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Planet Possible

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Climate Change
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Community Engagement
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Environmental Policy
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Planet Possible gets behind the headlines and straight to the facts of global environmental issues. Join host Niki Roach as she meets practitioners and visionaries working on the big issues in water, nature and climate change - and finds out what they would make possible with the Planet Possible Magic Wand! Planet Possible is brought to you by CIWEM; a community of environmental professionals crea... more

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Recent Guests

Vincent Lee
Principal at Arup specializing in integrated water management and climate resilience
Arup
Episode: New York City - A Planet Possible Special
Sarah Goldst
Longtime New York resident working on the Nutrient Reduction Program
Episode: New York City - A Planet Possible Special
Dr. Simon Sadinsky
Executive Director of Education at The King's Foundation (Dumfries House)
The King's Foundation
Episode: The King, Harmony and an Interconnected Approach
John Curtin
President of CIWEM, professor at Southampton University, and former executive director of the Environment Agency
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Episode: December MiniPod with John Curtin (Climate-proof Infrastructure, Energy from Water Droplets, Green Storytelling)
Jo Caird
Freelance environmental journalist and editor of The Environment Magazine
The Environment Magazine
Episode: November MiniPod with Jo Caird (Climate Geo-Engineering, Tehran Drought & Tropical Forests Forever)
David Riley
Head of Carbon and Climate Adaptation at Anglian Water
Anglian Water
Episode: Could Sewers Help Heat our Homes?
Michael Avant Smith
Senior VP for Decarbonisation and Growth Strategy at BMA
BMA
Episode: Could Sewers Help Heat our Homes?
Phoebe Weston
Biodiversity Reporter for The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: October MiniPod with Phoebe Weston (Human Microbiodiversity Depletion, Rise Of Renewables & Bird Migration Warnings)
Zac Goldsmith of Richmond Park
Former MP and Minister with a focus on environmental policy and conservation
House of Lords
Episode: Zac Goldsmith - The Politics of Climate and Nature

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Niki Roach
Host of Planet Possible

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Insightful and current

    Thank you Niki Roach. Loving the podcast. It's insightful, actionable and motivating. This podcast is unique for current Water matters and is on top of podcast list. Niki is full of enthusiasm .. please keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IAA22
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Very accessible and informative

    Host Niki presents a very accessible podcast. She has some very insightful guests and there are great conversations on water and environmental issues - legend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El PaddyMac
    Ireland5 years ago

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High-quality guests and practical takeaways for listeners in environmental fields.
Engaging host who brings energy and clear expertise to water and climate topics.
Lively, insightful discussions that keep current topics real.
Host keeps conversations accessible with strong guests and clear takeaways.

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New York City - A Planet Possible Special
Q: How are the four nitrogen-removal plants upgraded without stopping operation?
Upgrades were sequenced in phases with extensive planning and guidance to ensure continuous water treatment; operators received training and the process was designed to be online and adaptable to temperature and weather variations.
New York City - A Planet Possible Special
Q: Tell us what a cloudburst is and how New York is addressing this issue.
A cloudburst is a sudden, intense downpour localized to a neighborhood, leading to basement flooding and other impacts; New York is addressing this through investments in seawalls, rain gardens, and resilient drainage approaches that can handle extreme events and protect communities.
September MiniPod with Al Chisholm (New Environment Minister, Drought & Sponge Cities)
Q: What is a sponge city?
A sponge city is designed to absorb rainwater and reduce flooding, utilizing sustainable drainage systems, wetlands, and storage ponds.
September MiniPod with Al Chisholm (New Environment Minister, Drought & Sponge Cities)
Q: Should it be down to water companies, Al, to impose hosepipe bans?
The application of hosepipe bans should consider the wider implications of water resource management and public demand, which might require the Environment Agency to take a more proactive role in addressing drought conditions.
Zac Goldsmith - The Politics of Climate and Nature
Q: So how do you make the case to Treasury that nature, climate, water challenges need funding?
Goldsmith argues that it's about reforming existing subsidies to support land stewardship instead of destructive practices.

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A podcast focused on environmental issues with a practical bent, spanning water management, biodiversity, climate policy, and sustainable infrastructure. Episodes frequently feature practitioners, researchers, and policymakers discussing real-world challenges—such as resilience in water systems, energy from waste heat, and the politics of climate action—and highlighting actionable solutions, regulatory insights, and innovative technologies. A notable strength is the blend of sector experts with journalists and advocates who bridge science, governance, and community impact, making complex topics accessible to listeners who want to know what's actually being done and what's possible next.

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