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Chris Packham Vs Taylor Swift: Will People or Politics Save Our Planet?

Jun 23, 2024

Chris Packham joins Nish and Coco to discuss politicians' failures in climate action, advocating for people power to drive change. They question Taylor Swift's carbon footprint and debate Labour's radical climate policy. The podcast explores challenges in meeting environmental targets, promoting nature conservation, and transitioning to renewable energy sources. It also touches on the backlash faced for climate advocacy, the limitations of green capitalism, and the power of collective action to save the planet.

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Chris Packham

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Quick takeaways

Collective action is essential to combat the climate crisis, individuals like Taylor Swift can influence sustainable practices.

Labour's Great British Energy proposal lacks clarity and bolder actions are needed for clean power targets.

Deep dives

Overview of Environmental Policies in the UK Elections

The 2050 net zero emissions target is a focus in UK political agendas. Labour introduced the Climate Change Bill for 80% emissions cut by 2050, whilst the Conservatives set the net zero by 2050 law, further targeting 2030 reductions to 68%. Rishi Sunak is criticized for politicizing climate action, revoking climate plans and delaying goals like the ban on petrol cars, raising concerns over the impact on climate change.

Intro

2min

Political Polarization and Climate Policy Rollback

11min

Challenges in Meeting Environmental Targets and Political Parties' Commitment to Nature Conservation

2min

Investing in Nature Restoration, Debating Nuclear Power, and Advocating for Renewable Energy Transition

11min

Discussion on Online Backlash and Embracing Criticism for Climate Advocacy

2min

Green Capitalism and Challenges in Energy Transition

16min

The Power of People to Save the Planet

2min

The major parties have failed to pledge to make the radical changes needed to save our planet from climate catastrophe - but people power may well save us yet.

Nish and Coco are joined by conservationist Chris Packham to find out what more our politicians need to do and how citizens can get involved. Chris also questions the wisdom of Taylor Swift’s private jet usage and brings a suggestion of how she could help create change.

Later, Adrienne Buller drops by to explore GB Energy - Labour’s signature manifesto pledge that they’ve claimed to be the most radical climate policy ever.

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Guests:

Chris Packham - Conservationist

Adrienne Buller - Author

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