The Man Who Made Tetris Big Is Now Taking On Climate Change | Where The Ocean Meets: Henk Rogers

Henk Rogers is best known as the man who helped bring Tetris to the world, but today, he’s focused on a much bigger challenge: climate change and the global energy transition.In this powerful conversation, Henk Rogers explains why renewable energy is already cheaper, why islands may lead the world, and why determination matters more than hope.We explore how island nations are becoming real-world laboratories for renewable energy, why fossil fuels are no longer economically viable, and how one life-altering moment pushed Henk to dedicate his life to systemic change.This isn’t a conversation about doom or denial, it’s about solutions that already work, leadership, and why the fight against climate change may be closer to victory than most people realize.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy island nations are uniquely positioned to lead the renewable energy revolutionHow clean energy is already cheaper than fossil fuelsThe hidden political and economic barriers slowing climate actionWhy Henk says, “I don’t have hope — I have determination”How systems thinking (and even video games) shape real-world problem solvingWhy climate change may be humanity’s “final boss” and how we can winWhy This Conversation MattersIsland communities face the highest energy costs, the greatest climate risks, and the least margin for delay. Yet, they’re proving what’s possible for the rest of the world.If renewable energy can work for islands, it can work anywhere. About the GuestHenk Rogers is an entrepreneur, environmental advocate, and the visionary who helped popularize Tetris globally. Today, he works on accelerating renewable energy adoption, especially in island nations, through long-term infrastructure and systems-level solutions.Join the ConversationWhat stood out to you most from this conversation?Do you believe island nations could lead the global energy transition?Drop your thoughts in the comments.