![]() ![]() The case for zero was, and is, rock solid. And we need to create and roll out breakthrough technologies that can take us the rest of the way. We need to deploy the tools we already have, like solar and wind, faster and smarter. Gates argues that a similar process needs to occur for green technology if we ever want them to become affordable and ubiquitous. To avoid a climate disaster, we have to get to zero. government invest a great deal in R&D during the early stages, they also committed to purchasing many units for its own operations. HOW TO AVOID A CLIMATE DISASTER The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need By Bill Gates First things first much respect to Bill Gates for his membership in the select club. ![]() Gates compares this to the development of the Internet not only did the U.S. ![]() It's also their job to help drive down the prices once the invention enters the market. It's clear that lack of funding is a major obstacle in our fight and - as seen in many scientific breakthroughs in the past - it is ultimately the government's role to provide the necessary capital to make things happen. ![]() While Gates doesn't provide a complete framework for how we can get here given our legislative status quo, there's no denying that there is some truth to his plan. He states that the main task of the government is to encourage innovation through public funding and drive down prices by purchasing these new products. Despite these concerns, I think Gates's final chapters do a decent job at summarizing the government's responsibility in the fight against climate change. ![]()
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