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Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change

Michael Liebreich, Bryony Worthington
Climate Change
Fossil Fuels
The Uninhabitable Earth
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
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Greta Thunberg
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Once a week, Michael Liebreich and Bryony Worthington have a conversation with a leader in clean energy, mobility, climate finance or sustainable development. Informative, inspiring and fun!

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This week on Cleaning Up, Michael Liebreich sits down with carbon removal insider Robert Höglund, CEO of Marginal Carbon, co-founder of CDR.fyi and architect of MilkyWire’s Climate Transformation Fund, for a deep dive into what’s working and what’s n... more

What if the future of clean energy isn’t decided in Washington, Brussels, or Beijing, but in Lagos, Nairobi, and Addis Ababa? Are we underestimating how fast the Global South is leapfrogging fossil fuels? And what happens when clean energy becomes th... more

How do we model the climate system? How warm will 2026 be? And can geoengineering be anything more than a bandaid?

This week on Cleaning Up, Bryony Worthington sits down with leading climate scientist Dr. Zeke Hausfather on the day the 2025 global t... more

Why does Africa, home to 18% of the world’s population, receive just 1% of global energy investment? What’s stopping money from flowing to the continent when it has such good wind and solar potential? And what would it take to unlock an energy boom t... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Höglund
CEO and founder of Marginal Carbon, involved in various initiatives related to carbon removal and climate strategy.
Marginal Carbon
Episode: The Billion-Tonne Promise of Carbon Dioxide Removal Isn't Working Out | Ep244: Robert Höglund
Damilola Ogunbiyi
CEO and UN Special Representative for Sustainable Energy For All
Sustainable Energy For All
Episode: The World Decides: Clean Energy or Oil & Gas? | Ep243: Damilola Ogunbiyi
Zeke Hausfather
Climate scientist, lead author of the upcoming IPCC seventh assessment report
Stripe
Episode: The State of the Climate 2026 | Ep242: Zeke Hausfather
Clemens Calice
CEO and Founder of Cygnum Capital, a financial organization focused on Africa.
Cygnum Capital
Episode: ⁠Is Africa Poised To Be A Clean Energy Powerhouse? Ep241: Clemens Calice
Katie White
UK Climate Minister, MP for Leeds North West, and advocate for climate action.
UK Government
Episode: Climate Action vs Cost of Living: Can We Do Both? | Ep240: Katie White, UK Climate Minister
Tzeporah Berman
Executive director of Stand.earth and founder of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Stand.earth
Episode: Cleaning Up Redux: Canada's Controversial Queen of Green — Tzeporah Berman
John Browne
Former CEO of BP and managing director at General Atlantic, co-founder of the growth equity fund BeyondNetZero.
General Atlantic
Episode: Honey, I Shrunk the Oil And Gas Sector | Ep237: Lord John Browne
Seb Kennedy
A journalist who takes a keen interest in energy, especially gas markets, and the founder of Energy Flux.
Energy Flux
Episode: Why Does The UK Pay So Much For Cheap-To-Produce Gas? | Ep236: Seb Kennedy
Rob Dunn
CEO of Start Campus, responsible for building Europe's largest sustainable data center.
Start Campus
Episode: Inside Europe’s Largest AI Data Centre: A Green Giant Rises | Ep235: Robert Dunn

Hosts

Michael Liebreich
Co-founder of Bloomberg New Energy Finance and an influential figure in the clean energy sector, Michael Liebreich has extensive expertise in energy, transportation, and climate change. He engages critically with guests to draw out insights, making complex topics accessible.
Bryony Worthington
A prominent advocate for climate action and sustainable development, Bryony Worthington brings experience from her work with environmental policy and legislation, supporting climate solutions and renewable energy initiatives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 674 ratings
  • Great podcast series from an OG!

    Liebreich has been involved with renewable energy for many years, starting Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) years ago and his experience shows. Many of these episodes include captivating discussions and clarity around current issues in renewables. Liebreich isn’t shy on providing his well researched opinion and rationale behind it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    He's Thrifty Allright
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent, fascinating and important info from experts!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SCSierraDave
    6 months ago
  • uplift with Tessa Khan

    What clarity Tessa brings - so many parallels with the state of play in australia with the entrenched influence of coal and gas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zi ying cav
    Australia7 months ago
  • High opener

    Super informative podcast with great speakers and plenty of food for thought. Michael and his guests are incredible sparring partners and it is a pleasure to listen and learn

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thommy2t
    Belgium7 months ago
  • Insightful

    I always enjoy listening to Cleaning Up, where Michael Liebreich - with his extensive background in both engineering and finance - asks tough and insightful questions of his guests. I noticed this again this week in his interview of Ben van Beurden, former CEO of Shell.

    Cleaning Up brings a cutting edge view of the energy transition, both in terms of what’s driving it and what is blocking it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RogerlG
    Canada7 months ago

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The engaging style of discussions makes complex topics accessible and enjoyable to follow.
Feedback indicates a positive reception towards the hosts' ability to challenge perspectives and delve into pressing environmental challenges.
Listeners appreciate the depth and variety of insights on clean energy and climate issues.
Some critiques suggest a need for balance in guest perspectives to reflect diverse viewpoints in climate discussions.

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The World Decides: Clean Energy or Oil & Gas? | Ep243: Damilola Ogunbiyi
Q: Are countries in the Global South thinking about electrification?
Yes, many countries are advancing in electrification, with strong environmental regulations being put forth.
The World Decides: Clean Energy or Oil & Gas? | Ep243: Damilola Ogunbiyi
Q: Has the world become less distracted now?
No, the world is still very distracted with many crises, including wars, but some positive investments in renewable energy have been noted.
The Billion-Tonne Promise of Carbon Dioxide Removal Isn't Working Out | Ep244: Robert Höglund
Q: What is MRV?
Measurement, Reporting, and Verification, crucial for understanding the impact of carbon removal solutions.
The Billion-Tonne Promise of Carbon Dioxide Removal Isn't Working Out | Ep244: Robert Höglund
Q: What sort of price point do they look to hit with carbon removal solutions?
BEX facilities are typically around $400 per ton of CO2 when accounting for transport and storage costs.
The Billion-Tonne Promise of Carbon Dioxide Removal Isn't Working Out | Ep244: Robert Höglund
Q: Can you summarize what did you find five years in, what have you found, what works and what doesn't?
The biggest challenge is motivating companies to act without regulatory pressure, as many prefer to limit actions to what they can directly control or measure.

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Episodes frequently explore pressing topics related to clean energy, climate finance, and sustainable development, featuring leaders and experts in these fields. Conversations shed light on complex issues ranging from the energy transition and regulatory challenges to the intersection of politics and climate action. Through engaging dialogues, listeners gain insights into strategies and innovations driving the clean energy sector forward, while also addressing the urgent need for sustainable practices globally. The show stands out for its commitment to presenting diverse perspectives and critical analyses of contemporary climate challenges, making it a valuable resource for individuals seeking clarity and depth in discussions about environm... more

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