A Climate Change with Matt Matern

Learn about the breakthrough carbon removal technologies of the trailblazing professor Gaurav Sant. Dr. Sant will excite and encourage you with the different ways carbon dioxide emissions can be captured, stored and removed. 

From the startups he spearheaded, CarbonBuilt to Equatic - he is a revolutionary on the technique of removing carbon and transforming it into concrete, as well as the sequestration of carbon in oceans and creating green hydrogen.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern speaks with Robert Höglund, who discusses Sweden's ambitious carbon reduction goals and the importance of considering consumption-based emissions. Robert highlights efforts to measure and reduce carbon footprints from imported goods. 

He also manages the Climate Transformation Fund at Milkywire, which supports innovative carbon removal technologies. The conversation emphasizes the need for diverse solutions like direct air capture and the crucial role of policy and investment in achieving net-zero emissions.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern talks with Chad Frischmann about transitioning from fear-based to solutions-oriented approaches to climate change. Chad highlights his work with Project Drawdown and introduces Regenerative Intelligence, focusing on guiding sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of existing technologies, refrigerant management, and integrating indigenous knowledge. Collaboration and innovation are key to creating a regenerative future and achieving climate goals.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern and Dr. Roland Horne from Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability discuss geothermal energy. He emphasizes geothermal's low emissions and continuous energy supply, crucial in states like California and Nevada. 

Enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) are vital for broader use, supported by increased U.S. funding. Horne advocates for ground-source heat pumps in colder regions for their high efficiency. He calls for more investment and training to harness geothermal energy’s potential and support a sustainable energy future.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern chats with Lance Secretan, who emphasizes the need for inspiration in the environmental movement. Secretan reflects on his journey from CEO to author and critiques traditional corporate practices, advocating for compassionate leadership. 

They discuss Greta Thunberg's impact and stress the importance of courage in leadership. Secretan comments on political figures and calls for collaboration in politics and environmental efforts, suggesting tools like his Spirit@Work app to inspire personal growth and action.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern speaks with Joshua Spodek about sustainable living with host Matt Matern, emphasizing the importance of individual actions in driving systemic change. He shares his experiences of not flying for seven years and avoiding packaged food, which led to a healthier, cheaper, and more fulfilling life. 

Spodek encourages people to find their own meaningful connections to the environment. He also advocates for rethinking urban planning to reduce car dependency and create more livable communities.

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Matt Matern speaks with Terry Tamminen, CEO of AltaSea and former California EPA head. They discuss AltaSea's projects turning old Los Angeles port warehouses into centers for the blue economy, focusing on aquaculture, renewable energy, and underwater robotics.

Tamminen also shares his past work with Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation and kelp replanting efforts in Santa Monica Bay. He emphasizes the importance of bold environmental goals and policy in promoting renewable energy and tackling climate change.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern chats with Tricia Carey of Renewcell and Alissa Baier-Lentz of Kintra Fibers, discussing textile waste. The fashion industry contributes 10% of global pollution. Carey talks about Renewcell's recycling of textiles into new fibers, aiming for 1.5 billion t-shirts annually by 2030. 

Baier-Lentz explains Kintra's bio-based, compostable polymers as alternatives to polyester. Both stress designing for recyclability, sustainable practices, and consumer awareness.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern chats with Darya Sotoodeh and Kat Maier from Fridays for Future. They discuss the non-hierarchical nature of the movement, Greta Thunberg’s influence, and the importance of local activism. Darya highlights protests in Germany, while Kat focuses on U.S. coordination. 

They emphasize mass mobilization, systemic change, and the war in Ukraine's impact on energy policy. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in local climate efforts.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern speaks with Dr. Leslie Field from Stanford and Robert Verchick, Environmental Law Chair at Loyola University. Robert Verchick discusses his focus on climate resilience and disaster response, influenced by Hurricane Katrina, and highlights Biden's climate efforts. 

Field talks about preserving ice to combat climate change and improve water management. They discuss methane emissions and carbon capture challenges, emphasizing political will and collective action. Verchick promotes his podcast, "Connect the Dots."A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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