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The climate is changing. So are we. Explore a world of solutions with host Laura Lynch and our team of journalists. We find inspiration in unexpected places, scrutinize new technologies, hold powerful people accountable and join you on the journey to fix this mess. New episodes every Wednesday and Saturday.
- 258 - 'Drill, baby, drill’ … for green energy
The future may be green for drillers looking for work outside the oil industry. Demand is growing for geothermal heat pumps and that requires people with the skills to drill deep below ground and harness energy to heat and cool homes. It turns out drilling is a sustainable job, in more ways than one.
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 - 24min - 257 - Can an image of frozen penguin chicks spark climate action?
Conservation photographer Neil Ever Osborne was on a dream expedition to see emperor penguins in Antarctica, but the images he brought back are haunting. Now, in a new exhibit in Toronto, Neil says he's trying to "put these images to work" for the planet. Meanwhile in Vancouver, three choreographers aim to express their inexpressible frustration about climate change… through dance.
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 - 29min - 256 - Meet the profs calling out fossil fuel funding in research
Money from the oil and gas industry could be limiting the scope of climate solutions universities and other institutions dig into, according to a group of academics. They reviewed papers, news coverage and watchdog reports from around the world, including Canada and say it’s time for more transparency about who is footing the bill and what the implications of industry involvement could be.
Wed, 11 Sep 2024 - 21min - 255 - Introducing: Overheated — a three-show collabMon, 09 Sep 2024 - 15min
- 254 - Ghosts in their fishing nets (an Overheated story)
Yukon First Nations are leaders in protecting a keystone species threatened by warming waters. Join us in Whitehorse where we meet people demanding better care for irreplaceable Chinook salmon. This story is our contribution to Overheated, a special series we put together with two of our sister shows: Quirks & Quarks and White Coat, Black Art. Each of us tells a specific story of how heat will change everything, from neighbourhood microclimates to the rise of “hot work.”
Sat, 07 Sep 2024 - 25min - 253 - HOW TO: Calculate an e-bike's climate impactWed, 04 Sep 2024 - 06min
- 252 - Why one Louisiana community had to band together for climate
Roishetta Ozane saw first-hand the effects of climate change on her community, and started organizing. Her group The Vessel Project of Louisiana has become a hub for sharing community resources – as well as an opponent to the fossil fuel companies polluting their home. Then – Bob McDonald from Quirks & Quarks and Dr. Brian Goldman from White Coat, Black Art join Laura Lynch to talk about the collaborative project Overheated, a series of stories about how increasing heat is impacting communities, people and ecosystems across Canada.
Sat, 31 Aug 2024 - 28min - 251 - Maya farmers are planting an ancient idea in Nebraska (via Feet in 2 Worlds)
The world’s soil is in trouble, and in America’s agricultural heartland, a small group of Maya farmers are advocating for an ancient solution. Can the “milpa” system of agriculture help modern farming respond to a looming crisis?
Learn more in this special bonus episode from Feet In 2 Worlds, the latest in our summer series of podcasts we think you’ll love.
This episode is part of Home, Interrupted, a podcast series from Feet in 2 Worlds exploring how the climate crisis affects immigrants across the U.S., and how immigrant communities are finding new ways to deal with a warming planet.
You can read more about the story at fi2w.org: Maya Farms...in Nebraska?
Wed, 28 Aug 2024 - 36min - 250 - Yes, even birdwatchers can help tackle environmental racism
Canada’s environment sector is overwhelmingly white. But our columnist Chúk Odenigbo says every non-profit has a responsibility to make sure everyone, regardless of race, feels at home in the outdoors. He tells us about a course he's been teaching to environmental NGOs to help them be more inclusive in their work and their workplace. Then, we hear how Canada's parliament is vowing to study environmental racism, and how one organization is improving Black Nova Scotians' connection to the land.
Sat, 24 Aug 2024 - 18min - 249 - Lessons from people already adapting to the climate crisis (via TED Talks Daily)
The Maasai don’t surrender. They adapt. So says Dorcas Naishorua, the world’s first Miss Climate.
In a special bonus episode from TED Talks Daily, she explains how climate change has disrupted the melody of the Maasai way of life, and how girls are bearing the brunt of that disruption. In her talk, she advocates for a different vision for her people — one that includes Maasai girls laughing.
“We are learning, we are evolving, and embracing innovation to rewrite the narrative of our struggle.”
TED Talks Daily brings you a new talk every weekday featuring thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable, from personal growth to zoology, and everything in between. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new. If you like this episode, you can find TED Talks Daily wherever you get your podcasts.
Wed, 21 Aug 2024 - 10min - 248 - Raising cattle, fighting wildfires. Some ranchers do it all.
Jack Thiessen wanted to take fighting wildfires into his own hands after a couple of close calls on his family ranch in northeastern B.C. Now, the community has installed a mobile trailer full of hoses, pumps, sprinklers and other equipment to help protect homes and fight wildfires in this rural region. Wildland firefighter Sonja Leverkus trained 150 people in the region, including Jack, on B.C. Wildfire Service approved courses so they can be better prepared to help tackle wildfire when they hit close to home.
Sat, 17 Aug 2024 - 26min - 247 - Why Jane Goodall still insists on hope (via The Current)
Jane Goodall believes we’re living through very dark times indeed, but the renowned primatologist continues to see hope as a basic survival strategy.
In a special bonus episode from The Current with Matt Galloway, she explains why. Goodall offers her perspective as someone born during the Great Depression, who lived through World War II, and who sees the events happening around us today with the clarity of a wise elder.
She officially turned 90 since this interview, recorded last October, and we want to make sure our listeners have a chance to consider her key message — especially if you’re still young. (Remember, her world-changing work began in her 20s. Her passion for nature started even younger.)
For more stories to expand your worldview, find and follow The Current wherever you get your podcasts, or here: https://link.chtbl.com/Twob3407
Wed, 14 Aug 2024 - 25min - 246 - The creators trying to 'shove climate change' into your feed
Not everyone is hungry for climate content in the crowded social media landscape, but some Canadian content creators are determined to get Tik Tok, Youtube and Instagram users engaged in the climate conversation. Karishma Porwal (a.k.a. @karishmaclimategirl), Hazel Thayer (a.k.a. @hazelisonline), and Aaron Hagey-MacKay (a.k.a. @the_goose_media) share their strategies – from connecting climate to the housing crisis, to debunking carbon tax myths, to pushing back against fashion hauls with "underconsumption core" videos.
Sat, 10 Aug 2024 - 26min - 245 - What's really at stake if we warm past 1.5 (via Threshold)
After decades of scientific study and political wrangling the world has agreed—at least on paper—that 1.5C of heating must be the upper limit of our impact on the climate system. How could something that sounds so small matter so much?
Our friends at Threshold have thoughtfully explored these questions. They are a Peabody Award-winning podcast about what it means to be alive at a time of extraordinary planetary change, and today we’re sharing an episode from their latest season “Time to 1.5”.
This episode takes you inside the scientific and political origin story of 1.5C, from the holocene to the halls of COP26 in Glasgow.
Listen to the full season and learn more at thresholdpodcast.org.
Wed, 07 Aug 2024 - 48min - 244 - A quick, DIY solution to keep you safe on a smoky day
Air purifiers can cost a lot, so why not make your own for less money? We meet a group of seniors in Vancouver’s Chinatown learning to build their own air cleaners – and hear why the workshop they’re attending does more than support physical health. Then – a historian unearths lessons about handling heat across centuries in the Middle East. He argues we need to make sweating sexy again.
Sat, 03 Aug 2024 - 26min - 243 - ENCORE: They spoke out against fossil fuels. Then came the backlash.
From “packs of wolves” spreading disinformation online, to death threats, these women have paid a high cost for their climate advocacy work. As a family physician, Dr. Melissa Lem knew she could not stay silent on the dangers of climate change once she started to learn more. Climate advocate Tzeporah Berman waded into Alberta politics and got more than she bargained for. When Judy Wilson, former chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band, spoke out about a pipeline expansion, she says she started noticing strange things. We're re-sharing this documentary by producer Molly Segal, which recently won an international journalism award from Covering Climate Now.
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 - 27min - 242 - A wildfire in Jasper and fears of an overheated Olympics
As the fires rage on in Jasper National Park, we check in on a former firefighter about the battle beyond the flames. Meanwhile, Olympic organizers may have had green dreams for the 2024 Paris Games. But will those dreams melt away under the threat of extreme heat? Journalist and New York Times bestselling author, Jeff Goodell, says it’s a pivotal moment as the city adapts to a warming planet.
Sat, 27 Jul 2024 - 27min - 241 - The fight to keep perfectly good homes out of the landfill
The Shíshálh Nation is transporting family homes from Vancouver to B.C.’s Sunshine Coast by barge with the help of a sustainable development company as a lower-emissions way to address its housing crisis. We find out how diverting houses from demolition and retrofitting them into duplexes can be a climate-friendly approach to building a subdivision. Next, we continue our search for greener ways to live by learning about tiny homes – and their (tinier) carbon emissions.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 - 26min - 240 - Awkward! How to have that cringe convo about climate
Come along to “La Chicanerie” – or The Conflict Cafe – in Montreal where What On Earth guest host Falen Johnson finds out why we need to get comfortable with uncomfortable discussions about climate change. And climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe shares some of her most awkward climate conversations and offers advice on how to talk to people in ways that lead to collaboration instead of division.
Sat, 20 Jul 2024 - 27min - 239 - How to keep farm work cool when the greenhouse hits 46 C
When Eli Milton started working on farms in Nova Scotia almost a decade ago, heat wasn’t an issue in the summer. Now, hot and humid conditions are just one of the climate impacts farm workers like her contend with. And – extreme weather has put safety and livelihoods at risk for migrant workers, from out in the fields to inside greenhouses. We hear from an advocate on what policies could improve conditions for seasonal workers.
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 - 24min - 238 - The hidden toll of roadkill (via Living Planet)
This summer, we’re curating a few other climate podcasts that we think our listeners would love.
Living Planet from DW News is a show that wants to help you reconnect with nature and make better decisions, every day. Today we’re sharing their eye-opening episode “The hidden toll of roadkill”.
For some species, being hit by a car is the number one cause of death — even above hunting and disease. In fact, the global roadkill toll is so high that it’s threatening entire species and warping the planet’s ecology.
You can find Living Planet on your favourite podcast app, or here: https://pod.link/livingplanet
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 - 37min - 237 - The Netherlands is powering up with solar. Will Canada?Wed, 10 Jul 2024 - 25min
- 236 - Hurricanes are hitting the Caribbean. Can coral reefs help?
Caribbean coastlines might be taking a beating from Beryl, but coral reefs are fighting back. We speak to a NOAA representative on how these reefs act as natural defensive mechanisms against storms and how we can protect these ecosystems. And we hear from Caribbean leaders about the toll of this record-breaking hurricane.
Sat, 06 Jul 2024 - 22min - 235 - Should we really be tinkering with clouds?Wed, 03 Jul 2024 - 18min
- 234 - Making every job a green job
You don't have to be a scientist, engineer or conservation officer to hold a climate job. Our columnist Aishwarya Puttur dishes on her recent gig with the United Nations, helping young people redefine what a green job actually is. Then a member of the first class of the new American Climate Corps shares why she thinks a career in fighting climate change will pay off -- even in this tough economy.
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 - 30min - 233 - HOW TO: Ditch the plastic waste at your summer gatheringsWed, 26 Jun 2024 - 10min
- 232 - Kids are sweltering in schools. How can grown-ups help?
Temperatures soared above 30 degrees in some Ontario schools recently, prompting some parents to pull their kids out of the classroom – and urge for cooling systems to be installed everywhere. With climate change leading to more hot days during the school year, we hear how educators are turning to everything from misting stations to adding more greenery to help kids cope with the sweltering conditions.
Sat, 22 Jun 2024 - 25min - 231 - The lake that keeps trying to come backWed, 19 Jun 2024 - 33min
- 230 - Astronomers are shifting their gaze to planet EarthSat, 15 Jun 2024 - 19min
- 229 - A climate career counsellor? Yes, that's a thing.
Thinking about climate change like it's your job? Maybe it could be. Winnipeg career counsellor Trevor Lehmann shares practical advice from his free online resource “An Imperfect Guide to Career and Climate.” He wants to help more of us roll up our sleeves and close the "hope gap." Plus, listeners have their say on lowering the voting age.
Wed, 12 Jun 2024 - 27min - 228 - How to save summer funSat, 08 Jun 2024 - 25min
- 227 - HOW TO: Help birds when it’s smoky outsideWed, 05 Jun 2024 - 09min
- 226 - Snap! Crackle! Pop! Climate?
As climate change transforms the sonic landscape around us, it also proposes new solutions. Listen in on the surprising sounds of a changing world. We talk to the executive director of the new Institute for Climate, Sound and Society at the MetaLab at Harvard University about how sound can shape how we talk about climate change.
Sat, 01 Jun 2024 - 16min - 225 - How Palestinians and Israelis are connecting over climate
Water is scarce – especially in Gaza because of war and climate change. We speak to the executive director of the Arava Institute of Environmental Studies about how climate solutions can help build peace in a climate hotspot like the Middle East. And, the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea delivered a historic opinion this week about climate impacts on small island states. We hear an update from a Tuvaluan lawyer.
Wed, 29 May 2024 - 16min - 224 - The kids want a say
Could letting young people vote be a climate game changer? We hear from Vancouver teens on whether or not they think they’re ready to vote and whether climate would shape their choice at the ballot box. Then, a Canadian senator and a 17-year-old student share why they’re fighting for a proposed bill making its way through parliament.
Sat, 25 May 2024 - 26min - 223 - Should tourists cough up for climate? ‘Hell yeah!’Wed, 22 May 2024 - 26min
- 222 - Want to stay safe during a wildfire? Know your neighbours.Sat, 18 May 2024 - 26min
- 221 - Can the law of the sea save island states from rising water?
Soon, a little-known international tribunal will release a precedent setting decision that could force developed nations to do more to protect small island states from the ravages of climate change. A Canadian lawyer represented those tiny countries at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. He shares what’s at stake, along with another member of the legal team - Naima Te Maile Fefita of Tuvalu. Then our listeners get into a lather about the dishes. Hand wash or dishwasher?
Wed, 15 May 2024 - 27min - 220 - Low pay, high risk. Why stay to fight wildfires in Alberta?Sat, 11 May 2024 - 27min
- 219 - Why a goose hunt can make all the difference to evacuees
An Indigenous-owned company in Ontario is making sure evacuations are culturally appropriate, including supporting people to seek refuge on their traplines instead of hotels. Then we ask Canada’s Indigenous Services Minister how Ottawa can make climate emergencies less traumatic for Indigenous communities, and why members of the Peguis First Nation remain displaced two years after a major flood.
Wed, 08 May 2024 - 27min - 218 - A giant battery hides deep under this Toronto shopping mallSat, 04 May 2024 - 18min
- 217 - Why this Black queer activist is fighting for climate, too
Climate change may be last on your mind when you're dealing with discrimination, insecure housing and other barriers. But marginalized communities are hit harder than most by the impacts of climate change. Our columnist Chúk Odenigbo and activist Shelly-Ann Skinner walk us through how to meet Black, queer folks where they're at in order to include them in climate justice work. Then, we hear from an Ontario woman who's being recognized for her fight against climate change – and city hall – one lawn sign at a time.
Wed, 01 May 2024 - 26min - 216 - Coke or Pepsi? Revealing the biggest plastic polluters
Yep, we’re naming names! We meet a researcher who combed through millions of pieces of plastic trash and traced half of the branded items back to just 56 companies. We hear the case for why manufacturers should be responsible for their plastic products and how addressing this can help lower CO2 emissions to tackle the climate crisis. And – we dish the dirt on cleaning your plates, cutlery and more after a listener wrote in to ask: is the dishwasher or washing by hand better for the planet?
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 - 22min - 215 - Teens can't wait 'til grownups get it
Their eco-anxiety is real, and they're helping each other with it even as adults play it down. We hear from two high schoolers in New Brunswick who are finding ways to cope — and even educating the willing grownups in their lives. And our mental health columnist Abhay Singh Sachal is worried about gaps he sees in modern psychology education. If tomorrow's therapists aren't climate aware, they risk "dismissing or downplaying" a key concern for their youngest clients. Plus, listeners weigh in on ways to reuse old clothes and linens — from creating a Dolly Parton-style bedsheet to Schitt's Creek dolls.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 27min - 214 - Can Earth Day be badass again?
In 1970, 20 million people showed up to fight for the environment on the first Earth Day. But more than five decades later – is it time for this much tamer global event to return to its radical roots? Organizer Denis Hayes recounts how – amidst other counterculture movements at the time – he transformed Earth Day from a campus teach-in to a national protest. As he approaches 80, Denis offers his best OG advice to the next generation of climate leaders. Then, environmental warriors Maria Blancas and Axcelle Campana share ideas on what a revamped Earth Day could look like – including making it a public holiday.
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 - 28min - 213 - New to What On Earth? Start here!
The climate is changing. So are we. Twice a week we take you across Canada and around the world, in search of climate solutions.
We love to hear from our listeners and regularly feature them on the show. Have a question? Email Earth@cbc.ca
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 01min - 212 - Drought is wreaking havoc on crops. Can gene editing help?
Scientists are editing the DNA of canola, and more, to survive with less rain. Can this help farmers adapt to climate change? And – if you’re stressed about the climate cost of the clothes and linens that have reached the end of their life, we have the scoop on what to do with those old jeans and torn bed sheets.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 25min - 211 - Buried under cities, rivers are a climate wonder in waitingSat, 13 Apr 2024 - 29min
- 210 - Emily's story: one activist's journey through climate anxiety
This episode from June 2023 just won the Mindset Award for reporting on the mental health of young people. Driven by fear of climate change, Emily Kelsall got involved in extreme forms of activism including arrest and jail. The 25-year-old has also come through a mental health crisis that landed her in hospital. It's all brought her a new perspective on climate action. Then, we hear from two people researching the connection between activism, mental health and our warming world.
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 40min - 209 - Can scooping orca poop help us save the whales?Sat, 06 Apr 2024 - 31min
- 208 - Beaches, backyards and baby salmon
Join us on a climate-solutions field trip! First, we head to the beach to find out how Indigenous knowledge and western science are working to keep clams cool in extreme heat. Next, we hear why your backyard – or patio – can be abuzz with biodiversity by simply making some simple swaps. (Spoiler alert: It’s time to weed out the dandelions.) Then, we head out to the coast of Vancouver Island and wade through estuaries to understand how scientists and First Nations are sussing out where baby salmon will want to live in a climate-changed future.
Sat, 30 Mar 2024 - 54min - 207 - Get on the bus!
Better transit service could help lower Canada’s emissions. But can more people get on board with buses, trains and subways? Experts and advocates explain how to use policy changes and behaviour “nudges” to make it happen. And listeners share stories about great public transportation, from Singapore to Tampa Bay. Then, we hear why there’s “blood in the water” as Canada’s carbon tax approaches its annual increase. Plus: some advice on how to share feelings about climate change in a way that helps you cope rather than crumble.
Sat, 23 Mar 2024 - 54min - 206 - Meet the guides finding safe paths through melting mountains
Glaciers are retreating rapidly in Canada’s Rockies, bringing hazards to long-standing alpine routes. We visit Banff National Park to meet guides who are adapting to climate change in different ways. Then – we head to India, where for weeks farmers from the northern part of the country have been protesting in the streets, demanding changes that could help them fare better in a warming world. Next – like many new university students, our youth climate action columnist Aishwarya Puttur is learning to cook for herself. It has her reflecting on her family's own history of farming in India, and on the links between food, farming and sustainability.
Sat, 16 Mar 2024 - 54min - 205 - And the award goes to…
Spoiler alert: the Barbie movie is not about climate change. But it passes the "climate change reality check." We hear why Good Energy developed a climate test for films and find out which two other Oscar-nominated flicks are also winners in this category. Next, a former NASA scientist tells us why a satellite launched into space to detect global methane emissions is a huge deal for the climate. And – Italy's government has just approved an ingredient that could be better for the environment, but not everyone's keen on cricket pizza. Find out how one Quebec lender's decision not to offer mortgages in some high-risk flood zones is sparking calls for Ottawa to protect homeowners in climate-vulnerable places. Finally, we look for answers to your questions about hybrid cars.
Sat, 09 Mar 2024 - 54min - 204 - So long, winter. Hello, wildfires.
What to do about a world that’s on fire all the time? Texas is facing the biggest wildfire in state history, Alberta has declared the start of wildfire season earlier than usual, and zombie fires are burning in B.C. John Vaillant has written about a future where "fire weather" is the only weather in a warming world; he says Canada needs to prepare. Then, we hear how Metis citizens and firefighters in Alberta are getting their communities and the forests ready for what this year’s season could bring.
Sat, 02 Mar 2024 - 40min - 203 - A girl’s death, and her mom’s fight for clean air
Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah doesn’t want any other kids to die the way Ella did. The 9-year-old suffered a fatal asthma attack, which has since been linked to air pollution from her neighbourhood in London. Now, her mom is suing the U.K. government and taking her campaign global. And – Alberta has declared an early start to wildfire season, even as so-called zombie fires continue to burn underground. Next, as climate change shifts from abstract threat to lived reality for many Canadians, columnist Abhay Singh Sachal says our mental health system needs to adapt to support people after disasters. Plus, a drag queen ice skating show about climate change is derailed by warm weather.
Sat, 24 Feb 2024 - 54min - 202 - Tiny forests everywhere
It all started in Japan, now it’s a worldwide craze. Trees planted at industrial sites by botanist Akira Miyawaki in the 1970s were a way to resist deforestation. Today, community groups around the world have joined the tiny forest movement as a way to store carbon in pockets of cities. Then, we hunt for winter across Canada, and find out how a lack of snow and ice are affecting everything from ice fishing to the Ontario Winter Games. The co-creator of Black Climate Week shares how a stark realization sparked a campaign to build a more inclusive environmental movement. We head to the hardware store to answer a listener’s question about the most climate-friendly light fixtures. And, American climate scientist Peter Kalmus reflects on his high-profile protest outside a bank in 2022 and the role of civil disobedience as a climate solution.
Sat, 17 Feb 2024 - 54min - 201 - How to sell people on climate action instead of fossil fuels
Advertising can contribute to the climate crisis, but it can also be a force for change. We hear about efforts underway here in Canada to strengthen rules around fossil fuel advertising. And how some European cities and towns are banning “high carbon advertising” altogether. Plus, a former ad executive shares the personal story of how he stopped selling soap and credit cards and is now using his skills to find marketing messages that motivate climate action. Spoiler: it's all about love. What On Earth's climate justice columnist Chúk Odenigbo discovers gaps in how Black communities in Hamilton, Ontario understand and experience climate change. Also, we explore the magical world of mushrooms as a climate solution.
Sat, 10 Feb 2024 - 54min - 200 - Could 2024 be the year China becomes a climate…leader?
China emits a third of the world’s greenhouse gases. But it’s also a leader in renewables. We hear from people inside the country about its paradoxical – and controversial – energy mix. Plus, you’ve maybe weighed the option of buying a new EV, but one listener asks: can you retrofit a gas car? We find out. And, in Alberta, severe drought in the middle of winter is forcing difficult conversations about who gets less water come spring. We check in with a rancher and learn how monitoring is helping landowners manage their wells. Finally, why one B.C. university is trying out spiritual care as a balm for climate anxiety.
Sat, 03 Feb 2024 - 54min - 199 - The robots are coming (to help fight climate change)
From potato rovers to wildfire sniffers, AI is being put to work. But there’s a catch: the technology’s growing carbon footprint. Last week, we talked about cold weather and the grid, heat pumps and EVs. You listened…and wrote in. Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault responds to those topics and more. Melina Laboucan-Massimo – What On Earth’s Indigenous climate solutions columnist – shares the story of the Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n wind farm on Mi’gmaq territory in Quebec.
Sat, 27 Jan 2024 - 54min - 198 - When it's really freaking cold, is green power a solution?
An emergency alert on Alberta's power grid has people asking: can renewable energy get us through Canada's extreme winters? We find out what really triggered Alberta's electricity supply crunch, and how a greener grid can still meet demand. We look to Northern B.C. and Norway to see how electric vehicles handle frigid temperatures. Plus, how heat pumps can still keep you toasty in Canada's coldest cities and what you should consider before getting one.
Sat, 20 Jan 2024 - 54min - 197 - War, peace and a changing climate
The bombs falling in Gaza and Ukraine have a human toll and an environmental one. We find out how demilitarization could help countries cut emissions. Columnist Aishwarya Puttur shares three campaigns motivating young activists in 2024. What On Earth’s Molly Segal explains what carbon dioxide removal is and whether it can fix the climate crisis. And oil and gas development in the North Sea has UK politicians calling out their own government.
Sat, 13 Jan 2024 - 54min - 196 - Can you save a rainforest by paying people not to cut trees?
Come with us into B.C.’s Great Bear Rainforest where Coastal First Nations are working to protect the trees using revenue from carbon offsets. But skepticism over the system may be putting the experiment at risk. We’ll hear about climate-friendly cookbooks to help you make a new year's resolution in the kitchen. A climate course you can sign up for that doesn’t cost anything and won’t bum you out. And a youth-led Swiss campaign to tax the rich to fight climate change.
Sat, 06 Jan 2024 - 54min - 195 - This province leads the way in tackling environmental racism
Some stories leave us wondering “what happened next?” We hear details from a new report aimed at helping Nova Scotia tackle environmental racism. A check-in with an elder with the Sturgeon Creek First Nation who’s still living in a hotel seven months after wildfire and flooding forced her from her home. Updates from educators who are teaching their students how to contribute to climate solutions. News from a Canadian senator who wants to force banks to help the climate instead of hurting it. Plus: the whole What On Earth team pops into the studio to share some of 2023's biggest climate wins.
Sat, 30 Dec 2023 - 54min - 194 - Stories that surprised, delighted and fired you up this year
Missed some of our climate coverage in 2023? No need to have FOMO – we’ve got you covered with some of our favourite places, people and the tales they tell. Start with a journey to Germany’s coal region for lessons Canada can learn about energy transition. Take a trip on a cargo ship…for the sake of the climate (yes, seriously). Then, join us on a boat ride tracking biodiversity in North America’s southernmost fjord. And we wrap up in the classroom to learn why two university professors are trying to make climate change a mandatory part of learning.
Sat, 23 Dec 2023 - 54min - 193 - Yes, you can chat about climate change and not be a buzzkill
‘Tis the season – well it’s always the season – to talk about climate. We’ve got tips on how to have a good conversation about our warming world around the holiday dinner table. Plus a new kind of annual Christmas letter featuring a family making a difference. And you can share the gift of a new zine packed with advice about coping with climate crises - one that fits into your back pocket.
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 - 24min - 192 - The beginning of the end
Nations are "sounding the death knell for the fossil fuel era." Climate campaigner and self-described stubborn climate optimist Catherine Abreu calls the COP28 deal a win, despite its shortcomings. And columnist Chúk Odenigbo on why discussions about climate anxiety are too white.
Sat, 16 Dec 2023 - 29min - 191 - Trying to give less stuff this year? We have some ideas.
An early childhood educator shares a climate solution to excess holiday presents. And a listener shares the joys and challenges of ‘micro-activism’ in rural New Brunswick as a blind person.
Wed, 13 Dec 2023 - 21min - 190 - ‘An oil tanker-sized loophole’ at the UN climate talks
We dive into this year’s hot topic at COP: the f-words (fossil fuels). From Alberta’s case for its oil and gas industry, to the controversial words of the COP28 president, along with a decades-old industry “playbook.” And a bonus! An emissions cap you can wear.
Sat, 09 Dec 2023 - 26min - 189 - Can stars like Blackpink and Taylor Swift help the climate?
A K-pop girl band has just been honoured for its climate advocacy. We hear about the difference megastars can make, even if they still live high-emitting lifestyles. And – as the pressure to shop ramps up, we hear how to trick yourself into thinking your old wardrobe is awesome.
Wed, 06 Dec 2023 - 25min - 188 - We just had the hottest year ever. But is anyone listening?
2023 has broken records, but the warnings can sound like a “broken record.” Will the hottest year in recorded history light a fire under governments to act? And, why peace is on the agenda for the first time at this year’s COP28 talks. We learn how climate disasters breed conflict that hits women the most. In Pakistan the solution lies in education for girls.
Sat, 02 Dec 2023 - 28min - 187 - A climate conference begins in oil country
People from around the world are heading to Dubai to set a course for the planet. With record-breaking temperatures and wild weather, the stakes are higher than ever. But with an oil executive at the helm of the talks, can countries work together to deliver on promises of emissions reductions?
Wed, 29 Nov 2023 - 28min - 186 - ‘Bury me naked’
If you don’t want your carbon footprint following you to the grave, green burials are a growing option. We take a trip from coast to coast to discover what exactly they are and how you can arrange one.
Sat, 25 Nov 2023 - 26min - 185 - A dad’s fight for climate and his child with Down syndrome
Glen Hoos wants no one to be left behind in the climate crisis. He’s supporting adults with Down syndrome, who share their advice on how to stay safe. Find out why one of his daughters nominated him as a climate champion and why another daughter motivates his advocacy. And – who wins and who loses in the rush for renewables.
Wed, 22 Nov 2023 - 28min - 184 - It takes a village to cope with climate anxiety
Angry? Frustrated? Hopeful? However you feel, connecting with others can spark action. What On Earth’s new mental health columnist, Abhay Singh Sachal, shares tips to help you thrive. And – getting ready to snag some deals this Black Friday? Find out how the way you fill your online cart can make a difference for the planet and when going to a store IRL is the greener choice.
Sat, 18 Nov 2023 - 26min - 183 - Stressed about the plastic packaging you toss? Us too.
A farmer in Nova Scotia asks if there’s a better way to package greens. We find out. And, we hear how one couple’s dismay at plastic led them on a journey to open a zero-waste store in London, Ontario.
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 14min - 182 - Heat pumps are so hot right now
From Halloween costumes to the House of Commons, heat pumps are having a moment. We hear why they’re on the agenda in the halls of government. And we find out what else is needed to help lower-income Canadians – and everyone else – get cleaner, more efficient ways to heat and cool their homes.
Sat, 11 Nov 2023 - 20min - 181 - They spoke out against fossil fuels. Then came the backlash.
From “packs of wolves” spreading disinformation online, to death threats, these women have paid a high cost for their climate advocacy work. As a family physician, Dr. Melissa Lem knew she could not stay silent on the dangers of climate change once she started to learn more. Climate advocate Tzeporah Berman waded into Alberta politics and got more than she bargained for. When Judy Wilson, former chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band, spoke out about a pipeline expansion, she says she started noticing strange things.
Wed, 08 Nov 2023 - 27min - 180 - A champion of climate justice dies on the eve of a key fight
Saleemul Huq, champion of poor countries facing climate disaster, died suddenly. Now his close friend promises to ensure his legacy by pushing for richer countries to fund loss and damage money for the nations who need it most. And our youth climate action columnist on how young people are rethinking frontline protests as they strive for careers that could make a difference for the planet.
Sat, 04 Nov 2023 - 27min - 179 - Let’s talk about all your broken stuff
If it’s broke, who fixes it? “Right to repair” laws say companies should be held responsible for making better products. And – we visit a repair cafe and get some practical advice on how to make your appliances last longer.
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 25min - 178 - ‘Climate unites us’: hopes for peace in the Middle East
As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, we hear the case for working together on climate change to help build bridges. In July 2023, Carter Vigh died of an asthma attack which his parents say was made worse by wildfire smoke. Now, a project in his name hopes to get air quality monitors in communities around B.C.
Sat, 28 Oct 2023 - 27min - 177 - We’re trying something new
Starting this weekend, you’ll notice something different about our podcast feed. We’re bringing you shorter episodes, more often. Every Wednesday and Saturday, we’ll have new stories about climate solutions, in less than 30 minutes.
Sat, 28 Oct 2023 - 01min - 176 - The oil man in charge of averting climate catastrophe
Climate change is an “immense economic opportunity,” says Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber. But activists were outraged when the the CEO of the UAE’s state-run oil company was tasked with leading this year’s UN climate talks. The Guardian’s Fiona Harvey shares insights from recent interviews with al-Jaber. What On Earth’s new columnist Chúk Odenigbo tells us how his fight for climate justice started with a nude photoshoot in a park. And, scientists are working to understand the impact of wildfire smoke on glaciers.
Sat, 21 Oct 2023 - 54min - 175 - ‘Natural gas’ or ‘fossil gas’? This man says words matter
Can rebranding 'natural gas' as 'fossil gas' lead to faster climate action? A former coal industry chemical engineer in Whistler, B.C. thinks it can, and he’s pushing governments to make the switch. Weddings can come with a big carbon footprint, so we explore how you and your sweetheart can make your big day more climate friendly. We hear from the creator of the 15 minute city concept about the abuse and death threats he’s faced, and we hear suggestions for how to tackle the growing problem of climate disinformation and online conspiracies. And we meet a pair of climate champions advocating for wetlands with some wild wonder and a Joni Mitchell cover.
Sat, 14 Oct 2023 - 54min - 174 - ENCORE: A volcanic revolution in energy?
Laura Lynch takes you up to Mount Meager, where dormant volcanoes could hold the future of geothermal energy in Canada - and another path to reconciliation with one First Nation. Two Canadian TikTok creators bring smart, funny climate messages to Gen Z.
Sat, 07 Oct 2023 - 54min - 173 - Everyone is so sick of flimsy appliances
Want to start a climate conversation? Mention your busted food processor, phone, dishwasher, coffee maker, etc. We’ll start a journey toward fixing what’s broken and learn how it could help repair the climate. Wealthy, white communities are more likely to oppose wind farms, says a new study. A Yellowknife doctor returns after a year away to find her home and herself changed by a harrowing summer. How some small businesses are adding EV chargers to boost tourism and help the planet. Could seafood-inspired skins slash emissions from buildings? And meet a musician who wants you to pull out your cell phone and tune into nature.
Sat, 30 Sep 2023 - 54min - 172 - Parks and Reclamation: Indigenous-led climate solutions
Clayoquot Sound near Tofino is known for the War in the Woods, a fight over old growth logging. Reporter Emily Vance takes us there to learn about the ways First Nations are re-asserting leadership when it comes to conservation on their traditional territories. Meet Melina Laboucan-Massimo, What On Earth’s new Indigenous-led climate solutions columnist. And – marking a year since Hurricane Fiona made landfall on Canada’s east coast, Paul Landry in New Brunswick explains why community support is key to surviving the next storm.
Sat, 23 Sep 2023 - 54min - 171 - ‘The last barrel’: Alberta premier backs oil as world warms
Danielle Smith has a plan to reach net zero by 2050, only it doesn’t involve moving away from oil and gas production. Laura asks her how she plans to get to carbon neutrality by 2050, and her snub of Ottawa's plan. And people across the country are on a mission to plant millions of trees, even as wildfires decimate forests in Canada. A documentary on what drives them, and what’s standing in the way.
Sat, 16 Sep 2023 - 43min - 170 - CBC tracked heat in dozens of homes. Here’s what we learned
A CBC News investigation found people across Canada lived with unsafe indoor temperatures this summer – often for long stretches of time with no relief. Reporter Tara Carman shares stories of people who suffered, including a man who died – after his home was close to 30 degrees for several weeks. And, environment minister Steven Guilbeault says his role in government 'is not to make friends.' In this feature interview, host Laura Lynch asks Guilbeault if Canada is falling short in its efforts to prevent heat deaths and respond to wildfires – and asks about his relationship with Alberta, as tensions mount over a planned emissions cap on the oil and gas industry.
Sat, 09 Sep 2023 - 46min - 169 - ‘This isn’t sexy forestry’: how to protect forests from fire
As Canada continues to grapple with a record breaking wildfire season, some say it's a wake-up call to rethink our relationship with forests. For years, the logging industry has been built to maximize profits, rather than maximize wildfire resilience. What On Earth's Zoë Yunker introduces us to two B.C. communities doing things differently. And – cooking jerk shrimp without the smoke. Story producer Dannielle Piper tells us why a group is building cleaner-burning stoves in Nicaragua. Bonus, Dannielle teaches Laura how to make traditional Jamaican jerk shrimp!
Sat, 02 Sep 2023 - 43min - 168 - Smarter tools and altered forests can help fight fire better
Wildfires are getting harder to fight, so what can we do about it? A lot, actually. We’ll hear a former firefighter’s ideas on how we can use smarter technology and preventative measures to tackle wildfires. And we’ll learn about Indigenous food sovereignty and security, from teaching traditional hunting to planting native plants.
Sat, 26 Aug 2023 - 43min - 167 - A climate research hub in the North rises from the ashes
The Liidlii Kue First Nation breathes new life into Scotty Creek Research station, after a brutal wildfire decimated it last fall. Now, this climate research hub is jumping on a new opportunity to rebuild and take stock of data from before and after the fire to help tell the story of a rapidly changing North. Reporter Liny Lamberink visits this world-class climate research station in N.W.T. to explore the damage and survey the progress against the backdrop of a relentless season of wildfires. Alberta presses pause on renewable energy projects in a move one law professor calls “undemocratic.”
Sat, 19 Aug 2023 - 43min - 166 - The power of hope in a climate changed world
Hope is more important than ever, says Rebecca Solnit, amid another summer of climate-linked disasters. The writer, historian and activist says hope for the future is what fuels action to save it. We meet Sustainable Gabriola, a group working to make life on the B.C. Gulf Island more environmentally friendly. Youth columnist Aishwarya Puttur explores the differences between climate action in a major urban centre and in a small community in the Canadian North. And we revisit a climate slam poetry event at UBC.
Sat, 12 Aug 2023 - 43min - 165 - Sneaking climate action into your summer block party
How can you talk to your neighbours about climate change and work on solutions together? We hear about a UBC program training people across the country to do just that. And we meet a few of them as they plot to plant “plainclothes environmentalists” at their next community gathering. Then we go back in time to the oil shocks of the 1970s and 1980s for clean energy lessons that have new relevance today. And we meet a community of people making home retrofits a neighbourhood effort.
Sat, 05 Aug 2023 - 43min - 164 - Taking salmon’s pulse at the ocean’s edge
As sea levels rise, the nursery habitat for baby salmon will be pushed further inland. Molly Segal wades along the coast of Vancouver Island and speaks with the K'ómoks Guardian Watchmen, to learn how people are preserving the future of these fish. Lessons from Nova Scotia’s emergency response to flash floods. And two retired high school teachers set up a weekly climate info pop-up.
Fri, 28 Jul 2023 - 43min - 163 - A boy’s death sparks warnings on smoke and calls for change
Parents of a B.C. boy who died after an asthma attack say wildfire smoke played a role. As climate change supercharges wildfire season, we explore personal and policy solutions that can protect the health of the most vulnerable. And farmers and food growers in Newfoundland and Labrador make an urgent call to the provincial government to remove barriers to growing their own food – changes they say are vital to protect food security as the world warms.
Sat, 22 Jul 2023 - 47min - 162 - What On Earth Introduces: 10 Minutes to Save the Planet
Our brains aren’t wired to save the world. But if you’re ready to make changes that actually stick, 10 Minutes to Save the Planet will show you the way. Co-hosts meteorologist and climate reporter Johanna Wagstaffe and broadcaster Rohit Joseph work through the UN’s 10 actions for a healthy planet, but in a way that won’t shame, overwhelm or bore you. Think of each episode as a bite-size guide to fight climate change, rooted in behavioural therapy. More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/MzC25ezJ
Thu, 20 Jul 2023 - 17min - 161 - Why Indigenous-led evacuations are safer for communities
Mentoring Indigenous youth to lead during climate emergencies. Getting squirrely in the forest with a kids’ nature camp. Fireproofing California homes using bricks made from dirt. And: meet a man who built a tractor powered by the sun.
Sat, 15 Jul 2023 - 37min - 160 - Meet the people fighting for habitat superhighways in Quebec
Whether urban or rural, green corridors can be crucial as the climate warms. We explore La Falaise Saint-Jacques in Montreal, and a biodiversity reserve in the territory of the Innu Essipit First Nation to find out why. Older adults are one of the groups at risk from extreme heat – we bring you a guide to staying safe. We hop aboard Canada’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train. And we drop by the studio of a Métis artist advocating for sustainable fashion.
Sat, 08 Jul 2023 - 54min - 159 - How to protect the poorest Canadians from hotter summers
Q Lawrence knew three of the 619 people who died in 2021's unprecedented heat dome in B.C. Now, new research shows that the single biggest risk factor for death during that heat dome was poverty. CBC reporter Bethany Lindsay explores how income affects outcomes of extreme weather in a warming world, and what can be done to protect those living in poverty. Then, we meet two friends who've been campaigning on climate change for 30 years. And, a documentary about how tornado season is changing in Canada and how warnings need to as well.
Sat, 01 Jul 2023 - 54min
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