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The Innovation During the COVID-19 pandemic, I designed the UK's first ever saliva-based COVID testing kit, building on my previous experience with the inventory of the EpiPen. This less invasive alternative to the standard nasopharyngeal swab tests represented a significant advancement in testing accessibility and comfort. The HALO COVID-19 test kit contained: * An instruction booklet with clear user guidance * A specialized test tube for sample collection * A funnel attachment for easy s
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CEO Review (2024) “Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year 2024” At just 25, Billy Richards earned the “Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year” award for his transformative work with Changeblock. The judges praised his vision for a transparent, data-driven carbon marketplace that empowers project developers and investors alike. Richards credits his engineering background for his obsession with measurement and verification—and says this award will only accelerate Changeblock’s roadmap for global e
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Mission Empowering professionals and researchers with lightning-fast, AI-driven summarisation and insight-extraction, revolutionising how we learn, work, and innovate across disciplines. Why Genei? The Problem We Solve * Knowledge Overload – Researchers and teams drown in information, wasting hours sifting through articles, papers, reports, and more. * Inconsistent Summaries – Manual summaries vary in quality and often miss key insights. * Fragmented Workflow – Notes, highlights, and summ
Read moreChangeblock: Redefining Carbon Markets with Technology and Trust
Mission: Empowering a transparent, efficient, and scalable carbon economy by unifying origination, blockchain-based trading, and real-time data intelligence into one integrated platform. Why Changeblock? The Problem We Solve * Fragmented Value Chain – Developers, brokers, and exchanges operate in silos, causing 12–18 month delays and 5–20% hidden fees. * Trust Deficit – “Junk credits,” double counting, and opaque pricing erode buyer confidence. * Data Gap – No real-time, verified view
Read moreIntroducing Environmental ROI (EROI): A Dynamic Metric for Valuing Climate Action
Billy Richards • July 22, 2025 It was in a room that huffed and hummed, where the air was sterile and gloves stuck like glue to my hands, that I learned the art of modeling dynamic systems. Under the guidance of the late Professor Béla Novák—one of the most inspiring and brilliant mathematicians, chemists, and biophysicists in the world—I discovered how complex cellular systems with millions of variables could be distilled into elegant equations that, from first principles, could accurately pre
Read moreThe Role of Authentication in Carbon Credit Transparency
Meta Description: “Discover how authentication plays a pivotal role in ensuring transparency and trust in carbon credit markets. Learn how secure authentication processes build integrity in the carbon market.” In the global fight against climate change, carbon credit markets have emerged as a powerful tool to channel funding into sustainable projects. From reforestation efforts to renewable energy initiatives, these markets allow businesses and individuals to offset their carbon footprint by su
Read moreIntroducing Changeblock Verify
At Changeblock, we understand that trust and compliance are the cornerstones of a thriving environmental asset marketplace. That’s why we’ve built Changeblock Verify, a seamless, secure onboarding gateway that empowers both individuals and businesses to confidently step into our trading ecosystem. Here’s how Verify lays the foundation for a smooth, compliant journey to the marketplace. Authentication & User Management * Auth0 integration ensures industry-standard OAuth2 authentication. * Mu
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon market.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon markets at the Carter Capital sustainable tech and impact investing summit in Dubai. Changeblock uses data and technology to verify the impact of environmental projects, creating transparency and trust for investors. Richards highlights the importance of data-driven storytelling to showcase project impact and attract investment in sustainable initiatives, even small-scale ones.
Read moreNatural Language Processing: Revolutionising the study of sequential data in Bioscience
June 2020 Billy B Richards - Oxford University Abstract Natural Language Processing pioneers deep learning by allowing computational models, with multiple processing layers, to represent data with multiple levels of abstraction. Recent breakthroughs in bidirectional neural networks and unsupervised learning have triggered a technological shift allowing machines to understand complex relationships within language (written or spoken). Biochemists are now using these techniques directly, segmen
Read moreBilly Brantingham Richards – Profile and Public Information
Background and Education Billy Brantingham Richards (born January 1998) is a British scientist-entrepreneur originally from Oxford. He earned a First-Class Honours degree in Computational and Molecular Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, receiving awards including the Titley Biochemistry Prize, Full Academic Scholarship and Moritz-Heyman Scholarship. At Oxford, Richards co-developed an AI-driven research tool called "Genei-Learn Smart", winning the Oxford All-Innovate entrepreneurship c
Read moreDeriving Boltzmann's Constant from Transcendental Numbers
1. Introduction: The Pursuit of Exact Formulation The Boltzmann constant (k_B = 1.380649 × 10^-23 J/K) occupies a unique position in physics as a bridge between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena. While it is traditionally viewed as a measured quantity, this analysis explores whether k_B can be derived exactly from fundamental mathematical constants without requiring arbitrary normalization factors. This approach builds on the insights from statistical mechanics, where k_B appears both wit
Read moreBilly Richards wins CEO of the Year for Carbon Credit Trading
Billy Richards Named Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year London, UK – April 25, 2025 – Billy Richards, the visionary CEO and Co-founder of Changeblock, a leading technology company in the voluntary carbon market, has been recognized as the Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year for 2024 by CEO Monthly. This prestigious award underscores Richards's impactful leadership and Changeblock's growing influence in establishing a more transparent and effective global carbon market. The award highlight
Read moreUnderstanding Carbon Reduction Investments
The Carbon Challenge Our planet faces an unprecedented challenge in reducing carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions to mitigate climate change. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has established that limiting global warming to 1.5°C requires cutting CO₂ emissions by approximately 45% from 2010 levels by 2030, and reaching net-zero by 2050. This ambitious goal requires not only technological transformation but also significant financial resources directed toward climate solutions. Th
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Awards & Recognitions
CEO Review (2024) “Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year 2024” At just 25, Billy Richards earned the “Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year” award for his transformative work with Changeblock. The judges praised his vision for a transparent, data-driven carbon marketplace that empowers project developers and investors alike. Richards credits his engineering background for his obsession with measurement and verification—and says this award will only accelerate Changeblock’s roadmap for global e
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Changeblock: Redefining Carbon Markets with Technology and Trust
Mission: Empowering a transparent, efficient, and scalable carbon economy by unifying origination, blockchain-based trading, and real-time data intelligence into one integrated platform. Why Changeblock? The Problem We Solve * Fragmented Value Chain – Developers, brokers, and exchanges operate in silos, causing 12–18 month delays and 5–20% hidden fees. * Trust Deficit – “Junk credits,” double counting, and opaque pricing erode buyer confidence. * Data Gap – No real-time, verified view
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Genei
Mission Empowering professionals and researchers with lightning-fast, AI-driven summarisation and insight-extraction, revolutionising how we learn, work, and innovate across disciplines. Why Genei? The Problem We Solve * Knowledge Overload – Researchers and teams drown in information, wasting hours sifting through articles, papers, reports, and more. * Inconsistent Summaries – Manual summaries vary in quality and often miss key insights. * Fragmented Workflow – Notes, highlights, and summ
Read moreChangeblock: Redefining Carbon Markets with Technology and Trust
Mission: Empowering a transparent, efficient, and scalable carbon economy by unifying origination, blockchain-based trading, and real-time data intelligence into one integrated platform. Why Changeblock? The Problem We Solve * Fragmented Value Chain – Developers, brokers, and exchanges operate in silos, causing 12–18 month delays and 5–20% hidden fees. * Trust Deficit – “Junk credits,” double counting, and opaque pricing erode buyer confidence. * Data Gap – No real-time, verified view
Read moreBilly Brantingham Richards – Profile and Public Information
Background and Education Billy Brantingham Richards (born January 1998) is a British scientist-entrepreneur originally from Oxford. He earned a First-Class Honours degree in Computational and Molecular Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, receiving awards including the Titley Biochemistry Prize, Full Academic Scholarship and Moritz-Heyman Scholarship. At Oxford, Richards co-developed an AI-driven research tool called "Genei-Learn Smart", winning the Oxford All-Innovate entrepreneurship c
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Introducing Environmental ROI (EROI): A Dynamic Metric for Valuing Climate Action
Billy Richards • July 22, 2025 It was in a room that huffed and hummed, where the air was sterile and gloves stuck like glue to my hands, that I learned the art of modeling dynamic systems. Under the guidance of the late Professor Béla Novák—one of the most inspiring and brilliant mathematicians, chemists, and biophysicists in the world—I discovered how complex cellular systems with millions of variables could be distilled into elegant equations that, from first principles, could accurately pre
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
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Genei
Mission Empowering professionals and researchers with lightning-fast, AI-driven summarisation and insight-extraction, revolutionising how we learn, work, and innovate across disciplines. Why Genei? The Problem We Solve * Knowledge Overload – Researchers and teams drown in information, wasting hours sifting through articles, papers, reports, and more. * Inconsistent Summaries – Manual summaries vary in quality and often miss key insights. * Fragmented Workflow – Notes, highlights, and summ
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Haloverify
The Innovation During the COVID-19 pandemic, I designed the UK's first ever saliva-based COVID testing kit, building on my previous experience with the inventory of the EpiPen. This less invasive alternative to the standard nasopharyngeal swab tests represented a significant advancement in testing accessibility and comfort. The HALO COVID-19 test kit contained: * An instruction booklet with clear user guidance * A specialized test tube for sample collection * A funnel attachment for easy s
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View all 4 postsIntroducing Environmental ROI (EROI): A Dynamic Metric for Valuing Climate Action
Billy Richards • July 22, 2025 It was in a room that huffed and hummed, where the air was sterile and gloves stuck like glue to my hands, that I learned the art of modeling dynamic systems. Under the guidance of the late Professor Béla Novák—one of the most inspiring and brilliant mathematicians, chemists, and biophysicists in the world—I discovered how complex cellular systems with millions of variables could be distilled into elegant equations that, from first principles, could accurately pre
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
Read moreNatural Language Processing: Revolutionising the study of sequential data in Bioscience
June 2020 Billy B Richards - Oxford University Abstract Natural Language Processing pioneers deep learning by allowing computational models, with multiple processing layers, to represent data with multiple levels of abstraction. Recent breakthroughs in bidirectional neural networks and unsupervised learning have triggered a technological shift allowing machines to understand complex relationships within language (written or spoken). Biochemists are now using these techniques directly, segmen
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View all 5 postsIntroducing Environmental ROI (EROI): A Dynamic Metric for Valuing Climate Action
Billy Richards • July 22, 2025 It was in a room that huffed and hummed, where the air was sterile and gloves stuck like glue to my hands, that I learned the art of modeling dynamic systems. Under the guidance of the late Professor Béla Novák—one of the most inspiring and brilliant mathematicians, chemists, and biophysicists in the world—I discovered how complex cellular systems with millions of variables could be distilled into elegant equations that, from first principles, could accurately pre
Read moreThe Role of Authentication in Carbon Credit Transparency
Meta Description: “Discover how authentication plays a pivotal role in ensuring transparency and trust in carbon credit markets. Learn how secure authentication processes build integrity in the carbon market.” In the global fight against climate change, carbon credit markets have emerged as a powerful tool to channel funding into sustainable projects. From reforestation efforts to renewable energy initiatives, these markets allow businesses and individuals to offset their carbon footprint by su
Read moreNatural Language Processing: Revolutionising the study of sequential data in Bioscience
June 2020 Billy B Richards - Oxford University Abstract Natural Language Processing pioneers deep learning by allowing computational models, with multiple processing layers, to represent data with multiple levels of abstraction. Recent breakthroughs in bidirectional neural networks and unsupervised learning have triggered a technological shift allowing machines to understand complex relationships within language (written or spoken). Biochemists are now using these techniques directly, segmen
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Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon market.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon markets at the Carter Capital sustainable tech and impact investing summit in Dubai. Changeblock uses data and technology to verify the impact of environmental projects, creating transparency and trust for investors. Richards highlights the importance of data-driven storytelling to showcase project impact and attract investment in sustainable initiatives, even small-scale ones.
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Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon market.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon markets at the Carter Capital sustainable tech and impact investing summit in Dubai. Changeblock uses data and technology to verify the impact of environmental projects, creating transparency and trust for investors. Richards highlights the importance of data-driven storytelling to showcase project impact and attract investment in sustainable initiatives, even small-scale ones.
Read moreBilly Richards wins CEO of the Year for Carbon Credit Trading
Billy Richards Named Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year London, UK – April 25, 2025 – Billy Richards, the visionary CEO and Co-founder of Changeblock, a leading technology company in the voluntary carbon market, has been recognized as the Carbon Credit Trading CEO of the Year for 2024 by CEO Monthly. This prestigious award underscores Richards's impactful leadership and Changeblock's growing influence in establishing a more transparent and effective global carbon market. The award highlight
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Billy Brantingham Richards – Profile and Public Information
Background and Education Billy Brantingham Richards (born January 1998) is a British scientist-entrepreneur originally from Oxford. He earned a First-Class Honours degree in Computational and Molecular Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, receiving awards including the Titley Biochemistry Prize, Full Academic Scholarship and Moritz-Heyman Scholarship. At Oxford, Richards co-developed an AI-driven research tool called "Genei-Learn Smart", winning the Oxford All-Innovate entrepreneurship c
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Natural Language Processing: Revolutionising the study of sequential data in Bioscience
June 2020 Billy B Richards - Oxford University Abstract Natural Language Processing pioneers deep learning by allowing computational models, with multiple processing layers, to represent data with multiple levels of abstraction. Recent breakthroughs in bidirectional neural networks and unsupervised learning have triggered a technological shift allowing machines to understand complex relationships within language (written or spoken). Biochemists are now using these techniques directly, segmen
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Introducing Environmental ROI (EROI): A Dynamic Metric for Valuing Climate Action
Billy Richards • July 22, 2025 It was in a room that huffed and hummed, where the air was sterile and gloves stuck like glue to my hands, that I learned the art of modeling dynamic systems. Under the guidance of the late Professor Béla Novák—one of the most inspiring and brilliant mathematicians, chemists, and biophysicists in the world—I discovered how complex cellular systems with millions of variables could be distilled into elegant equations that, from first principles, could accurately pre
Read moreNatural Language Processing: Revolutionising the study of sequential data in Bioscience
June 2020 Billy B Richards - Oxford University Abstract Natural Language Processing pioneers deep learning by allowing computational models, with multiple processing layers, to represent data with multiple levels of abstraction. Recent breakthroughs in bidirectional neural networks and unsupervised learning have triggered a technological shift allowing machines to understand complex relationships within language (written or spoken). Biochemists are now using these techniques directly, segmen
Read moreDeriving Boltzmann's Constant from Transcendental Numbers
1. Introduction: The Pursuit of Exact Formulation The Boltzmann constant (k_B = 1.380649 × 10^-23 J/K) occupies a unique position in physics as a bridge between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena. While it is traditionally viewed as a measured quantity, this analysis explores whether k_B can be derived exactly from fundamental mathematical constants without requiring arbitrary normalization factors. This approach builds on the insights from statistical mechanics, where k_B appears both wit
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Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
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Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, Speaking at InnovationZero; argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, argues that clean technologies and carbon markets can be highly profitable. He highlights the significant growth of green bonds and assets, projecting a $4 trillion market by 2030. Richards advocates for a data-driven approach to carbon credit creation, emphasizing the importance of accurate data collection, structured storage, and utilising blockchain technology to streamline the process and increase transparency. This, he claims, will significantly reduce th
Read moreBilly Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon market.
Billy Richards, CEO of Changeblock, discusses his company’s role in improving the integrity and accessibility of carbon markets at the Carter Capital sustainable tech and impact investing summit in Dubai. Changeblock uses data and technology to verify the impact of environmental projects, creating transparency and trust for investors. Richards highlights the importance of data-driven storytelling to showcase project impact and attract investment in sustainable initiatives, even small-scale ones.
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Haloverify
The Innovation During the COVID-19 pandemic, I designed the UK's first ever saliva-based COVID testing kit, building on my previous experience with the inventory of the EpiPen. This less invasive alternative to the standard nasopharyngeal swab tests represented a significant advancement in testing accessibility and comfort. The HALO COVID-19 test kit contained: * An instruction booklet with clear user guidance * A specialized test tube for sample collection * A funnel attachment for easy s
Read moreGenei
Mission Empowering professionals and researchers with lightning-fast, AI-driven summarisation and insight-extraction, revolutionising how we learn, work, and innovate across disciplines. Why Genei? The Problem We Solve * Knowledge Overload – Researchers and teams drown in information, wasting hours sifting through articles, papers, reports, and more. * Inconsistent Summaries – Manual summaries vary in quality and often miss key insights. * Fragmented Workflow – Notes, highlights, and summ
Read moreChangeblock: Redefining Carbon Markets with Technology and Trust
Mission: Empowering a transparent, efficient, and scalable carbon economy by unifying origination, blockchain-based trading, and real-time data intelligence into one integrated platform. Why Changeblock? The Problem We Solve * Fragmented Value Chain – Developers, brokers, and exchanges operate in silos, causing 12–18 month delays and 5–20% hidden fees. * Trust Deficit – “Junk credits,” double counting, and opaque pricing erode buyer confidence. * Data Gap – No real-time, verified view
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The Role of Authentication in Carbon Credit Transparency
Meta Description: “Discover how authentication plays a pivotal role in ensuring transparency and trust in carbon credit markets. Learn how secure authentication processes build integrity in the carbon market.” In the global fight against climate change, carbon credit markets have emerged as a powerful tool to channel funding into sustainable projects. From reforestation efforts to renewable energy initiatives, these markets allow businesses and individuals to offset their carbon footprint by su
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