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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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There's always big ideas in the climate technology space, but it can be hard to get your head around all the different types of technologies making waves. What’s real and what’s low-carbon smoke and mirrors? This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi teams up w... more

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There’s a battle underway to win the energy export market between the world’s two largest economies: The US wants the world to buy its fossil fuels, while China wants to sell the world its clean energy technologies. For now, there is a clear winner: ... more

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The UK used to be a shining example of how to act on climate change. It created one of the world’s first climate laws in 2008, which bound the government to reduce emissions on tight deadlines. That law used to have cross-party support, but that’s no... more

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AI needs a lot of energy — and a new Bloomberg investigation has found that those soaring costs are being passed on to consumers who live near data centers.

On today’s Big Take podcast, host David Gura talks to Bloomberg reporters Josh Saul and Leo... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Jackson
CEO of Octopus Energy, a major UK energy retailer focused on providing affordable clean energy solutions.
Octopus Energy
Episode: Renewables promised to be cheap. Why aren’t people feeling it?
Kevin Stanley
A resident of Baltimore discussing his high energy bills due to nearby data centers.
Episode: Big Take: AI data centers use a lot of energy. You may be paying for it
Stephen Stapczynski
Editor of energy stories and natural gas writer at Bloomberg
Bloomberg
Episode: A return to coal? AI’s demand for gas turbines risks a new crisis: Bottlenecks Series
Colin McKerracher
Head of Transport for Bloomberg NEF
Bloomberg NEF
Episode: The extraordinary rise of electric cars in developing countries
Monira Al Qadiri
Kuwaiti visual artist focused on the relationship between art, climate, and fossil fuels.
Episode: Building monuments to the end of oil
Sylvain Filippi
Co-founder, Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer of Envision Racing
Envision Racing
Episode: Formula E shows the mind-boggling speed at which electric cars evolve
Rachel Slaybaugh
Partner focused on climate sustainability and energy at DCVC, former tenured professor of nuclear engineering at UC Berkeley.
DCVC
Episode: How rich countries can build cheap nuclear power again
Laura Clarke
CEO of ClientEarth, a leading environmental NGO that uses law to hold polluters accountable.
ClientEarth
Episode: How a bunch of students beat big polluters in the world's highest court
Jigar Shah
A clean energy industry expert who previously served as the head of the Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office.
Episode: How to fight against Trump’s attack on clean energy

Host

Akshat Rathi
Host of the show, reporting on climate issues, with a focus on the intersection of technology and climate change advocacy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 800 ratings
  • Easily Digestible and Informative

    Akshat breaks down complicated environmental topics for the layman to understand. Whereas other environmentally-minded podcasts can be too dry and technical, Zero will prompt even mildly-interested listeners to get pumped about green politics and technologies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JFred1988
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Climate podcast

    Love this podcast — so smart, full of info, positive, focused on solutions. I always learn a lot and share episodes frequently as they are all so good. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maracent
    United Statesa month ago
  • Big picture on climate

    My number 1 podcast for climate updates! Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moiranonnweiler
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent

    Intelligent conversations about climate issues and solutions, in an optimistic tone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deepdeb123
    United States2 months ago
  • Great listen!

    I’ve enjoyed the 2 part pod on nuclear, very informative, thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fast n Heavy
    United States2 months ago

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High-quality journalism providing clarity on complex environmental issues.
Diverse guests offering a wide range of perspectives on sustainability.
Engaging conversations on vital climate topics and innovative solutions.

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#96
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#84
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#169
Australia/Business
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#81
Ireland/Business
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#83
Belgium/Business
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#84
New Zealand/Business

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Building monuments to the end of oil
Q: What do you think we are missing when we run away from sadness?
Repressing sadness prevents us from fully experiencing our emotions; it can be a noble experience that informs our lives.
Building monuments to the end of oil
Q: How do you view the relationship between art and living in a post-truth world?
Art reflects the times we live in, and it can manipulate emotions, challenging how we perceive reality.
Building monuments to the end of oil
Q: What in your view is the point of art?
Art serves as a reflection of human experience and remains throughout time, capturing different worlds and moments.
Formula E shows the mind-boggling speed at which electric cars evolve
Q: Are you worried about the backlash against EVs, given the large US audiences for sport?
Sylvain expresses a long-term optimism about electric cars despite current headwinds, noting ongoing industrial investments in EV technology.
Formula E shows the mind-boggling speed at which electric cars evolve
Q: Can you talk through the evolution of what the race looked like when it started and how has it evolved to now?
Sylvain reflects on the changes in race format from needing two cars per driver to now having improved technology allowing a single car to race the full distance, highlighting advancements in battery technology.

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Focused on the ongoing challenges and innovations in addressing climate change, this podcast features in-depth conversations with experts from diverse fields, including venture capital, science, legislation, and corporate leadership. Each episode highlights different strategies and technologies aimed at achieving zero emissions, offering listeners insights into the practical steps being taken to create impactful change in the climate crisis. Notably, the discussions include varied perspectives on the effectiveness of different approaches and the future of climate policies, making it an engaging resource for those interested in environmental issues and sustainable business practices.

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Recent guests on Zero: The Climate Race include:

1. Greg Jackson
2. Kevin Stanley
3. Stephen Stapczynski
4. Colin McKerracher
5. Monira Al Qadiri
6. Sylvain Filippi
7. Rachel Slaybaugh
8. Laura Clarke

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