Chennai, November 2023: Climate change is already here and global business leader and philanthropist Dr. Andrew Forrest, Chairman of Fortescue, is sounding the alarm on the urgency of resolving climate issues. Driven by his deep commitment to the conservation of our planet, he is championing green energy as the definitive solution. Dr. Forrest’s passionate call to action reverberates across the globe as he addresses influential audiences at prestigious universities, sparking conversations vital to our planet’s future.
During his current tour of India, Dr. Forrest is set to address esteemed institutions including IIT New Delhi, IIT Bombay and IIT Madras. He will also met with key Indian policy makers and business leaders and present at The Energy Transition Dialogue in New Delhi. His powerful message emphasises the critical role of green energy technologies in mitigating climate change and the collective responsibility we all share in safeguarding our planet.
While speaking at IIT Madras Dr. Andrew Forrest said, “We are at a tipping point in the fight against climate change. Green energy isn’t just an option; it’s our lifeline. We must invest, innovate, and collaborate globally to transition to sustainable practices. Each institution, each individual, can be a driving force for positive change to make big business take action. Together, we can make a difference. It is not the fault of individuals that climate change is here, it is big business and I believe the innovations and intelligent minds of India can help us define a better future.”
Dr. Forrest has already spoken at prestigious universities including Harvard University, MIT, Berkley and UCLA in the United States, Oxford University and Cambridge University in the United Kingdom and Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands.
Dr. Forrest’s engagements serve as catalysts for discussions on climate policy, renewable energy, and sustainable development. His insights, honed through Fortescue’s groundbreaking initiatives and industry collaborations, provide a roadmap for practical solutions. Through this, Fortescue is already delivering green solutions in metals, fuels and transport to help the world decarbonise, driving innovation in the green energy sector.