Best Windpowered Podcasts (2024)

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Florida's Decarbonized Future: Groundbreaking Report by The Nature Conservancy 21:27

3d ago21:27

21:27

Today's guest is Sofia Leon, Climate Innovation and Fundraising Lead for The Nature Conservancy, Florida Chapter. She joined the organization in 2017 and splits her time between the philanthropy and climate strategy teams. She is the critical leader and relationship builder in connecting donors and partners with the TNC staff, related to the Florid…

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How are auctions unlocking Europe’s green hydrogen market? 24:07

9d ago24:07

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A first wave of subsidy auctions for green hydrogen production in Europe has revealed early price signals and could kick-start the market after a long period of policy and investment delays. The recent European Hydrogen Bank auction results were much lower than expected, but will renewable hydrogen be much cheaper than previously thought, or will c…

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Unlocking sustainable flight with hydrogen 26:49

16d ago26:49

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Hydrogen fuel is gaining traction as a promising solution for decarbonizing the transport sector, particularly in challenging areas like aviation where electrification is limited. US government subsidies for low-carbon hydrogen production and the establishment of the Department of Energy’s seven hydrogen hubs are expected to drive low-carbon hydrog…

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Youth Activist Series: Sean Schrader, 22 years old 11:55

17d ago11:55

11:55

Welcome to the second episode of our Youth Activist Series on the Climate Correction Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Sean Schrader, a 22-year-old from Clearwater, Florida, joining us. Sean is in the final year of his MBA program at the University of South Florida and has been deeply involved in sustainability efforts throughout the Tampa Ba…

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Youth Activist Series: Sofia Arnau, 17 years-old 15:39

1M ago15:39

15:39

Welcome to the Climate Correction Podcast! Today marks the first episode of our special series highlighting motivated and effective youth activists who are smart, hungry for change, and dedicated to growing up in healthy, hospitable environments. Our guest today is Sofia Arnau, a 17-year-old junior at Miami Palmetto Senior High School and a passion…

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Splitting Water: All About Hydrogen with Tianyi Sun, EDF 25:31

1M ago25:31

25:31

Splitting Water: All About Hydrogen with Tianyi Sun, EDF Splitting Water: All About Hydrogen with Tianyi Sun, EDF Dr. Tianyi Sun is a climate scientist at the Environmental Defense Fund. This nonpartisan, nonprofit organization relies on science and economics to tackle climate change and other pressing environmental issues of our day. Tianyi holds …

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Why sulfur markets face an upside risk from the energy transition 17:10

2M ago17:10

17:10

Sulfur is a crucial input for the fertilizer market. But, this byproduct of the oil and gas industry is also increasingly in-demand for processing key metals needed for the energy transition, such as copper and nickel. In this episode of the Platts Future Energy podcast, sulfur and sulfuric acid market reporter Matt Hoisch is joined by sulfur and s…

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Transitioning to Zero-Carbon Industry: A Pathway to Sustainable Prosperity 26:31

2M ago26:31

26:31

In the quest to mitigate climate change, transitioning industries to zero-carbon practices stands out as a paramount challenge. In this episode of the Climate Correction podcast, we delve into this crucial topic with Jeff Rissman, Senior Director of Industry Program at Energy Innovation. Rissman, with his extensive background in environmental scien…

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Climate Correction™ 2024: VISTA Award Presentation- Evaluation of Plant Varieties for Green Roofs in South Florida 14:00

2M ago14:00

14:00

VISTA Award Presentation- Evaluation of Plant Varieties for Green Roofs in South Florida Description Green roofs are innovative roofing systems that support plant growth on buildings. They replace traditional roofing materials with a layer of soil for vegetation, offering various benefits such as mitigating the heat island effect, reducing stormwat…

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Climate Correction™ 2024: Empowering Youth for Climate Action: Community Solutions in Action 19:29

2M ago19:29

19:29

Empowering Youth for Climate Action: Community Solutions in Action Description This panel will focus on the vital role of youth in implementing effective climate solutions within their communities. As the group who is most impacted by climate issues, yet having contributed the least to the problem, centering the voices of youth climate leaders is c…

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Climate Correction™ 2024: WWF Presents Food Waste Warriors: OCPS and South FL 19:18

2M ago19:18

19:18

WWF Presents Food Waste Warriors: OCPS and South FL Description Join WWF's Food Waste Warriors team as they dive into their collaboration with K-12 school food waste leaders in 5 Orange County Public Schools and expand efforts to South Florida. Speakers Mary Chandler, World Wildlife Fund, Food Waste Warriors Dan St Onge, OCPS Elaine Fiore, Broward …

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Climate Correction™ 2024: Accelerating Global Climate Progress: The Role of Carbon Markets in Restoring Nature and Closing the Climate Ambition Gap 21:05

2M ago21:05

21:05

Carbon credit markets are a key market-based solution for accelerating global climate progress while restoring nature and creating a more just world. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) supports effective carbon pricing across the global economy; however, it will take years to build political support in countries across the world. Yet, to meet global clim…

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Climate Correction™ Conference 2024: Reaching the Peak of the Summit: How Can Climate Events Create Change? 22:27

2M ago22:27

22:27

Reaching the Peak of the Summit: How Can Climate Events Create Change? Description Whether it’s COP, Climate Week NYC, or Earth Day, summits and convenings have become a major way to accelerate climate action. But how can we shift the focus from mere discussion to tangible action? Adam Lake gives his reflections on how climate events have changed s…

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Climate Correction™ 2024: Florida's Climate Future: Sunshine State or Stormy Situation? 18:39

2M ago18:39

18:39

Florida's Climate Future: Sunshine State or Stormy Situation? 2:20 PM – 2:40 PM Description Florida families are already weathering the effects of climate change. Recognizing that knowledge is power, this panel will share stories of impact and showcase how this new tool can deepen understanding of how heat, flooding, and volatile energy costs risks…

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Climate Correction™ 2024: What Does It Mean to Put a Price on Carbon? 20:40

2M ago20:40

20:40

Climate Correction™: What Does It Mean to Put a Price on Carbon? This panel will discuss what it means to put a price on carbon, why this is important to drive climate action and provide insights into efforts being made in the U.S. and around the world by governments and businesses. Speakers: Angela Churie Kallhauge Executive Vice President, Impact…

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Welcome to Climate Correction™ 2024 7:09

2M ago7:09

7:09

Welcome to Climate Correction™ 2024 WELCOME TO CLIMATE CORRECTION™ CONFERENCE 2024: BRIDGING SOLUTIONS, IGNITING CHANGE On March 7-8, 2024, VoLo Foundation proudly hosted the 6th annual Climate Correction Conference in Orlando, FL. As the premier annual climate action conference in the U.S., this event focused on driving innovative solutions to add…

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Navigating the new and old: what lies ahead on India’s energy transition map? 36:01

3M ago36:01

36:01

India's energy transition strategy encompasses greater adoption of a wide range of renewable fuels to go with baseload coal for decades to come, with new policies on CCUS, carbon markets and power reforms set to play a role in the decarbonization of the third largest greenhouse gas emitter of the world. In this Platts Future Energy podcast, Consult…

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Dr. Mark Hyman and David S. Vogel: Impacts of climate and environmental sustainability on human health 41:29

3M ago41:29

41:29

Dr. Mark Hyman, Ph.D., and David S. Vogel come together in this titillating conversation about the impacts of climate and environmental sustainability on human health. We cover topics such as regenerative agriculture, nutrition, animal protein - especially beef and cattle- increases in pollen- particularly PM2.5- and other air pollutants. As always…

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10-Year Anniversary Episode - VoLo's Team Talks Impact in their Lives 23:55

3M ago23:55

23:55

VOLO FOUNDATION IS A PRIVATE FAMILY ORGANIZATION THAT EXISTS TO ACCELERATE CHANGE AND GLOBAL IMPACT BY SUPPORTING SCIENCE-BASED CLIMATE SOLUTIONS, ENHANCING EDUCATION, AND IMPROVING HEALTH. We believe that developing and sharing knowledge through facts and data accelerates positive global change. Through original research and analysis, and in colla…

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Deconstructing the European carbon market's price slump 24:39

4M ago24:39

24:39

The price of emissions in the world’s largest compliance carbon market –the EU’s Emissions Trading System– has fallen sharply so far in 2024, driven by economic uncertainty, weaker industrial activity and lower gas prices. S&P Global Commodity Insights' experts Eklavya Gupte, Coralie Laurencin, Michael Testa and Scott Chen discuss the reasons behin…

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Circular economy and the acceleration of carbon removal 44:35

4M ago44:35

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Circular economy and the acceleration of carbon removal What do you know about circular economy and the magic of biochar? A circular economy is an economic system aimed at minimizing waste and making the most of resources. In a circular economy, resources are kept in use for as long as possible, extracting the maximum value from them, and then reco…

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What lies ahead for climate policy after COP28 25:16

6M ago25:16

25:16

As the dust settles after COP28, with world leaders finally agreeing to shift energy systems away from fossil fuels, scrutiny of the climate impact of energy policy is set to intensify in 2024. The thorny issue of finance is likely to dominate the climate debate this year, and with economic and geopolitical uncertainty still dominating the headline…

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Meet the 2024 VoLo VISTA Award Winners 24:24

6M ago24:24

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The VISTA Award is VoLo’s highest recognition for students who display exemplary leadership, along with Vision, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology, and Action in climate solutions. Each year, we gather proposals over the summer from June through October, from grad students who are enrolled full-time with a US-based University or College. This y…

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It's blue-sky thinking for sustainable aviation fuel markets 28:17

7M ago28:17

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There's just over a year to go until the EU introduces its sustainable aviation fuel mandate. S&P Global Commodity Insights' Seb Lewis, associate director for biofeedstocks and biofuels consulting, speaks with Stephen Li, associate director for biofuels research and analysis, and Simone Burgin, associate editor for biofuels pricing. The team discus…

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Tech-Driven Resilience: Revolutionizing Insurance for Sustainable Markets 33:24

7M ago33:24

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In today's episode of the Climate Correction Podcast, we delve into the role affordable and accessible insurance has in the private sector, government, home ownership, and our economy. We will specifically explore the importance of de-risking catastrophic events using technology to create more sustainable markets. Our guest is Stephen Brittain, Dir…

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Trash to Treasure: The role of UCO and POME in energy transition 25:50

7M ago25:50

25:50

Waste feedstocks in the form of Used Cooking Oil and Palm Oil Mill Effluent have been hitting headlines in the biofuels sphere – touted as the next generation of energy feedstocks. Feedstock flexibility appears to be a dominant trend over the next few years, and legislations across many countries look set to propel demand of waste-based feedstocks.…

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Communicate Weather and Climate with Humor and Fun 39:50

7M ago39:50

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Today's guests, Dr. Ellen Prager and Dave Jones have found engaging, relevant, and understandable methods to bring the science of ocean, atmosphere, and climate issues to the so-called, ‘non-choir.’ Presenting the information in such innovative and entertaining ways keeps them committed to finding new approaches to reach their target audience. This…

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Emerging battery technologies: Alternative long-term energy storage solutions on the rise 25:08

8M ago25:08

25:08

The growing use of renewable energy and the phasing out of fossil fuels is creating a large flexibility gap that needs to be filled by clean technologies such as energy storage. Long-term storage technologies are critical to solar and wind power, addressing the challenge of intermittency. While lithium-ion stands as the incumbent, scaling it for ex…

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COP28 is a pivotal moment for carbon markets: can countries move forward on Article 6? 25:21

8M ago25:21

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Article 6 of the Paris Agreement is seen as an essential enabler of international emissions trading, providing countries and businesses with a key pathway to meet and accelerate their climate goals. However, many key decisions and rules around the use of Article 6.2 and Article 6.4 need to be clarified at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai in order …

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Miami's Climate Crisis: Investing in Resilience, Adaptation and Mitigation with Sonia Brubaker and Sonia Succar Ferré 33:34

8M ago33:34

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In this episode of the Climate Correction Podcast, guests Sonia Brubaker and Sonia Succar Ferré delve into the critical work being done by the City of Miami Forever Bond Board to address the city's escalating climate crisis. With a $400 million bond passed to combat the impacts of flooding, extreme heat, and a myriad of climate-related challenges, …

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A Spooky Truth: Halloween is Getting Hotter featuring Climate Central 27:58

8M ago27:58

27:58

On this chilling episode of the Climate Correction Podcast, Climate Scientist Daniel Gilford from Climate Central unmasks the eerie climate trends haunting our favorite holiday. This spine-tingling installment unveils the ominous Climate Shift Index, an innovative tool that quantifies the effects of climate change on every facet of our lives, inclu…

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Children as High-Risk Group for Climate Health Impacts 26:18

9M ago26:18

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By Shannon Maganiezin

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Emerging battery technologies: Will sodium-ion batteries be a low-cost game changer? 17:43

9M ago17:43

17:43

In this series of podcasts, we explore and compare different battery chemistries against the dominant lithium-ion battery sector. Sodium-ion batteries have emerged as a strong competitor to lithium-ion batteries, particularly in the energy storage sector. Some have even hailed it as a game-changer in the entry-level or low-cost EV segment, and that…

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Navigating the Storm: Florida's Climate Challenge 23:06

9M ago23:06

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In this episode of Climate Correction Podcast, Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli sheds light on the pressing issues surrounding climate change, with a specific focus on Florida. With his extensive background in meteorology, Jeff explores the intricate connections between human emissions, climate anomalies, and the growing risks Florida faces due to cli…

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American steelmakers lead in clean production amid global decarbonization efforts 18:52

9M ago18:52

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Against the backdrop of Europe’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and a self-imposed deadline for a US Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminum, American steelmakers are stepping up investments in clean energy and working to ensure efforts to produce lower-emissions steel are recognized on the global stage. So how will policymakers vi…

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Carbon credits seek to regain credibility amid growing scrutiny 24:43

10M ago24:43

24:43

Voluntary carbon markets are facing a critical moment in their short history. Questions about the integrity and effectiveness of many carbon projects have led to a sharp fall in prices and liquidity. However, a series of quality and transparency initiatives are being adopted to restore confidence in offsets. S&P Global Commodity Insights' experts E…

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Canary: A Climate Change Documentary that Awakens the Heart 34:57

10M ago34:57

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In today’s episode, we meet with Danny O’Malley a producer on Chef’s Table, and Alex Rivest, an MIT-educated neuroscientist. Together they directed a riveting climate documentary disguised as an adventure epic that speaks to the heart versus the viewer’s mind. CANARY is the film featuring Lonnie Thompson's climate odyssey atop the Quelccaya Ice Cap…

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Unpacking Big Oil’s risky bet on German offshore wind 22:03

10M ago22:03

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The hefty premiums paid by BP and TotalEnergies in Germany’s latest offshore wind auction reflect the value these companies place on diversification – but do the economics stack up? Competition for offshore concessions has been fierce, but the sector is also under extreme cost pressure from stressed supply chains and rising inflation. S&P Global Co…

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Florida and Solar Power Generation with Earthjustice 29:49

10M ago29:49

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What power does the law have to address the climate crisis? How has the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act impacted the advancement of climate solutions? Why is Florida not leading the United States on solar power generation? To answer these questions and more, we have Earthjustice on today’s episode of the Climate Correction Podcast. We are jo…

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Renewable natural gas is headed for the moon 18:18

10M ago18:18

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Renewable Natural Gas – also known as RNG or biomethane — has gained attention in recent years as a lower-carbon replacement for conventional fossil natural gas. Rising demand for RNG has helped push prices for the associated environmental attributes up to anywhere from five to forty times the price of physical natural gas. As the market has grown,…

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Climate Migration and Mental Health 18:12

11M ago18:12

18:12

Alicia Sewald is a hard-working, creative, and intelligent nurturer. She is a supportive connector and a bicultural, bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. Formerly, as a teacher, she built three elementary school Spanish programs in different private schools. In this episode, Alicia will be discussing climate migration, which refers to the dis…

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Decarbonization efforts in India: how ready is the steel industry? 18:01

11M ago18:01

18:01

India has an ambitious target to double the steel production capacity by 2030 from current levels. While the steel industry gears up for this expansion, concerns of higher carbon emissions loom large amid India lacking a distinct roadmap for decarbonization and its carbon neutrality target set as far ahead as 2070. At the same time, Europe is geari…

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Institute for Market Transformation and the Building Blocks of a Low-Carbon Future 23:07

11M ago23:07

23:07

The Institute for Market Transformation works to advance public policy to improve the impact that U.S. buildings have on the environment. IMT leverages the building market to create building blocks of a low-carbon future. The non-partisan nonprofit is an EPA Award Recipient. Today we are joined by Giulianna de Lauro, IMT’s Associate Director of Com…

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How is Europe’s steel industry rising to the challenge of energy transition 20:31

11M ago20:31

20:31

The European steel industry is at the forefront of developing a market for lower CO2 emission steel. New production processes are being implemented, new products are being offered, but the green steel market is lacking standardization at the same time. Standardization of carbon-accounted products is one of many items on the European Commission’s en…

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Rafe Pomerance: An original climate advocate and co-founder of the Global Warming Mitigation Project 17:32

12M ago17:32

17:32

In this podcast episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Rafe Pomerance, an influential environmentalist and climate advocate, as he discussed his groundbreaking work with the Global Warming Mitigation Project beginning in the 1970s. Pomerance's journey into climate advocacy began during his time as a political appointee in the U.S. Departmen…

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Battery metals wanted: The US' race to decarbonize (part 2) 12:37

12M ago12:37

12:37

Amid global efforts to decarbonize, US President Joe Biden's administration has set an ambitious goal to have 50% of all new vehicle sales in the US be electric by the end of this decade. However, making this shift will be heavily reliant on securing supply of battery metals. As countries around the globe are racing to electrify, Latin America, wit…

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Battery metals wanted: The US' race to decarbonize (part 1) 21:05

12M ago21:05

21:05

Amid global efforts to decarbonize, US President Joe Biden’s administration has set an ambitious goal to have 50% of all new vehicle sales in the US be electric by the end of this decade. However, making this shift will be heavily reliant on securing supply of battery metals. As countries around the globe are racing to electrify, Latin America, wit…

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Powering the Sunshine State: Florida's EV Charging Expansion and the Electrification Coalition 22:54

12M ago22:54

22:54

Introduction: Welcome to another exciting episode of Climate Correction Podcast. In this episode, we dive into the latest trends and developments in the world of clean energy and electric vehicles (EVs). We shine a spotlight on Florida's efforts to expand its EV charging infrastructure and explore the crucial role played by the Electrification Coal…

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Gen Z Mental Health: Climate Stories with Sarah Newman 16:26

1y ago16:26

16:26

Sarah Newman is the Founder and Executive Director of the Climate Mental Health Network, which she started in Spring 2021. Prior to this, Newman worked in the impact media space for many years, including a stint at Participant Media. During her time in the industry, Sarah worked on campaigns for films such as Contagion, Food, Inc., The Cove, and He…

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IRA Distribution to Hard-to-Abate Commercial Sectors 25:28

1y ago25:28

25:28

In this episode, Charles ‘Chad’ Holliday, former Chairman of Royal Dutch Shell, discusses the seven hardest to abate energy sectors. He shares his insights on the challenges these sectors face and potential solutions to achieve a net-zero carbon future. Chad starts by talking about the seven hardest-to-abate energy sectors, which include heavy-duty…

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