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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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When it comes to green tech, China is a list of superlatives. It produces more solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles and batteries than anywhere else in the world. But is finance the real climate hero? This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi is join... more

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Climber Alex Honnold is best known as the star of Free Solo, an Oscar-winning documentary that followed his rope-free ascent of the 3,000-foot (1,000-meter) face of Yosemite’s El Capitan. But he has also established the Honnold Foundation to bring so... more

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Energy consumers are used to a pretty simple transaction with utility companies: get electricity to power your home, pay up every month. Now, more consumers are stockpiling their own energy using solar panels and batteries. And some are even making m... more

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On the morning of August 26, a glacial collapse in the Himalayas triggered a flash flood that sent ice, mud, rocks and fast-moving water through a valley in Nepal, wiping out entire communities. This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi is joined by Lou Del Be... more

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Recent Guests

Ma Jun
Chairman of the Hong Kong Green Finance Association; former Chief Economist of the People's Bank of China
Hong Kong Green Finance Association
Episode: Inside China’s $7 trillion green finance market
Alex Honnold
Climber, philanthropist and author
Honnold Foundation
Episode: Free Solo climber Alex Honnold's next mission: solar for everyone
Aaron Wilkes
Home energy trader and system designer
Independent trader
Episode: Do-it-yourself energy traders are gaming the grid: Big Take
Greg Robinson
Retired utility customer participating in virtual power plant
Private individual
Episode: Do-it-yourself energy traders are gaming the grid: Big Take
Lou Del Bello
Bloomberg News reporter covering energy, commodities and climate
Bloomberg News
Episode: Nepal disaster shows how mountains are becoming less stable
Paul Behrens
British Academy Global Professor at the Oxford Martin School, specializing in food, energy and economic systems
Oxford Martin School
Episode: How to fix our vulnerable food system
Lord Nicholas Stern
Professor of Economics and Government at the London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: More than AI, this century’s growth story is climate action
Caroline Lucas
Former leader of the UK's Green Party and long-time MP
Green Party (UK)
Episode: When climate change threatens national security
Javier Blas
Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering energy and commodities
Bloomberg
Episode: The Iran war revealed that China has a new energy weapon

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Akshat Rathi
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 940 ratings
  • Free Solo

    Very good episode, Zero. This guy Honnol besides amaze us with his attitude to face challenging altitudes to climb, he turns his ability into a charity to help others.

    And help with climate. Action > Policy.

    Good summary

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maritxulanda
    United States11 days ago
  • Please keep up the great work

    So important

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Billybill1984
    United States13 days ago
  • A ray of optimism

    I have learnt something in all episodes and Zero permits me a shard of optimism in a dark and darkening world. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3202sirhc
    Canada21 days ago
  • Fantastic

    For people interested in the climate crisis as it relates to global markets and geopolitics, this is probably the best podcast out there,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Most Dapper Cadaver
    United Statesa month ago
  • Gratitude

    This show has deserved a great review from me for a long time. I listen to it regularly, but often don’t scroll down to offer a review or to rate the show. It’s one of my favourite podcasts. I like the questions that are asked and I like the tone. Every show seems informative, without being argumentative. That’s a gift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chevy Bolt
    Canada3 months ago

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Thoughtful, data-driven climate discussions with strong guest diversity
Consistently high-quality, globally relevant perspectives on energy transition
Balances policy, tech, and markets without getting preachy

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#247
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#90
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Free Solo climber Alex Honnold's next mission: solar for everyone
Q: How did your experiences climbing influence your approach to philanthropy?
Climbing taught me to focus on process, risk assessment, and delivering tangible results; that mindset translated into funding practical, on-the-ground solar projects that directly improve people's lives.
How to fix our vulnerable food system
Q: What policy levers could help shift consumption without creating backlash?
Policy should blend incentives for healthier, lower-emission diets with targeted subsidies that support farmers through transitions, fund rewilding and nutrient-rich food production, and build public understanding of the benefits through transparent, science-backed messaging.
How to fix our vulnerable food system
Q: What makes the food system so vulnerable to climate change and geopolitics right now?
Climate change is already increasing weather extremes that disrupt yields, while geopolitical events compound risk, inflation, and market volatility; together these factors threaten food security unless policy and innovation align to reduce emissions and improve resilience.
More than AI, this century’s growth story is climate action
Q: If you were to leave the audience with one bit of advice to prompt more action, what would it be?
Understand the scale of risks and the enormous opportunities from a different growth path: the developing world can leapfrog dirtiest stages by investing in clean energy and infrastructure, while managing the transition with proactive policy, public buy-in, and clear cost-benefit messaging.
More than AI, this century’s growth story is climate action
Q: Why are we still waiting for stronger climate action despite clear economics and multiple books making the case?
A combination of high cost of capital, vested interests defending fossil rents, habit and dislocation costs, and political factors that slow policy adoption; addressing these requires credible, transparent policy design and public communication about long-term benefits and short-term costs.

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The show brings together policymakers, scientists, investors, and corporate leaders to examine practical pathways to a zero-emissions world. Episodes frequently explore energy markets, climate finance, geopolitics, and the real-world implications of policy choices—ranging from heat-pump subsidies and grid modernization to offshore wind and carbon strategies. A standout trait is the willingness to challenge conventional narratives, featuring diverse viewpoints from both industry insiders and academics, with a global lens on energy transition dynamics. For potential listeners, it's a solid choice if you want thoughtful, data-driven discussions that connect technology, policy, and markets to tangible climate outcomes.

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Recent guests on Zero: The Climate Race include:

1. Ma Jun
2. Alex Honnold
3. Aaron Wilkes
4. Greg Robinson
5. Lou Del Bello
6. Paul Behrens
7. Lord Nicholas Stern
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