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The Climate Briefing

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Climate Change
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China
United States
Energy Transition
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Climate Diplomacy
Renewable Energy
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Loss and Damage Fund
Geopolitics
Fossil Fuels
Chatham House
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Deep Sea Mining

The Climate Briefing unpacks the biggest issues shaping international climate politics. Hosted by Anna Åberg and Bhargabi Bharadwaj of Chatham House, the podcast features voices from governments, international organizations, think tanks, academia and the private sector worldwide.

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Today's 'take–make–dispose' economy operates in a linear way: resources are extracted, turned into products, used, and then discarded — with severe consequences for the climate and environment. Transitioning to a circular economy means replacing this... more

All eyes are currently on the Gulf due to the US-Israel war with Iran and the disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. In this two-part series, the Climate Briefing co-hosts and their guests take a deep dive into the region, which plays a crucial rol... more

As the conflict in the Middle East rattles energy markets, this episode explores the connections between climate change, energy, and geopolitics. It addresses questions such as:

• What does the war in Iran reveal about the links between fossil fue... more

China is the world's largest emitter and dominates global production of green technology. A few days ago, the National People's Congress approved the country's 15th Five-Year Plan, China's main economic and policy blueprint for the period 2026–2030. ... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Stevens
Associate Fellow with Chatham House; Emeritus Professor at University of Dundee; Distinguished Fellow at IEEJ and Al-Attiyah Foundation
Chatham House, University of Dundee, IEEJ, Al-Attiyah Foundation
Episode: Oil and gas producers in the Gulf: a deep dive (part 1 of 2)
Arthur Snell
Former diplomat; author of Elemental, The New Geography of Climate Change and How We Survive It
Author; Former UK High Commissioner to Trinidad and Tobago
Episode: Climate change, energy and geopolitics
Michael Bradshaw
Professor of Global Energy at Warwick Business School; author of The Geopolitics of the Energy System Transformation, Managing the Messy Mix
Warwick Business School; Chatham House
Episode: Climate change, energy and geopolitics
Beatrice Mosello
Senior Research Fellow at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: Climate change, energy and geopolitics
James Kynge
Senior Research Fellow for China and the World, Chatham House Asia-Pacific Programme
Chatham House
Episode: What does China's new Five-Year Plan mean for the climate?
Lauri Myllyvirta
Lead Analyst and Co-Founder, Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air
Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air
Episode: What does China's new Five-Year Plan mean for the climate?
Laurence Tubiana
CEO of the European Climate Foundation and professor at Sciences Po, Paris; former France climate change ambassador and COP21 architect
European Climate Foundation
Episode: The Future of Climate Diplomacy 4: Laurence Tubiana
Dr. Isaac Kardon
Senior Fellow in the Asia Program
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: The geopolitics of deep-sea mining
Meredith Schwartz
Associate Fellow for the Critical Mineral Security Program
Centre for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: The geopolitics of deep-sea mining

Hosts

Anna Åberg
Host of The Climate Briefing
Bhargabi Bharadwaj
Co-host of The Climate Briefing

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Really excellent

    Very well researched, informed and easy to

    Listen to. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joleehand
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    andyh
    5 years ago
  • Very informative

    These have been really useful, look forward to hearing more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oh--Good
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality guests and strong host moderation.
Quality stays consistently strong across episodes.
Audience gets clear takes on geopolitics and policy impact.
Informative and useful insights across climate policy topics.
Well-researched and informed discussions with easy listening flow.

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Oil and gas producers in the Gulf: a deep dive (part 1 of 2)
Q: What is OPEC, and why and when was it formed?
OPEC was formed in 1960 by oil-producing nations to defend against price cuts imposed by privately owned Western oil companies; its creation aimed to restore price stability by coordinating member policies and collectively influencing oil prices, particularly after the profits of governments began to erode under private price-setting.
Climate change, energy and geopolitics
Q: What should governments do to navigate climate-change impacts on geopolitics?
Adopt systemic, multilateral cooperation across energy, water, and food, invest in diversified and resilient supply chains, and engage broader actors like cities and financial institutions to accelerate a secure, affordable transition.
Climate change, energy and geopolitics
Q: How might the low-carbon transition reshape geopolitical power?
The shift could tilt influence toward countries that control critical minerals, processing, and battery/EV supply chains, with China currently dominating the processing and manufacturing stage, affecting Western strategic options and the pace of decarbonization.
Climate change, energy and geopolitics
Q: What is the central takeaway about war, energy, and geopolitics right now?
War in the Middle East, especially around the Strait of Hormuz, highlights how fossil-fuel dependence creates systemic vulnerabilities and how chokepoints shape energy security and prices, while the transition to low-carbon energy adds new dynamics and dependencies.
What does China's new Five-Year Plan mean for the climate?
Q: What does the plan say about expanding renewable energy and China's role in producing and exporting green technology?
Lauri explains the updated layout of clean energy bases, broader offshore wind, and a significant push for nuclear capacity, with China remaining the dominant exporter and manufacturer of solar, wind, and EV technology; James emphasizes the global market impact of these exports and the competitive pricing of Chinese tech.

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A flagship take on climate politics that blends policy, diplomacy, and energy transitions with a global perspective. Episodes frequently dissect major international developments—from COP dynamics and climate finance to geopolitical flashpoints around energy, minerals, and trade—while inviting researchers, diplomats, NGO leaders, and industry specialists to unpack how policy, markets, and technology intersect in the race to decarbonize. A notable strength is the breadth of expertise, including high-level diplomats, climate lawyers, and sectoral analysts, which helps listeners understand not just the

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1. Paul Stevens
2. Arthur Snell
3. Michael Bradshaw
4. Beatrice Mosello
5. James Kynge
6. Lauri Myllyvirta
7. Laurence Tubiana
8. Dr. Isaac Kardon

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