We need to achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century to avoid catastrophic climate change, and business plays a big part in meeting this goal. Join 100% Renewables’ Co-CEO Barbara Albert as she interviews senior decision-makers from organizations leading the way on climate action. If you want to hear best practice stories of how other businesses drive net profit with zero emissions, this show is for you.
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Climate Confident is your go-to podcast for the latest in climate innovation and sustainable solutions. Hosted by Tom Raftery, this weekly series explores the cutting-edge strategies and success stories driving our global journey toward a cooler planet. Every Wednesday at 7 AM CET, Tom engages with senior industry executives, climate scientists, and sustainability pioneers to uncover actionable insights and transformative approaches to reducing emissions and revitalising our environment. Whe ...
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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.
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Examining the strategies and deployments around decarbonisation in hard to abate sectors, we speak with CEOs, heads of corporate strategy, CTOs, Innovation/R&D, project directors & heads of carbon management from around the world. Hosted by Alex Cameron of the Decarbonization Leaders Network and Decarb Connect & produced by Janno Media.
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In this Podcast Series of Conscious Citizens, we will learn about the concerning matter of Climate Change. Humanity faces the greatest threat from climate change, and it is important to address this issue as a matter of major concern. We will go through the impact of climate change on Humankind, the solutions that will define our fate, and the technological innovations that can help.
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Learn about innovative technologies and strategies leading organizations are leveraging to create a more sustainable world. There are a lot of people talking the talk when it comes to sustainability. This podcast focuses on organizations that are walking the walk.
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Travel makes the world a smaller and better place. Aviation has bounced back. However, as we experience climate change, we worry about our environmental impact. Sustainability in The Air, the world’s first podcast dedicated to sustainable aviation. Every week, Shashank Nigam, the CEO of SimpliFlying, talks to Airline, airport, travel and technology executives to help make sense of the Wild-West scenario. Our mission is to show the many paths to net zero, for an industry that is one of the ha ...
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Join Cody Simms each week as he engages with experts across disciplines to explore innovations driving the transition of energy and industry. Inevitable is an MCJ podcast. This show was formerly known as 'My Climate Journey.'
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Learn more about energy, resource, waste and water efficiency as well as engage on low carbon, environmental and green sustainability initiatives. A podcast delivered by the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme in association with BEAS.
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KPMG’s podcast series on the most topical issues in financial and sustainability reporting
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Energy Policy Now offers clear talk on the policy issues that define our relationship to energy and its impact on society and the environment. The series is produced by the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania and hosted by energy journalist Andy Stone. Join Andy in conversation with leaders from industry, government, and academia as they shed light on today's pressing energy policy debates.
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Brief creates podcasts in World News, US News, Crypto, AI, Science and Tech. More topics COMING SOON. To subscribe visit www.briefs.news/podcasts. For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.briefs.news.
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Everyone is sick and tired of being bombarded with depressing and anxiety-provoking news. This podcast provides weekly episodes every Monday that brings you up to date with always uplifting, positive news stories. Hopefully this will help everybody remember that positive things are happening and there are people still making a difference in this world!
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From IPP to corporate sourcing, and from onshore wind to floating solar - in our r.e.think energy podcast, we dive deep into the pivotal issues and thought-provoking topics steering the global renewable energy transition with experts from around the globe. Join us, as we navigate the path towards a sustainable future for our planet!
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UK Research and Innovation brings you hope for the planet in the form of a nine-part podcast.Hosted by broadcast journalist Kim McAllister and featuring experts from across the UK, ‘Emissions: Impossible?’ showcases some of the most ground-breaking research and innovation in climate change. We look at fashion, food, transport, health, space, and more.From eating grasshoppers to turning rubbish into fashion, Kim asks “what can we each do to help get to net zero?”
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E-Powered is a Podcast on energy transition in the world of mobility and a program of the Campaign Project Africa. The Podcast is hosted by the author of the book, Enterprise Planning, Jere Efeturi Ukusare, an On-Air Personality, Media, Sports and Renewable Energy entrepreneur. E- Powered looks at the various technologies, policies and issues that drive the transition to renewable energy from fossil based energy towards the attainment of net zero emissions 2050 for not just an emissions free ...
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It's not enough to think about what it takes to be more sustainable. Now is the time to act. The question is, who will lead the pack in saving our planet, and what do they need to stay on track and honest with their goals? The Decarbonization Race is a show for ESG and sustainability leaders ready to go beyond 100% renewable, beyond the bare minimum, and truly make an impact. Join host Lincoln Payton, CEO of Cleartrace, and a passionate executive leader with over a decade of experience in th ...
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Join Louisa DeCarlo from CHOA for insightful conversation and stories about energy and the people who create it.
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DNV’s Maritime Impact explores the latest environmental policies and legislation impacting the global shipping industry and discuss the key actions decision makers must take if they are to remain compliant in future.
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Guardian Australia's political team examine what’s happening in Australian politics and why it matters to you
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To address climate crisis, we have to pursue an energy system based on renewable energy and other low carbon technology. Through reasonable discussions with a variety of researchers from institutes and think tanks, this podcast informs curious minds of poliy debate on sustainable energy transition and global climate governance. The podcast is now being updated for its second season. The first season was called the REEI Energy and Climate Podcast.
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The importance of sustainability is all time high now, and it is becoming an integral part of a business strategy overall, for many and more mature organizations. Getting towards ‘Net zero’ is no more a theoretical concept but a well-defined program with measurables KPIs and incremental outcomes. In this podcast series, we discuss and understand the underlying aspects of Sustainability in action, compliance (& emission) data management, and global reporting frameworks like CDP and ESG. Drivi ...
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Follow developments in energy and climate risk with leading Australian consultancy ERM Energetics. Our podcast series features conversations between experts who advise Australia’s largest businesses and all levels of government Energetics develops market leading approaches to climate and energy risk management for ASX200 and all levels of government. For more information visit our website www.energetics.com.au
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A series of podcasts on life in a digital E&P world. Hear from petrotechnical experts, geos and coders - and a few senior execs - as they transform tasks and tackle everyday challenges in upstream oil & gas. A window into hands-on collaborations that solve the big and the small issues in our industry. Brought to you by the digital and software solutions team at SLB, with a little help from our friends and partners.
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Want to live ethically? Or organically? How about just sustainably? And without drastically changing your lifestyle or blowing up your bank account?My Green Podcast with Jarvis, Jo, and Katie is the show about accessible, sustainable living. They bring you tips on healthy living and the latest environmental news. They’ll let you know what food and products you can buy that won’t cost the earth – literally or figuratively – and will be joined by special guests who tell us what they do every d ...
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The changing climate of sustainable investing
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The Supply Chain Revolution podcast is a series focused on the latest trends and innovations in sustainability and supply chain management. The podcast is hosted by Sheri Hinish, also known as the Supply Chain Queen, who is a sustainability consultant and digital transformation expert, and features interviews with a wide range of supply chain professionals, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs. The podcast covers a variety of topics related to the supply chain revolution, including digital tra ...
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Our podcasts focus on bringing you insights from the construction and plant sectors, sharing knowledge and information from those working across the spectrum of this important industry sector. Hosted by Peter Haddock, our new 'Think Tank Series' focuses on getting the most out of the fuel in the tank - Diesel, Electric, Hydrogen. We look into what impacts the value of fuel from new innovations, equipment, technology, training more. Thanks to sponsors Leica Geosystems Surveying and 3D machine ...
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Episode 25: Leading the flock: Inghams' climate journey
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52:23Send us a text “As a business, we take sustainability very seriously—it’s integral to how we operate. Poultry can be produced in an environmentally responsible way. It’s not fully there yet, but as one of the lowest-impact meats, we believe we can keep driving improvements and aim for genuine carbon neutrality.” In this episode of “Driving Profit w…
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People have been in the Australian wilderness for generations. But can people be considered part of the natural landscape or will they always have an impact?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Why JetZero believes blended wing body aircraft are essential for net-zero aviation
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52:24In this episode, we speak with Tom O'Leary, CEO and co-founder of JetZero, which is developing the world's first commercial blended wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises to revolutionise aviation efficiency and passenger experience. JetZero is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can le…
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Inside the AI Lab Taking on Climate Misinformation
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48:12Send me a message In this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Angel Hsu, associate professor at UNC Chapel Hill and founder of the Data-Driven EnviroLab. We dive deep into how AI can be used to combat climate misinformation and bring real accountability to climate pledges. Angel and her team have built two domain-specific AI too…
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AI-Designed Materials to Cool and Decarbonize Data Centers with Orbital
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37:25Jonathan Godwin is co-founder and CEO of Orbital Materials, an AI-first materials-engineering start-up. The company open-sourced Orb, a state-of-the-art simulation model, and now designs bespoke porous materials—its first aimed at cooling data-centres while capturing CO₂ or water. Jonathan shares how his DeepMind background shaped Orbital’s “design…
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Lab Notes: AI that outperforms humans is coming
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14:41If you were impressed by generative AI such as ChatGPT, then artificial general intelligence or AGI promises to really knock your socks off. Over the past couple of decades, tech companies have been racing to build AGI systems that can match or surpass human capabilities across a whole bunch of tasks. So will AGI save the world — or will it spell t…
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Mary Somerville - Brilliant polymath, scientific genius triumphed against the odds
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54:51She could only read and write from age 10. She reared children and had a first unsupportive husband. But Mary Somerville was able to correct the work of Isaac Newton, help discover Neptune, and write a science book which became a university text.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Designing for Circularity at Scale: A Conversation with Karen Pflug of Ingka Group
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48:27In the latest episode of Climate Rising from Harvard Business School, Karen Pflug, Chief Sustainability Officer of Ingka Group (IKEA), shares how IKEA is embedding circularity throughout its business model. She discusses how IKEA is redesigning iconic products like the Billy bookcase to make them easier to disassemble and repair, how secondhand ret…
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Turning Moths and Biochar Into Climate Solutions: Zespri’s Agri-Tech Playbook
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30:35Send me a message In this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Bryan Parkes, Head of Innovation Acceleration at Zespri, the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit. Bryan shares how Zespri is taking a bold, practical approach to climate resilience through its Zespri ZAG Innovation Fund - an annual US$2 million commitment to …
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Consumers on the Sidelines? The Fight Over the Grid’s Future
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52:02As electrical grid operators move to fast-track gas projects, consumer and environmental advocates raise red flags. --- The U.S. electricity grid is undergoing a dramatic transformation. As coal plants retire, wind, solar, and battery storage now dominate the pipeline of new power projects. Yet in recent months, some policymakers and grid operators…
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The next time you pick up a bag of spuds from the supermarket or fill up the car with petrol, you can thank the Treaty of the Metre for the metric system that underpins daily life. The treaty was signed exactly 150 years ago, when delegates from 17 countries gathered on a Parisian spring day to establish a new and standardised way of measuring the …
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Redesigning Nuclear Reactors for Mass Manufacturing with Aalo
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42:54Matt Loszak is CEO and co-founder of Aalo Atomics, a startup designing 50-megawatt nuclear power plants made of pods of five 10-megawatt reactors each, targeting the data center market. Inspired by the MARVEL test reactor that his CTO Yasir Arafat led at Idaho National Lab, Aalo pursues parallel DOE and NRC pathways, betting that factory-built, pad…
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Evidence of oldest reptiles found in Victoria
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53:03Amateur fossil hunters make a major discovery. And Marilyn Renfree describes the sophisticated reproduction of marsupials.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How Edmonton International Airport is becoming a “sustainability engine” for Canada
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48:20In this episode, we speak with Marion N Chivot-Legris, Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), who shares how the Canadian airport is leveraging its unique position to drive sustainability innovation across the region. Chivot-Legris discusses: YEG’s transformation into a “sustainability engine” for the ent…
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Can Forests Save Us? How Tech and Trees Are Scaling Carbon Removal in Europe
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44:25Send me a message How do we scale nature-based carbon removal without greenwashing or over-promising? That’s exactly what I explore in this episode with Lisett Luik, co-founder of Arbonics. We all know forests are powerful carbon sinks. But turning that into credible, measurable climate action is harder than it sounds. Lisett shares how Arbonics is…
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Guardian Essential report: can Labor live up to expectations?
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25:18Post-election Albanese has seen a surge in popularity but what is the electorate expecting from a second term Labor government and can they deliver during challenging times? Guardian Australia’s political reporter, Josh Butler sits down with chief political correspondent, Tom McIlroy and Essential Media’s executive director, Peter Lewis.…
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Lab Notes: The plight of the southern right whales
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13:46Southern right whales (Eubalaena australis) were named by whalers because their high oil content made them the "right" ones to kill. In the decades since whaling was banned, southern right numbers increased — but a new study shows that population growth stalled, and might've dropped a bit, despite current numbers still far below what they were in p…
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Inside Microsoft’s $1B Climate Fund Strategy to Hit Net Zero by 2030
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40:27Brandon Middaugh is the senior director of Microsoft’s $1 billion Climate Innovation Fund, created in 2020 to accelerate technologies that help Microsoft and the wider economy meet aggressive 2030 sustainability goals: carbon‑negative, water‑positive, zero‑waste and ecosystem‑protective. Five years in, Brandon shares how the fund’s “invest‑to‑procu…
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Aging halted in fruit flies. How about humans?
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53:02David Walker at UCLA says he can halt aging in fruit flies. Can the same concepts be applied to humans? And two tertiary students and an artist describe combining science and artistic pursuits.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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From Sustainability to Regeneration: A New Paradigm in Sourcing - 10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future
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24:58In Season 2, Episode 2 of the Supply Chain Revolution podcast, hosts Sheri Hinish and James George delve into the concept of regenerative sourcing as a transformative approach to supply chains. They discuss the shift from traditional sustainability practices to a regenerative mindset that aims to leave ecosystems better than they found them. The co…
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IMO’s new Net-Zero Framework: What you need to know
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12:37The IMO has reached agreement on its Net-Zero Framework and in this episode of the Maritime Impact podcast, host Eirik Nyhus brings you the lowdown from London. How did the member states reach the decision, what exactly does it include and what steps remain before and after the framework is adopted? Listen now to find out all the details. Watch our…
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Advancing the Circular Economy: A Conversation with Lauren Rodriguez of Closed Loop Partners
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43:45Lauren Rodriguez, who leads partnerships at Circular Services, a Closed Loop Partners company, joins host Mike Toffel to discuss building the infrastructure and investment models needed to scale the circular economy. Lauren explains how Closed Loop Partners supports the transition from a linear to a circular economy through capital management, inno…
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Perovskite Solar Cells Explained: Less Land, Lower Costs, More Power
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48:04Send me a message In this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I spoke with Laura Miranda Perez, Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer at Oxford PV, about one of the most important developments in solar tech today: perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells. We unpacked how Oxford PV’s approach improves solar panel efficiency from the typic…
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Beyond Yield: Climate, Nutrition and the Future of Farming
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40:56Dr. Lindiwe Majele Sibanda, chair of global food security research network CGIAR, on adapting agriculture for climate and food security. --- Global agriculture changed dramatically during the 20th century as small, traditional farms were replaced by large-scale, monoculture farming in many parts of the world. This shift led to a dramatic increase i…
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Lab Notes: Why one man let deadly snakes bite him 200 times
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14:05Cobras, taipans, black mambas — Tim Friede's been intentionally bitten more than 200 times by some of the most venomous snakes on Earth. And he survived, mostly because years of self-injecting venom let him develop immunity to them. (Please do not try this yourself!) Now his blood's been used to make a broad-spectrum antivenom that researchers say …
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How Euclid Power Streamlines Clean Energy Development at Scale
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49:55Jacob Sandry is the CEO and co-founder of Euclid Power, a platform for renewable energy project development, financing, and operations—with AI-enabled services layered on top. MCJ is proud to be an investor in Euclid, having joined the company’s seed round in mid-2022. Jacob has worked in renewable power his entire career, starting at Generate Capi…
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A happy 99th birthday to a friend of The Science Show
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54:05Mansi Kasliwal describes how she detects supernovae – the massive stellar explosions where elements are formed. We learn how dung beetles saved the Australian environment from the big problem, and David Attenborough shares his love for Birds-of-paradise.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future - Meet the Hosts
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7:42Welcome to the new season of the Supply Chain Revolution podcast, where hosts Sheri R. Hinish and James George discuss the launch of '10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future'. As they reflect on their previous conversations and emphasize the need for actionable change in the industry. The episode serves as an introduction …
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Building the Future with Patrick Maloney, CIV
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43:14Patrick Maloney is the Co-founder and CEO at CIV, and this episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the UCLA Anderson School of Management as part of LA Climate Week. Patrick's firm, CIV, is a new venture capital investment firm based in Venice, California, that backs and builds companies at the nexus of industry and technology. Patrick …
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Charting the next phase of sustainable aviation: Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II
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50:23In this special episode, SimpliFlying’s CEO Shashank Nigam and Head of Sustainability Dirk Singer sit down with senior leaders from three companies featured in their upcoming book, Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II. Joining the conversation are Jonathon Counsell (Group Head of Sustainability, IAG), Diana Birkett Rakow (SVP of Public Affairs and Su…
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Guardian Essential report: is the real question now just how big Labor’s victory will be?
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15:12Just days out from the crucial vote, the latest Guardian Essential poll shows steady support for Labor. But with a significant number of undecided voters and a strong field of independents, questions remain about how convincing their victory will really be. Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Tom McIlroy, sits down with Essential Me…
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Decarbonising Planes Without Batteries or Hydrogen? For Now, Here’s How
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33:29Send me a message In this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I speak with Alexei Beltyukov, co-founder of Universal Fuel Technologies, about a new approach to producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), using a process they call flexiforming. Unlike traditional methods like HEFA or Fischer–Tropsch, flexiforming allows producers to use a much …
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Lab Notes: Where's my needle-free vaccine?
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14:01Hate getting needles? You're in good company — one in five people in Australia have needle fear.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The wonder of sharks surviving for 500 million years
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53:50Sharks have survived 500 million years while mass extinctions have wiped out other species. Now, sharks are under threat.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How KLM is working towards a zero-emission future in aviation
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40:18In this episode, we speak with Jolanda Stevens, Program Manager for Zero Emission Aviation at KLM, who shares how the airline is preparing for a more sustainable future of aviation through innovative technologies and strategic investment in emerging solutions. Stevens discusses: KLM’s unique approach to innovation with a dedicated team focused on t…
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Scaling Reuse with Vytal: A Circular Economy Conversation with CEO Fabian Barthel
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46:49Fabian Barthel, Co-Founder of Vytal, a circular economy packaging-as-a-service startup, joins host Mike Toffel to explore the innovation, behavioral science, and regulations shaping the market for reusable containers for take-out food and beverages. Fabian shares how Vytal is tackling packaging waste by building a reusable container system for rest…
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Why Solar Lanterns Are a Game-Changer for Climate and Humanitarian Aid
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42:12Send me a message In this episode of Climate Confident, I speak with Alice Chun, inventor of the world’s first inflatable, origami-inspired solar light and founder of Solight Design. Alice shares how a career in material technology and a deeply personal experience with her son’s asthma led her to tackle energy poverty, disaster relief, and carbon e…
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Planning for Net Zero in an Imperfect World
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44:00Ambitious climate policies may overlook practical constraints. Kleinman Center Visiting Scholar Niall Mac Dowell explores what deliverable paths to net zero might require. --- The Earth’s average temperature surpassed the 1.5°C threshold for the first time in 2024—a milestone driven in part by El Niño, but also a stark warning about our broader cli…
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Lab Notes: Why did NASA spend a billion bucks on Lucy?
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13:00Somewhere out past Mars in the early hours of Easter Monday, a space probe called Lucy whizzed by an asteroid named Donaldjohanson. Lucy then sent back images showing Donaldjohanson is about five kilometres wide and shaped like a peanut. It's one of a handful of asteroids on Lucy's 12-year itinerary. So what does the billion-dollar mission hope to …
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Palaeontology helps reveal why some animals are in desperate need of help while others thrive.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How a $4 B Deep‑Tech Fund Tackles Emissions with DCVC
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41:20Zack Bogue is co‑founder and co‑managing partner at DCVC, a $4 billion deep‑tech venture firm spanning 13 funds. In late 2024, DCVC launched DCVC Climate, a dedicated vehicle backing technologies that slash emissions in heavy industry, hasten the energy transition, and bolster climate adaptation. In this episode, Zack unpacks how the firm’s strateg…
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How a pilot-turned-CEO transformed air travel in the Baltics
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39:46In this episode, we speak with Martin Gauss, former CEO of airBaltic, who transformed the Latvian flag carrier into one of Europe’s most innovative airlines while connecting the entire Baltic region. Gauss discusses: The benefits of operating a single-fleet airline with the highly efficient Airbus A220-300, resulting in 30% lower fuel consumption t…
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Guardian Essential report: as Labor pulls further ahead, can Dutton outmanoeuvre Albanese?
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19:28As the election draws near, Labor has extended its lead against the Coalition in the latest Essential poll, raising new questions about what Peter Dutton needs to do to shift the momentum in his favour. Political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy sits down with Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis to unpack the strategies and dynamics shaping t…
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From Filing to Patent in 6 Months: The Untold Story of the USPTO’s Climate Program
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34:13Send me a message In this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I spoke with Ryan Schermerhorn, a US-based patent attorney who’s been helping clean tech innovators navigate the IP maze - until recently with the help of a now-suspended fast-track programme. We discussed the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Climate Change Mitig…
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Lab Notes: Why sprinting sensation Gout Gout is so fast
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12:49Gout Gout is fast becoming the face of Australian athletics, regularly clocking blisteringly quick times over 100- and 200-metre sprints. And he's only 17. Many think the best is yet to come. So what is it about Gout that makes him such an impressive sprinter at such a young age?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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New findings show how genetic mutations drive autoimmunity.
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54:05A protein in the immune system, DECTIN-1 - primarily responsible for defending the body against fungal infections, has been found to control the severity of autoimmune diseases such as irritable bowel disease (IBS), type 1 diabetes, eczema, and other chronic disorders.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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FOAK 2.0 - What I learned in the last year since FOAK emerged as a concept
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44:01First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) projects are critical to scaling breakthrough decarbonization technologies, yet they don’t fit neatly into traditional funding models. Investors, developers, and strategic partners need to navigate a complex ecosystem to make these projects bankable and viable. In this episode, I talk with David Yeh, a veteran climate tech in…
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Underground Nuclear Reactors? Inside Deep Fission’s Energy Solution
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36:21Liz Muller is the CEO and Co-founder of Deep Fission, a company pioneering a new approach to the traditional light-water nuclear reactor. Rather than using concrete and constructed containment, Deep Fission places the reactor one mile underground, fundamentally changing the design paradigm. Liz was on the show over five years ago when she was build…
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How Expliseat helps airlines cut carbon without compromising on comfort
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35:21In this episode, we speak with Amaury Barberot, CEO of Expliseat, about how the company's innovative lightweight seating technology is delivering immediate sustainability benefits for airlines while improving their bottom line. Barberot discusses: Expliseat's revolutionary aircraft seat design made from carbon fibre and titanium that is 30% lighter…
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Carbon Credit Ratings and Market Integrity: A Conversation on the Calyx Global Case
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42:21In this bonus episode of Climate Rising, we share an episode from Harvard Business School’s Cold Call podcast, featuring HBS professor Mike Toffel and Duncan van Bergen, Co-Founder of Calyx Global. The discussion focuses on Mike’s recent HBS case study, Calyx Global: Rating Carbon Credits, which explores how the company is helping improve transpare…
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