Rooftop Solar with Bernadette Del Chiaro

Rooftop Solar with Bernadette Del Chiaro

Author: Berkeley Law June 15, 2021 Duration: 1:31

While headlines often focus on climate disruption, a quieter story of tangible action is unfolding worldwide. Climate Break, from the researchers at Berkeley Law, focuses squarely on that narrative of solutions. Each concise episode, always under two minutes, introduces you to the people and projects making a difference right now. You’ll hear directly from scientists in the field, policy innovators crafting new regulations, and entrepreneurs developing practical technologies. This podcast moves past the overwhelming scale of the problem to highlight specific, working examples of progress. The conversations span from local initiatives in California to global efforts, all grounded in the intersecting realms of science, policy, and natural systems. Tuning in offers a regular, manageable dose of insight into how communities, companies, and citizens are actively reshaping our approach to the planet’s most pressing challenge. It’s a resource for anyone seeking a clearer understanding of the actionable ideas emerging from the front lines of climate response.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 247

Climate Break
Podcast Episodes
Why Smart Land Use Can Reduce the Need to Drive with Dr. Steve Cliff [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
Land Use ChangesOne solution to reduce vehicle usage, and in turn, carbon emissions are land use changes. Changing cities' relationship with land use can reduce dependence on cars, minimize energy consumption, improve ai…
Equitable Policy for Energy Efficient Homes with Dr. Steve Cliff [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
California is the first state to ban the sale of new gas furnaces and water heaters, which will begin in 2030. In efforts to fight climate change, all homes will be required to use zero-emission electric appliance altern…
California's Plan to Decarbonize Trucks with Dr. Steve Cliff [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
California Air Resources Board: Zero-Emission Trucking GoalsThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) is the agency responsible for reducing California’s climate-changing emissions and accelerating the transition away fr…
Using Concrete for Carbon Removal with Dr. Erica Dodds [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
What is Carbon MineralizationCarbon mineralization is a naturally occurring chemical process that occurs when carbon dioxide becomes “mineralized” through a chemical reaction. The chemical reaction occurs when certain ro…