Europe Climate Connection
A podcast dedicated to climate action across Europe. Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe hosts inspirational guests from civil society organisations working on the ground to fight the climate crisis. Each episode dives into a different climate change or energy transition topic giving you the what, who, why and how from specialists across the continent and beyond. So sit back, relax and enjoy critical conversations that hope to spark a change! More information about CAN Europe via caneurope.org and you can follow us on Twitter @CANEurope This podcast was produced with the financial support of the European Union through it's SPARK project. Its contents are the sole responsibility of CAN Europe and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union
Episodes
December 10, 2024 • 21 mins
Climate litigation is a powerful tool for demanding accountability in the fight against the climate crisis.
In this episode, we explore how legal cases are becoming a force for justice, holding both corporations and governments responsible for their role in climate impacts. We are joined by Noah Walker Crawford, a research fellow at London School of Economics and advisor to Germanwatch, as well as Saúl Luciano Lliuya from Peru. We l...
In this episode, we explore how legal cases are becoming a force for justice, holding both corporations and governments responsible for their role in climate impacts. We are joined by Noah Walker Crawford, a research fellow at London School of Economics and advisor to Germanwatch, as well as Saúl Luciano Lliuya from Peru. We l...
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December 2, 2024 • 21 mins
What is the role of public budgets in financing the transition, including combating climate change? What impact do budgets have on people’s daily lives?
In this episode, we travel to France to dive into the state of the country's socio ecological transition and examine the effectiveness of the government’s green policies. Our guest Emeline Notari, Ecological Transition Financing Manager of Réseau Action Climat France, joins us to d...
In this episode, we travel to France to dive into the state of the country's socio ecological transition and examine the effectiveness of the government’s green policies. Our guest Emeline Notari, Ecological Transition Financing Manager of Réseau Action Climat France, joins us to d...
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October 1, 2024 • 18 mins
Civil society organisations, particularly climate and environmental groups, play a critical role in addressing climate change and benefiting society. However, like all organisations, they also leave an ecological footprint.
In this episode, we talk with Mattias Söderberg, Global Climate Lead at DanChurchAid, and explore their groundbreaking initiative to calculate their historical climate footprint and take responsibility for their...
In this episode, we talk with Mattias Söderberg, Global Climate Lead at DanChurchAid, and explore their groundbreaking initiative to calculate their historical climate footprint and take responsibility for their...
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May 8, 2024 • 21 mins
What are the community-led initiatives and what impact can they make in order to tackle the social and the environmental challenges we are facing?
In this episode, we discuss the power of collective action and learn how it can lead to behavioural and systemic changes for a safer and more sustainable future. We talk with Nina Klein, Policy Leader at Ecolise, the European network for community-led initiatives on climate change and su...
In this episode, we discuss the power of collective action and learn how it can lead to behavioural and systemic changes for a safer and more sustainable future. We talk with Nina Klein, Policy Leader at Ecolise, the European network for community-led initiatives on climate change and su...
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April 5, 2024 • 19 mins
How does the climate crisis relate to gender inequalities? Why should we apply a gender lens when it comes to climate policy?
In this episode, we explore the intersection of gender and the climate crisis, and the need to put gender justice at the heart of climate justice. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events and other climate impacts, especially those in vulnerable communities in the Global South...
In this episode, we explore the intersection of gender and the climate crisis, and the need to put gender justice at the heart of climate justice. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events and other climate impacts, especially those in vulnerable communities in the Global South...
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March 6, 2024 • 16 mins
In this episode, we explore the intricacies of the European Green Deal, a sweeping strategy introduced by the EU in 2019 to confront the ecological crisis head-on. Pledged to enhance citizen well-being, promote clean energy, and safeguard biodiversity, the Green Deal sets ambitious goals to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 and achieve climate neutrality by 2050. However, amidst accolades dubbing it Europe's 'man on the...
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February 7, 2024 • 17 mins
With this episode, we continue to keep our fingers on the pulse of the energy transition in Europe, zooming in on Greece—a country facing the brunt of the climate crisis as one of the eight lignite mining European nations.
Our guest, Nikos Mantzaris, a Senior Policy Analyst at the Green Tank, breaks down Greece's energy scene. He dives into the just transition process, discussing progress, challenges, and how external factors like t...
Our guest, Nikos Mantzaris, a Senior Policy Analyst at the Green Tank, breaks down Greece's energy scene. He dives into the just transition process, discussing progress, challenges, and how external factors like t...
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December 20, 2023 • 18 mins
Ever wondered what happens to climate promises after COPs? In this episode, we look into how commitments and pledges translate into actionable plans on a national level and how citizen participation can bridge the gap between global goals and local actions. Our guest, Systemic Change expert Kim Claes from CIDSE, sheds light on the intricate process of translating lofty climate commitments made at global summits, such as COP, into t...
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November 29, 2023 • 18 mins
As COP28 unfolds in Dubai, we dissect the hidden influence of export credit agencies in financing fossil fuel projects globally. In this episode, export credit insurance expert Marius Troost from BothENDS provides insights into the impact of these agencies on climate, energy transition, and vulnerable communities and sheds light on the urgent need for transparency and change in our approach to environmental justice.
BothENDS works w...
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October 25, 2023 • 20 mins
In this episode, we delve into the intricate relationship between agricultural practices, climate targets, and environmental sustainability. Our focus is on the nuanced realm of carbon removal and its significance in achieving climate goals. With a spotlight on the European Commission's proposed carbon farming concept, we explore the diverse challenges and potential risks associated with this approach. Our special guest, Sophie Sch...
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September 27, 2023 • 19 mins
We are back with a second season! As we continue to keep our fingers on the pulse of the energy transition, this episode shines a spotlight on a pivotal aspect of the transition process: the implementation itself. With the EU's 'Fit for 55' package setting climate and energy targets for Member States, we turn our attention to how EU member states plan to realise these goals through their National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs).
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July 5, 2023 • 20 mins
Climate change affects us all, but not equally.
In this episode, we delve into the pressing issue of carbon inequality, uncovering the disparities in carbon emissions that exist within our society. From marginalised communities bearing the disproportionate burden to the environmental impact of luxury lifestyles, we explore the systemic causes behind this imbalance. Join us as Jacqueline Persson and Julie Boss from Oxfam, shed light...
In this episode, we delve into the pressing issue of carbon inequality, uncovering the disparities in carbon emissions that exist within our society. From marginalised communities bearing the disproportionate burden to the environmental impact of luxury lifestyles, we explore the systemic causes behind this imbalance. Join us as Jacqueline Persson and Julie Boss from Oxfam, shed light...
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June 7, 2023 • 17 mins
How can we create a climate movement that truly represents all voices and perspectives?While the climate crisis affects social groups disproportionately, with vulnerable communities bearing the brunt of its worst consequences, decision-making processes have often excluded these communities, perpetuating a lack of representative democracy.
In this episode, we dive into the critical issue of climate justice and the urgent need for a t...
In this episode, we dive into the critical issue of climate justice and the urgent need for a t...
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May 3, 2023 • 22 mins
When we talk about sufficiency, we are discussing how to limit our consumption and how to identify the imbalances, the power struggles and inequalities behind that, because it is a social justice problem.
In this episode, we will discuss the EU’s responsibility and role to address these issues at policy level, but we also dive into what citizens can do to make a lasting and sustainable change. We live in a world based on capitalism...
In this episode, we will discuss the EU’s responsibility and role to address these issues at policy level, but we also dive into what citizens can do to make a lasting and sustainable change. We live in a world based on capitalism...
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April 5, 2023 • 23 mins
A solar rooftop revolution is coming, and it is not leaving anyone behind! From private citizens to local businesses, everyone will gain access to a renewable source of energy that will reduce costs, stop our toxic reliance on fossil fuels, empower consumers and make the energy market more accessible.
In this episode we discuss it all: who are prosumers and what benefits will they have from shifting to solar energy? How can business...
In this episode we discuss it all: who are prosumers and what benefits will they have from shifting to solar energy? How can business...
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March 1, 2023 • 20 mins
How do we stop funding climate chaos? Where does the money go and how much of this is real green investments? In this episode we answer these and many more questions with Jonas from Umanotera!
From the Taxonomy to public subsidies, we discuss the role and funding of fossil fuels in the energy market, and how and if we will be able to get rid of them. In Central and Eastern Europe, things are starting to change in this regard, and th...
From the Taxonomy to public subsidies, we discuss the role and funding of fossil fuels in the energy market, and how and if we will be able to get rid of them. In Central and Eastern Europe, things are starting to change in this regard, and th...
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February 1, 2023 • 23 mins
What system change has to do with the climate crisis? In this episode we discuss it with Simona Getova from Kolektiv Z. If you’re as intrigued as we are, stay tuned!
But how do we break free from the old schemes to create a brighter, more sustainable and more inclusive future? To make the needed societal transformation happen, the change needs to be built bottom-up, leaving nobody behind and bringing about the voices of marginalised...
But how do we break free from the old schemes to create a brighter, more sustainable and more inclusive future? To make the needed societal transformation happen, the change needs to be built bottom-up, leaving nobody behind and bringing about the voices of marginalised...
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January 4, 2023 • 18 mins
Let’s celebrate the new year together by listening to a discussion on Central Eastern Europe and how the coal regions there can benefit from the European Green Deal, which was launched by the EU back in 2020.
For the occasion, Radostina Slavkova and Simeon Gorov from NGO Za Zemiata join CAN Europe’s co-hosts Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer.
This month’s topic is particularly fitting, since it marks the 3rd anniversary of the Europ...
For the occasion, Radostina Slavkova and Simeon Gorov from NGO Za Zemiata join CAN Europe’s co-hosts Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer.
This month’s topic is particularly fitting, since it marks the 3rd anniversary of the Europ...
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December 7, 2022 • 23 mins
Hear hear: the second Europe Climate Connection episode is finally out! This month we discuss the energy crisis and, in particular, how we can keep our homes warm with real and renewable solutions in a socially fair way. For the occasion, Clare O’Connor from Friends of the Earth Ireland joins CAN Europe’s co-hosts Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer.
Clare from Friends of the Earth Ireland talks with us about the current cost of livin...
Clare from Friends of the Earth Ireland talks with us about the current cost of livin...
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November 2, 2022 • 25 mins
*Drumroll please!* The first Europe Climate Connection episode launches with a deep dive into climate justice. With the 2022 global climate summit - COP27 - just around the corner, CAN Europe co-hosts Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer chat to Rebecca Thissen from Belgian organisation CNCD 11.11.11. Fresh from an eye-opening trip from Senegal, Rebecca speaks about how frontline communities in the country are being hit by climate imp...
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