Jennifer Turliuk is a technologist, author, entrepreneur and climate tech investor. Current Practice Leader of Climate and Energy AI a the Martin Trust Centre for MIT Entrepreneurship, Jennifer is passionate about the power of technology to solve the world’s climate-related challenges. An extremely experienced speaker, Jennifer is highly sought after to share her leading expertise on the pivotal role of AI to solve the climate crisis, the future of work and tech education.
Jennifer began her career with a strong academic foundation, earning a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen’s University. She went on to become the Assistant Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble before founding MakerKids, a STEM-focused educational platform providing award-winning tech lessons for children. As CEO, Jennifer saw the company secure major clients like Twitter and Microsoft and see a 500% increase in leads. After leaving MakerKids in 2023, Jennifer’s passion for tech education did not waver and she took on the pioneering role of Partner and Co-Instructor at Climate Angels, leading an educational programme on climate tech angel investing.
With a resolute commitment to tackling climate change, Jennifer became a Partner at Climate Capital in 2023, one of the most active climate tech funders in the world with over 350 investments. She also founded Koru Labs, an organisations that focuses on innovative climate tech and artificial intelligence applications. Now the Practice Leader for Climate and Energy AI at the Matin Trust Centre for MIT Entrepreneurship, Jennifer builds, researches and instructs AI for climate and energy solutions at MIT. A respected thought leader, Jennifer’s work has featured in The New York Times, Huffington Post, CBS, Wired, and FOX, and she has written for Forbes, Fast Company, VentureBeat and Business Insider.
A prolific and dynamic speaker, Jennifer has delivered talks on AI for climate and energy solutions at COP29, the ARPA-E Summit, MIT, New York Climate Week, TEDx, and many more. With unique insights garnered over a long and successful career in tech innovation, AI, climate solutions, and tech education, Jennifer is the perfect choice for any organisation looking to harness the power of AI and transform their working practices for a more climate conscious future.
Books
How to Figure Out What to Do with Your Life (Next)
Jennifer Turliuk's official speaker topics are listed below:
Leveraging AI to Drive Climate Solutions - Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Sustainability
Join Jennifer Turliuk, a seasoned entrepreneur, technologist and climate tech investor, as she takes you on a journey through the pivotal role of AI in addressing climate challenges. Drawing from her work as Practice Leader, Climate and Energy AI at the Martin Trust Center for Entrepreneurship (where she develops AI tools for climate entrepreneurs), Partner with Climate Angels and Climate Capital Syndicate (one of the most active funders of climate startups), Jennifer uncovers the dynamic synergy between artificial intelligence and climate action.
Discover groundbreaking AI applications that are surfacing relevant climate regulations and incentives, selecting high potential climate startups, enhancing home energy efficiencies, devising market selection strategies for climate innovators, and more. Delve into captivating case studies that illustrate AI’s instrumental role in fostering a sustainable future.
This enlightening talk not only highlights the transformative impact of AI on environmental stewardship but also sparks a dialogue on how technology and sustainability can coalesce to forge a resilient and thriving planet.
Investing in the Future: Climate Tech Opportunities
Navigate the burgeoning sector of climate technology. Leveraging her expertise from her work as a Partner with Climate Angels and Climate Capital Syndicate (one of the most active funders of climate startups), Jennifer guides attendees through the evolving landscape of climate tech investment.
This session illuminates emerging trends and sectors ripe for impactful investments, detailing the criteria investors use to identify promising sustainable startups.
Jennifer’s insights provide a roadmap for identifying ventures poised to make significant environmental impacts, offering a strategic approach to climate tech investing for lasting change.
Innovation in Climate Education: Shaping Climate Change-Makers
Reflecting on her role as Practice Leader of Climate and Energy AI at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship, her pioneering role in Climate Angels and her experience in innovation of edtech, Jennifer will discuss the importance of equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills to innovate in the climate tech space. This session offers a deep dive into the pivotal role of educational initiatives like the MIT Climate and Energy Ventures class (60 spinouts, $5B+ raised) and Climate Angels in molding innovators and leaders in the climate tech space.
Jennifer Turliuk, leveraging her expertise in both edtech and climate tech investing, illuminates the pathways for empowering future investors and entrepreneurs. This session underscores the importance of integrating cutting-edge knowledge and skills to drive impactful innovations in climate technology.
Jennifer’s insights provide a blueprint for creating educational ecosystems that not only inform but also inspire action towards sustainable change. The session will emphasise the role of educational initiatives in empowering future investors and entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change.
The Future of Work in a Climate-Conscious World: Transforming Careers for a Sustainable Future
This presentation will explore the evolving landscape of careers in the context of climate change and technological advancements. Jennifer will discuss how sustainability is becoming integral to various industries and how individuals can adapt to thrive in a climate-conscious economy.
Jennifer Turliuk, climate tech investor and author of career guide “How to Figure Out to Do with Your Life (Next)”, offers a visionary exploration of how industries are integrating sustainability into their core operations and the emerging opportunities this shift presents. This presentation examines the skills and mindsets required to excel in a future where environmental considerations are paramount, providing a roadmap for professionals to navigate and thrive in a climate-conscious economy.
Jennifer’s insights aim to equip attendees with the tools to align their careers with the principles of sustainability, driving positive change while achieving professional growth.
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtial Events
"Jennifer is a genuine, authentic and relatable speaker. She was great to work with, and we received a lot of positive feedback from the audience after our event. Highly recommend!" - Smith School of Business, Toronto Chapter
"Jennifer was fabulous and she was the perfect fit for our topic discussion. She used current and tangible examples which I know our parents really appreciated. It would be fitting to have Jennifer present again in the future as we expand our building to incorporate a Maker Space of our very own." - Fundraising Coordinator, Calgary Academy
"Thank you for your inspirational talk yesterday. You were highly engaging and showed a deep passion for entrepreneurship. We’ve had several guests come through our doors in the last few months but your “approval rating” was by far the highest amongst all speakers." - Caldwell Partners
"Vast new frontiers for learning are possible by embracing the Maker Movement, but most schools don’t have enough in-house expertise needed to go there. With MakerKids, you’ll have the expertise you need. You’ll be amazed by the potential in your students. MakerKids will help you release it." - Assistant Head, Academics, Kingsway College School
- 2024 – Practice Leader, Climate and Energy AI at Martin Trust Centre for MIT Entrepreneurship
- 2024 – Sloan Fellow MBA at MIT 2024 – Fellow at MIT Proto Ventures
- 2024 – Vice President, Climate and AI, MIT Climate and Energy Prize
- 2023 – Founder, Koru Labs
- 2023 – Partner at Climate Capital Syndicate
- 2023 – Partner & Co-Instructor at Climate Angels
- 2015 – Chief Executive Officer at MakerKids
- 2013 – Co-Executive Director at Maker Kids
- 2010 – Assistant Brand Manager, Procter & Gamble
- 2010 – Achieved a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen’s University
- 2008 – Shopper Marketing, Procter & Gamble
- 2007 – Special Projects Assistant, Department of Marketing and Communications at Queen’s University
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