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. Communicating Climate Change LIVE: The Abundance Debate

    3D AGO

    Communicating Climate Change LIVE: The Abundance Debate

    Recorded live at the US Leaders Forum in Washington, D.C., this special episode of 50 Shades of Green dives into one of the biggest questions shaping climate action today: can the “abundance” narrative unlock real progress—or is it just another buzzword? Featuring a live debate moderated by The Spectator’s Ben Clerkin, this episode brings together leaders from across politics, business, and climate advocacy to challenge conventional thinking on clean energy, economic growth, and government’s role in driving change. The conversation explores why we already have the technology to cut emissions at scale, what’s holding deployment back, and whether politics—not innovation—is the biggest barrier to progress. From rising energy demand and affordability concerns to bipartisan frustration over slow permitting and grid constraints, panelists make the case that climate change is no longer just an environmental issue—it’s an economic one that requires urgent, systemic action. Featured panelists include: Jigar Shah, Managing Partner, Multiplier Craig Segall, Senior Advisor, Federation of American Scientists Heather Reams, President and CEO, Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions Bob Keefe, Executive Director, E2 Expect bold takes, real disagreement, and a clear takeaway: the solutions exist—but the world needs to move from talking to doing. Subscribe to The Spectator here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m
  2. Fuel-Free Futures: Championing affordable climate solutions with Utah Clean Energy

    APR 30

    Fuel-Free Futures: Championing affordable climate solutions with Utah Clean Energy

    What does effective climate action look like in a conservative state, and how can clean energy actually save people money? In this episode of 50 Shades of Green, host Phil sits down with Sarah Wright, Founder of Utah Clean Energy, for a wide-ranging conversation on practical, people-centered climate solutions. Drawing on her background in geology and public health, Sarah explains why Utah Clean Energy focuses on energy efficiency, building electrification, zero-emission homes, clean transportation, and grid decarbonization, and how these strategies improve both air quality and household affordability. Sarah shares how reframing climate change as a health, community, and economic issue has helped bring together unlikely allies, including the creation of Utah’s Climate and Clean Air Compact with more than 200 business, faith, and civic leaders. She also discusses why fuel-free resources like wind and solar protect families from volatile energy costs, and how smart building design can deliver billions in long-term savings. The conversation closes with lessons from nearly two decades of climate advocacy, from finding shared values in tough negotiations to making sure renters and low-income households aren’t left behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  3. Invest in Our Future: How clean energy powers jobs and economic growth

    APR 23

    Invest in Our Future: How clean energy powers jobs and economic growth

    In this episode of 50 Shades of Green, we’re joined by Peter Colavito, Executive Director of Invest in Our Future (IOF), to explore how community-led clean energy deployment can unlock economic opportunity while accelerating climate action. Peter shares how IOF bridges the gap between policy and project implementation, ensuring federal clean energy investments like those from the Inflation Reduction Act actually reach the communities that need them most. We dig into the biggest barriers slowing clean energy deployment, from siting and permitting challenges to financing gaps, workforce shortages, and a deeply polarized public narrative. You’ll hear why local voices - workers, farmers, school leaders, and community advocates - are far more persuasive than top-down messaging, and how IOF is helping build a national network of “builders” who can tell the real stories behind clean energy success. We also look at powerful examples of collaboration between the private sector, government, and grassroots organizations, and what funders can do right now to keep momentum alive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  4. We Are Guardians: Inside the fight to save the Amazon

    APR 16

    We Are Guardians: Inside the fight to save the Amazon

    What does it take to protect the Amazon when your life is on the line? In this powerful episode of 50 Shades of Green, we sit down with Academy Award–winning filmmaker Fisher Stevens and forest guardian and co-director Chelsea Greene to talk about their urgent new documentary, WE ARE GUARDIANS. The film follows Indigenous leaders, activists, and even loggers caught inside the world’s most dangerous environmental conflict—where illegal deforestation, corporate interests, and climate change collide. From uncontacted tribes and frontline forest guardians to the global supply chains driving destruction, We Are Guardians reveals the human stories behind the Amazon crisis and why this fight matters to all of us. We explore: The real risks facing Indigenous land defenders in the AmazonHow documentaries can spark political and cultural changeConcrete actions viewers can take, from boycotts to banking choicesWhy protecting the rainforest is inseparable from protecting humanity’s future We Are Guardians premieres globally on Earth Day and streams worldwide across major platforms. Listen now to understand why we are all guardians, and what’s at stake if we fail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  5. Methane: the climate emergency brake - local action on potent pollutants

    APR 9

    Methane: the climate emergency brake - local action on potent pollutants

    Methane is one of the most powerful - and overlooked - drivers of climate change. In this episode of 50 Shades of Green, we sit down with Ken Alex, former senior policy advisor to California Governor Jerry Brown and current leader at UC Berkeley’s Center for Law, Energy and the Environment (CLEE), to explore why methane reduction is one of the fastest ways to slow global warming. Ken shares how his work on international and subnational climate policy led to the creation of the Subnational Methane Action Coalition (SMAC), a global partnership of state and regional governments working to cut methane emissions across key sectors like oil and gas, agriculture, landfills, and waste. We discuss why methane is up to 80 times more potent than CO₂ in the short term, how satellite monitoring and data innovation are transforming accountability, and why states and local governments are uniquely positioned to deliver real, near-term climate results. From reducing food waste and fixing methane leaks to deploying low‑cost solutions like landfill bio‑covers, this conversation highlights practical, scalable strategies that can make an immediate impact. If you want to understand why methane matters, and how policy, technology, and collaboration can drive rapid climate progress - this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  6. How Mast Reforestation turns wildfire damage into carbon removal

    APR 2

    How Mast Reforestation turns wildfire damage into carbon removal

    Wildfires are reshaping North America and the future of our forests. In this episode, we sit down with Grant Canary, CEO of Mast Reforestation, to explore how climate tech, biomass burial, and large‑scale reforestation can turn wildfire destruction into long‑term carbon removal. Grant shares why fixing the atmosphere is “the problem all other problems report to,” and how Mast rebuilds forests faster by burying fire‑killed trees to lock carbon away for thousands of years. We also discuss shrinking natural regeneration rates, the overwhelmed seed supply chain, and what it takes to restore burned landscapes at scale. If you care about climate solutions, carbon removal, forest restoration, or how innovation can reshape our response to megafires, this episode offers a clear look at the technologies and strategies shaping our planet’s future. Topics Covered: • Why natural forest recovery is dropping from 90% to as low as 40%–70% after wildfires • How biomass burial locks carbon away for thousands of years • What it takes to rebuild seed and seedling supply chains • The role of carbon markets in financing large‑scale reforestation • How Mast went from construction to carbon‑credit issuance in just nine months Listen in for a hopeful, actionable look at climate innovation and what it will take to restore our forests for the next generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  7. How Maryland embeds climate action into every dollar - Secretary Serena McIlwain

    MAR 26

    How Maryland embeds climate action into every dollar - Secretary Serena McIlwain

    Maryland is reshaping what climate leadership looks like — not just through bold targets, but through the dollars that bring those targets to life. In this episode of Fifty Shades of Green, we sit down with Secretary Serena McIlwain of the Maryland Department of the Environment to explore how the state is embedding climate action into its budgeting system and building a government where climate impact is part of every decision. Secretary McIlwain breaks down how Maryland: Aligns 26 state agencies using a unified climate budgeting frameworkTracks more than $3.5 billion in climate‑aligned spendingRedirects funding toward resilience, clean energy, and vulnerable communitiesLeverages partnerships like the Under2 Coalition to mobilize private investmentBuilds long‑term stability so climate action continues regardless of politics You’ll hear how Maryland is institutionalizing climate responsibility, building market certainty, and ensuring everyday public investments cut pollution, lower costs, and support communities facing real climate impacts. If you want a look inside what “next‑generation climate budgeting” really means, and how states can transform ambition into results, this episode is a must‑listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  8. Action, resilience, innovation: Your guide to Miami Climate Week

    MAR 19

    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
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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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