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CarbonSessions

The Carbon Almanac Podcast Network

Welcome to CarbonSessions: a podcast with Carbon Conversations for every day, with everyone, from everywhere in the world. In our conversations, we share ideas, perspectives, questions, and things we can actually do to make a difference. Produced by: Steve Heatherington, Rob Slater and Leekei Tang Hosted by: Jenn Swanson (Canada), Olabanji Stephen (Nigeria), Leekei Tang (France), Brian Tormey (USA), Kristina Horning (Czechia) and Jeremy Côté (Canada) with Carbon Almanac contributors, and guests

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35:37

Tree Planting And Carbon Offsetting

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2023/07/07

Episode Summary: in this conversation, Brian, Jenn, Kristina and Olabanji delve into Brian’s plan to leverage his family farmland as a tool for climate action. They explore his considerations for expanding tree planting as an efficient strategy for carbon sequestrationThe conversation assesses the benefits and challenges of this approach, and discusses the types of trees most suitable for this purpose.The discussion also touches on how these actions could contribute to carbon offsetting on a larger

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06:13

[FOCUS] Myth about Climate Change: Most People Don't...

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2023/07/04

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Myths about climate change (we discuss Myth 5: most people don’t believe in Climate change!)Jenn and Imma talked about surveys that show that more people, particularly from younger groups, are concerned about climate change than the myth implies.For more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac, visit thecarbonalmanac.orgListen to the full episode: Myth 5 and 6 about Climate ChangeFor more information

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27:57

Whales Could Be Great Carbon Sinks

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2023/06/30

Episode Summary: while whales are impressive creatures, these sea mammals can also play an important role in carbon sequestrationIn this conversation, Leekei, Brian and Olabanji discuss why whaling must stop and highlight the important role whales can play in the fight against climate change. Topics include:why the carbon sequestration potential of one whale is worth thousands of trees,the environmental (and financial) value of one whale (about 2 to 3 million USD)role of whales and every living

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06:20

[FOCUS] Myth 4 - Solar And Can’t Work Because They...

CarbonSessions ·

2023/06/27

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Myths about climate changeInma and Jenn discuss another myth about climate change: Myth 4 is that solar and wind energy only works when it is sunny or windy. While energy can run out if there is very little sun or wind, energy is stored. There can also be advantages when there is a lot of sun or wind!For more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac, visit thecarbonalmanac.orgListen to the full

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28:44

Using Sufficiency to Shift Mindset and Finding...

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2023/06/23

Episode Summary: in this episode, our hosts explore the concept of sufficiency to tackle climate change issues.According Dr Yamina Saheb, a Lead Author of the 2022 IPCC (United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) report, ‘by 2050, sufficiency has the potential to reduce emissions, compared to current policy scenarios, by more than 50% in almost all sectors’.What is sufficiency?As defined in the 6th Assessment Report of the IPCC:“sufficiency is a set of measures and daily practices

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04:45

[FOCUS] Carbon Offsetting

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2023/06/20

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Carbon OffsettingIn this episode, Carbon offsetting is discussed and how it could be a little misleading to pay for making a carbon footprint. How else could we approach this without paying for a future solution now? What are the benefits and disadvantages of carbon offsetting?Listen to the full episode: Carbon OffsettingFor more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac, visit thecarbonalmanac.orgWant

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29:43

One Shade Greener At Home by Lori Sullivan

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2023/06/16

Episode Summary: If you want to live a more sustainable lifestyle, you can start the journey right at home. Lori Sullivan, a contributor to the Carbon Almanac, has written a book to guide you in doing so.Lori Sullivan is a personal development and career coach who has a strong passion for sustainability. She writes about green living, career development, and achieving personal goals. With over 25 years of business experience and knowledge gained from books, podcasts, and life itself, Lori aims to

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05:37

[FOCUS] Commercial Space Travel

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2023/06/13

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Commercial Space Travel (and Green Energy)The possibility of people who can afford to travel into space seems very exciting, at least for them. The impact on the planet is something that seems to be being overlooked.Jenn and Olabanji came together to discuss the issues around commercial space travel with multi-fuel rocket enginesFor more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac (an Amazon Best-Selling

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55:50

Living a Solarpunk Life to Create A Better Future...

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2023/06/09

Episode Summary: If you are listening to this podcast, you are probably a solarpunk. The Solarpunk movement envisions a future where sustainable technologies, renewable energy, and nature-inspired aesthetics coalesce to create vibrant, decentralised communities that prioritise ecological harmony and social well-being.In this conversation, we are joined by Joe Hines, the co-host of youtube channel ‘Solarpunk Life’ as he discusses various aspects of the solarpunk lifestyle, including :practical

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05:44

[FOCUS] Animal on The Edge of Extinction

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2023/06/06

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on animals that might go extinct due to human activitiesIn the first conversation, Jenn and Rod discussed endangered animal species, how human pressure on resources and the destruction of their natural habitats threaten the survival of some animals, and what we can do about it. For example, a few years ago, Jenn’s son bought her for Christmas a year sponsorship of a …baby elephant.For more information on the project, and to order your

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40:12

Seth Godin on Better Climate Conversations and...

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2023/06/01

Episode Summary: for the 100th episode of Carbon Session, we are thrilled to be joined by one of the most acclaimed best-selling authors Seth Godin, the ‘Host’ of the Carbon Almanac book. This influential project birthed numerous offshoot endeavours, including this very podcast!In this insightful and intimate conversation, Seth touches on a wide range of topics including:how The Carbon Almanac is a project that has changed Seth “almost at the molecular level”his observations of what is going well

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05:07

[FOCUS] Urban Heat Islands

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2023/05/30

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Urban Heat IslandsIn this episode, Inma and Leekei discussed how cities are becoming increasingly hotter and what we can do to cope with itLike most cities in the world Paris, Aberdeen and Seville are witnessing increasing temperatures in the summer months. During this conversation, Leekei and Inma talked about the initiatives that are implemented by the municipalities of the cities they live/have lived in as well as personal

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31:59

Biomimicry and Observing Nature to Find Solutions to...

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2023/05/26

Episode Summary: Over billions of years, nature has amassed an extensive amount of knowledge. In this conversation on biomimicry, the hosts share some fascinating findings. They explore tactics developed by other living organisms, including plants, animals, and fungi, which have enabled these organisms to evolve, adapt, and thrive on our planet.Briam will explain how insights from cows’ digestive systems can be mirrored to design more cost-effective and environmentally-friendly sewage systems, and

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06:25

[FOCUS] Myth 1 - There Is Nothing New About Changing...

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2023/05/23

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Myths about climate changeIn this episode, Inma talks about how one of the myths is that climate change is nothing new because the climate is always changing.The real myth is that it is not a problem but how many record-breaking years of rising temperature will it take to change this view?For more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac, visit thecarbonalmanac.orgListen to the full episode: Myth 1 and

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29:40

The Intersection of Climate Change, Social Justice...

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2023/05/19

Episode Summary: This podcast centres on the environmental, ethical and economic implications of chocolate consumption, emphasizing the value of purchasing ethically sourced, "bean-to-bar" chocolate despite its higher cost.In this podcast, Leekei, Jenn and Kristina delve into the environmental and social implications of chocolate production, highlighting the potential of cocoa trees to act as carbon sinks in the fight against climate change.They explore the concept of "bean-to-bar" chocolate,

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07:04

[FOCUS] Relationships in a Food Forest

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2023/05/16

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Relationships in a food forestIn this episode, Inma and Olabanji discussed the ecosystem and relationships in a Food Forest and the many benefits of a Community Gardens to grow foods even if you don’t have access to a gardenWhat do we need to grow a food forest?In this conversation, Olabanji and Inma talked about how plants and animals can grow harmoniously in a food forest.Listen to the full episode hereFor more information on the

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26:55

How Are Heavy Metals Affecting The Environment and...

CarbonSessions ·

2023/05/12

Episode Summary: Heavy metals can be found in a wide range of sources, from the air we breathe to the foods we eat and beyond. Do you know how heavy metals are impacting our health and the environment?In this conversation, Olabanji and Brian speak with Ediomo Abikpa aka Eddie, a Nigerian advocate for climate change and sustainability who holds a Master of Science degree in Environmental Biochemistry. Eddie initially pursued this degree to explore her passion and interest in the field.Humans can be

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06:35

[FOCUS] Myth 10: It's Not Too Late

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2023/05/09

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Myths about climate changeIf you live on planet Earth, you are affected by Climate Change in various levels of severity, and it’s not too late; there are things that can be done to avoid the worst consequences of climate change.Start a conversation Find a climate action groupIt’s not too late, but we have to get started and take action together.For more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac (an

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15:00

How Much Carbon Do You Emit from Your Online Activity?

CarbonSessions ·

2023/05/05

Episode Summary: a conversation with Leekei and Olabanji on the environmental impact of computers, gaming and cryptocurrenciesDid you know that:One hour of playing Fortnite on PlayStation 5 consumes as much electricity as 40 LED bulbs per hour?One hour of watching Netflix consumes as much electricity as 14 LED bulbs per hour?Trading Bitcoin uses far more electricity than New Zealand and four times more than Google worldwide?In this discussion, Leekei and Olabanji share some insights about the

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07:20

[FOCUS] Myth 7 - Styrofoam Can Be Recycled (NO it Can't)

CarbonSessions ·

2023/05/02

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a past episode on Myths about climate changeJenn and Inma discuss myth 7, which is a Styrofoam cup or takeout container placed in recycling bins helps the environment.It is not true.Styrofoam contains mainly air, the fraction of plastic is too small to be recycledFor more information on the project, and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac, visit thecarbonalmanac.orgListen to the full episode: Myth 7 and 8 about Climate ChangeFor more information

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