About this season
"Tomorrow's World Today" presents a cutting-edge approach to exploring concepts in science and technology that are changing lives today and making a difference tomorrow. The series introduces innovative pioneers around the world who are forming new ways to utilize natural and technological resources to create a more sustainable society. One of those pioneers is host George Davison, an author/tech ambassador and creator of Inventionland, an immersive work environment for entrepreneurs to design products of the future. Actress/writer Tamara Krinsky reports from the field.
Episodes (13)
1. Renewable Energy
Aired 3 October 2020 • 25 min
Powering our world requires innovative, truly renewable energy resources. New Field Reporter Darieth Chisolm heads to Southern California to investigate biogas and hydrogen batteries powerful enough to run a city bus.
2. Power of the POD
Aired 10 October 2020 • 25 min
Curious about sustainability, George heads to Cincinnatti to explore the evolution of laundry detergent pods and the impact on water and energy usage.
3. Printing Aerospace Parts
Aired 17 October 2020 • 25 min
George is curious about 3D printing and how additive manufacturing could change mass production. He sends Darieth to uncover the world of 3D printing aerospace parts that are no longer manufactured.
4. Sustainable Hotels
Aired 24 October 2020 • 25 min
Hospitality is important in a world on-the-go, so George sends Jackie to Dubai and Oman to check in and check out the latest uses of Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability in the hotel industry.
5. Sustainable Distilling
Aired 31 October 2020 • 25 min
Following the Bourbon Trail from Grain to Glass, George sends Darieth to Kentucky to explore sustainability initiatives and how tradition is blending with science and innovation.
6. Power of Protein
Aired 7 November 2020 • 25 min
Health-conscious, George sends Tamara to investigate the discovery and innovation of whey protein. Tamara recruits an "everyday athlete" to take a protein and exercise challenge - will he be proof of how whey boosts nutrition?
7. Internal Health of Tomorrow
Aired 14 November 2020 • 25 min
Healthy living starts with the nutrition and ingredients we consume, so George sends Darieth to explore the evolution of organic ingredients in Vermont.
8. Keeping Shipping Alive During A Pandemic
Aired 28 November 2020 • 25 min
Tracking and managing the shipping of everything from produce to PPE is no small feat. Darieth learns how one company utilizes GPS and yard management systems to keep distributors and manufacturers across the US supplied.
9. Manufacturing High Performance Lubricants
Aired 5 December 2020 • 25 min
Manufacturing fascinates George, but keeping the machines that produce items running in good repair takes special Care. George sends Darieth to Dallas, TX to learn about high-tech manufacturing lubrication.
10. From the Ground Up
Aired 12 December 2020 • 25 min
Darieth heads to farm country to explore the advances in renewable resources. Using growing resources to replace petroleum products, the possibilities are endless.
11. Climate Control Under Our Feet
Aired 12 December 2020 • 25 min
Green buildings have worldwide attention, so George sends Tamara to investigate climate control using renewable resources.
12. The Gift of Life
Aired 19 December 2020 • 25 min
Lifesaving medical technology takes Dareith to San Francisco to explore the world of transplant care. Transplant has evolved with DNA sequencing and Artificial intelligence to give patients the best care before and after transplantation.
13. Zero Emissions Apart from Water
Aired 19 December 2020 • 25 min
Futuristic cars may emit water instead of fumes. Tamara heads to Los Angeles to investigate the science behind these hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicles, and take one for a test drive.