Candid Climate Conversations
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Human activity threatens to destroy our planet as we know it. In conversation with scientists, activists, environmentalists, and experts, Abhiir Bhalla discusses the issues of climate change, ranging from air pollution to global warming. Tune into this podcast every fortnight/month to learn about the different manifestations of the climate crisis and the challenges and solutions to overcoming..
Candid Climate Conversations
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Mr. Loganathan is an industry expert in Sustainable Finance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing, and UK/EU ESG Regulations. Currently the CEO of Pico Analytics, a FinTech company focusing on ESG Analytics and Sustainable Finance, Subbu is passionate about sustainability metrics and market-based solutions to address the climate crisis. He is a member of the Governing Board of the Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC), a charity focusing on sustainable development across the Commonwealth. Join Abhiir and Subbu in a conversation that seeks to undertake a deep dive into the b ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
7M ago
Professor Pankaj Jain is an internationally recognized academic leader in Sustainability, Jain Studies, Film Studies, and Diaspora Studies. He is the Head of the Department of Humanities & Languages and the Chair of The India Centre at FLAME University. Widely quoted in various American and Indian media outlets, Dr. Jain has been interviewed by the New York Times in 2020. In 2019, Morgan Freeman interviewed him for the National Geographic series, ‘The Story of God’. Join Abhiir and Pankaj in a conversation that explores the intersectionality of religions, languages and sustainability. They ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
7M ago
Dia Mirza is a UNEP Goodwill Ambassador, Actress and Producer. She’s on the Board of Sanctuary Nature Foundation and is also the UN Secretary General’s Advocate for Sustainable Development Goals. Passionate about preserving nature and climate action, she is an Ambassador for the Wildlife Trust of India, Save The Children and also the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Join Abhiir and Dia in a conversation that explores the role of institutional and individual action on climate change. They discuss the progress of Tiger Conservation campaigns and the part played by individual action in insp ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
7M ago
Dashor Paljor ‘Benji’ Dorji is a Bhutanese environmentalist, judge and diplomat. He is the Founding President of the Bhutan Ecological Society and has served in various capacities in the Royal Government of Bhutan. He established Bhutan’s first environmental non-profit, and spearheaded the establishment of the Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation. In this episode, Benji Dorji shares his journey, from being the son of the former Prime Minister of Bhutan to creating a name for himself as the ‘Godfather of Conservation’ through his work. Join Abhiir and Mr. Dorji in this conversation ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
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James Whitlow Delano is a Japan-based documentary storyteller. He is a grantee of the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting and has won international awards for his monograph photo books. He is the recipient of the Picture of the Year International Award, NPPA Best of Photojournalism and many more! He is the founder of the Everyday Climate Change feed, where photographers from diverse backgrounds document global climate change on 7 continents. Join Abhiir and James in a conversation that explores the intersectionality of photography, journalism and climate change. From melting glaciers to defore ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
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Ms. Sunita Narain is a Delhi-based environmentalist and author, currently the Director of Center for Science and Environment, an internationally reputed environmental think tank in India. Ms Narain plays an active role in policy formulation on issues of environment and development in India and globally. She was a member of the Indian Prime Minister’s Council on Climate Change and has been awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour. In 2005, the Centre for Science and Environment, under her leadership was also awarded the Stockholm Water Prize. In 2016, Time Magazine listed her ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
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Suyash Keshari is a 25-year old wildlife filmmaker, presenter and award-winning photographer based in New Delhi, India. He is the producer of WWF International’s 'Safari With Suyash', a real-life web series about a young person’s life with tigers and conservation issues surrounding the species, centered in Bandhavgarh National Park. In this episode, Suyash shares anecdotes of some of his enthralling encounters with wildlife and shares insights on how climate change is adversely affecting territorial animals, including big cats. Join Abhiir and Suyash Keshari in their conversation, which explor ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
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Dr. Russell-Jones is a former advisor part of England's Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution, and is currently the Chair of 'Help Rescue the Planet', which is an organisation dedicated to minimizing air pollution and mitigating climate change. His activities have influenced several key areas of environmental policy in the UK, including the decision to ban lead in petrol! He talks about the problem of air pollution - its causes, effects and solutions, and his journey in the fight for clean air. Join Abhiir and Dr. Russell-Jones in their conversation about the link between climate change ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
2y ago
Mr. Loganathan is an industry expert in Sustainable Finance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing, and UK/EU ESG Regulations. Currently the CEO of Pico Analytics, a FinTech company focusing on ESG Analytics and Sustainable Finance, Subbu is passionate about sustainability metrics and market-based solutions to address the climate crisis. He is a member of the Governing Board of the Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC), a charity focusing on sustainable development across the Commonwealth. Join Abhiir and Subbu in a conversation that seeks to undertake a deep dive into the b ..read more
Candid Climate Conversations
2y ago
Professor Pankaj Jain is an internationally recognized academic leader in Sustainability, Jain Studies, Film Studies, and Diaspora Studies. He is the Head of the Department of Humanities & Languages and the Chair of The India Centre at FLAME University. Widely quoted in various American and Indian media outlets, Dr. Jain has been interviewed by the New York Times in 2020. In 2019, Morgan Freeman interviewed him for the National Geographic series, ‘The Story of God’. Join Abhiir and Pankaj in a conversation that explores the intersectionality of religions, languages and sustainability. They ..read more