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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
New York Magazine
COP28
RCP 8.5
Greta Thunberg
Extinction Rebellion
Sunrise Movement
Climate Strikes
China
Jim Hansen
Clean Energy
Energy Transition
Iron-Air Battery
Futerra
Storytelling
Biden Administration

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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What does it take to rewire a nation’s energy system? Can we make the grid cleaner, smarter, and more resilient — without driving up bills? And how will the explosion of AI data centres reshape the future of electricity demand?

This week on Cleaning... more

What does it take for India to deliver electricity to hundreds of millions while simultaneously building a fast-growing clean energy system? Can it overcome its fossil dependence to secure its energy futures with renewables? And how will India’s deve... more

Why should we care about coral reefs? What happens when they collapse? And is there still hope for their survival?

In this episode of Cleaning Up, Bryony Worthington sits down with coral reef ecologist Dr. Katharina Fabricius, who has witnessed six ... more

The election of Donald Trump to a second term as President marked a turning point in the politics of climate action – not just in the US, but around the world.

The airwaves are suddenly awash with commentators, claiming that the transition has faile... more

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Recent Guests

John Pettigrew
Outgoing CEO of National Grid
National Grid
Episode: The £60 Billion Plan To Rewire Britain | Ep227: John Pettigrew
Dr. Arunabha Ghosh
Founder and CEO of the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and special envoy to the upcoming Climate Talks in Brazil.
Council on Energy, Environment and Water
Episode: What India Gets Right About The Energy Transition | Ep226: Dr Arunabha Ghosh
Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Ecologist specializing in coral reefs and co-author of the Seven Deadly Sins of climate change.
Australian Institute of Marine Science
Episode: Can We Save the Great Barrier Reef? | Ep225: Dr Katharina Fabricius
Dr. Hannah Ritchie
Deputy Editor and Lead on Science Outreach for Our World in Data
Our World in Data
Episode: Less Doom, More Data: Debunking the Biggest Climate Myths | Ep223: Dr. Hannah Ritchie
Malcolm Turnbull
Former Prime Minister of Australia, energy investor, and renewable energy advocate.
Turnbull Renewables
Episode: Malcolm Turnbull: Clean Energy Culture Wars and The Race To Build More Storage | Ep 222
Bonny Simi
President of Operations for Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation
Episode: Cleaning Up Redux: A Magnificent Woman And Her Flying Machines - Bonny Simi
Alex Honnold
Professional rock climber and founder of the Honnold Foundation
Honnold Foundation
Episode: Cleaning Up Redux: From Free Solo to Free Solar — Alex Honnold
Ethan Zindler
Head of Countries and Policy at BloombergNEF, former climate counselor to Janet Yellen
BloombergNEF
Episode: The Inflation Induction Act: How the US Lost The Race for Clean Energy | Ep 219: Ethan Zindler
Tessa Khan
Founder and Executive Director of Uplift, a UK charity focused on transitioning away from oil and gas production.
Uplift
Episode: North Sea Oil & Gas Is Dying, What Comes Next? | Ep218: Tessa Khan

Hosts

Michael Liebreich
Co-host with a strong background in clean energy and finance, emphasizing sustainability and innovative solutions.
Bryony Worthington
Co-host with a background in environmental law and advocacy, focusing on clean energy policies and societal implications of climate change.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 648 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 States2 months ago
  • Excellent, fascinating and important info from experts!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SCSierraDave
    2 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
    Australia3 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
    Belgium3 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
    Canada3 months ago

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Insightful conversations with diverse experts on climate action and clean energy.
Some listeners critique interview styles, noting the desire for a more balanced conversation with dissenting viewpoints.
Engaging and educational, providing a blend of expert opinions and practical solutions.
Hosts are knowledgeable and unafraid to tackle tough questions regarding climate policies.

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The £60 Billion Plan To Rewire Britain | Ep227: John Pettigrew
Q: What has been the impact of data centers on National Grid's infrastructure demands?
Pettigrew noted that there has been a significant increase in demand from data centers, necessitating rapid network expansions to accommodate their high energy needs.
What India Gets Right About The Energy Transition | Ep226: Dr Arunabha Ghosh
Q: How has India been able to attract international investment in its clean energy sector?
Bulk of international investment has come through solar parks, facilitating a plug-and-play model for foreign investors.
What India Gets Right About The Energy Transition | Ep226: Dr Arunabha Ghosh
Q: What was your biggest achievement over the last 15 years?
The most proud achievement has been supporting increased energy access for India, helping to electrify 28 million households and improving clean cooking energy access for millions more.
Can We Save the Great Barrier Reef? | Ep225: Dr Katharina Fabricius
Q: What can you tell us about the Australian government's attitude towards reef conservation?
The government has invested significantly in improving water quality and has shifted its stance from denial to acceptance of climate change impacts on reefs.
Can We Save the Great Barrier Reef? | Ep225: Dr Katharina Fabricius
Q: Could you talk a little about what you've observed in terms of coral's resilience?
Corals have inherent resilience and can recover from disturbances, but the rapid rate of environmental changes is a major concern.

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