Philanthropic giving to climate related causes is woefully small. But charitable dollars have a really important role to play because of their flexibility and different motivations. They can catalyze investment in areas where private or governmental dollars can not.
In this episode, Paul sits with Randall Kempner, Senior Advisor to the Aspen Institute to discuss the role of philanthropic dollars in the capital stack, why foundations and donors have not contributed as much, yet, and what is needed to further catalyze this funding source.
For the Eight Minutes version, visit here
For further research:
Randall Kempner
The Aspen Institute's Energy & Environment Program
The Global Methane Hub
Much Alarm, Less Action: Foundations & Climate Change - The Center for Effective Philanthropy
Global Energy Alliance for People & Planet
Giving to Amplify Earth Action - World Economic Forum
Follow Paul on LinkedIn
Philanthropic giving to climate related causes is woefully small. But charitable dollars have a really important role to play because of their flexibility and different motivations. They can catalyze investment in areas where private or governmental dollars can not.
In this episode, Paul sits with Randall Kempner, Senior Advisor to the Aspen Institute to discuss the role of philanthropic dollars in the capital stack, why foundations and donors have not contributed as much, yet, and what is needed to further catalyze this funding source.
For the Eight Minutes version, visit here
For further research:
Randall Kempner
The Aspen Institute's Energy & Environment Program
The Global Methane Hub
Much Alarm, Less Action: Foundations & Climate Change - The Center for Effective Philanthropy
Global Energy Alliance for People & Planet
Giving to Amplify Earth Action - World Economic Forum
Follow Paul on LinkedIn