50 Shades of Green: A Climate Group Podcast

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50 Shades of Green is the official podcast of Climate Group, the global nonprofit mobilizing business and government to accelerate climate action. Each episode, we sit down with the leaders, innovators, and changemakers from our international network, corporate sustainability officers, policymakers, clean energy pioneers, and frontline advocates, to explore what real climate progress looks like across industries, governments, and communities. Whether you're a sustainability professional navigating net zero commitments, a policymaker shaping climate legislation, or simply someone who wants to understand what's actually being done about climate change, this is your inside track on the conversations that matter. Accessible, honest, and grounded in action - because the climate crisis is too urgent for jargon and too complex for simple answers. Subscribe now and join a global community working toward a world of net zero, nature recovery, and fair energy for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Action, resilience, innovation: Your guide to Miami Climate Week

    1D AGO

    Action, resilience, innovation: Your guide to Miami Climate Week

    Miami isn't just a cautionary tale, it's becoming a blueprint. In this episode of 50 Shades of Green, we sit down with David Duckenfield, Executive Director of Miami Climate 365, to explore how South Florida is tackling its most urgent climate threats head-on. From sunny day flooding and saltwater intrusion through porous limestone, to the world's first Chief Heat Officer and Miami's newly designated role as a federal climate tech hub, David breaks down what makes Miami Climate Week unique, and why in-person, community-rooted climate action matters more than ever. Whether you're working in climate resilience, urban heat mitigation, clean technology, or community organizing, this episode offers a ground-level look at how one city is building a climate movement all year long and what it could mean for the Global South and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  2. Heat pumps 101: The home upgrade that saves money and cuts emissions

    MAR 12

    Heat pumps 101: The home upgrade that saves money and cuts emissions

    In this episode of 50 Shades of Green, we sit down with Cora Wyent, Head of Research & Data Science at Rewiring America, the US' leading electrification nonprofit, to demystify one of the most impactful climate and cost‑saving technologies available today: heat pumps. Cora breaks down: What a heat pump is and how it works as a highly efficient, two‑in‑one heating and cooling systemHow electrification lowers energy bills, boosts indoor air quality, and reduces carbon emissionsWhy 75% of U.S. households could save money by switching to a heat pumpTools Rewiring America offers - including incentives calculators, a personal electrification planner, and a national network of quality contractorsHow renters can electrify their homes, from portable heat pumps to induction hot platesWhy every home is a “unicorn” and what that means for your own electrification journeyWe also dive into policy, workforce readiness, energy equity, and how electrification can help address rising utility costs, especially for vulnerable communities. Whether you're a homeowner, renter, or just energy‑curious, this episode will change how you think about the appliances that shape your daily life. See below for resources mentioned in the episode: Rewiring America Savings CalculatorRewiring America's Latest Homegrown Energy ReportNational Quality Contractor NetworkResources for renters! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  3. The new green workforce: Why every job can be a climate job - CUNY, Nicole Bagliore

    MAR 5

    The new green workforce: Why every job can be a climate job - CUNY, Nicole Bagliore

    This week on 50 Shades of Green, we sit down with Nicole Bagliore from CUNY to break down how the university is actively building the next generation of the green workforce. We dive into: • How students are stepping directly into real climate and clean energy roles • The skills employers want right now • Why any job - from business to trades - can become a green job • New opportunities in battery storage, clean energy, and AI‑powered energy auditing If you're exploring climate careers or hiring sustainability talent, this conversation delivers clear, practical insights. Check out CUNY's Industry Support Hub to learn more about how your business or organization can connect with CUNY to power the green economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  4. All (climate) politics is local - Run on Climate, Jack Hanson

    FEB 26

    All (climate) politics is local - Run on Climate, Jack Hanson

    How can people get involved in climate action at the local level? And how does local action move the needle on emission reduction? In the latest 50 Shades of Green, we speak to Jack Hanson, Executive Director of Run on Climate, to explore the pivotal role local governments play in advancing innovative solutions across areas like building standards, zoning, energy efficiency, and sustainable mobility. Learn more and get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  5. Fighting for food security - City Harvest, Jilly Stephens

    FEB 19

    Fighting for food security - City Harvest, Jilly Stephens

    In the latest episode of 50 Shades of Green, we talk with Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest, New York City’s first and largest food rescue and food distribution organization. We dive into how food rescue, food waste diversion, and sustainable supply chain practices come together at City Harvest, from farm and production to procurement, logistics, and last‑mile delivery. Their work keeps millions of pounds of nutritious food out of landfills and redirects it to New Yorkers who need it most, while also preventing thousands of tons of carbon emissions. If you’re interested in sustainability, climate solutions, food systems, or NYC community impact, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  6. Going Greenland - Dr. Mark Nuttall

    FEB 12

    Going Greenland - Dr. Mark Nuttall

    Anticipation vs. adaptation? In the latest 50 Shades of Green, learn how Greenlanders deal with the everyday realities of a changing climate and its far reaching impacts from ecosystems to economies. We speak with Dr. Mark Nuttall, Professor and Henry Marshall Tory Chair in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Alberta, about his extensive research in Northwest Greenland and the ripple effects of climate change on life near the Arctic Circle and why it matters in the geopolitical conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  7. Sustainable Mobility Market Analysis in the Global South - Cyriac Joseph

    FEB 5

    Sustainable Mobility Market Analysis in the Global South - Cyriac Joseph

    How are countries across the Global South approaching sustainable mobility and what can we learn from their implementation? In this episode, we speak with Cyriac Joseph. Cyriac offers a top-down overview on the e-mobility landscape across several different countries including India, Brazil, and South Africa, and provides insight on how these countries are moving the needle on climate action smart and sustainable mobility policies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  8. Powering Sustainable Mobility in Costa Rica - ASOMOVE; Silvia Rojas

    JAN 29

    Powering Sustainable Mobility in Costa Rica - ASOMOVE; Silvia Rojas

    What makes Costa Rica stand out in the e-mobility scene? In this episode, our host Phil Kehoe speaks with Silvia Rojas, Executive Director of the Costa Rica sustainable mobility organization ASOMOVE, to provide a breakdown on how the Central American country made such significant progress on their climate goals. Then, co-host Adam Lake joins the discussion for some insight and analysis on Costa Rica's road ahead and what it means to live 'pura vida.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
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50 Shades of Green is the official podcast of Climate Group, the global nonprofit mobilizing business and government to accelerate climate action. Each episode, we sit down with the leaders, innovators, and changemakers from our international network, corporate sustainability officers, policymakers, clean energy pioneers, and frontline advocates, to explore what real climate progress looks like across industries, governments, and communities. Whether you're a sustainability professional navigating net zero commitments, a policymaker shaping climate legislation, or simply someone who wants to understand what's actually being done about climate change, this is your inside track on the conversations that matter. Accessible, honest, and grounded in action - because the climate crisis is too urgent for jargon and too complex for simple answers. Subscribe now and join a global community working toward a world of net zero, nature recovery, and fair energy for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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