In our second episode of this season, Ann catches up with an old friend and international public servant; Livia Hollins.

Livia has worked for the UN, the UNFCC, as well as currently serving for New Zealand's Ministry for the Environment. She also has embarked on a quest to rewild her land by planting 10,000 native trees.

In this episode of Mission Possible, Ann Braithwaite speaks with Livia Hollins about the complexities of climate change and natural hazards, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovative thinking in addressing these challenges. They discuss the shift from risk-focused thinking to opportunity-driven approaches, the evolution of adaptation practices, and the need for community engagement and technology in climate action. Livia shares her personal project of planting trees and envisions a climate adaptation innovation hub to foster collaboration and experimentation.Plus another fun Old ways, New Ways segment to sink your teeth into.

Ann Braithwaite is a facilitator, systems thinker, strategic change adviser, foresight practitioner that helps leaders find paths through complex issues.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mission Possible

01:46 Chat with Livia Hollins

03:03 Understanding Natural Hazards and Climate Change

06:10 Shifting Paradigms: From Risk to Opportunity

08:52 Collaboration in Climate Adaptation

11:49 Evolving Practices in Climate Adaptation

15:00 The Role of Innovation in Climate Solutions

18:06 Defining Mitigation and Adaptation

21:13 Building Adaptation Communities

24:12 Lessons from Intergovernmental Negotiations

26:55 Human Connection and Technology in Climate Action

29:49 Global Goals and Local Actions

33:06 Livia's Personal Climate Project

35:56 Vision for a Climate Adaptation Innovation Hub

39:03 Conclusion and Future Directions

44:47 Old Ways, New Ways: The Silk Road