Communities
There are a lot of challenges in the world. We assemble communities to focus on complex problems. Through our Davos Consortium are building a technology platform that can showcase the most promising solutions. We invite experts in each field to collaborate and identify which companies should be invited. Here are areas of current focus:
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THE GRID, ELECTRICITY. The increase in demand for electricity is putting unsustainable pressure on the grid. What innovations and technology can enable meeting this demand in a responsible manner?
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SINGLE USE PLASTICS. 160 million tons produced every year worldwide, some recycled, but most landfills and or in our waterways. Ocean with more plastic than fish. Can we find new substances that biodegrade? Can recycling work?
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LANDFILLS AND METHANE. Landfills of methane gas which is 80x as problematic as CO2. What is the future of recycling? Can waste be turned into clean energy? Can landfills and dumps be turned into clean fuel factories?
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AI, DATA CENTERS, ELECTRICITY, WATER. The vast electricity demands for AI is putting pressure on the grid and on the water which is used to cool these facilities. What technologies can meet this need without harm to environment? ​
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MENTAL HEALTH. Depression and anxiety run rampant through young people. This stress leads to substance abuse and suicide. What innovations approaches can address this challenge?
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CLEAN ENERGY. Hydrogen, Nuclear and Geothermal. Which is good for what. How can we find efficiency and reduce energy consumption? ​