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The Land & Climate Podcast

Land and Climate Review
Climate Change
Carbon Offsetting
US Agriculture
Benzene
Deep Time Reckoning
Nuclear Waste
Farm Bill
Voluntary Carbon Market
Methane
Nitrous Oxide
Carbon Credits
Canada
Sustainable Forestry
Long-Term Thinking
Biodiversity Loss
Environmental Law
European Union
Climate Crisis
Food System
Air Pollution

The editorial team from The Land and Climate Review interview thinkers and policymakers in the world of economics, land-use and climate policy. Find more on our site at www.landclimate.org

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In September 2025, Vladimir Putin acknowledged that the climate crisis presents “risks” for Russia that are “very dangerous”. Though not unprecedented, such statements differ from other Russian government messaging that has argued climate threats are... more

President Trump has long expressed ambitions to annex Greenland, with mentions of the US acquiring the Danish autonomous territory dating back to 2019.  But the US relationship and interest with Greenland goes back centuries.

In a bonus episode of t... more

Bertie is joined by Mark Jacobson, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University, whose research formed the foundation for the Green New Deal. In his new book, “Still No Miracles Needed: How Today's Technology Can Save Our C... more

Last September, power cuts and water shortages triggered civil unrest in Madagascar, leading to the dissolution of its government. In recent months, Iran’s water crisis has led to public demonstrations and even a warning from President Masoud Pezeshk... more

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Recent Guests

Marianna Poberezhskaya
Associate Professor in Politics and International Relations at Nottingham Trent University, expert in Russian climate ideas and discourse
Nottingham Trent University
Episode: Are Russian climate politics changing?
Mia Bennett
Arctic expert, political geographer and co-author of Unfrozen
Author of Unfrozen
Episode: What does the US really see in Greenland?
Mark Jacobson
Professor of civil and environmental engineering and director of Stanford's Atmosphere and Energy Program.
Stanford University
Episode: Are we closer to reaching clean energy than we might think?
Annette Kehnel
Chair of Medieval History at the University of Mannheim and author specializing in sustainability practices in Medieval Europe
University of Mannheim
Episode: Can the past reframe our view of a sustainable future?
Matthew Hole
Fusion expert and co-chair of the International Fusion Research Council of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Australian National University
Episode: Fusion: is it finally coming together?
Dagomar Degroot
Renowned environmental historian and associate professor at Georgetown University.
Georgetown University
Episode: Is Earth's climate written in the stars?
Gökçe Günel
Anthropology Professor
Rice University
Episode: Can Gulf petrostates really build green cities?
Wim Carton
Co-author of The Long Heat
Lund University
Episode: Can tech really save us from climate disaster?
Thea Riofrancos
Associate Professor of Political Science at Providence College and strategic co-director of The Climate and Community Institute, expert researcher on mineral mining.
Providence College
Episode: Is the race for minerals unnecessary?

Hosts

Alasdair McEwan
Host of discussions on climate policy and environmental issues, focusing on sustainability and innovation.
Bertie Harrison-Broninski
A host specializing in historical and contemporary sustainability practices, engaging with experts to explore environmental challenges.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
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    Having been an avid listener of podcasts on climate and the energy transition, and following a number of similar channels on youtube, upon finding the Land&Climate podcast I have to say it`s in a league of its own. The depth and breath of the info presented, plus the calibre of the international guests interviewed is first class. Muchas gracias for the excellent work.

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    Petrogrand
    United States3 years ago

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What does the US really see in Greenland?
Q: Can you see tourism developing and the economy is developing?
The population is growing but not exponentially due to tourism or climate change. Rather, there's a centralization of the population to Nuuk for economic opportunities.
Are we closer to reaching clean energy than we might think?
Q: Why do you think that a lot of the integrated assessment models give different results than your own work?
Mark explained that these models often make outdated assumptions and neglect important factors like air pollution and opportunity costs.
Are we closer to reaching clean energy than we might think?
Q: Did you have an expectation that you might come to these conclusions?
Mark shared that his motivation stemmed from early experiences with air pollution and the desire to understand and solve the problem.
Meltdown: is it too late for the Arctic?
Q: Are we heading towards war?
While there's a risk due to rising militarization, the speaker emphasizes the unique cooperative nature of the Arctic region, suggesting armed conflict is not inevitable.
Meltdown: is it too late for the Arctic?
Q: Describe this meltdown in more detail, starting with the landscape, and then the consequences for the inhabitants of the Arctic region and for animal life.
Climate change in the Arctic is leading to unprecedented warming, impacting ecosystems, wildlife, and human communities significantly, causing unpredictable ecological shifts.

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What is The Land & Climate Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intersection of economics, land-use, and climate policy, this podcast engages with diverse experts and policymakers to discuss pressing environmental issues. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, including the impacts of climate change on the Arctic, historical perspectives on sustainability, and innovative solutions like nuclear fusion and urban green projects. Highlighting the voices of academics, activists, and industry leaders, this podcast offers deep insights into current environmental challenges and promotes thoughtful discourse on how to effectively address them. With an emphasis on international cooperation and indigenous rights, it brings unique perspectives that are likely to resonate with listeners committed to s... more

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