The Sustainable Future

Matthew Chang
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The Sustainable Future podcast explores issues related to sustainability through an interdisciplinary lens, including food, health, policy, technology, and design. Each episode, we investigate and discuss the latest topics in this space through the mindsets of scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, nonprofit founders, and many others. Join us as we dig deeper into these issues and explore how we can take action for the future of our environment.

  1. Value of local political engagement in addressing climate change

    10/21/2024

    Value of local political engagement in addressing climate change

    Special Election 2024 Episode with Tomas Castro, an Orange County Climate Equity Advocate and Organizer at Climate Action Campaign. Tune in to this episode to hear more about the OC Climate Voter Guide that he is spearheading with the Citizens' Climate Lobby and how to keep elected officials accountable and transparent with regards to climate policy.

    15 min
  2. Powering a clean energy future with Joe Mosca

    08/23/2024

    Powering a clean energy future with Joe Mosca

    Hear from Joe Mosca! Joe Mosca is the CEO of the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA), where he leads efforts to advance clean energy and sustainability. With a background in California's energy sector and public service, Joe has also served as the mayor of Sierra Madre and president of the San Dieguito Water District. He represents OCPA on the California Community Choice Association's Board of Directors and is a passionate advocate for a clean energy future. Joe holds a Juris Doctorate from Quinnipiac University and has been a California Bar Association member for 20 years.

    35 min
  3. Optimism and service to the community in the face of climate doom with Jade Allison-Robles

    03/03/2024

    Optimism and service to the community in the face of climate doom with Jade Allison-Robles

    Jade Allison has resided in Orange County, California for the past couple of years. Since childhood, she has been passionate about climate change and sustainability. Over the past year, she has been an active member in several local climate groups. Her primary participation is with Reform and Sustain, a group for young environmentalists in Orange County, and the Climate Collective website where she helps post local climate events. When available, Jade also enjoys attending other climate groups' events as well as outdoor restoration events. In her free time, she loves spending time outdoors hiking, rock climbing, and paddleboarding with her dog. Currently, Jade is pursuing a career as an environmental chemist specializing in water quality testing and analysis.

    30 min
  4. Political campaigns and climate activism cultures with Tomas Castro

    03/02/2024

    Political campaigns and climate activism cultures with Tomas Castro

    It was great to speak with Tomas Castro of Climate Action Campaign today. He serves as an OC Climate Equity Advocate and Organizer, and he has also been active in Citizens' Climate Lobby chapters in OC and UC Berkeley, his alma mater. Tune in to learn about his experience working various roles in political campaigns across the nation as well as shaping policy in his current position at CAC.

    20 min
  5. Future of equitable climate action in Irvine with Ayn Craciun

    01/29/2024

    Future of equitable climate action in Irvine with Ayn Craciun

    Such a pleasure to chat with Ayn Craciun, Irvine City Council candidate and OC Policy Director of Climate Action Campaign. She's been a strong advocate of climate action in Irvine and a vocal critic of the fossil fuel industry. Tune in to hear more about her aspirations for the city and ways to become involved in her campaign. Her website is ayn4irvine.com and her kickoff meeting is on Feb. 25, 2024 at 2pm!

    32 min
  6. Addressing climate change through community organizing and education with Patty Oh

    01/26/2024

    Addressing climate change through community organizing and education with Patty Oh

    How can we unite neighborhoods together in the face of climate change anxiety? Listen in to Patty Oh, manager of the Cool Orange County project, as she navigates her personal career through the corporate world and the environmental movement. Learn more about her work at coolirvine.org.

    21 min
  7. The significance of political polarization and youth community involvement with Linda Kraemer

    12/28/2022

    The significance of political polarization and youth community involvement with Linda Kraemer

    Ms. Linda Kraemer is a climate advocate and leader of the Orange County Climate Reality Project, an umbrella organization run by Former Vice President Al Gore. As an active member of the environmental community and a mentor for student activists, Ms. Kraemer discusses the importance of youth involvement and the significance as well as the possible solutions for political polarization today. Learn more about Ms. Kraemer's work here and about Al Gore's climate workshop here.

    22 min
  8. Combating climate change and promoting environmental advocacy in California with Cottie Petrie-Norris

    11/05/2022

    Combating climate change and promoting environmental advocacy in California with Cottie Petrie-Norris

    Ever wonder about the work our legislators do in Sacramento? Hear about the environmental projects and state bills led and passed by Assemblywoman Cottie-Petrie Norris of California's District 74, representing Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach, Laguna Woods, Newport Beach, and portions of Irvine & Huntington Beach. We discuss her plans for climate action in her second term and we also receive a feature from her energetic dog, Flounder! Learn more about Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris and her great work here.

    29 min
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The Sustainable Future podcast explores issues related to sustainability through an interdisciplinary lens, including food, health, policy, technology, and design. Each episode, we investigate and discuss the latest topics in this space through the mindsets of scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, nonprofit founders, and many others. Join us as we dig deeper into these issues and explore how we can take action for the future of our environment.

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  • Creator
    Matthew Chang
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Matthew Chang
  • Show Website
    The Sustainable Future