John Doerr

Venture capitalist John Doerr, chair of Kleiner Perkins and author of bestsellers like "Measure What Matters," dives deep into climate solutions and the tech industry. He reflects on his early days in Silicon Valley, sharing humorous stories of persistence. Doerr discusses the impact of OKRs and Andy Grove's management philosophy on successful ventures. He stresses the urgent need for climate action to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and addresses the obstacles posed by fossil fuel industries, urging collective responsibility for a sustainable future.

Chairman of Kleiner Perkins, John Doerr, shares stories of investing in Google and the need for a CEO, the urgent action required for the climate crisis, balancing work and family, the opportunity of AI and sustainability, the invention of Amazon Prime, the Google CEO search, and how the iPhone nearly killed Apple.

John Doerr, chairman of Kleiner Perkins and author of "Measure What Matters," dives into his remarkable journey in venture capital. He shares the gripping story behind investing $12 million for a 12% stake in Google and highlights the importance of timing in venturing into climate-focused investments. Doerr discusses how today’s climate investing landscape differs from 2008, the critical role of collective action in combating climate change, and his vision for sustainable innovation. His insights emphasize the need for genuine relationships in venture capital to foster real impact.

In this thought-provoking discussion, John Doerr, a renowned engineer and investor focused on climate solutions, joins systems innovator Ryan Panchadsaram. They lay out a strategic action plan with six pivotal objectives aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The duo emphasizes the necessity of urgent, interconnected actions, such as electrifying transportation and decarbonizing the energy grid. They advocate for accountability, leadership, and empowering small teams to drive monumental change in our climate response.

In this enlightening talk, John Doerr, an influential engineer and investor in sustainability, joins Hal Harvey, a climate policy expert, to address the urgent need for global action against climate change. They emphasize that it’s now cheaper to save the planet than to damage it, but time is running out. The duo discusses the complexities of decarbonizing the grid, innovative energy solutions like green hydrogen, and the critical role of public utilities in transforming energy policies. Their dialogue inspires hope and urgency for a sustainable future.