- In our fourth episode of the new season of Generation EDTECH, we interviewed Ismael Kenneth, a highly recognized scientist, author of dozens of published research papers, some of them in prestigious journals such as Nature.
In the fourth episode of EDTEC GenerationHthe podcast of EDUCA EDTECH Foundationwe address one of the most critical challenges of our time: climate change. Through this space, we continue our mission to explore topics of general interest that impact our lives, from mental health and education to sustainability. Today, we delve into an in-depth dialogue on the challenges and solutions to the climate crisis with Ismael Kenneth Ortega, a leader in atmospheric science.
Ismael Kenneth Ortega is a leading scientist with an extensive track record of research publications in prestigious journals such as Nature. D. in atmospheric sciences, Kenneth is currently pursuing his career at Onera, the French aerospace research center, where he contributes to innovative research on climate change and its complex dynamics. With his knowledge and experience, Dr. Kenneth offers a lucid view on the urgencies and opportunities facing our society.
Throughout the episode, Kenneth shared fundamental reflections on how climate change is no longer a problem of the future, but an imminent reality:
“I don’t know to what extent there is awareness of climate change and that there is a point where there is going to be no turning back. We’re no longer talking about the distant future, we’re talking about 2030 and 2050,” Kenneth commented, stressing the urgency to act today.
In addition, the scientist invites us to explore innovative solutions, such as the reuse of resources and waste from other industries:
“I think the most reasonable thing to do is to take advantage of resources from other industries, waste. But the effects they are going to have on the environment are contemplated.”
However, he warns of the importance of doing so responsibly, always assessing environmental impacts. In this line, Kenneth also emphasized the power of citizens to influence climate change through their consumption decisions.
In the scientific field, he highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence in climate change research and in the understanding of phenomena still under study, such as nucleation:
“At the global climate level, there is still a lot to understand about nucleation. Artificial Intelligence helps in data analysis, as well as nucleation, we are just starting and it is very useful.”
The fourth episode of EDTECH Generation reminds us that every decision counts and takes us into the aerospace sector and its advances. We invite you to listen to the full episode on our platforms, a space to learn, get inspired and discover how we can all contribute to a more sustainable future.
