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Planet Philadelphia

Kay Wood
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
Solar Energy
Fossil Fuels
Nuclear Power
Environmental Justice
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Coal
Philadelphia
Clean Energy
Pennsylvania
Community Engagement
Biodiversity
Prochlorococcus
Energy Storage
Marine Energy
Environmental Activism
Economic Growth
Electricity Prices

Planet Philadelphia radio show has been exploring how environmental issues intersect in complex ways in every aspect of society since 2015. We discuss this with national/global experts such as the former first female president of Ireland, a Nobel Laureate, security experts, scientists, filmmakers, politicians, community members, and more. Planet Philadelphia airs 4:00-5:00 PM 1st & 3rd Friday/mont... more

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Etsuko Hoshino-Browne, Janis Chakars, and Sister Pat Hutchinson, Neumann University on their sustainability efforts, and advice for other institutions. Planet Philadelphia airs 4-5:00 PM ET the 1st & 3rd Friday/month. Please support Planet Philadelph... more

Nikki Reisch, Director of the Center for International Environmental Law’s (CIEL) Climate and Energy Program. She attended the ground-breaking conference held in Columbia and reports on the legal, policy, and social developments that occurred and whe... more

Cameron Brooks, Executive Director, Think Microgrid will explain the various types of microgrids, their advantages and the challenges related to their deployment. Planet Philadelphia airs on 92.9 FM in NW Philadelphia & gtownradio.com, 4-5:00 PM ET t... more

Escalating weather emergencies and waning Federal support means preparedness by individuals and communities is more essential than ever. Guests: Susan Christian, Dominique London and Allison Wright. Allison and Susan are active members and leaders in... more

Osprey Orielle Lake is the Founder and Executive Director of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International. She will talk about her work, the Women’s Momentum Assembly for a Just Fossil Fuel Phaseout, and her new book, “The Story... more

Magnolia Brown is senior in high school from Delaware County, PA who has developed a podcast, “What in the World?! A Sustainability Journey”, to educate herself and other teens about sustainability. She describes what motivated her as a young person,... more

Noted environmental lawyers John Dernbach and Robert McKinstry Jr. recently sent a new petition to the state’s Environmental Quality Board (EQB) asking that they follow the PA Constitution and act so all can have clean water, clean air, healthy natur... more

Toby Kiers is an evolutionary biologist at the Free University of Amsterdam and Director of SPUN. She talks about mycorrhizal fungi’s amazing characteristics, including their ability to help with climate change. Toby is the winner of the 2026 Tyler P... more

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Dr. Mark Z. Jacobson
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Sarah Goodyear
Journalist and author of Life After Cars
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Episode: Life Without Cars? Sarah Goodyear, 1/16/2026
Dr. Maria Antonio Tigre
Director of Global Climate Change Litigation at the Sabin Center
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Episode: Devi Ramkissoon, new Chief Sustainability Officer of Montgomery County PA 12/19/25
Davy Ramkason
Chief Sustainability Officer for Montgomery County
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Episode: Courts find human right to a healthy climate, Dr. Maria Antonia Tigre 12/19/25
Elspeth Hay
Author focused on the environment and food sustainability.
Episode: Feed Us with Trees, author Elspeth Hay 12/5/2025
John Davis
Former executive director of the Rewilding Institute
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Episode: Population decline: John Davis, Rewilding Institute 12/5/2025
Richard Wiles
President of the Center for Climate Integrity
Center for Climate Integrity
Episode: Climate Change Disinformation & Unethical Behavior; Richard Wiles 11/21/25
Tracy Carluccio
Representative of the Delaware River Keeper Network
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Episode: Threats Of LNG Export Terminal in Southeastern PA, Tracy Carluccio 11/21/25
Ethan Howland
Senior reporter at Utility Dive covering the electric utility industry for about 25 years.
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Episode: Growing Grid Crisis; Ethan Howland, Senior Reporter, Utility Dive 11/7/2025

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Kay Wood
Host of Planet Philadelphia; covers environmental issues, policy, and community impacts.

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Joseph Musil, Board of Directors, PA Association of Environmental Professionals
Q: How does a PAEP person get involved in a project?
They are typically recommended by banks during the due diligence reviews for property purchases.
Joseph Musil, Board of Directors, PA Association of Environmental Professionals
Q: Are there other kinds of things as examples you do for your members?
We provide networking opportunities, run conferences with training for engineers and biologists, and update members on changes in environmental programs.
Joseph Musil, Board of Directors, PA Association of Environmental Professionals
Q: Can you tell us more about this association, what it is and what it does?
The Pennsylvania Association was started to educate the consulting community on how to better design projects and comply with environmental regulations.
Will we be stuck with dirty fossil fuel forever? Mark Harris, 4/4/2025
Q: What can people do to quicken the demise of fossil fuel dependence?
Switching to heat pumps and electric vehicles are strong personal actions people can take to reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Will we be stuck with dirty fossil fuel forever? Mark Harris, 4/4/2025
Q: How do you see the shift towards renewable energy considering the various hurdles it faces?
Renewable energy, especially solar power, is continuing to become cheaper and more efficient, thus accelerating its adoption despite political hurdles.

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A thought-provoking program focused on environmental issues and their societal intersections, drawing on conversations with researchers, policymakers, journalists, and practitioners. Episodes frequently center on renewable energy, climate policy, transportation, urban design, and environmental justice, often featuring experts who translate technical topics into practical implications for communities and governments. A standout trait is its willingness to tackle contentious topics—ranging from climate litigation and LNG projects to grid crises and sustainable development—through accessible, issue-driven dialogue with credible guests. This makes it useful for listeners who want grounded, policy-relevant discussions and for potential sponsors ... more

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2. Sarah Goodyear
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