TED: Community investment is the missing piece of climate action | Dawn Lippert

The speaker discusses their journey from working with the Department of Energy to moving to Hawaii to address climate change through community-focused clean energy solutions. They highlight the founding of Elemental, a nonprofit investment platform, and emphasize the importance of balancing technology and community investments. Case studies in concrete and water demonstrate successful integration of technology and community efforts. The speaker calls for a holistic approach to climate solutions, stressing the need for local action and community involvement.

What was the main lesson the speaker learned from their mentor, Maurice Kya?

• To prioritize government policies over community needs

• To invest only in large-scale projects

• To focus solely on technology development

• To bring decision-making closer to affected communities

What was the primary goal of the nonprofit Elemental founded by the speaker?

• To develop new government policies

• To focus on international projects only

• To balance technology and community investment

• To invest in fossil fuel technologies

What is meant by 'community investment' according to the speaker?

• Prioritizing technology over community needs

• Focusing on international markets

• Investing in local government, nonprofits, and education

• Investing in startups only

How did the speaker's project in concrete help address climate change?

• By using concrete only in Hawaii

• By introducing captured carbon dioxide into concrete

• By eliminating the need for concrete in construction

• By reducing the use of concrete

What challenge is highlighted when bridging startups and community organizations?

• They speak very different languages and require bridging

• They have similar goals and methods

• They both focus on technology investment

• They do not require any financial support

Why is it important to involve indigenous communities in climate projects?

• To provide free advice

• To honor their expertise and involve them in co-creation

• To avoid any legal issues

• To ensure projects are completed faster

What does the speaker emphasize as crucial for global climate progress?

• International policies

• Local action and community involvement

• Exclusive reliance on technology

• Government-only initiatives

What did the speaker learn from the community's feedback on the transportation app?

• They wanted more technology features

• They preferred a different app

• The app was perfect for their needs

• They needed practical solutions like an after-school shuttle

What are the two key ingredients for new climate solutions to work, according to the speaker?

• Government policies and international funding

• Technology that scales and community relationships

• Community support and government regulations

• Technology and financial investment

What is the speaker's ultimate goal for future generations?

• To prioritize international relations

• To ensure a future where children can thrive

• To focus solely on economic growth

• To create a future where technology is the only solution