Fortune’s tenth annual ‘Change the World’ list has landed, and it’s being led by a constellation of space pioneers pushing the boundaries of innovation. These include SpaceX, operator of the Starlink satellite internet service; GHGSat, the leading space-based greenhouse gas emissions monitor; and Rocket Lab, creator of a revolutionary reusable small orbital-class rocket. This year’s list spotlights 52 companies from across the globe making a significant social or environmental impact through their profit-driven strategies and operations, spanning a variety of industries including technology, space, e-commerce, and healthcare.
Beyond the celestial sphere, the list showcases technology companies demonstrating the potential of AI for positive impact and dedicating themselves to harnessing technology for the common good. Companies like Ello (No. 5), using AI to tackle childhood literacy gaps with personalized reading tutorials; Alibaba Group (No. 8), leveraging advanced technology to detect pancreatic cancer lesions; Samsara (No. 23), utilizing AI to automatically detect and notify drivers of unsafe driving behaviors; and Kayrros (No. 30), mapping forest fire patterns to enhance fire prevention and disaster management are leading the charge. Meanwhile, Levi Strauss (No. 13) is recognized for its efforts to increase voter turnout and encourage retail employees to exercise their right to vote.
The top 10 on the 2024 Fortune Change the World list are:
1.
GHGSat
2.
SpaceX
3.
Rocket Lab
4.
Honeywell
5.
Ello
6.
Walmart
7.
Grab
8.
Alibaba Group
9.
Levi Strauss & Co.
10.
Philips
The ‘Change the World’ list was selected and ranked by Fortune editors based on the magazine’s own reporting and analysis. The final list was chosen from a pool of 250 nominees.
Anastasia Nyrkovskaya, CEO of Fortune, added, “The Change the World list highlights the companies that are shaping our future, whether it’s the near term or 100 years from now. And it recognizes the leaders who are driving real innovation and tackling social problems—and making money while doing so.”
View the complete 2024 Fortune Change the World list here and the methodology here.
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