In today’s episode, I discuss whether climate change solutions must be beautiful. I discuss whether protest movements can make a difference with a few protests each year or whether a change in design values, considering the environment and beauty, will drive consumption in the right direction. I reveal the leaders using beauty as a component in their climate-friendly products. I also discuss the desperate need for urban design and planning to change and start creating walkable cities.

In today’s episode, I discuss win-win climate solutions that are better for everyone, including the planet. I consider the role of design appeal in climate change technology solutions and highlight technological solutions that have a great design, including the Rivian truck and the hydroponic appliances from Natufia. I also discuss the role of architecture in encouraging city dwellers to bike or walk instead of using carbon-emitting vehicles.

In today’s episode, I discuss climate change solutions that improve modern life. I discuss why it’s critical for business owners, policymakers, and environmental activists to work in tandem with each other to achieve climate change solutions. I discuss how normalizing environmental lifestyle choices through the products we use every day can impact the future and consider the importance of excellent design in motivating people to purchase sustainable products. I reveal the climate-friendly products that have a beautiful design, including showerheads that reduce water consumption, buildings built from eco-friendly materials, and household drinks machines that can reduce the number of disposable aluminum cans we use. I also discuss architecture’s role in creating walkable cities.

Sara Bogdan joins me today to discuss business in the climate change era and how JetBlue Airways will achieve its goal of being carbon neutral on all its flights in the U.S. in 2020. She reveals why she has set a personal carbon reduction goal and her motivation to move from research into a climate action based role. She shares how sustainable aviation fuel is made and the considerable emission reductions it provides. Sara also highlights how JetBlue is converting its fleet of ground vehicles to electric models, the on-flight recycling programs, and the airline’s investigations into domestic electric air travel.

Doug Parsons joins me today to discuss why the time to adapt to climate change is now. He shares how climate adaptation differs from climate resilience and the benefits to society that change might cause. Doug highlights why Europe is further ahead with climate adaptation and how the risks of making small personal changes may result in overlooking the larger picture. We also discuss the parts that people need to play in adaptation and reveal the many different emerging roles for adaptation professionals

Andrew Winston joins me today to discuss business leadership in the age of climate change. He shares five ways that companies can act to drive sustainability and reduce carbon. Andrew highlights the conflicts between profit and growth against sustainability. He discusses the moral and business logic behind changing policies now and how companies can empower employees and stakeholders to be activists. Andrew also shares how companies can leverage their purchasing power and rethink their investment models to make a positive impact on climate change.

Amanda Sturgeon joins me today to discuss how we can build a vibrant living future for all. She shares why we need to stop thinking about what we can’t do and instead, focus on creating green communities, innovations, and reconnecting with nature. Amanda shares the motivation behind the Living Buildings, Living Communities, and Living Product Challenges as well as the meaning of biophilic design. She also discusses the proof case for creating living buildings to overcome the mindset of building homes simply to make a corporate profit.

Pete Krull joins me today to discuss creating a clean economy and investing like your future - and the planet’s future - depends on it. He shares how portfolios that don’t invest in fossil fuel companies are performing better than those that do. Pete shares five tips for people who want to get into socially responsible investing (SRI) and align their investments with their beliefs. He also reveals the essential steps you should take before investing, including doing your due diligence, ensuring diversification, and speaking to a professional.

James Tolbert joins me today to discuss how everyday Americans can stand up for climate legislation. He shares the mission of Citizens’ Climate Lobby and how ordinary people can get involved in making a change on both national and local levels. He highlights why it is vital to engage in conversations with people who have alternative perceptions of the climate. He also shares five tips to help you take your first steps in getting your views heard on climate change and climate policies.

Akshat Rathi joins me in today’s episode to discuss how you can increase your knowledge of climate solutions. He reveals the possibilities of the world scaling climate change solutions fast enough and effectively enough to tackle carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels. Akshat also shares how the adoption of clean technologies differ in the West and the East and why it has become vital for regulations to be put in place to ensure carbon emissions decrease.