EA Megaproject Ideas

Abstract

This forum post presents a list of “megaprojects” that the author believes could potentially be highly impactful from an effective altruist standpoint. These include: enhancing positive character traits through AI and biotechnology; improving the psychiatric crisis system; promoting diversity and inclusion within EA; aligning AI values with human values; creating an EA-aligned think tank and SuperPAC; launching XPRIZE competitions for global health and EA talent development; advocating for free trade policies; using holistic management to reverse desertification; creating an EA dating app; ending world hunger and malnutrition through resilient food solutions; making effective mental health apps free; studying the psychological homogeneity of EA; fully funding the Qualia Research Institute; and funding individuals like Vishen Lakhiani to help upgrade human consciousness. The author briefly explains the reasoning behind each suggestion, often citing external sources. – AI-generated abstract.