Zero Waste with Jenny Chiu (Extended Version)

Zero Waste with Jenny Chiu (Extended Version)

Author: Berkeley Law March 14, 2021 Duration: 9:05

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
Rerun: COF 999 Carbon Capture, with Dr. Omar Yaghi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
What is COF 999?UC Berkeley chemistry professor Dr. Omar Yaghi recently led a study which has the potential to be revolutionary in reducing the quantity of carbon dioxide present in the atmosphere. “Covalent organic fram…
Recyclable Resin for Wind Turbines, with Ryan Clarke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
The Benefits of Recycling Wind TurbinesWhile wind energy is renewable and non-polluting, the wind turbines themselves can create pollution problems. Now, scientists are creating wind turbines that can be made with less e…
Chaos Wheat, with Robin Morgan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
What is Chaos Wheat?Wheat varieties that are resilient to climate change are sometimes referred to as "chaos wheat." An initiative of King Arthur Baking Company–an emerging leader in the creation of chaos wheat–and Washi…
How Curbside Charging Increases EV Accessibility, with Tiya Gordon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
The Rise in EV AdoptionThe US electric vehicle (EV) market is expected to reach a revenue of $95.9 billion this year, with a projected annual growth rate of 12.61% over the course of the next four years. By 2035, Califor…
Water Batteries, with Erik Steimle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
Pumped Storage Hydropower as a Climate SolutionPumped storage hydropower, also known as water batteries, are often used as a means to store excess renewable energy. For example, solar and wind may generate more energy th…