climate tech, and the importance of natural climate solutions in combating climate change.
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- Transitioning careers to focus on climate action is possible, as shown by Fiona Spruill's journey from a corporate role to CEO of a climate tech company.
- Engaging in natural climate solutions, like protecting tropical forests, plays a vital role in mitigating climate change, urging individuals to take action.
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Transitioning Careers to Address the Climate Crisis
Many individuals, like Fiona Sproul, find themselves transitioning their careers to focus on addressing the pressing issue of climate change. Fiona, after a break following her previous job, realized the need to contribute to solving the climate crisis. She embarked on a journey to explore opportunities in sustainability, eventually landing a role at Overstory, a climate tech startup in Amsterdam, focusing on using AI to prevent wildfires and enhance grid reliability.
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