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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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Since the US and Israel launched their attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, global energy markets have been frenetic, prices swinging up and down with each new headline. Even with the prospect of the Strait of Hormuz reopening, prices of oil and gas have rise... more

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Will the Iran War finally be the moment where countries move to renewables en masse, or will they rely more heavily on fossil fuels? This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi is joined by Aurore Belfrage, a tech investor, geopolitical risk advisor, and sustain... more

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Here's Why is Bloomberg’s short explainer podcast, where we take one big news story and break it down in just a few minutes with help from our experts across the newsroom.

We're dropping into your feed with a special episode featuring Akshat Rathi, ... more

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Zack Polanski is challenging the notion that you can’t be Green and a popular politician. Since he became the leader of the UK’s Green Party in September 2025, he has run a campaign that’s pushed his party ahead of the incumbent Labour Party and oppo... more

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Recent Guests

Akshat Rathi
Senior climate reporter and host of Zero podcast
Bloomberg
Episode: Here's Why: The Iran war resets the energy transition
Zack Polanski
Leader of the Green Party in the UK
Green Party (UK)
Episode: Zack Polanski’s plan to tax billionaires and make energy affordable
Todd Woody
Bloomberg reporter
Bloomberg News
Episode: Big Take: The energy crisis is speeding up clean tech adoption worldwide
Jim Skea
Professor, Chair of the IPCC
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
Episode: The future of climate science without US support
Abi Daré
British-Nigerian novelist; author of So I Roar
Author, So I Roar
Episode: ‘Everywhere I looked, climate change bled’ Abi Daré on writing fiction: Imagine series
Jason Bordoff
Director of the Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: War with Iran is a nightmare for oil and gas. What does it mean for clean energy?
Luke Kemp
Researcher affiliated with the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge, Centre for the Study of Existential Risk
Episode: Lessons to avoid societal collapse, from 5,000 years of history
Amanda Agaddi
Chief Investment Officer for PNC's Asset Management Group
PNC Financial Services
Episode: (Sponsored Content) Evolving Money: Blue Chip Meets Blockchain
Yuma Sasaki
Founder and CEO of Dodai, an electric two-wheeler startup in Ethiopia
Dodai
Episode: Ethiopia’s fossil fuel car ban is a vision of the future

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Akshat Rathi
Award-winning reporter with expertise in climate and energy topics, frequently interviews leaders in these fields, bringing depth and insight to discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 879 ratings
  • 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 Kingdoma month 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 Kingdom2 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 States2 months ago
  • Great source of climate information

    Thank you for all the perspectives presented and the enormous amount of information given. This show has been incredibly helpful with the Climate Literacy I’m trying to build

    In Western Australia.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peenehdooz
    Australia2 months ago
  • Essential listening for engaged citizens

    Another great, really important episode. Thank you!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ghb59
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its informative insights on climate strategies and technologies.

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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.
Lessons to avoid societal collapse, from 5,000 years of history
Q: What practical steps can today's global governance take to reduce collapse risk?
Adopt open or deliberative democracy, implement citizen juries, broaden political voice, and invest in democratic institutions and fair governance to curb arms races and exploitative practices.
Lessons to avoid societal collapse, from 5,000 years of history
Q: Why does inequality play such a crucial role in collapse risk?
Inequality drives polarization, elite competition, increased vulnerability, and creates conditions where shocks have disproportionate effects, making societies more prone to collapse.
Lessons to avoid societal collapse, from 5,000 years of history
Q: What is the Mortality of States Index and why is it central to your definition of collapse?
It is a Cambridge database used to measure average state lifespan, identify causes of collapse, and compare historical case studies to understand common patterns.

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Focused on the critical issues surrounding climate change, the content covers cutting-edge technologies, innovative business strategies, and shifts in policy essential for achieving zero emissions. Topics frequently discussed include renewable energy, electric vehicles, climate finance, and the impact of legislative actions on environmental practices. This platform provides listeners with a multifaceted perspective on the climate crisis, offering insights from a diverse range of voices including scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. Notably, the inclusion of cultural narratives, such as the intersection of art and climate change, enriches the discourse, making complex topics accessible and engaging for a broad audience.

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Recent guests on Zero: The Climate Race include:

1. Akshat Rathi
2. Zack Polanski
3. Todd Woody
4. Jim Skea
5. Abi Daré
6. Jason Bordoff
7. Luke Kemp
8. Amanda Agaddi

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