1 hr 16 min
Susan Cook-Patton - The Science Behind Carbon The Earthshot Podcast
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“What keeps me up at night is that people would think that we can use natural climate solutions like reforestation instead of fossil fuel reductions, because it’s not an either/or, it’s a both/and.” -Susan Cook-Patton
Susan Cook-Patton, a senior scientist at the Nature Conservancy, joins hosts Patrick Leung and Armando Davila for a deep dive into the science behind carbon and nature-based climate solutions. Susan gives us an insider’s look into the world of scientific data, sharing practical insights and revealing the gaps that exist in climate research. She shares that recent studies paint a dire picture of our future if we don’t act fast (within the next decade) to change our destructive course, and yet also shares her “stubborn optimism” that we will pull through. This delightful and deep conversation is both intelligent and love-filled and is a must-listen for anyone interested in science, nature, and sustainability.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Susan’s work as a carbon accountant
Reforestation as a powerful natural climate solution
The importance of local engagement in reforestation projects
Why good data is critical for addressing the climate crisis
Susan’s journey of becoming a climate scientist
How planting native trees supports the health of the entire ecosystem
The secret world of caterpillars
The abundance of information that’s already available to answer research questions
Why natural carbon solutions are not enough: It’s critically important to reduce carbon emissions as well!
Why no one single solution holds the answer
The ability of forests to rehabilitate themselves
Why mixed timber plantations are much better than monoculture plantations
Why we need more women in scientific professions
How we can improve knowledge sharing and the importance of open source data
Why more up-to-date information is needed in the scientific community
Biodiversity loss and how science can help
The importance of using conscious language when speaking about nature
Susan’s “stubborn optimism” for a better future and how she cultivates and shares it with others
RELEVANT LINKS:
Earthshot Labs: www.earthshot.eco
The Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org
Susan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-cook-patton-ph-d-3904a448
Intro & Outro Music by Little Whale: https://littlewhale.bandcamp.com
“What keeps me up at night is that people would think that we can use natural climate solutions like reforestation instead of fossil fuel reductions, because it’s not an either/or, it’s a both/and.” -Susan Cook-Patton
Susan Cook-Patton, a senior scientist at the Nature Conservancy, joins hosts Patrick Leung and Armando Davila for a deep dive into the science behind carbon and nature-based climate solutions. Susan gives us an insider’s look into the world of scientific data, sharing practical insights and revealing the gaps that exist in climate research. She shares that recent studies paint a dire picture of our future if we don’t act fast (within the next decade) to change our destructive course, and yet also shares her “stubborn optimism” that we will pull through. This delightful and deep conversation is both intelligent and love-filled and is a must-listen for anyone interested in science, nature, and sustainability.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Susan’s work as a carbon accountant
Reforestation as a powerful natural climate solution
The importance of local engagement in reforestation projects
Why good data is critical for addressing the climate crisis
Susan’s journey of becoming a climate scientist
How planting native trees supports the health of the entire ecosystem
The secret world of caterpillars
The abundance of information that’s already available to answer research questions
Why natural carbon solutions are not enough: It’s critically important to reduce carbon emissions as well!
Why no one single solution holds the answer
The ability of forests to rehabilitate themselves
Why mixed timber plantations are much better than monoculture plantations
Why we need more women in scientific professions
How we can improve knowledge sharing and the importance of open source data
Why more up-to-date information is needed in the scientific community
Biodiversity loss and how science can help
The importance of using conscious language when speaking about nature
Susan’s “stubborn optimism” for a better future and how she cultivates and shares it with others
RELEVANT LINKS:
Earthshot Labs: www.earthshot.eco
The Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org
Susan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-cook-patton-ph-d-3904a448
Intro & Outro Music by Little Whale: https://littlewhale.bandcamp.com
1 hr 16 min