Best LanzaTech Podcasts (2025)

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EP: 38 The Rock-Solid Future of Carbon Removal w/ Enhanced Weathering 32:07

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In this episode of Catching Carbon, we dive into a carbon removal method that's moving fast from theory to large-scale deployment: enhanced rock weathering (ERW). Our guest, Ryan King from UNDO, walks us through the science, economics, and real-world application of this XPRIZE-recognized technology. Ryan helps us understand why enhanced rock weathe…

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EP 37: Driving Decarbonization by Rail with Josh Raglin, CSO of Norfolk Southern 25:25

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In this episode of Catching Carbon, we sit down with Josh Raglin, Chief Sustainability Officer at Norfolk Southern Corporation, one of the largest freight railroads in North America. With over two decades of experience in nature-based sustainability solutions, Josh shares how Norfolk Southern is leading the charge to decarbonize rail transport and …

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EP36: Ocean Carbon Capture: How VyCarb Is Unlocking Climate Solutions from the Sea 39:57

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What if the key to solving carbon emissions was hidden in plain sight—floating all around us in our oceans? In this episode of Catching Carbon, we sit down with Garrett Boudinot, Founder and CEO of VyCarb, to dive into a new frontier in carbon removal: oceanic carbon capture. Garrett shares how VyCarb’s cutting-edge technology is turning the tide o…

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EP35: Financing the Future of Carbon Capture with John May 36:02

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In this episode of Catching Carbon, hosts Jeff Holyoak and Luke Lana sit down with John May, Managing Director at Hamilton Clark, to break down the critical role of investment in advancing carbon capture technologies. From early-stage funding to commercial-scale project financing, John shares insights into how institutional capital is fueling innov…

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EP34: Carbon Clean - Executing on Scalable Carbon Capture for Hard to Abate Industries 46:37

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In this episode, we sit down with Aniruddha Sharma, CEO of Carbon Clean, to explore how carbon capture is evolving to address the 12 billion tons of CO₂ emissions from hard-to-abate industries. With a technology that has been around for 90 years, the challenge isn’t whether carbon capture works—it’s how to scale it efficiently. The biggest challeng…

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Catching Carbon x Raterman High Pressure Podcast 35:34

1y ago35:34

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SPECIAL EPISODE! Catching Carbon joins the High Pressure Podcast to discuss the future of the CO2 distribution market and how it pertains to the industrial gas industry. If you are familiar with CO2 capture and sequestration, but new to the concept of utilization and the needs of the merchant CO2 market, this is a great overview episode! Thank you …

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EP33: Direct Air Capture & Merchant CO2 with Industry Experts 31:31

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Joining the conversation are three expert panelists, who provide insights into the commercialization of emerging CO2 capture technologies and the introduction of new source gases to the merchant CO2 market. The panel tackles key topics including cost pressures, scale-up challenges, market penetration, and competition within this infant industry. Tu…

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EP32: CO2 Summit Market Predictions 19:15

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In this special live episode of Catching Carbon, recorded on stage at the 2024 Gasworld CO2 Summit in Nashville, hosts Jeff Holyoak and Luke Lana take a deep dive into the evolving CO2 market. Revisiting bold predictions made two years ago, the duo explores how those forecasts have played out and the unexpected shifts in supply and demand. With the…

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EP: 31 Biogenic CO2 and the Future of Renewable Energy with Patrick Serfass 35:15

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Patrick Serfass of the American Biogas Council joins the Catching Carbon Podcast to discuss the evolution of biogas as a viable source of CO2, and the importance of that CO2 being biogenic in nature. The group walks through the process of biogas upgrading, importance of the renewable natural gas, and the possible outlets for the byproduct CO2 that …

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Innovative Aviation Fuel with Jimmy Samartzis 21:29

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In the latest episode of CarbonSmart, we explore the future of sustainable aviation with Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, and Jimmy Samartzis, CEO of LanzaJet. Discover how these leaders are transforming the aviation industry with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through innovative carbon recycling and alcohol-to-jet technologies. Delve into…

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Trailblazers of Transition 16:57

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Join us on an empowering journey with Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, and Aura Cuellar, President of LanzaTech, as they share their remarkable paths from the realms of oil and gas to revolutionizing the clean tech sector. In this episode, we explore the deep convictions and strategic prowess that empowered these two Colombian women to lead…

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EP: 30 Revolutionizing Carbon Capture with Tom Dower from LanzaTech 41:55

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In this episode, Catching Carbon welcomes Tom Dower from LanzaTech to explore how their innovative approach to carbon capture is transforming the industry. LanzaTech takes carbon capture a step further by converting it into something valuable & useful at scale. Discover how they are replacing virgin fossil carbon in consumer goods & sustainable avi…

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EP 29: Clearing the Air with SkyTree's Innovation in DAC Technology 32:57

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Join us in this informative episode as we sit down with Rob van Straten, a key player at Skytree, to discuss the revolutionary strides they're making in the realm of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. Broadcasting directly from Amsterdam, Rob shares how Skytree is tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time—removing CO2 from the atmosphere…

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EP: 28 gasworld CO2 Summit Austria LIVE Podcast Recording 40:58

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Catching Carbon is live from Austria speaking to the attendees of the 2024 European Summit presented by Gasworld! Jeff and Luke have a focused discussion on the current and future landscape of the CO2 market, both in Europe and in North America. They identify the stakeholders of the market, the direction of government, new and emerging technologies…

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EP: 27 Unlocking the Future of Carbon Capture with Phil DeLuna and DeepSky Labs 42:21

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Welcome to episode 27 of Catching Carbon, where we host an enlightening conversation with Phil DeLuna, the pioneering engineer and scientist leading the charge at DeepSky. With a mission to drive sustainable carbon removal technologies, DeepSky's unique approach and promising scalability could make a significant impact on our global carbon economy.…

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EP: 26 CO2 Year in Review – Applying Lessons Learned w/ gasworld & CGA 31:50

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Rob Cockerill, Global Content Director from gasworld & Rich Gottwald, President of the Compressed Gas Association join our hosts for an in depth conversation about the state of the CO2 industry over the last few years and where we predict it will go in the years to come. After a tough year in 2022 with shortages, allocations, and frequent cases of …

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EP: 25 Revolutionizing Carbon Capture: Unveiling the Membrane Technology Frontier with Compact Membrane’s Christine Parrish 36:38

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Episode 25 of the Catching Carbon podcast is here, exploring the use of membranes to isolate carbon dioxide waste. We are joined by Christine Parrish, a driving force behind Compact Membrane, a company reshaping traditional carbon capture with innovative membrane technology. Join us as Christine shares insights into how Compact Membrane is working …

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EP: 24 Dry Ice in Food Packaging and CO2 Sourcing 30:26

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Join us on Episode 24 of Catching Carbon as our hosts delve into the world of dry ice with special guest Maria Butters from Butcher Box. Discover the critical role dry ice plays in the meat shipping industry and why Butcher Box decided to take matters into their own hands by producing their own dry ice during the challenging CO2 shortages. In this …

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EP: 23 Carbon Negative Hydrogen from Biogas or Methane with Hycamite 38:01

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In Episode 23 of the Catching Carbon Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome some special guests from Hycamite, a pioneering company at the forefront of the low-carbon energy revolution. Carolina Ahlstrand, Matti Malkamaki, and Niina Gronqvist discuss Hycamite’s groundbreaking work in producing low carbon hydrogen and other sustainable carbon products. …

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EP: 22 Renewable Energy Tax Credits w/ Amish Shah 28:25

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Renewable energy has taken center stage in the global push for sustainability, and tax credits have emerged as crucial tools to drive the adoption of cleaner technologies. Amish Shaw, a seasoned expert in tax law, takes us through the nuances of the 45Q tax credit, shedding light on its evolving guidelines and the exciting inclusion of utilization …

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EP: 21 Unveiling the Power of Clean Hydrogen: Exploring Electrolysis and its Environmental Implications 32:00

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In this episode, we tackle the crucial intersection of hydrogen and CO2. We explore how clean hydrogen production, particularly through electrolysis, holds the key to a sustainable future by offering a clean and versatile energy carrier. Our guests unravel the intricate connection between hydrogen and carbon capture, highlighting how hydrogen produ…

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EP: 20 Exploring the Future of Hydrogen: Powering Tomorrow with Jack Hedge of Bayotech 28:48

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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jack Hedge, a leading expert from Bayotech, a pioneer in hydrogen technology. Jack brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, and together, we explore the exciting prospects and challenges surrounding hydrogen's role in shaping our sustainable future. Like with all renewable energies, the path to viabil…

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EP: 19 Transforming Carbon: Innovations for a Sustainable Future 34:51

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In this captivating episode of Catching Carbon, we are thrilled to welcome the Twelve team, pioneers in the field of carbon transformation, as they unveil their groundbreaking technology that promises to revolutionize the fight against climate change. Join us as we delve into the depths of their ingenious process, which emulates the very essence of…

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EP: 18 Diamonds from Carbon Capture 24:05

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Diamonds from thin air? Catching Carbon welcomes Dan Wojno, founder and COO of Aether Diamonds to discuss the revolutionary technology they are utilizing to grow diamonds. Aether diamonds are created with 100% atmospheric carbon dioxide. Direct air capture technology is used to extract carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, setting the proprietary met…

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NYC Carbon Capture w/ Carbon Quest 31:14

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This week Catching Carbon welcomes, Brian Asparro, COO of Carbon Quest, to discuss the progress of their mission to decarbonize real estate. Large commercial and residential buildings are leading emitters in metropolitan areas, accounting for over 70% of all CO2 produced. Carbon Quest is currently the only building decarbonization technology addres…

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The Ministry For The Future with Kim Stanley Robinson 18:35

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Kim Stanley Robinson is an award-winning American writer of science fiction novels and short stories, best known for his Mars trilogy. In fact, "Ministry for the Future" is the only book that LanzaTech CEO Dr. Jennifer Holmgren has ever asked the team to read. Here, the two discuss the realities of climate change, the acceleration of solutions, and…

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CI Score Expert: Dr. Steffen Mueller 27:22

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The CC Crew welcomes Dr. Steffen Mueller, Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago! Dr. Mueller has an extensive background in lifecycle modeling of energy systems. Dr. Mueller discusses how Carbon Intensity (CI) scoring works, who it applies to, and the implications of a favorable score. At detail, the conversation focuses on the ethanol in…

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Undressing Carbon Capture 21:24

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Tune in to this week’s episode as we welcome special guest, Al Hamilton, to join the conversation on Carbon Capture. Co2 capture may be today’s hot topic, but reading about it on the front page of the paper does not translate to a true understanding of this process. In this episode, the Catching Carbon team comes in at a high level to describe how …

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Playing it Safe with CO2 21:31

3y ago21:31

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Catching Carbon went on the road and met with CO2 Meter’s Executive Vice President, Josh Pringle. In this episode, we discuss in detail best practices in safety protocols when dealing with CO2. With CO2 often being a secondary thought in the markets it is used, we highlight how operators of all kinds can benefit from utilizing detection to heavily …

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The New Carbon Economy with Carbon Direct's Julio Friedmann 20:50

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Dr. Julio Friedmann is one of the most widely known authoritative experts in the world on carbon removal, drawdown, and sequestration and storage. He has worked in the U.S. Dept. of Energy, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Global CCS Institute, and Columbia University, where led teams that invented and fielded technology to reduce GHG emissi…

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CO2 Pipeline with Jim Mullin 25:08

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Episode 13 is certain to bring some desired clarity to everyone wondering how the installation of a CO2 pipeline will impact supply. Jim Mullin of Navigator CO2 shares some incredibly educational bits of information surrounding the future plans of what will be one of the largest CO2 pipelines in North America. Jim discusses pipeline footprint, acce…

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Freight Emissions w/ Net-Zero Carbon 24:31

3y ago24:31

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The host of the Net-Zero Carbon podcast, Tyler Cole, joins Catching Carbon this week to talk about renewable diesel, biofuels and their place in aviation, and other tactics to lower the overall carbon intensity in freight and logistics. Although there have been major technological advancements in freight emission reduction over the last 30 years, t…

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Carbon Neutrality with Bobby Tudor 21:19

3y ago21:19

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Catching Carbon welcomes special guest, Bobby Tudor, on episode 11! Bobby Tudor is a Retired Founder and CEO of Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co., and is currently the CEO of Artemis Energy Partners. Bobby brings a breadth of experience to the Carbon Neutral Coalition, where he sits on the board. The CNC was formed with the stated goal of making Texas c…

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CO2 Uses in the Food Industry 17:13

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In episode 10, Catching Carbon welcomes a special guest to the studio to discuss CO2 in the Food and Beverage Industry. Trey Smith, Product Manager at Tomco and Dry Ice Expert, explains how food processors require carbon dioxide from start to finish of their respective processes. From stunning to packaging, this compound is essential for these comp…

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Future of the CO2 Market 17:35

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Catching Carbon is bringing the closing session of the Gasworld CO2 Summit right to your device! Hear Jeff’s four bold predictions for the CO2 market over the next 3-5 years, and understand the drivers of each. Your hosts use what they have seen and experienced over the last year to encourage everyone in the CO2 space to change the way they think a…

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Live Gasworld Interviews 11:09

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This week’s episode comes live from the Gasworld CO2 summit in Chicago! Listen in as your hosts interview a handful of the 250+ delegates from all walks of industry to gain a perspective on where their challenges lie with CO2, and what they are doing to alleviate these pains. From supplier to end user, the focus may be different but the need for re…

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Carbon Capture Technology w/ Remora 18:04

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SPECIAL GUEST on this week's episode of Catching Carbon! Paul Gross, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Remora, joins us to discuss the future of carbon capture and the innovative capture technology that Remora has designed & manufactured. Remora's technology captures 80% of carbon emissions from the tailpipes of semi-trucks and repurposes the collections by s…

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CO2 Sequestration in Water Treatment 13:04

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CO2 can be utilized in water treatment? Absolutely. As carbon capture becomes more viable, the space will flood with users looking to take advantage of the 45Q tax credit for sequestration and use. With geography often playing a limiting factor to underground sequestration, new methods will need to be identified. Although not widely known, water tr…

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Impurities in Beverage Industry 16:32

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With impurities plaguing CO2 supply in the Southeast, the beverage industry finds itself scrambling for a solution to achieve the needed beverage grade specification. From soda to craft beer, users big and small are being impacted by the change in supply. Gary Robson of SurePurity joins Catching Carbon to unpack best practices for sourcing product,…

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Diversity & Inclusivity with The GenderCool Project's Gearah Goldstein 19:56

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Gearah Goldstein is an inclusion, diversity, and belonging consultant, and LGBTQ+ subject matter expert. She founded the global nonprofit The GenderCool Project to help replace misinformed opinions with positive experiences meeting transgender and non-binary youth in the workplace. Jennifer and Gearah discuss why DEI training is essential, and how …

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Efficient Use of CO2 12:32

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Jeff Holyoak and Luke Lana highlight the importance of efficient CO2 and discuss the changes in traditional return on investment calculations. Follow along as they whiteboard through a real industry example of how a heightened focus on process efficiency can drive increased revenues, while simultaneously achieving supply security and a decrease in …

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45Q Tax Incentives 14:34

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In this episode, Jeff and Luke discuss 45Q, the Inflation Reduction Act, and the opportunity to leverage tax credits. As large producers look to take advantage of the sequestration credit, will supply to the market further dry up? How do we stop these shortages and ensure that your supply is not running short? Catching Carbon touches on how your co…

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Sources of CO2 14:31

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CO2 Shortages and Solutions Jeff Holyoak and Luke Lana discuss the sources of CO2 in the United States and why our industry is experiencing shortages. Contaminations, Force Majeure, and allocations are all being seen across the country and as a result, we are experiencing a major shift in pricing of CO2.…

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Pilot Overview 9:22

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In this pilot episode of Catching carbon, hosts Jeff Holyoak and Luke Lana dive into how the state of the CO2 market, shortages, and allocations are affecting many industries all over the world. Catching Carbon will be discussing the supply side of CO2, and ultimately changing the way you think about this essential ingredient.…

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Environmental Media Priorities with Cipher's Amy Harder and GreenBiz's Heather Clancy 20:06

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Two highly-recognized names in environmental media, Amy Harder (Cipher) and Heather Clancy (GreenBiz), sit down with Jennifer Holmgren to discuss why they became journalists, how covering climate has changed over the years, what challenges they face, what stories are not getting told but should, and much more. They ask each other powerful questions…

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World Environment Day LanzaKids' Questions with CEO Dr. Jennifer Holmgren 14:07

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The opener to Season 2 features young children in the lives of LanzaTech's team asking questions on climate change, biodiversity, sea level rise, and more, for responses by our CEO and expert Hunter Lovins. Held annually on June 5th, World Environment Day is the largest global platform for public outreach. This 2022 theme, "Only One Earth," was the…

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The Key to Innovation with Jim Messina, Obama White House Deputy Chief of Staff 19:48

4y ago19:48

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LanzaTech CEO Jennifer Holmgren calls Jim Messina — the mastermind behind Obama's 2012 reelection campaign — the world's most successful political and corporate advisor. Throughout his career, he has merged technology and politics in a way that's been unpredictable and unprecedented. For over 20 years, Jim served in House and Senate offices, helpin…

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(Reposted Episode) Social and Environmental Justice with Dorri McWhorter, CEO of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago 21:28

4y ago21:28

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Earlier this year, LanzaTech CEO Jennifer Holmgren welcomed Dorri McWhorter — now CEO & President of YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago — for a conversation on the CarbonSmart podcast. We learned about her journey to transform the YWCA of Metro Chicago to a 21st century social enterprise — including her changemaking focus on environmental justice and for…

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Debrief from COP26 with Nigel Topping, UN High-Level Climate Champion 20:00

4y ago20:00

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How can business competition support international governmental climate action? In this segment, we're thrilled to welcome Nigel Topping. Appointed by the UK Minister, his role is to strengthen collaboration from businesses, investors, cities, and stakeholders — building a global community of champions to halve emissions by 2030 through initiatives…

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Cross-Sector Collaboration with James Murray, Editor-in-Chief of BusinessGreen 19:18

4y ago19:18

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Listen to this powerful discussion between LanzaTech's CEO and one of the UK's leading commentators, James Murray. Since he launched BusinessGreen in 2007, the publication has delivered daily news and analysis on sustainable business, focusing on low carbon policy, economics, and technology. Today, the two discuss the developments of 2021 and what …