The Search for Climate Innovation: The Buildings We Live In

The way we air condition and heat our buildings accounts for 7% of greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, the use of air-conditioning will skyrocket as the planet warms. Inspect the conventional, carbon-intensive approach to cooling and heating. Then look at alternatives that emit far less CO2, including electric heat pumps. Further, a measure as simple as sealing ductwork has a big impact. This lecture, presented by Bill Gates, is from Solving for Zero: The Search for Climate Innovation. Nuclear batteries. Eco-friendly cement. Hybrid crops. Explore innovative solutions to the greatest challenge humanity has ever faced.