Join hosts Jaqueline Alemayehu and Asmaa Kharchouf as they sit down with Mark Halle, Senior Advisor at NatureFinance, to unpack decades of experience in environmental governance and sustainable finance.Together, they explore the limits of state-centric climate governance, the growing influence of corporations and whether current environmental systems are capable of responding to planetary crises. We also discuss the rise of nature finance, the debate around commodifying nature, and reflect on power, and accountability.

Join hosts Jacqueline Alemayehu and Aecaterini Loizidou as they sit down with Andrés Del Castillo, an international lawyer advising governments in the UN Plastics Treaty negotiations.Andrés breaks down the fundamentals of the treaty, the fault lines between producer and consumer countries, and why the talks are far from over. We also unpack the climate governance trilemma.

Join hosts Asmaa Kharchouf and Isa Walton as they speak to Max Voegtli, a prominent climate activist in Switzerland.In the episode, Max reflects on his transition from working in the corporate world to making activism his full-time commitment. From civil disobedience to grassroots movements, we follow Max’s journey through various forms of action, all driven by the goal of defending the planet and pushing meaningful climate action.Disappointed with the lack of results from working within established systems, Max discusses his involvement in movements such as DROP Fossil Fuels, Our Answer, and Renovate Switzerland, and how these initiatives aim to draw urgent attention to the climate crisis.

Join podcast hosts Jacqueline Alemayehu and Asmaa Kharchouf in Episode 3 of Season 7 as they sit down with Lucretia Landmann to unpack the inner workings of the Green Climate Fund (GCF).From demystifying key terms like blended finance to exploring how the GCF operates at the intersection of policy, climate, and international negotiations, this episode offers a clear and grounded look into one of the world’s most influential climate finance funds.Lucretia shares her insight into how significant climate funds are in mobilizing to support projects that uphold our right to a healthy planet.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Anne Saab (Associate Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute) about hunger narratives, food regimes, and the complex interplay between climate change and emotions. Professor Saab highlights how international law shapes responses to the environmental crisis, with a particular focus on the role of climate-ready seeds and the implications of their patent rights. The discussion also delves into the emotional framing of climate change in international law and the pitfalls of fear-driven rhetoric.

Join us for the first episode of our new season, featuring Brindusa Burrows - a sustainable finance expert, entrepreneur, lecturer, and artist. In this episode, we delve into the world of sustainable finance, discussing the pressing need for a fresh perspective within the industry. We’ll also delve into the intersection of art and nature, examining the fascinating dynamics of communication or its absence between humans and non-humans. So grab your headphones and join us for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation!Our guest's art website: https://www.alphabetofhealing.com/

Join us for our final episode of this season, as we talk to Benjamin Schachter, the Coordinator for the Environment and Climate Change team at the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. From spearheading pivotal reports and studies to leading dynamic panel discussions, he's been at the heart of it all. And now, as the head of the environment and climate change team, Ben continues to pave the way for transformative action in this ever-important realm. So grab your headphones and prepare to dive into the conversation with us!

Join a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Alice Pirlot (Assistant Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute) about the interlinkages of taxation and climate change. Sebastian Zünd and new host Kristi explore Professor Pirlot’s fascination with the topic and how taxes affect environmental problems. The discussion covers tax governance, carbon pricing, as well as the controversial Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on the critical link between economics and sustainability.

The Ecologist Podcast is back for a new season! Join us for a very exciting first episode with our guest Dr. Oksana Tarasova, a Senior Scientific Officer in the Infrastructure Department of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). In this discussion, we take stock of the current state of the climate and the key dynamics that are influencing it (both now and in the future). We also discuss the activities of a Senior Scientist at the WMO, and the implications of converging scientific, sociopolitical, and economic realities. Special thanks to Le Sablier de Cassandre, who facilitated the discussion as part of their flagship Apéro Climat Initiative! This episode was recorded with a live audience during the Geneva Sustainability Week at La Fabrique, IHEID.

Join us for a very special final episode of season 5 of the Ecologist Podcast, featuring a live-discussion with the renowned Julia Steinberger, a well renowned economical ecologist, IPCC author, and climate activist! In this discussion we seek to challenge the conventional wisdom of 'green growth,' examining its implications for equity and unraveling the intricate connections between economic activity, material usage, and well-being. A special thanks to the team at the Fabrique for hosting our live podcast!