How to Avoid a Climate Catastrophe. The Solutions We Have. The Breakthroughs We Need

The result of a decade of work and research by one of the most influential people of our time - Bill Gates. Bill Gates shares what he has learned over more than a decade of studying climate change and investing in innovations to solve environmental problems, as well as how the world can achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. He explains why he is so deeply involved in climate change issues and remains optimistic about the future, believing that the most severe consequences of the climate crisis can be avoided. Gates says: We can work at local, national, and global levels to create the technologies, businesses, and industries that will prevent the worst effects of climate change. His interest in the climate change issue is a natural result of his foundation’s efforts to reduce poverty and disease. According to Gates, climate change will have the greatest impact on those who have done the least to cause it. As a technologist, he has seen for himself how innovations can change the world. Who is this book for: For anyone concerned about ecology, climate change, and the future of our planet. From the author: I wrote this book not only because I see the problem of climate change, but also because I see the opportunities for solving it.