Climate Optimists
Jason Lewis, Thomas Mills & Flora Gladwin
Concerned about climate change, but short on time and not sure where to start? We get it. That’s why we created Climate Optimists. Our goal is simple. Provide everyday citizens who are concerned about climate change with opportunities to make a difference. So come along with us on our journey, as we explore the solutions to climate change and how together, we can make them a reality.
Episodes
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Jan 16, 2024 • 21min
The Year Ahead
Exploring the progress and setbacks in the fight against climate change, focusing on renewable energy, electric vehicles, electrification of public transit, and personal climate goals for the year ahead.
Dec 12, 2023 • 39min
Drying Up
Climate change is making drought more frequent & severe, but it's not all bad news. Tune in as we explore the challenges & potential solutions with Michele Thieme of WWF.
Nov 28, 2023 • 34min
Cricket, its what's for dinner!?
As a protein source, livestock has a huge resource & carbon footprint. Listen in as we explore the promise of insect protein with Mighty Cricket founder, Sarah Schlafly.
Nov 7, 2023 • 44min
What about Fast Fashion?
Join us as we talk with fashion industry expert Kate Fletcher about the climate and related environmental impacts of fast fashion and what can be done to reverse course.
Oct 24, 2023 • 43min
Choosing our Wildfire
Wildfire is a natural part of certain forest ecosystems, but climate change is supercharging it. We talk with wildfire expert Matt Hurteau about ways to respond.
Oct 10, 2023 • 42min
The Plastics Problem
Plastics are not just a massive source of pollution but have a significant climate impact. We dive into the problem & solutions with bio-plastics expert Raegan Kelly.
Sep 26, 2023 • 35min
Fossil Fuel Obstruction
Big oil has been obstructing climate action for decades. We talk with Kathy Mulvey from the Union of Concerned Scientists about their tactics and how we're fighting back.
Sep 12, 2023 • 42min
Travel's Climate Baggage
We talk with Jeremy Sampson of the Travel Foundation about the climate impacts of tourism and potential solutions including ways to be a more climate friendly traveler.
Aug 29, 2023 • 43min
Learning to Adapt
Dr. Lisa Schipper, climate scientist, discusses the importance of climate adaptation and its limitations. Topics include the relationship between adaptation and development, climate finance investments, the importance of rethinking in climate projects, and examples of local and global adaptation efforts.
Jul 25, 2023 • 39min
Offsets - Dangerous Diversion or Essential Tool
Jenny Morgan from Tradewater joins us to break down carbon offsets. Listen in as we explore how they work, their history, and their future in the climate space.
