67: Dr. George Crabtree: Revolutionizing Energy Storage for a Greener Future
Guest host Corey Bennett interviews Dr. George Crabtree from Argonne National Laboratory about energy storage advancements. They discuss alternatives to lithium-ion batteries and the urgency for innovation driven by the Paris Accords.
66: Carolyn Dennett Exposes Shell’s Environmental Inaction
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
Matt Matern and Dr. Amgad Elgowainy of Argonne National Laboratory discuss 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.
63: Renee Grogan, Chief Sustainability Officer & Co-Founder at Impossible Mining
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.
61: Rex Parris, Mayor of Net Zero City, Lancaster, CA
Matt Matern and Mayor Rex Parris discuss Lancaster’s sustainability efforts. Lancaster, the first U.S. city to mandate solar panels on new homes, aims to be the first hydrogen city. Parris highlights practical measures, electric public transportation, and innovative hydrogen production.
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.
59: Brian Von Herzen on Seaweed’s Role in Fighting Climate Change
Matt Matern speaks with Dr. Brian Von Herzen, founder of the Climate Foundation. Dr. Von Herzen’s marine permaculture tech uses seaweed to restore ocean life and sequester carbon. Recently winning the XPrize, the goal is global expansion and significant CO2 reduction.
58: Traci Park, Attorney & LA City Council Candidate
Matt Matern chats with Traci Park, aspiring LA City Council member, about tackling homelessness, public safety, and economic challenges. She emphasizes collaboration and immediate action.
57: Dr. Charles Meneveau Discusses Wind Energy’s Potential & Future
Join Matt for an interesting discussion with Dr. Charles Meneveau on wind energy and how we can do our part to help the environment.
56: Dr. Leslie Field & David Rosenfeld on Solar Energy and Arctic Ice
Dr. Leslie Field discusses the Arctic Ice Project’s efforts to combat Arctic melt, and David Rosenfeld opposes cuts to rooftop solar incentives. Both stress the urgency of climate action and the need for innovative solutions and supportive policies.
55: California Senator Ben Allen’s Vision for a Greener California
Matt Matern and Senator Ben Allen discuss SB 343, SB 54, and AB 1395. Senator Allen emphasized public involvement in environmental legislation, green hydrogen, and balanced incentives for rooftop solar.
54: Regenerative Farming Insights with Joel Salatin & Greg Wendt
Matt Matern speaks with Joel Salatin and Greg Wendt, discussing regenerative agriculture. Joel highlighted transforming his farm using nature-based methods and the need for local support through farmers’ markets and CSAs. Greg emphasized responsible investing in sustainable practices.
53: Max Wilbert on Lithium Mining and Environmental Activism
Guest host Max Sloves speaks with Max Wilbert about his book “Bright Green Lies” and the destructive Thacker Pass lithium mine. He emphasized rethinking our relationship with the planet and called for political action and personal behavior changes.
52: Author Porter Fox on The Last Winter & Environmental Impact
Matt Matern and Porter Fox discuss his book, The Last Winter, and climate change’s impact on snowpacks. He stresses voting, reliable education, supporting advocacy groups, and policy changes. Porter urges focusing on scientific facts and expressed hope in American innovation.
51: Dar-Lon Chang & Jay Levin: Shaping a Greener Future
Matt Matern speaks with Dar-Lon Chang, an engineer who left ExxonMobil for environmental work, highlighting the need to displace fossil fuels with renewables. Jay Levin discusses the role of media in environmental awareness and his work with equipourkids.org on social-emotional learning.
50: Bill Snape on Biden’s Climate Strategy & Fossil Fuel Reduction
Matt Matern talks with Bill Snape from the Center for Biological Diversity about aggressive clean energy targets, criticizing the Biden administration’s delays. Bill advocates for direct action on emissions, renewable energy incentives, and emphasizes the role of citizen lawsuits and transparency.
49: Author Tony Juniper on COP26 & Climate Change Solutions
Tony Juniper, Chairman of Natural England, discusses his career, the outcomes of COP26, and the need for global cooperation in addressing climate change. Tony also speaks about renewable energy, stopping deforestation, and economic adjustments.
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.
47: Bill Magavern & Chris Chavez, Coalition for Clean Air
Matt Matern speaks with Chris Chavez and Bill Magavern from the Coalition for Clean Air. They discuss new refinery rules, the push for zero emissions by 2030, and tackling transportation pollution.
Jojo Mehta from Stop Ecocide International speaks about criminalizing environmental destruction, discussing its impact and importance.
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.
45: Attorney Thomas Linzey on Legal Frameworks for Environmental Justice
Matt Matern speaks with Thomas Linzey, who discusses his shift from traditional environmental law to advocating for local governance and rights of nature. He challenges the preemption doctrine and emphasizes community participation and environmental rights for sustainable futures.
44: Katie Surma & Christopher Berry: Advocating for Nature’s Legal Rights
Matt Matern speaks with Katie Surma about the “rights of nature” movement, granting legal rights to natural entities to protect the environment. Christopher Berry discusses legal personhood for animals, highlighting a Colombian case with hippos and ecocide, a concept to criminalize severe environmental harm.