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At Climate One, we believe in the power of open conversations to drive positive change. Through our thought-provoking discussions and interviews, we strive not only to raise awareness of climate issues and solutions, but to also empower individuals like you to take tangible steps toward a more sustainable future. But we can't make these critical climate conversations happen without your help. This month, we're asking our supporters to consider a donation as part of annual Spring Appeal. By contributing to Climate One, you’re empowering our program to continue bringing you informative discussions on our climate crisis each week. Your contribution will go directly toward producing new episodes and ensuring continued free access to these programs on podcast players and radio stations across the country. Thank you. https://lnkd.in/gxd_Z2Rb

The world hit a major renewable energy milestone in 2023. Get the full story in our weekly newsletter 📩

Plastic production is responsible for approximately 4% of total global emissions. Is Big Plastic the new Big Oil? To better understand the industry that has filled our oceans — and possibly even our bodies — all while enabling critical advancements in fields like medicine and EVs, Greg Dalton and Ariana Brocious speak with Alexis Jackson, Ph.D., Jane Patton, Professor Susannah Scott of UC Santa Barbara, and 2023 Goldman Environmental Prize winner diane wilson. Their full conversation is now available: https://lnkd.in/gigWmgdp

In just under a week, our colleagues Commonwealth Club World Affairs will host a Member-Led Forum on youth climate litigation. Tickets are available now for what promises to be an enthralling conversation:

California has staked much of its reputation on its green credentials, with state leaders touting its role on the leading edge of global and national climate progress. But with the Golden State falling behind on its ambitious emission targets and a state budget deficit looming, can the state maintain its climate policy leadership? Learn more in today's newsletter, which also features: 🔋 Visualizing California's rapid increase in battery storage 🇳🇱 Looking back at a Dutch climate lawsuit ⚡ Tesla shutting down its charging network team

California prides itself on being a trendsetter — in pop culture, media, and in cutting carbon pollution. But revamping the world’s fifth-largest economy is hard and complex, and the state's budget crunch isn't making things easier. On this week's episode, climate leaders from across the state, including Scott Wiener, Nancy Skinner, Liane Randolph, Mari Rose Taruc of California Environmental Justice Alliance, Eleni Kounalakis, and Jennifer Barrera join Co-Hosts Greg Dalton and Ariana Brocious to discuss the future of California climate policy.

While per capita carbon emissions are falling fast in the United States and Canada, the two nations remain far above the rest of the world — yet another example of how climate progress is rarely linear.

SF Climate Week 2024 is in the books! This week's newsletter reflects on Climate One's first year participating in the event, including: 🎧 Special bonus podcasts from SF Climate Week 📽 Links to archives of our livestreams from the event ⚡ Resources for those interested in home electrification, courtesy of Rewiring America And more ⬇

Give it up for yourselves, #SFClimateWeek 👏🏾 Had a very cool, very hot time playing the most famous fiduciary of Rewiring America, Mr. Heat Pump. Congratulations to Climate One for an incredibly smart and interconnected series of presentations. Excited for events today by Quilt + Four Fin Creative — holler if you're around!

There are still a few tickets left for the second half of our SF Climate Week events! Tomorrow, we're hosting Scott Wiener, Nancy Skinner, Eleni Kounalakis, Jennifer Barrera, and Alicia Seiger for a slate of discussions about the future of #California climate policy in the face of mounting budget woes. This level of state leadership in the same room is rarely seen outside of Sacramento, and you can secure your spot today: https://lu.ma/qugg4jnn