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Zero: The Climate Race

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Zero is about the tactics and technologies taking us to a world of zero emissions. Each week Bloomberg’s award-winning reporter Akshat Rathi talks to the people tackling climate change – a venture capitalist hunting for the best cleantech investment, scientists starting companies, politicians who have successfully created climate laws, and CEOs who have completely transformed their businesses. The... more

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It's been more than three months since the US attacked Iran, leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz that carries 20% of the world's oil and gas. The shock to energy markets has been so intense that some countries are taking longer-term measur... more

At COP28 in December 2023, the world committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels. Yet in the years since, there’s been little progress. A meeting in Colombia last month hoped to change that, gathering ministers and climate envoys from 57 countr... more

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Reform UK is currently the most popular party in Britain. If voted into government, it wants to end all subsidies for renewable energy, ban battery energy storage, end net-zero targets, drill for more oil and gas in the North Sea and encourage fracki... more

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With wars raging and supply chains blocked, we’re in an era of geopolitical chaos. This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi talks with Gerald Butts, chairman of the political risk consultancy Eurasia Group and former chief of staff to Prime Minister Justin Tr... more

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Recent Guests

Tzeporah Berman
Chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative
Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Episode: The countries plotting the end of the fossil-fuel era
Richard Tice
Deputy leader and energy spokesperson for Reform UK
Reform UK
Episode: Reform’s Richard Tice wants to end decades of UK climate action
Gerald Butts
Chairman of Eurasia Group, former Chief of Staff to Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Eurasia Group
Episode: Electrons will be central to the next era of geopolitical stability
Emily Gruber
Civil engineer and environmental sociologist researching the mid-transition
University of Notre Dame
Episode: The Iran war shows why clean energy is the more secure choice
Gordon LaForge
Senior policy analyst
New America
Episode: A new world order is emerging. Can it tackle climate change?
Sadiq Khan
Mayor of London, leader in climate policy
Mayor of London (Labour)
Episode: London’s mayor on lessons from one of the world’s greenest cities
Lili Pike
Bloomberg Green's China reporter
Bloomberg Green
Episode: Caution, not ambition, will shape the next decade of climate action
David Fickling
Bloomberg Opinion columnist
Bloomberg
Episode: How the Iran war will reshape the future of energy
Aurore Belfrage
Tech investor, geopolitical risk advisor and sustainability strategist
Sustekable
Episode: Climate tech makes Europe more resilient to Iran War shocks

Host

Akshat Rathi
Host of Zero: The Climate Race; senior climate reporter with Bloomberg; leads conversations on energy transition, climate policy, and cleantech innovation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 908 ratings
  • Cutting edge news and views

    Fantastic show for piercing the information bubble we have around us here in North America regarding the energy transition that is accelerating especially among the current and former customers of our beloved oil and gas. Checking out Zero every week is a must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RogerlG
    Canada2 months ago
  • I'm always questioning the perspectives presented in this podcast. I recommend continuously interrogate the message and the platform. How is it funded? What isn't being said or presented? My main criticismof Zero is the lack of discussion of the inherent value of nature and the essential cycles of nature all humans depend upon and are subject to. Let's hear the true cost accounting. Let's from Indigenous people.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Aurorespera
    3 months ago
  • Great, timely episode on Iran

    Great insights, although I wonder if the situation in the UK is slightly different and Ed Milliband can accelerate our green transition and increase energy security

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MPL1209
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Unsubscribed after blockchain nonsense

    What an absolute joke to inject an episode sponsored by Coinbase into the feed of a climate podcast. Absolutely pathetic way to sell out.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    passy1337
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Uplifting

    In a world with so much bad news, love that this podcast has some episodes of things that are going in a positive direction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love it !!$!!
    United States4 months ago

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Guests are described as credible and well-informed, with a strong emphasis on practical insights.
Listeners praise data-driven hosting and global perspective on climate topics.
Some listeners critique sponsorships or hosting style but generally view content as high-quality and informative.

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#187
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#153
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#173
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#211
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#228
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The countries plotting the end of the fossil-fuel era
Q: Talk me through what this treaty is and why some countries bolt at the fact that, oh, we don't want to sign another treaty.
The guest explains that the treaty aims to coordinate fossil fuel phase-out with shared timelines and governance outside the UN consensus framework, addressing financing, debt, and investment shifts to enable actual action rather than voluntary pledges.
London’s mayor on lessons from one of the world’s greenest cities
Q: What challenges do you face in expanding electrification and green infrastructure across a large, diverse city like London?
Financing, maintaining affordable fares, coordinating across 32 boroughs, retrofitting older buildings, and ensuring progress is inclusive for renters and those in high-density housing.
London’s mayor on lessons from one of the world’s greenest cities
Q: Why do you think the ultra-low emission zone has faced opposition, and how do you respond to critics?
I emphasize the evidence of cleaner air and health benefits, the economics of reduced healthcare costs, and the adaptability of policies to local conditions, along with constant dialogue with communities to address concerns.
Zack Polanski’s plan to tax billionaires and make energy affordable
Q: What is your stance on energy subsidies and how would you fund them in the short and long term?
I propose funding energy subsidies through smarter taxation, including aligning capital gains with income tax to reduce wealth hoarding, while borrowing for investment in infrastructure that pays returns. In the short term, targeted subsidies backed by wealth taxation can alleviate bills; in the long term, investment in renewables and efficiency lowers costs and strengthens the economy.
Zack Polanski’s plan to tax billionaires and make energy affordable
Q: You've done something that no other Green Party leader has been able to achieve, which is polling higher than the major parties. How do you sustain this momentum?
The momentum comes from clear policy choices that address cost of living and climate together, with a practical plan that involves workers, communities, and an honest talk about trade-offs, not just slogans. Real change comes from delivering tangible benefits like cheaper bills, better jobs in green sectors, and strong public services, backed by credible long-term plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zero: The Climate Race

What is Zero: The Climate Race about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous conversations-driven series centered on the technologies, policies, and market dynamics steering the global transition to zero emissions. Episodes mix interviews with policymakers, investors, scientists, and business leaders to unpack cleantech breakthroughs, climate policy trade-offs, and real-world implementation from grids to transportation. Highlights include debates on energy security vs. decarbonization, mid-transition challenges, and the geopolitical implications of the energy shift. The show's strength lies in data-informed analysis, a global lens on climate tech, and a pragmatic, market-based approach that appeals to listeners who want tangible progress and credible experts. Expect thoughtful, sometimes provocative excha... more

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1. Tzeporah Berman
2. Richard Tice
3. Gerald Butts
4. Emily Gruber
5. Gordon LaForge
6. Sadiq Khan
7. Lili Pike
8. David Fickling

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