Climate Decoded Podcast

🫡Two seasons of Climate Decoded, done and dusted! We couldn’t have done it without our phenomenal team Kim Kenny, Lara Heledd Davies-Jones, Gregory Davies-Jones, Isabel Baudish, Jens Wendel-Hansen, Chantal Cough-Schulze, Alex Teske and Jamie Stark 🫶. In season two, we pushed boundaries, experimented with new formats, and introduced you to even more incredible voices in the climate space. From our Climate Chats with inspiring communicators to our signature deep dives into the big issues, it’s been a journey of growth, discovery, and impactful storytelling. Climate Litigation In Climate Litigation we talked about how climate change litigation is increasingly deployed as a tool to hold governments, private entities and corporations legally accountable for their failure to adequately address climate change. The episode featured Isabella Kaminski, Joana Setzer and waikwa wanyoike Finding Net Zero with Integrity In this first Climate Chat, Alexis McGivern talks about her work at the last climate COP, reaching for net zero, and the uplifting idea of radical hope. Climate Adaptation at Scale In this Climate Chat, Celine Novenario talks about her work communicating about climate adaptation. Environmental Defenders Environmental defenders — who work on the frontlines of climate change — face multiple dangers, legal and lethal. In this episode, we explore the role of communication in their frontline work and navigate the risks of the work. This episode featured Aplicio Sanchez Ortiz, Jose Artiga, Mivann, Mary Menton, Diogo Lopes de Oliveira, Daniel Gutiérrez Patiño and research from Global Witness. Policy Advocacy Breakthroughs In this climate chat, Kim and Ani Kame'enui discuss U.S. climate policy, how to move the market to clean energy, and the three D's of Breakthrough Energy: discovery, development and deployment. Intergenerational Healing On the final episode of Season 2, we chatted with Mary Heglar about her experiences writing about climate, intergenerational healing and what makes a liveable future. All episodes are available to listen to now, wherever you get your podcasts or click here: https://lnkd.in/dspEnP3Y

We’re thrilled to conclude Season 2 of Climate Decoded with an inspiring conversation with Mary Heglar, a renowned writer and climate justice advocate. Mary’s work masterfully blends climate grief, justice, and resilience. Her upcoming novel, Troubled Waters, explores love, family, and Black resistance in the face of a changing world. In this episode, we discuss writing through the climate crisis, the power of intergenerational healing, and how we can collectively shape a liveable future. It’s an honest conversation full of insight, hope, and action. Listen now and let us know what resonates with you here: https://lnkd.in/e27Qgmd4

We’re going live on Instagram! This year’s COP29 in Baku delivered some big headlines, including climate finance pledges, carbon trading debates, and controversial statements. But what does it all mean for climate justice? Join us and the team from Grist as we unpack the outcomes and key takeaways from COP29 in a LIVE discussion on Instagram. 🌍 📅 When: Tuesday 26th November 2024 AKA TODAY! 🕰️ Time: 5:00pm GMT | 12:00pm ET | 9:00am PST 📍 Follow us on Instagram and join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/eeWx_3gJ #ClimateDecoded #COP29 #ClimateJustice

COP29 isn’t just another conference. It’s a global stage where the stakes couldn’t be higher. But what’s really unfolding behind the scenes? In this latest Climate Decoded episode, Greg and Izzie take us on a deep dive into COP’s dynamic landscape, comparing it to a high school reunion where alliances, rivalries, and bold voices set the tone. From civil society to media and lobbyists, this episode explores the often-hidden influencers of climate policy. Curious to hear how justice and equity fit into the picture? Find out here: https://lnkd.in/e5u8ZS-9

COP29 begins on November 11th in Baku, Azerbaijan. Since 1995, these annual global summits have influenced key climate policies, including the Paris Agreement and Kyoto Protocol. In today's episode of Climate Decoded, Greg and Izzie offer a behind-the-scenes look at COP, using a unique high school reunion analogy to unpack the power dynamics and negotiations. In Part 1, they focus on COP's history and explore how to better integrate justice and equity into the process. Give it a listen to gain a fresh perspective on COP here: https://lnkd.in/eAA6pTVT

Today, we're dropping a new climate chat with the incredibly wise Ani Kame'enui the Director for Strategic Initiatives and U.S. Policy and Advocacy at Breakthrough Energy. Founded by Bill Gates with the goal of getting to net-zero emissions by 2050 through equitable access to affordable, reliable energy. Ani has over 15 years of climate, conservation, and advocacy campaign experience and is a policy aficionado. In this climate chat, Kim and Ani talk about U.S. climate policy, how to move the market to clean energy, and the three D's of Breakthrough Energy: 🔎 Discovery 👷🏼♀️ Development 📥 Deployment Give it a listen here: https://lnkd.in/edFGak-2

Our episode on environmental defenders is now out in the world, and our team has found this has been one of the most affecting and important episodes to produce. Environmental defenders are the frontline protectors of our planet, yet they face severe risks—both legal and life-threatening—for their work. In this episode, we dive into the crucial role communication plays in amplifying their efforts and how it can help mitigate the dangers they encounter. Hear firsthand from leaders in the field about their challenges and the resilience needed to continue the fight. 🎧 Tune in now to understand the critical importance of these defenders and their work in safeguarding our collective future. #ClimateDecoded #EnvironmentalDefenders #PlanetProtectors #EcoWarriors #ClimateHeroes #ProtectOurPlanet #SustainabilityChampions #GreenGuardians #EcoAdvocates #NatureDefenders #EnvironmentalJustice #ClimateAction #SaveOurPlanet #SustainableFuture #EcoResilience #EarthWarriors4d

🌍 In this latest episode of Climate Decoded, Celine Novenario, former Senior Communications Manager at the Global Center on Adaptation, shares insights on communicating climate adaptation. She discusses the importance of communicating climate adaptation, focusing on the already available solutions and what can be implemented now. She stresses the need to foster optimism in the climate conversation by highlighting actionable solutions and progress rather than solely focusing on the challenges. She believes effective communication is key in inspiring action and building resilience, especially in global climate challenges. Listen in to explore how adaptation drives progress and the actions we can take to create a sustainable future. #ClimateDecoded #ClimateAdaptation #ClimateAction

🌍 In this latest episode of Climate Decoded, Celine Novenario, former Senior Communications Manager at the Global Center on Adaptation, shares insights on communicating climate adaptation. She discusses the importance of communicating climate adaptation, focusing on the already available solutions and what can be implemented now. She stresses the need to foster optimism in the climate conversation by highlighting actionable solutions and progress rather than solely focusing on the challenges. She believes effective communication is key in inspiring action and building resilience, especially in global climate challenges. Listen in to explore how adaptation drives progress and the actions we can take to create a sustainable future. #ClimateDecoded #ClimateAdaptation #ClimateAction

It's Monday which means a new episode of the Climate Decoded Podcast is out! In our first Climate Chat, Alexis McGivern discusses her work at the most recent climate COP, the journey towards net zero, and the inspiring concept of radical hope. As the Net Zero Standards Manager at Oxford Net Zero, Alexis plays a crucial role in bridging academia and practical implementation. She has worked closely with the International Standards Organization (ISO) to develop a set of guidelines that are now being formalized into ISO standards, defining what it means to reach net zero at the organizational level. #NetZero #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ISOStandards #COPClimate #ClimateLeadership #CarbonNeutral #SustainableBusiness #GreenInnovation 🎧You can listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eh3Hzdpf