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Can you imagine a time in the future when decarbonizing the economy and protecting the planet are such important priorities that half of all jobs are oriented toward climate issues? It’s hard for us to picture right now, but it’s the compelling vision of two startup founders, Anshuman Bapna and Kamal Kapadia. Their company, Terra, offers education and community for the fast-growing climate workforce. Their insights into the explosion in climate work is valuable on a number of levels and I’m excited to bring them to you on this episode of Invested in Climate.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[1:50] The vision of decarbonizing the economy and protecting the planet[3:08] How environmental concerns became a passion for Kamal and Anshuman [5:16] The workforce problems the team at Terra is working to solve [13:25] The support of a collaborative community in the opportunities Terra provides [19:50] Transitioning individuals from other industries into the climate space [22:43] Opportunities for anyone to create courses or experiences for the community [31:12] How climate issues impact every role within every company [36:26] The largest concerns Kamal has revolve around the issue of scale [38:11] A conscious tension exists between climate concerns and lifestyle choices [43:53] What you can do to take action for the sake of climate change [47:51] Personal strategies each guest implements to stay focused and renewed Connect with Anshuman Bapna and Kamal Kapadiahttps://Terra.do - company websiteAnshuman on LinkedInKamal on LinkedInTerra on LinkedInTerra on TwitterTerra on InstagramTerra on FacebookConnect With Jason RissmanOn LinkedInOn TwitterAudio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

The vast majority of people in the United States are frustrated with lawmakers' lack of action when it comes to climate policy. They want the government to fund renewable energy research, regulate CO2 emissions, and take other climate-positive measures. Yet the “Build Back Better” bill remains stuck in Congress. The country’s ability to meet its climate change commitments is uncertain at best.So I sat down with Sean Kosofsky—the executive Director of the Climate Advocacy Lab—to learn about the state of climate advocacy in the US. The Climate Advocacy Lab is a community of over 3,000 climate advocates, organizers, researchers, and data specialists. They use evidence-based research to help climate advocates across the country run smarter and more effective campaigns. Sean has been part of several successful movements and has great insight into accelerating progress on the climate policy front. Listen in for a deep and passionate conversation about climate advocacy. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[3:10] How Sean got involved in climate advocacy[5:17] Learn all about the Climate Advocacy Lab[6:45] Why does climate advocacy matter?[8:53] The current state of climate advocacy [10:55] The climate change wins from the Biden presidency[13:38] Senator Joe Manchin III blocking the Build Back Better Act[16:51] How to move past climate change being a political issue[19:04] Hope for the Justice40 Framework[21:23] The impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on climate initiatives [23:14] The impact of local politics on climate change initiatives[25:13] What climate advocates can learn from other movements[27:58] Key challenges in the climate advocacy movement[29:42] What can listeners do to make an impact? [35:17] What Sean is doing in his personal life to support climate advocacy Resources & People MentionedNew York Times: How Joe Manchin Aided Coal, and Earned MillionsThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate ChangeThe Justice40 InitiativeFridays for FutureSunrise MovementSierra Club350.org GristConnect with Sean KosofskyLearn more about the Climate Advocacy LabConnect with Sean on LinkedInFollow Sean on TwitterConnect With Jason Rissmanhttps://InvestedInClimate.com On LinkedInOn TwitterSubscribe to Invested In ClimateAudio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

Invested in Climate hosts conversations with leading thinkers to help our listeners find the right ways to do more to address the climate crisis through five categories of action: Work, Investments, Learning, Lifestyle and Activism.People everywhere, communities, governments and all sectors of the economy are mobilizing to address climate change. The scale of this global action is unprecedented. Never before have so many people dedicated so much energy, creativity and capital to addressing a shared, global threat. Will it be enough? What else is needed? And, most importantly, what can you do? We all have a part to play, so let’s go.http://investedinclimate.com