The Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit
in partnership with
Bloomberg Philanthropies

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• Michael R. Bloomberg, Global Advisor to the Winners of The Earthshot Prize; Founder of Bloomberg Philanthropies & Bloomberg L.P.

Scaling Solutions at Speed

Developing game-changing solutions is one thing; scaling them at the rapid pace demanded by the severity of the climate crisis is another. We’ll hear how climate leaders are building powerful networks of partners and advocates to rapidly advance innovation.

• Orianna Bretschger, CEO & Founder, Aquacycl; 2023 Earthshot Prize Finalist
• Matt Damon, Co-Founder, Water.org & WaterEquity
• Aadith Moorthy, CEO & Founder, Boomitra; 2023 Earthshot Prize Winner 
• Gary White, CEO & Co-Founder, Water.org & WaterEquity
• Moderator: Jennifer Zabasajja, Chief Africa Correspondent & Anchor, Bloomberg Television

Investing in Climate

The power of Earthshot is the community it has built, which harnesses its collective resources to fund innovative climate solutions. We’ll discuss the future of financing international climate solutions and explore how leaders in the public and private sectors are overcoming challenges to accelerate the race to net zero.

• Mark Carney, UN Special Envoy for Climate Action & Finance; Co-Chair, GFANZ
• Moderator: Francine Lacqua, Editor-At-Large & Anchor, Bloomberg Television

Revive Our Oceans

Protecting our oceans is an underutilized opportunity to address the climate and nature crisis. We’ll examine the best solutions and innovations that repair and preserve marine life and ecosystems for future generations.

Introduction:

• Patricia E. Harris, CEO, Bloomberg Philanthropies

Panel:

• Maya Gabeira, Big Wave Surfer & Ambassador, Oceana
• Rocky Sanchez Tirona, Co-Founder, Coastal 500; 2023 Earthshot Prize Finalist
• Moderator: Antha Williams, Environment Program Lead, Bloomberg Philanthropies

Protect and Restore Nature

In the countdown to the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, the world is focused on protecting 30% of nature by 2030. The Earthshot Prize 2021 Finalist, Restor, shares how they are creating a positive economic impact through restoration solutions in Costa Rica.

• Thomas Crowther, Founder, Restor; 2021 Earthshot Prize Finalist  

Ask the Experts

Inspirational leaders who are breaking the mold on global action share lessons learned in shaking up the status quo to accelerate progress.

Introduction:

• Benedict Cumberbatch, Actor
• Sophie Hunter, Theatre Director & Playwright

Panel:

• José Andrés, Founder, World Central Kitchen 
• Rt Hon Dame Jacinda Ardern, Trustee, The Earthshot Prize 
• Wanjira Mathai, Managing Director, Africa and Global Partnerships , World Resources Institute
• Moderator: Dame Christiana Figueres, Chair, The Earthshot Prize

Spotlighting African Innovation

Cameroonian-American NBA star Joel Embiid and Nigerian-Canadian Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri discuss the opportunities and challenges Africa faces in scaling up transformation and how the continent’s vibrant people and culture of creativity positioned them for success.

• Joel Embiid, Cameroonian-American Professional Basketball Player 
• Masai Ujiri, Vice Chairman & President, Toronto Raptors; Co-Founder, Giants of Africa 
• Moderator: Bonang Matheba, South African Broadcaster & Businesswoman