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My Climate Journey

My Climate Journey

499 Episodes • By Jason Jacobs, Cody Simms, Yin Lu • www.mcjcollective.com/media/podc...
A growing body of knowledge about climate change and potential solutions. This series traverses disciplines, industries, and opinions with hundreds of deep-dive conversations with science, technology, and climate leaders. Hosted by Jason Jacobs, Yin Lu, and Cody Simms.
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Exploring NOAA with Chief Scientist Dr. Sarah Kapnick
Dr. Sarah Kapnick serves as the Chief Scientist at N... more
Apr 15 2024 1h 14m
NOAA's Broad Scientific Research Endeavors
Chapter 1 2 mins
An overview of NOAA and its departments, focusing on climate, weather, ocean, and coasts
Chapter 2 4 mins
The six line offices within NOAA, including the National Weather Service and Oceanic Research
Chapter 3 2 mins
NOAA's management of marine resources and the Great Lakes
Chapter 4 2 mins
How scientific priorities are set within NOAA, driven by mission and funding
Chapter 5 5 mins
Kapnick's background in climate science and finance
Chapter 6 2 mins
The intersection of climate change and finance
Chapter 7 8 mins
The need for bipartisan support for resiliency and adaptation measures
Chapter 8 5 mins
NOAA's role in funding and supporting coastal resilience and climate-ready fisheries
Chapter 9 11 mins
NOAA's focus on adaptation and resilience in response to climate change
Chapter 10 5 mins
Opportunities for startup innovation and government funding in adaptation and resiliency
Chapter 11 5 mins
The state of the world's ocean and atmospheric circulation, including AMOC slowdown
Chapter 12 15 mins
Climate change impacts on the Midwest and the variability of the Great Lakes
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Climate Change and Democracy with Ning Mosberger-Tang
Ning Mosberger-Tang is the founder and president at ... more
Apr 8 2024 42m
Support for Climate Reporting Initiatives
Chapter 1 4 mins
Ning's background, her experience at Google and transition to climate advocacy
Chapter 2 54 sec
Founding Innovo Foundation for conservation work and climate change mitigation
Chapter 3 2 mins
Ning's various initiatives, from tech investments to democracy reform
Chapter 4 1 min
The importance of policy and electoral work for climate action after the 2016 election
Chapter 5 5 mins
Starting Blue Wave Postcard Movement to increase voter turnout
Chapter 6 2 mins
1.5 Climate Strategies Group's mission and member pledge
Chapter 7 1 min
Supporting investigative reporting on climate via Capital & Main and Grist
Chapter 8 4 mins
Focus on the 2024 elections for climate policy impact
Chapter 9 5 mins
Importance of state and local elections for climate action implementation
Chapter 10 40 sec
Ning's wishlist for future climate policies, highlighting the need for transmission reform
Chapter 11 4 mins
Deep dive on 501(c)(3) vs. 501(c)(4), PAC money, and the many ways elections are funded
Chapter 12 4 mins
The importance of building a strong ground game for elections
Chapter 13 18 sec
Ning's invitation to join 1.5 Climate Strategies Group
Chapter 14 52 sec
The Blue Wave Postcard Movement's effort to register voters in Pennsylvania
Chapter 15 1 min
Oath.vote and closing words
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Diving into Desalination with Peter Fiske, National Alliance for Water Innovation
Dr. Peter Fisk is the Executive Director at the Nati... more
Apr 2 2024 46m
Water Resilience and National Security
Chapter 1 2 mins
Peter's work at the National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI)
Chapter 2 3 mins
Overview of desalination and its various applications, including ocean desalination and water reuse
Chapter 3 5 mins
Desalination challenges and opportunities, including energy usage and brine disposal
Chapter 4 5 mins
Small-scale desalination systems and water reuse in buildings and cities
Chapter 5 7 mins
The water-energy nexus and the impact of water usage on power generation
Chapter 6 4 mins
NAWI's ongoing projects, including ultra high recovery desalination and recovery of valuable materials from wastewater
Chapter 7 2 mins
Status of water innovation in the U.S. and other countries
Chapter 8 2 mins
Water economics and the need for companies to consider their consumption
Chapter 9 1 min
The federal policy landscape for water in the U.S
Chapter 10 2 mins
Water as a national security
Chapter 11 6 mins
Peter's background and career
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Startup Series: Reclaimed Lumber with Urban Machine
Eric Law is the CEO and co-founder of Urban Machine.... more
Mar 28 2024 32m
Construction Industry Climate Change Challenges
Chapter 1 2 mins
Overview of the construction industry and its challenges, including labor shortages and sustainability concerns
Chapter 2 7 mins
Key stakeholders in construction
Chapter 3 3 mins
Urban Machine's mission to reclaim lumber from construction and demolition for reuse
Chapter 4 2 mins
The importance of deconstruction in reducing wood waste
Chapter 5 2 mins
Urban Machine's tech and processes for preparing wood for reconditioning
Chapter 6 2 mins
Benefits of using reclaimed lumber in construction projects
Chapter 7 2 mins
Economic considerations of using reclaimed lumber and competing with virgin lumber prices
Chapter 8 3 mins
Urban Machine's progress to-date, funding and future vision
Chapter 9 2 mins
Eric Law's motivation for starting the company and its positive reception from the industry
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From the White House to Climate Frontlines with Brandon Hurlbut
Brandon Hurlbut, our guest on this episode, wears mu... more
Mar 18 2024 55m
Climate Solutions Through Tech, Finance, Policy
Chapter 1 2 mins
Brandon's unified approach to merging technology, finance, and policy to combat climate change
Chapter 2 4 mins
Involvement with the Sunrise Movement and The Solutions Project
Chapter 3 4 mins
Transition from the Obama campaign to significant roles in energy and environment
Chapter 4 7 mins
The genesis and evolution of Boundary Stone
Chapter 5 9 mins
The varied advocacy work Boundary Stone undertakes to connect startups with government opportunities
Chapter 6 4 mins
The high stakes of the 2024 US election for climate policy and innovation
Chapter 7 5 mins
Potential climate policy directions and challenges in a post-2024 election landscape
Chapter 8 3 mins
Ramifications of a potential 2024 Trump win on climate initiatives
Chapter 9 2 mins
The role of Senate and House elections in shaping climate policy and legislation
Chapter 10 4 mins
The bipartisan appeal of hydrogen, geothermal, and permitting reform in energy policy
Chapter 11 4 mins
Brandon’s advice for getting involved ahead of the 2024 elections and beyond, including Climate Cabinet and Climate Power
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Beyond the Page with Kim Stanley Robinson: Climate, Capitalism, and the Human Condition
Kim Stanley Robinson, renowned science fiction autho... more
Mar 11 2024 1h 10m
Regenerative Agriculture & Environmental Economics
Chapter 1 3 mins
Stan's early life, finding solace in nature on the California coast
Chapter 2 2 mins
Writing "The High Sierra: A Love Story" during the pandemic
Chapter 3 3 mins
Noticing climate change impacts in the Sierra Nevada
Chapter 4 2 mins
Climate change awareness sparked by a 1995 trip to Antarctica
Chapter 5 3 mins
Mixing dread and hope in climate change discussions
Chapter 6 3 mins
Viewing technology as both hardware and software
Chapter 7 5 mins
Critiquing capitalism's role in power dynamics
Chapter 8 1 min
Majority's desire for a sustainable world despite hurdles
Chapter 9 2 mins
Individual actions within broader societal efforts
Chapter 10 4 mins
Civil disobedience as a response to failed representation
Chapter 11 4 mins
The UN and other international governance's role in global challenges
Chapter 12 2 mins
The potential of international treaties in climate action
Chapter 13 5 mins
The concept of sudden societal change in climate action
Chapter 14 7 mins
Ministry for the Future and "following the money" in climate change narratives
Chapter 15 14 mins
Overview of Stan's works and current projects on Antarctica
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Quantum Solutions with Rigetti Computing
Subodh Kulkarni is CEO and President at Rigetti Comp... more
Mar 4 2024 44m
Quantum Computing Commercialization and Industry Trends
Chapter 1 2 mins
Subodh’s background and joining Rigetti as CEO
Chapter 2 3 mins
Basics of quantum computing versus classical computing
Chapter 3 2 mins
Introduction to the subatomic world
Chapter 4 3 mins
Physicality of a quantum computer
Chapter 5 2 mins
Rigetti's business model: cloud access and on-premise quantum computers
Chapter 6 55 sec
Qubit development and the potential to follow Moore's law
Chapter 7 1 min
The power requirements of maintaining a hyper-cold environment for quantum computing
Chapter 8 4 mins
Quantum computing's potential to reduce data center energy consumption
Chapter 9 5 mins
Quantum's strength in probabilistic versus deterministic computation
Chapter 10 1 min
Rigetti's involvement in DOE’s fusion project
Chapter 11 2 mins
Predictions for quantum computing advancements in the next 10 years
Chapter 12 2 mins
How quantum computing can bolster artificial intelligence
Chapter 13 57 sec
Current state of quantum computing and near-term inflection points
Chapter 14 3 mins
Initial use cases for quantum computing, Rigetti’s commercialization strategies, and government funding
Chapter 15 1 min
Collaborative projects with major financial and pharmaceutical companies
Chapter 16 2 mins
Potential applications in weather modeling and synthetic biology
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Skilled Labor Series: Eric Letvin, FEMA
This episode is part of our Skilled Labor Series hos... more
Feb 29 2024 33m
History and Mission of FEMA
Chapter 1 2 mins
Eric's role at FEMA and career path from engineering to hazard mitigation
Chapter 2 1 min
FEMA's inception, evolution, and mission within DHS
Chapter 3 53 sec
Hazard mitigation vs. resilience outcomes
Chapter 4 2 mins
FEMA's expanded role in non-natural disaster management
Chapter 5 2 mins
Pre and post-disaster flood mitigation strategies and grant programs
Chapter 6 3 mins
Wildfire mitigation efforts and challenges amplified by climate change
Chapter 7 2 mins
FEMA's operational structure and budgeting for disaster relief and mitigation
Chapter 8 1 min
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds for resilience efforts
Chapter 9 1 min
Examples of funded projects in disadvantaged communities
Chapter 10 2 mins
The significance of FEMA's Flood Mitigation Assistance program in the face of climate change
Chapter 11 1 min
Advances in flood mapping technology and risk communication
Chapter 12 1 min
Challenges in modeling wildfire risk and the dynamic nature of wildfire hazards
Chapter 13 2 mins
The importance of building codes in disaster readiness
Chapter 14 1 min
The shift towards prioritizing pre-disaster mitigation funding
Chapter 15 3 mins
Lessons from past disasters on the value of proactive mitigation
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Navigating Climate Emotions with Dr. Britt Wray
Dr. Britt Wray is a science communicator and the aut... more
Feb 26 2024 50m
Climate Education and Mental Health Intersection
Chapter 1 12 mins
Climate Anxiety and Action
Chapter 2 8 mins
Understanding Climate Anxiety and Solastalgia
Chapter 3 11 mins
Understanding Climate Anxiety and Community Resilience
Chapter 4 6 mins
Mental Health and Climate Action Influences
Chapter 5 11 mins
Navigating Climate Guilt and Anxiety
Chapter 6 41 sec
Powering Collective Innovation for Climate Solutions
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Exploring Material Science Startups with SOSV
On this episode of My Climate Journey, we have two g... more
Feb 22 2024 54m
Journey From Chemistry PhD to Innovation
Chapter 1 1 min
Susan and Po’s roles at SOSV
Chapter 2 1 min
The complexity of evaluating material science startups
Chapter 3 2 mins
Susan's journey from chemistry academia to industry
Chapter 4 1 min
Po's transition from the food industry and writing to IndieBio
Chapter 5 2 mins
Comparing Hax's and IndieBio's methodologies within SOSV
Chapter 6 2 mins
SOSV's early-stage deep tech investment model
Chapter 7 2 mins
Business economics in material science startups
Chapter 8 2 mins
Unmet needs and sustainable sourcing in materials
Chapter 9 2 mins
The critical role of performance in bio-based materials
Chapter 10 1 min
Scaling challenges in sustainable startups
Chapter 11 6 mins
“Pure” vs. blended materials
Chapter 12 3 mins
Scaling issues faced by bioleather companies
Chapter 13 2 mins
Trends in the plastics space and circularity
Chapter 14 4 mins
Challenges in the cosmetics and skincare industry
Chapter 15 3 mins
Defining terms “biomanufacturing,” “bioeconomy,” and “synthetic biology”
Chapter 16 6 mins
Challenges in biology vs. chemistry
Chapter 17 3 mins
Susan and Po’s advice for founders
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Startup Series: Residential Geothermal with Dandelion Energy
Dan Yates is the CEO and Chairman of Dandelion Energ... more
Feb 15 2024 40m
Understanding Utility Scale Geothermal Energy
Chapter 1 9 mins
Dandelion Energy
Chapter 2 11 mins
Geothermal Energy Benefits in Residential Homes
Chapter 3 13 mins
Geothermal Energy
Chapter 4 6 mins
Dandelion's Growth and Funding Strategies
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The Science Moms' Guide to Climate Conversations with Kids
Today’s guests are Dr. Melissa Burt and Dr. Emily Fi... more
Feb 12 2024 37m
Science Moms and Climate Education Discussed
Chapter 1 4 mins
Background of Dr. Melissa Burt and Dr. Emily Fischer
Chapter 2 1 min
An overview of the Science Moms
Chapter 3 1 min
Concerns parents have when talking to kids about climate change
Chapter 4 5 mins
How to engage kids of different ages on climate
Chapter 5 3 mins
How to feel confident in discussing climate change without being an expert
Chapter 6 7 mins
Political implications of discussing climate change
Chapter 7 2 mins
Myth vs. fact about climate change
Chapter 8 3 mins
Examples of collective action for parents and kids
Chapter 9 3 mins
Resources for learning more about Science Moms
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Startup Series: Gradiant
Prakash Govindan is COO and Co-founder at Gradiant. ... more
Feb 8 2024 51m
Environmental Impact of Sea Water Desalination
Chapter 1 1 min
Prakash's early experiences with water scarcity in India
Chapter 2 6 mins
Gradiant becoming the water industry's only unicorn
Chapter 3 1 min
How climate change primarily impacts society through water
Chapter 4 6 mins
Gradiant's role in closing the loop on industrial wastewater
Chapter 5 3 mins
The challenges of industrial vs. municipal wastewater treatment
Chapter 6 3 mins
Gradiant's bespoke water treatment solutions for the pharmaceutical industry
Chapter 7 4 mins
The company’s involvement in direct lithium extraction and production processes
Chapter 8 7 mins
The importance of seawater desalination and minimizing brine discharge
Chapter 9 3 mins
How Gradiant collaborates with semiconductor clients under the CHIPS Act
Chapter 10 3 mins
Gradiant's approach to extracting valuable byproducts from waste
Chapter 11 54 sec
Early funding for Gradiant from high net-worth individuals and family offices
Chapter 12 2 mins
Gradiant's revenue and backlog growth, anticipating future financial milestones
Chapter 13 3 mins
The story behind the company name, Gradiant with an “A” instead of an “E”
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Sustainable Project Finance with Nexus PMG
Ben Hubbard is CEO and Co-founder at Nexus PMG, an i... more
Feb 5 2024 48m
Risk Management in Sustainable Project Finance
Chapter 1 3 mins
Ben's early mining experience in extreme climates during the 2007 recession
Chapter 2 6 mins
Nexus PMG's founding story
Chapter 3 5 mins
Abandoning all fossil-fuel projects and full transition to low-carbon focus
Chapter 4 3 mins
Observations on declining investment returns in wind and solar projects
Chapter 5 6 mins
Challenges in variability and quality of sustainable materials
Chapter 6 2 mins
Turnaround of a distressed biomass plant in British Columbia
Chapter 7 5 mins
Launch of Nexus Development Capital for scaling businesses
Chapter 8 2 mins
Recent shifts from strategics investing to meet ESG goals
Chapter 9 4 mins
Why team dynamics are critical to project success
Chapter 10 3 mins
Trend forecasting in sustainable projects: hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuels
Chapter 11 1 min
Ben’s optimism about capital deployment in the next decade
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Skilled Labor Series: Decoding HERS, the Key to Home Energy Efficiency
This episode is part of our Skilled Labor Series hos... more
Feb 1 2024 43m
Evolving Tools for California Compliance Raiders
Chapter 1 10 mins
Understanding Home Energy Rating Systems
Chapter 2 10 mins
Trades to Building Performance Contracting
Chapter 3 8 mins
Role of HRS Raiders in Testing
Chapter 4 5 mins
Career Paths for HRS Certification
Chapter 5 8 mins
Career Transitions in HRS Rating
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The Power of Positive Climate Narratives
Dr. Denise Baden is Professor of Sustainable Busines... more
Jan 29 2024 48m
Storytelling in Sustainable Advocacy
Chapter 1 1 min
Dr. Baden's realization about the impact of storytelling while teaching ethics
Chapter 2 5 mins
Her findings on the impact of positive vs. negative storytelling
Chapter 3 2 mins
The concept of Thrutopias and Dr. Baden’s Green Stories competitions
Chapter 4 5 mins
# ClimateCharacters collaboration with BAFTAs
Chapter 5 1 min
How fictional narratives shape subconscious value adoption
Chapter 6 3 mins
Concerns about dystopian themes in climate storytelling
Chapter 7 3 mins
The role of humor in climate-related storytelling
Chapter 8 4 mins
Promoting sustainability through Green Stories competitions
Chapter 9 2 mins
Personal carbon allowances for sustainable behaviors
Chapter 10 3 mins
Positioning climate change stories for broader audience engagement
Chapter 11 4 mins
Techniques for making climate change stories broadly engaging
Chapter 12 3 mins
Leveraging existing movements like minimalism and other trends
Chapter 13 2 mins
How climate attitudes amongst students have changed over time
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Startup Series: Cleaner Chemicals with Dioxcycle
Sarah Lamaison is the CEO and Co-founder of Dioxycle... more
Jan 25 2024 38m
Innovating Ethylene
Chapter 1 2 mins
An overview of Dioxycle
Chapter 2 2 mins
Sarah's background in CO2 electrolysis
Chapter 3 4 mins
Ethylene's role in everyday products, including polyester fabrics
Chapter 4 6 mins
Dioxycle's novel carbon electrolysis technology for converting emissions into ethylene
Chapter 5 5 mins
The challenge of decarbonizing ethylene's embedded emissions
Chapter 6 2 mins
Dioxycle's goal of cost-competitive production below fossil prices
Chapter 7 3 mins
Current trends and challenges in sustainable ethylene production
Chapter 8 1 min
The need for renewable power sources for Dioxycle's electrolysis process
Chapter 9 3 mins
Dioxycle's focus on deploying an industrial pilot and team expansion
Chapter 10 46 sec
Key global centers for ethylene production
Chapter 11 3 mins
Dioxycle's vision as a trusted tech provider in emissions recycling
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Capital Series: Bruce Niven, Aramco Ventures
This episode is part of our Capital Series hosted by... more
Jan 24 2024 51m
Fossil Fuels and the Energy Transition
Chapter 1 2 mins
Overview of Aramco and Aramco Ventures
Chapter 2 2 mins
Bruce's personal journey and background in venture capital
Chapter 3 1 min
Aramco Ventures' investment focus and priorities
Chapter 4 3 mins
The role of fossil fuels in past, present, and future energy systems
Chapter 5 7 mins
The importance of energy abundance and the transition to cleaner technologies
Chapter 6 1 min
Aramco's priorities in the energy transition and the role of venture in fulfilling its objectives
Chapter 7 4 mins
Aramco Ventures' interest in disruptive technologies
Chapter 8 2 mins
Strategic fit versus returns in Aramco Ventures' investment decisions
Chapter 9 8 mins
Aramco's role in the capital gap for early-stage startups and the need for project financing
Chapter 10 2 mins
Addressing concerns and criticisms of the oil and gas industry
Chapter 11 4 mins
The need for a mature accounting system for measuring emissions and the challenges in the current regulatory environment
Chapter 12 4 mins
Ways for listeners to engage with Aramco Ventures
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Halliburton Labs: Redefining an Oil Giant's Legacy
Scott Gale is Executive Director at Halliburton Labs... more
Jan 22 2024 55m
Opportunities in New Energy Technologies
Chapter 1 1 min
Scott's role and the founding of Halliburton Labs in 2020
Chapter 2 1 min
Halliburton Labs supporting diverse energy sector startups
Chapter 3 1 min
Unique engagement and equity model with startups at Halliburton Labs
Chapter 4 2 mins
Strategic differences between Halliburton Labs and typical corporate venture
Chapter 5 1 min
Halliburton Labs' approach to IP rights and founder-centric model
Chapter 6 55 sec
Halliburton Labs' stance on supporting geothermal energy startups
Chapter 7 3 mins
Scott's vision of a diverse future energy system
Chapter 8 4 mins
The strategic origins of Halliburton Labs
Chapter 9 4 mins
Scott's perspective on Halliburton's evolution and its impact
Chapter 10 6 mins
The difficulty of eliminating industries in energy transition
Chapter 11 3 mins
The balance of cost, reliability, and sustainability in energy systems
Chapter 12 3 mins
Scott's outlook on the oil and gas sector's future
Chapter 13 2 mins
Challenges of reliability in transitioning to renewable energy
Chapter 14 2 mins
Various technologies' roles in the future energy landscape
Chapter 15 6 mins
The changing energy and climate tech ecosystem in Houston
Chapter 16 3 mins
Challenges in early-stage infrastructure finance
Chapter 17 1 min
Scott's additional activities beyond Halliburton Labs
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Hydrogen-Powered Aviation with Beyond Aero
Eloa Guillotin is the Co-founder and CEO of Beyond A... more
Jan 18 2024 49m
The Future of Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft
Chapter 1 1 min
Beyond Aero's hydrogen-based electric aviation mission
Chapter 2 1 min
Designing an aircraft from the ground up
Chapter 3 1 min
Hydrogen as an energy vector in aviation
Chapter 4 1 min
Hydrogen tanks' weight and efficiency vs. jet fuel
Chapter 5 1 min
Beyond Aero's design focus on fuel cell, not combustion
Chapter 6 1 min
Market potential of a thousand-mile range hydrogen aircraft
Chapter 7 2 mins
Complexities of aircraft compressor systems in hydrogen-powered planes
Chapter 8 2 mins
Cooling system challenges for hydrogen-powered aircraft
Chapter 9 2 mins
Comparing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) usage in commercial aviation to Airbus's hydrogen initiatives
Chapter 10 2 mins
France's role in advancing hydrogen-powered aviation
Chapter 11 1 min
French government investment in low carbon aircraft and startups
Chapter 12 4 mins
Role of pink hydrogen (from nuclear energy) in France's aviation strategy
Chapter 13 2 mins
Future flight behaviors and electric aircraft's environmental impact
Chapter 14 1 min
Environmental concerns and potential of hydrogen in private jets
Chapter 15 2 mins
Shift in business jet market towards hydrogen
Chapter 16 2 mins
Certification timeline for hydrogen-powered aircraft
Chapter 17 2 mins
Differentiating hydrogen-powered from battery-powered aircraft
Chapter 18 7 mins
Eloa's journey to founding Beyond Aero
Chapter 19
Beyond Aero's next steps and long-term vision in electric aviation
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From Chevron to Climate Tech with Barbara Burger
Barbara Burger is the former president of Chevron Te... more
Jan 16 2024 56m
Engagement With Impactful Energy Organizations
Chapter 1 3 mins
Barbara's book recommendation, " The West Texas Power Plant That Saved the World "
Chapter 2 53 sec
Barbara's career journey, starting at Chevron after graduate school
Chapter 3 1 min
Learning and growing in the energy sector, from industrial chemistry to energy economics
Chapter 4 1 min
Shift to Chevron Technology Ventures, focusing on biofuels, renewable fuels, and digitalization
Chapter 5 3 mins
Evolution of Chevron Technology Ventures' investment focus
Chapter 6 2 mins
The potential of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel
Chapter 7 3 mins
Barbara's insights on the emerging hydrogen value chain
Chapter 8 2 mins
Innovations in shale exploration and their impact on the energy industry
Chapter 9 4 mins
The integration of oil and gas companies in the clean tech venture space
Chapter 10 4 mins
Post-Chevron activities: advising startups and venture funds in the energy transition
Chapter 11 3 mins
Advice for large companies working with startups and vice versa
Chapter 12 5 mins
The critical role of speed in energy transition
Chapter 13 1 min
Geopolitical aspects of energy in different regions: China, India, Africa
Chapter 14 4 mins
Future of natural gas, role of CCUS, and economic factors
Chapter 15 3 mins
Generational shifts impacting the energy industry
Chapter 16 2 mins
Barbara's career advice for women in energy and tech
Chapter 17 3 mins
The necessity of affordable, reliable, and low-impact energy solutions
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Vancouver's Journey to 100% Renewable Energy
This episode is part of our Skilled Labor Series hos... more
Jan 11 2024 50m
Career in Policy and Energy-Efficient Buildings
Chapter 1 5 mins
Chris's background and current role
Chapter 2 1 min
Vancouver vs. other cities and its unique features
Chapter 3 2 mins
Vancouver's climate leadership and influence on other cities
Chapter 4 3 mins
What it means to be a Charter City
Chapter 5 3 mins
The 2022 update to Vancouver's building bylaw and shift to heat pumps
Chapter 6 3 mins
The smooth transition and industry adaptation to the new heating regulations
Chapter 7 3 mins
Balancing environmental goals with job protection
Chapter 8 5 mins
The ripple effect of Vancouver's policies on other municipalities
Chapter 9 3 mins
Potential for Vancouver's policies to influence provincial and national levels
Chapter 10 4 mins
The role of 'carrots', or incentives, in shaping city policies
Chapter 11 1 min
The importance of economic alignment in policy success
Chapter 12 4 mins
Drawing inspiration from other cities and countries for urban planning
Chapter 13 4 mins
Vancouver's strategies for resilience against natural disasters
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Beyond the Surface: Exploring Water Tech with Burnt Island Ventures
Tom Ferguson is founder and managing partner at Burn... more
Jan 9 2024 56m
Water as a Global Risk Factor
Chapter 1 11 mins
Water's Importance in Climate Change
Chapter 2 12 mins
Water Sector Opportunities and Challenges
Chapter 3 5 mins
Appetite for Change in Water Sector
Chapter 4 4 mins
Water Distribution Entrepreneurial Innovation and Challenges
Chapter 5 4 mins
Exploring Venture Capital's Tech Landscape
Chapter 6 4 mins
Water Financing Challenges in Industry
Chapter 7 3 mins
Water Interventions and for-Profit Ventures
Chapter 8 10 mins
Opportunity in the Water Industry
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Turning Waste into Resources with Sedron Technologies
Stanley Janicki is the Chief Revenue Officer at Sedr... more
Jan 4 2024 41m
Haber-Bosch Process and Environmental Impact
Chapter 1 2 mins
Overview of Sedron
Chapter 2 1 min
Sedron's Vapor Recompression and Concentration and Recovery (Varcor) technology
Chapter 3 6 mins
Pitfalls of current waste processes
Chapter 4 2 mins
Sedron's technologies: the omniprocessor and Varcor
Chapter 5 4 mins
Waste processing in the dairy industry
Chapter 6 7 mins
Sedron's go-to-market and sales process with dairy farms
Chapter 7 5 mins
Janicki Industries, Sedron's parent company, and its origin story
Chapter 8 8 mins
Sedron's current status and future plans
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Navigating the Energy Transition with Oil & Gas Insider Tisha Schuller
Tisha Schuller is the founding CEO of Adamantine Ene... more
Jan 2 2024 47m
Global Impact Through Incremental Steps
Chapter 1 2 mins
Tisha's podcast Energy Thinks
Chapter 2 1 min
Different mindsets on energy and climate and how to speak to an oil and gas audience
Chapter 3 3 mins
Climate “personas” and how Tisha finds common ground among them
Chapter 4 2 mins
The assumption that everyone thinks they're doing good
Chapter 5 2 mins
Lessons from a DAC project community engagement
Chapter 6 2 mins
Perspective on youth activists opposing projects
Chapter 7 3 mins
Challenges permitting any new energy projects
Chapter 8 2 mins
Tisha's personal journey on fossil fuel use views
Chapter 9 8 mins
Consequences of US stopping oil and gas production
Chapter 10 2 mins
Oil and gas company evolution archetypes
Chapter 11 1 min
No option but to change from status quo
Chapter 12 1 min
Entering era of climate action execution
Chapter 13 2 mins
Role of startups vs large companies in the energy transition
Chapter 14 1 min
Improved community benefits from new projects
Chapter 15 3 mins
Industry population shift driving change
Chapter 16 2 mins
Making space for oil and gas in climate solutions
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