I have a passion for doing my part to save the world from us stupid humans... the way to best do so, I think, is to make humans and their tools smarter. Some of the companies & causes that I have founded and / or support span the spectrum from clean renewable power generation, high density energy storage, smart manufacturing & distribution. Optimum Green Ventures, Cascadia Technologies and the Volta Companies provide great tools to get that job done The causes that I passionately support help ensure that the next generation won't have to solve my generation's problems all over again, such as the need for environmental remediation, defense from tyranny, climate change. Helping to educate the leaders of tomorrow keeps me optimistic about humanity's and all of Earth's creatures' future. We all have a collective duty to help one another and push humanity forward, and anyone can take small steps - which eventually become great strides. A better world for our children is something we can all contribute to. My favorite book: "How Shall I Live My Life?" by Derrick JensenMy favorite quote: "Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity" ~ Horace Mann