![]() ![]() The former is the typical amount of greenhouse gases, in tonnes, that the world adds to the atmosphere each year. He tells us to remember two numbers: 51 billion, and zero. Gates gets straight down to the facts starting with the first chapter, “Why Zero.” As the name suggests, “Why Zero” is all about the ins-and-outs of climate change and why we are currently headed towards climate catastrophe. ![]() But although Gates gets full points for his down-to-earth explanations of exciting technologies, he misses the mark a bit when it comes to politics. Gates’ geeky tone and simplistic word choice make his book a comfortable read. The book is structured in a very utilitarian manner, reflecting Gates’ technical expertise. Gates presents a clear-eyed, succinct view of the climate problem and what he believes is the best path forward. Although Gates is no climate scientist, he has spent a decade studying climate change along with his other focuses of disease, education, and poverty. ![]() Gates may be well known for Microsoft and his billions, but today he and his wife Melinda are arguably America’s most influential philanthropists. In How To Avoid A Climate Disaster, Bill Gates brings a fresh perspective to the climate change issue, spotlighting the transformative power of innovation and commercialization. ![]()
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