Most people remember Al Gore as the 45th Vice President of the United States. But what does he do now?
Today, Gore has built a career focused entirely on fighting climate change. He runs multiple organizations, invests billions in sustainable companies, and uses cutting-edge technology to track pollution worldwide.
His work has made him one of the most influential environmental activists on the planet.
After separating from Tipper Gore in 2010, Al focused even more intensely on his climate mission.
His son’s near-fatal accident in 1989 had already shifted his priorities from pure politics to meaningful work that could create lasting change. That shift shaped everything he does today.
Chairman of The Climate Reality Project
Gore founded The Climate Reality Project in 2005. This nonprofit organization works to solve the climate crisis through education and activism.
As chairman, Gore leads the organization’s mission to train people worldwide on climate science and solutions.
The project has trained thousands of activists across more than 150 countries. These trained volunteers then go into their communities to talk about climate change and push for real action.
They speak at schools, city councils, and businesses. They help pass local climate laws. They organize events to spread awareness.
Gore himself still gives presentations regularly. He updates his famous slideshow from “An Inconvenient Truth” with the latest climate data. He travels to climate conferences and speaks to world leaders about taking urgent action.
The organization focuses on three main areas:
- Training climate leaders through their global program
- Pushing for clean energy policies
- Holding companies and governments accountable for their emissions
Co-Founder and Chairman of Generation Investment Management
In 2004, Gore co-founded Generation Investment Management with David Blood, a former Goldman Sachs executive. Today, he serves as chairman of this sustainable investment firm based in London with offices in San Francisco.
Generation manages over $33 billion in assets. The firm only invests in companies that meet strict sustainability standards.
They look at how businesses affect the environment, treat workers, and contribute to society. They avoid fossil fuel companies completely.
In 2021, Generation launched Just Climate, a separate business focused on climate-led investments. Just Climate raised $1.7 billion through its Sustainable Solutions Fund IV to invest in companies that reduce emissions and address climate problems.
Generation’s approach combines long-term thinking with deep research. They don’t chase quick profits. Instead, they invest in companies building solutions for a sustainable future.
This includes renewable energy, electric vehicles, sustainable food systems, and clean technology.
Co-Founder of Climate TRACE
Gore co-founded Climate TRACE (Tracking Real-Time Atmospheric Carbon Emissions) in 2020. This project might be his most ambitious work yet.
Climate TRACE uses satellites, artificial intelligence, and sensors to track greenhouse gas emissions from over 745 million sources worldwide. The system monitors power plants, factories, ships, farms, and other pollution sources in real time.
Why Does This Matter?
For decades, companies and countries self-reported their emissions. Many underreported or lied about how much pollution they created.
Climate TRACE removes the guesswork. The data shows exactly where emissions come from and how much each source produces.
The system found that oil and gas companies underreported emissions by about 3 times what they told the United Nations. Russia left out 1.5 billion tons of emissions.
The United States missed 400 million tons. These are huge numbers that matter when making climate policy.
The tool is free and available online for anyone to use. Cities can see which local businesses create the most pollution. Investors can check if companies are being honest about their emissions. Activists can identify the biggest polluters in their regions.
Author, Speaker, and Documentarian
Gore continues his work as an author and public speaker. He wrote several bestselling books on climate change:
- “Earth in the Balance” (1992)
- “An Inconvenient Truth” (2006)
- “The Assault on Reason” (2007)
- “Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis” (2009)
- “The Future: Six Drivers of Global Change” (2013)
- “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power” (2017)
His 2006 documentary “An Inconvenient Truth” won an Academy Award and brought climate change into mainstream conversation. The sequel came out in 2017. Both films educated millions of people about global warming.
Gore gives paid speeches at conferences, universities, and corporate events. He commands high fees because of his expertise and influence. These speaking engagements help spread climate awareness while funding his activist work.
Awards and Recognition
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Gore won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007 along with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. The award recognized his efforts to inform the world about climate dangers.
In 2024, President Joe Biden awarded Gore the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This is America’s highest civilian honor.
Gore also served on Apple’s board of directors from 2003 to 2024. His stock holdings and board compensation contributed significantly to his estimated $300 million net worth.
The Gore Family Legacy
Gore’s environmental work has inspired his entire family. His daughter, Kristin Gore, has built a successful career in writing and entertainment, bringing important stories to audiences across various media.
The Gore children grew up watching their father fight for the planet, and that influence shaped their own career choices.
Today, Gore lives with his partner, Elizabeth Keadle, after separating from Tipper Gore in 2010. He splits time between his farm in Carthage, Tennessee, and travels for his various projects.
Conclusion
So what does Al Gore do for work now?
He runs three major organizations fighting climate change from different angles. The Climate Reality Project educates activists. Generation Investment Management puts billions into sustainable businesses. Climate TRACE uses technology to track pollution worldwide.
Gore turned personal tragedy and political setback into a powerful second act. Instead of dwelling on the 2000 election loss, he focused his energy on where he could make the biggest impact.
His work today reaches more people and creates more change than most politicians could achieve from inside government.
At 76, Gore shows no signs of slowing down. He continues to push for urgent climate action while investing in the technologies and companies that can actually solve the problem.
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