The ECONOMIC Risks of Climate Change with Prof. John Quiggin
🌍 In this episode of Let’s Climunicate, host Dr. Alberto Troccoli sits down with Prof. John Quiggin (University of Queensland), one of Australia’s leading economists, to unpack the economic risks of climate change.They explore:✅ How global warming translates into economic risks — from species extinction to natural disasters✅ The feasibility and costs of reaching net zero by 2050✅ The role of renewable energy, carbon pricing, and policy design✅ Practical steps individuals can take to contribute to climate actionWith his deep background in agriculture and resource economics, Prof. Quiggin offers valuable perspectives at the intersection of climate science, economics, and policy.Whether you’re curious about environmental science, energy policy, or sustainable economics, this candid conversation provides clear insights into one of the world’s most urgent challenges.🎧 Join us to better understand the risks — and the solutions — to building a sustainable future.00:00 Introduction to Climate Change and Carbon Emissions00:25 Meet the Guest: Professor John Quiggin00:47 Economic Risks of Climate Change02:13 Quick Fire Questions on Climate Change07:36 Translating Climate Hazards into Economic Impacts08:52 Feasibility and Costs of Achieving Net Zero by 205012:54 Global and Policy Perspectives on Carbon Tax20:05 Technological Advances and Market Forces in Renewable Energy25:08 Australia's Renewable Energy Landscape29:00 Individual Actions Against Climate Change32:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts🌍 Stay connected with Let’s Climunicate! Follow us on:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsclimunicate/podcasts🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IbDXNLpP5lhQloPwpRQ59🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-climunicate/id1773398361🌐 Web: https://www.albertotroccoli.org/podcast/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-troccoli-09a11038📅 Episode recorded on 24 July 2025#LetsClimunicate #ClimateEconomics #JohnQuiggin #NetZero #RenewableEnergy
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Climate RESILIENCE Decoded with Dr. Emily Wilkinson
In this episode of Let’s Climunicate, host Dr. Alberto Troccoli speaks with Dr. Emily Wilkinson, Principal Research Fellow at ODI Global, about the urgent need to strengthen climate resilience and adaptation in the face of climate change.Dr. Wilkinson shares her personal journey from fieldwork in Mexico to her extensive experience in the Caribbean and Pacific. She explains what resilience really means – from bouncing back after climate shocks to embedding preparedness in education and culture – and why communities are often the first and most effective responders.The conversation explores the role of indigenous knowledge, the challenges of early warning systems, and how historical contexts shape today’s vulnerabilities. Importantly, Wilkinson highlights that even wealthy nations can learn lessons from small islands and vulnerable regions in fostering a culture of preparedness.📌 Timestamps00:00 Introduction: Unpacking Climate Change00:24 Meet the Expert: Emily Wilkinson03:53 Quick Fire Questions on Climate Change06:54 Understanding Climate Resilience15:45 The Importance of Community in Building Resilience24:15 Challenges in Implementing Early Warning Systems33:07 Funding and Historical Context of Vulnerable Communities41:08 Lessons for Developed Countries45:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts🌍 Stay connected with Let’s Climunicate! Follow us on:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsclimunicate/podcasts🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IbDXNLpP5lhQloPwpRQ59🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-climunicate/id1773398361🌐 Web: https://www.albertotroccoli.org/podcast/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-troccoli-09a11038📅 Episode recorded on 7 July 2025#LetsClimunicate #ClimateResilience #EmilyWilkinson #ODI #ClimateChange #Adaptation #CommunityResilience #ClimateAction“Building Community Power”“Resilience Starts Local”
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Global POWER Grids: Building Resilient Energy Systems with Dr. Bruno Meyer
Recorded live at the International Conference on Energy & Meteorology (ICEM, https://www.wemcouncil.org/wp/icem), held 3–5 June 2025 in Padua, Italy, this short-format Let’s Climunicate episode features host Dr. Alberto Troccoli in conversation with Dr. Bruno Meyer, Secretary General of GO15 — the association of the world’s largest power grid operators.They discuss the pivotal role of electricity grids in tackling climate change, the operational and technical challenges of integrating large-scale renewables, and the benefits of global interconnections. From overcoming public resistance to new infrastructure, to deploying battery storage for stability, Meyer offers candid insights into how the energy sector is planning for a warmer future.Key topics include: • The realities of rising global temperatures and industry adaptation • Engineering and cost challenges in renewable integration • Why blackouts are not a “renewables problem” • How interconnections strengthen global grid resilience • The role of international cooperation among system operators📌 Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Climate Change00:26 Meet Dr. Bruno Meyer: Background and Expertise01:23 Climate Change Perceptions and Industry Planning07:14 Challenges in Integrating Renewable Energy14:29 Global Cooperation and Grid Interconnections18:30 Conclusion and Future Outlook🌍 Stay connected with Let’s Climunicate! Follow us on:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsclimunicate/podcasts🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IbDXNLpP5lhQloPwpRQ59🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-climunicate/id1773398361🌐 Web: https://www.albertotroccoli.org/podcast/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-troccoli-09a11038📅 Episode recorded on 4 June 2025#ClimateChange #PowerGrid #RenewableEnergy #GO15 #EnergyTransition #LetsClimunicate
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INNOVATIONS in Energy: Tackling Climate Challenges with Dr Debra Lew
Recorded live at the International Conference Energy & Meteorology (ICEM, https://www.wemcouncil.org/wp/icem), held 3–5 June 2025 in Padua, Italy, this special short-format, on-site episode of Let’s Climunicate features host Dr. Alberto Troccoli in conversation with Dr. Debra Lew, Director at the Energy Systems Integration Group (ESIG).With decades of experience in the power sector, Dr. Lew shares her perspective on the urgent realities of climate change and the practical steps needed to build a cleaner, more resilient energy system. The discussion spans the integration of wind and solar, the balancing act of resource adequacy, innovations like grid-forming inverters, and the potential role of emerging technologies such as hydrogen and small modular reactors.From the hottest year on record to the bold vision of 100% clean energy targets, this conversation offers a concise yet powerful look into how the energy industry is embracing change and pushing the limits of what’s possible.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Climate Change and Carbon Emissions00:25 Welcome and Conference Setting00:43 Debra Lew’s Background and Experience03:04 Quickfire Questions on Climate Change06:59 Challenges and Solutions in Renewable Energy Integration12:57 Future of Renewable Energy and Grid Stability17:29 Conclusion and Farewell🌍 Stay connected with Let’s Climunicate! Follow us on:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsclimunicate/podcasts🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IbDXNLpP5lhQloPwpRQ59🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-climunicate/id1773398361🌐 Web: https://www.albertotroccoli.org/podcast/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-troccoli-09a11038📅 Episode recorded on 3 June 2025#LetsClimunicate #DebraLew #CleanEnergy #EnergyIntegration #GridStability #ClimateSolutions #Renewables
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MITIGATION vs. ADAPTATION: Climate Economics with Prof. Robert Mendelsohn
What’s the real cost of climate inaction—and how much adaptation can buy us time?In this episode of Let’s Climunicate, Dr. Alberto Troccoli sits down with Professor Robert Mendelsohn of Yale University, a globally recognised expert in environmental economics. They delve deep into the challenges of reaching net-zero by 2050, the realities of climate risk, and the economic trade-offs between climate mitigation and adaptation.From tipping points and temperature trajectories to carbon pricing and practical adaptation strategies, this episode explores whether a slower, more globally inclusive approach can lead to more durable climate solutions.💡 Mendelsohn shares compelling insights on: • Why net zero by 2050 may be unrealistic – but progress must start now • The economics behind global cooperation and carbon taxes • The true costs of extreme weather, sea-level rise, and agricultural shifts • How adaptation isn’t defeatist – it’s strategic • A vision for reaching net zero by 2100 with pragmatism and impact🎧 Don’t miss this rich discussion that challenges conventional thinking and balances scientific urgency with economic realism.00:00 Introduction00:25 Meet Prof. Robert Mendelsohn04:29 Quick Fire Questions on Climate Change08:48 The Feasibility of Net Zero by 205019:47 The Rise of Renewables and Hidden Costs28:31 Global Cooperation and Practical Steps36:16 Balancing Mitigation and Realistic Goals41:09 Adaptation Economics and Long-Term Planning59:26 Final Thoughts on Balanced Climate Strategy🌍 Stay connected with Let’s Climunicate! Follow us on:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsclimunicate/podcasts🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IbDXNLpP5lhQloPwpRQ59🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-climunicate/id1773398361🌐 Web: https://www.albertotroccoli.org/podcast/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-troccoli-09a11038📅 Episode recorded on 28 May 2025#ClimateEconomics #ClimateChange #Adaptation #NetZero #CarbonPricing #EnvironmentalEconomics #ClimateRisk #YaleUniversity #LetsClimunicate
Climate change is one of the most complex challenges of our time, with no single expert holding all the answers. Even the IPCC acknowledges gaps in our understanding. Moreover, discussions are often marked by controversy and division. This podcast aims to shed light on the many facets of climate change by engaging with experts across disciplines, offering a well-rounded perspective. By drawing on diverse viewpoints and expert analysis, we help listeners navigate the intricacies of this global issue.
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