Centre for Exponential Change

Today marks the beginning of a new era - the Era of the Exponential. And we are thrilled to begin our journey officially. In this journey to exponential change,  We come together. We stand together. We solve together. Who are we? We are the Centre for Exponential Change, an organization co-created by The Nilekani Philanthropies, Skoll Foundation, Instituto Beja, and New Profit. Our goal is to orchestrate shifts in the way we approach social problems. We welcome you to join this movement and become an active member of the emerging C4EC Global Network - extend your support or expertise with system orchestrators, share your journey and insights, strengthen the narrative, and collaborate on existing or new exponential change journeys. Visit us at https://lnkd.in/gZiRGMUa and get involved! Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies | Sanjay Purohit | Don Gips | Cristiane Sultani | Tulaine M. | Aruna Venkatachalam | Preeti Sunderajan | Priya Mantri Ajmera | Varsha Verma | Societal Thinking | Apurva.ai #C4EC #ExponentialChange #SocialInnovation #Collaboration

We are thrilled to announce a new collaboration between Collective Change Lab and the Centre for Exponential Change. Together, we aim to push the boundaries of social change by exploring how collective power and exponential innovation can reshape our communities and systems. This partnership brings together two organizations deeply committed to systemic transformation, leveraging storytelling, research, and cutting-edge practices. Stay tuned as we embark on this shared journey to drive lasting impact and bold solutions for a just and equitable future. The collaboration will focus on exploring the intersections of collective storytelling, systems change, and exponential innovations. By leveraging research, thought leadership, and practical frameworks, the partnership aims to unlock new possibilities for addressing complex societal challenges. Learn more about both organisations: https://lnkd.in/dFEzwKZs & https://lnkd.in/gJFmhvq5 ______________________________________________________ Skoll Foundation Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies New Profit Waverley Street Foundation Societal Thinking

Thank you, Arunabha Bhattacharya ( He/ Him/ His) for highlighting our books! We at the Centre for Exponential Change (C4EC) deeply appreciate you bringing attention to Think Scale, Think Speed, and Think Sustain. We believe, like you, that fostering a deeper understanding of how to create and sustain change is crucial for navigating today's complex challenges. Your dedication to driving impactful climate action is truly inspiring, and we are thrilled that our books resonate with your purpose. The "Think" series provides a framework for tackling social issues, encouraging reflection and offering insights from various change leaders. We designed these books to be a resource for those who, like you, are committed to making a real difference. Sanjay Purohit | Anjali Hans | Priya Mantri Ajmera | Polina Nezdiikovska | Sreekar Gangisetty | Siddhartha Menon | Lakshmi Pattabi Raman | Varsha Verma | Preeti Sunderajan | Shruti Rajagopalan #exponentialchange #socialimpact #sustainability #climateaction

I have listened to this podcast about 5 times, and each time I get something new from it. It's Sanjay Purohit talking to Tulaine M. on her show Say More https://lnkd.in/emKiuTgh https://lnkd.in/e2dHKkAQ Here are some of the reflections that I loved: >Music practice nurtures your creative mindset >Don't distribute solutions, distribute the ability to solve >An elephant is not a big mouse, and 2000 mice do not make an elephant. You need to think about scale as a design challenge, not a replication challenge. >The question isn't "how can we scale?" the question we have to deal with is "are we creating the right conditions for scale?" >Strengthen fragile knowledge by repeating it, and teaching it back > It's more about "co" than about "creation". When you mix blue and yellow you get green. Green is neither yellow nor blue. When you distribute the ability to solve, you might not immediately recognise the solutions that are created. #systemschange #inspiration #socialchange

🌍 #BecknNodeZero, a two-day event in Bengaluru hosted by FIDE, with Sattva Knowledge Institute as the Knowledge Partner, brought together 250 delegates from across sectors. Leading thinkers, industry experts, and climate action and tech community members convened to explore the transformative potential of open networks in addressing climate challenges. Some compelling use cases presented included open network solutions for battery circularity, green hydrogen marketplaces, sustainable agriculture, interoperable EV charging, peer-to-peer energy trading, smart water management with open data grids, and mobilising capital to scale sustainability efforts. The event hosted 11 workshops, 11 anchor partners and 10 powerful addresses by leaders like Nandan Nilekani, Non-Executive Chairman of Infosys and Co-Founder of FIDE, Pramod Varma, Co-Founder of FIDE, Anjali Bansal from Avaana Capital, Sanjay Purohit, CEO of the Centre for Exponential Change, sujith nair, CEO and Co-Founder of FIDE, and Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy, CEO, Co-founder, Sattva Consulting, Akshima Ghate, Managing Director RMI, Jan Kuenne, Kuntal Shah and Ankit Jain Stay tuned to know more about Beckn Node Zero Rathish Balakrishnan | Abhishek Modi | Dr. Sohini D. | Prerit Shukla | Meghana Katam | Anagha Wankhede | Meena Iyer | Aarti Mohan | Debaranjan Pujahari | Meera Harish | Vipul Arora | Beckn Protocol #DPI #climatechange #NetZeroTransitions #BNZ2024

Akshvi: Elevating Climate-Vulnerable Voices   At #BeckNodeZero2024 , SEEDS introduced Akshvi—a national-level platform - designed to enable affected communities to assess and record their own losses at #BeckNodeZero2024. This innovation captures not just data - but ensures the rights and dignity of communities. Akshvi leverages open networks and Digital Public Infrastructure to reimagine loss reporting and strengthen climate resilience.   Aligned with the #BeckNodeZero protocol’s focus on interoperability, Akshvi is a step towards democratising access and empowering climate-vulnerable communities. I'm delighted to say that leaders at the event recognised Akshvi as a vital tool for bridging gaps and enabling affected communities to document their stories of loss and resilience.   Special thanks to Sattva and FIDE for organising #BeckNodeZero2024 and creating a platform to showcase the power of open networks and collaborative innovation. SEEDS envisions a future where tech not only connects, but also empowers the last mile, driving community-led and sustainable change.   #TechForGood #ClimateResilience #VoiceOfTheLastMile #CommunityEmpowerment #ClimateAction #SEEDS #DigitalTransformation #SocialImpact #Akshvi #Beckn #OpenNetworks #ThankYou #Digitalpublicinfrastructure Sattva Consulting Beckn Protocol Societal Thinking Centre for Exponential Change Sanjay Purohit Divya Gupta Amar Kumar Shalaka Kumar Pramod Varma Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure - CDPI

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Open networks have the potential to revolutionize how we tackle climate change by fostering collaboration, transparency, and efficiency. Speaking at the flagship event of FIDE, Beckn Node Zero, Nandan Nilekani, Advisor, Centre for Exponential Change and Co-founder, FIDE, highlighted: - The world is moving to execution mode in tackling the climate crisis. - India needs to harness its existing digital infrastructure to layer new solutions. - Behavioral change in climate action is linked to financial incentives. - India can reuse its Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) infrastructure for climate action payments. - Beckn Protocol (decentralized transactions infrastructure) and Finternet (decentralized assets infrastructure) can work together. - Through open networks, data can be made accessible and boost the circular economy as well. At Centre for Exponential Change, we believe in: Reimagining social change exponentially. Shifting from linear thinking to exponential problem-solving. Exploring new and innovative ideas, collaborating, and sharing knowledge. Creating a sustainable future for all. What are your thoughts on open networks? Share in the comments below! Sattva Knowledge Institute | sujith nair | Sanjay Purohit | Pramod Varma #opennetworks #socialchange #exponentialchange #climateaction

We just wrapped up the first edition of #BecknNodeZero2024, where over 250 champions explored how open networks can amplify collective efforts to achieve net-zero goals! The main focus was tackling the tricky challenge of getting all the different players—businesses, communities, governments, and experts to coordinate seamlessly. With a fresh network-centric approach, the participants were eager to reimagine climate solutions through collaboration with fellow nodes. Here’s a glimpse into the two days: ⚡Nandan Nilekani talked about how combining Beckn’s decentralized transactions with ‘Finternet’ (the tokenization of assets) can drive scalable climate solutions. ⚡Dr. Pramod Varma and sujith nair emphasized the power of open networks to slash coordination costs, making climate action a team effort.  ⚡Anjali Bansal from Avaana Capital, Akshima Ghate from RMI India, and Sanjay Purohit (Centre for Exponential Change) discussed the role of robust climate data, sustainable cooling, and exponential thinking in making real change.  ⚡Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy (Sattva Consulting) noted India’s unique position to tackle climate issues with cutting-edge technology. ⚡From water management and electrified urban e-mobility to circular economy models, unified EV charging, and sustainable agriculture—the workshops focused on every aspect of sustainable living. We thank all participants for their overwhelming zeal, infectious energy, and commitment to positive change. If you attended #BecknNodeZero, let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments! And to everyone: What’s your climate superpower? Which climate challenge would you love to take on with open networks? Learn more about #BNZ2024 : https://lnkd.in/gifykJnV WRI India, Pulse Energy, Trillectric, ElementRE, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), SEEDS, Rathish Balakrishnan, Sattva Knowledge Institute, Pulse Energy, Kazam, Antler, Jan Kuenne, Arshi Chadha, Puja Jain and more.

Ratiba Taouti Cherif Thank you for sharing your thoughtful post! We especially appreciate the distinction you make between growth, which you define as replication, and scale, which you describe as adaptation. It's clear that in social change, simply replicating a program without considering the nuances of different contexts can limit the impact and even lead to unintended consequences. As you point out, embracing an iterative approach that allows for learning and adaptation is crucial for achieving meaningful and sustainable change. We also agree that scaling solutions should always involve empowering communities and honouring local values and needs. By prioritizing adaptability and community ownership, we can ensure that scaling efforts are effective and equitable. The books published by our network partner Societal Thinking is a starting point to reimagine scale. The books can be accessed here https://lnkd.in/gmT6qh9b Sanjay Purohit | Priya Mantri Ajmera | Lakshmi Pattabi Raman | Anjali Hans | Siddhartha Menon | Preeti Sunderajan | Sreekar Gangisetty | Varsha Verma Polina Nezdiikovska | Hitha Maureen #exponentialchange #scale #community