How Bill Gates’s fellowship program is adapting to global uncertainty

The Breakthrough Energy Fellows program, founded by Bill Gates, is adapting to the changing global landscape. The program has welcomed a new cohort of 22 startups, with a focus on diversifying its portfolio to include more global founders. This shift reflects the program's recognition of the need to address climate change on a global scale. The program provides financial and strategic support to early-stage companies working on technologies that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By expanding its reach beyond the United States, the program aims to tap into a wider pool of talent and innovative solutions. This diversification is seen as crucial in the face of ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties that can impact the development and deployment of clean energy technologies. The Breakthrough Energy Fellows program remains committed to its core mission of accelerating the transition to a sustainable energy future, while also adapting to the evolving global landscape to ensure its continued relevance and impact.