Climate Action Show

Vivien interviews Ian Angus at the Socialism for the Twenty First Century Conference. Author of the book - Facing the Anthropocene:  Fossil Capitalism and the Crisis of the Earth System Crisis. We look at the bleaching of the reef in an interview with David Spratt (many thanks to Alex Smith for permission to use this interview from Radio Ecoshock).

In this episode Viv brings you:Mark Butler (ALP) Josh Frydenberg (Liberal Party) Senator Janet Rice (Greens) Adam Bandt (Greens, Melbourne) Professor Peter Christoff (Melbourne University) Natalie Isaacs  -1 million women

In this episode, we know that your vote counts and bring you:- Larissa Waters Australian Greens Senator  - Evan Hughes contesting the PM's seat in Wentworth- PM Malcolm Turnbull adressing BZE forum 2010- Jim Casey, Greens in Grayndler- Natalie Isaacs - founder and CEO of 1 Million WomenPS - the PM's 2010 speech at a Beyond Zero Emissions forum is a beauty! Enjoy!

In tonight's episode we ask you the listener, to give to 3CR and more specifically to our show!!  It's only once a year and it helps keep us on air all year.

Tonight, Viv provides insight into the work that local councils are entering into to combat the spectre that is climate change.  (Don't forget you can do things too, lobby that politician, email or call your local member).   Our guests are:  Tiffany Harrison (Coordinator Zero Emissions, Byron Bay )Stephen Bygrave (BZE CEO)  Amanda Cahill (friend of BZE) Tayannah O'Donnell (from the Institute of Go...

In this episode Viv brings us, in association with 350.org and the Guardian Live -  Bill McKibben, can I say the famous Bill McKibben?  Co-founder of 350.org, Bill McKibben has been a tireless, campaigner for the urgency of action to mitigate the impending doom that is ours if we do not collectively do something SOON."Climate Change is just about the most unjust thing humans have been able to figu...

Viv curates more of the best from the Myuna Bay Conference Beyond Coal and Gas (April 2016) John Hepburn - The Sunrise Project Gadrian Hoosan - Booroloola Campaign against CSG in the Gulf Country Leigh Ewbank - Friends of the Earth "Yes to renewables" Campaign Wendy Farmer - Voices of the Valley - Repairing the damage of Morwell mine fires Drew Hutton - Lock the Gate Alliance on mine rehabilitatio...

In this episode, Viv travels to Myuna Bay, NSW, north of Sydney and south of Newcastle, to the Beyond Coal and Gas Conference.  Held over the 8th to 11th April the gathering was a coming together of communities across Australia in their opposition to coal and coal seam gas. The conference is an annual event that continues to grow each year in a reflection of the growth of the movement. Perhaps you...

 Viv talks to the scientists, the Antartica scientists!  Their work deepens our understanding of the role the region plays in the global climate system, and the implications for marine ecosystems. In order of interview, Viv speaks with Dr David Etheridge (CSIRO), Dr Sue Cook (Glaciologist, University of Tasmania), and Professor Tony Worby (CEO acecrc.org.au ).And we are reminded, again, that our b...

Clive Hamilton and Robert Manne talk about climate consequences after Paris...Are scientists politically naïve demanding urgent emissions cuts? Will government pledges need to be enforced by blockadia? Is there hope for the climate at last?

Tonight's episode goes to the launch of the Renewable Energy Superpower in Sydney, 4 April 2016.  More information on Beyond Zero Emission's "Renewable Energy Superpower National Tour" can be found here. China's State Grid Chairman says "The only hurdle to overcome is 'mindset'. There is no technical challenge at all."The speakers areGerard Drew - Research Director, Beyond Zero Emissions Tim Buckl...

Viv turned out for a debate at the Sustainable Living Festival earlier this year and in this episode we bring you that recording.  The debate is called Is this the end of economic growth? Growth is stagnating, inequality is rising, resource constraints are pressing, and environmental impacts are worsening. If economic growth is killling us how do we craft an economy we can live with? MC-ed by Anth...

Australian scientist Tim Flannery (The Weather Makers, Now or Never) has repeatedly called for action on climate change and his latest work Atmosphere of Hope is a solutions-based approach to the catastrophe the globe, and every species on it, face. He discusses the ramifications of our changed environment–from large-scale storms, to increased wildfires and offers a call to action for anyone inter...

Can we get there by incremental steps or should we go the whole hog? The Great debate from Sustainable Living FestivalAs climate change poses an existential threat, Cam Walker (Friends of the Earth) argues we need to engage everyone. People start with the incremental steps building community consensus then go the whole hog of shutting down coal fired power and installing bold new solar power with...

In this episode, Viv asks -  How do other countries get citizens to use less energy? Martina Blum: explaining how the citizens of Zurich voted  to lower their electricity usage to 2000 watts per person each year. Now they are getting behind government spending on public transport and a massive renovation of buildings. Electricity companies in the country are required to buy produced surplus energy...

CSIRO cuts, Antarctic climate research and Lighter footprintsClaude Lorius a French glaciologist, showed the climate history in an Antarctic Ice Core. In the film "Ice and Sky" we see how his team traced back 400,000 years and the alarming impact of increased carbon in the last two centuries. As an old man we see him dismayed by the attacks of climate sceptics and deniers. The panel at Transitions...

In this episode we take a look at farmers keeping carbon in the soil, Future Super keeps carbon out and Penang Citizens lower their carbon footprint. Guests:Deane Belfield - Australian Regenerative Farmers AssociationSimon Sheikh - Future SuperThing Siew Shuen - Penang Green CouncilJeremy Leggett - "Winning the carbon war"

The title of this episode refers to Pope Francis's words "We are at the limit of suicide, to say a strong word. Our world is on a suicidal course unless we  pay attention and pull out of this nosedive into the sixth great extinction."Our guests joining Vivien in the studio for this episode areLyn Bender - practising psychologist and former Manager of  Lifeline, MelbourneDeborah Hart - author of Gu...

With thousands of scientists condemning the cuts to the CSIRO, Viv brings Dr Liz Hanna (The Australian National University) to speak about the health impacts of the recent funding cuts. Also, Julie Lyford brings us Groundswell Gloucester's victory over AGL Energy, who have now withdrawn their franking intentions.    Where next for Coal Seam Gas? Tom Doig (author of 'The Coal Face') celebrates More...

In this episode Viv brings us: Bill Hampel, author of 'Against the Grain – 14 farmers adapt to climate change'. A book full of hope based on solid action and evidence on Australian farms. The average Aussie farm produces enough to feed 600 people, that's 150 at home and 450 overseas. How can we help them? De Grebner explains how suburban gardeners are cultivating trees and even planting them on fa...

While  governments cling to the old energy mix and toy with nuclear, BZE shows the way forward. Greens leader Senator Richard Di Natale talks about the trillions set to be invested in lowcarbon technologies. Luke Taylor takes us behind the scenes as SLF strengthens or resolve to be resilient and creative about climate. Gemma Weedall tells us why S.A leads on renewables and how Eco Socialism opens...

In this episode Viv brings us:- Professor Michael Hall from NZ analysing the place of the tourist industry in a carbon constrained world- Lyn Bender, Psychologist commenting on climate change taboos, and- Professor Robert Manne deconstructing why those who could fail to do:  addressing the spectre of  climate change.   

Can we forge a new dynamic out of an imperfect agreement? Co-operation,decarbonisation and courage mes braves!!Tune in to hear our guests:Christine Milne - Global Greens AmbassadorAndrew Bradley - Holdfast Communications DirectorStephen Bygrave - Beyond Zero Emissions CEOHomework for this week, check out Solar Citizens website and get involved!  :)

Take the climate mobilization pledge via the Climate Mobilization websiteDr Margaret Klein Salamon article The Transformative Power of Climate Truth"We recognize that the climate problem is a global emergency that threatens to cause the collapse of civilization within this century."  Margaret Klein SalamonPublished April 27, 2015