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Climate Confident

Tom Raftery
Climate Change
Sustainability
Plastic Pollution
Climate Policy
Decarbonization
Carbon Emissions
Global Plastics Treaty
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Energy Efficiency
Earth Day
Environmental Health
Microplastics
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Natural Gas
Carbon Mitigation
Renewable Energy
Planetary Boundaries
Danish Design
Grassroots Movements
Apocalyptic Optimism

Climate Confident is the podcast for business leaders, policy-makers, and climate tech professionals who want real, practical strategies for slashing emissions, fast.

Every Wednesday at 7am CET, I sit down with the people doing the work, executives, engineers, scientists, innovators, to unpack how they’re driving measurable climate action across industries, from energy and transport to supply cha... more

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What if upgrading your home to be climate-friendly was as simple as scanning it with your phone?

In this week’s episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I talk with Grant Gunnison, founder and CEO of Zero Homes - a former NASA an... more

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In this week’s episode of Climate Confident, I sat down with Johanna Wolfson, co-founder and general partner at Azolla Ventures, to talk about how we can rethink climate-tech investing - not as a game of chasing returns, but as a m... more

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In this week’s episode of Climate Confident, I sat down with Christopher Carrick, founder and CTO of Lignin Industries, to explore a game-changing innovation in the fight against plastic pollution, turning waste from the paper indu... more

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In this week’s episode of Climate Confident, I’m joined by Sherie Nelson, Senior Director of Responsibility & Wellness at Elior North America, a food service company serving millions of meals daily across schools, hospitals, univer... more

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Recent Guests

Grant Gunnison
Founder and CEO of Zero Homes
Zero Homes
Episode: The 60 Million Home Challenge: Inside Zero Homes’ Plan to Electrify America
Johanna Wolfson
Co-founder and general partner at Azolla Ventures
Azolla Ventures
Episode: Why Traditional VC Is Failing the Climate, and What Comes Next
Christopher Carrick
Founder and CTO of Lignin Industries focused on bioplastics innovation
Lignin Industries
Episode: How Lignin Could Replace 40% of the World’s Plastics, and Cut Emissions Fast
Sherie Nelson
Senior Director of Responsibility and Wellness at Elior North America
Elior North America
Episode: Food for the Planet: How Elior North America Cut Food Waste by 64% and are Decarbonising Food
Dr. Gary Yohe
A prominent climate economist and retired professor of Economics and Environmental Studies at Wesleyan University.
Wesleyan University
Episode: The Economics of Climate Risk: Gary Yohe on Abating, Adapting, and Surviving
Emily Wilkinson
Principal Research Fellow at ODI Global and Director of the Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative.
ODI Global
Episode: Turning Vulnerability into Innovation: The Climate Solutions Emerging from Small Islands
Scott Ryan
Founder and CEO of Investature, a FinTech platform focused on climate finance solutions.
Investature
Episode: How Your Pension Could Be the Biggest Climate Lever You’re Ignoring
Chris Moyer
President of Echo Communications Advisors, a strategic communications firm focusing on climate advocacy and technology
Echo Communications Advisors
Episode: Inside the Fight: Clean Energy’s Path Through Political Headwinds
Ori Shaashua
Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Giga Blue
Giga Blue
Episode: Cheaper, Cleaner, Deeper: Can the Ocean Deliver Durable Carbon Removal?

Host

Tom Raftery
Host of the Climate Confident Podcast, providing deep insights on climate action and solutions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Excellent podcast featuring real changemakers and sustainability transition practitioners, bringing innovative solutions to societies around the globe.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MapleKiwIcarus
    2 years ago
  • Fascinating podcast! Highly recommend

    I discovered this podcast in late 2021 and it’s become my go-to. There’s so many stories here that have to do with hope, technology, economy, humans and of course the environment… It’s a lot of fun, diverse, and highly informative. Something for everyone fore sure. Give it a listen and share, it won’t dissappoint you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shellfish biologist
    United States4 years ago
  • Get listen and Act Now ! Best advice from Tom Raftery

    That is not just alarming or scary story - that is the good overview how we going to live tomorrow World. But there would be no any livable place without We Act on Climate Now. This is incredible series to understand ClimateTech & must have solutions to keep your life good and happy … Climate21 looks to be most interesting source of ESG/Sustainable innovations and tech solutions for green transition to better quality of life. Personally or for corporate governance that’s a podcast to listen. Tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ABoym
    Russia4 years ago
  • Inspiring podcast

    I really enjoy Tom’s podcast! He always hosts amazing and insightful speakers and I like the length of the episodes. It’s such an important topic, and this podcast introduces it in an understandable and inspiring way. Looking forward to the next one, Tom!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sara Trontelj
    Germany4 years ago
  • Great sustainability blog

    Really appreciate the breadth of your guests experiences. Keep up rhe great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pauls mini
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host is commended for facilitating engaging discussions that connect technology, innovation, and climate action.
Many find it highly informative and appreciate the actionable advice presented.
Listeners praise the podcast for its fascinating insights and diverse guest experiences in tackling climate issues.
There are a few critiques regarding specific episodes that lacked challenging viewpoints or deeper analysis.

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The 60 Million Home Challenge: Inside Zero Homes’ Plan to Electrify America
Q: How do you help homeowners navigate the rebate landscape for electrification projects?
Grant explained that they manage the complex rebate process for clients, ensuring compliance and maximizing potential incentives for installations.
The 60 Million Home Challenge: Inside Zero Homes’ Plan to Electrify America
Q: What sparked your leap from NASA and MIT to managing home upgrades?
Grant shared that he grew up in the trades, realized the relationship between energy and carbon emissions, and wanted to leverage his background to tackle substantial issues in home energy use.
How Lignin Could Replace 40% of the World’s Plastics, and Cut Emissions Fast
Q: How scalable is the production of lignin-based plastics and do you see yourself getting to price parity?
Production is scalable through partnerships with existing plastic manufacturers and economies of scale can help bring costs down to compete with traditional plastics over time.
How Lignin Could Replace 40% of the World’s Plastics, and Cut Emissions Fast
Q: What are the advantages of using bioplastic versus fossil fuels?
Bioplastics reduce CO2 dependence and can be sustainably sourced, as opposed to fossil fuels which are finite and contribute to environmental degradation.
Why Traditional VC Is Failing the Climate, and What Comes Next
Q: What does gigaton scale reductions mean in practice?
It is essential that invested companies can deliver massive reductions in emissions, ensuring significant impact on climate change.

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This podcast focuses on practical strategies and real-world solutions for achieving significant reductions in carbon emissions across various industries such as energy, transport, agriculture, and finance. It features in-depth discussions with executives, engineers, scientists, and innovators, providing listeners with actionable insights into effective climate action. Listeners can expect a blend of hard truths, bold ideas, and success stories, aimed at navigating the complexities of the climate crisis without falling prey to vague promises or greenwashing. It's designed for business leaders, policymakers, and climate professionals who seek to make informed decisions based on concrete outcomes rather than speculative pledges.

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1. Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change
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Recent guests on Climate Confident include:

1. Grant Gunnison
2. Johanna Wolfson
3. Christopher Carrick
4. Sherie Nelson
5. Dr. Gary Yohe
6. Emily Wilkinson
7. Scott Ryan
8. Chris Moyer

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