Philanthropy and academia need to push AI-driven innovation on the hard climate and nature problems. Great discussion at Columbia University and Bezos Earth Fund convening

The fireside chat with Andrew Steer and Columbia University President Minouche Shafik, moderated by David Gelles of @NYtimes, is underway!

Tune in to watch our AI for Climate and Nature Spring Convening with Columbia Climate School and Columbia University engineering  ➡️ columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/95948017453?….

Fascinating conversation on AI for climate and Nature Columbia Climate School Bezos Earth Fund

The AI for Climate and Nature Spring Convening is live! Join the Bezos Earth Fund and Columbia University here ➡️ columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/95948017453?…

TOMORROW, 4/10/24: LEAP Director Pierre Gentine presents 'Harnessing AI to Confront Environmental Challenges' during the Morning Plenary at the AI for Climate + Nature Spring Convening.

More info/Livestream link: bit.ly/3VTlJNI

Bezos Earth Fund Columbia Engineering Columbia Climate School

Curious about AI's potential to transform our planet? Don't miss out! Join the Bezos Earth Fund & Columbia University for an insightful discussion on how AI can tackle urgent climate & nature challenges.

🗓️ April 10, 2024
⏰ 10 AM - 12 PM ET
📍 bit.ly/49uZ3Gz

Today, we’re launching the Resilient Energy Economies initiative! 📣 This initiative by Resources for the Future, Center on Global Energy Policy, & Bezos Earth Fund will work with economic scholars to develop local strategies for fossil fuel-dependent communities to build resilience ➡️ bit.ly/4aJtOsD.

🌱 Thrilled to partner with leaders like Todd Reynolds at Groundwork NOLA to champion the green movement. Through the GroundworkUSA framework we are creating jobs, building healthier communities, and working to advance health, equity, and resilience!

What were the trends in forest loss in 2023, and what factors are impacting these trends at the country and regional levels?🌳🌎

Join us for a presentation on 2023 #TreeCoverLoss data analysis and a discussion on the state of forests.

Register today
➡wri.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

We're proud of the work we're doing with the Bezos Earth Fund, AFR100 Initiative, and local leaders to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land across Africa. Discover how. 👇🏿

Check out our land restoration progress in Rwanda! 🌍 Through our partnership with One Acre Fund, local leaders, and AFR100 Initiative, we are dedicated to restoring 100 hectares on the continent by 2030.

Extreme weather events tell a climate change story. Together with Climate Central, World Weather Attribution, and others, we're linking weather to climate, fast. This #WorldMeteorologicalDay , let's act on the science for a safer future.

#ClimateAction

On #WorldWaterDay , let's recognize the crucial connection between climate change + water scarcity. Our partnership with Water.org goes beyond fixing leaks and improving sanitation – we’re empowering communities, protecting health, & building resilience through access to safe water.

Imagine a world where trees that stand tall are more prized than those fallen for timber. It's a vision worth celebrating this International Day of Forests! As Dr. Cristián Samper notes – we must protect and restore them!

#IntlForestDay #ClimateAction

Throwing it back to Dubai when our bald video turned heads!👨

Huge shoutout to our partner Andy Jarvis at Bezos Earth Fund, for supporting us along the way! 🙌

#ThrowbackThursday

Bezos Earth Fund's Paul Bodnar on financing sustainable #transport : 'The world is not short of financial resources to do this. We need to combine government capital with the limited philanthropic capital available to activate markets.' #TTDC24

Ocean temps have shattered records for a year, threatening marine life and fishermen's futures. It's time to wake up – our window to act is narrowing. Read more from @Axios here → bit.ly/49VKI7a.

Africa is leading the restoration movement! The Bezos Earth Fund is proud to support local heroes and entrepreneurs like Green Belt Movement and ARCOS Network in reshaping Africa through TerraFund for #AFR100 . Learn more at bit.ly/4cxGeFI.

Africa is leading the way for the 🌍 restoration movement, led by thousands of community groups and entrepreneurs.

This is about action AND demonstrating the great opportunity that restoration presents.

This passion, wisdom & dedication is transforming landscapes & livelihoods

Paul Bodnar (Paul Bodnar, Bezos Earth Fund) & other experts will be discussing the much-needed transformation towards a low-carbon #transportation & how to leverage public and private financing to achieve global #climatetargets .

Watch live: wrld.bg/yWXT50QUwzM #TTDC24