
Akshat Rathi
Award-winning reporter at Bloomberg covering climate change. Host of the Zero podcast.
Top 10 podcasts with Akshat Rathi
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Sep 23, 2024 • 13min
Capitalism broke the climate. Now it can fix it | Akshat Rathi
In a thought-provoking discussion, journalist Akshat Rathi dives into how capitalism, often blamed for climate issues, can actually be a key player in solving them. He introduces the concept of 'climate capitalism,' advocating for market forces to shift towards sustainability. Rathi shares examples of successful government initiatives, like electric vehicles in China, and highlights the importance of carbon pricing. His insights challenge us to rethink economic models as tools for a greener future.

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Jun 27, 2024 • 51min
Akshat Rathi explains why ‘hard to decarbonise’ is a myth in aviation
Akshat Rathi, senior climate reporter, debunks the 'hard to decarbonise' myth in aviation, advocating for pricing flights accurately. He explores sustainable aviation fuels, electric aviation, and the industry's pivotal choices for a greener future.

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Mar 10, 2025 • 17min
Big Take: A Warming Planet vs. Trump
Akshat Rathi, a Senior climate reporter for Bloomberg News and host of the Zero podcast, dives into how recent shifts in U.S. climate policy under President Trump jeopardize global environmental efforts. He discusses the withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and its implications for investment in green energy. Rathi also highlights the competitive landscape of energy transitions, particularly China's advancements, and points out the urgent need for the U.S. to align economic growth with meaningful climate action amid rising natural disasters.

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Jun 20, 2024 • 25min
It’s not easy being a green conservative
Benji Backer, a young conservationist and founder of the American Conservation Coalition, advocates for a Republican embrace of climate activism. He’s joined by Akshat Rathi, a senior climate reporter at Bloomberg, who explores how capitalism can drive climate solutions. They discuss the potential for bipartisan support in tackling environmental issues and the rich history of legislative cooperation. The duo also delves into capitalism's complex role in both causing and addressing climate change, urging collaboration between governments and businesses.

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Dec 19, 2024 • 14min
TED Talks Daily : Capitalism broke the climate. Now it can fix it
In this engaging discussion, journalist Akshat Rathi, author of Climate Capitalism, tackles the double-edged sword of capitalism in relation to the climate crisis. He explores how market forces can be harnessed for sustainability, highlighting advancements in renewable energy and the potential of government policies to drive green innovation. Rathi also emphasizes the transformative role of businesses in adapting to new regulations and the global shifts seen in countries like China and India towards cleaner energy solutions.

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Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 3min
Is This a New Era of ‘Climate Capitalism’?
Author Akshat Rathi and VC Sophie Purdom discuss how capitalism can drive climate solutions, highlighting profitable ventures, Chinese EVs, and interest rates' impact. They explore carbon pricing, international trade challenges, and diverse country approaches. The conversation also delves into the intersection of climate capitalism, venture capital, and macro interest rates in funding climate solutions.

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Oct 12, 2023 • 30min
Can climate capitalism work?
Akshat Rathi, author of Climate Capitalism, discusses how capitalism can solve the climate crisis. Key topics include successful individuals implementing climate capitalism, addressing inequality within a capitalist framework, brute force strategies to combat climate change, the time scale of clean tech development, and the satisfaction of completing a long-awaited project.

Mar 12, 2024 • 41min
Can Capitalism Work for a Clean Energy Economy?
Exploring the shift towards clean energy solutions in the economic landscape and the profitability of moving away from fossil fuels. Delving into the concept of climate capitalism and how it integrates societal needs and sustainability within capitalism. Discussing the transformative journey of Juan Gong in advocating for electric cars in China and the pivotal roles of key individuals in shaping the energy transition landscape. Navigating climate questions and solutions while exploring current clean energy solutions and systemic challenges.

Sep 5, 2024 • 33min
The sleek, fuel-saving airplanes coated with synthetic shark skin
Akshat Rathi, a senior reporter at Bloomberg Green, dives into innovative climate solutions with founders Henry Bilinsky of MicroTau and Steven Vassiloudis of Novalith. They discuss MicroTau’s shark skin-inspired film that enhances airplane aerodynamics to save fuel and reduce emissions. Vassiloudis explains Novalith's cleaner lithium manufacturing process to tackle environmental challenges. Together, they highlight the optimism and hurdles of developing sustainable technologies amidst the race for net-zero carbon emissions.

May 27, 2024 • 26min
Your questions answered: Climate change for kids, solar power, music for plants
BBC climate editor, Prof from King's College London, and Bloomberg News reporter answer climate questions. They discuss telling kids about climate change, solar panels, nuclear fusion, and playing music for plants.