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Earthlings 2.0 Podcast

Lisa Ann Pinkerton
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
Energy Storage
Geothermal Energy
Clean Energy
Declining Birth Rates
Agriculture
Direct Air Capture
Plastic Waste
Decarbonization
Circular Economy
Aluminum
Soil Carbon Measurement
Pronatalism
Critical Infrastructure
Carbon Dioxide Removal
Biorecycling Technology
Building Construction
Carbon Sequestration

The Earthlings Podcast takes a look at the big issues facing humanity in the early 21st century and our relationship to our environment, technology, and each other. Each episode, award-winning journalist, and former NPR reporter Lisa Ann Pinkerton hosts experts, scientists, and leaders working to solve the world’s biggest challenges. Together, they cover wide-ranging topics including environmental... more

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In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we sit down with Alexei Beltyukov, CEO and co-founder of Universal Fuel Technologies (Unifuel), to unpack why sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as the most practical near-term pathway for reducing aviation... more

In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we speak with James Gilmore, Associate Professor of Media and Technology Studies in the Department of Communication at Clemson University, and author of The Bringers of Order: Wearable Technologies and the Manufactu... more

In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we sit down with Antonia Ginsberg-Klemmt, CEO of Gismo Power, to explore a deceptively simple idea that could reshape access to clean energy: portable solar infrastructure. Antonia explains how her company’s MEGA (M... more

In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we speak with Yariv Bash, CEO and co-founder of Flytrex, about how autonomous drone delivery is becoming a scaled commercial reality. With more than 200,000 completed deliveries in U.S. suburbs and major partnership... more

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Recent Guests

Antonia Ginsberg-Klempt
CEO of Gismo Power; innovator behind mobile solar carport
Gismo Power
Episode: #153: The Portable Solar Revolution with Gismo Power
Yariv Bash
Co-founder and CEO of Flytrex
Flytrex
Episode: #152: The Future of Drone Delivery with Flytrex
Aaron Goodman
CEO and co-founder of Petra Power
Petra Power
Episode: #151: Decarbonizing Industry Without Starting From Scratch with Petra Power
Eric Osborne
Co-founder and community minister of Sanctuary (psilocybin church)
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Episode: #150: Reimagining Spiritual Community Through Psilocybin with Psanctuary
Ed Craig
CEO of Carbogenics, honorary professor of Sustainability, University of Edinburgh
Carbogenics
Episode: #149: Rethinking Waste as a Climate Solution with Carbogenics
Stephen Lake
Co-founder and CEO of Jetson
Jetson
Episode: #148: The Future of All-Electric Heat Pumps with Jetson
Mary Wilson
Founder and CEO of Taza
Taza
Episode: #147: Predictive AI for the Green Economy With Taza
Daniel Dus
Founder and CEO of CleanTech Industry Resources
CleanTech Industry Resources
Episode: #146: Fixing the Clean Energy Logjam with Daniel Dus
Venk Varadan
CEO and Co-Founder, Nanoware (Simple Sense)
Nanoware
Episode: #145: Wearable Tech to Monitor Cardiovascular Health with Nanowear

Hosts

Lisa Ann Pinkerton
Host and founder/CEO of Technica Communications; host of Earthlings 2.0 Podcast; experienced journalist and communications strategist.
Luis de Leon
Guest host and Public Relations professional with Technica Communications; collaborates on episode coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Great message and fascinating topics

    I LOVE the notion that despite how insignificant we may feel, that every individual has the power to make (or contribute) to positive changes. Super fascinating episodes. I highly recommend subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamFlaherty
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast that truly outlines and investigates what is going on in cleantech.

    Podchaser
    5
    Stacia Kirby
    2 years ago
  • [This Cleantech nerd] very much enjoys Earthlings topics & guests!

    Podcast Addict
    SCSierraDave
    3 years ago
  • Informative and well thought out

    Really enjoying this podcast! It’s well produced, informative and entertaining. Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ads explicit
    United States4 years ago

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#149: Rethinking Waste as a Climate Solution with Carbogenics
Q: What is Biochar and why is it important for climate action?
Biochar is a charcoal-like carbon-rich material produced from biomass via pyrolysis in low-oxygen conditions; it has high porosity and surface area, enabling soil health benefits and the ability to sequester carbon for long periods, while also enabling synergies with biogas production when integrated into digesters.
#151: Decarbonizing Industry Without Starting From Scratch with Petra Power
Q: Why focus on the large vehicle market as the beachhead?
Because trucks and long-haul operating profiles create a clear on-board power need with relatively reachable barriers to entry, especially since the solid oxide cells can replace auxiliary power units and tolerate typical fuel impurities, offering high value and practical deployment.
#151: Decarbonizing Industry Without Starting From Scratch with Petra Power
Q: How does this platform work?
The platform uses solid oxide fuel cells to convert fuel into electricity and, when needed, to produce hydrogen from electricity; the system can also operate in reverse to generate hydrogen from electricity, enabling flexible energy use for trucking and other heavy industries.
#143: Rethinking Home Energy Resilience with Pila Energy
Q: What makes Pila Energy different from traditional whole-home battery systems?
Pila focuses on affordable, modular, software-enabled solutions that integrate with a mesh network, enabling distributed, multi-tenant support and easier installation without expensive retrofits.
#143: Rethinking Home Energy Resilience with Pila Energy
Q: How is setup and scalability addressed for average homeowners or renters?
The system is designed to be plug-and-play and scalable, allowing customers to start with a basic setup and add more batteries over time, room-by-room or device-by-device.

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Content centers on technology, energy transitions, and environmental solutions, featuring leaders and researchers who push for cleaner industry practices, smarter grids, and sustainable business models. Discussions frequently cover AI and automation in utilities, hydrogen and electrochemistry, circular economy approaches, and the integration of new technologies into heavy industry, transportation, and consumer electrification. The show often highlights policy levers, market dynamics, and real-world deployments, offering actionable insights for innovators, investors, and corporate strategists. Notable strengths include a clear focus on practical applications of emerging tech, a track record of high-caliber guests from both startups and estab... more

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