A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a weekly show featuring influential guests from government, business, activism, academia, and culture. The show serves to inform its audience with a focus on environmental and climate issues. Join us as we commit to making "a climate change." Similar to these great podcasts: TED Climate, Reversing Climate Change, Climate One, My Climate Journey, Volts, America Adapts, & A Matter Of Degrees.
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Veteran guest, Garrett Nilsen, Deputy Director of the Department of Energy's Solar Energy Technologies Office joins us to discuss advancements in solar technology and the remarkable growth of solar energy in the U.S., now providing 6.5% of the nation's electricity. He highlights the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on domestic solar manufactur…
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Welcome to this episode of A Climate Change. I’m Matt Matern, your host. Today, I’m pleased to welcome Auden Schendler, SVP of Sustainability at Aspen One. Join us as we discuss tackling climate change through systemic reforms. Auden critiques corporate sustainability's limits highlights transformative policies like the Inflation Reduction Act, and…
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Welcome to this episode of A Climate Change. I’m Matt Matern, your host. Today, I’m pleased to welcome Rob Gramlich to the show. Rob has over 25 years of experience in energy policy and electricity markets. He is the Founder and President of Grid Strategies, a power sector consulting firm helping clients understand the opportunities and barriers to…
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Dr. Davide Faranda, an expert in climate attribution science joins us to discuss the science linking fossil fuel emissions to extreme weather events, the growing field of climate litigation, and the impacts of climate change on storms like hurricanes. Dr. Faranda explains how AI and historical data are used to understand and predict climate trends.…
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Nathaniel Stinnett joins us to talk about his journey from political campaigns to founding the Environmental Voter Project, which focuses on motivating climate-conscious citizens to vote. His research shows that while many Americans care about environmental issues, too few cast ballots. Nathaniel discusses how building a reliable climate-focused vo…
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Today, we’re joined by California State Senator Ben Allen to explore the critical climate and political stakes of the 2024 election. He discusses the vastly different climate policies between Trump and Harris and highlights the influence of fossil fuel interests on Republican politics, the urgency of voter turnout, and the challenges of misinformat…
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Republican Mayor Rex Parris joins us to discuss the city of Lancaster's efforts to become hydrogen-powered, inspired by Japan’s expertise. Matt and Rex discuss the urgent need to address climate change, particularly ocean warming and intensifying hurricanes. ‘ They also dive deep into the upcoming election, who the better candidate for the environm…
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Matt is joined by Shara Mohtadi, co-founder of S2 Strategies and former Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Shara shares how witnessing humanitarian crises in her youth sparked her interest in the link between climate change, migration, and conflict, eventually leading her to work in cl…
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In this second half of our interview, Paul Bledsoe, former Clinton White House climate advisor, warns of the environmental dangers posed by Donald Trump’s “Project 2025,” which seeks to dismantle key agencies like the EPA. Bledsoe explains Trump’s second term could be more dangerous, contrasting it with Kamala Harris’s centrist, pro-clean energy ap…
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Join Matt Matern in his weekly climate podcast where we explore environmental and political issues, inspire action, and create a coalition to save our planet.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Paul Bledsoe, former Clinton White House climate advisor, joins Matt to discuss the 2024 election. He emphasizes how Vice President Kamala Harris can counter Donald Trump’s attacks on clean energy and highlights the Biden-Harris administration’s massive clean energy investments. Bledsoe discusses the economic impacts of climate change and the need …
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Dr. Susan Solomon joins the podcast to discuss climate change solutions and her book "Solvable: How We Healed the Earth, and How We Can Do It Again." She highlights the growing use of renewables, the need for grid modernization, and stresses achieving net zero by 2050. Dr. Solomon shares her hope for the future as more of the public and our leaders…
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Staci Roberts-Steele discusses her climate activism through films like "Don't Look Up," and her work at Yellow Dot Studios. She shares insights on using satire and storytelling to expose oil industry practices and promote climate action. Matt and Staci explore the role of media in raising awareness and the importance of engaging the public through …
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Aru Shiney-Ajay, Executive Director of the Sunrise Movement, discusses her journey with the organization, joining in 2017 to elevate the urgency of climate issues in politics. Sunrise's focus has been on holding the federal government accountable while supporting local actions, changing the narrative that pits jobs against climate to one that promo…
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Matt revisits the Balona Wetlands and is joined by Walter Lamb and Bruce Robertson to discuss efforts to preserve the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve in Los Angeles. They emphasize community involvement, criticize the delayed restoration project, and highlight the need for local activism. To learn more about Walter’s work, visit: https://www.ba…
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David Doniger from the Natural Resources Defense Council discusses the impact of the Clean Air Act, the Supreme Court's decision to limit the EPA’s authority. He cites actions by the Biden Administration (like the Inflation Reduction Act) and urges continued advocacy and accountability for environmental policies. To learn more about David Doniger’s…
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Matt Matern interviews Nadia Colburn, acclaimed poet, writer and activist, who links her personal experiences to broader societal challenges through poetry. They discuss the impact of personal awakenings on environmental awareness and the vital role of art, like poetry, in activism.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Jayda G, a Grammy-nominated musician and environmental advocate, discusses her documentary "Blue Carbon" with Matt Matter on his climate change program. The film explores mangrove ecosystems globally, highlighting their significance in combating climate change. Jada emphasizes the fusion of music and nature in her work, aiming to inspire hope and a…
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Daniel Gutierrez, CEO of Saving the Amazon, discusses reforestation and the fight against Amazon’s 17% deforestation with Matt Matern. Founded in 2015, the NGO, working with indigenous communities in Colombia, Brazil, and Peru, has planted over 674,000 trees.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Jared Lipworth of Tangled Bank Studios talks with Matt Matern about his environmental storytelling passion. He explains the studio's goal to inspire action through the "Wild Hope" series, emphasizing biodiversity and local conservation successes. Lipworth addresses a wide range of topics from the ecological impacts of krill farming on whales to the…
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Matt Matern chats with Karthik Velayutham, the visionary Founder and CTO of Katrick Technologies, to dive into the groundbreaking wind turbine technology that's poised to change the landscape of renewable energy. Unlike traditional wind turbines that rely on rotation, Katrick Technologies introduces a revolutionary design that oscillates, allowing …
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Matt Matern talks with Steve Fambro, CEO of Aptera, about the company's innovative approach to electric vehicles (EVs). Aptera, relaunched in 2019 due to growing interest in EVs, distinguishes itself with solar-powered, aerodynamically designed vehicles that promise a 1,000-mile range per charge. Their collaboration with Italian firm, CPC, enhances…
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Matt speaks with Captain Paul Watson, the star of Whale Wars, a founder of Sea Shepherd and Greenpeace, to discuss his dedicated efforts against illegal whaling and fishing. He describes how he has rammed and sunk whaling ships that are illegally killing whales!Captain Watson advocates for significant systemic changes, including a global moratorium…
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Matt Matern speaks with Zachary Kirstein, CEO of Ocean Recovery Group, about recycling efforts, particularly in the Dominican Republic. He emphasizes the importance of addressing recycling needs locally and highlights low recycling rates in the Dominican Republic. They touch on legislation like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) bills and expre…
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144: "Eating Our Way to Extinction," with Gerard Bisshop and Mark Galvin: Urgent Action need on Animal Agriculture
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Check out Matt's discussion with guests Gerard Bisshop, and Mark Galvin, about their documentary "Eating Our Way to Extinction," and the environmental issues it addresses. They delve into the devastating impact of animal agriculture on deforestation, biodiversity loss, and climate change. They also highlight the economic and health benefits of such…
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143: Stormwater Solutions: Measure W & Heal the Bay’s CEO Tracy Quinn's Insights on Climate Resilience
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Learn about the impact of climate change on water sources and stormwater capture initiatives like Measure W which is putting 300M/year into capturing this storm water! Matt explores Tracy's role on the Metropolitan Water District Board, addressing challenges with emerging contaminants including microplastics and Heal the Bay's initiatives to elimin…
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142: Breaking Boundaries: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant's Journey from Urban Upbringing to 'Wild Kingdom' Host!
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Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, host of "The Wild Kingdom" and author of "Wildlife," shares her remarkable journey from childhood fascination with nature shows to breaking stereotypes as a black woman in the environmental movement. In discussing her upcoming memoir, "Wild Life," set for release in April 2024, Dr. Wynn-Grant dives into her adventures studying a…
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141: Driving Societal Change, Insights with Anti-Dread Climate Podcast's Caleigh Wells. How to create a TIPPING POINT!
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Matt Matern talks with Caleigh Wells, a KCRW reporter covering climate, environment, and public health, about her show, "The Anti-Dread Climate Podcast." They explore the podcast's focus on addressing climate change without inducing fear and dread for Gen Z and Gen Xers, discussing personal choices' impact on climate change, including the decision …
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140: From the White House insider to Climate Activist: Paul Bledsoe's Insights on Biden, the IRA, China, and more!
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Paul Bledsoe, former Clinton White House official, discusses urgent climate issues, methane reduction, global cooperation, and Biden's climate plan in a comprehensive interview with Matt Matern. They delve into the need to address climatic tipping points. They focus on China's role and global cooperation are discussed, along with the enforceability…
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Matt Matern talks with Chris Hayes and Elizabeth Thompson from Visions2030. They delve into the Lumisphere experience, an immersive project addressing climate anxiety and promoting positive climate action. The initiative involves geodesic domes, encouraging participants to explore imagination, envision positive futures, and share their ideas. Targe…
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Tony Pan, CEO of Modern Hydrogen, discusses the groundbreaking technology converting natural gas into clean hydrogen and sequestering carbon as valuable carbon black. Tony highlights the company's progress, including substantial funding, utility partnerships, and plans for large-scale manufacturing, with emphasis on government support through the I…
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137: A Vision for Change: Marianne Williamson on a Fossil-Free Future, Creating a Department of Peace, & more!
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Marianne Williamson, Democractic Presidential candidate 2024 criticizes Joe Biden's environmental policies, urging for a moral approach to climate change. She calls for mass mobilization, transformative leadership, and global action, suggesting tariffs to encourage sustainable practices. The discussion also touches on her campaign challenges, the M…
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Join Matt with Senator Ben Allen this week! He discusses SB54, a key California bill targeting plastic pollution through recycling mandates. He emphasizes collaboration among environmental groups, local governments, and industry for extended plastic producer responsibility. Senator Allen expresses support for a carbon tax in California! The intervi…
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Sally leads the Forum's mission to create a just and regenerative future. She is laser focused when it comes to transforming how the world thinks about, produces, consumes and values both food and energy.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Is seabed mining the answer? Listen in with Matt and two special guests this week. Dr. Lisa Levin, Distinguished Professor Emerita at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, who specializes in biological oceanography. Dr. Levin is a deep-sea biologist interested in the intersection of biodiversity, climate and human disturbance. Joining her is James M…
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Join Matt with Saxon Metzger, Solar Project Development Manager of NuLife Power Services. He is passionate about solar sustainability on top of being a Professor of Sustainable Business.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Listen in to a very unique show, with Candor Bourne, representing the Congo, or the "left lung of the earth"; Director of Conservation Partnerships at Friends of Bonobos (an endangered great ape found only in the Congo). She is joined by Sean Willmore, representing the "right lung of the earth", the Founder and Director The Thin Green Line Foundati…
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Matt speaks with Sarah Barth and Laura McClendon from Sempervirens, an organization dedicated to protecting redwood forests in California. They discuss the Redwoods’ role in sequestering carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change mitigation. Controlled burns and indigenous collaboration also play a crucial role in maintaining forest health and …
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Matt Matern speaks with Zachary Frankel and Nick Halberg from the Utah Rivers Council. The discussion covers the council's efforts to safeguard rivers from proposed dams, the significance of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem, water usage challenges, conservation initiatives, and the need to reconsider the valuation and usage of water. They discuss the …
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Listen in as Paul Hawken gives us a master class in how to HEAL THE PLANET and our SOCIETY! Paul has written numerous books including Regeneration-Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation. Paul founded Project Drawdown. Paul was in Selma and Montgomery with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr! Paul gives us practical advice and will inspire you to take ac…
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Matt Matern speaks with Durwood Zaelke, founder of the Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development. Durwood's career spans major environmental cases and founding the Center for International Environmental Law. He focuses on using the Montreal Protocol to combat climate change.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Aaron Halimi is an expert in developing major solar projects. Listen in as Aaron describes what it takes to bring massive solar project from conception to reality! Aaron is a dreamer and a doer. With over a decade of solar project development, Aaron has helped design and implement "community solar" for massive scale solar energy adoption.…
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Fighting climate change as an evangelical Christian Dr. Hayhoe is an Atmospheric Scientist whose research focuses on understanding the impacts of climate change on people and the planet. She doesn't accept global warming on faith: she crunches the data, analyzes the models and helps Engineers, City Managers and Ecologists quantify the impacts. Kath…
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A Rising Star! State Representative Justin J. Pearson is a devoted to getting Climate Justice and Racial Justice for all Americans! Justin personifies courage and faith in action. Justin was EXPELLED from the State House in Tennessee for protesting gun violence on the floor of the legislature. This didn’t stop Justin it has emboldened him to advoca…
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Listen in as Matt speaks with passionate environmental youth activist Elise Joshi. Elise is a 21-year-old Climate Activist and Executive Director at Gen-Z for Change. Her story of fighting climate change is truly inspiring! She recently made the news for boldly disrupting the US Press Secretary while visiting the White House to advocate for action …
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Listen in to a chat with dynamic attorney, Melissa Sims, who is taking on big oil. This riveting interview about Melissa's literal "mission from God" to courageously and effectively confront the existential crisis that threatens us all: climate change.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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Matt Matern speaks with Peter Fiekowsky, author of "Climate Restoration: The Only Future That Will Sustain the Human Race," discusses removing a trillion tons of CO2 from the atmosphere despite reaching net zero by 2050. Peter highlights solutions like iron fertilization and methane oxidation, leveraging natural processes to sequester CO2 and reduc…
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Sir Jonathon Porritt joins Matt Matern to discuss his journey into environmentalism and his book, "Hope in Hell." He stresses the urgency of climate action, the need to view it as an economic issue, and better communication strategies. Sir Jonathon highlights the rapid pace of climate change, the media's role in misinformation, and the balance betw…
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Matt speaks with Ethan Brown, founder and host of the award winning, tongue-in-cheek environmental podcast, The Sweaty Penguin, as well as the podcast, Tip of the Iceberg. Ethan will dazzle you with his in-depth knowledge about how to tackle climate change. Ethan, the creator & found of Boston University's satirical publication, The Bunion, uses hu…
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Inna Braverman, CEO of Eco Wave Power, discusses founding the company after surviving Chernobyl's aftermath. The firm innovates in onshore wave energy, reducing costs and environmental impact, with expansion plans in Israel and the U.S., supported by legislation.Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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