Best Direct Air Capture Podcasts (2025)

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Power to the people: How solar energy — cheap, plentiful and available everywhere — is poised to change the world 48:10

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As you may have heard, solar energy is having a moment. Thanks to several technological breakthroughs, it’s now the cheapest form of energy generation in most places on Earth. This past summer, for the first time ever, it became the EU’s main source of electricity, and many other parts of the world — Pakistan, Nigeria and most famously, China — are…

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How REGENT is creating a fundamentally new mode of transportation with Seagliders 49:41

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In this episode, we speak with Billy Thalheimer, co-founder and CEO of REGENT, who shares how the company is redefining travel with their all-electric Seagliders. Thalheimer discusses: Solving the regional travel gap: How seagliders address the transportation problem on 50–200 mile coastal routes, creating a faster, cheaper, and greener alternative…

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Dubai Airshow Special: Can the Middle East’s aviation boom and sustainability ambitions coexist? 19:49

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In this special compilation episode, recorded live at the Dubai Airshow 2025, five aviation industry leaders share their perspectives on whether the Middle East can balance rapid aviation growth with sustainability goals. Featuring insights from: Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports Julien Manhès, Head of SAF and CDR, Airbus Yousif Bin Saeed Al Loot…

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Solve for X S4 Trailer 1:54

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Get ready for Solve for X season four! Join journalist Manjula Selvarajah as she goes behind the hype and headlines to make sense of how new technologies are reshaping our world. This season we learn about the solar revolution, robot dexterity, a device that zaps forever chemicals and more. Subscribe and listen beginning November 27. Solve for X is…

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How Microsoft built the corporate playbook for scope 3 decarbonisation 40:49

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In this episode, we speak with Julia Fidler, former Director of Market Development for Energy, Connectivity, and Sustainability at Microsoft, who shares how the company built partnerships that are reshaping corporate approaches to scope 3 emissions. Fidler discusses: How Microsoft’s early carbon fee on scope 1, 2, and 3.6 emissions created the foun…

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How the oneworld BEV Fund is accelerating next generation SAF technologies 46:11

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In this episode, we speak with Matthew Ridley, Director of Sustainability and Innovation at the oneworld Alliance, who shares the story behind the groundbreaking $150 million Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) fund launched in partnership with the alliance’s member airlines and Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Ridley discusses: The alliance investm…

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From problem to solution: How sargassum seaweed could power sustainable aviation 40:20

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mar Fernández-Méndez, founder of MacroCarbon and professor at the University of Bremen, about her journey from Arctic ice researcher to seaweed entrepreneur. Dr. Fernández shares how she's turning pelagic sargassum into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) while creating a carbon-negative process that enhances marine b…

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How Direct Air Capture Companies Make Money - 2/3 9:42

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Hello everyone! This is the second episode of series about Direct Air Capture describing Technology & Timing, Business Model & Scability (2nd post here) and finally the players (coming soon) Sponsor this newsletter or one of my LinkedIn posts. Be a guest on my podcast, book me for a conference, or something else? Work with Reactor. Listen to the po…

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How Vancouver International Airport is racing to net zero by 2030 53:25

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In this episode, we speak with Tamara Vrooman, CEO of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), who shares how the airport has committed to achieving net zero by 2030, and the detailed roadmap they’ve developed to get there. Vrooman discusses: YVR’s accelerated net zero timeline: How they moved from a 2040 target to 2030 by creating a detailed, measur…

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He cleaned a lagoon… with bubbles 1:05

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He cleaned a lagoon… with bubbles Meet Marino Morikawa, a Peruvian nanoscientist. When his father called to say the lagoon of his childhood—El Cascajo—had become a dump, Marino left his lab in Japan and flew home. Using ultra-fine nanobubbles (≈50–100 nm) made with hardware-store parts, he built a natural, chemical-free system that traps pollutants…

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This city ski slope heats and powers 150,000 people—by burning their trash. 0:55

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How Syzygy Plasmonics is turning biogas into cost-competitive sustainable aviation fuel 54:59

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In this episode, we speak with Trevor Best, Co-founder and CEO of Syzygy Plasmonics, who shares how his company’s proprietary photocatalytic technology converts waste biogas into sustainable aviation fuel, and has the potential to reach fossil jet fuel parity. Best discusses: NovaSAF’s unique value proposition: converting biogas from landfills, dai…

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Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 1 36:35

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Valentina Guido, Senior Associate at RMI, joins as guest host on this episode of The Energy Talk podcast recorded in Kampala, Uganda during the Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) in 2025. We discuss the Global Women in Clean Energy Fellowship program that recently launched its first cohort in Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Zambia. This episode also incl…

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AI-Enhanced Dream Control: Next Frontier in Sleep Tech? 15:47

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Two AI hosts go head-to-head on one of the most provocative ideas in sleep science: AI-enhanced dream control. Is it the dawn of a new frontier, or just science fiction dressed in hype? Drawing on recent research, one side argues that advances in single-channel EEG, wearable hearables, and AI-driven sleep staging point to technologies that could on…

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3 Weeks, 100+ Homes: Inside the Largest 3D-Printed Neighborhood 0:42

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In Georgetown (USA), a full 3D-printed neighborhood is coming online—fast. Not a concept render: real homes, printed on-site, then finished with solar + smart energy controls. Why it matters Speed: printed in about 3 weeks for the shell phase Less waste: additive construction = minimal material offcuts Energy positive potential: solar panels + smar…

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How two young women are revolutionising direct air capture with supercapacitor technology 49:44

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In this episode, we speak with Silvia Pugliese and Monica Larrazabal, co-founders of Norma and the only all-female founding team among the c.150 direct air capture startups operating today. They share how their breakthrough supercapacitor approach could drastically slash the energy requirements of carbon capture. Pugliese and Larrazabal discuss: Ho…

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Fog → Drinking Water: The Simple Tech Bringing Potable Water to Arid Regions 1:19

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These giant meshes turn fog into drinking water—no pumps, no power. It’s CloudFisher, a system developed by the German NGO WasserStiftung that captures airborne moisture with technical plastic nets stretched into the wind. How it works Zero energy: wind + fog, no electricity required Durable & recyclable: engineered to resist winds up to 120 km/h P…

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It’s different all over: Embracing the complexity of human biology 20:02

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By uncovering critical sex-based differences related to brain and metabolic health, researchers Gillian Einstein and Minna Woo are making the case that tailored interventions are key to improving health outcomes for women — and everyone else. Through their work exploring how conditions from Alzheimer’s to kidney disease can have varied effects depe…

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How OMV is pioneering Europe's sustainable aviation fuel transition 39:22

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In this episode, we speak with Nina Marczell, Senior Vice President of Industrial Sales & Marketing for Fuels & Feedstock at OMV, who shares how the integrated energy company is leading sustainable aviation fuel development from early production to commercial scale across Europe. Marczell discusses: OMV's early-mover advantage, launching SAF produc…

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How Direct Air Capture Works (and Why Now) 10:08

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👋 Imagine a giant vacuum cleaner — but instead of dust, it’s pulling carbon dioxide straight out of the sky. It’s called Direct Air Capture (DAC), and it’s no longer science fiction. Real plants are running today in Iceland, Texas, and California. In this episode of Reactor, we break down: 🌬️ How Direct Air Capture actually works — step by step 🧪 T…

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Floating Solar: Saving Water & Powering Communities #climatetech #deeptech #water #sustainability 1:12

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💧☀️ In Australia, 1 trillion litres of water vanish every year — lost to evaporation. But what if the solution was simple… and powerful? Floating solar panels are changing the game. They shade reservoirs, cutting water evaporation by up to 50%, *while also generating clean electricity*. Even better, the cool water underneath helps the panels work m…

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How ZeroAvia is leading aviation’s transition to hydrogen-electric propulsion 59:06

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In this episode, we speak with Val Miftakhov, CEO and founder of ZeroAvia, who shares how the clean propulsion systems company is championing hydrogen-electric engines that could transform commercial aviation. Miftakhov discusses: ZeroAvia’s vertical integration strategy for developing in-house fuel cells, power electronics, and motors. The company…

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From Hockey Star to Climate Innovator 1:09

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From the ice rink to the fight against climate change. Brent Story once wore the jersey for Team Canada in hockey. Now he’s leading EmitiQ — a company making sustainability simpler for businesses around the world. Instead of endless reports and confusing rules, EmitiQ helps companies: ✔️ Measure emissions automatically ✔️ Follow climate rules corre…

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Why Loganair believes regional airlines will lead aviation's sustainable future 51:13

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In this episode, we speak with Luke Farajallah, CEO of Loganair, UK's largest regional airline that operates the world's shortest commercial flight and the only airline globally that lands commercially on a beach. Farajallah discusses: Loganair's unique "fishing in a big pond" approach to sustainable aviation, investing simultaneously in SAF, hybri…

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CAMCO’s $250M REPP 2 Fund: Building the African grid of the future 41:52

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In this episode of The Energy Talk, we delve into the inner workings of the REPP 2 fund, a groundbreaking initiative managed by Camco, aimed at transforming the renewable energy landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa. We welcome Ben Hugues (Fund manager of REPP 2) and Ieva Indriunaite (former head of REPP 2’s technical assistance facility), to share insig…

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How Electra aims to bring sustainable air travel to communities everywhere 40:06

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In this episode, we speak with Marc Allen, CEO of Electra.aero, who shares how the hybrid-electric aircraft company is using its patented blown-lift technology to make regional air travel more accessible. Electra is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and o…

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6 Tips to Generate Revenue as a Deeptech or Climate Tech Founder 55:59

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Are you building cutting-edge tech… but struggling to land your first customers? This video is for YOU. Whether you’re in deeptech, climate tech, or any science-based venture, I’ll walk you through 6 actionable sales strategies to help you go from prototype to paying customers — faster. 👇 What we’ll cover: 0:00 Intro — Why deeptech sales are hard 1…

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Why Twelve believes power-to-liquids will revolutionise sustainable aviation fuel production 33:42

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In this episode, we speak with Etosha Cave, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Twelve, who shares how the carbon transformation company harnesses carbon dioxide from industrial waste streams to produce efuels. Twelve is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the b…

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Cold comfort: How to keep cool without destroying the planet 27:13

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The hotter it gets outside, the more we use air conditioning, and the more we use air conditioning, the hotter it gets. AC units and refrigeration combined adds up to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. But how can we solve this cooling paradox? Building on last episode’s conversation with the UN’s global chief heat officer, host Manjula…

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Powering the Future with Yesterday’s Nuclear Waste: Hexana’s Big Bet 2:25

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What if tomorrow’s clean energy came from yesterday’s nuclear waste? In this episode, we explore Hexana, a French deep tech startup developing a next-generation small modular reactor (SMR) designed to decarbonize heavy industries like steel, chemicals, and even green hydrogen production. Hexana’s sodium-cooled fast reactor doesn’t just generate hig…

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Seizing the green iron opportunity with ZESTY 50:44

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The Innovating for Earth podcast series returns to discuss the green iron opportunity. Steel is the backbone of modern society, yet conventional steelmaking is one of the world's largest sources of industrial emissions. Green iron therefore offers a large opportunity to contribute to both global decarbonisation and development. If Australia can tak…

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EP: 38 The Rock-Solid Future of Carbon Removal w/ Enhanced Weathering 32:07

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In this episode of Catching Carbon, we dive into a carbon removal method that's moving fast from theory to large-scale deployment: enhanced rock weathering (ERW). Our guest, Ryan King from UNDO, walks us through the science, economics, and real-world application of this XPRIZE-recognized technology. Ryan helps us understand why enhanced rock weathe…

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5G from Space: How Constellation Is Connecting the Disconnected 2:22

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5G from Space: How Constellation Is Connecting the Disconnected What if you could stream Netflix from the middle of the Sahara—thanks to 5G from space? In this episode, we explore the bold vision of Constellation Technologies, a Paris-based startup building a low-orbit satellite network to deliver fiber-like 5G speeds anywhere on Earth. Founded by …

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Why IAG believes sustainable aviation requires both collaboration and competition 50:25

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In this episode, we speak with Aaron Robinson, Vice President of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the International Airlines Group (IAG), which has become the top airline globally for SAF use. IAG is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and order a copy he…

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Drones That Defy Physics: Inside Aerix’s Omnidirectional Revolution 2:49

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Drones That Defy Physics: Inside Aerix’s Omnidirectional Revolution What if a drone could flip upside down, spin in place, and hold steady in a 100 km/h storm? In this episode, we explore the mind-blowing innovation of Aerix Systems, a French deep tech startup founded in 2020 by two engineering students in Gironde. Aerix has developed the world’s f…

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Accelerating Capital Deployment in Distributed Renewable Energy: Odyssey’s Product Market Fit 30:50

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In this episode, we sit down with Emily McAteer, CEO and Co-founder of Odyssey Energy Solutions, one of the most influential startups in the climate tech space for emerging markets. Odyssey is transforming how Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) projects are financed, procured, and managed—especially in emerging markets across countries in Africa, a…

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Silent Wind, Big Impact: How e-Taranis Is Reinventing Home Energy 1:23

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In this episode, we dive into the story of e-Taranis, a French cleantech startup based in the Basque Country that's aiming to democratize wind power for everyday households. Their innovation, Alaé, is a compact, ultra-quiet, and eco-friendly wind turbine designed specifically for urban and suburban homes. Unlike traditional turbines, Alaé starts pr…

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How the GBTA aims to align corporate travel demand with aviation sustainability goals 46:52

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In this episode, we speak with Suzanne Neufang, CEO of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), who shares how the world’s leading business travel association is transforming corporate travel to accelerate aviation decarbonisation through industry collaboration. Neufang discusses: How sustainability priorities amongst travel managers more tha…

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Heat warning: Are we ready for a hotter climate? 34:23

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Extreme heat waves are anything but normal, but they’re quickly becoming the new reality. The 10 hottest years on record have all happened in the last decade. And because temperatures in urban centres can be 10 to 15 degrees Celsius higher than surrounding areas, cities can be dangerous places to be when the mercury rises — particularly for the eld…

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Clean Air, Clean Water One Molecule at a Time - How a Mumbai Startup Is Tackling Industrial Emissions Sustainably 1:23

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Purifying the Planet with Chemistry: The Exposome Story In this episode, we explore the story of Exposome, a rising cleantech startup based in Mumbai. Founded in 2020 by Prerna Santaliagoradiya, Exposome is pioneering the use of smart materials and molecular chemistry to clean industrial air and water. Their breakthrough products—like PureSafe and …

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EP 37: Driving Decarbonization by Rail with Josh Raglin, CSO of Norfolk Southern 25:25

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In this episode of Catching Carbon, we sit down with Josh Raglin, Chief Sustainability Officer at Norfolk Southern Corporation, one of the largest freight railroads in North America. With over two decades of experience in nature-based sustainability solutions, Josh shares how Norfolk Southern is leading the charge to decarbonize rail transport and …

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Ethics of Memory Editing: Curing PTSD or Erasing Identity? 13:30

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What happens when science gives us the power to rewrite our own memories? In this episode of Emerging Tech Debates, we dive into one of neuroscience’s most controversial frontiers: memory editing. From beta-blockers like propranolol to cutting-edge tools like molecular memory modification and optogenetics, researchers are now exploring ways to damp…

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How Heart Aerospace is rewriting the rules of new aircraft development 39:56

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In this episode, we speak with Anders Forslund, Co-founder and CEO of Heart Aerospace, who shares the radical transformation his electric aircraft company has undergone in the past year — relocating from Sweden to Los Angeles and fundamentally changing how aerospace companies operate in the 21st century. Forslund discusses: Why Heart moved its oper…

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Regrowth strategy: To adapt to a changing climate, restoring nature is critical. But do we have the seeds we need? 34:00

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A quarter of Canada’s trees are at risk, and upwards of a million species around the world face extinction in the decades to come. Restoring nature is essential to survival — it can make communities more resilient to climate change, it can regrow areas destroyed by increasingly intense wildfires and it can help reduce atmospheric carbon. But repair…

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Why JetZero believes blended wing body aircraft are essential for net-zero aviation 52:24

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In this episode, we speak with Tom O'Leary, CEO and co-founder of JetZero, which is developing the world's first commercial blended wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises to revolutionise aviation efficiency and passenger experience. JetZero is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can le…

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BCIs for Paralysis: Hope vs. Hype in Medical Tech. 25:33

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This podcast epiosde discusses Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), highlighting their potential to transform the lives of individuals with paralysis by restoring communication and motor control through the translation of neural signals. While acknowledging significant advancements, such as achieving near-naturalistic speech decoding and precise robot…

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Neuralink’s First Human Trials: Breakthrough or PR Stunt? 28:30

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This podcast episode examines Neuralink's initial human trials, analyzing whether they represent a genuine breakthrough in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology or are primarily a public relations (PR) maneuver. It explores Neuralink's vision and technology, detailing the implant and robotic surgical system, and discusses the ambitious long-ter…

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How Edmonton International Airport is becoming a “sustainability engine” for Canada 48:20

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In this episode, we speak with Marion N Chivot-Legris, Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), who shares how the Canadian airport is leveraging its unique position to drive sustainability innovation across the region. Chivot-Legris discusses: YEG’s transformation into a “sustainability engine” for the ent…

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Enhanced Weathering: Grinding Rocks to Absorb CO2 14:10

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Can crushed rocks help solve climate change? In this episode, we dive into Enhanced Weathering—a natural carbon removal strategy that speeds up Earth’s rock cycle. Learn how spreading ground basalt on farmland could boost soil health, absorb CO₂, and even fight ocean acidification. We break down the science, the benefits, and the big challenges of …

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Biochar vs. BECCS: Which Negative Emissions Tech Wins? 16:19

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In this episode, we compare two major biomass-based carbon removal solutions: Biochar and BECCS. From net energy gains to water efficiency, co-benefits, and economic trade-offs, we break down how each technology stacks up. Plus, could a hybrid approach be the smartest path forward? Tune in to find out which solution (or combo) could help us meet cl…