𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆

The future is rapidly approaching. This series will explore three key themes: The Future of Humanity, Technology, and Resilience.

"History doesn't repeat itself,

but it often rhymes."

– Mark Twain

Drawing from past learnings and current innovations, leading startup experts share their most compelling insights. Let's grow!

The Green Tech Evolution, A Future Where Technology Enables Humanity

Fifty percent of organizations are diving headfirst into climate mitigation technology. This evolution extends far beyond solar panels and electric cars.

In the next five years, we'll see the emergence of AI-powered energy grids optimizing renewable sources, drought-resistant crops, carbon removal tech, sustainable fuels, and more resilient infrastructure.

This evolution is about building a future where technology enables humanity and the environment to thrive together.

Jenny Fielding is the Co-founder and Managing Partner at Everywhere Ventures, a first-check venture fund and founder community like no other. 

The Evolution of Entrepreneurship: Leveraging Instincts for Prosperity

Traditionally, startups were motivated by our genetic impulses to seek status, protect families, and bond with a tribe. While this approach effectively drives progress, it doesn't necessarily promote well-being.

Our genes don’t care if we’re happy—only if we replicate.

Next year, however, more startups will wrestle with how we can harness these genetic drives to create not just a more prosperous and advanced world but one that is truly better for all.

Nathan Blew leads a team of fractional CTOs and Product leaders at Convex Systems, a consulting firm that helps startups verify product/market fit, scale, and succeed.

Cheaper, Better, Greener: The Future of Sustainability is Business as Usual

As low-carbon technology becomes cost-competitive and drop-in ready, corporations will follow their natural pattern—minimizing costs and maximizing profits.

As sustainability further aligns with capitalism, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer will naturally merge into the core duties of Chief Financial Officers and Procurement Officers.

The last 30 years of solar energy innovation and production illustrates this future for all carbon intensive industries: cheaper, better, AND more sustainable solutions will be commonplace.

Peter Nocchiero is the Founder of Alternate Future, a ClimateTech-focused advisory and consulting shop.

How Self-Awareness is Reshaping Education and Society

Self-aware high school students make better choices about their education—whether to attend college, what to study, and which college fits them best.

Research shows that thoughtful college planning reduces student debt, increases graduation rates, and even improves health outcomes and voter engagement.*

When students align their education with their authentic selves, they create a ripple effect of positive change that spans generations.

Henry Woodbridge is the Founder & CEO of Mapt, a gamified mobile app that helps students develop their core values and passions via social-emotional learning.

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This post was compiled by me with AI editing. Illustration by Brian Jones.

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