David Babson

David Babson

Executive Vice President, Climate & Energy

XPRIZE Foundation

Dr. David Babson is the Executive Vice President for Climate & Energy at XPRIZE, leading ambitious prize competitions that drive breakthroughs toward an abundant and equitable future. He previously served as the Executive Director of MIT’s Climate Grand Challenges Initiative, and held key roles at ARPA-E, USDA, DOE, and the EPA. David holds a PhD in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering from Rutgers University and a BS in Chemical Engineering from UMass Amherst.

Schedule


thursday – 10:05am Moonshots

Time Icon 20 mins

Location Icon St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Jane Mallett Theatre

Turning the Tides with Climate Tech

Climate tech represents one of the most promising paths for restoring our planet. This session will delve into the innovative technologies that are poised to tackle climate change with breakthroughs in sustainable energy, carbon capture, and eco-friendly practices that could redefine our approach to saving the planet.