92: Revolutionizing EVs: Steve Fambro’s Journey with Aptera’s Solar-Powered Vision
Matt Matern interviews Steve Fambro about Aptera's EV innovation, highlighting solar charging and aerodynamics with their all-solar car!
91: A Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough with NIF’s Bruno Van Wonterghem
Matt Matern chats with Bruno Van Wonterghem from LLNL. Bruno discusses his journey in laser science and NIF's recent fusion ignition breakthrough. This milestone is vital for national security and clean energy. He highlights the need for ongoing improvements, funding, and global collaboration for fusion energy.
90: Seth Godin: Tackling Climate Change with The Carbon Almanac
Matt Matern interviews Seth Godin on The Carbon Almanac, a collaborative climate guide. Godin emphasizes systemic changes over individual actions, critiquing the "carbon footprint" concept.
89: How Adam Wright’s Vespene Energy Tackles Methane Emissions with Microgrids
Matt Matern interviews Adam Wright, CEO of Vespene Energy, which reduces methane emissions from small landfills using self-sustaining microgrids. These convert landfill gas to electricity for data processing. Projects aim to cut U.S. landfill methane by 22%.
88: Osprey Orielle Lake Discusses WECAN’s Impact at COP27 & Climate Action
Osprey Orielle Lake of WECAN emphasizes the vital role of women in addressing climate change and discusses COP27's advancements, including the new loss and damage fund.
85: Tony Salas on Shared-X and Boosting Smallholder Farmers’ Productivity
Matt Matern interviews Dr. Tony Salas, CEO of Shared-X. Dr. Salas discusses impact investing, regenerative agriculture, and supporting smallholder farmers. He calls for genuine ESG investments and collaboration to scale impact farming and combat climate change.
Dr. Lee Frelich discusses his journey in ecology, the impact of earthworms on Minnesota forests, and the feasibility of planting a trillion trees with Matt Matern. He emphasizes reducing CO2 emissions and improving forest management to combat climate change and preserve Minnesota's biomes.
75: Jay Famiglietti Discusses Agriculture’s Role in California’s Water Crisis
Matt Matern interviews Jay Famiglietti about California's worsening water crisis, emphasizing prolonged dry periods and excessive agricultural use. Jay calls for efficient practices, a national water strategy, and better industry water accounting. Urgent action is needed.
74b: From Sea Ice to Glaciers: Reflective Technology’s Impact
Matt Matern discusses glacier melt solutions with Dr. Leslie Field, Dr. Soumitra Das, and Dr. Subarna Bhattacharyya. They highlight Dr. Field's reflective material, climate modeling, and a November climate concert to raise awareness and funds. Global cooperation is essential.
74: Michelle Moore on “Rural Renaissance” and Clean Energy Solutions
Matt Matern interviews Michelle Moore about "Rural Renaissance." Moore, CEO of Groundswell, discusses community solar, energy efficiency, and local engagement in clean energy. She highlights local heroes and stresses the importance of local actions for climate goals.
73: Bill Nussey: Clean Energy Entrepreneur & Author of “Freeing Energy”
Matt Matern interviews Bill Nussey, author of "Freeing Energy." Bill discusses the disruptive potential of small-scale solar systems, the need to reduce regulatory barriers, and the economic benefits of rooftop solar, envisioning millions of new jobs.
72: Mark Z. Jacobson: Pioneering a Renewable Future, One City at a Time
Matt Matern speaks with Dr. Mark Jacobson about renewable energy and climate policy. Jacobson advocates for 100% renewables by 2051, critiques nuclear power, and champions CO2 control and green technologies for a sustainable future.
71: Mike Barnard Discusses HVDC and The Future of Electric Grids
Michael Barnard of The Future Is Electric discusses his journey from tech to climate solutions. He emphasizes wind, solar, and storage over nuclear power, highlights HVDC's potential for electricity transmission, and critiques hydrogen's inefficiencies, advocating for battery advancements.
68: Empowering Change: Brett Walter’s Climate Action Now App
Guest host Max Sloves interviews Brett Walter from Climate Action Now. Brett discusses his app that mobilizes public demand for climate action, emphasizing the urgency of the crisis. He encourages collective action through the app's million messages campaign.
Carolyn Dennett, ex-Shell Oil consultant, left after 11 years due to Shell's inaction on climate change. Frustrated by their continued oil and gas expansion, she urges companies to transition to sustainable practices. Dennett calls for collective action and praises Extinction Rebellion's advocacy.
65: Inside Argonne Lab: Dr. Amgad Elgowainy on Hydrogen Breakthroughs
Dr. Amgad Elgowainy of Argonne National Laboratory discusses developing hydrogen and electrification technologies. Argonne, funded by the Department of Energy, aims to produce hydrogen at $1/kg by 2031. The $8B Hydrogen Hubs initiative supports clean energy efforts.
64: Hydrogen Fuel: A Game Changer for Brian Goldstein’s Energy Independence Now
Matt Matern speaks with Brian Goldstein, director of Energy Independence Now (EIN), on hydrogen technology's potential over batteries due to metal scarcity. Goldstein discusses California's leadership, federal and state support for hydrogen, and the need for balanced climate solutions.
Matt Matern interviews Renee Grogan from Impossible Mining about seabed mining. Renee emphasizes the need for sustainable practices and strong regulations, highlighting the critical need for metals for a green economy and the depletion of terrestrial resources.
62: Farming Our Future with Peter Lehner: A Climate Crusade
Matt Matern and Peter Lehner discuss agriculture’s role in global emissions, critiquing EPA estimates and highlighting methane from livestock. Proposes reforms and kelp feed to reduce impact.
60: Dr. Sandor Mulsow on Saving Oceans from Mining Exploitation
Matt Matern speaks with Dr. Sandor Mulsow about deep-sea mining, the International Seabed Authority's governance issues, and the need for a mining moratorium. Dr. Mulsow stresses the importance of protecting our oceans through better scientific research and global action.
48: Climate Solutions with Steve Valk & Jerry Hinkle of Citizens Climate Lobby
Matt Matern speaks Steve Valk and Jerry Hinkle from Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL). They discuss creating political will for climate solutions, the carbon fee and dividend policy, bipartisan successes, and the importance of a carbon border adjustment mechanism.
46: Jojo Mehta on Stopping Ecocide & Transforming Environmental Accountability
Guest host Max Sloves speaks with Jojo Mehta from Stop Ecocide International. They discuss criminalizing mass environmental destruction at the International Criminal Court. Jojo emphasizes the importance of public discourse and the role of American voices.
42: Brett Winterble on Rush Limbaugh, Climate Change, & Vaccines
Matt Matern and Brett Winterble discuss Rush Limbaugh's legacy, climate change, and vaccine mandates. They debate Limbaugh's impact on politics, with Matt critical and Brett defensive. The conversation concludes with a call for constructive dialogue.
40: Bruce Horowitz, Owner of Ripe Landscapes on Permaculture
Guest host Max Sloves talks with Bruce Horowitz from Ripe Landscapes about permaculture, a sustainable practice mimicking natural ecosystems. They discuss its benefits, from fostering local food movements to building resilient communities, and its applicability everywhere.
