For someone dedicating his life and fortune to solving climate change, Bill Gates has an unexpected culinary guilty pleasure: cheeseburgers. The billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft Corp. co-founder reveals his love for this iconic American dish is at odds with his environmental crusade. Gates laments that while he’s sampled many plant-based burger alternatives, none can truly replicate the irresistible sizzle and richness that comes from real beef fat. This craving exposes a fundamental tension — how can one satisfy primal food cravings while also protecting the planet? Gates’s insights s…
