Climate Solutions News

Green hydrogen has had a punishing few years, with cancellations, cost overruns and demand that arrived late. So why did Schroders Capital keep investing while others retreated?Holly Turner and Duncan Hale join Climate Solutions News ahead of Reset Connect London 2026 to explain the firm's approach. Duncan walks through the Barrow Green Hydrogen Project in Cumbria, which will supply hydrogen to a Kimberly-Clark factory making Andrex and Kleenex, and the subsidy model borrowed from wind and solar. Holly maps where climate capital flows next, the growing case for adaptation and resilience, and how European regulation is reshaping what counts as a sustainable investment.A conversation about sticking to your convictions, delivering energy transition projects and where the next phase of the transition gets funded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when governments cut the very data that helps us forecast extreme weather, respond to climate risks, and power clean tech innovation?In this Climate Solutions News interview, host Dominic Shales speaks with Kelly Wanser, Executive Director of SilverLining, about the critical loss of atmospheric monitoring capabilities in both the US and UK. From NOAA’s potential lab closures to the UK Met Office dropping key aerosol programmes, these decisions are creating dangerous blind spots at the worst possible time.Kelly explains why this data matters—not just for weather forecasts, but for everything from AI-driven climate modelling to preparing for future climate interventions like solar radiation modification (SRM). She also breaks down what SRM is, what it isn’t, and why research—not deployment—is where SilverLining is focused.📌 Subscribe for more interviews on real-world climate tech📰 Read the full article: https://climatesolutions.news/spotlight/losing-sight-of-the-sky-why-data-cuts-threaten-climate-innovation 🌐 Learn more about SilverLining: https://www.silverlining.ngo/TakeawaysKelly Wanser emphasizes the importance of atmospheric monitoring.NOAA cuts could severely impact climate data and innovation.The US has unique capabilities in atmospheric research.Solar radiation modification is a potential quick response to climate change.The UK Met Office has also faced cuts in climate-related programs.Aerosols play a significant role in climate regulation.Data is crucial for AI-driven climate solutions.The future of climate innovation depends on sustained research funding.There are opportunities for innovative approaches in climate science.Public-private partnerships could drive future climate solutions.#ClimateTech #AtmosphericScience #Geoengineering #ClimateInnovation #SolarRadiationModification Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nuclear power is back in the spotlight as countries look for reliable, low-carbon energy sources - but the question of what to do with radioactive waste still looms large.In this episode, we explore three practical, science-backed approaches to managing nuclear waste around the world. We begin in Finland, where engineers are preparing to open the world’s first deep geological repository, a facility designed to keep spent fuel isolated for 100,000 years. Then we look at how the U.S. is funding a new wave of companies aiming to make nuclear waste treatment safer, faster, and more affordable. Finally, we head to Australia, where researchers at CSIRO are turning radioactive byproducts into a durable ceramic that could offer a long-term storage solution.Together, these stories show how science, engineering, and public policy are converging to tackle one of nuclear energy’s most persistent challenges.🔗 Read the full stories at climatesolutions.news/tag/nuclear-waste Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful interview, Charlie Stewart, content strategist at Exceptional, discusses the often-overlooked environmental impact of digital marketing and PR activities. Digital campaigns, powered by energy-intensive data centers, now contribute 2.5-3% of global carbon emissions—surpassing the aviation industry.Charlie highlights key findings from the report From Words to Actions: Reducing the Climate Impact of Your PR and Digital Marketing Activity, co-authored by Exceptional and Thinking Hat Media. He emphasizes the need for marketers to rethink strategies, focusing on efficiency and sustainability. Key topics include:•The environmental cost of data centers in digital campaigns.•How to make marketing campaigns more efficient and impactful.•Avoiding greenwashing and embracing transparency in sustainability claims.•Practical steps for reducing the carbon footprint, such as using energy-efficient formats and targeting high-engagement platforms.Charlie also explores the dual role of PR in influencing behavior and amplifying positive change while addressing its potential misuse in greenwashing.Listen to the full interview to learn actionable steps marketers can take to make their campaigns more sustainable while driving results.Link to Report:Download From Words to Actions here: exceptional.marketing/digital-sustainability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Scott, Editor of Climate Solutions News, talks to Ita Kettleborough, Director of the Energy Transitions Commission about the outcomes of COP29 in Baku. Ita shares her insights into the summit’s mixed results, highlighting significant progress in clean energy deployment worldwide, such as Indonesia’s coal phase-out commitment and China’s accelerated emission goals. However, she also emphasizes the challenges in negotiations, particularly around climate finance and Article 6. Looking ahead to COP30 in Brazil, Ita discusses the critical steps needed to align international commitments with rapid technological advancements, including more detailed NDCs, clarified financial frameworks, and renewed efforts to transition from fossil fuels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.