The Power of Innovation: Science for Global Solutions
Key Ideas
- Technological solutions are urgently needed to address the climate crisis, especially in sectors like steel, fertilizer, and aviation. Green hydrogen and fuel cells offer promise for decarbonization.
- Science and innovation, including satellite technologies, can aid in better prediction, monitoring, and response to climate challenges. Efforts must be made to ensure technology benefits are equitably distributed.
- Mobile connectivity and digital technology have the potential to tackle global inequality and improve access to services like banking and remittances. However, challenges like internet access disparity and language barriers persist.
- Overcoming science skepticism requires an open dialogue and inclusive engagement. Selling a positive vision of the future and emphasizing the benefits of clean energy are crucial for driving innovation forward.
Three visionaries at the TIME100 Talks in London discussed the critical challenge of translating scientific breakthroughs into practical solutions. The focus was on addressing the climate crisis, with a call for urgent technological advancements in sectors like steel and aviation. Ceres Power aims to accelerate decarbonization through green hydrogen and fuel cells technology. Satellite technologies were highlighted as tools for better climate response. However, concerns were raised about unequal distribution of technology benefits, emphasizing the need for inclusivity. Mobile connectivity was identified as a solution for global inequality, though challenges like internet access disparities remain. Overcoming science skepticism was also addressed, stressing the importance of open dialogue and positive communication about clean energy benefits. The panel emphasized the role of science in driving global solutions and the need for political will and business support to scale up technological advancements.