Once touted as a modern power source, nuclear fell out of favor after a series of major accidents. By the end of the century, the industry was languishing. But the urgency of climate change causes some to advocate giving nuclear a new lease on life.

Why does an invisible, life-threatening virus prompt a nationwide emergency, but invisible, life-threatening gases don’t? Can the reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic teach us anything about how humans respond to other invisible, global threats?

More and more corporations are going green to stay in the green, realizing that protecting the planet can also protect their business. And innovative companies are “going circular” by transforming how their products are designed, used, and remade.

Addressing the climate challenge requires incremental and transformational change on both the personal and systemic levels. But how should we think about change — and how do our words shape those thoughts? Where does change really begin?

Scientists have been saying for years that to avoid climate catastrophe, global emissions must be halved by 2030, at net zero by 2050. Politicians and the media have picked up the message; some making it a rallying cry. But is a ten-year goal realistic?

Tackling climate change means taking everyone outside their comfort zone. Yale law professor Dan Esty and former Bush administration energy official Andy Karsner showcase innovative ideas designed to push the boundaries of possible climate solutions.

Tobacco, drug, gun and fossil fuel companies have all have been brought into court for knowingly causing public harm with their products. Should corporations be held liable for harmful outcomes like mass shootings, the opioid crisis, and climate change?

California has been at the forefront of America’s climate fight since enacting the country’s first major climate law in 2006. But a recent report indicates the state will meet its 2030 goals 30 years late. Is California’s climate leadership in jeopardy?

Climate-fueled floods, fires and droughts have devastated America’s cities and rural areas. Our natural response is to regroup, recover and rebuild. But should we instead be preparing for managed retreat?

From the first human nomads 60,000 years ago to the displaced refugees of today, migration has always been a part of human life. But how are erratic weather, extended droughts, and resource scarcity changing the mass movement of people around the world?

Our dependence on fossil fuels has led to climate disruption and inequality. Transitioning to clean energy would seem to be the obvious answer. But in the process, do we risk leaving some communities behind? What does a just transition look like?

When it comes to cutting carbon pollution, where do we start? Today’s solutions are doable, but daunting. So what are the most impactful steps we can take individually and collectively to reduce our impact on the planet?

We all know about the environmental effects of climate change. But what about its impact on our mental health? Exploring the psychology of climate change and the importance of reconnecting with nature to maintain physical and mental well-being.

Everyday choices – like deciding which shirt to buy or on which platform to binge-watch shows on – may impact the planet more than you think. Tatiana's Schlossberg's new book Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don’t Know You Have, looks at how seemingly small choices can have a big impact on the climate. We sit down with experts in the fashion and energy sectors, two industries with a big carbon footprint, to see how far individual actions can take us – and when it's up to companies and producers to take the lead. Visit climateone.org/watch-and-listen/podcasts for more information on today's episode. Guests: Miranda Ballentine, CEO, Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance Rebecca Burgess, Founder and Director, Fibershed Gary Cook, Senior Corporate Campaigner, Greenpeace Amina Razvi, Executive Director, Sustainable Apparel Coalition Tatiana Schlossberg, Author, Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don't Know You Have Parts of this program were recorded at The Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco.

Robert Bullard is known for his work highlighting pollution on minority communities and for speaking out against environmental racism.

2019 saw a number of significant events in the climate world – from the Arctic to the White House. Two reporters who cover the climate beat discuss the stories dominated their news feeds this year - and the ones that aren’t getting heard.

California has battled dozens of destructive wildfires in recent years. Many have been found to be the result of negligence on the part of California’s biggest utility, PG&E. With the company facing bankruptcy, how will California power its future?

A look back at conversations with two writers with new books on climate in 2019: David Wallace-Wells, author of The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming, and Jonathan Safran Foer, author of We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast.

Over the past year, climate has risen on the national agenda. Youth activists skipped school and the Green New Deal forced a new conversation – even among Republicans. A look back on the big ideas that shaped some of our favorite episodes from 2019.

Coverage of climate change in national newspapers has surged since President Trump took office. It’s also expanded from science and environmental beats to culture, health and finance. Can the climate story expand into narrative journalism as well?

Climate change has become a major risk factor for corporations. With groups like the Carbon Disclosure Project grading companies on their carbon footprint, employees, consumers and investors are taking note -- and CEOs are feeling the pressure

Can oil companies reinvent themselves as clean energy providers? In his new book, former BP CEO Lord John Browne argues for a mass deployment of engineered technology to address climate change – and that the tools we need to get there already exist.

As climate change fuels megafires across California and the state’s largest electric utility shuts off power to millions of residents, can the state’s legacy of environmental leadership save it from climate disaster?

America’s most popular alcoholic beverages are about to take a hit from climate. Disruptions from drought, fires, and rising temperatures have brewers and winemakers wondering: will business as usual survive into the next generation?

Cities around the world are bracing for a growth spurt. How do we redesign our cities to withstand the challenges of cars, climate change and rapid population growth? Can we build a Tomorrowland that is sustainable, livable and inclusive?