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Local Zero

Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities

Climate action on your doorstep. Dr Jen Roberts, Prof Matt Hannon and Dr Fraser Stewart are your trusted guides to smart local energy and a zero carbon future. Find us at www.localzeropod.com

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02:36

Bye for now: a message from team Local Zero

Local Zero ·

2025/12/05

After 113 episodes, reaching 35,000 unique listeners, in 150 countries - the award-winning Local Zero podcast is having to say 'bye for now'.Sadly, we’ve reached a point where continuing to fund production of Local Zero has become a challenge. We are working hard to identify a way forward, and hope to have a resolution early in 2026, so we can begin publishing new episodes again. We are extremely proud of all that we’ve achieved so far, and have had tremendous fun along the way.Particularly, we've

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48:27

The UK Co-Benefits Atlas: mapping the positive...

Local Zero ·

2025/09/10

Matt and Fraser explore theUK Co-Benefits Atlas, a new, interactive platform for communicating the co-benefits of reaching net zero across the UK. Co-benefits are the positive changes that could happen as a side-effect of cutting carbon emissions – such as cleaner air, healthier homes, and better diets.This is the third and final episode in our series focusing on projects funded by theScottish Research Alliance for Energy Homes and Livelihoods(EHL). Our guests are Dr Andrew Sudmant, Data Programme

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44:10

Van dwelling versus #vanlife: the reality of life on...

Local Zero ·

2025/08/13

Matt and Fraser hit the road to explore the reality of "vanlife", going beyond the glossy image often presented on social media. To what extent isvandwelling really a choice, and how easy – or otherwise – is it to live sustainably in a vehicle?This episode is the second in our series focusing on projects funded by theScottish Research Alliance for Energy Homes and Livelihoods(EHL). Our guest is Dr Louise Reid, Senior Lecturer in Geography and Sustainable Development and Co-Director of the St Andrews

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56:39

Climate change and infrastructures of care

Local Zero ·

2025/07/02

What does it mean to respond to climate change withcare? And how might we do a better job of caring for the environment, for each other, and for ourselves?This episode is the first of a series focusing on projects funded by theScottish Research Alliance of Energy Homes and Livelihoods(EHL). In it, Jen and Matt talk to Dr Vanicka Arora, Lecturer in Heritage at the University of Stirling, and Dr Arno Verhoeven, Senior Lecturer in Design at the University of Edinburgh and Director for Sustainable

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56:36

Adapting our homes and communities to a changing climate

Local Zero ·

2025/06/11

When it comes to climate change in our homes and neighbourhoods, much of the focus has so far been on mitigation – reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. But with the impacts of climate change increasingly tangible, how can we adaptour buildings and infrastructure – as well as our culture and lifestyles – to make sure they're resilient?Jen and Matt speak to Chris Carus, co-founder and Executive Officer of Loco HomeRetrofit CIC, and Becky McLean, Director of Sustainability at Team Civic. As Chris and

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01:02:03

Water scarcity: a growing problem

Local Zero ·

2025/05/30

The UK isn't exactly famous for its dry, sunny weather – and yet, water scarcity is an increasingly widespread and urgent problem. Why? And what are the implications – environmental, economic, and cultural?Jen and Matt explore causes and impacts of water scarcity, with Laura Major, Research Fellow and anthropologist and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, and Ellie Willmott, Principal Hydrologist in the Water Resources Unit at the Scottish

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56:03

Community benefit funds: how can we enhance their...

Local Zero ·

2025/05/14

What is good practice for setting up and operating community benefit funds? And how do we make sure communities really do properly benefit from renewable energy (and other) projects? In this episode, Fraser gets the low-down from Matt and Jen on a new framework from the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities that explores exactly these questions. The framework is called "Guiding Principles and Actions for Enhancing Community Benefits from Community Benefit Funds".Links:Download the

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58:54

Climate change adaptation: a primer

Local Zero ·

2025/05/01

Matt and Jen are joined by researcher Dr Emma Yule for a comprehensive primer on climate change adaptation. What is it, and how does it interact with mitigation? What could adaptation look like in practical terms? How do we measure success? What are some of the challenges to effective adaptation – and what kind of benefits could arise from it?But first, the episode kicks off with Matt and Jen exchanging wildlife sightings and nature observations – some unsettling, some exciting.Links:Local Zero

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53:37

Local authorities, community energy and a just...

Local Zero ·

2025/04/03

How can local authorities collaborate with community energy groups to deliver a just transition? To explore this question, Fraser and Jen – making their co-hosting debut –are joined by Ellie Radcliffe, Project Manager at Carbon Coop, and Charlotte Norton, Associate Director at the Carbon Trust.The conversation focuses on the Innovate UK-funded Net Zero Living programme, which aims to help local authorities accelerate the transition to net zero.Links:Local Zero podcast:

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01:36:45

The Local Power Plan and community energy - with...

Local Zero ·

2025/03/25

This is a full recording of the event "The Local Power Plan:Powering a community energy revolution in Scotland?", hosted by the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities and the British Institute of Energy Economics (BIEE).The event featured a keynote speech from Michael Shanks, Under-Secretary of State at the UK government Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and a lively panel discussion between Minister Shanks, Professor Keith Bell from Strathclyde University, Claire Mack, CEO of

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44:47

The Local Power Plan and community energy - with...

Local Zero ·

2025/03/24

Matt and Fraser discuss some of the highlights from our event at Strathclyde Business School, "The Local Power Plan:Powering a community energy revolution in Scotland?", hosted by the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities and the British Institute of Energy Economics (BIEE).The event featured a keynote speech from Michael Shanks, Under-Secretary of State at the UK government Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and a lively panel discussion between Minister Shanks, Professor

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51:39

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG): Arup's Tom Butterworth

Local Zero ·

2025/02/27

We'reall familiar with the concept of Net Zero – but what about Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)? Joining Matt and Jen to explain BNG and its implications is Tom Butterworth, Nature Lead at ARUP for the UK, India, the Middle East and Africa.Onward links:Episode 74 with nature writer and journalist Kate Bradbury: how can our gardens protect the environment?:https://www.localzeropod.com/episodes/74-how-can-our-gardens-protect-the-environmentUK Government guidance on Biodiversity Net

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46:39

A new year for climate action: looking back at 2024...

Local Zero ·

2025/01/27

As we start the new year, Matt and Jen reflect on the highs and lows of 2024, and share their hopes and expectations – and a few fears – for 2025. Plus: there’s exciting news on the future of the podcast.Links:https://www.localzeropod.com/Episode 76 – Water, water... everywhere?:https://www.localzeropod.com/episodes/76-water-watereverywhereStrathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities:https://www.strath.ac.uk/business/huntercentreforentrepreneurship/sisc/Surfers against

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56:20

Shared ownership of clean energy projects: what, how...

Local Zero ·

2024/12/12

What is shared ownership of energy? What opportunities and challenges does it present, both for communities and private companies? And how might it help accelerate the transition to net zero?Fraser and Matt are joined by Jake Burnyeat, Director of Communities for Renewables CIC, and Jessica Hogan, Energy Analyst at Regen, to discuss Regen's new report, "Sharing Power: Unlocking shared ownership for a fast and fair net zero

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59:47

What to expect from COP29, following Trump’s victory?

Local Zero ·

2024/11/07

Joining Matt and Jen for a look-ahead to COP29 are Dr Simon Evans, Deputy Editor and Senior Policy Editor at Carbon Brief, and Professor Francesco Sindico, Professor of International Environmental Law at the University of Strathclyde Law School and Director of the Climate Change Legal Initiative.Relevant links:https://www.wri.org/insights/cop29-climate-summit-what-to-expecthttps://www.localzeropod.com

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52:04

Episode 100

Local Zero ·

2024/10/23

It's a landmark episode! Somehow, this is the 100th episode of Local Zero. A big thanks to our listeners, guests, and supporters, without whom, we definitely would not have made it to three figures. One last time, we're joined by our co-host Becky, who has some news to share about her new adventure. The team mull over their highlights since starting the pod in 2021, and what the next 100 episodes might look like!Relevant

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55:36

Waste not, want not: top tips to tackle household...

Local Zero ·

2024/10/02

After the unveiling of a new co-host (!!!), and some discussion about recent visits to Orkney and Ayrshire, we are joined on the pod by Laura Young (@LessWasteLaura) and Andrew Pankhurst from Zero Waste Scotland to examine how we can avoid creating unnecessary food waste in the home.

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57:20

A new dawn for net zero? A forward look at Labour’s...

Local Zero ·

2024/08/28

Matt and Fraser return after a (washout) summer to share their expectations, hopes and any potential concerns about the new Labour government's Net Zero manifesto and policies. There is also an important update on the future of Local Zero. Linkedin - Local Zero Podcasthttps://www.localzeropod.com

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58:01

Election Special with Sir John Curtice and Daisy...

Local Zero ·

2024/06/26

The long-awaited 2024 General Election is just around the corner - but how important will climate change be in the context of voting intention? Joining Matt and Fraser to discuss this, and analyse the key differences between the manifestos, are Daisy Powell-Chandler from Public First, and Sir John Curtice, political scientist and Professor of politics at the University of Strathclyde, who you'll all recognise from election nights gone by.

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57:18

Food and farming in a net-zero Scotland

Local Zero ·

2024/06/12

How do agriculture and food production affect climate change and biodiversity, and can we fully decarbonise this industry? Becky, Fraser and Matt are joined by agriculture and environment consultant Keesje Avis, and Mike Robinson, Chief Exec of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society and Co-Chair of the 'Farming for 1.5 Degrees' report.

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