Sharing things I'm learning through my foundation work and other interests.
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Welcome to #BESummit24! The need to decarbonize our world has never been more pressing, but with extraordinary advancements in climate innovation, we are on the cusp of transformative change.
Tomorrow’s opening plenary promises to be an inspiring start.
ALT Breakthrough Summit 2024
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If our goal is to end poverty, we must build stronger economies. And that begins with helping women transform from simply participating in the economy to achieving full economic power.
Read @MelindaGates's op-ed for @TheEconomist: tinyurl.com/b5mbwz82
Bill Gates retweeted
Stopping children from dying: one of humanity's greatest achievements.
Dramatic progress has been made across the world.
One example:
In 1970, 1-in-3 newborns in Malawi died before the age of five.
In 1990, this was 1-in-4.
Today it's 1-in-24.
Bill Gates retweeted
Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies are essential to reach net-zero emissions, but there is currently only one commercial DAC facility in the world. Fortunately, @ENERGY’s historic DAC hubs program will establish more regional DAC hubs across the U.S.
Bill Gates retweeted
Today I’m thrilled to share that we’re funding nearly 50 new Grand Challenges grant recipients who are developing global health and development solutions for their communities using AI-enabled LLMs.
You can read more about the selected projects here: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/me…
Bill Gates retweeted
The countdown has begun! ⌛ ⏲️ 🕰️
Tomorrow, starting at 7 am ET and while funds last, all donations to DonorsChoose projects will be matched 50% thanks to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Find a project and be first in line tomorrow! donorschoose.org/donors/sear…
#ClearTheLists
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In Wyoming, where coal and natural gas power its electric generation plants, Bill Gates and his energy company TerraPower are planning their first cutting-edge nuclear power plant. cbsn.ws/3OsDwax
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#Exemplars, alongside in-country researchers and youth advisors, is excited to share news of our upcoming research on #ASRHR, featuring countries showing exemplary progress including:
🇨🇲 Cameroon
🇬🇭 Ghana
🇮🇳 India
🇲🇼 Malawi
🇳🇵 Nepal
🇷🇼 Rwanda
bit.ly/43zCJZJ
Bill Gates retweeted
When women have control over their money, they help build more inclusive and resilient economies. #WD2023
Bill Gates retweeted
On #MalalaDay and every day, we're inspired by @malala to ensure all girls have the access and opportunities they need to fulfill their potential.
Bill Gates retweeted
I invited @BillGates back to Lagos for Detty December...
But only after we talked about why he loves to visit here, and how young people can succeed in spite of our many challenges.
Many thanks @GatesAfrica
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Malaria is a complex & unforgiving disease, but one that we can end if we work together.
@Fredros_Inc & @JenHatmaker discuss the global impacts of malaria and how we can advance progress against it on this episode of “Make Me Care About…”
gates.ly/3WWatyH
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The transition to high school is a game-changer, and ninth grade sets the stage for success in high school, college, and beyond. 🎓
Join @JenHatmaker and Krystal Payne on this new episode as they explore strategies to guide and support students during this crucial year. gates.ly/453Pv4B
Bill Gates retweeted
For @GatesFoundation, our focus is driving a responsible approach to #AI that will be inclusive, equitable, & reflect the needs of the world’s most vulnerable communities. I discuss how we plan to do this & the principles that drive us in my latest piece: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/ar…
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Still today, your zip code, access to care, and color of your skin can determine whether or not you and your baby survive the birthing process.
This National Women's Health Week, listen to @eva_lathrop and @ElaineWelteroth examine how we can tackle the maternal mortality crisis to make birth safer for everyone: gates.ly/3o9v9G8
#NWHW
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Applications are now open for the William H. Gates Sr. Fellowship from the AD Data Initiative! The two-year fellowship will support neuroscientists, data scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and programmers working to advance #Alzheimers and related #dementias research.
Bill Gates retweeted
Is college the right choice for everyone?
On this episode of “Make Me Care About,” @JenHatmaker and Jose Cruz Rivera, President of @NAU, discuss college and share how we can create a better learning environment for all. gates.ly/3HZ7ejR
Bill Gates retweeted
Today is #WorldMalariaDay!
Thanks to global efforts to fight #malaria, an estimated 2 billion cases have been prevented & 11.7 million deaths averted since 2000.
With new tools and increased investment, together, we can end malaria.
Bill Gates retweeted
Chickpeas? Garbanzo beans?
No matter what you call these little round legumes, they are one of the best ingredients to help improve gut health and tackle malnutrition. Listen to this week’s “Make Me Care About…” to learn more: gates.ly/41EAqDR
Bill Gates retweeted
Excited to share @gatesfoundation is launching a podcast! 🥁🥁🥁
Make Me Care About with @JenHatmaker will offer in-depth conversations on pressing global issues and solutions you may have never considered—like garbanzo beans! gatesfoundation.org/ideas/me…
