105. Why Dale Vince is a Successful Serial Climate Entrepreneur
With the G7 Summit happening in just a few days, things are looking good for it being a big moment for climate. Foreign Ministers have noted the impact of climate change on the most vulnerable, Health Ministers have made the link between health and the environment, Finance Ministers have supported mandating climate related disclosures...the momentum is real. But we\u2019ve been here before with the same words and no action, so what is different this time around?
Later on in the episode we speak with serial climate entrepreneur, Dale Vince. Dale is a tireless force of nature. So far he\u2019s founded a successful Green Energy company, Ecotricity; he\u2019s Chairman of Forest Green Rovers, the world\u2019s first all vegan, carbon neutral football team; and his company Skydiamond makes precious gems from carbon capture. We hear what underlies Dale's motivation and how his determined, stubborn optimism has made his ventures successful in demonstrating what we can still do to solve challenges posed by the climate crisis. And...is there a possible future for him in politics?
And finally, we hear a stirring spoken word piece titled, \u201cAir\u201d by Mel Chant\xe9.
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Dale Vince
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