Future Ecologies [HYPHAEDELITY] Adam Davis x Tim Male — Non-partisan Environmental Policy
Jul 21, 2025
Adam Davis, co-founder of Ecosystem Investment Partners, and Tim Male, founder of the Environmental Policy Innovation Center, dive deep into the intersection of environmentalism and politics. They discuss their transition from non-profit work to influential roles in the White House, highlighting achievements during the Obama era. The duo also tackles the ramifications of recent executive orders on environmental policy, the importance of youth voting, and how AI is reshaping careers in this field. Their conversation emphasizes collaboration and resilience in the face of ecological challenges.
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Tim's White House Meeting Marathon
- Tim Male shared that he participated in around 3,700 meetings in two and a half years at the White House.
- Many efforts were small, constituent-focused actions, like connecting people to the right agency, that still made a meaningful impact.
Permitting Problems Hurt Everyone
- Environmental permitting failures hurt both protectors and those trying to responsibly develop.
- Simplifying processes with predictable outcomes can reduce friction and help balance these competing interests.
Understanding Executive Orders
- Executive orders express presidential priorities but cannot override laws.
- They guide agency implementation but require collaboration with Congress and courts to maintain balance.