Podcasts about climate action plans

[Full Episode]  Rebecca Foon, an Award-Winning Musician, A Climate Activist, and Businesswoman, shares her journey from falling in love with the cello as a child to becoming a renowned cellist and composer. She discusses her experiences playing with various bands, including Silver Mount Zion and Esmerine, and collaborating with artists like Leonard Cohen and Patti Smith. Rebecca also talks about her involvement in climate activism and her work with Pathway to Paris, an organization focused on creating a sustainable world by helping cities transition to 100% fossil fuel-free by 2040. She emphasizes the importance of climate action plans and the need for cities to implement ambitious strategies to reduce carbon emissions. Rebecca Foon discusses her work in climate activism, sustainable cities, and protecting the Peruvian Amazon. She emphasizes the importance of engaging with local communities and politicians, divesting from environmentally harmful industries, and making sustainable choices in daily life. Foon also highlights the power of creativity and imagination in envisioning a sustainable future. She shares her experiences with Modo Yoga and her eco-conscious retail brand, as well as her venture into visual arts with her art exhibit, Ascension. Foon encourages individuals to follow their passions, engage in collective action, and advocate for change.   Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Childhood Love for the Cello 08:09 - Exploring Music Outside of Classical 18:59 - Collaborating with Leonard Cohen 26:01 - Founding Pathway to Paris 31:14 - Importance of Climate Action Plans 41:15 - Driving Climate Action and Sustainable Cities 49:37 - Protecting the Peruvian Amazon and Engaging in Conservation 52:54 - Modo Yoga and Eco-Conscious Retail: Integrating Passions 01:02:28 - Venturing into Visual Arts: The Power of Creativity 01:14:42 - Taking Action: Engaging, Divesting, and Making Sustainable Choices

Andrew Lewin discusses the issue of trawling and the challenges it poses for the government of India. Despite growing concerns about the negative impact of trawling on the environment, the Indian government has been slow to enforce bans on the practice. This is especially problematic as more countries are implementing bans within their exclusive economic zones, leading to Indian fishermen being caught for illegal fishing. The episode explores the historical push towards trawling in India and the need to transition away from this harmful practice. Tune in to learn more about the impact of trawling and what can be done to protect the ocean. Link to article: https://theprint.in/environment/whats-bottom-trawling-the-new-flashpoint-between-india-sri-lanka-and-why-its-still-rampant-in-india/1962236/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Magic Minds: https://www.magicmind.com/protectocean use code PROTECT20 to get up to 56% off your first subscription   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc  Trawling is a widely used fishing method by commercial fishermen and fishing communities, but it is also highly destructive, causing significant harm to the ocean's health and biodiversity. This practice involves dragging a large net equipped with doors and a chain along the bottom of the ocean, capturing everything in its path. One major concern with trawling is its impact on biodiversity. The scraping of the ocean floor destroys habitats like sponge reefs and soft coral reefs, which take a long time to regenerate. These habitats provide crucial shelter and food sources for many marine species. Additionally, trawling often results in high levels of bycatch, where non-target species and juvenile fish are caught and discarded. This disrupts ecosystem balance and leads to declines in vulnerable species populations. The negative effects of trawling extend beyond the immediate area. This practice can release large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. It also disturbs sediment on the ocean floor, releasing stored carbon and contributing to ocean acidification. Despite the known environmental impacts, trawling continues to be extensively practiced in many parts of the world, including India. In fact, over 52% of India's total fishing catch comes from trawl nets. While the government has implemented some measures, such as seasonal bans, enforcement of these regulations is often lacking. This is partly due to historical support for trawling as a major source of fish for the country. To address the destructive nature of trawling, alternatives have been proposed. Increasing the mesh size of trawl nets allows juvenile fish and non-target species to escape, reducing bycatch. Efforts have also been made to transition fishermen to more sustainable fishing methods. For example, the Blue Revolution scheme in India aims to replace trawling boats with deep-sea fishing boats that use targeted methods like gill nets and tuna longlining, which do not damage the seabed. In conclusion, trawling is a highly destructive fishing method that poses significant threats to the ocean's health and biodiversity. It destroys habitats, causes high levels of bycatch, and contributes to climate change and ocean acidification. Efforts to reduce the impact of trawling include increasing mesh sizes, implementing seasonal bans, and transitioning fishermen to more sustainable fishing methods. However, further action and enforcement are needed to protect the ocean from the harmful effects of trawling. The government of India has historically supported trawling as a major source of fish for the country, despite increasing bans on trawling in other countries. According to the podcast episode, India has a long-standing push towards trawling as a means of bringing in fish for the country. This can be attributed to various factors, including the government's subsidies for mechanized trawlers, engines, and fuel since the 1950s. These subsidies have incentivized fishermen to engage in trawling as it is a more efficient method of fishing. However, the episode highlights that trawling is facing increasing bans in many countries, including neighboring countries like Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Madagascar. These bans are implemented due to the detrimental impacts of trawling on the environment, such as the destruction of bottom habitats and high levels of bycatch. Despite these bans, Indian fishermen continue to engage in trawling, leading to conflicts with other countries and arrests for illegal fishing. The podcast episode suggests that the government's historical support for trawling and the economic obligations of fishermen contribute to the continued practice of trawling in India. Many fishermen have taken loans to purchase trawlers and are bound by economic obligations that force them to continue trawling to repay their debts and support their families. The bans on trawling in certain seasons and areas have not been effectively enforced, allowing fishermen to continue their operations. To address the issue, the Indian government has started implementing measures to transition fishermen away from trawling. Programs like the Blue Revolution scheme and the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana aim to replace trawling boats with deep-sea fishing boats that utilize targeted fishing methods like gill nets and tuna longlining. These methods do not involve bottom trawling and have fewer impacts on the seabed. However, the transition away from trawling is a complex process that requires significant time, effort, and financial resources. With over 30,000 mechanized trawlers in India, it is challenging to buy out all the trawlers and provide alternative livelihood options for fishermen. Additionally, proper implementation of existing laws, surveillance mechanisms, and monitoring of trawling vessels are crucial to control illegal trawling activities. In conclusion, despite increasing bans on trawling in other countries, the government of India has historically supported trawling as a major source of fish for the country. Economic obligations and the lack of effective enforcement of bans contribute to the continued practice of trawling by Indian fishermen. However, the government has initiated programs to transition fishermen away from trawling and towards more sustainable fishing methods. The transition process requires careful planning, financial support, and effective enforcement of regulations to ensure the conservation of marine ecosystems. Indian fishermen continue to engage in trawling due to economic obligations and the lack of viable alternatives. Trawling has been a major source of income for many fishing communities in India, with 52% of India's total fishing catch coming from trawl nets. The government has historically supported trawling by offering subsidies for mechanized trawlers, engines, and fuel. This has made trawling an attractive option for fishermen, despite its destructive impact on the ocean's health. However, efforts are being made to transition to more sustainable fishing practices. The Blue Revolution scheme by the Department of Fisheries and the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana are two initiatives aimed at replacing trawling boats with deep-sea fishing boats. Deep-sea fishing involves techniques like gill nets and tuna longlining, which are targeted methods of fishing that do not touch the seabed. While these methods have their own challenges, they are considered less destructive compared to bottom trawling. The government's initiatives have already resulted in the distribution of 800 deep-sea fishing boats to fishermen in Tamil Nadu. This transition is a step towards reducing the reliance on trawling and promoting more sustainable fishing practices. However, the cost of buying and maintaining trawling boats is a significant barrier for many fishermen. Loans and economic obligations force them to continue trawling, even if they want to explore alternative methods. To address this issue, it is crucial to provide financial support and training to fishermen to help them transition away from trawling. Subsidies and buyout programs can assist fishermen in purchasing new boats and equipment for sustainable fishing practices. Additionally, training programs can educate fishermen on alternative fishing methods and sustainable aquaculture practices. Enforcement of existing laws and regulations is also essential to control trawling. Surveillance mechanisms and monitoring of trawling vessels should be implemented to ensure compliance with bans and restrictions. International cooperation is also necessary to prevent fishermen from trespassing into other countries' exclusive economic zones and engaging in illegal trawling. Overall, while the transition away from trawling may take time and effort, the government's initiatives and support from the fishing community are crucial steps towards promoting sustainable fishing practices in India. By providing viable alternatives and addressing economic obligations, it is possible to reduce the reliance on trawling and protect the health of the ocean.

The national energy and climate plans made by EU member states in 2019 are outdated, lack key details, and do not line up with long-term strategies. That's according to an analysis from the environmental nonprofit organisation Clean Air Task Force. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Oisin Coughlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth.

The national energy and climate plans made by EU member states in 2019 are outdated, lack key details, and do not line up with long-term strategies. That's according to an analysis from the environmental nonprofit organisation Clean Air Task Force. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Oisin Coughlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth.

FFB Episode 138 - Fiber Is Key To Ambitious Climate Action Plans by Fiber for Breakfast with Gary Bolton

Do you know what county Climate Action Plans are and why ranchers should be aware of them? If you have no idea, tune in to this episode to hear Noah Lopez with Western Resource Strategies and the California Cattlemen's Foundation's Rancher Technical Assistance Program, along with San Diego County ranchers Allison and Bryce Fender explain what these plans are and why ranchers should be know about them.Episode resources: In the episode we mention a paper put together by Western Resources Strategies called "Range Cattle in California County Climate Action Plans: a rancher's guide to understanding and engaging in climate action planning." Check out that paper here.We also mention the "Climate Issues Update for Ranchers" webinar that was recently held. If you missed that webinar you can watch the recording of it here.

Cheryl Hadland, Founder, and Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, joins Alistair Bryce-Clegg in this episode to talk about climate action plans in the Early Years.  A climate action plan aims to address climate challenges, relevant to the individual setting based on factors such as the environment, financial impact, society and the community, plus so much more.  Throughout this episode Cheryl shares the benefits of having a plan for your setting, as well as tips and advice for achieving best practice.

Reducing 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 CPO Tomer Shalit to come on the podcast to talk about it.We had an excellent discussion talking about how ClimateView helps cities reach their Net Zero goals, how this is becoming increasingly important, and what their plans are for the future.This was a truly fascinating episode of the podcast and I learned loads as always, and I hope you do too.If you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to leave me a voice message on my SpeakPipe page, head on over to the Climate 21 Podcast Forum, or just send it to me as a direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. Audio messages will get played (unless you specifically ask me not to).If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. Thanks.And remember, stay healthy, stay safe, stay sane!Music credit - Intro and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna JuniperDev InterruptedWhat the smartest minds in engineering are thinking about, working on and investing in.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyI've left SAP. I'm talking to a number of companies, but there is nothing signed yet, so if anyone else wants to get in touch, the window is still open for a while longer. Feel free to reach out to me on LinkedIn, Twitter, or simply email me tomraftery@outlook.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagaylehenry/ (Anna Henry) of https://shiftsustainable.com/ (Shift Sustainability Consulting) tells us that consumers are anxious about climate change and are beginning to demand that the businesses that they patronize are supporting this cause. Many consumers believe that brands have just as much responsibility for – and ability to take – climate action as governmental bodies. Anna points out that survey data from The Economist shows a 71% rise in online searches for sustainable goods in the past 5 years. KPMG reveals 80% of the world's top companies are already reporting on sustainability metrics, and Forbes estimates 20% of top global companies have made a commitment to go net zero. Companies need to find ways to demonstrate to consumers that they care about this issue and are taking action. Anna recommends each business create a climate action plan that identifies actions that are both impactful and visible. Examples include airlines offering emissions offsets, utilities providing the ability to purchase green electricity, and Amazon adding a Climate Pledge Friendly tag to help consumers identify products that have more sustainable attributes. Anna provides 5 steps to create a consumer-focused climate action plan for your business.   Show highlights 04:17   Consumers are increasingly choosing to do business with climate aware companies. 04:55   Consumer-driven activism. 07:01   Doing what some of your customers want but not others. 09:55   How companies benefit from adopting climate aware policies. 12:02   5 steps to implement a climate action plan. 15:24   Learn about Anna.  Email Anna at anna@shiftsustainable.com. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kingley/ (Connect with Jay) Email Jay at jay.kingley@centricityb2b.com https://centricity.ewebinar.com/webinar/corporate-to-consultant-getting-the-right-clients-right-now-4421 (Sign up) for a free one hour workshop called Do Less Marketing. Get More Clients. The workshop will show you how to replace the income you left behind in your last corporate job and then 5X it, get fully booked with clients at premium prices, and to have prospects chasing you so you can pick the clients and projects you want to work on while maintaining your revenues.

Whitefish City Manager Dana Smith connected with John Hendricks and Robin Mitchell during the KGEZ Good Morning Show Glacier Bank Community Conversation on Monday July 18, 2022 to remark on the housing update, summer visitation and ongoing Climate Action Plans.

A new Government report reveals that ONLY 59% OF climate measures that were due to be completed between January and March were delivered on time. The Department of the Environment reported the worst completion rate of any department. Sadbh O'Neill, Stop Climate Chaos Policy Coordinator spoke to Shane this morning.

A new Government report reveals that ONLY 59% OF climate measures that were due to be completed between January and March were delivered on time. The Department of the Environment reported the worst completion rate of any department. Sadbh O'Neill, Stop Climate Chaos Policy Coordinator spoke to Shane this morning.

www.commsolutionsmn.com- Governor Walz wants Minnesota to be 100% carbon-free by the year 2040. It doesn't matter how many solar and wind farms you build, the technology is just not there to sustain our energy supply. Xcel Energy is claiming that it will close it's coal-fired power plant in Becker by 2030, and for the activists, that's still not good enough. Many cities have built in an 80% reduction by 2050 into their Climate Action Plans... but these cities need to do better. Buildings need to be retrofitted, alternative energy needs to be implemented, and you need to comply. All over the place, we see that the schools are turning their students into activists, and then sending them to their city councils to get them on board to go net zero. Why are council members listening to high school students as their science "experts"? That's ridiculous! The very essence of the word "student", is that they are still studying. Of course climate change is based in racial justice too. Despite the impending failure this kind of legislation is, Governor Walz is not ready to give up the ship. Oh, and it's history lesson week... uff da. Although, it also takes a turn for a lively discussion on the current push to switch over to a digital currency. This isn't the first time we've changed our currency either. Also, YouTube removed one of our podcast episodes. You'll have to listen to find out which one... and it's hilarious. Good news, you can still find it here. Have you checked out our Spotify playlist? At the beginning of each episode, Jason quotes some song lyrics that have to do with the subject matter of the podcast. Andrew never knows what they are, but now he can… and so can you! We've launched the Spotify playlist: “Community Solutions Music From the Podcast!” You can listen to Roundabout from Yes after listing to Episode 30 on Roundabouts… or kick back and enjoy a rocking playlist just for the thrill of it. We add a new song every week. Subscribe and enjoy! Don't forget that you can also subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify!

In this Podcast we interview Isaac Beevor from Climate Emergency UK where we explore their efforts to score the success of Local authorities climate action plans. It has already scored the efforts of Enfield Council and placed it below average. With the help of may councillors and council officers they have developed a Climate Action Explorer that collects UK Council Climate Action Plans in a single database, alongside some data on area emissions estimates within the scope of influence of councils. It's being developed by Climate Emergency UK and mySociety, with input from a range of council climate officers, climate specialists, researchers, and journalists. It assesses the success of local authorities in several areas like mitigation, adaption, community engagement, diversity and more - and does this with the use of volunteers across the UK It is an ongoing project that will continue as the months go on as local authorities are scored as they implement their climate action plans. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/globalnet21/message

As the global bigwigs have just finished their summit at COP 21 in Glasgow, hoping to set the global agenda for climate change mitigation – things are happening at the local level as well. In fact, many would say this is really where the real progress is being made. Cathy Cowan Becker, executive director of Simply Living joins Annie and Jay Warmke from Blue Rock Station for a discussion of Columbus Ohio's Climate Action Plan – and how action at the local level might just make all the difference.

"Climate Action Plans" by Kathy Wine

"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." - Mary Oliver. This week, we explore how a local organization is pushing for climate action. The moral of the story? Set healthy boundaries and keep going. Climate Action Campaign's Nicole Capretz shares her tips for becoming a rabble-rouser, navigating local politics, and holding government accountable.Thank you to our listeners for a fantastic season 1!---Nerding out with NicoleConnect with Nicole on LinkedIn or on the Climate Action Campaign websiteFollow Nicole on Twitter aka her “happy place”Learn about the City of San Diego's Climate Action Plan from the City of San DiegoRead more about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)Join the San Diego Green New Deal Alliance!Learn more about privilege by Rider University and what it means for you by Everyday FeminismMeet Ralph Nader and read his and Donald Ross' book, Action for a ChangeLearn more about Public Interest Research Group (PIRG)Read about the Gulf War in 1991Learn about the Environmental Health Coalition in National City, CAMeet Todd Gloria, the current Mayor of San DiegoSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you taking climate action or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to  Nicole Capretz. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Tune in to Part 4 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series!The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it's not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often leading through model projects and Climate Action Plans to shape a new reality.In summer 2021, Fresh Energy hosted a webinar series to raise the question: How can we dramatically reduce carbon emissions in a way that improves our communities and benefits everyone?Panelists:Margaret Garascia, Associate Director, Research and Innovation at Elevate EnergyMargaret Garascia is Senior Manager for Research and Innovation at Elevate Energy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to designing and implementing programs that lower costs, protect people and the environment, and ensure the benefits of renewable energy reach those who need them most. As part of the Elevate research team, Ms. Garascia conducts research on whether low- and moderate-income households are equitably served by renewable energy programs. In addition, she coordinates Elevate's research, policy, and demonstration projects on building decarbonization with a focus on the affordable housing sector. She also conducts quantitative and qualitative research on topics including energy insecurity, water affordability, and residential energy use. She was lead author of a report on the multifamily building stock in Chicago and the potential for energy savings. She has presented and written on the relationship between energy efficiency, health, and wellbeing in forums including Electricity Journal, Retrofit Magazine, American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, and others. Keith Kinch, Co-founder and General Manager at BlocPowerKeith Kinch serves as General Manager and co-founder at BlocPower. Keith received his undergraduate degree at John Jay College and his graduate degree at American International University. He spent eight years as a community organizer, and two years as Deputy Field Director in New York State for the Democratic National Committee under President Obama's grassroots arm Organizing for America. He helped advance key pieces of legislation such as the Affordable Healthcare Act.In the summer of 2016, Keith led the Solarize Brownsville campaign where more than 200homes were outfitted with solar panels. Solarize Brownsville brought together communityMargaret Cherne-Hendrick, Lead Director, Energy Transition at Fresh EnergyMargaret Cherne-Hendrick steers Fresh Energy's work to decarbonize our economy through the transition of end-uses currently served by fossil fuels to efficient, equitable, carbon-free electricity. She leads a team of staff shaping and driving solutions that use beneficial electrification, efficiency, and other carbon-reduction strategies to dramatically reduce emissions from the building and transportation sectors. She also leads Fresh Energy's work on carbon sequestration and low-carbon fuel standards as well as actively evaluating other opportunities to move Minnesota toward an equitable carbon-neutral economy by 2050.  In addition to Minnesota policy work at the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, State Legislature, and administrative channels, Margaret leads Fresh Energy's involvement in multiple key partnerships and is a primary architect of the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition.

Tune in to Part 3 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series!The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it's not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often leading through model projects and Climate Action Plans to shape a new reality.In summer 2021, Fresh Energy hosted a webinar series to raise the question: How can we dramatically reduce carbon emissions in a way that improves our communities and benefits everyone?Panelists:Russ Stark, Chief Resilience Officer at the City of Saint PaulRuss Stark is the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Saint Paul working in Mayor Melvin Carter's Office. Previously, Russ Served for 10 years on the Saint Paul City Council including three years as Council President. Prior to his public service, he worked at nonprofits focused on community development, environmental advocacy, and improved transportation options, including early planning for what is now the Green Line LRT. Russ has a Bachelor's in Political Science from Swarthmore College and a Master's of Urban Affairs and Public Policy from the University of Delaware.Adri Arquin, Youth Member, Saint Paul Climate Justice Advisory BoardAdri Arquin is a junior at Central High School and lives in St. Paul, MN. As a High School student, he worked with other young activists and organizers to create Minnesota Youth for Climate Justice, helping to bring thousands of young people to the Minnesota State Capitol on multiple occasions to fight against the climate crisis. He additionally works with COPAL MN and the Minnesota Youth Council in order to advocate for environmental justice both inside his community and in the Minnesota Legislature. With these roles, Adri also helps as a youth member on the St. Paul Climate Justice Advisory Board. When not working or organizing you can often find him on the soccer field with friends or trying to scout out a new thrift shop.  Janiece Watts, Senior Associate, Energy Access and EquityAs a senior associate on the Energy Access and Equity team, Janiece plays a key role that is working to advance equitable outcomes across Minnesota's energy system. Her current projects include collaborative work with environmental justice groups to improve air quality and reduce demand for oil through electrification of transportation and working internally on Fresh Energy's commitments to anti-racism.Janiece joined the Fresh Energy team in August 2018. Before joining Fresh Energy, Janiece worked as a community engagement manager for Eureka Recycling where she developed strategies on zero waste and environmental justice. She is an established racial and environmental justice organizer working in the Twin Cities for over ten years. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Environmental Science, Policy and Management from the University of Minnesota. Janiece is a board member of Headwaters Foundation for Justice, MN350, and the new St. Paul Climate Justice Advisory Board. She loves food—from growing it in her garden to cooking and food cooking shows.

Tune in to Part 2 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series!The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it's not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often leading through model projects and Climate Action Plans to shape a new reality.In summer 2021, Fresh Energy hosted a webinar series to raise the question: How can we dramatically reduce carbon emissions in a way that improves our communities and benefits everyone?This conversation is sponsored by Great River Energy.Panelists:Nina Axelson, Founder, Grid CatalystNina Axelson is leading the development of a clean energy accelerator, focused on demonstrating and scaling solutions for northern climates. The program will work with regional partners to connect entrepreneurs to project demonstrations, mentorship, and investments to help them grow their business. Grid Catalyst is under development, with a launch anticipated by the end of 2021. Previously, Axelson was the Vice President of Sustainability and Outreach for Ever-Green Energy, and has nearly 20 years of experience in the energy and environmental sectors. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies from the University of Minnesota.Robert Blake, Founder & CEO of Solar BearRobert Blake is the owner of Solar Bear a solar installation company located in Minneapolis, MN, the Ojibwe pronunciation is Gizis-o-makwa. Robert is the Executive Director of Native Sun Community Power Development a Non- Profit located also in Minneapolis, MN. Robert is a graduate student at the University of Minnesotan Carlson Executive Master of Business Administration (CEMBA) program. Robert is a tribal citizen of the Red Lake Nation. His passion is spreading the word of renewable energy through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.Jamez Staples, President & CEO of Renewable Energy PartnersJamez Staples founded Renewable Energy Partners after seeing how solar energy was being built in other parts of the country and after Minnesota passed its Solar Jobs Act in 2013.  He has lived in North Minneapolis most of his life and graduated from North High School where REP has installed a 365-kilowatt community solar garden. He has seen and experienced injustices in economic opportunity and environmental health in Minnesota but was also inspired by former Obama Administration Green Jobs Czar Van Jones' idea of addressing climate change and poverty at the same time.Ben Passer, Lead Director, Energy Access and Equity at Fresh EnergyBen Passer directs Fresh Energy's work to advance equitable outcomes across Minnesota's energy system. A member of the Minnesota Bar, Ben leads Fresh Energy in securing regulatory results at the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, policy change at the State Capitol, and collaborative efforts with diverse partners and allies to move Minnesota toward a just, carbon-neutral economy by mid-century. Ben represents Fresh Energy in key regional and national forums and serves as a recognized thought leader and public speaker on the intersection of energy and equity. Ben currently serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy.

Tune in to Part 1 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series!The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it's not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often leading through model projects and Climate Action Plans to shape a new reality.In summer 2021, Fresh Energy hosted a webinar series to raise the question: How can we dramatically reduce carbon emissions in a way that improves our communities and benefits everyone?PanelistsBrian Larson, Co-Founder and CEO of Darcy SolutionsBrian found a love of the land as a child, while spending time on his grandmother's farm near Willmar, MN. His studies in Economics at the University of Minnesota led him to pursue his MBA at Indiana University. In the early part of his career he was employed by various large oil and gas companies on the west coast and southern gulf coast, regularly working closely with geologists and geophysicists. Brian's passion for innovation and problem-solving brought him to work at the consulting firm McKinsey – gaining invaluable knowledge on how to build great companies and design growth strategies. His desire to use innovation to make the world a better place led him to a 14-year career at Cargill. Brian is always looking for an opportunity to do something impactful and use his 30+ years of business experience to elevate brilliant entrepreneurs. When Brian and Jimmy Randolph met, it became clear that the duo's shared a desire to protect the planet for future generations inspires their partnership at Darcy Solution.Tony Poole, Business Manager, Steamfitters/Pipefitters Local 455Tony Poole is a 23-year member of the St. Paul Steamfitters Pipefitters Local 455 and is currently serving as Business Manager for the Union. Upon completion of his apprenticeship in 2004, Tony spent the better part of his career working at industrial sites welding on critical piping systems. He also has experience working on many commercial projects, including hospitals and schools. Tony was elected Business Agent for the Union in 2013 and Business Manager in 2018 and in this capacity is closely involved in contract negotiations, public relations, and more.Margaret Cherne-Hendrick, Lead Director, Energy Transition at Fresh EnergyMargaret Cherne-Hendrick steers Fresh Energy's work to decarbonize our economy through the transition of end-uses currently served by fossil fuels to efficient, equitable, carbon-free electricity. She leads a team of staff shaping and driving solutions that use beneficial electrification, efficiency, and other carbon-reduction strategies to dramatically reduce emissions from the building and transportation sectors. She also leads Fresh Energy's work on carbon sequestration and low-carbon fuel standards as well as actively evaluating other opportunities to move Minnesota toward an equitable carbon-neutral economy by 2050.  In addition to Minnesota policy work at the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, State Legislature, and administrative channels, Margaret leads Fresh Energy's involvement in multiple key partnerships and is a primary architect of the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition.

Climate action from the heart of America. Lindsey Constance, President of Climate Action KC, and Mike Kelley, Mayor of Roeland Park, KS, joined the podcast to talk about Climate Action KC. They shared the origin story and how local leaders came together to take regional action on climate change. Lindsey and Mike also discussed how they worked across state lines to form the KC Regional Action Climate Plan and key components of the plan. Host: Lauren Palmer

Boulder Colorado is embarking on a hyper-local neighborhood-based approach to climate action. We interview Boulder Sustainability Coordinator Elizabeth Vasatka, and climate activist David Takahashi, about an exciting new program to get residents involved and create social capital in the process.ResourcesAccelerate Neighborhood  Climate Action (ANCA) websiteBoulder ANCA effortMore ANCA info from ICA, one of three founding partner organizationsSample ANCA forum documentANCA Denver Facebook pageThe Keeling Curve - websiteCharles David Keeling -wikipedia entry  

Sara Greenwood is a sustainability consultant with over 15 years of experience. Her expertise and insight into emerging green building practices and technologies provide a unique perspective for clients pursuing green building certifications or business initiatives. Her experience in sustainable program development and management helps to guide project teams through the green building planning, documentation, and certification process. Sara consults on a number of projects of various building types such as multi-family residential, commercial offices, retail, healthcare, higher education facilities and government buildings. She has strong experience working with the following rating systems: LEED, WELL, Green Globes, CHPS, and ENERGY STAR. Greenwood also consults on sustainable business initiatives and climate services to clients in the corporate, higher educational institutions, and municipal sectors. By engaging in a comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory of operations a roadmap can be developed to achieve emissions reduction goals. Her experience assisting cities with Climate Action Plans and energy efficiency and conservation strategies has put her at the forefront of implementing federal and California state legislation. She has helped manage several critical research programs under the California Energy Commission to inform future updates and related public interests.  Greenwood has served on the USGBC Central Plains board for three years and has Chaired since January 2016   Specialties: New Construction, Commercial Interiors, Core & Shell, Schools, + Existing Buildings certification nationwide. Project management. Sustainability Charrettes • LEED Certification • Rating System Analyst •Corporate Sustainability • Carbon Offset Programs • Project Management • Marketing • Green Materials • Construction Support • Contractor Training    Show Highlights   Advocated for sustainable schools to facilitate significant bond measures for districts to formally adopt resolutions to build sustainable schools. CHPS Framework  is more comprehensive than LEED for Schools.   Database of environmentally preferable products Criteria addressing new buildings, existing buildings, portable classrooms and specific rooms   Working at CTG provided a broad reaching breadth of experience working that propelled Sara's career. WELL or adapt elements of the WELL rating system is important to all projects because you can still pull from the WELL standard for the change in building markets. Explore ARC and other existing building performance metrics. Shift towards all electric and much more energy efficient buildings. You need to know about Kansas City, Missouri's commitment to have all public buildings be certified and the different building types all across the Kansas City area.     “I'm optimistic that within the building community there will be renewed energy towards the optimization of building performance. All systems. Zero net everything: zero net waste, zero net water, zero net carbon.”  -Sara Greenwood Sara Greenwood Transcript   Sara Greenwood's Show Resource and Information Daring Greatly  Becoming  The Glass Castle The Greenwood Consulting Group, LLC CHPS Criteria  LinkedIn Facebook   Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2021 GBES

December 12 2020 is the five year anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement. And on that day a number of governments, non state actors and other world leaders will convene virtually for a Climate Ambition Summit hosted by the United Nations, the United Kingdom, and France, in partnership with Chile and Italy.  Ahead of this summit, the podcast partnered with the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) for a live taping that explored ways countries can take on climate change while also improving human health and spurring economic development. We use Chile as a starting off point for a broader conversation about ways countries can design policies to take on climate change that have knock-on benefits for health and the economy.  Panelists:  Marcelo Mena Carrasco, Director, Center for Climate Action, Catholic University of Valparaiso, and the former Environment Minister of Chile  Dr. Laura Gallardo Klenner, a Professor at the Center for Climate and Resilience Research at the University of Chile Graham Watkins, Chief of the Climate Change Division, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)  Chris Malley, Senior Research Fellow, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) Links:  http://sei.org/  The Benefits and Costs Of Decarbonizing Costa Rica's Economy: Informing the Implementation of Costa Rica's National Decarbonization Plan under Uncertainty Jobs in a Net-Zero Emissions Future in Latin America and the Caribbean  

Ireland is going to miss the Climate Action Plans’ target of 70% renewable electricity by 2030 because we are not building enough onshore wind farms . To discuss we heard from  Dr David Connolly, CEO of the Irish Wind Energy Association and also on the show Independent MEP Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan  Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.     Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

IVE! TODAY @ 4:00 pm Pacific It's the LAST Boze Noze Show! (of 2019) The next three Wednesday's fall on Christsmas, New Years Day and my birthday, not necessarily in that order... A lot to talk about as it was a very full day and half of Board meetings this week. Climate Action Plans, budget cutting in public safety due lack of state funding, Conestoga huts at the Fairgrounds for the homeless, recruitment and retention of county employees, how we evaluate the County Administrator, work force health, 2019 Lane County Fair report, Permanent Supportive Housing update and updating our strategic plan were all items before the Board. You can add to this list of topics just by calling in! The Boze Noze Show is live at 4:00 pm Pacific on Wednesdays. You can listen to the show online ( just click the noze below) or on your phone by calling 646-721-9887. Just press "1" if you want to join in the conversation. If you can't make the live show and you have a question or comment for Jay Bozievich, send him an e-mail at talk@KRBNradio.net NOW also broadcasting thru Facebook Live on the KRBN Internet News Talk Radio page! You can find previous shows easily by searching for "ITunes KRBN Internet News Talk Radio"

www.TinyClimate.com  Tiny Climate Challenge Episode 5 is all about the simple act of turning off our engines and reducing our air pollution. Our Challenge Expert - Suzanne M. Hume and her fellow Youth Board Members, Hannah Smith, Li Phillips, and Gideon Phillips from CleanEarth4Kids join us to discuss how they’re helping school districts adopt Climate Action Plans and No Idling Resolutions.  Tiny Climate Challenge Expert: Suzanne M. Hume is the educational director and founder of CleanEarth4Kids.org, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children’s health, clean air, water and non-toxic lands through educational opportunities, collaboration, projects, contests and challenges. Suzanne loves teaching students, training teachers, parents and the community.  You can learn more about CleanEarth4Kids.org online, follow Clean Earth 4 Kids on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or email Suzanne at s@CleanEarth4Kids.org.  Guest Links CleanEarth4Kids.org Video 2.2 Billion Reasons Why To Stop Idling Video Idling Hurts Children's Health Video What You Can Do Clean Earth 4 Kids on Vimeo Contact Us Mayela ManasjanTinyClimate.com

Topic:Smart Growth and Livable Communities Series – leveraging a tool in the federal tax law Guest & Organization:https://infiniteearthradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Kemble-Pope.jpg ()Kemble K. Pope is an Urban Infill & Real Estate Entrepreneur in the Sacramento Region of Northern CA. He is a Founder and the Managing Member of POI Partners, LLC, a consulting firm that represents Opportunity Zone Fund investors by sourcing and vetting redevelopment projects, negotiating capital placement terms and overseeing the use of those funds until the project is completed and stabilized. His academic background was focused on environmental and technology policy, but he has worked in a broad range of sectors including politics, business & economic development, mobile technology and land use. From 2011 to 2014, he led the Davis Chamber of Commerce (“DCOC”) as the full-time CEO. Kemble’s most recently completed redevelopment work is “Meridian Place” in Central Davis. He assembled two underutilized lots and constructed a new 11-unit, 3-story, infill rental project. The project includes one permanently affordable unit, which allowed Pope to be the first developer in Davis to utilize the provisions of AB744 for increased density above the City of Davis standards. In Spring 2019, he will break ground on Trackside Center, a transit-oriented redevelopment in Downtown Davis. The 4-story building includes 9,000 SF commercial on the ground floor, with a large outdoor plaza, and 27 rental units above. While living in Davis, CA from 2003-2017, Pope served as a political appointee on several community-serving committees. He was Chairperson of the City of Davis Climate Action Team, which created one of the first municipal Climate Action Plans in response to AB 32 and SB 375. He was Chairperson of the City’s Open Space & Habitat Commission and served on the Davis Joint Unified School District’s Property Tax Oversight Committee and Surplus Property Committee. Kemble currently lives in Midtown Sacramento. Resources: https://www.lgc.org/ (Local Government Commission )

Erin’s career is focused on assessing how climate risks affect varied agencies and the publics they serve while building pathways to cut carbon and achieve resilient outcomes.  Currently, she serves as SFO's first Sustainability Director, where she brokers sustainability and net zero investments across campus projects and develops and implements the Airport's Strategic, Sustainability and Climate Action Plans, including annual reporting. Erin previously served the City of Cupertino as its first Sustainability Manager and, next, Assistant to the City Manager working to oversee a portfolio of energy, water, and materials programs earmarked in the City’s Climate Action Plan, including the launch of Silicon Valley Clean Energy and Silicon Valley’s Climate Adaptation & Resilience Plan, etc. Erin also supported environmental initiatives through work at the Conservation Law Foundation, Goddard Institute of Space Studies, and National Park Service. Erin is a LEED AP and holds a MPA in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia University. Erin Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: Sustainability issues in the airport and airline industries, including sustainable aviation fuel Leading sustainability while engaging multiple stakeholders including passengers and airport tenants SFO's low carbon and zero waste future Advice and recommendations for sustainability leaders Erin's Final Five Question Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? Don't be afraid to be a Jack of all trades. I think this field is certainly evolving and there's an opportunity for specialty and specialization, but the more you dabble in more fields and aspects of sustainability, the more empowered you'll be in a conversation, in a decision or in the execution of a bold, ambitious target for the organization that you're looking to serve. What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability? I'm thinking back to the Jack of all trades comment. Obviously, I dabble in so many different things. It's hard to narrow to one thing. I'm sure my energy came across relative to sustainable aviation fuel. I think that is a perfect example of an industry coming together to really transform a marketplace and to recognize the richness that comes from collaboration. So whether it's public-private partnerships or public-public partnerships, just the collaboration intensity that I think is elevating the game for sustainability and achieving really big results for this sector. Every single day, just the opportunity I have to engage with so many thoughtful, insightful and progressive leaders is incredible and I don't know a lot of industries that are as ambitious but also do so not in competition but in direct collaboration. So continuing that is something that I look forward to every single day, getting out of bed and biking my way to the airport. What is one book you would recommend sustainability professionals read? I'm obviously loving Paul Hawkins Project Drawdown right now, as you heard earlier, recognizing the challenges in central plant operations at our airport, not just in natural gas but also in refrigerant management. I heard him speak on that and I think it's just fascinating how it's so critical that we don't lose sight of the operations and maintenance schedules of things before we put forward big bold goals like zero net energy. We need to make sure that our infrastructure is sound and safe and well equipped, and that we've got a robust set of operators that know how to manage and maintain and really transform this infrastructure that they're working on. So, that to me really resonated as well as just the richness of the subject, the values and needs of empowering women, giving people access to good education and food resources and how that can actually transform into direct results in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. It was a great set of research, so definitely pick that up or schedule a call with me and we could have a book club. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in the work that you do? Just on the collaboration topic, SFO is very lucky to team up with Ceres recently, an NGO that works on really progressive environmental and climate action policy through their investor network. So we recently joined two of their programs, Connect the Drops for water conservation and BICEP - businesses investing in clean energy policy. They've been hosting a series of different advocacy days, here in Sacramento as well as at the capital. I think that really the champions of change come through collaboration and having a unified voice. I saw that happen firsthand and certainly that resonated with our electeds and I really look to those types of networks for influence, and opportunities to really push and continue to stretch. We've been very grateful to partner and team up with The Airport Council International, and also locally we have the California Airport Council that's been working to have more unification in the progressive policies and also best practices that are happening as a new standard in the airport space within our great state. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work that you're leading at SFO? SFO has a great website flysfo.com. We have a twitter handle and also a Facebook page, so definitely visit those things. We are always happy to receive comments and questions from folks that are traveling to and from our airport, or generally wanting to up the environmental or sustainability game of our airport. So our contact information is also saved there. Please reach out. Obviously our strategic plan is set and our city is driving and directing, but we want to be as responsive to the folks that we're looking to serve on a daily basis, which is our traveling public and of course the airport employees that help our airport to thrive and create a great environment. So check us out there and keep us posted on what should come next.

Jackie is the Chief Sustainability Officer for city of Fort Collins where she oversees the departments of environmental services, economic health, and social sustainability. Fort Collins has some of the most ambitious climate action goals in the world, including carbon neutrality by 2050. Formerly, Jackie worked as the Governor’s State Sustainability Coordinator for Hawaii, where she led the launch of the Aloha+ Challenge with the public-private partnership Hawaii Green Growth. Jackie joins Sustainable Nation to discuss: Leading sustainability programs in local government. Lessons learned from managing sustainability efforts on an island community. Developing and implementing Climate Action Plans. Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals. Jackie's Final Five Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? Besides kind of the being both data driven and value based, the other one I would give is being authentic, because so much of what we need to do to be successful is in forging strong partnerships because we are looking at transforming systems. And so I think bringing authentic servant leadership is going to be critical for us to be successful at that. I think that's what I would really recommend to folks. And also, to just recognize we can't know it all, right? And so we're looking at transforming systems to recognize the assets and strength of being a generalist who can help to connect dots and engage experts or sectors that will help you to accomplish things and not necessarily thinking that you need to be an expert in everything. So that's not possible. And also we miss a lot because we don't engage others expertise. Jackie, what are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability and regenerative development? I think what is exciting for me, Josh, I think about Paul Hawkins Blessed Unrest and he talked about if you brought the indigenous peoples movement and the environmental sustainability movement and the social justice movements together, just the power of that. And I think what I'm excited about is just that there's so much more conversation about equity and affordability in sustainability than there ever was before. And I think just about the new sector allies. I mean, I just was meeting someone from the health sector today, and not only how excited I am about those partnerships, but the lenses and the expertise and the community engagements that the social sector will bring to sustainability is really exciting to me. What is one book you would recommend sustainability professionals read? I know that's a super geeky, but I my did my master's thesis on implementing sustainability plans and policies. Because my question was, why did bad things happen to good plans? And how do we actually honor the planning process by making it happen. And so I've found so much great literature actually from the public administration field actually for local governments for sustainability that are really great. It's not a book, it's more of like a handbook, but I think for sustainability professionals it just is so helpful because it has case studies and also talks to you about what you need to have in place in terms of metrics and goals and partnerships to really execute on the goals you've set. think it’s something like Implementing Sustainability Plans.  But it's been a great tool for me. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in the work that you do? This could be websites, technologies, software programs, guide books, any type of resources or tools that help you out that you'd recommend. I worked at a state level for the governor of Hawaii and now I'm in a local level and I'm so excited to be part of the Urban Sustainability Directors Network. Being part of that network if you're working at a local level with cities is there's a treasure trove of resources that we share as peers. I can't say enough about that and the whole team here at Fort Collins also, we just joined the government alliance on racial equity. So again, for local governments that are looking at building capacity in terms of supporting equity and inclusion in their communities, the government alliance on racial equity is an incredible resource. So those, you know, in terms of public sector have been just so helpful to me. Finally, where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work that you're doing to Fort Collins? https://www.fcgov.com/ There's lots to explore there in terms of the sustainability work, the climate work that we're doing on that page and all the related pages.

In 1958 Charles Keeling began measuring the carbon dioxide in our atmosphere - the graph of his year-on-year measurements is called 'The Keeling Curve'. Fast forward 50 years, and we are all familiar with debates on global warming, but it is a complex, interrelated problem, with no clear end point.  Humankind seems unable to get to grips with it. Craig Barfoot talks to Dr Joshua Howe,of Reed University about his book, Behind the Curve: Science and the Politics of Global Warming. We can't afford to fail on curbing emissions, and yet failure is inevitable, we are already failing.  Joshua Howe argues that any contribution is valuable and points to local and regional Climate Action Plans [in the UK that might be the Transition Towns movement as well as local authority enviornmental plans] that address our moral responsibility, and enable us to take action.