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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. Whether you're a business leader, policy maker, or simply passionate about climate action, Climate Confident provides the inspiration and knowledge you need to make a real difference.Subscribe now to stay informed, inspired...

Grid Decarbonisation at Scale: Can a Whole Country Go Net Zero?

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I sat down with John Sturman, Managing Director at NatPower UK, to dig deep into the realities of grid decarbonisation and energy transition at nation scale.John pulled back the curtain on how NatPower is scaling up battery storage and renewable projects not just in the UK, but across the globe. From developing Europe’s largest battery storage pipeline to pioneering power solutions for maritime decarbonisation, this conversation

Apr 9, • 50:29

Unlocking $1 Trillion: The Bankability Challenge in Industrial Decarbonisation

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I sat down with Faustine Delasalle, CEO of the Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), to delve into the real challenges, and opportunities, of decarbonising heavy industry and transport.Faustine and I explored the current state of industrial decarbonisation, including the progress made over the last five to six years in proving that sectors like steel, cement, and shipping can transition to low-carbon alternatives. But as she points

Apr 2, • 34:44

How Net Zero Is Reshaping Corporate Decision-Making

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sandhya Sabapathy, Global Head of Environment and Net Zero at Entain, about the evolving role of sustainability in business – and what it truly takes to make climate action effective, strategic, and inclusive.We discussed how sustainability has moved from the sidelines to the boardroom, driven not only by regulation but by clear commercial logic. Sandhya pointed to examples like IKEA – reducing

Mar 26, • 45:38

The Future of Energy: Virtual Power Plants, AI & Battery Storage

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Chris Doherty, CEO of Joulen, to discuss how data, AI, and battery storage are changing the way homes and businesses interact with renewable energy. With energy costs fluctuating and grid constraints becoming more of a challenge, the role of smart energy management has never been more important.Chris explains how virtual power plants (VPPs) allow households and small businesses to collectively act as a large-scale power provi

Mar 19, • 34:15

Greenwashing, Greenhushing & Climate Accountability – What’s Really Going On?

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Jenny Morgan, author of Cancel Culture in Climate, to explore how public shaming and polarisation are holding back real progress on climate solutions.We already have the tools and technologies needed to reduce emissions, yet fear of criticism—whether from activists, media, or the public—often paralyses businesses and leaders. Jenny explains how cancel culture leads to three major pitfalls:Greenwashing – Overstating sustainabi

Mar 12, • 37:53

The Hidden Barriers to Building Decarbonisation – and How to Overcome Them

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Puja Balachander, CEO and co-founder of UpGreen, to explore how commercial landlords and asset managers can accelerate energy efficiency retrofits while keeping costs down.Buildings account for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, yet many remain inefficient due to financial and logistical barriers. UpGreen tackles this by reducing upfront retrofit costs and enabling landlords to recapture savings from tenants, turning sust

Mar 5, • 43:24

Decentralising Energy: The Future of Peer-to-Peer Trading & Renewables

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Dr. Jemma Green, Co-Founder and Chairman of PowerLedger, to explore how blockchain technology is reshaping the energy sector. We discuss the shift towards peer-to-peer energy trading, how utilities can adapt to a decentralised grid, and what role blockchain-backed renewable energy certificates can play in ensuring transparency and accountability.Dr. Green explains why traditional feed-in tariff models are becoming unsustainab

Feb 26, • 40:13

Can the Ocean Save Us from Climate Change? Exploring Nature’s Carbon Sink

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Annalisa Bracco, a physical oceanographer and climate scientist at the Georgia Institute of Technology, to explore how our oceans are changing—and why it matters.The ocean is a critical carbon sink, absorbing vast amounts of CO₂, but it’s also warming at an alarming rate, driving more extreme weather events and disrupting marine ecosystems. Annalisa explains how rising sea temperatures are fuelling stronger hurricanes, shifti

Feb 19, • 49:38

Decarbonisation, Disruption & The Future of Energy – A Climate Confident Deep Dive with Jarand Rystad

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Jarand Rystad, CEO of Rystad Energy, to take a hard look at where we are in the global energy transition and whether we’re moving fast enough to meet climate targets.We discuss:How disruptive technologies are reshaping the energy landscape – and why the transition would happen even without climate concerns.Why solar, wind, and battery technologies are now economically outcompeting fossil fuels.The China paradox – leading the

Feb 12, • 43:36

How Factory Farming Drives Climate Change – And What We Can Do

Send me a messageFactory farming isn’t just an animal welfare issue—it’s a major driver of climate change, biodiversity loss, and public health risks. In this episode of Climate Confident, I speak with Thom Norman, co-founder of FarmKind, to break down the true environmental costs of industrial animal agriculture and explore solutions.We discuss:✅ How factory farming contributes up to 19% of global greenhouse gas emissions, primarily through methane, deforestation, and fertiliser use.✅ The ineff

Feb 5, • 43:51

How to Talk About Climate Change So People Listen

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Ollie Burch, a communications strategist and co-founder of Among Equals, to dive into the thorny but crucial issue of climate communications. How can we engage more people in the fight against climate change, and why are so many efforts to do so falling flat? Ollie, with his background in behavioural science and sustainability communications, offers fresh insights into what’s gone wrong—and, more importantly, how we

Jan 29, • 47:31

Microgrids and Climate Resilience: A Practical Path to Cleaner Energy

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Angelo Campus, the CEO and co-founder of BoxPower, to explore the transformative potential of microgrids in building resilient and sustainable energy systems.Angelo shares his journey from growing up at the edge of the grid in rural Northern California to founding a company that develops microgrids powered by solar, batteries, and backup generators. These systems are delivering power to underserved communities, disa

Jan 22, • 53:21

How Flexible Energy Systems Can Cut Costs and Boost Renewables – With Wärtsilä’s Anders Lindberg

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Anders Lindberg, President of Wärtsilä Energy, to unpack the complexities of the global energy transition. Wärtsilä has a wealth of insight into how we can move towards a 100% renewable energy future—without breaking the bank.Anders and I dive into the often-overlooked need for flexibility in energy systems. While solar and wind energy have become cheaper and more widespread, integrating them effectively

Jan 15, • 38:59

The Climate Benefits of Regenerative Farming: Insights from McCain Foods

Send me a messageIn this episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Charlie Angelakos, Global VP of External Affairs and Sustainability at McCain Foods, to delve into the company’s ambitious goal of achieving 100% regenerative agriculture by 2030. With a direct relationship with 3,500 farmers globally and a commitment to farming in harmony with nature, McCain is tackling the twin challenges of climate resilience and sustainable food production.Charlie provides a detailed breakdown of regenera

Jan 8, • 30:34

The 2024 Climate Year in Review: What Worked and What’s Next

Send me a messageThis year-end episode of Climate Confident takes a deep dive into the most impactful insights from 2024. With 47 episodes of inspiring conversations, we explore the technological breakthroughs, systemic strategies, and collaborative efforts shaping climate action.Highlights include Dragonfly Energy’s game-changing battery tech, Neara’s grid optimisation solutions, and regenerative agriculture practices from eAgrinom. We also discuss collaborative initiatives like the Dairy Metha

Dec 25, 2024 • 20:15

Making Carbon Accounting Can Be as Trustworthy as Financial Reporting – SAP’s Green Ledger

Send me a messageIn this special episode of Climate Confident, I sit down with Stephan Müller from SAP to explore a major development in sustainability and finance – the newly launched SAP Green Ledger. Stephan, a finance expert at SAP, explains how this tool applies the same rigorous accounting principles used in finance to carbon emissions, offering companies a new level of transparency and trust in their sustainability reporting.We discuss why CFOs are increasingly being seen as "Chief V

Dec 18, 2024 • 41:19

Climate Action in Agriculture: Insights from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Katie Anderson, Senior Director at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). Katie leads efforts to drive climate action in the food and agriculture supply chain, making her an incredible resource on a topic we need to tackle urgently: methane emissions in agriculture.Methane, a potent but short-lived greenhouse gas, is responsible for a significant portion of agricultural emissions. Katie explains

Dec 11, 2024 • 38:27

The Future of Marine Electrification: How Batteries Are Powering the Maritime Industry

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Kruger, founder of AYK Energy, a leader in marine battery innovation. Together, we delved into the exciting yet challenging world of maritime electrification and the technologies driving its growth.Chris shared insights into the evolution of marine batteries, from their humble beginnings powering communications systems to today's sophisticated propulsion applications. We discussed wh

Dec 4, 2024 • 37:51

The Truth About Net Zero Targets: Insights from John Lang

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by John Lang, Project Lead at the Net Zero Tracker and a leading figure in the fight for transparency and accountability in climate action. Together, we explore the complexities behind net zero commitments and unpack what’s needed to transform promises into meaningful results.John explains the work of the Net Zero Tracker, which monitors over 4,000 entities worldwide—including countries, companies, cities, and regions—

Nov 27, 2024 • 40:25

The Hidden Power of Sovereign Wealth Funds in Tackling Climate Change

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Ana Nacvalovaite, a research fellow at the University of Oxford’s Kellogg College Centre for Mutual and Co-Owned Business. Ana brought a wealth of insight into a fascinating and complex topic: the role of sovereign wealth funds in advancing sustainability, tackling climate change, and driving equitable global development.We started with the basics—what sovereign wealth funds are and why they

Nov 20, 2024 • 39:47

The Intersection of Energy, Climate, and Humanitarian Aid: David Nicholson on Mercy Corps' Mission

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I chat with David Nicholson, Mercy Corps' Chief Climate Officer, about their impactful work at the intersection of climate resilience, energy access, and humanitarian action. Mercy Corps operates across 42 countries, tackling critical issues around food and water security, governance, and economic opportunity—all with a climate focus. David explains why energy access, often overlooked in climate adaptation, is vital for vuln

Nov 13, 2024 • 42:14

Reducing Ice Rinks' Carbon Footprint: Glice’s Eco-Friendly Ice Rinks Explained

Send me a messageIn this episode of *Climate Confident*, I’m joined by Viktor Meier, CEO and co-founder of Glice, a company that's transforming ice sports by creating eco-friendly, zero-energy synthetic ice rinks. We dive into the story behind Glice, exploring how Viktor's early commitment to environmental issues led him on a journey to revolutionise ice skating without the environmental cost of traditional ice rinks.Viktor shares how Glice was born out of a desire to maintain the joy

Nov 6, 2024 • 32:17

Reducing AI, and Tech’s Environmental Impact: A Deep Dive with SustainableIT.org’s Ralph Loura

Send me a messageHere’s a deep dive into sustainable IT with Ralph Loura, co-founder and Chairman of SustainableIT.org. In this episode, Ralph shares his journey from CIO to sustainability advocate and outlines why the tech industry must take accountability for its environmental impact. We cover the unique role of technology leaders in driving sustainability, tackling issues like e-waste, energy overuse, and the soaring environmental cost of AI.Ralph introduces SustainableIT.org’s mission, which

Oct 30, 2024 • 34:59

Leveraging Athlete Influence for Climate Leadership – A Conversation with Lew Blaustein

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Lew Blaustein, founder and CEO of EcoAthletes, an organisation dedicated to inspiring athletes to lead the charge on climate action. We delve into Lew’s fascinating career pivot, from sports marketing to environmental advocacy, sparked by the events of 9/11 and a pivotal Tom Friedman article on energy dependence and global conflict.Lew shares the unique influence athletes hold in shaping public opinion a

Oct 23, 2024 • 41:09

Biofuels, Carbon Capture, and Timber: Climate Solutions with Prof. Valerie Thomas

Send me a messageIn this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Professor Valerie Thomas from Georgia Tech to dig deep into some of the pressing topics in the climate space today – from carbon capture and biofuels to the growing potential of using timber in construction.We kicked off with carbon capture, a technology often seen as a critical tool in reducing atmospheric CO2. Valerie broke it down for us, explaining the science behind capturing CO2 from the air and the enormous challeng

Oct 16, 2024 • 38:36

Revolutionising Battery Technology: Dragonfly Energy's Dry Electrode Innovation with Dr Denis Phares

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had a great chat with Dr Denis Phares, founder and CEO of Dragonfly Energy. Denis shared the fascinating journey of how Dragonfly Energy came to be, stemming from his background in academia, and a desire to make a tangible impact on climate change through entrepreneurship.We delved into their innovative dry electrode manufacturing process for lithium-ion batteries. This method eliminates the need for toxic solvents, significant

Oct 9, 2024 • 36:22

Climate Week Highlights: How Data and Tech Drive Corporate Sustainability

Send me a messageWelcome to a special edition of the Climate Confident Podcast. In this episode, I sit down with Jim Sullivan, Global Head of Product Management for Sustainability at SAP. With three decades of experience in sustainability and climate change—including roles at the EPA and in startups—Jim offers deep insights into the evolving corporate approach to climate action.We delve into the key takeaways from this year's Climate Week in New York. Jim highlights how the event has grown

Oct 2, 2024 • 40:14

The Truth About Carbon Capture: Michael Barnard Discusses Sustainable Alternatives

Send me a messageHi everyone, Tom Raftery here, and welcome to episode 188 of the Climate Confident podcast. In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Michael Barnard, a climate futurist who's spent the last 15 years delving deep into the challenges and solutions around climate change.Michael and I discussed the often controversial topic of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS). We explored why mechanical carbon capture technologies, particularly those promoted by the

Sep 25, 2024 • 50:12

Bridging the Intention Gap: How Local Governments Can Drive Effective Climate Action

Send me a messageOn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Carina Gormley from the Centre for Public Impact. We delved into the challenges local governments face when implementing climate action plans, particularly the "intention gap" where well-crafted plans struggle to translate into tangible actions due to systemic barriers.Carina shed light on the complexities within government structures, highlighting how departmental silos can hinder co

Sep 18, 2024 • 52:59

Climate-Smart Agriculture: Transforming Rice Farming for a Greener Future

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Dev Dalal and Xavi Laguarta, co-founders of Mitti Labs, for an insightful chat about the critical role of sustainable agriculture in combating climate change.Dev and Xavi explain how traditional rice farming, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, is a significant source of methane emissions – a potent greenhouse gas. We dive into how Mitti Labs is addressing this through innovative solutions like alternate wetti

Sep 11, 2024 • 44:44

The 2024 US Presidential Election: Climate Stakes Are Higher Than Ever

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jay Hakes, a renowned expert in U.S. energy and environmental policy. We delved into the critical role the upcoming U.S. presidential election will play in shaping global climate action, particularly as we approach the 2030 climate targets.Dr. Hakes provided an insightful analysis of how the U.S. political system, with its built-in complexities, often hinders swift climate action. He shared

Sep 4, 2024 • 40:39

AI in Action: Tackling Climate Change One City at a Time

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shravan Kumar, Director of Client Success at Gramener, about the transformative role AI and geospatial data can play in tackling climate challenges. Shravan shared insights into how AI is being utilised to address urban heat islands, predict and mitigate the impacts of natural disasters like floods, and support cities in becoming more climate-resilient.We delved into real-world examples where G

Aug 28, 2024 • 55:04

From Diesel to Electric: The Critical Shift in Fleet Management

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Gagan Dhillon, the CEO and co-founder of Synop. Gagan and his team are helping commercial fleets transition to electric vehicles, focusing particularly on school buses and drayage trucks. We delved into the challenges fleet managers face when shifting from diesel to electric, and how Synop’s platform optimises vehicle charging to reduce costs and increase uptime.One of the standout discussions

Aug 21, 2024 • 39:35

Turning Eco Anxiety into Action: How Visions 2030 is Transforming Climate

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Elizabeth Thompson, the director of Visions 2030. Elizabeth dives into the importance of artistic imagination in addressing climate change and how her organisation is leveraging creativity to foster optimism and action. We explore the Lumisphere experience, a unique project designed to counteract climate anxiety by engaging people in visualising positive futures through immersive art and techno

Aug 14, 2024 • 37:58

Summer Hols 2024!

Send me a messageIt is that time of year again - summertime!I'm taking a couple of weeks off to get some much needed R&R. This podcast will be back again on August 14th, and I have some excellent episodes lined up for the 14th, and the subsequent weeks, so don't go away!In the meantime, it is time for me to go work on my tan (not really - blue eyed redheads like me don't tan!), see you back here on the 14th!Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank thi

Jul 31, 2024 • 2:51

Proactive Conservation: Larry Selzer on Saying Yes to Climate Solutions!

Send me a messageWelcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast! I'm Tom Raftery, and today I had the pleasure of chatting with Larry Selzer, President and CEO of The Conservation Fund. Larry shares his fascinating journey from marine biologist to conservation leader, explaining how he's found at the intersection of economic development and environmental preservation.In this episode, Larry discusses the innovative strategies The Conservation Fund employs to conserve land w

Jul 24, 2024 • 37:30

The Road to Decarbonisation: Urban Mobility and EV Supply Chains with Lina Fedirko

Send me a messageHi everyone, Tom Raftery here with another episode of the Climate Confident Podcast. This time, I'm joined by Lina Fedirko, Associate Director on the Road Transportation team at ClimateWorks Foundation. Lina dives deep into the complexities of decarbonising road transportation and highlights innovative urban mobility solutions, like congestion pricing and low emission zones, that cities are adopting globally.We also explore the critical role of responsible mineral supply ch

Jul 17, 2024 • 1:05:45

Achieving Net Zero: Inside Sustainable Design with HED’s Daniel Jaconetti

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I chat with Daniel Jaconetti, the National Sustainable Design Leader at HED. Daniel delves into his journey from New York to becoming the corporate sustainable design leader at HED. We discuss the importance and practices of integrated design, the future of sustainable architecture, and the role of innovative materials and technologies. Daniel also shares valuable resources and insights on achieving high-performing, net-zero buil

Jul 10, 2024 • 45:43

The Sleeping Giant: The Role of Religion in Climate Advocacy

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I engage in a fascinating discussion with Yonatan Neril, founder and director of the Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development (ICSD). Despite being an atheist myself, I recognise the potential of religion in shaping opinions and driving action. This prompted me to explore Yonatan's work in mobilising faith communities for ecological sustainability.Yonatan shares his journey from California to Israel, highlighting the de

Jul 3, 2024 • 48:03

Turning Air into Water: Aquaria’s Atmospheric Generators Explained

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I’m joined by Brian Sheng, CEO and co-founder of Aquaria, to explore a potential solution to water scarcity. Brian shares how Aquaria is tackling one of the most pressing challenges of our time by harvesting water from the air. We delve into the technology behind atmospheric water generators, which create clean water through condensation, akin to the droplets on a cold beer glass on a hot day.We discuss the practical applications

Jun 26, 2024 • 34:48

The Power of Nonpartisan Climate Messaging with Kathleen Biggins

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I chat with Kathleen Biggins, founder of C-Change Conversations. Kathleen's organisation is unique in its nonpartisan approach, travelling across the U.S. to educate diverse groups about the tangible impacts of climate change. We delve into how C-Change effectively communicates the science and risks associated with climate change to conservative and moderate audiences, emphasising the importance of addressing the issue beyon

Jun 19, 2024 • 40:46

Tucker Perkins on Renewable Propane and a Sustainable Energy Mix

Send me a messageWelcome to another episode of the Climate Confident Podcast! I'm Tom Raftery, and today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Tucker Perkins, the CEO of the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC). In our conversation, Tucker delved into the role of propane and renewable propane in the journey towards a cleaner climate.We explored the extensive safety and training measures PERC implements to ensure safe propane usage across various sectors. Tucker highlighted the innov

Jun 12, 2024 • 44:25

Decarbonizing Industry: Strategies for a Greener Future

Send me a messageIn this special episode of the Climate Confident Podcast sponsored by Siemens, I sit down with Constantin Ginet, Global Head of Energy Performance Services at Siemens, to explore the intricacies of industrial decarbonisation. We discuss the significant challenges industries face, from the urgency of reducing emissions to the complexities of scope one, two, and three emissions.Constantin shares Siemens’ innovative approach, emphasising the role of digitalisation and the use of di

Jun 5, 2024 • 35:49

Unlocking Climate Solutions: The Role of Women and Nature's Rights

Send me a messageWelcome to this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast. I'm Tom Raftery, and today I'm joined by Osprey Orielle Lake, founder and executive director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN). Osprey shares her journey from early environmental activism in California's Redwood forests to leading WECAN, highlighting the crucial role of women in climate solutions.We delve into the significant impact of women's political empowerment on reducin

May 29, 2024 • 35:38

Carbon Neutral Farming: How Regenerative Agriculture Can Save Our Soil and Boost Profits

Send me a messageWelcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast. I’m Tom Raftery, and today, I'm delighted to be joined by Robin Saluoks, CEO and founder of eAgronom. Robin shares his insights on the crucial role of regenerative agriculture and how it can revolutionise farming.We delve into Robin’s unique background, growing up in Estonia on a family farm, and how this experience, combined with his expertise in computer science, led to the creation of eAgronom. We discuss the s

May 22, 2024 • 35:43

Saving Ourselves: Climate Action and Activism with Dana R. Fisher

Send me a messageHi everyone, Tom Raftery here, and welcome back to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dana R. Fisher, director of the Centre for Environment, Community, and Equity at American University and author of the new book, Saving Ourselves - From Climate Shocks to Climate Action.Dana brings 25 years of research on climate policymaking and activism to our conversation, providing valuable insights into the current state of the

May 15, 2024 • 40:01

Sustainable by Design: Danish Strategies for a Thriving Planet

Send me a messageIn this thought-provoking episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I'm joined by Ditte Lysgaard Vind, Chair of the Danish Design Council and author of the book Danish Design Heritage and Global Sustainability. Ditte sheds light on how Danish design heritage influences global sustainability and the crucial role of living within planetary boundaries.Ditte emphasises the importance of "planetary boundaries" which include crucial limits like climate change and biodiv

May 8, 2024 • 34:27

Renewables and Regulation: A Deep Dive with Novus Energy Advisors

Send me a messageWelcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast. Today, we're joined by Emily Easley, the founder of Novus Energy Advisors, a firm that has been guiding companies through the energy sector's dynamic landscape for over a decade. In our discussion, Emily sheds light on the shifting paradigms within the energy industry, particularly focusing on the role of renewable energies and technological innovations such as energy storage solutions.Emily elaborates on the

May 1, 2024 • 41:53

Decarbonisation Dialogues: Navigating the EcoVadis Network for Climate Impact

Send me a messageIn this week’s episode, I had the privilege of talking to Julia Salant from EcoVadis, where we tackled the increasingly essential role of technology in scaling up sustainable practices within supply chains. Julia elucidated EcoVadis' digital solutions, designed to assess and improve the sustainability performance of their vast network of companies.We dived into the specifics of their three main offerings: the Sustainability Business Rating solution, the iQ Plus tool for reg

Apr 24, 2024 • 42:47

From Sustainability to Regeneration: Unpacking Climate Action with Verdis Group

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Lawse, co-founder and Chief Century Thinker at Verdis Group. Our conversation ventured deep into the realms of sustainability and climate consultancy, focusing on how transformational change can be accelerated in organisations and communities.Daniel shared fascinating insights into the evolution of emissions scopes, especially the rising importance of scope three emissions. He explained

Apr 17, 2024 • 44:13

Toco: Bridging the Gap Between Finance and Sustainability

Send me a messageIn what has to be one of the most original episodes of the Climate Confident podcast, I delve into the world of Toco, an innovative currency that's setting a new precedent in the fight against climate change. Join me as I talk with Joe Pretorius and Paul Rowett, who share their vision of a currency that not only serves as a medium of exchange but also as a tool for environmental action. Backed by The Carbon Reserve, Toco represents a bold step towards marrying financial tra

Apr 10, 2024 • 1:06:35

From Leftovers to Energy: Synthica's Circular Solution

Send me a messageIn this insightful episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Grant Gibson, Chief Development Officer at Synthica Energy. Synthica is at the forefront of transforming industrial by-products, specifically from the food and beverage sector, into renewable natural gas through anaerobic digestion. Grant shared the intriguing journey of Synthica, from its early days founded on a shared passion for the environment and sustainable solutions, to its cu

Apr 3, 2024 • 37:50

The Power of Local: Small Actions, Big Impact on Climate Change

Send me a messageIn this enlightening episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I, Tom Raftery, have the privilege of hosting Laird Christensen, the Graduate Director of two pivotal graduate programmes at Prescott College, focusing on Resilience, Sustainable Communities, and Environmental Studies. Laird shares his journey from environmental activism to fostering future leaders equipped to tackle the nuanced challenges of climate change through community engagement and sustainable practices.Laird

Mar 27, 2024 • 44:56

The Power of Smart Infrastructure: Siemens' Vision for a Greener Planet

Send me a messageIn today's thought-provoking episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Thomas Kiessling, the CTO of Siemens' Smart Infrastructure Division. Our conversation delved deep into Siemens' commitment to sustainability and its strategic approach towards achieving net zero emissions by 2030. Thomas shared insights into the holistic strategies Siemens is employing, from robust eco-designs of products to the transformative role of smart i

Mar 20, 2024 • 46:38

Breaking Free from Plastic: A Global Mission for Change

Send me a messageIn this thought-provoking episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Aidan Charron, the Director of End Plastic Initiatives at EarthDay.org. Aidan shared insightful perspectives on the challenges and solutions surrounding plastic pollution, a matter that's increasingly becoming a global concern.We delved into the origins and mission of EarthDay.org, highlighting its impactful journey from its inception in 1970 to becoming a leading voice i

Mar 13, 2024 • 42:41

Transforming Spaces, Enhancing Lives: The Power of Digital Buildings

Send me a messageIn this special episode of the Climate Confident podcast, generously sponsored by Siemens, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rahul Chillar, the head of Building X at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Rahul, with his impressive track record of 55 patents and over two decades in the building industry, shared invaluable insights into how buildings can be the linchpin in our quest for a more sustainable future.We delved into the findings of Siemens' Infrastructure Transition

Mar 6, 2024 • 38:03

Beyond the Charge: Reducing The Environmental Impact of Battery Making

Send me a messageIn this week’s episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lie Shi, CEO of AM Batteries, to explore their groundbreaking approach to lithium battery production. Our conversation shed light on a revolutionary solvent-free method for creating lithium battery electrodes, a significant step forward in making the battery manufacturing process cleaner and more energy-efficient.Lie detailed how AM Batteries' technology addresses the paradox of

Feb 28, 2024 • 33:35

Transforming Wallets into Weapons for Change: The Karma Wallet Revolution

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kedar Karkare, the co-founder of Karma Wallet. Kedar's ambition to blend financial growth with positive global change is not only ambitious but deeply inspiring. Karma Wallet, offers a transparent and ethical financial system designed to empower consumers. By understanding and influencing the societal and environmental impact of their spending, users can wield their wallet as a

Feb 21, 2024 • 35:44

From Grassroots to Global Impact: The Power of Policy with Michael Sheldrick

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I’m joined by Michael Sheldrick, co-founder of Global Citizen. Michael shares his journey from grassroots activism in Australia to spearheading a global movement that champions systemic solutions to poverty and climate change. His approach as a policy entrepreneur, prioritising actionable and strategic advocacy, underscores the episode's core message: significant, lasting change requires more than just temporary fixes.We del

Feb 14, 2024 • 55:39

Energising Change: The Impact of Solar and Storage on UK's Journey to Net-Zero with EDF Renewables

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of conversing with Matthew Boulton, Director of Solar, Storage and Private Wire at EDF Renewables UK and Ireland. We delved into renewable energy innovation, spotlighting the  projects EDF Renewables is spearheading across the UK. From the groundbreaking Oxford Project to the ambitious Longfield Solar and Battery initiative, Matthew shed light on how these ventures are pivotal in propelling the UK t

Feb 7, 2024 • 37:47

Breaking New Ground: The Role of Tech in Reshaping Farming for the Planet

Send me a messageIn the latest episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Davide Ceper, CEO of Varda. We delved deep into the innovative solutions Varda is bringing to the agriculture sector. Here’s a quick overview of our enlightening discussion:Davide shed light on Varda's pivotal projects - Field ID and SoilHive. Field ID is a groundbreaking approach to standardising agricultural field identification, making data sharing more efficient and enhancing tra

Jan 31, 2024 • 51:23

Beyond Greenwashing: Real Strategies for Corporate Carbon Reduction

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the privilege of conversing with Tim Weiss, CEO of Optera, delving into the world of corporate carbon footprint management. Tim's journey, rooted in environmental policy and economics, has led him to spearhead initiatives in renewable energy in Southern Africa and the Navajo Nation.Our discussion centred on Optera's innovative approach to helping organisations understand and reduce their carbon emissions. Tim emph

Jan 24, 2024 • 34:59

Powering Progress: The Inflation Reduction Act's Impact with Chris Larsen

Send me a messageIn today's episode of Climate Confident, I hosted Chris Larsen from DynaPower, a beacon of the clean energy movement. Chris unravelled the fascinating world of power electronics, spotlighting DynaPower's role in seamlessly integrating large-scale renewable energy projects with the grid.Delving deeper, we discussed the monumental Inflation Reduction Act's influence on clean energy deployment, a game-changer that's fuelling investor confidence and project viabi

Jan 17, 2024 • 41:50

Doubling Grid Capacity Without Laying a Single Cable: Neara's Digital Revolution

Send me a messageIn the latest episode of Climate Confident, I have an insightful conversation with Taco Engelaar, Senior Vice President at Neara, about the critical role of digitalisation in the energy sector. Taco highlights how Neara's software creates digital twins of electricity grids, allowing for more efficient management and capacity analysis.We delve into the complexities of expanding grid infrastructure to support the increasing influx of renewable energy sources. Taco offers a de

Jan 10, 2024 • 40:36

Happy New Year - Looking back, and looking ahead

Send me a messageAs we kick off a new year (Happy New Year everyone), I wanted to take a few minutes to say thanks to everyone, mention some of last year's highlights, and look ahead to the year to come.Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to

Jan 3, 2024 • 7:31

The Hidden Cost of Your Footprint: Transforming the Global Shoe Market

Send me a messageHello, Climate Confident listeners! In this episode, we delve deep into the shoe industry's environmental footprint with the insightful Diana Yanes, a seasoned expert with a passion for sustainable innovation.Diana brings to light a staggering reality – almost 24 billion pairs of shoes produced annually, with a whopping 90% ending up in landfills within their first year. This contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, a fact that calls for urgent attention and a

Dec 20, 2023 • 46:33

Doubling Grid Capacity: The Race Against Time with Siemens' Grid Software CEO

Send me a message In this Climate Confident episode I had the honour of hosting Sabine Erlinghagen, Global CEO of Siemens Grid Software to dive deep into our modern energy transition.In this special edition, sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure, we peeled back the layers of the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2023 report. Sabine shed light on the urgent need for upgrading grid infrastructure to support the ballooning demand for renewable energy, and to help us transition away from

Dec 13, 2023 • 40:16

The Future is Circular: Transforming Jewellery with Sustainability

Send me a messageIn today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, chatting with Caroline Chalmer, CEO of Finematter, a platform transforming the jewellery industry.Caroline brings a unique perspective to the table, sharing her journey from the fashion world to championing sustainability in jewellery. Finematter isn't just a brand; it's a mission to revolutionise how we perceive and interact with jewellery. With their circular economy model, they're setting a new standard

Dec 6, 2023 • 34:45

From Complex Models to Climate Solutions: The Transition Zero Story

Send me a messageHello, Climate Champions! In today's episode of the Climate Confident Podcast I had the pleasure of hosting Matt Gray, the co-founder and CEO of Transition Zero, a trailblazer in energy systems modelling.In our conversation, Matt delved into the intricate world of energy systems modelling, a crucial tool for stakeholders and decision-makers in shaping our energy future. He emphasized Transition Zero's mission to democratise this complex tool, making it accessible, audi

Nov 29, 2023 • 37:52

From Methane to Minerals: The Pioneering Path to Carbon-Negative Energy

Send me a messageWelcome to another enlightening episode of the Climate Confident Podcast. Today I have the pleasure of diving deep into the world of carbon-negative hydrogen with Arnaud Lager, the Founder and CEO of Decahydron.Arnaud brought to light some groundbreaking work his team is doing in Ra's al Khaimah, UAE. They're not just creating hydrogen; they're doing it in a way that actively reduces carbon emissions. The magic happens through a unique process where methane is cra

Nov 22, 2023 • 35:45

Beyond Lithium: The Rise of Vanadium Flow Batteries in Renewable Energy

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I talked energy storage with Matt Harper, the Chief Commercial Officer at Invinity Energy Systems, who explained vanadium flow batteries—and their implications for renewable energy.We started with a 'Battery 101' comparing the familiar lithium-ion to vanadium flow batteries. Matt shared fascinating insights into the modular nature of these batteries, how they differ in their response to the degradation issues plaguing c

Nov 15, 2023 • 42:54

From Knowledge to Action: All In Making Sustainability Accessible to All

Send me a messageIn today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I talked sustainability with Mary Wilson, the Founder and CEO of All In. We unpacked the subscription model of All In – a model that champions the belief that sustainability transcends the boundaries between our professional and personal worlds. Mary detailed their tiered system, designed to democratise sustainability knowledge from the ground up, making it accessible to everyone at a minimal cost.Education and community

Nov 8, 2023 • 34:31

Decoding the Tesla Phenomenon & More: Climate Revelations with Jeremy Bentham

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of Chatting with Jeremy Bentham, Co-Chair & Senior Advisor at World Energy Council. Jeremy brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive background in the energy sector.🔍 Key Highlights:A Personal Responsibility: Jeremy laid out five actionable steps that each of us can incorporate into our daily lives to make a tangible differenceDriving Change through Supply Chains: 8 key supply chains caus

Nov 1, 2023 • 51:19

Tackling Climate Crisis: Do Personal Carbon Allowances Hold the Key?

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I talked personal carbon allowances with  Prof Denise Baden from Southampton University and Associate Prof Tina Fawcett from Oxford University.Episode highlights:Carbon Allowances: Denise and Tina explained why such a system, could be a key player in our fight against climate change.Incentivizing Low Carbon Choices: We explored the potential of creating economies of scale for low carbon products. Fairness and Implemen

Oct 25, 2023 • 45:51

Beyond Batteries: Caldera's Innovative Answer to Energy Storage

Send me a messageHey folks, in today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with James MacNaghten, the CEO of Caldera, to dive deep into the game-changing world of energy storage.🔋 What’s special about Caldera, you ask? They're not just storing energy - they're reimagining it! We delved into Caldera's innovative thermal battery technology, and I was blown away. Imagine storing excess renewable energy in the form of heat! And get this –

Oct 18, 2023 • 35:48

Electrifying Heavy-Duty: A Deep Dive with Electrovaya’s CEO

Send me a messageHello, Climate Confident family! It’s Tom Raftery here with a power-packed episode featuring Raj DasGupta, CEO of Electrovaya! 🚚🔋💚We dive into the enthralling world of lithium-ion battery tech and its game-changing impact on heavy-duty industrial vehicles.🌟 Raj takes us behind the scenes, unfolding the innovative steps Electrovaya is taking to reduce GHG emissions and create a sustainable future for us all. 🌏🍃⚡️Fast Charging & Longevity: Explore how Electrovaya is ligh

Oct 11, 2023 • 40:10

Moving the Climate Dial: Navigating Politics, Science, and Sustainability with Expertise

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast I chat with Professor Mark Maslin, Professor of Earth Systems Science from University College London.🔥 Key Takeaways:📉 Delving deep into the pressing matter of our global climate, we explored the current trajectory of global warming. With 2.5 to 2.8 degrees warming in sight, the aim is to shift the dial back towards a manageable 1.5 degrees. But how? 🤔🌱 Green Economy & Global Policies:Mark lends insights into t

Oct 4, 2023 • 54:40

Waste Not, Want Not: Ingenium's Blueprint for Sustainable Business

Send me a messageHey, Climate Confident listeners! 🎧 Today's episode was such an eye-opener! I sat down with Heather Johnson, the CEO of Ingenium, a company revolutionising the way we look at waste.We delved deep into how waste, especially hazardous waste, can be an untapped goldmine. Imagine your waste, not just as a discard but as a valuable resource to another company? Ingenium is doing just that! Matching waste producers with companies that need these very resources. Not only does this

Sep 27, 2023 • 26:40

Why Carbon Trading Could Be Our Climate Lifesaver: A Deep Dive with Mike Azlen

Send me a messageIn today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast we dive deep into the intricacies of carbon markets with none other than Mike Azlen, the founder and CEO of Carbon Cap Management. Ever wondered how carbon trading actually works? Or whether it's effective in reducing emissions? Buckle up, because this episode has got you covered🌱 The "Fit for 55" Initiative 🌱Mike and I tackle the European Union's ambitious "Fit for 55" initiative, which aim

Sep 20, 2023 • 40:47

10 Gigatons a Year: How Nature-Based Solutions Can Reverse Climate Change

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast I sat down with Peter Bachmann, the managing director of the Sustainable Infrastructure division at Gresham House, and let me tell you, this conversation is a goldmine for anyone passionate about building a sustainable future. 🌏First up, we delve into the world of "Habitat Banks." Imagine turning unproductive farmland into biodiversity havens that not only restore nature but also offer financial returns for

Sep 13, 2023 • 33:32

Why Social Responsibility is Your Business's Secret Weapon

Send me a messageHey folks, in today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast I dive into the world of corporate social responsibility with Gitte Winther Bruhn, the Global Head of Social Responsibility Solutions at SAP. We talk about SAP's ground-breaking projects, such as "Advance Shared Prosperity," aimed at tackling complex issues in global supply chains. If you're a business leader, this episode is a must-listen as it highlights the competitive advantage that comes

Sep 6, 2023 • 28:04

Unlocking the Green in Wall Street: A Conversation with Ceres' Steven Rothstein

Send me a messageHey folks, I'm back after a two week break, and you won't want to miss this episode of the Climate Confident podcast! 🌍 I sat down with Steven Rothstein, the Managing Director of the Ceres Accelerator, and we got into the nitty-gritty of how financial institutions are stepping up their game—or not—in the face of the climate crisis.You know, it's not just governments and environmental organizations that have a role to play; financial institutions are pivotal playe

Aug 30, 2023 • 28:29

Beyond Sun and Wind: The Ocean’s Electrifying Potential

Send me a messageIn today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I'm thrilled to navigate the vast ocean of wave energy with Jan Skjoldhammer, Founder and CEO of NoviOcean. Join us as we explore the boundless possibilities of the deep blue!Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential lying beneath our ocean waves? Jan and his team at NoviOcean are pioneering innovations that might just revolutionise the renewable energy sector. With wave energy's potential to efficient

Aug 9, 2023 • 41:42

Solving Climate Crisis One Waste Bin at a Time: Shawn Kreloff Explains How

Send me a message In this inspiring episode of the Climate Confident podcast, we had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of bioenergy with Shawn Kreloff, Founder and CEO of Bioenergy DevCo.We had a captivating conversation about the enormous potential of organic waste. Did you know it can be transformed into renewable energy and soil amendments (natural fertiliser)? Shawn's passion for sustainable technology and innovation is infectious - it’s a topic you don't want to miss out

Aug 2, 2023 • 33:58

The Next Big Leap in Renewable Energy: Unveiling Long Duration Energy Storage

Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting chat with Julia Souder, the dynamic Chief Executive Officer of the Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) Council.In this episode, we delve deep into the transformative potential of long duration energy storage - an underappreciated, yet vital player in our global transition to renewable energy. Julia passionately explains how LDES can address the challenges of energy intermittency, ensurin

Jul 26, 2023 • 35:46

The Business of Sustainability: Exploring the Circular Economy with SAP's Stephen Jamieson

Send me a messageHey everyone, Tom Raftery here with another enlightening episode of Climate Confident! This time, we're diving deep into the circular economy with none other than Stephen Jamieson, Global Head of Circular Economy Solutions at SAP whose voice might just remind you of a famous actor - can you guess who?Stephen gives us an in-depth view of how businesses and regulations are shifting focus to circular strategies, specifically in plastics and packaging. Trust me, you'll be

Jul 19, 2023 • 33:33

The $250 Solution to Climate Change: Uncovered with Rayven

Send me a messageHey Climate Confident listeners, Tom Raftery here with a fresh episode. I had an enlightening chat with Owen Barrett, Co-Founder and President of Rayven. Owen shares Rayven's unique mission - decarbonizing existing real estate to combat climate change.We dig deep into how Rayven tackles this challenge, from focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy, to how they manage increased demand for electricity from EV chargers, and the potential of virtual power plants.What&

Jul 12, 2023 • 31:41

Decoding the Climate Impact on Finance with Dovetail's Amos Wittenberg

Send me a messageHello, all you climate champions - in this latest episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the privilege of chatting with Amos Wittenberg, Founder and CEO of Dovetail Finance. Amos has a fascinating story that stretches from financial journalism all the way to climate tech startup founder.In our conversation, we dived into how Dovetail Finance is pioneering a fresh approach to financial intelligence, using complex data to shed light on the impacts of climate change on inv

Jul 5, 2023 • 35:36

Empowering Communities: The Renewable Energy Transformation

Send me a messageIn today's power-packed episode of Climate Confident, we're diving deep into the world of renewable energy in developing nations. We're joined by an exceptional guest, William Brent, the Chief Marketing Officer of Husk Power Systems.Will and I talk about the profound work Husk Power Systems is doing to provide affordable and reliable renewable energy to remote communities. Imagine life without electricity? That's the daily reality for millions around the worl

Jun 28, 2023 • 43:00

Innovating for a Better Future: Unveiling the Potential of Smart Grids and Battery Technology

Send me a messageWelcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast! In this captivating discussion, I sat down with renewable energy advocate Richard Flentge to explore the exciting world of solar energy and microgrids.Richard shares his personal journey with solar energy, from setting up panels on his own house to monitoring performance and battery usage. We also delve into the potential for solar-powered sailboats and how they harness clean energy on the open seas.We discuss the evol

Jun 21, 2023 • 39:47

Facing the Heat: Unveiling Climate Change's Invisible Threat

Send me a messageIn this latest episode of the Climate Confident podcast, we're diving deep into one of the most pressing issues of our time - extreme heat.My guest for this episode is Kathy Baughman McLeod, the Director of the Adrienne Arsht-Rockefeller Foundation Resilience Center. Kathy brings to the table years of experience and a passion for addressing the impacts of climate change and extreme heat, particularly on the most vulnerable.During our conversation, Kathy shed light on the st

Jun 14, 2023 • 40:24

Sustainable Choices in Your Pocket: A Deep Dive into the Commons App

Send me a messageWelcome to another exciting episode of Climate Confident! I'm your host, Tom Raftery, and today we delve into the world of sustainability tech with Sanchali Pal, the co-founder and CEO of Commons, the groundbreaking app that is empowering individuals to take action on climate change.In this episode, Sanchali shares the inspiration and vision behind Commons, a digital tool designed to help people understand their carbon footprint and make more sustainable choices in their da

Jun 7, 2023 • 35:13

The Future of Sustainability in Business: Bhushan Nigale Discusses SAP's Green Ledger

Send me a messageWelcome to a very special episode of the Climate Confident podcast, brought to you in partnership with SAP!Today, we've got a truly fascinating conversation for you. We're sitting down with Bhushan Nigale, the dynamic Lead for SAP's Sustainability Development Program. He is at the forefront of SAP's innovative Green Ledger project, an ambitious undertaking that is poised to revolutionize the way businesses handle their environmental and sustainability data.In

May 31, 2023 • 37:51

Path to a Net-Zero Future: Insights from Wärtsilä Energy's COO, Anja Frada

Send me a messageIn this invigorating episode of the Climate Confident podcast, we take a deep dive into one of the most important discussions of our time – can we realistically aim for a 100% renewable energy grid? I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Anja Frada, the COO of Wärtsilä Energy, a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets.Anja provides some incredibly insightful perspectives on the viability of a fully renewable en

May 24, 2023 • 28:45

Tackling Climate Change with Entrepreneurship: The Planet Positive Lab Story

Send me a messageHello everyone, Tom Raftery here with another episode of the Climate Confident podcast. Today, we've got an exciting conversation about how entrepreneurship can help combat climate change.Our guests are Micol Chiesa and Chris de Koning, two of the Directors behind Planet Positive Lab. This is not your ordinary startup accelerator. It's a unique initiative focused on fostering climate-positive businesses and creating an open, inclusive community that welcomes aspiring e

May 17, 2023 • 32:40

De-risking Climate Solutions: The Power of Insurtech Gateway's Unique Approach

Send me a messageHey everyone, Tom Raftery here, and I'm thrilled to share this episode of the Climate Confident podcast with you! I had an engaging conversation with Stephen Brittain, Director and co-founder of Insurtech Gateway, a company focused on supporting and incubating insurtech startups that address climate challenges.In this episode, Stephen discusses:How Insurtech Gateway helps early-stage climate founders de-risk their business ideas with a unique platform for idea development a

May 10, 2023 • 42:42

A Clear Solution: How 3eNano's Window Tech Fights Climate Change

Send me a messageWelcome back to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast! I'm your host, Tom Raftery, and in today's show, we have a fascinating conversation with Steve Ferrero, CEO of 3eNano. We explore how 3eNano's groundbreaking window technology is poised to revolutionize the way we insulate our buildings and reduce our carbon footprint.In our discussion, we dive into the details of 3eNano's innovative window coating that improves insulation, making homes and bui

May 3, 2023 • 36:54

Climate Confident: Decarbonizing the Electricity Grid with Veckta's Gareth Evans

Send me a messageHey everyone, Tom Raftery here, and I'm excited to share this latest episode of the Climate Confident podcast! In today's conversation, we're diving deep into the energy transition and decarbonisation of the electricity grids with our guest Gareth Evans, CEO of energy transition platform Veckta.In this episode, we cover:The vital role microgrids play in decentralizing power and their impact on energy resilienceHow Veckta's platform empowers businesses to make

Apr 26, 2023 • 44:14

Clean Energy & Tackling Plastic Waste: Asia's Pursuit of a Greener Future

Send me a messageHey Climate Confident listeners, in this enlightening episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Assaad Razzouk, CEO of Gurin Energy, host of The Angry Clean Energy Guy podcast, and author of the book Saving the Planet Without the Bullshit. We dove deep into Asia's energy transition and the future of renewable energy in the region.In our conversation, we covered some critical topics, including:Asia's remarkable progress in renewable energy, from solar and wind projec

Apr 19, 2023 • 37:27

Sweet Proteins: A Game-Changer for Climate and Health

Send me a messageHey Climate Confident listeners, in this fascinating episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, about the incredible potential of sweet proteins to revolutionize our diets while reducing the climate impact of our food choices.During our conversation, we delved into how Oobli is harnessing the power of precision fermentation to create sugar alternatives that are zero-calorie, perfect for diabetics, and boast a much smaller environmental footprint than tr

Apr 12, 2023 • 37:58

Climate Confident Easter 2023 episode

Send me a messageShort episode this week as I'm taking a few days for R&R.Feel free to take the chance to go back over the back catalog of 114 episodes you may not have heard all of, or do as I'm doing and take the chance to disconnect for a while.I will be back next week as always and I have some fascinating episodes coming up, so don't touch that dial as all the cool FM DJ's say! Stay Climate Confident, and we'll talk next week.My best,TomSupport the showPodcast su

Apr 5, 2023 • 2:45

Climate Tech for a Sustainable Future: Insights from Richard Delevan

Send me a messageHey everyone, welcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast! I'm your host Tom Raftery, and I'm thrilled to have Richard Delevan with me today. Richard is a communications consultant who works with energy and climate tech companies, and he was kind enough to join me to talk about the IPCC's latest synthesis report.In this episode, we dive into the findings of the IPCC's report and what they mean for our future. We also discussed the role of tech

Mar 29, 2023 • 40:06

Climate Action: How Carbon Accounting Can Drive Change

Send me a messageHey everyone! Tom Raftery here, and I'm super excited to share this episode of the Climate Confident podcast with you. I had an incredibly insightful conversation with Hugo Kimber, Founder and CEO of Carbon Responsible, about the world of carbon accounting and its crucial role in the fight against climate change.We started off by discussing the importance of carbon accounting and how it plays a pivotal role in helping companies understand their emissions. Hugo shared his th

Mar 22, 2023 • 32:29

Climate Realities: The Surprising Truth about Hydrogen's Role in the Clean Energy Future

Send me a messageHey there, Climate Confident listeners! In this eye-opening episode, I had the pleasure of discussing the ins and outs of hydrogen with Michael Barnard, Chief Strategist at TFIE Strategy, a leading expert in the renewable energy sector. We dived deep into the role of hydrogen in the clean energy transition and debunked some common misconceptions surrounding this element.Michael passionately shared his insights on why hydrogen is gaining traction in the energy industry, and we ha

Mar 15, 2023 • 1:09:45

The Power of IoT in the Fight Against Climate Change

Send me a messageHey everyone, in this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, we dive into the world of technology and IoT, and how it can be used to help solve some of the biggest climate issues we're facing today.I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rob Tiffany, an expert in the field of IoT and author of several books on the topic, and his new book Saving the Earth with the Internet of Things is due out soon. Rob shared with us his latest project, Greenhouse, a platform that uses I

Mar 8, 2023 • 38:48

Green Hydrogen: Separating Fact from Fiction

Send me a messageHey Climate Confident listeners! Welcome  to this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, where we dive into the world of climate solutions and explore the latest developments in the fight against climate change.In this episode, I was joined by Emily Pontecorvo, a reporter for Grist, who shared her expertise on the topic of green hydrogen. We explored what green hydrogen is, how it's produced, and its potential to be a game-changer in the fight against climate

Mar 1, 2023 • 35:41

A Climate Solution That Brings People Together: Citizen Assemblies

Send me a messageHello Climate Confident listeners! I'm so excited to share with you the latest episode of the podcast where I had the pleasure of speaking once again with Prof Denise Baden and also this time with Prof Matt Ryan. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Citizen Assemblies and the role they play in addressing the climate crisis.Denise and Matt are both experts in the field and it was amazing to hear about their experiences and insights on this topic. We talked about the im

Feb 22, 2023 • 44:16

The Rise of Blue Nation: An Innovative Approach to Climate Change

Send me a messageHey folks, in today's episode of the Climate Confident podcast I had the pleasure of sitting down (again!) with Steve Willis to talk in a little more depth about the idea of the ocean as a nation - which he mentioned briefly on last week's instalment of the show.Steve's concept is a fascinating one, and we spent the whole episode discussing the potential benefits and challenges of such an idea. We talked about the steps that would need to be taken to turn this vis

Feb 15, 2023 • 33:40

The Holodeck of Climate Solutions: Writing a Better Future

Send me a messageI had the pleasure of speaking with Professor Denise Baden and Steve Willis on the latest episode of this podcast. Denise is a Professor of Sustainable Practice at the University of Southampton and runs the Green Stories project, which aims to communicate climate solutions through storytelling. Steve is the Director of Herculean Climate Solutions and helped produce the book "No More Fairy Tales: Stories to Save Our Planet" with Denise.In this episode, we dive into the

Feb 8, 2023 • 37:01

From Bronze to Gold: Bridgette McAdoo's Climate Success Story at Genesys

Send me a messageIn today's Climate Confident episode I had the privilege of sitting down with Bridgette McAdoo, the Director of Sustainability at Genesys. In our conversation, we covered a wide range of topics related to sustainability and what it means for Genesys and the world.We started by discussing the importance of sustainability and the role it plays in Genesys’ business strategy. Bridgette emphasized how sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a key factor in driving the company

Feb 1, 2023 • 27:10

Climate Solutions on the Farm: How eAgronom is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I discuss the importance of sustainable farming practices and the ways in which farmers can reduce their emissions. My special guest is Robin Saluoks, the CEO of eAgronom, a company that provides tools for farmers to track and manage their carbon emissions.We begin by diving into Robin's background and how he got into the farming industry. He explains that eAgronom was created as a solution for his family farm, which was in

Jan 25, 2023 • 33:06

Climate Impact: The Work of Tradewater in Collecting, Controlling and Destroying Greenhouse Gases

Send me a messageWelcome to the latest episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, where I, Tom Raftery, have the pleasure of hosting Tim Brown, the CEO of Tradewater. In this episode, we delve into the crucial work that Tradewater is undertaking to combat climate change through the collection, control, and destruction of greenhouse gases. Tim provides insight into the specific gases that the company is targeting, such as old refrigerants and methane from abandoned and orphaned oil and gas wells,

Jan 18, 2023 • 29:39

Unlocking the Power of Science-Based Targets: A Climate Confident Podcast Episode with SBTi CEO Luiz Amaral

Send me a messageIn this premier episode of the newly rebranded Climate Confident podcast, I sat down with Luiz Amaral, CEO of the Science Based Targets Initiative. As global leaders in helping companies set ambitious, science-based emission reduction targets and measure progress, the Science Based Targets initiative is at the forefront of meaningful climate action. Join Luiz and I as we delve into the critical importance of science-based targets, the ways in which SBTi works with companies to s

Jan 11, 2023 • 37:18

Final Climate 21 Episode For 2022 - Thank You, And See You All In 2023!

Send me a messageAs the title of this episode says, this is the final episode of 2022. Compliments of the season to all of you, the listeners, and have a very Happy New Year.The podcast will be back again in 2023 on January 11th, with lots of great episodes lined up. In the meantime, there are 101 episodes in the back catalog, across all aspects of climate, across all industries, across all technologies, so check this out if you are in need of a positive climate fix!Support the showPodcast suppo

Dec 28, 2022 • 6:29

What Could Go Right in Climate? A Chat With Author Justin Bean

Send me a messageI recently came across Justin Bean's new book What Could Go Right? (non-affiliate Amazon link) - which asks what if we put aside #climate doom, and Pollyanna optimism, and instead picture an ideal world, and work towards it?Intrigued to know more, I invited Justin to come on the podcast. We talked about the book, why Justin felt compelled to write it, the lessons he learned, as well as the books central thesis. This was a truly fascinating episode of the podcast and I learn

Dec 21, 2022 • 40:17

The Electrification Of Transportation And Climate - A Chat With Siemens' Ed Bernardon

Send me a messageThe electrification of the transportation space is hugely important for reducing emissions, and one company heavily involved in this process is Siemens as a supplier to many of the main car manufacturers.I reached out to Ed Bernardon, Vice President, Strategic Automotive Initiatives Siemens Digital Industries Software to invite him to come on the podcast. Ed is a fellow podcaster. He has a podcast called The Future Car Podcast with Ed Bernardon - you should check it out.We had a

Dec 14, 2022 • 42:08

Helping Consumers Make Informed Climate Choices - A Chat With Finch CEO Lizzie Horvitz

Send me a messageTaking individual climate action can often feel pointless - or at best a balm to assuage a guilty conscience, but it is far more important than that. Choosing sustainable products sends a demand signal to manufacturers/producers/retailers that non-sustainable products are not wanted.But which products are the most sustainable? It seems like every products is now claiming the green high ground. Well, one company working to surface products' climate friendly credentials is Fi

Dec 7, 2022 • 24:40

Reframing The Climate Conversation With Companies - A Chat With Enterprise Development Group's Herman Gyr

Send me a messageI saw a climate-related post recently from Herman Gyr of the Enterprise Development Group on LinkedIn where he talked about a presentation himself and Lisa Friedman gave at the Business Edge Briefing at Dominican University of California's Institute for Leadership Studies . The presentation offered a reframing of climate challenges and an innovative model for how enterprises – large and small – can mobilize their people to address the climate crisis with actions and innovat

Nov 30, 2022 • 39:17

Climate Anxiety, Climaturity, and Water Offsets - A Chat with Liquid8 CEO Marc Cortez

Send me a messageToday's podcast is a little different in that we're tackling two climate-related topics with the one guest: climate anxiety, and water shortages.Marc Cortez is the author of Climaturity - A Journey To The Muddy Climate Middle, as well as being the founder and CEO of water neutrality company Liquid8.I invited him to join me on the podcast to discuss both topics - his take on climate anxiety, as laid out in his book, Climaturity, and how his company Liquid8 aims to help

Nov 23, 2022 • 35:24

Reducing Climate Emissions With Zero Emission Industrial Heat And Power - A Chat With Rondo Energy's CEO John O'Donnell

Send me a messageClimate emissions from the industrial sector are hard to tackle. Many industrial processes require high temperatures traditionally achievable only by burning fossil fuels.Rondo Energy is stepping into the space with their heat battery - a battery that stores energy from intermittent renewables in the form of heat, and then releases it as needed.I invited John O'Donnell, CEO of Rondo Energy to come on the podcast to tell me all about it.He very graciously obliged and we had

Nov 16, 2022 • 35:57

Reducing Climate Emissions In The Hard To Abate Space - A Chat With Holcim's Chief Sustainability Officer Magali Anderson

Send me a messageOne of the processes with the highest climate emissions is the production of cement and concrete - and one of the largest producers of cement and concrete is the Swiss multinational Holcim.Holcim have some really interesting sustainability initiatives, so I invited their Chief Sustainability Officer Magali Anderson to come on the podcast to tell me all about them.She very graciously obliged and we had an excellent discussion talking about the difference between cement and concre

Nov 9, 2022 • 38:38

Climate Emission (Carbon) Accounting For SMBs - A Chat With Greenly CEO Alexis Normand

Send me a messageCarbon accounting (measuring and reporting climate emissions) has not traditionally been something SMBs have needed to do. That is starting to change as larger organisations are requiring reporting from their supply chains.One company looking to help SMBs with this is Greenly. They have developed a carbon accounting platform specifically for SMBs which they liken to a Freshbooks or Quickbooks for carbon accounting.I invited their CEO Alexis Normand to come on the podcast to tell

Nov 2, 2022 • 41:34

Helping Cities Transition To Net Zero - A Chat With ClimateView's Tomer Shalit

Send me a messageReducing cities climate emissions is vitally important, but can be challenging due to the politics involved, budgetary constraints, and the complexity of the ecosystems.One company working to help in this space is ClimateView. ClimateView has a software platform that helps cities turn their Climate Action Plans, into Climate Investment Plans by making it readily apparent what the RoI of the actions in the Climate Action Plan are.To find out more I invited ClimateView Founder and

Oct 26, 2022 • 35:13

Reducing Climate Emissions In Battery Manufacturing - A Chat With Freyr Battery's CEO Tom Jensen

Send me a messageOne criticism you regularly hear levelled at batteries for electric vehicles, or for energy storage is the significant climate emissions associated with their production.One company working to fix this, while also keeping the cost down is Norway based Freyr Battery. To learn more I invited their co-founder and CEO Tom Einar Jensen to come on the podcast.We had an excellent discussion talking about how Freyr Battery keeps the carbon footprint of their batteries very low, where it

Oct 19, 2022 • 29:49

Can Enhanced Weathering Be Used TO Suck CO2 Out Of The Atmosphere At Scale? A Chat With UNDO

Send me a messageCan we use natural processes to suck CO2 back out of the atmosphere? It sounds tempting because the risks of unintended consequences with processes that have been taking place already on the planet for millennia are significantly lower.One such process is weathering, and a company looking to do Enhanced Weathering thereby sucking millions, and hopefully billions of tons of CO2 out of the atmosphere (while simultaneously improving agricultural land) is UNDO. I invited UNDO's

Oct 12, 2022 • 29:22

Using Finance To Drive Down Low Carbon Costs - A Chat With Carbon Chain CEO Adam Hearne

Send me a messageBanks and financial institutions are looking to invest in projects which reduce emissions, but to avoid the greenwashing label, these projects need hihi quality data. That's where CarbonChain comes in.CarbonChain is a carbon accounting platform that supplies high fidelity data so organisations can prove emissions reductions. I invited Adam Hearne, CarbonChain's co-founder and CEO to come on the podcast to tell me more.We had an excellent discussion talking about how Ca

Oct 5, 2022 • 32:04

A 100% Renewable Electricity Grid Is Entirely Possible - A Chat With Auke Hoekstra

Send me a messageI came across a post by famed Dutch researcher Auke Hoekstra (@AukeHoekstra on Twitter) pointing to a newly published scientific paper proving that a 100% renewable energy grid by 2050 or before is entirely feasible.I've known intuitively that this has been possible for some time, but to have it shown in peer reviewed science is something else entirely. So, I invited Auke, as one of the co-authors of the paper to come on the podcast to explain how this can happen.We had an

Sep 28, 2022 • 39:37

Catena X And Emissions Tracking In The Automotive Industry - A Chat With Hagen Heubach

Send me a messageThe automotive industry has been responsible for its fair share of historical and ongoing emissions. Many of the manufacturers are now realising that this is not sustainable (in both senses of the term).Catena X was formed to help help address some of the challenges the automotive industry are facing - including those related to emissions, and sustainability.I invited Hagen Heubach SAP's Global Vice President for Automotive  to come on the podcast to tell me more. We had a

Sep 21, 2022 • 35:20

Circular Economy And Nuclear Energy - A Chat With Curio Legacy's Ed McGinnis

Nuclear power can potentially help reduce the emissions associated with power generation. However, there are well known issues with nuclear - primarily its cost, the time to develop a nuclear power plant, and the highly radioactive waste it generates.Curio is a hugely ambitious company working to tackle two of these three problems.I invited Ed McGinnis, Curio's CEO  to come on the podcast to tell me more. We had a cool conversation discussing the problems in the nuclear industry today, the innov

Sep 14, 2022 • 42:47

Fighting Climate Change With Carbon Removal - A Chat With Patch CEO Brennan Spellacy

Send me a messageThe idea of using carbon offsets to reduce your climate emissions is one that is often controversial.  Patch is a platform dedicated to making it easier for organisations to buy and sell carbon credits.I invited Brennan Spellacy (BSpellacy_ on Twitter)  to come on the podcast to tell me more. We had a cool conversation. I pushed back on Brennan on some of the more contentious aspects of carbon offserts, and to his credit, he held his own!This was a truly fascinating episode of t

Sep 7, 2022 • 30:56

Green Amendments And Climate - A Chat With Maya van Rossum

Send me a messageSystemic change is needed to fix the climate. Piecemeal regulations won't cut it.One woman who is working on fixing this is Maya van Rossum. She's the founder of For The Generations, an organisation working to get constitutions to pass a Green Amendment passed to guarantee a right to clean air, clean water, healthy environments, and a stable climate for present and future generations. She has already had success getting a Green Amendment passed in the state of New York

Aug 31, 2022 • 50:20

The Circular Economy In Retail - A Chat With Juli Lassow

Send me a messageThe circular economy is growing in importance. Retail is particularly sensitive to this given how younger generations are being far more sensitive to sustainability issues in their purchase decisions.With this in mind, I invited circularity consultant Juli Lassow of JHL Solutions to come on the podcast.We had a scintillating conversation covering why circular economy solutions are gaining in importance, what organisations can do to become more circular, and retailer's own b

Aug 24, 2022 • 36:05

Quick Climate Break - We'll Be Right Back. Don't Touch That Dial!

Send me a messageI'm going on vacation for a couple of weeks, but don't worry I'll be back with loads more episodes, choc full of successful emissions reduction stories shortly.Listen to this short episode to find out more...Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely i

Aug 3, 2022 • 4:58

Reducing Climate Emissions In The Aviation Sector Using Plants - A Chat With Yield10 Bioscience's Olly Peoples

Send me a messageThe aviation industry is one the hardest to decarbonise. One way to get its climate emissions down in the short term is to use sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).One company in this space has come up with a plant that can not only produce oil that can be used to create SAF, but it can do so in a way that is economically advantageous for the farmer, without taking land from food production.We had a fascinating conversation covering how camelina can be used to create sustainable avi

Jul 27, 2022 • 35:43

Climate And Sustainability As Drivers For Digital Transformation - A Chat With Gordon Donovan

Send me a messageIs climate a driving force for Digital Transformation in companies? And what role does sourcing and procurement play?In early 2022, Economist Impact conducted a global survey of 430 C-level executives across various organisational functions to explore how their businesses and industries are transforming procurement to meet existing and emerging challenges.To find out the results of this survey, I invited Global Market Research Director, Procurement and Supply at SAP Gordon Donov

Jul 20, 2022 • 29:55

Using Machine Learning To Reduce Climate Emissions In The Physical World - A Chat With PlutoShift's Prateek Joshi

Send me a messageMachine Learning is great for helping us surface new series on Netflix, for helping us search through the thousands of photos on your phone to find that one of the cute cat you took a picture of all those months ago, or for things such as fraud detection by banks, but can it be used to impact the physical environment to help reduce climate emissions?Prateek Joshi, the founder of PlutoShift thinks so! PlutoShift uses Machine Learning to help Anhueser-Busch, Dow Chemicals, and oth

Jul 13, 2022 • 27:35

China - Climate Hero, Or Climate Villian? A Chat With EAC's Daniel Berger

Send me a messageThe climate news about China seems to be consistently contradictory. On the one hand, we hear how China is responsible for high levels of emissions, while on the other we hear how China is leaping ahead in its deployments of renewables. Where does the truth lie?I invited Daniel Berger of EAC who has been based in China for the last 20 years to come on the podcast to give his perspective.We had a fascinating conversation discussing all aspects of climate as it pertains to China,

Jul 6, 2022 • 29:12

How Important Is Storytelling When It Comes To Climate? A Chat With Dan McDougall

Send me a messageCreating a narrative is all-important in any sphere.All the more so in the climate space where the stakes are perilously high, and as we heard in last week's episode, climate anxiety is becoming a very real thing. To explore the topic of storytelling, particularly as it pertains to climate I invited multiple award-winning journalist, British Foreign Correspondent of the Year, and filmmaker Dan McDougall to come on the podcast.We had a fascinating conversation discussing all

Jun 29, 2022 • 45:04

Climate Anxiety - A Chat With Grist's Kate Yoder

Send me a messageSo we're hearing more about Climate Anxiety these days - particularly among the younger generations who will have to live with the damage we have wrought on our climate far longer than the rest of us.To talk a little about this, I invited Grist Staff Writer Kate Yoder to come on the podcast to talk about it.We had a fascinating conversation discussing what climate anxiety is, how it is affecting people, and ways to overcome it.If you have any comments/suggestions or questio

Jun 22, 2022 • 31:42

Reducing The Carbon Footprint Of Lithium Ion Batteries - A Chat With Nanoramic Laboratories John Cooley

Send me a messageCreating lithium-ion batteries is a hugely energy-intensive process and consequently, battery-electric cars take approximately 17,000km to repay their carbon debt. Nanoramic Laboratories has come up with a way to reduce by over 30% the amount of energy required to manufacture lithium-ion batteries, while at the same time making them more energy-dense, and increasing their expected lifespan. Sound too good to be true I invited Nanoramics Founder and Chief of Products and Innovati

Jun 15, 2022 • 38:37

Plant-Based Tuna? A Chat With Jacob von Manteuffel From Bettafish

Send me a messageFollowing on from last week's episode of the podcast where I talked to Rebellious Foods about their plant-based chicken, in this week's episode I talk to Jacob von Manteuffel, co-founder of Bettaf!sh, a company making plant-based tuna (or Tu-Nah, as they call it!).We had a fascinating conversation talking about what plants Bettafish uses (seaweed), the reasons why, and their plans for expansion in this space. I learned loads. I hope you do too.If you have any comments/

Jun 8, 2022 • 30:42

Plant-based Chicken? A Chat With Rebellyous Foods Founder and CEO Christie Legally

Send me a messageChicken makes up an increasing part of the food we eat. Chicken production is polluting, cruel, and causes significant emissions.One company looking to address this issue is Rebellyous Foods. They have come up with a way to produce plant-based meat, which looks like chicken, tastes like chicken, and is similarly priced to chicken.To find out more I invited Rebellyous founder and CEO Christie Legally to come on the podcast. We had a fascinating conversation. I learned loads. I ho

Jun 1, 2022 • 32:46

Is Climate Restoration Feasible? A Chat With Peter Fiekowsky

Send me a messageFor millennia we have had a stable climate with atmospheric CO2 levels at around 280ppm. Since the Industrial Revolution, the amount of CO2 in our atmosphere has rocketed up to now around 420ppm with the consequent climate chaos we're now witnessing.Can we reverse that? Can we bring atmospheric CO2 levels back down to 280 once more? Today's guest on the podcast, Peter Fiekowsky thinks we can. He has written a book called Climate Restoration which details how to do this

May 25, 2022 • 42:49

Financing The New Climate Economy - A Chat With Enduring Planet's Dimitry Gershenson

Send me a messageAnd we're back. I was off last week with Covid, hence the gap in the usual weekly cadence. But boy do I have an excellent episode for you this week to make up for it. Enduring Planet is a FinTech lender focused exclusively on the new climate economy. I invited Dimitry Gershenson, the company's CEO and Co-Founder to come on the podcast to tell me all about it.We had a fascinating conversation discussing the reason why Dimitri co-founded Enduring Planet, the kind of help

May 18, 2022 • 36:16

Making Low Income Housing Energy Efficient - A Chat With Ryan Cassidy

Send me a messageEnergy efficiency isn't nearly as sexy a topic as building out some shiny new solar farm, but it is equally important, and when this energy efficiency benefits low income families who have traditionally been disproportionately effected by issues such as climate change, and pollution,  even better again.In this episode of the podcast I spoke to Ryan Cassidy. Ryan is the Director of Sustainability & Construction at RiseBoro Community Partnership in New York. We had a fasc

May 4, 2022 • 27:57

Transforming Climate Complexity Into Business Intelligence - A Chat With Sust Global's Josh Gilbert

Send me a messageAccess to validated climate data sources is not trivial. What happens though if you want validated, regularly updated data that you can integrate with your systems?That is where Sust Global comes in. Sust Global uses credible, validated regularly, updated climate data sources, and provides integrations so organisations have access to this data in their systems to enable climate risk assessments down to individual asset level.To learn more I invited Sust Global co-founder and CEO

Apr 27, 2022 • 36:46

Using Dynamic Glass To Cool Buildings - A Chat With Glass Dyenamics CEO Christopher Angelo

Send me a messageSome of the lesser talked about emissions reductions solutions are efficiency based solutions. In this week's episode of the Climate 21 podcast I talk to Christopher Angelo, CEO of Glass Dyenamics, a company working in this space.Glass Dyenamics uses dynamic glass (glass that changes its transparency when a low electric current is applied to it), to prevent buildings being overly warmed by the sun, thus reducing the energy load required to cool it. We had a fascinating conv

Apr 20, 2022 • 42:32

Deloitte's World Climate Commitments - A Chat With Scott Corwin

Send me a messageWith 400,000 employees, Deloitte is the world's largest professional services firm. Deloitte set out its World Climate Commitments recently with an aim of reaching Net Zero by 2030.To find out more about this I invited Deloitte Managing Director & US Leader for Sustainability & Climate Change Scott Corwin to come on the podcast to tell us more.We had a fascinating conversation discussing Deloitte's perspective on combatting climate change, the value of addressi

Apr 13, 2022 • 43:08

Circular Economy And Climate - A Chat With Stephen Jamieson

Send me a messageIn several episodes of this podcast now guests have talked about the Circular Economy, but I've never had a full episode on it, so today we're changing that!I invited Stephen Jamieson to join me for this episode. Stephen is the Global Head of Circular Economy Solutions at SAP, so no one is better placed to talk to us about Circular Economy, and how it relates to climate.We talked about how the Circular Economy relates to Climate, what some of the latest happenings in t

Apr 6, 2022 • 27:11

Turning Waste Into Fuel - A Chat With Anaergia Founder And CEO Andrew Benedek

Send me a messageThis week's episode of the podcast deals with methane once more.Last week's episode featured a startup in the methane space called Bennamann. This week I interviewed Andrew Benedek, the founder, and CEO of one of the world's most established methane companies Anaergia.We talked again about the importance of capturing fugitive methane, Anaergia's place in the ecosystem, as well as their future plans.This was an excellent episode of the podcast and I learned lo

Mar 30, 2022 • 22:46

Achieving Energy Independence, Improving Profitability And Reducing Emissions Using Fugitive Methane - A Chat With BennaMann CTO Chris Mann

Send me a messageFugitive methane - what is it? And how can it be turned from a nasty climate emission into a source of energy, reduced emissions, and a way to reduce an organisation's costs, amongst other benefits?To answer these and more questions I invited Chris Mann, Co-Founder, and CTO of Bennamann to come on the podcast to tell us all about it.UPDATE: Chris emailed me to say the following - "Listening to it played back I realised that I had made an error when I gave an idea of th

Mar 23, 2022 • 34:20

How Your Investments Can Help Solve Climate Change - A Chat With Carbon Collective Co-Founder Zach Stein

Send me a messageInvestment is a hugely important part of the fight against climate change. But where should the money come from?What if the money we invest for our pensions, life insurance, savings were put towards fighting the climate crisis, while at the same time making a profit for us? Putting our money to work, for good. That is the thinking behind Carbon Collective - an investment house that invests your money solely in nonfossil fuel-based companies, and with the shares it purchases, bec

Mar 16, 2022 • 43:19

Reversing Tropical Rainforest Deforestation - A Chat With Health In Harmony Founder Kinari Webb

Send me a messageClimate and deforestation have always been very closely linked. But how is deforestation linked to human health, and how can improving human health, lead to huge reductions in deforestation?To answer these questions, I invited Dr Kinari Webb, founder of Health in Harmony to come on the podcast. Health in Harmony has had major successes in reducing deforestation.We had a fascinating conversation covering the connection between deforestation and health, how organic farming comes i

Mar 9, 2022 • 33:30

Climate Interventions - What Are They And Can They Help - A Chat With Prof Wake Smith

Send me a messageHave you come across the term Climate Interventions before? If not, possibly you've heard of Geoengineering.Prof Wake Smith lectures in Yale about Climate Interventions, and is about to publish a book called  Pandora's Toolbox, The Hopes And Hazards Of Climate Interventions. So obviously, I invited him to come on the podcast to enlighten us on the topic.We had a fascinating conversation covering the limitations of our Net Zero goals, why we might need Climate Intervent

Mar 2, 2022 • 38:29

Decarbonising Supply Chains - A Chat With The Climate Choice Co-Founder Yasha Tarani

Send me a messageA huge portion of an organisation's emissions come from its supply chain.The Climate Choice is a company working to change that by becoming a platform for companies to share their emissions data, and by providing Climate Performance Ratings. They are working with some very large companies to help their suppliers get on board with this initiative. I invited The Climate Choice co-founder Yasha Tarani to come on the podcast to tell me more.  We had a fascinating conversation c

Feb 23, 2022 • 28:23

Climate Litigation Cases Tracked - A Chat With Drilled, And Damages, Podcasts Host Amy Westervelt

Send me a messageI'm a big fan of Amy Westervelt's Drilled podcast. If you're not familiar, it is a Climate podcast but done like a Netflix series with each episode leading to the next one, so it tells a narrative over a number of episodes, and then it starts a new series, with a new story to tell. Really compelling!Imagine my excitement when I heard that Amy is starting a new podcast called Damages following the increasing number of climate cases that are popping up, and telling

Feb 16, 2022 • 42:15

Supercharge Me - How To Get To Net Zero - A Chat With Corinne Sawers And Eric Lonergan

Send me a messageThere is a new book on climate which has been recently released which I think is worth paying attention to. It is called Supercharge Me. Why do I think it is worth paying attention to? Because it takes a different tack to most other books. It proposes a manifesto of actions which if followed, should deliver net zero. what kind of actions? The ones that actually matter - policy and regulatory tweaks which can serve to change the incentives to act.I invited the authors of this boo

Feb 9, 2022 • 47:10

Investing In Low Carbon Construction Startups - A Chat With Cemex Ventures President Gonzalo Galindo

Send me a messageConcrete and the built environment have an enormous carbon footprint.To find out more about how companies in that space are innovating to reduce emissions, I invited Gonzalo Galindo, president of Cemex Ventures to come on the podcast to talk about what they're doing. Cemex Ventures is the VC arm of Cemex, one of the world's largest cement companies, and its VC arm is looking into startups that help lower the carbon footprint of concrete.We had a fascinating conversatio

Feb 2, 2022 • 28:16

Planetary-Scale Regeneration - A Chat With Earthshot Labs CEO Troy Carter

Send me a messageGo big or go home - that could easily have been the motto of our last two episodes of this podcast and this week is no different.Today's guest on the podcast is Troy Carter. Troy is Co-founder and CEO of Earthshot Labs, a venture-backed organisation whose purpose is planetary-scale regeneration.We had a fascinating conversation covering why Earthshot labs are attempting planetary-scale regeneration, how they're going about it, and the importance of involving the commun

Jan 26, 2022 • 43:53

Ecocide - Making Mass Destruction Of Nature An International Crime - A Chat With Jojo Mehta

Send me a messageEcocide is a term that is recently starting to gain a little ground in the public's eye, but what is it, where does it come from, and just what are the chances of it becoming an internationally legislated crime?To find out more about Ecocide I invited Jojo Mehta to come on the podcast. Jojo is the Co-Founder & Executive Director, Stop Ecocide International. Stop Ecocide International is the driving force behind, and central communications hub for, the growing global mov

Jan 19, 2022 • 39:28

Making Data Deliver Net Zero - A Chat With Gavin Starks of Icebreaker One

Send me a messageOne of the most interesting companies in the Climate space has to be Icebreaker One. Icebreaker One is working across industries and governments to create a web of open net-zero data connecting financial, engineering and environmental data to help inform net-zero decisions.Sounds ambitious? Absolutely - but they have form doing this! How are they doing it? To find out more I invited the founder of IceBreaker One Gavin Starks to come on the podcast and tell us more. He didn'

Jan 12, 2022 • 39:04

Final episode of 2021

Send me a messageSo, we've come to our final episode of 2021, but fear not, lots more excellent episodes of the Climate 21 podcast are coming your way starting January 12th next, and every Wednesday after that.In this episode, I have a favour to ask to start with. The podcast is now in the high hundreds of listeners, thank you all for that, but I'd love to get it into the thousands of listeners. Please, if you could do me one favour over the holidays, introduce a friend to this podcast

Dec 22, 2021 • 34:24

Intelligent Decarbonisation - A Chat With Prof Markus Kraft

Send me a messageWhat is Intelligent Decarbonisation?Intelligent Decarbonisation is the combining of artificial intelligence with cyber physical assets to reduce carbon emissions. To discuss this I invited Cambridge University Prof Markus Kraft to come on the podcast because he literally wrote the book on the topic.Professor Kraft  is a Fellow of Churchill College Cambridge and Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology. He is the director of CARES, the Singapore-Cambr

Dec 15, 2021 • 40:40

Short break - back next week

Send me a messageHi folks, I'm on a short break this week to go back to Ireland to check in on my Dad.Normal programming will resume once again next week. So you can look forward to another excellent episode of the podcast this coming Wednesday, December 15th.Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is

Dec 8, 2021 • 2:56

COP 26 Outcomes, The Role Of Data, And The Skills Gap - A Chat With Prof Sally Eaves

Send me a messageI didn't make it to COP 26 but several people I know went so I reached out to one of them, Sally Eaves to discuss her impressions of the event, what were the big wins and what more do we need to do!We talked a lot in the podcast about COP 26 but we also discussed other topics such as what organisations can do to reduce their impact, how to manage ESG reporting, and how to address the skills gap that is there today.This was a truly fascinating episode of the podcast and I le

Dec 1, 2021 • 33:30

The Sustainability Imperative With Tom Raftery

Send me a messageWelcome to the 50th episode of the Climate 21 podcast. In this instalment, due to a scheduling snafu, I was without a guest, so I took the opportunity to talk about a recent keynote talk I have delivered now a few times to phenomenal feedback - The Sustainability Imperative.In this talk I go through the roots of my passion for sustainability, the factors making action on sustainability increasingly important, progressive happening in the fields of Energy, and Transportation, and

Nov 24, 2021 • 38:11

Battery Electric or Hydrogen Fuel Cell? The electrification of transportation - A Chat With James Carter

Send me a messageWelcome to another joint Digital Supply Chain and Climate 21 podcast episode. The reason this is a joint podcast is that today's topic - the electrification of transportation is relevant to both podcasts.Today's podcast guest is James Carter. James is a Mobility Futurist, Thought Leader and Influencer, and he is the Principal Consultant at Vision Mobility.We talked in the podcast about the climate implications of the electrification of transportation, whether hydrogen

Nov 17, 2021 • 46:13

How Much Did The Fossil Fuel Companies Know About Climate Change, And When? A Chat With Ben Franta

Send me a messageStanford doctoral candidate Benjamin (Ben) Franta (aka @BenFranta on Twitter) has a degree in Applied Physics from Harvard, a Law degree from Stanford, and is currently working on his Ph.D. from Stanford on the history of climate science, climate denial, and the fossil fuel industry.I came across him when I heard about his most recent paper where he and two French researchers showed how French fossil fuel company Total were aware of harmful global warming impacts since at least

Nov 10, 2021 • 35:40