The Role and Need for Philanthropy in Climate Action (Randall Kempner - The Aspen Institute) - Episode 73
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Let us know how we're doing - text us feedback or thoughts on episode content 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 extended version of the interview with Randall, please visit More Than Eight Minutes And 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.
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