Climate Careers

In this episode, we sit down with David Steven Jacoby, a supply chain expert, educator, and published author deeply engaged in decarbonization efforts. Our conversation goes beyond the basics, delving into the application of game theory to understand the recent backtrack on net zero commitments. David's insights offer a global perspective on achieving net zero emissions, touchi

Today, we're diving into the journey of Oliver Dauert, the founder of Wildya, an app and community dedicated to transforming eco-anxiety into action. Oliver traded his corporate career for a career dedicated to biodiversity. Faced with eco-anxiety and a longing for purpose, Oliver took a leap, leaving behind the familiar for the unknown. Join us as we explore the power of negat

In this captivating episode of the Climate Careers podcast series, we journey with our guest Dena Prastos, from the natural splendors of Anchorage, Alaska, to the cutting-edge waterfronts of Astoria, Queens. Discover how a childhood spent amidst the great outdoors fueled a passion for sustainable architecture and led to pioneering work in climate adaptation. Delve into the challe

Join us as we explore Ruth's unique journey, from navigating the corridors of one of the world's largest consulting firms to charting her own course towards sustainability-driven entrepreneurship. As a consultant at McKinsey, Ruth saw the immense potential to drive sustainability initiatives within both private and public sectors. Drawing from her background and deep inter

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Philippa Lockwood, the Sustainable Agriculture Program Manager at Clif Bar's Impact and Sustainability team. Philippa will share her invaluable expertise in cultivating agricultural resiliency, both within and beyond Clif Bar's supply chain. Get ready to be inspired by her innovative approaches, including field-based technical assi

In today's episode, we're thrilled to host Oliver Yorke, a senior venture manager at Startup Basecamp, a pioneering ecosystem platform dedicated to combatting climate change. Oliver shares his invaluable experience transitioning from corporate environments to championing environmental and social innovation. Get ready for an enlightening conversation exploring the intersecti

Feeling stuck in your current career path? You're not alone. Join us in this episode as we explore the journey of Amanda Horn, a passionate entrepreneur in the blue economy. Discover how she navigated her pivot towards purpose-driven work, shedding light on the individuality of finding alignment between your profession and your passions. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and a

🌊 Beyond its dazzling shades of blue, the ocean is unequivocally, a global connector. This is a belief that R. Tyler Buckingham has taken throughout his career at the convergence of media, collaboration and the coastal space. As Co-Founder and Executive Producer of Coastal News Today & American Shoreline Podcast Network, his journey has been a rich experience, full of learn

Join us to hear from Nagashree Manwatkar, Ex-Senior Operations Leader at Tesla, and an environmental sustainability torchbearer with 2 decades of experience in clean tech and the building industry. 🌿 At Tesla, Nagashree worked in a variety of projects in the Energy division, mainly focused on B2B Residential Storage. Today, she is embodying the spirit of the climate pivoter as

Welcome, everyone! In this episode, we're diving into the world of private equity and venture capital. We're thrilled to have two esteemed alumni, Zeinab Ayoub and Fabian Kurj, shedding light on these sectors, particularly within the realms of ESG and sustainability. Join us to explore the pivotal role the finance sector plays in the climate transition, with a special emph