Best Light Pollution News Podcasts (2024)

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Women in Leadership: Los Angeles bank CEO on serving diverse communities 22:05

5h ago22:05

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Today we bring you the latest installment in our ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast, featuring interviews with women CEOs and leaders from around the world. In this episode, we talk with Bonnie Lee, President and CEO of Hanmi Financial Corporation and Hanmi Bank, a Los Angeles-based community bank established in 1982 to serve t…

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Episode 132: Be A Good Neighbor with Patrick Sommer 44:26

8h ago44:26

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Patrick is the DarkSky International delegate in the Fargo North Dakota area. Patrick has found that framing the light pollution argument around astronomy, animal life, ecosystems, etc. can cause some audiences to nod off and glaze over. What gets everyone’s attention is “light trespass,” and human health. Lead with that and then people will listen…

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What the spate of wolf poisonings says about Oregon’s co-existence with wolves 45:22

26m ago45:22

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In recent years, people have killed increasingly larger numbers of wolves in Oregon as the animals have rebounded in the state. And poisoning has emerged as one of the most common tools used to target wolves. Roblyn Brown, wolf program coordinator with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, talked on Beat Check about the poisonings, what they …

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How Singapore-based investment firm Temasek is mobilizing green capital for emerging markets 22:25

1h ago22:25

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In this week’s episode of the ESG Insider podcast we sit down with Steve Howard, Vice Chair of Sustainability for Singapore-based Temasek, a global investment firm with a net portfolio value of $287 billion as of March 31, 2023. Steve was a keynote speaker at the annual S&P Global Sustainable1 Summit in London May 8. In an interview on the sideline…

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Episode 131: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter May 23rd, 2024 12:01

5h ago12:01

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The Darkness News Update is a biweekly series that explores current events in light at night – be it biological research, new developments in lamps, actions by advocates, and changes in policy. Highlights from this episode: Going Back to Court New Policies Migrations Email Sponsored by Evluma https://evluma.com/dark-sky-friendly-lighting/ Intro and…

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Will Multnomah County DA Mike Schmidt dodge voters’ wrath? 44:36

1h ago44:36

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Portland and Multnomah County voters are casting ballots this week in a number of local contested races. Candidates in each of them have offered competing visions for how to best address some of the most pressing issues facing Oregon’s most populous county — be it crime, livability concerns or the deadly fentanyl crisis. In particular, the outcome …

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How light pollution messes with Texas wildlife 12:35

14d ago12:35

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Modern life and the world economy depend on a 24-hour system, made possible due to artificial light. Meanwhile the natural world has relied on darkness for many of its critical activities. Marshall Hinsley talks to Michael Rymer of Dark Sky International and Cindy Luongo Cassidy of Dark Sky Texas about how artificial light is harming the natural wo…

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How AI could solve the data challenge for climate, nature and the energy transition 30:43

5h ago30:43

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In this week's episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we bring you coverage of the annual S&P Global Sustainable1 Summit held in London on May 8. We sit down with panelists on the sidelines of the event to discuss key conference themes, including data challenges related to climate, nature and the energy transition; the role that technology and innovat…

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Episode 130: The Predator Prey Arms Race with Brett Seymoure 54:02

16d ago54:02

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Nearly all animals see light differently than we do. Dr. Seymour endeavors to understand how light drives organismal behavior. To that end, he tries to bridge the gap between astronomers, light engineers and biologists. Each of these camps has elements of tools and measurement models that he thinks could be brought together collaboratively and syne…

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New poll sheds light on Portland area’s attitudes, sentiments and biggest concerns 45:48

1h ago45:48

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The Oregonian/OregonLive last week published the results of a series of polls that shed light on the sentiments of Portland-area residents heading into a May election. John Horvick, senior vice president of polling partner DHM Research, joined the podcast Beat Check with The Oregonian to review the results and discuss some of the most interesting f…

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ISSB Vice Chair Sue Lloyd talks aligning sustainability standards across jurisdictions 22:21

3h ago22:21

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re taking you to London for the third annual S&P Global Sustainable1 Summit, where we sit down with International Sustainability Standards Board Vice Chair Sue Lloyd. Sue was a keynote speaker at the conference, where sustainability leaders from across industries and the investment community gathered o…

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Episode 129: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter May 9th, 2024 13:31

6d ago13:31

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The Darkness News Update is a biweekly series that explores current events in light at night – be it biological research, new developments in lamps, actions by advocates, and changes in policy. Highlights from this episode: Self Drive Bike Trails Beer Run Moth Traps Sponsored by Evluma Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle…

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The backstory to the mystery of ‘Cosmo the talking crow’ 20:05

4h ago20:05

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Any newspaper editor will tell you readers love animal stories. The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Samantha Swindler took that axiom to the next level this spring with a 12-part video series on the mysterious disappearance of Cosmo, the talking crow. She joins Editor Therese Bottomly on “Beat Check with The Oregonian” to discuss the narrative, which also w…

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Talking climate diplomacy and the energy transition with Dan Yergin 31:58

27d ago31:58

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With about six months to go before the UN’s COP29 climate change conference in Azerbaijan, we’re talking with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Yergin about the role that diplomacy will play in facilitating solutions to climate change and the global energy transition. “Climate diplomacy has been really central to where we are right now in terms …

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Episode 128: Electro-Soup With a Side of Light Pollution with Odette Wilkens 1:06:42

4d ago1:06:42

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This one isn’t exactly about light pollution, but you’re going to want to hear it anyway. It’s all about 5G. No, not the “5G cell towers are giving you Covid 19” conspiracy, this is about the deleterious effects of radio frequency waves on your health. With the lack of updated standards, and the usual corporate protectionism, this train is full spe…

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May 2024: Radio Aero Ecology 1:47:59

30d ago1:47:59

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What did you think of this Episode? Text Us! Host Bill McGeeney is joined by Shane Ludtke of the Actual Astronomy Podcast, Jeff Buler of the Aeroecology Lab at the University of Delaware, and Matthias Schmitt of Cedar Breaks National Monument. See Full Show Notes, Lighting Tips and more at LightPollutionNews.com. Like this episode, share it with a …

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Why semiconductor manufacturers have a pollution predicament 42:20

29d ago42:20

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Semiconductor manufacturing is critical to Oregon’s economy: it’s the state’s largest manufacturing sector in terms of employment, exports and contributions to its gross domestic product. Intel, the state’s top chipmaker, employs 23,000 people and is Oregon’s largest corporate employer. But the chips – celebrated by state lawmakers, ubiquitous in t…

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Women in Leadership: How Sappe CEO went from investment banker to running a global consumer brand 19:19

17d ago19:19

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As part of our ongoing ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re speaking with women CEOs and leaders from across industries and around the world to understand their path to the top. In today’s episode, we talk with Piyajit Ruckariyapong, CEO of Thailand-based Sappe, a family business producing a range of juice and health drink…

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Episode 127: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter April 25, 2024 9:47

1M ago9:47

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The Darkness News Update is a biweekly series that explores current events in light at night – be it biological research, new developments in lamps, actions by advocates, and changes in policy. This series is sponsored by Evluma. Highlights from this episode: Space Race Rat Race Flock and Flyways Protests Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle Head…

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Oregon’s troubling track record with treating teens for mental illness, addiction 17:07

14d ago17:07

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As many by now know, Oregon ranks miserably when it comes to addressing residents’ mental health needs compared to the rest of the U.S. Especially troubling: Our state is dead last — the absolute worst in the nation — in balancing the prevalence of youth mental illness with access to care. That’s left many families with a teen in crisis or struggli…

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What companies are doing to address the plastic pollution problem 38:57

1M ago38:57

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Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, we’re continuing our series on plastic with a look at steps some companies are taking to address the growing plastic pollution problem. The ESG Insider podcast launched the series ahead of international plastic treaty talks taking place in Ottawa, Canada April 23-29. More than 170 countries will gather to negotiate a…

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What's at stake in UN plastic pollution treaty talks 25:35

18d ago25:35

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More than 170 countries will gather in Ottawa, Canada between April 23 and April 29 to negotiate a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution with a view to agreeing on a global treaty by the end of 2024. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’ll hear from stakeholders who will be present at the negotiations about key issues being deba…

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Episode 126: Does Exterior Lighting Make a Difference with Professor Phil Edwards 43:39

1M ago43:39

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Epidemiology. From the Greek “epi,” meaning “among,” and “demos” meaning “the people.” In modern usage, epidemiology is the study of disease in populations. Professor Edwards uses this term for the “disease” of road traffic accidents. He has done extensive research on this in relation to reduced street lighting, by compiling data from scores of mun…

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How PERS became the behemoth that consumes public budgets 28:34

21d ago28:34

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The Oregonian/OregonLive is in the midst of its annual update of the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System beneficiary database. Last week, we published an update that showed nearly 6,000 retirees tapped into the pension benefit system in 2023. In a week or so, we’ll have our database fully updated and available so readers can lookup all current…

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How plastic impacts companies, investors, public health and the environment 41:26

24d ago41:26

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Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, we’re launching a miniseries of the ESG Insider podcast looking at plastic. We’ll explore how plastic impacts human health and the environment, how companies and investors are approaching the topic, and what to expect from international plastic treaty negotiations starting April 23. In today's episode, we hear about …

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Episode 125: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter April 11, 2024 6:45

2M ago6:45

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Highlights from this episode: - ALAN and Stroke - DST and Mortality - Lamps and Fixtures that Are Not Sponsors - New Ordinances Sponsor: Evluma https://evluma.com/dark-sky-friendly-lighting/ Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle Headlines and Sources: ALAN Increases Risk of Stroke https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/STROKEAHA.123.044904 ANSES …

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Are electricity rate increases fair to customers? 48:18

2M ago48:18

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Many homeowners in Oregon are feeling the impacts of higher electricity bills and facing the prospect of yet another rate increase next year. As electricity bills have skyrocketed, causing widespread anger and frustration, many people have begun to question how and why utilities recoup money from their customers. Last month, the Oregon Citizens’ Ut…

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Episode 124: Getting a Softer Groove - Chip Israel 44:38

2M ago44:38

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Chip works by the three “Rights” as in “doing the right thing.” The RIGHT amount of light, in the RIGHT location, and on for the RIGHT amount of time. Chip has used this term for decades to help guide his designs and installations from the time of incandescent through to the LED era and everything in between. Chip is also on board with sustainabili…

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CERAWeek: How energy transition discussions are shifting 55:13

2M ago55:13

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This week the ESG Insider podcast is covering key themes from one of the world’s largest energy conferences — the annual CERAWeek gathering hosted by S&P Global in Houston, Texas. The event convenes stakeholders from across sectors to discuss solutions to the biggest challenges facing the future of energy, the environment and climate — and the mess…

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The Oregon police chief fired by two small towns 30:26

1M ago30:26

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In February, elected leaders of a small town in Marion County took the extraordinary step of firing its top cop amid a series of troubling allegations. Gervais Police Chief Mark Chase’s removal has since touched off a feud between the chief’s defenders and officials in the quiet community about 15 miles NE of Salem. Chase, it turns out, is no stran…

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Apr 2024: Sonification 1:50:12

2M ago1:50:12

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What did you think of this Episode? Text Us! Host Bill McGeeney is joined by Isa Mohammed of the Caribbean Institute of Astronomy, Frank Turina of the Night Sky Resource Center, and the Director of Dark Sky International's Engagement, Bettymaya Foott. See Full Show Notes, Lighting Tips and more at LightPollutionNews.com. Like this episode, share it…

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CERAWeek: How cleantech companies are innovating to facilitate the energy transition 24:27

2M ago24:27

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re looking at the role that technological innovation will play in finding solutions for the low-carbon energy transition. This was a big topic at S&P Global’s annual CERAWeek conference in Houston, Texas, and we sat down on the sidelines of the event with two CEOs running emerging technology companies …

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Episode 123: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter March 28, 2024 8:44

2M ago8:44

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Highlights from this episode: - Federal Precedents - Dark Sky Week 2024 - Digital Planning - International Dark Skies Programs Sponsored by Evluma https://evluma.com/dark-sky-friendly-lighting/ Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle Headlines and Sources: March 23rd was Earth Hour https://www.dogonews.com/2024/3/20/earth-hour-2024-shines-a-spotligh…

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Women in Leadership: Why Mercer CEO turned down the top role — twice 24:23

2M ago24:23

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To celebrate Women’s History Month, we’ve relaunched our ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast. Over the coming months, we’ll speak with women CEOs and leaders from across industries and around the world. In today’s episode, we talk with Martine Ferland, CEO of global consulting firm Mercer, which is a business of professional ser…

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What Intel’s $8.5 billion federal subsidy means for Oregon 25:41

1M ago25:41

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Oregon’s largest corporate employer has been one of the biggest boosters calling for an infusion of taxpayer dollars into U.S. manufacturing of computer chips. Last week, Intel got its wish: an $8.5 billion check from the federal government. Mike Rogoway, who covers the chip industry for The Oregonian/OregonLive, spoke with business editor Elliot N…

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Why Water.org CEO says the world’s water challenges are 'inherently solvable' 20:25

2M ago20:25

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Today is World Water Day, and we’re talking with Gary White in the latest episode of the ESG Insider podcast. Gary is CEO of the nonprofit Water.org, which he co-founded with actor Matt Damon. Gary is also CEO and Co-Founder of impact investment manager WaterEquity. In the interview, he talks about the intersection of water challenges and climate c…

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CERAWeek: One big bank’s solution to the energy tech finance gap 17:20

2M ago17:20

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we sit down on the sidelines of CERAWeek with Ana Carolina Oliveira, Head of Sustainable Finance in the Americas for ING, a global banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Amsterdam. Ana explains how ING is working with companies across sectors to facilitate the low-carbon transition — …

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CERAWeek: How one of the world’s largest mining companies approaches energy transition, nature 16:58

2M ago16:58

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In this special episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we sit down on the sidelines of CERAWeek with Sinead Kaufman, Chief Executive of Minerals at Rio Tinto, one of the world’s largest mining companies. Rio Tinto was founded more than 150 years ago, and Sinead says the company is taking a long-term view in its approach to the energy transition, its e…

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At CERAWeek, mapping one large utility's energy transition path 20:33

3M ago20:33

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In this special episode of the ESG Insider podcast we sit down on the sidelines of CERAWeek with Phil Nevels, Director of Corporate Strategy for AES Corporation, a Fortune 500 energy company with operations in multiple regions including the US, Latin America and Asia. S&P Global's CERAWeek conference is one of the biggest events in the energy indus…

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Why does Oregon plan to divest from coal? 28:50

2M ago28:50

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Environmentalists notched what they consider a major win in the 2024 short legislative session. The COAL Act directs the state to drop about $1 billion in coal investments and to cease new investments in companies that mine and burn coal. Proponents say the legislation aligns the state’s public pension investments with Oregon’s existing climate goa…

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Unpacking the SEC's climate disclosure rule 29:00

3M ago29:00

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission on March 6 finalized a long-awaited rule requiring thousands of publicly traded companies to disclose certain climate-related information. The final rule takes a narrower approach than what the SEC proposed in 2022; it also marks a significant change in the level of climate-related information that publicly…

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Episode 122: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter Mar 14, 2024 10:04

3M ago10:04

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Highlights from this episode: - DST and Health - An Official Statement - Prepping for Turtle Season - It’s Probably Not Aliens Sponsored by Evluma https://evluma.com/dark-sky-friendly-lighting/ Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle Headlines and Sources can be found at https://restoringdarkness.com/…

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What might happen with drug courts now that legislators recriminalized some drugs? 21:01

3M ago21:01

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A lack of funding and the passage of Measure 110 dealt a double whammy to Oregon drug courts. Even as fentanyl became a scourge, one of the best tools to help addicts largely faded away. Programs in Deschutes, Benton, Polk and Multnomah counties shut down in recent months or years and others have been hit with funding problems. But in this short le…

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Women in Leadership: Why Competent Boards CEO says diversity is essential for innovation 24:01

3M ago24:01

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To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’re relaunching our ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast. Over the coming months, we’ll speak with women CEOs and leaders from across industries and around the world. In today’s episode, we talk to Helle Bank Jorgensen, CEO and Founder of Competent Boards, an organization that trains boar…

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Episode 121: Like A Moth - Yash Sondhi 48:34

3M ago48:34

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Yash recently discovered something astounding. Moths fly with their backs to a light because they think it’s the sky and they try to orient themselves to it. And then there’s all kinds of disorientation and trouble for them. Yash touches on the best light for moths in terms of nanometers and placement. You may think they’re just moths but they poll…

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Why are Oregon electric, gas rates going up so fast? 51:20

3M ago51:20

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Utility customers in Oregon have seen steep rate increases in the past two years – and more are in the works. What gives? Portland General Electric customers saw their bills go up by 18% in January, in addition to a 14.8% rate increase in 2023. Pacific Power customers saw bills increase by 21% at the start of 2023 and by another 12% in January. Pac…

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Mar 2024: Ar Hyd Y Nos 1:55:27

3M ago1:55:27

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What did you think of this Episode? Text Us! Host Bill McGeeney is joined by storyteller Mary Stewart Adams, author of the new book - All Along the Night, Dani Robertson, and dark sky consultant, John Barentine. See Full Show Notes, Lighting Tips and more at LightPollutionNews.com. Like this episode, share it with a friend! Please be sure to check …

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Navigating the path to sustainable agriculture, food systems 23:04

3M ago23:04

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we’re exploring solutions to sustainability challenges in food systems and agriculture. Climate change poses risks to global food supply chains and agricultural production. At the same time, the world's growing population means food needs are increasing. We discuss sustainable agriculture trends with Miche…

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Episode 120: Darkness News Update with Scott Wachter Feb 29, 2024 10:14

3M ago10:14

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Highlights from this episode: - Elegy for an Owl - ALAN and Allergies - State Lighting Regs - Wasatch Update Sponsored by Evluma https://evluma.com/dark-sky-friendly-lighting/ Intro and outro music by Doctor Turtle Headlines and Sources: ALAN Makes Allergies Worse https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12916-024-03291-5 UK Tax Laws…

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The trouble at Crater Lake National Park 23:35

3M ago23:35

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There is trouble at one of the most beloved natural attractions in Oregon and all of the Pacific Northwest.Busted buildings. Hazardous spills. Injuries and allegations of sexual assault. Years of mismanagement by Crater Lake Hospitality, a subsidiary of Aramark, the corporate behemoth hired by the National Park Service in 2018 to operate concession…

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