Zero: The Climate Race
Bloomberg
Zero is about the tactics and technologies taking us to a world of zero emissions. Each week Bloomberg’s award-winning reporter Akshat Rathi talks to the people tackling climate change – a venture capitalist hunting for the best cleantech investment, scientists starting companies, politicians who have successfully created climate laws, and CEOs who have completely transformed their businesses. The road to zero emissions has many paths and everyone’s got an opinion about the best route. Listen in.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 36min
Making renewables a profitable bet… everywhere
Exploring the launch of a $15 billion fund for clean energy expansion, the challenges and opportunities in the renewable energy sector, navigating energy market limitations, investing in renewable projects in developing markets, and accounting challenges in transitioning big energy companies to clean energy.
Mar 12, 2024 • 31min
Climate change can't overcome capitalism, and that's OK
Can capitalism save us from the climate crisis? Akshat Rathi discusses how capitalism can steer towards sustainability, showcasing success stories from individuals and companies. Despite progress, the world is behind on climate targets. Examining the challenges and potential of climate capitalism, the podcast explores the urgency for global solutions and the intersection of optimism, capitalism, and climate progress.
Mar 4, 2024 • 31min
John Kerry, the Forrest Gump of climate, bows out
John Kerry, the Forrest Gump of climate, reflects on his role as US special presidential envoy for climate, challenges in US climate diplomacy, global action on climate change, importance of public understanding and activism, frustrations in investment, and exploring political will in climate action.
Feb 29, 2024 • 2min
Introducing: The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly
The podcast features intimate conversations with business titans, sports champions, and game-changing entrepreneurs discussing investment philosophies and career moves. They explore deals involving Elon Musk, share insights, and interviews with sports legends, offering valuable lessons from their journeys.
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Jan 18, 2024 • 31min
What Donald Trump’s return means for US climate ambition
Tom Steyer, a hedge-fund billionaire and climate activist, discusses his transition from fossil fuel investor to climate advocate, the importance of carbon accounting, and the potential impact of Donald Trump's return on US climate ambition. The podcast also explores the role of blended finance in developing countries and the significance of youth turnout in elections for future climate outcomes.
Jan 11, 2024 • 34min
Best of: How climate reached the world's elite in Davos
Gail Whiteman, founder of Arctic Basecamp, discusses how climate change became a priority at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos. She highlights the establishment of Arctic Basecamp as a platform for climate scientists and the urgent message it delivers. The podcast explores the challenges of setting up the camp and the impact of Davos on climate change. It emphasizes the moral imperative to act and the need for urgent action.
Dec 28, 2023 • 18min
Our favorite climate numbers #3
The podcast discusses the role of fossil fuel companies in a clean energy future, the UK's stance on climate progress, and provides insights on solar energy. The hosts engage in a guessing game to explore the significance of climate-related numbers, including the growing workforce in clean energy and the financial aspects of clean technology. They also express their desire for hands-on learning about solar technology.
Dec 26, 2023 • 39min
Check out: Drilled
In this episode, the host discusses the coexistence of capitalism and climate solutions, the challenges of the energy transition, and the journey of solar energy in India. They also explore finance and technology in the climate movement, as well as the connection between democracy and capitalism in addressing environmental protests.
Dec 19, 2023 • 12min
Check out: The Anti-Dread Climate Podcast
Topics discussed include navigating conversations about climate change, harnessing peer pressure for sustainability, creating eco-friendly offices, and California's lawsuit against big oil for causing climate change.
Dec 18, 2023 • 51sec
Introducing: Bloomberg News Now
The podcast covers the latest headlines from Bloomberg News, including updates on the Israel-Hamas War, Fed Chair Jay Powell's speech, President Biden's re-election fight, US-China relations, reporting challenges, and the European Central Bank decision date.
