Podcasts about climate change strategy

Coventry University has begun work to reduce its carbon emissions and meet its net zero carbon target by 2030 by installing hundreds of new solar panels. The ambitious programme will see panels installed across campus alongside new efficient windows and a connection to the Coventry district energy network. Solar panels installed to hit net zero carbon target This network is formed of a 6.6km underground heat system that transports waste heat from the city's municipal incinerator to supply energy to major public buildings and, in doing so, has only one-sixth of the carbon emissions of natural gas. The university was awarded £13 million in Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme funding in February 2024 to make a significant step towards achieving this goal. Selina Fletcher, Head of Sustainability and Environment at Coventry University, said: "After much planning we can now start to see the results - we will immediately be able to see a carbon reduction as the solar panels start to generate energy and reduce our emissions. This is fantastic news for the university and showcases the first of many actions to put sustainability at the heart of what we do, benefiting our students, staff and the wider community." The grant will help Coventry University to reduce emissions from heating by a quarter as the university switches off gas boilers in exchange for the connection to the lower carbon district energy scheme. The university enlisted the help of consultant Baily Garner to collaborate with specialist contractor Geo Green Power on the installation of the solar panels, which have been successfully mounted on the Sir Frank Whittle and Charles Ward buildings, with plans to cover the roofs of The Hub and the Alma building in the new year. Nearly 800 panels will be installed across university buildings. In total these will be approximately the same scale as around 90 typical home solar arrays. This is only the start of the decarbonisation work at Coventry University - in May 2025 pipework will be put in place that will allow 11 of the university's city centre buildings to join the existing district energy scheme. The project is due to be completed in April 2026 and will is expected to save 95 tonnes in carbon reduction per year on campus once everything is installed as well as providing a real-life case study for students to see climate change mitigation in action. Coventry University is part of the city-wide Climate Change Board, and the new Climate Change Strategy can be found here. The University's full decarbonisation strategy can be viewed here. See more breaking stories here.

Climate change is causing severe weather, dangerously elevated temperatures, and water shortages around the world. Meanwhile, firms are struggling to reduce their carbon emissions while adapting their operations to these new conditions. To address both challenges at once, Harvard Business School professors Forest Reinhardt and Michael Toffel have proposed an unconventional path forward: learning from the climate change strategies of the U.S. Navy. They argue that the Navy's scientific and sober view of the world's changing climate offers insight that can also apply to the private sector. In this episode, you'll learn how to balance mitigation activities in the shorter term with long-term investments that will help your organization adapt to future changes. You'll also learn how climate change could shift demand in your markets and reshape shipping routes and affect your supply chains.

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The Government has unveiled a five-point strategy to deal with climate change. It focuses on infrastructure and community preparedness, clean energy, tech and nature-based solutions.  Some climate advocacy groups are calling it a kick in the guts, meaningless and contradictory.  Minister Simon Watts told Andrew Dickens that the strategy is more vague because it's focusing on the big dots they want to focus on as a country, and the detailed plan will be coming in the next two weeks.  He said they'll be measuring their success via two targets, one being the end of next year, the other being the end of 2030.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has announced a new climate strategy. The strategy is based on five core pillars including: Infrastructure is resilient and communities are well prepared Credible markets support the climate transition Clean energy is abundant and affordable World-leading climate innovation boosts the economy And nature-based solutions address climate change. This strategy has been met with strong opposition from Environmental organisations such as Greenpeace, and opposition parties in Parliament.  Wire Host Caeden spoke to the University of Canterbury's Bronwyn Hayward about this climate strategy and how it compares to Labour's. They started by asking what the strategy is.

Hear from Simon Sharpe, Director of Economics at the UNFCCC Climate Champions, as we explore three key problems that are impeding the transition to net-zero and how to address them. We know that reaching net zero emissions quickly enough to avoid the worst impacts of climate change will be very challenging. But are we making it even more difficult than it needs to be? Today's guest thinks so, particularly when it comes to climate science, economics, and climate diplomacy. That's why in today's episode, we'll be looking at how we could make all three work more effectively.  We'll explore: ·       How climate science must change in order to generate meaningful action within our political institutions; ·       How economists became overly fixated on carbon pricing, while missing other policies that would be even more impactful in accelerating the transition to net zero; ·       And how the current model of climate diplomacy could be altered to allow for faster net zero negotiations. To find out more about the Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR®) Certificate, follow this link: https://www.garp.org/scr For more information on climate risk, visit GARP's Global Sustainability and Climate Risk Resource Center: https://www.garp.org/sustainability-climate If you have any questions, thoughts, or feedback regarding this podcast series, we would love to hear from you at: climateriskpodcast@garp.com   Speaker's Bio Simon Sharpe, Director of Economics, UNFCCC Climate Champions Simon took up his current role in early 2022, having previously held several senior positions in the UK government, including as Deputy Director of the COP26 Unit, and as Head of Climate Change Strategy for both the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. In 2013-15, he created an international climate change risk assessment project, working with experts from the UK, USA, China, India, and other countries. In addition to influencing the understanding and assessment of climate change risk in its partner countries, its findings were extensively cited by the Scientific Advisory Board of the UN Secretary General. It also inspired new thinking in the academic community, with a lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change using it to argue that ‘climate science needs to take risk assessment much more seriously'. More recently, he has worked with partners in the UK, China, India and Brazil to create the world's first government-backed project to apply complexity economics to climate change. His paper on economic tipping points, ‘Upward-scaling tipping cascades to meet climate goals: plausible grounds for hope', was the most downloaded paper in Climate Policy journal in 2021. Simon has published influential reports and created ground-breaking international projects in climate change risk assessment, economics, and diplomacy. His recent book, “Five Times Faster,”  draws from Simon's ten years' experience at the forefront of climate change policy and diplomacy.

Opinions expressed are those of the speakers based on market conditions as of the date of recording, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer's opinions.In the year since the previous COP in Egypt there has been little progress made in scaling adaptation.To discuss, Amy Barnes, Head of Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy at Marsh is joined by James Crask Head of Strategic Risk Consulting at Marsh UK and Rob Bailey, Partner at Oliver Wyman, specializing in climate and sustainability.Together they share insights into navigating the challenges and seizing possible opportunities presented by climate change. Also exploring how organizations can both build and embrace resilience by anticipating potential disruptions, quantifying risks, and developing response plans.For more information about Marsh McLennan's presence at COP28, contact the team at mercerinvestmentsolutions@mercer.com or visit  https://www.marshmclennan.com/pages/COP28.htmlMercer is proud of its ESG commitments, which are reported by Marsh McLennan, as well as its responsible investment policy and TCFD report. For further information, please visit www.mercer.com/investing-sustainably or www.marshmclennan.com/about/esg.html This does not constitute an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities, commodities and/or any other financial instruments or products or constitute a solicitation on behalf of any of the investment managers, their affiliates. For the avoidance of doubt, this is not formal investment advice to allow any party to transact. Additional advice will be required in advance of entering into any contract.Read our full important notices - click here © 2023 Mercer (US) LLC. All rights reserved.

How does sustainability play a role in the world of economics? Co-hosts Mike Pisit Chintawongvanich and Victoria Choo Zhen Yi speak with Noel Lam, a Senior Associate in Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy at Temasek about the fast-evolving world of sustainable finance. Noel shares the difference between  ESG investing and sustainable investing, the importance of sustainable finance to drive the low-carbon transition, and offers valuable advice about getting into the industry.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainapod/message

 What is the IMF?The International Monetary Fund (IMF) provides aid to developing countries to promote global economic and monetary growth.  IMF investments and loans can significantly impact the ability of developing countries to improve climate resilience. Most directly, reforms to the IMF can allow developing countries to invest more in climate resilience and disincentivize fossil fuel production. How does the IMF affect the climate crisis?According to critics, the IMF's Climate Change Strategy inadvertently worsens the climate crisis and amplifies financial risk. Specifically:1.     Prohibitively high IMF borrowing rates for developing countries block vital investments in climate change mitigation, adaptation, and recovery and trap Global South nations in a cycle of escalating climate risks and mounting debts.2.     IMF loan conditions and policy advice that make fossil fuel production more profitable enable the expansion of oil, gas, and coal, prolonging dangerous global heating. What can be done to reform the IMF?In a report issued this month, the UC Berkeley Center for Law, Energy & Environment (CLEE) suggested the following reforms:Form a Climate Advisory Group consisting of diverse external experts to recommend updates to the IMF's Climate Change Strategy and adopt legal requirements for timely IMF action.Reform longstanding IMF practices that exacerbate risk by (1) improving climate-related risk assessment, (2) expanding climate finance and alleviating debt distress in developing countries, and (3) curtailing fossil fuel profitability.The CLEE report also envisions a significant role for the US, as the largest shareholder in the IMF with significant influence, including  championing ambitious IMF reform on the global stage, leading by example, addressing climate change domestically and allocating new resources to support climate resilience in developing countries, highlighting the financial threat posed by the IMF status quo and actively participating in international dialogue, research, and analysis related to climate-related financial risk.The IMF controls almost $1 trillion in assets and could be a linchpin for climate action in support of worldwide economic stability.  About our GuestKelly Varian is a policy analyst working at UC Berkeley Law. She has a Master of Public Affairs degree from UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy and a decade of experience in the social sector. In her current role as a Climate Policy Analyst at UC Berkeley's Center for Law, Energy, and the Environment, she leads research to design equitable policies to mitigate climate-related financial risk.ResourcesCLEE, Monetary Fund Reform for Climate Resilience (2023)Bridgetown Initiative For a transcript of this episode, please visit https://climatebreak.org/international-monetary-fund-reform-with-kelly-varian/

Communities along the Firth of Thames have come up with 100 recommendations for a 100-year strategy to deal with the impact of climate change. It's just the second time such a community-lead plan has been agreed, following guidelines from the Ministry for the Environment. Now locals need their councils to step up with action - and money. Libby Kirkby-McLeod has the story.

Guest host Scott Shantz talks to George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

Climate change, a topic of daily conversation, has sparked a global industry worth billions and, soon, trillions of dollars. Discover investment opportunities in this field through the expertise of Lucas White, Lead Portfolio Manager of GMO's successful Climate Change Strategy. With the impressive performance of GMO's Climate Change Fund, which beats its benchmark and boasts 12% annualized returns, investors gain exposure to companies combatting climate change and adapting to its effects. White shares insights on the fund's unique approach and discusses his journey in launching it. WEALTHTRACK episode 2003 originally broadcast on July 14, 2023 More info: https://wealthtrack.com/the-unique-approach-of-lucas-whites-high-performing-gmo-climate-change-fund/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wealthtrack/support

Welcome back to After the Bell brought to you by Connex Academy. Here at Connex Academy we are committed to using our business to create positive social change in the communities in which we operate.In April 2022 the Department for Education published its Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy. Part of the climate change focus also looks at the environment and how we educate our families and children to care for and protect their surrounding environment for future generations. Last week's podcast looked at the environmental education initiative, Our Classroom Climate.There is no Planet B, As part of our commitment to the strategy, we have also partnered with Bee1 which is an organisation established to increase awareness and educate everyone about the importance of bees and other pollinators to our natural ecosystem. I am joined again today by Mark Douglas, founder of Our Classroom Climate and also Bee1. Mark joins us today to share about Bee1 and their story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to After the Bell brought to you by Connex Academy. We are committed to using our business to create positive social change in the communities in which we operate. In April 2022 the Department for Education published its Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy. Part of the climate change focus also looks at the environment and how we educate our families and children to care for and protect their surrounding environment for future generations. In our series of podcasts, we meet with organisations that are investing in our children by educating them about climate change and how they can make a difference. I am joined today by Giles Doland, Chair of Green Roof Organisation and Jenny Bailey, Co-Founder and Author at Tales from Mother Earth. We all need to be raising awareness among the young, around the threats our wildlife is facing. We love how Tales from Mother Earth is reconnecting and empowering children with the natural world in a positive way. It's also wonderful to hear how GRO members are positively promoting the need for living green roofs that support nature and generate solar energy. Connex Academy is proud to be partnering with Tales from Mother Earth and supporting World Green Roof Day on 6th June, you can find out more by visiting or Connex-academy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to After the Bell brought to you by Connex Academy. Here at Connex Academy we are committed to using our business to create positive social change in the communities in which we operate. Levelling Up is at the heart of everything we do. We are driven by the principle that people have basic fundamental rights, irrespective of postcode. The Six key areas of our social value policy are:Quality of educationSocial MobilityHealth & WellbeingEnvironmentEqual Opportunities and InclusionAccountabilityIn April 2022 the Department for Education published its Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy. They identified that it was critically important that teachers have the appropriate knowledge, skills and resources in climate education to educate our children. And equally important that our children are educated from an early age. As part of our commitment to the strategy, we have partnered with Our Classroom Climate and Georgie is joined today by Mark Douglas, the founder of Our Classroom Climate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Insights with NetSupport, Kat Cauchi, Community Engagement lead at NetSupport, and Emma Darcy, Director of Technology for Learning and Bett Advisory Board member, discuss the importance of aligning digital strategy with sustainability and climate change strategy in schools. They also discuss how the Chiltern Learning Trust intends to reduce their carbon footprint further and expand their climate change education initiatives.  You can find Emma on Twitter at @darcyprior.  For more Insights and many more useful videos, please subscribe to the NetSupport channel. Watch the video from Bett here. 

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded February 18th. BC's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy has granted permits for the Ministry of Forests to begin a Spring spraying campaign across swathes of Vancouver Island. The plan is to use Foray 48B, (better known as Btk) in an attempt to eradicate the "Spongy Moth"; and though the ministries say Btk is "harmless", there is contention to those claims. Dr. Jennifer Tynan is a physician and radiology specialist. Jennifer's also a mom whose child's school is in one of the proposed spray zones, and serves as spokesperson for Communities United for Clean Air, a grassroots initiative to stop the spray. Today, Jennifer Tynan, fighting to keep Vancouver Island's air clear of Btk. Contact: communitiesunitedforcleanair@gmail.com Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Last week, California's air quality regulation agency laid out steps for the state to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 that lean on clean energy, driving, carbon capture, and forestry. However, state officials have acknowledged that some of those goals are potentially unreachable, and environmental groups have argued that the plan isn't doing enough. POLITICO's Camille von Kaenel breaks down the takeaways from California's new climate plan and what greens are asking for. Plus, EPA has floated a significant increase to the contested social cost of carbon.    Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Camille von Kaenel is a Calfironia environmental reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITICO's audio department.

Aaron asks Ellis about his personal background, his thoughts on the role of Chief & Council, poverty in Indigenous communities, and his past interview on CTV Power Play. Ellis Ross was elected MLA for Skeena in 2017 and again in 2020. He currently serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Energy and LNG. Ross has previously served as the Official Opposition Critic for Environment and Climate Change Strategy, and Minister of Natural Gas Development and Minister Responsible for Housing. He has worked in both the private and public sectors, with business experience in hand logging, beach-combing, and construction. Ross worked full-time as a taxi boat operator until the Haisla Nation Council requested that he become their first full-time councillor. Ellis served in this position for eight years, from 2003 to 2011. In 2011, Ellis was elected Chief Councillor of the Haisla Nation and was re-elected by acclamation in 2013. Ross has been recognized as a business leader by both BC Business magazine and Canadian Business magazine. In 2012, Ross was appointed the inaugural chair of the Aboriginal Business and Investment Council. In 2014, he was the only First Nations leader among 25 Canadians invited by then-Finance Minister Jim Flaherty to attend a public policy and budget retreat. In recognition of his community service, Ross was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal in 2013 and the Order of B.C. in 2014. Ross actively enjoys golf, soccer, and basketball. He has a passion for seeing people succeed in athletics, school, and life, which drove his coaching style. One of the highlights of his career is coaching the Mount Elizabeth Secondary School senior girl's basketball team to a zone championship. He is a proud father of two daughters and a proud grandfather. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://aaronpete.substack.com/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jl39CsCYhImbLevAF6aTe?si=dc4479f225ff440b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/bigger-than-me-podcast/id1517645921 Listen on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMDc3MjYyLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiA8JKF2tT0AhUPmp4KHR2rAPkQ9sEGegQIARAC

People in British Columbia will be better protected from the impacts of wildfires, flooding and extreme heat through the actions included in the new Climate Preparedness and Adaptation Strategy.The strategy includes actions across ministries supported by $513 million of investment to ensure British Columbia is prepared for climate impacts in the near term, while setting the foundation for future action.“Last year's extreme weather left no doubt that British Columbia is directly experiencing impacts of the climate crisis,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. “We're making record investments to recover from last year's extreme floods and fires and adapt to future climate changes, as well as working to cut climate pollution through our CleanBC plan. We're committed for the long-term. This new strategy takes targeted action now to support food security and resilient local agriculture, create better floodplain risk mapping to improve how we plan our communities, support more cultural and prescribed burning in partnership with Indigenous Peoples, and build more resilient highways and infrastructure so they can withstand future climate impacts.”The strategy outlines a range of government actions to help people and communities prepare including:an expanded role for the BC Wildfire Service to provide enhanced wildfire prevention and preparedness;the development of a comprehensive provincial flood strategy and flood resilience plan to ensure communities are better protected from extreme flooding;an extreme heat preparedness plan to help people and communities stay safe during heat waves and extreme heat emergencies; andinvestments in nature-based solutions that will reduce the impacts of flooding and droughts by restoring healthy watersheds.“Restoring the health of Kus-kus-sum watershed on K'omoks territory is critically important to live in balance with nature and prepare for the impacts of climate change, like extreme flooding and drought,” said Hegus Nicole Rempel, K'omoks First Nation. “K'omoks First Nation is working with local partners to turn a former sawmill site into critical habitat for salmon, herring, migratory birds and other species. By removing cement, regrading natural slope and adding native plants to the area, we're healing vital ecosystems and building greater resiliency to climate change.”The strategy also includes investments for First Nations and local governments to increase wildfire protection through community-led FireSmart activities. Last summer, the town of Logan Lake successfully fought back the threat of wildfire at its municipal borders, thanks to the work of local firefighters and years of implementing FireSmart practices.“Climate change has already had significant impacts on communities like Logan Lake through increased wildfires. As our efforts have shown, investing in FireSmart and preparing for wildfires ahead of time is extremely valuable and effective at reducing impacts to communities,” said Robin Smith, mayor, Logan Lake. “The new provincial adaptation strategy includes increased supports through FireSmart to help more local governments reduce the risks of wildfires and protect the places we call home.”The Province developed the strategy based on a wide range of input, including significant feedback through two working groups and multiple engagements with Indigenous Peoples and organizations. Additional input came from the general public, local governments, academics, businesses, non-profits, youth and others.The Climate Preparedness and Adaptation Strategy is part of the CleanBC Roadmap to 2030. The roadmap is the Province's plan to expand and accelerate climate action by building on B.C.'s natural advantages – abundant and clean electricity, innovative technology and a highly skilled workforce. It sets a path for increased collaboration to build a British Columbia that works for everyone.

CP Rail strike could be ‘detrimental' to Canada's economy according to experts Michael Levy, CKNW Business Analyst describes how bad the CP Rail strike could be for Canada's economy. Plus, your calls! How have you adjusted to rising costs of groceries?  Frustrations still reported as BC's new camping reservation website goes live George Heyman, BC NDP MLA for Vancouver-Fairview, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy discusses the launch of the new BC camping reservation website.  Vancouver and Victoria rents jump 20% in 6 months as thousands move to BC David Hutniak, CEO of LandlordBC discusses the rising rent prices throughout Vancouver and Victoria  Vancouver Tenants Union responds to Metro Vancouver housing crunch Megan Milton, Volunteer Media Contact for the Vancouver Tenants Union discusses how to solve Metro Vancouver's housing crisis.  COVID-19: BA.2 outbreak surges in South Korea and Hong Kong – What can BC learn from this? Keith Baldrey, Global BC's Legislative Bureau Chief discusses rising world covid cases 

George Heyman, BC NDP MLA for Vancouver-Fairview, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy discusses the launch of the new BC camping reservation website. 

Selina Robinson, Minister of Finance; George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy; and Nathan Cullen, Minister of Municipal Affairs, on increasing investments to help B.C. secure a low-carbon future.

Budget 2022 provides more than $2.1 billion to help people recover from the devastating floods and wildfires of last year and to better protect communities against future climate disasters.In response to the challenges that recent fires, flood and extreme heat have caused in British Columbia, the Province is working to build back better and make sure people and communities throughout B.C. are protected from future disasters.Listen to Selina Robinson, Minister of Finance; Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General; Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development; and George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, as they discuss budget 2022 and investments to fight climate change.

Ch.1: There is a differing opinion when it comes to ‘hot-desking' and cost savings for businesses who will have a hybrid work schedule. Guest: Matthias Spitzmuller, Professor of organizational behaviour at Queen's University's Smith School of Business Ch.2: There have been some changes in the BCCDC guidelines for isolating after COVID-19 exposure. Guest: Doctor Brian Conway, Medical Director & Infectious Diseases specialist at the Vancouver Infectious Disease Centre Ch.3: U.S. President Joe Biden acknowledged Americans' frustration as his first year in office came to an end on Wednesday. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global Washington Correspondent Ch.4: The Inflation rate has hit a three-decade high as Bank of Canada interest rate hike looms. Guest:  Dr. Tu Nguyen, Economist & ESG Director, RSM Canada Ch.5: The rollout of 5G in America is causing interference with planes. Guest: Keith Mackey, Aviation Expert. Ch.6: Security video shows ‘disturbing attack' on Vancouver street on New Year's Eve Guest: Trixie Ling, Founder & Executive Director of Flavours of Hope Ch.7: Mineral tenures surrendered in ecologically sensitive Skagit River Donut Hole Guest: George Heyman, BC Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. Ch.8: Could controlling land prices help solve the current housing crisis in BC? Guest: Patrick Condon, UBC professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture.

How society can adapt to climate change is an urgent challenge for the global community. Yet what exactly is that challenge? How can we imagine new ways to respond? Climate change adaptation has long been defined as society's response to an external, changing environment. Dr Andrea Nightingale at the University of Oslo, however, argues that the global community should be debating key political questions such as, ‘who ought to govern change', and ‘what knowledges do we need to understand uncertainty and change?'Read the original paper: http://doi.org/10.1002/wcc.740Read more in Research Features

On the latest edition of New York NOW: - New York is moving ahead with its long-term strategy for responding to climate change, including ways to reduce emissions, promote renewable energy, and more. - New York Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and New York Energy Research & Development Authority President Doreen Harris join us to go through it, and give us an update. - Julie Tighe from the New York League of Conservation Voters explains how the federal Build Back Better bill could help New York's investments in a new climate-friendly future, and what else could be done at the state level. - Next year's race for governor continues to evolve, with Rep. Tom Suozzi throwing his hat in the ring this week for the Democratic nomination. - A fresh batch of transcripts from the Attorney General's investigation into claims of sexual harassment against Gov. Cuomo were released this week. - Bill Mahoney from POLITICO NY and our own Darrell Camp are in studio to discuss that and more. Learn More: nynow.org

Last month the Reserve Bank of New Zealand released its 2021 Climate Change Report, the first significant report it has released on the topic since launching its Climate Change Strategy in 2018. In this episode, Bernard takes a deep dive into what climate change means for monetary policy, and the one thing that dominates not just New Zealand's economy but our society in general – house prices. With Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr and Victoria University economist Belinda Storey.When the Facts Change is brought to you by The Spinoff Podcast Network together with Kiwibank. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Premier John Horgan, George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, and leaders in the area of climate action as they announce the CleanBC Roadmap to 2030.

Join Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, for the official launch of BC's free transit program for children 12 and under.

In the latest episode of the IEA podcast, Kieran Neild-Ali, IEA Communications and Marketing Assistant, discussed the UK's climate change strategy with IEA Chief Operating Officer Andy Mayer. Andy analysed  the recent IPCC report, Labour's new 'Green New Deal' and the upcoming COP26 conference, highlighting the shortcomings of state intervention in tackling climate change. The pair discussed the free-market environmentalist alternative to heavy state interference and explored whether greener nations like the UK should make large polluters like China pull their weight in the battle to lower CO2 emissions.    Publications cited in the podcast:  IPCC report Climate change targets are rising at a dangerous rate Debate: The pros and cons of carbon taxes   Support the IEA on Patreon, where we give you the opportunity to directly help us continue producing stimulating and educational online content, whilst subscribing to exclusive IEA perks, benefits and priority access to our content https://patreon.com/iealondon   FOLLOW US: TWITTER - https://twitter.com/iealondon​​ INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/ieauk/​​ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/ieauk​​ WEBSITE - https://iea.org.uk/      

The Defense Department said it was going to start considering climate change a major part of its national security planning. That was back in January. Now, the department is almost finished with its strategy. Federal News Network's Scott Maucione joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

In May 2021, together with DBS Bank, the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and Temasek, we announced our intention to take climate action through a joint venture called Climate Impact X (CIX). CIX aims to be a global exchange and marketplace for high-quality carbon credits and will leverage satellite monitoring, machine learning and blockchain technology to enhance the transparency, integrity and quality of carbon credits that deliver tangible and lasting environmental impact. In this podcast, we gathered Daniel Hanna, Global Head of Sustainable Finance at Standard Chartered, Mikkel Larsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at DBS and interim CEO of CIX, Herry Cho, Head of Sustainability & Sustainable Finance at SGX and Neo Gim Huay, Managing Director, Climate Change Strategy at Temasek to discuss the fundamentals of carbon offsets, how CIX will work, the challenges, and the opportunities for companies to participate. They also share about their motivations for the partnership as well as what success would look like for this global exchange. This podcast is part of the Industries in Transition series.

Ellen Sandell (pictured) is the Greens spokesperson for Climate Change and Energy and this week led a conversation with fellow Greens State politicians, the leader of the party in Victoria, Samantha Ratnam; the Member for Brunswick, Tim Read; and the Member for Prahran, Sam Hibbins. The team of four talked about the Victorian State Government's latest Climate Change Strategy and during that discussion mention was made of the latest report from the Climate Council, "Aim High, Go Fast". Listen to the latest from "Music for a Warming World".

George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy has issued the following statement to celebrate Earth Day 2021: “Today, we join with people throughout British Columbia and around

George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, Kelly Greene, Parliamentary Secretary for Environment, and Annita Mcphee, executive director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - British Columbia, make an announcement about BC Parks funding.

Chapter 1: We know how hot the housing market has been since late last year, but who is actually buying the homes?  Great new data out of real estate giant Royal LePage this morning shows how much young people are driving the trend, and how many are getting into the market during the pandemic.  Guest: Adil Dinani of Royal LePage West Real Estate Services. Chapter 2: The ombudsperson appointed to ensure Canadian companies aren’t engaging in human rights abuses won’t have the teeth promised by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau back in 2015.  We learned earlier in the week that newly appointed ombudsperson Sheri Meyerhoffer won’t have the investigative powers advocates say the role requires.  Guest: Karyn Keenan, Director of Above Ground. Chapter 3: New Survey results presented by the National Police Federation at the Surrey Board of Trade yesterday showed most respondents don’t want a municipal police force.  The federation also presented information about how much the transition might cost, and potential staffing issues they might face as well.  Guest: Brian Sauve, National Police Federation. Chapter 4: Listen up if you’re hoping to get out camping this season, the reservation system is set to open up in a couple of weeks and we’re going to give you all the details you need to get in early.  Guest: George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. Chapter 5: For all the money flowing out of the federal and provincial governments, small businesses are still in trouble.  New data released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business this morning shows the amount of debt small businesses are taking on has ballooned as a result of the pandemic.  Guest: Laura Jones, CFIB executive VP. Chapter 6: A lot of vaccine distribution and planning is about pure logistics, but there’s also a broader imperative that informs the strategy health officials use.  New research out of Simon Fraser University is raising the question of whether the rollout plan should prioritize frontline workers, instead of just the older population.  Guest:  Nicola Mulberry, Lead Researcher, PhD candidate, mathematics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A proposal to build a new direction in multi-storey apartment living in Orange is making progress. Planning & Development Director Mark Hodges explains how a planning tool called a DCP works and how it will enable apartments alongside the new DPI headquarters. Plus,  Council CEO David Waddell outlines plans for the year ahead including more on the Future City CBD upgrade, a Climate Change Strategy and council elections.

Joyce Murray, federal Minister of Digital Government and MP for Vancouver Quadra, Rob Fleming, BC's Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and George Heyman, BC's Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy and Responsible for TransLink, make an announcement about public transportation in BC.

US president elect Joe Biden has signalled a shift in speed at the global level of the green economic transition. At a local level Cabinet has approved a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, but it still plans to burn coal on this date.The government called the low emission development strategy (LEDS) “the beginning of our journey towards ultimately reaching a net zero economy by 2050”. The strategy is a response to the Paris Agreement’s call for countries to set out long-term climate strategies. It draws together existing policies, planning and research across economic sectors. Among these is the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which is how South Africa plans its electricity supply. The 2019 version of the IRP outlines a transition from polluting coal generation to renewable sources like solar and wind. But 5,000 MW of coal power capacity is forecast to still be operating in 2050.To talk about how this is translating at local government level Michel Avery speaks to Kadri Nassiep, executive director of energy at the City of Cape Town.

On June 29, British Columbia (B.C.) became the first province to announce extended producer responsibility (EPR) requirements for single-use items and packaging-like products. B.C.’s incoming regulation will take effect in 2023. We hear from Bob McDonald with the British Columbia Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy on next steps.

US Election: There is still no winner in the US election, with Biden sitting at 264-214. What states are left, which way could they go, and why is it taking so long? Guest: Capri S. Cafaro, executive in residence at American University School, former politicna and commentator. - Ontario Budget:  The Ontario Budget will be dropping later on today. What do we know ahead of time? Sabrina Nanji joins us to discuss. Guest: Sabrina Nanji, Queen's Park Today. - What things for taxpayers should be in the budgets? Jasmine Moulton of the Canadian taxpayers federation talks Budget with Bill Kelly. Guest: Jasmine Moulton, Ontario Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Ontario Director - It's been about a year since Hamilton declared a climate emergency, but is it lagging in it's strategy? Guest: Ian Borsuk, local resident and activist, Environment Hamilton.

The following is a presentation from the Recycling Council of Alberta’s 2020 Webinar Series – Building Resiliency of Material Systems. In this segment, Shannon Miedema, the energy and environment program manager with the City of Halifax talks about advancing environmental policy in a pandemic. HalifACT 2050: Acting on Climate Together is a commitment to reducing emissions, switching to clean and reliable energy sources and demonstrating local government leadership.

Some major oil companies have recently unveiled plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reinvent themselves in the face of climate change. Exxon has not announced any plan to deal with climate change but this week Bloomberg News reported on a leaked copy of Exxon’s 2018 investment plan and it calls for 17% more greenhouse gas emissions by 2025. We’ll take a look at Exxon’s dramatic plummet over the last few years and their big gamble on business as usual, come hell or high water (literally). AlsoU.S. wildfires: Climate change and forest managementClimate change sneaks into the debateBiden distances himself from the Green New DealIf you would like to support the show please click here.Music by:Audio SnackTheme music is by JuicesSound design by Keaton Butler – keatonbutlerrecording at gmail.comPlease share the show with a friend.Support the show (http://patreon.com/howtostopclimatechange)

Climate Action Leadership. Disaster and Emergency Management. Climate Resilience. How can we work toward a future that's not doom & gloom, but one that can inspire hope and action? Check out: Training Leaders for the Climate Emergency - Interview with Dr. Robin Cox. And be sure to check out the Study Guide for the program! Click on the top left where it says "Pdf" above the date!  https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/training-leaders-for-the-climate-emergency-interview-with-robin-cox BIO - Dr. Robin Cox, Royal Roads University Summary Dr. Robin Cox is the program head for the graduate programs in Climate Action Leadership (Graduate Diploma; Master of Arts - awaiting final approval by BC government) and a professor in the Disaster and Emergency Management graduate programs of the School of Humanitarian Studies. Cox is also the director of the Resilience by Design (RbD) Research Innovation lab, a transdisciplinary research and educational outreach center that focus on building multigenerational climate action leadership and competencies. The goal of this center is to inform, inspire, and support the well-being of people and the planet in a changing climate, through research, education, and policy advising. Experience Cox is an active researcher with multiple nationally funded research projects. She leads the Adaptation Learning Network (ALN), a three-year, $2-million project funded by Natural Resources Canada and the BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. This project is building climate adaptation capacity with organizations, professionals, businesses, and communities through professional development training and networking. Cox is an experienced disaster psychosocial responder and researcher with expertise in individual- and community-level resilience and trauma. Credentials Cox holds a PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia (2007) and held a postdoctoral fellowship at the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, Simon Fraser University (2007). She received the Kelly Outstanding Teaching Award from Royal Roads University in 2016.

We chat with George Heyman on the closure of Provincial Parks in BC. George Heyman is  BC Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

The British Columbia government has stopped all logging in a Canadian part of the Skagit Valley, which is part of a major salmon producing stream for Puget Sound. The area is known as the “Donut Hole,” or Silverdaisy, and was an unprotected area of land between Manning and Skagit Valley Provincial parks, which are on the Canadian-U.S. border. In making the announcement, the B.C. government suspended all licenses to harvest timber in the 14,332-acre area. Doug Donaldson, British Columbia’s forests minister, says the government will transfer logging rights to another area of the province. "While we are committed to conserving the environment for future generations, we also need to protect forestry jobs as well,” Donaldson said. “To do this, we've been working with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy to secure access to new harvest areas.” A stream near the area feeds into the Skagit River, which is a major source of salmon for Puget Sound. The area also is home to endangered wildlife, such as grizzly bears and spotted owls. The announcement does not cover mining interests in the area. Possible sale or transfer of those rights are being negotiated with relevant mining companies. Skagit Valley Provincial Park itself was created when Seattle City Light canceled construction of the High Ross Dam in 1984. In return, British Columbia agreed to sell power to Seattle, to compensate for what the hydroelectric dam would have generated. In a statement, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan applauded the announcement, saying she will continue to advocate for total protection of the area from any future mining exploration. One of the companies that own mining rights in the area is Imperial Metals. In 2014, a dam holding back mine tailings ruptured near Mount Polley, sending more than 6 billion gallons of mining waste materials into Quesnel Lake.

Climate change is arguably the biggest problem facing mankind in the 21st century, and any serious effort to slow it will require further massive investments in clean energy. At investment firm GMO, portfolio manager Lucas White leads a strategy that invests in companies which stand to benefit from the transition to green energy. It not only makes sound environmental sense, White says, but it also makes economic sense. Mentioned in this podcast: Thinking Outside the Box: How and Why to Invest in a Climate Change Strategy

The President and CEO of Trans Mountain is anticipating work beginning soon on expanding the pipeline after yesterday's federal government approval of the project. Ian Anderson says they will work with the National Energy Board to get permits and licenses to resume work and he anticipates that process will happen quickly. In the House of Commons this past hour, the Prime Minister defended the decision to approve the pipeline and the Liberals' record on the environment. Guest: George Heyman BC Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

How must banks and governments adapt their understanding of renewables and related technologies to better support the energy transition? Xiaodong Wang, Senior Energy Specialist at The World Bank, considers the many roles they play, not just as a lender, but also as a source of knowledge and a policy adviser. In this insightful episode, Xiaodong highlights policy-making as the main driver in creating market demand to bring in investment. Focusing on Southeast Asia, she tells us that she believes we must overcome the myth that renewables are more expensive and acknowledges that investors struggle to find bankable projects in the region. Banks, she says, will come to understand that clean energy is good for their bottom line, and that after initial resistance, utilities too will get on board. Finally, Xiaodong addresses the urgency issue highlighted in DNV's 2018 Energy Transition Outlook and The World Bank's Climate Change Strategy. *This episode was recorded live at the Singapore International Energy Week 2018.

In this segment, SubjectACT looks at the ACT Government's recently released climate change strategy and their attempts to get the public's views on it. Is it a genuine attempt?

Under the Belt and Road Initiative, the Chinese government will provide hundreds of billions of dollars for thousands of projects across Asia, Europe and Africa.  This will include funding for power plants, transmission lines and other energy infrastructure.  The Chinese government has emphasized “green development” as an important feature of the Belt and Road Initiative, highlighting its commitment to environmental protection, low-carbon development and the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.  CGEP hosted a discussion of the Belt and Road Initiative and its impacts on sustainable development. David Sandalow – Inaugural Fellow and Director, US-China Program for the Center on Global Energy Policy and Xu Qinhua from Renmin University moderated the discussion with the following group of experts: Fu Chengyu — former Chair, China National Offshore Oil Company and former Chair, Sinopec Li Junfeng — former Director-General, National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation, NDRC Han Wenke — former Director, Energy Research Institute, NDRC Zhao Xijun, Renmin University Qinhua Xu — Director, Center for International Energy and Environment Strategy Studies, Renmin University  Michael Eckhart — Managing Director and Global Head of Environmental Finance of Citigroup & Adjunct Professor of Columbia University's School for International and Policy Affairs  Deborah Lehr — Vice Chairman, Paulson Institute Nobuo Tanaka — President of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation and CGEP Fellow

In episode 30 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons talks with Suzanne Perdeaux, Climate Change Researcher at the Ontario Centre for Climate Impacts and Adaptation Resources (OCCIAR).  Doug also talks with Dan Ackerstein about how federal agencies might pivot from emphasizing mitigation of carbon emissions to focus solely on adaptation. Subscribe to America Adapts on Itunes Listen here. Now on Spotify! On Google Play here. Please share on Facebook! In the main interview, Doug and Suzanne cover the following topics: What is OCCIAR and its role in adaptation planning across the region and country. What are the unique climate change impacts in Canada. We learn about the different sectors impacted by climate change and how OCCIAR is assisting these sectors in adaptation planning. Suzanne is a multi-year, award winning young professional and we learn how climate change has influenced her career choices. Suzanne discusses how one becomes an adaptation professional, from her undergrad and graduate school experiences. We discuss the first of its kind Climate Change Master’s program at University of Waterloo. We discuss how millennials are inspired to act on climate change and what are some career and school opportunities.  Suzanne discusses how she wants to make adaptation relatable to a younger generation and her role in mentoring those interested in joining this field.  We finish by discussing the role social media plays in younger professionals communicating science and staying connected with peers. It is a great conversation and inspiring to hear Canada playing such a leadership role in the emerging field of adaptation! EPA becomes the “Environmental Adaptation Agency”? In the final segment of the podcast Doug talks with Dan Ackerstein about a recent article that highlights how federal agencies are scrubbing climate change from their web sites. The article also describes how some agencies might pivot from addressing climate change through mitigation of carbon emissions, to focusing solely on adapting to impacts.   We discuss how this approach could split climate change activists into two camps:  mitigation and adaptation. Doug states, “Unless we deal with mitigation, none of us will be able to control how we adapt to climate change.”   Additional Resources: Suzanne Perdeaux is a Climate Change Researcher at the Ontario Centre for Climate Impacts and Adaptation Resources (OCCIAR) in Sudbury, Ontario, where she provides communication and research support on climate impacts and adaptation. Ontario’s Climate Change Strategy: https://dr6j45jk9xcmk.cloudfront.net/documents/4928/climate-change-strategy-en.pdf Climate Change Adaptation Community of Practice:  https://ccadaptation.ca OCCIAR: www.climateontario.ca Masters of Climate Change program: https://uwaterloo.ca/geography-environmental-management/graduate/master-climate-change Mashable article on adaptation at Federal Agencies. http://mashable.com/2017/02/03/trump-epa-climate-website-changes/#EZ24P6TuZkqw   More information on Dan Ackerstein Http://www.ackersteinsustainability.com   America Adapts also has its own app for your listening pleasure!  Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Finally, yes, most of your favorite podcasts are supported by listeners just like you! Please consider supporting this podcast by subscribing via PayPal! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Itunes.   America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! On Twitter: @usaadapts Subscribe to America Adapts on Itunes Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com .

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Minister Glen Murray, Ontario's Minister for Environment and Climate Change With Ontario's Low Carbon Future‎ Ontario will be releasing a Climate Change Strategy before its leaders travel to the United Nations' Climate Change Conference,COP21, in Paris. This long term strategy will guide the government's approach to climate change and outline a path for the province as it transitions to a low carbon economy. Join the Hon. Glen Murray, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, as he discusses how Ontario will build on its actions to fight climate change and help ensure that future generations are left with healthy and prosperous province. Glen Murray was first elected to the Ontario legislature in 2010 as the MPP for Toronto Centre. He was re elected in 2011 and 2014.Murray currently serves as Minister of the Environment and Climate Change. He was appointed the Minister of Infrastructure and the Minister of Transportation in February 2013. He has had a lifetime of activism in urban planning, sustainable development and community health. Murray is a founding member of the Canadian AIDS Society. He was Director of Health Education and HIV Prevention Services at the Village Clinic, 9 Circles Community Health Centre in Winnipeg. Murray was also part of the World Health AIDS Service Organization's working group for the Global Program on AIDS. He served as mayor of Winnipeg from 1998 to 2004. As Chair of the Big City Mayors Caucus, Murray led the successful campaign to transfer the equivalent of five cents per litre of the federal gas tax to municipalities for infrastructure renewal and construction. In 2004, he moved to Toronto and served as Senior Resident at Massey College and a Visiting Fellow at the Faculty of Architecture and Landscape Design at the University of Toronto. Murray was a Managing Partner of AuthentiCITY, a Toronto based urban sustainability consulting and planning firm. He was appointed Chair of the National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy by former prime minister Paul Martin in 2005. Murray became president and CEO of the Canadian Urban Institute in 2007. He has served on several university, hospital and community boards, including the Expo 2015 Bid Committee and the Toronto District School Board's Reference Group for Improving Services for Marginalized Students. He has logged more than 5,000 kilometres cycling for Habitat for Humanity to raise money for affordable housing. Murray has won several public service awards, including the Queen's Jubilee Medal and the Fight for LGBT Justice and Equality award from Egale Canada in 2003. Murray was born in Montreal, where he earned a diploma from John Abbott College. He then attended Concordia University's School of Community and Public Affairs for four years, majoring in Urban Studies. Speaker: Minister Glen Murray, Ontario's Minister for Environment and Climate Change *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*

Carnegie-Tsinghua's Wang Tao interviews Dr. Zou Ji, deputy director of China's National Center for Climate Change Strategy, about recent developments in international cooperation on climate change, and prospects for the UN Climate Summit in September 2014.

In a wide ranging discussion, Ralph talks about "spoilers," the revolving door, tired truckers, whistleblowers, the neocons who have no shame about the Iraq War, and also outlines how the environmental movement could be far more effective.   

Footprints for The Future Conference was held in June to launch Salford City Council's new Climate Change Strategy "Creating a City Prepared for The Future. This video presents the main themes of the conference and features the speakers of the day.

Earlier this year North Tyneside Council published its Climate Change Strategy after months of work by council officers and community volunteers. The ISO 14001 process was started in 2007 and the council has just been through a successful audit. In this interview I talked to Tony Turnbull, Ainsley Rea and Laura McTaggart. We discussed a wide range of issues, including waste control, efficient fleet management and community engagement. Duration 18m 45s