Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) offers a powerful solution to fuel the future, capable of replacing fossil fuels for industrial processes like steel and cement manufacturing, thereby reducing

Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) offers a powerful solution to fuel the future, capable of replacing fossil fuels for industrial processes like steel and cement manufacturing, thereby reducing global carbon emissions. CSP systems use arrays of revolving mirrors (heliostats) to precisely reflect sunlight into a central receiver, generating immense heat.

Recent advancements in AI and machine learning are making CSP technology smarter, more efficient, and increasingly affordable. Innovators like Heliogen, backed by Bill Gates, leverage software to optimize mirror control, making solar energy cleaner and cheaper than fossil fuels. This progress paves the way for global adoption, as explored in the "Hard Reset" series.

On June 24, 2018, an interfaith gathering for Immigrant Justice protested President Trump's "Zero Tolerance" policy at the Federal Correctional Institution in Sheridan, Oregon. Participants

On June 24, 2018, an interfaith gathering for Immigrant Justice protested President Trump's "Zero Tolerance" policy at the Federal Correctional Institution in Sheridan, Oregon. Participants prayed, sang, and read scripture, opposing the internment of 123 refugees and the separation of parents from their children.

Despite officials portraying objectors as "radicals," diverse Portlanders united, led by love, to condemn the policy as immoral and support detainees. Freedom for Immigrants (https://www.freedomforimmigrants.org/) offers data on detention, highlighting it as a major industry. This event was filmed by Ruth Ann Barrett.

David Wallace-Wells observes that few Silicon Valley titans are addressing climate change, despite the opportunity to leave a significant legacy. He points to Bill Gates-funded negative emissions

David Wallace-Wells observes that few Silicon Valley titans are addressing climate change, despite the opportunity to leave a significant legacy. He points to Bill Gates-funded negative emissions technology, which could enable current industrial activity without global warming.

This technology would cost $3 trillion annually to operate worldwide. While substantial, this figure is less than the $5 trillion spent each year on global fossil fuel subsidies.

Wallace-Wells, author of [The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming](https://amzn.to/2Of5N3y), shared these insights. Read more at BigThink.com, and follow Big Think on [YouTube](http://goo.gl/CPTsV5), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BigThinkdotcom), and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bigthink).

Animal protein production contributes significantly to climate-altering gases. However, a new generation of companies is developing innovative meat alternatives, including plant-based options and

Animal protein production contributes significantly to climate-altering gases. However, a new generation of companies is developing innovative meat alternatives, including plant-based options and lab-grown cells, which boast much smaller environmental impacts. Major investors like Bill Gates, Cargill, and Tyson are backing these "clean meat" technologies.

These emerging food choices are now available in restaurants and grocery stores. The critical questions are whether these options will achieve mainstream adoption and effectively reduce the carbon pollution destabilizing our climate. #letstalkclimate Learn more at climateone.org and this event page.

The Rockefeller Foundation demonstrates how minigrid technology and scalable business models can deliver clean, reliable energy to everyone, making universal energy access a solvable

The Rockefeller Foundation demonstrates how minigrid technology and scalable business models can deliver clean, reliable energy to everyone, making universal energy access a solvable challenge.

Their series features over 40 mini-films and a documentary with experts like Bill Gates, Princess Reema, and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. These films explore various solvable challenges, from childhood malnutrition and women's financial self-sufficiency to vaccine access, all aligning with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Globally, male leaders outnumber female leaders four to one, despite women comprising half the population. Leveraging data can identify pathways and drive systemic change to increase women's

Globally, male leaders outnumber female leaders four to one, despite women comprising half the population. Leveraging data can identify pathways and drive systemic change to increase women's representation in leadership roles.

Gwen Young, an international development specialist and attorney, has dedicated her career to humanitarian relief, human rights, and women's empowerment. She has developed guidelines for gender-based violence and trained women in advocacy and economic empowerment globally, often in conflict zones.

As Director of the Wilson Center’s Global Women’s Leadership Initiative, Gwen aims for 50% women in public-service leadership worldwide by 2050. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

At a 2010 TED conference, Bill Gates addressed global warming, focusing on CO2 emissions, rising

At a 2010 TED conference, Bill Gates addressed global warming, focusing on CO2 emissions, rising temperatures, and ecosystem collapse. He posed a critical question: is near-zero emissions truly necessary?

His unequivocal answer was yes, underscoring the urgent need for drastic reductions to mitigate climate change impacts.

Melinda Gates champions contraception as a critical international health issue. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is dedicated to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to lead healthy,

Melinda Gates champions contraception as a critical international health issue. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is dedicated to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to lead healthy, productive lives.

This page features videos, including content from the TEDx program, highlighting the Foundation's work in global health, global development, and U.S. education.

For more, visit the Foundation's YouTube channel for Global Health Stories.