Alyssa Gilbert: Climate Tech Innovation, Policy, Technology Ben Yeoh Chats

Alyssa Gilbert, the director of the Center for Climate Change Innovation at the Grantham Institute, talks about the current gaps in climate technology investments. She discusses her research into areas that are currently underfunded, including transport and energy. She also covers the importance of energy efficiency, especially in relation to the built environment. Alyssa emphasizes the necessity of various models in the fight against climate change, including private sector initiatives, philanthropy, and governmental grants - and highlights the need for a diverse range of solutions. She also speaks about the innovation within the London climate tech ecosystem and shares her perspective on various topics including carbon offsets, behavior change, and geoengineering.

Transcript/Video here: https://www.thendobetter.com/investing/2024/3/1/alyssa-gilbert-climate-tech-innovation-policy-technology-podcast




00:15 Discussion on Climate Technology Investment


01:15 Exploring Areas of Underinvestment in Climate Change


01:54 Climate Change Adaptation and Innovation


02:23 The Role of Heavy Industry in Climate Change


03:15 Climate Change Policies and Energy Efficiency


05:10 Challenges in Implementing Energy Efficiency


08:09 Debate on Degrowth vs Techno-optimism


11:34 Role of Venture Capital and Philanthropy in Climate Change


16:11 London's Climate Tech Ecosystem


21:58 Pitching Climate Change Ideas


24:17 Role of Big Companies in Climate Change Innovation


25:49 The Importance of Corporate Involvement in Innovation


26:26 A Glimpse into a Day in the Life of a Climate Innovator


29:13 Overrated or Underrated: A Discussion on Climate Solutions


40:48 Exciting Projects on the Horizon


44:02 Advice for Those Interested in Climate Action