Climate Optimists Podcast
A podcast and newsletter focused on climate solutions and how each of us can make a difference.
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- Australia just saw a 39% increase in renewable energy on the grid from 2023... 🎉🇦🇺 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/australia-ne... #renewableenergy #electricitymix #australia
- Some good news this week from climate organizations in the U.S. 📊 Read more at: www.nytimes.com/2025/05/02/c... #reasonforhope #climateoptimism
- Lead-up to the 2025 climate summit is looking promising... Read more: www.reuters.com/sustainabili... #brazil #emissions #climatechange #reasonforhope #climateoptimists
- This month, let's celebrate our planet by taking steps— in our personal lives and beyond— to confront climate change. 🌎 Learn the answer at: www.cbsnews.com/news/earth-d... #earthday #climatechange #climateoptimists #gogreen #sustainability #protectourplanet
- This week, think-tank Ember released a new report showing that solar ☀️ accounted for more than 40% of global energy generation in 2024 Read more at: www.bbc.com/news/article... #solarenergy #reasonforhope #climateoptimists
- Congrats to Finland! 🇫🇮🌱 Read more at: www.reuters.com/business/ene... #finland #reasonforhope #globalclimate
- The Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of Juliana v. United States, the famous lawsuit brought to court by young people. We stand with the brave citizens who demanded a cleaner planet and healthier environment. 🌎 Read more: www.nytimes.com/2025/03/24/c... #climateoptimism #youthactivism
- Important work against climate disinformation this week 🖥 Read more at: www.nytimes.com/2025/03/21/c... #environment #climatechange #climateoptimism
- A good reminder of the unstoppable momentum of renewables ☀️ Read more at: www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/b... #renewables #reasonforhope #cleanenergy
- Don't miss out on fascinating insights into the world of sustainable architecture with @vishaan.bsky.social 🏢🌱 Podcast: www.climateoptimists.co/episodes/ret... #climateoptimists #sustainabledesign #gogreen
- Interesting news from the IEA 🔋 To read the report: www.iea.org/commentaries... #renewables #climate #batteries
- This week, explore the carbon footprint of the food you like to eat 🍏 To read more check out: ourworldindata.org/carbon-footp... #methane #carbonfootprint #plantbased #environmental #sustainable #sustainabilitytips #protein #consumption #enviro
- This non-GM (as the mutation can be introduced through traditional crop breeding methods) breakthrough could have huge implications for green agriculture 🌾 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/environment/... #sustainableagriculture #reasonforhope #climateoptimists
- Good news on the clean energy front, as both the only viable option for a livable planet 🌱, as well as a pretty fantastic business model 💵 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/f... #cleanenergy #chinasustainability #gdp
- We know it's been a while, but we couldn't be more excited to announce our new episode with @vishaan.bsky.social. If you're looking for a dose of climate optimism, make sure to give it a listen. 🏢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7dOl... Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...
- Exciting news for global decarbonization 👏 Read more at: www.reuters.com/business/ene... #fossilfuels #greenhousegas #reasonsforhope #climatenews
- It's time to ditch parking minimums! 🚘 To learn more, check out: e360.yale.edu/features/fre... #parkingminimum #parkingreform #walkablecity #greenerliving
- Deforestation is one of the greatest threats to our planet's natural carbon sinks, so we consider reforestation a worthy cause for celebration 🌳🎉 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/environment/...
- Looking for a monthly source of positive news? Fun facts to share over dinner? The latest in climate change solutions? Subscribe to our newsletter at climateoptimists.co 💥 Our next newsletter covers subjects from AI’s relationship with the environment to the ongoing lawsuits against big oil.
- Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed an impressive sustainable waterwheel that’s easily installed 💧 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/environment/... #sustainability #waterwheel #renewables #renewableenergy #reasonforhope #climateoptimists #climateoptimism
- This week, take five minutes to look into utility green power programs near you. ☀ For more stats on voluntary green energy programs, check out Oregon's government's page: www.oregon.gov/puc/utilitie... #greenenergy #renewables #sustainability
- Some good news this week from the Alaskan wilderness 🏔 Read more at: www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/c... #reasonforhope #alaska #antidrilling #antifossilfuels #gogreen #sustainability #climatechange #climateaction
- You can find the Wildfire Relief Fund at: www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/f... #palisades #support #california #climatechange #wildfiremitigation #firemanagement #relieffund
- The end of COP29 clearly doesn't signal the end of global climate conferring... 😲 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/environment/... #reasonforhope #action #climatetreaty
- Writing a letter is one of the easiest ways to make your voice heard. ✉️🗣️ Let us know in the comments below if you take the time to email or snail mail a representative! Check out CCL's tool at: citizensclimatelobby.org/write-your-r...
- Looking for progress in the renewables department? Look no further than this tiny island... 🌴 Read more at: www.theguardian.com/environment/... #renewables #windenergy #waterenergy #wind #water #electricity #renewableenergy #elhierro #canarias #canaryislands
- After being the first to release their NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution to the Paris Agreement) at COP29, Brazil has been making major moves to address climate change. We hope to see more climate action them in the future 🇧🇷 Read more at: news.mongabay.com/2024/11/braz... #brazil #hope
- Does the place you live have right to repair legislation in place? 📲 Let us know in the comments. #righttorepair #sustainable #sustainabletips #sustainability #liveethical #livesustainable #tech #climatechange #climateaction
- Maine joins the myriad states, cities, and tribes in the U.S. suing fossil fuel titans for their role in climate change 🌡 Read more at: www.nytimes.com/2024/11/27/c... #fossilfuellawsuit #climateoptimism #reasonforhope
- Another win for activists in Canada! Love to see them moving forward with this case. #sustainability #podcast #climatechange #climateoptimists #reasonforhope #happy #climateactionnow #canada
- Incredible work! #climateoptimists #sustainability #happy #podcast #climatechange #reasonforhope #colombia
- Great news for the future of the Amazon Rainforest! #climateoptimists #climatechange #podcast #sustainability #happy #reasonforhope #environmentalism #brazil #amazonrainforest
- Great updates for rail transportation! #sustainability #happy #climateoptimists #environmentalism #climatechange #reasonforhope #podcast #trains
- Shoutout to fossil fuel replacement! A great move for shifting the energy market. #sustainability #climatechange #climateoptimists #reasonforhope #environmentalism #podcast #coal #windenergy
- A great step forward for the restoration of natural and cultural habitats! #sustainability #climateoptimists #happy #environmentalism #climatechange #reasonforhope #podcast
- A historic ruling and hopefully a great precedent for the Asian continent! #sustainability #environmentalism #happy #podcast #climateoptimists #reasonforhope #climatechange
- An amazing effort to repopulate such a cute and special species! #sustainability #climatechange #climateoptimists #podcast #happy #environmentalism #reasonforhope
- Amazing legislative win for recognizing the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized communities! #sustainability #climatechange #climateoptimists #happy #environmentalism #reasonforhope #environmentalracism
- An amazing court decision! #climatechange #happy #climateoptimists #environmentalism #podcast #sustainability #reasonforhope
- Canada is setting a great precedent! #happy #climateoptimists #sustainability #climatechange #reasonforhope #podcast
- A super exciting development! Read more here: www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/bee... #climatechange #climateoptimists #sustainability #environmentalism #happy #reasonforhope
- A big day for youth activists and our environment! #climatechange #happy #climateoptimists #podcast #reasonforhope #hawaii #publictransit
- With over $8 billion in damages stemming from wildlife vehicle collisions, this is also a great step for American drivers. Read more here: happyeconews.com/wildlife-cro... #podcast #climatechange #climateoptimists #reasonforhope #happy #environmentalism
- Our ozone is healing! What amazing news! #sustainability #podcast #climatechange #climateoptimists #happy #reasonforhope #ozone
- A great new program that many other cities could learn from! #climateoptimists #reasonforhope #climatechange #sustainability #environmentalism #ebike #happy #podcast
- A big change is coming for the auto industry! With over 20,000 suppliers now participating in the program, there is great hope that the goals will be met by 2030. Read more here: happyeconews.com/auto-industr... #climatechange #climateoptimists #happy #reasonforhope #autoindustry
- An exciting development for this summer's Olympic events! #climatechange #podcast #sustainability #climateoptimists #happy #reasonforhope #parisolympics
- The UK and Ireland are on the forefront of fossil fuel divestment. The University of Westminster most recently committed to a full divestment! #climateoptimists #climatechange #fossilfuels #BigOil #podcast #happy #reasonforhope
- Summer is coming!! #climateoptimists #climatechange #environmentalism #airconditioning #calltoaction #podcast #happy
- Exciting news out of New Zealand! Read more here: happyeconews.com/18-takahe-re... #climateoptimists #climatechange #reasonforhope #conservation #newzealand #happy #podcast
