In this episode of Innovation in Action, we look at four stories about technology and innovation tackling major global challenges. We examine the risks of climate tipping points, explore research into stratospheric aerosol injection at Washington University in St. Louis, and look at Watergen’s technology for producing drinking water from air. We also explore how BioSTL is investing in digital health and research tools and services in St. Louis. Together, these stories highlight new ideas and technologies addressing climate change, water access, and healthcare.

The outlook for climate tipping points and catastrophes
Some experts warn that we are racing towards Earth’s catastrophic tipping points from global warming.

Stratospheric Aerosol Injection is Explored at WashU with $1.5 Million Grant to Fight Global Warming
WashU engineers explore stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) with a $1.5 million grant, by testing aerosol candidates for the mission.

Watergen Technology Creates Drinking Water From Air
Watergen develops innovative technology that generates high-quality drinking water directly from the air, anywhere. Founded in Israel more than a decade ago, Watergen’s atmospheric water generation (AWG) technology offers a sustainable solution to the growing global challenge of access to clean and safe drinking water.

Investing in the future of digital health and research tools & services companies for St. Louis
BioSTL is addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges by focusing on for-profit venture funds in areas of digital health, and research tools and services.