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Akshat Rathi

Award-winning reporter for Bloomberg, host of the Zero: The Climate Race podcast.

Top 10 podcasts with Akshat Rathi

Ranked by the Snipd community
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32 snips
Sep 23, 2024 • 13min

Capitalism broke the climate. Now it can fix it | Akshat Rathi

Akshat Rathi, a journalist passionate about the intersection of capitalism and climate solutions, argues that capitalism can indeed provide answers to the climate crisis it helped create. He describes innovative approaches like "climate capitalism," which aims to make polluting costly while promoting sustainable practices. Rathi shares inspiring stories of solar energy adoption in India and highlights the electric vehicle industry's evolution in China, revealing how government policies can spark environmental progress and transform traditional businesses.
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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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Jun 20, 2024 • 25min

It’s not easy being a green conservative

Climate activist Benji Backer and author Akshat Rathi discuss the role of free market in addressing climate change and the challenges faced by green conservatives in promoting environmental conservation. They explore bipartisan efforts and lessons from different political approaches, emphasizing the potential for conservative action on climate change.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 20min

[Episode #220] – Climate Capitalism

Exploring the role of capitalism in global energy transition, discussing the criticisms and potential reforms. Highlighting key figures and their stories in climate solutions. Addressing the need for long-term planning and systemic perspectives. A deep dive into the dynamics of international cooperation versus competition in the race to zero emissions.