Tech for Climate Action

Cement is everywhere – from the buildings we live in to the roads we travel on – but it’s also one of the world’s biggest sources of CO₂ emissions. In this episode of the Tech for Climate Action Podcast , Ralph Cochrane speaks with Rob van der Meer of Cement Europe to uncover how the industry is tackling its carbon footprint. 🎙️ Discover: Why cement is essential for modern life The five “C’s” of r...

How do you design a battery system so you can store enough electricity to power a small city? Canadian company Hydrostor are already doing it. In this episode Ralph Cochrane interviews Jon Norman, President of Hyrdostor. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, the evolution of energy storage technology, and Hydrostor's pioneering use of advanced compressed air energy...

Join us on the Tech for Climate Action Podcast as we chat with Mary de Wysoki, Cisco's Chief Sustainability Officer, in Washington DC. Mary discusses her role and strategy for embedding sustainability across all functions at Cisco.  Key topics include decarbonizing business practices, fostering product circularity, and the challenges of diverse global policies. Discover how AI, cybersecurity, and...

In this episode of the Tech for Climate Action podcast, we delve into the world of water sustainability with Hans Jurgen Kalmbach from Hansgrohe. Hansgrohe, a leader in premium bathroom and kitchen products, has been at the forefront of water conservation and climate change initiatives since the 1990s. Hans Jurgen shares insights into the company's innovative solutions that redefine daily rituals...

With over 100 events and 1000 attendees, the first ever D.C. Climate Week in Washington D.C. promises to be a hugely impactful event, bringing together like minded people and showcasing some of the latest thinking and innovation.  Ralph Cochrane interviews co-organisers C'pher Gresham & Vid Micevic - Ralph Cochrane https://serve.podhome.fm/tech-for-climate-action

Can we decarbonise quicker without spending anything? Just by using the energy grid in a more flexible way?  The EU has an ambitious target that by 2030 renewable energy will account for 45% of our energy needs. Could this be a potential solution? Ralph Cochrane talks to Sympower's CEO & Founder Simon Bushell to find out more.  Host: Ralph Cochrane Produced by: event.video

The City of Stockholm is leading the way in sustainability with a net positive carbon impact. In this special edition of the Tech for Climate Action Podcast, we're live from the Coffee Lounge at the Tech for Climate event in Brussels. Join us as we sit down with Karin Ekdahl Wästberg, Director of Innovation from the city of Stockholm. Karen discusses her varied role in supporting 47 different...

Ralph Cochrane interviews Ilias Iakovidis who is a special adviser within the European Commission (DG Connect) working on the nexus of  digital and green transitions. We discuss: The Digital Product Passport The Real Net Impact of Digitalisation The Circular Economy Why the environment is as important as the economy Host: Ralph Cochrane Produced by: event.video

Istvan Ujhelyi was an MEP From 2014-2024 and a leading figure within the European Parliament working within the Environment, Transport and Tourism committees. Twice voted special representative of the year he has recently created a think tank focused on helping business work with the EU institutions.  Ralph Cochrane (host) interviews Istvan about what's next for the EU Green Deal as well as his vi...