Climate Confident

Dec 10 2024 199 ep. 36 mins 97
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Climate Confident is your go-to podcast for the latest in climate innovation and sustainable solutions. Hosted by Tom Raftery, this weekly series explores the cutting-edge strategies and success stories driving our global journey toward a cooler planet.

Every Wednesday at 7 AM CET, Tom engages with industry leaders, climate scientists, and sustainability pioneers to uncover actionable insights and transformative approaches to reducing emissions and revitalizing our environment. Whether you're a business leader, policy maker, or simply passionate about climate action, Climate Confident provides the inspiration and knowledge you need to make a real difference.

Subscribe now to stay informed, inspired, and ready to contribute to a sustainable future. Let's turn every episode into a step closer to a greener, more resilient world.

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Climate Action in Agriculture: Insights from the Dairy Methane Action Alliance

Dec 10 2024 38 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Katie Anderson, Senior Director at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). Katie leads efforts to drive climate action in the food and agriculture supply chain, making her an incredible resource on a topic we need to tackle urgently: methane emissions in agriculture.Methane, a poten

The Future of Marine Electrification: How Batteries Are Powering the Maritime Industry

Dec 03 2024 37 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Kruger, founder of AYK Energy, a leader in marine battery innovation. Together, we delved into the exciting yet challenging world of maritime electrification and the technologies driving its growth.Chris shared insights into the evolution of marine batteries, from their humb

The Truth About Net Zero Targets: Insights from John Lang

Nov 26 2024 40 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by John Lang, Project Lead at the Net Zero Tracker and a leading figure in the fight for transparency and accountability in climate action. Together, we explore the complexities behind net zero commitments and unpack what’s needed to transform promises into meaningful results.John explains the work of

The Hidden Power of Sovereign Wealth Funds in Tackling Climate Change

Nov 19 2024 39 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Ana Nacvalovaite, a research fellow at the University of Oxford’s Kellogg College Centre for Mutual and Co-Owned Business. Ana brought a wealth of insight into a fascinating and complex topic: the role of sovereign wealth funds in advancing sustainability, tackling climate ch

The Intersection of Energy, Climate, and Humanitarian Aid: David Nicholson on Mercy Corps' Mission

Nov 12 2024 42 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I chat with David Nicholson, Mercy Corps' Chief Climate Officer, about their impactful work at the intersection of climate resilience, energy access, and humanitarian action. Mercy Corps operates across 42 countries, tackling critical issues around food and water security, governance, and economic opportunity—all

Reducing Ice Rinks' Carbon Footprint: Glice’s Eco-Friendly Ice Rinks Explained

Nov 05 2024 32 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of *Climate Confident*, I’m joined by Viktor Meier, CEO and co-founder of Glice, a company that's transforming ice sports by creating eco-friendly, zero-energy synthetic ice rinks. We dive into the story behind Glice, exploring how Viktor's early commitment to environmental issues led him on a journey to revolutionise ice skating without the envir

Reducing AI, and Tech’s Environmental Impact: A Deep Dive with SustainableIT.org’s Ralph Loura

Oct 29 2024 34 mins  
Send me a messageHere’s a deep dive into sustainable IT with Ralph Loura, co-founder and Chairman of SustainableIT.org. In this episode, Ralph shares his journey from CIO to sustainability advocate and outlines why the tech industry must take accountability for its environmental impact. We cover the unique role of technology leaders in driving sustainability, tackling issues like

Leveraging Athlete Influence for Climate Leadership – A Conversation with Lew Blaustein

Oct 22 2024 41 mins  
Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Lew Blaustein, founder and CEO of EcoAthletes, an organisation dedicated to inspiring athletes to lead the charge on climate action. We delve into Lew’s fascinating career pivot, from sports marketing to environmental advocacy, sparked by the events of 9/11 and a pivotal Tom Friedman article

Biofuels, Carbon Capture, and Timber: Climate Solutions with Prof. Valerie Thomas

Oct 15 2024 38 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Professor Valerie Thomas from Georgia Tech to dig deep into some of the pressing topics in the climate space today – from carbon capture and biofuels to the growing potential of using timber in construction.We kicked off with carbon capture, a technology often seen as a critical tool in reducing atmospheric

Revolutionising Battery Technology: Dragonfly Energy's Dry Electrode Innovation with Dr Denis Phares

Oct 08 2024 36 mins  
Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had a great chat with Dr Denis Phares, founder and CEO of Dragonfly Energy. Denis shared the fascinating journey of how Dragonfly Energy came to be, stemming from his background in academia, and a desire to make a tangible impact on climate change through entrepreneurship.We delved into their innovative dry electr