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Spreading the good news about electrification
A conversation with Hawaii state Senator Chris Lee about his Electric Innovation Initiative.
 • David Roberts
1:01:37
Rethinking climate regulation from the ground up
A conversation with Hannah Safford and Loren Schulman of the Center for Regulatory Ingenuity.
 • David Roberts
1:20:49
How much can urban land use policy do for the climate?
A conversation with Heather House and Rushad Nanavatty of RMI.
 • David Roberts
55:31
The importance of upcoming EPA regulations on power plants
A conversation with Lissa Lynch of NRDC.
 • David Roberts
1:00:09
How to think about solar radiation management
A conversation with Kelly Wanser of SilverLining.
 • David Roberts
1:06:40
Minnesota sets out for zero-carbon electricity by 2040
A conversation with state House Majority Leader Jamie Long.
 • David Roberts
1:00:27
On the abuse (and proper use) of climate models
A conversation with Erica Thompson about her new book "Escape From Model Land."
 • David Roberts
1:28:11
An energy provider attempts to achieve 24/7 clean energy
A conversation with Jan Pepper of Peninsula Clean Energy.
 • David Roberts
50:42
Reflecting on the work of the soon-to-retire House climate committee
A conversation with Rep. Kathy Castor, the chair of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis.
 • David Roberts
53:11
The Inflation Reduction Act: everything in one place (with transcripts!)
Five pods on the IRA, now available for your reading pleasure.
 • David Roberts
Focusing on the climate actions that can make a real difference
A new book from Hal Harvey and Justin Gillis tries to clarify the choices.
 • David Roberts
1:04:48
Volts podcast: Danny Cullenward on California's shaky climate plans
The goals are noble, but the details lack detail.
 • David Roberts
1:16:08
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