In Citizens Climate Radio's latest installment of our policy series, hosts Elissa Tennant and Dana Nuccitelli dive deep into the latest updates from Capitol Hill. With the Senate Finance Committee’s budget proposal now public, they unpack what it means for the clean energy tax credits created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
How do the House and Senate versions compare? What would repealing these tax credits cost American households and jobs? What role does energy security—and even AI—play in the clean energy conversation? Elissa and Dana bring clarity to a complex policy moment and offer listeners tangible next steps for action.
You’ll also hear about upcoming CCL leadership changes, summer conference plans, and two thoughtful listener voicemails—including one from someone who really wants to bring back Energy Star.
🎧 Topics Covered:
Senate vs. House proposals on clean energy tax credits
The mysterious “bird bath” process
Projected increases in household energy costs
Threats to clean energy manufacturing and jobs
What to expect next in Congress
How you can make your voice heard
📞 Call or text us with your questions or comments: +1 (619) 512-9646
🗳️ Take action to defend clean energy tax credits: https://cclusa.org/IRAdefense
🎟️ Join us at the Summer Conference in Washington, D.C., July 20–22: https://cclusa.org/conference
🎙️ Citizens Climate Radio is a project of Citizens’ Climate Education.
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In Citizens Climate Radio's latest installment of our policy series, hosts Elissa Tennant and Dana Nuccitelli dive deep into the latest updates from Capitol Hill. With the Senate Finance Committee’s budget proposal now public, they unpack what it means for the clean energy tax credits created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
How do the House and Senate versions compare? What would repealing these tax credits cost American households and jobs? What role does energy security—and even AI—play in the clean energy conversation? Elissa and Dana bring clarity to a complex policy moment and offer listeners tangible next steps for action.
You’ll also hear about upcoming CCL leadership changes, summer conference plans, and two thoughtful listener voicemails—including one from someone who really wants to bring back Energy Star.
🎧 Topics Covered:
Senate vs. House proposals on clean energy tax credits
The mysterious “bird bath” process
Projected increases in household energy costs
Threats to clean energy manufacturing and jobs
What to expect next in Congress
How you can make your voice heard
📞 Call or text us with your questions or comments: +1 (619) 512-9646
🗳️ Take action to defend clean energy tax credits: https://cclusa.org/IRAdefense
🎟️ Join us at the Summer Conference in Washington, D.C., July 20–22: https://cclusa.org/conference
🎙️ Citizens Climate Radio is a project of Citizens’ Climate Education.
Adaptations and Climate Change Jobs of the Future with Doug Parsons
Citizens Climate Radio Climate Change Podcast
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1 year ago
Adaptations and Climate Change Jobs of the Future with Doug Parsons
Our 100th episode of Citizens Climate Radio focuses on climate adaptation and how it’s shaping new career paths. Doug Parsons, host of the America Adapts podcast, join us and shares his insights on the urgent need for adaptation and the exciting opportunities in this evolving field. We also hear from an engineering student who reveals how he discovered a new climate-related career path. Plus, we share a special report from the future about unexpected climate solution celebrities.
Doug Parsons on Climate Adaptation
Doug Parsons explains that while mitigating climate change by reducing emissions is critical, adaptation—preparing for its impacts—is equally important. From wildfires to sea-level rise, communities must adapt to the changes already happening. Doug discusses “managed retreat” and the hard choices ahead for places like Miami, but he also highlights how climate adaptation offers a fast-growing sector full of opportunities for new careers.
"Adaptation is such an evolving field. If anyone says they know exactly what they're doing, they're lying to you. But that’s what makes it so exciting—you can influence it." —Doug Parsons.
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Why Climate? Featuring Justin Baumann
We feature Justin Baumann, an engineering management student at Stevens Institute of Technology. Justin shares his journey into climate work, combining his passion for technology and community care. He discusses how climate change initially seemed distant but soon became a central focus in his studies and career aspirations. Attending the Waterfront Alliance’s annual conference opened doors and gave Justin a new understanding of his role in our rapidly changing world.
What about you? Why are you passionate about climate change work? Let us know by email radio @ clitizensclimate.org
Jobs of the Future
In this episode, we leap into the future. What will the job market look like in a world profoundly shaped by climate change? This radio play originally aired on the Climate Stew podcast and offers a humorous yet thought-provoking look at how engineers may be future celebrities.
Hot Mess: How Climate Consensus Turned Into Political Chaos
Mark your calendars! We are excited to announce our upcoming six-part series, Hot Mess: How Climate Consensus Turned Into Political Chaos. Premiering on Friday, November 1, 2024, this series explores how the united global concern over climate change unraveled, stalling progress. We’ll take you behind the scenes, revealing overlooked moments and heroes of the climate movement and the forces that drove political chaos.
Production Team:
Written and produced by Peterson Toscano, Tamara Staton, Dana Nuccitelli, and Elise Silvestri.
Technical support by Ricky Bradley and Brett Cease.
Social media assistance by Flannery Winchester.
Music by Epidemic Sound.
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Call or text our listener voicemail line: (619) 512-9646 (+1 if calling from outside the USA).
Email us at radio @ citizensclimate.org.
Citizens Climate Radio Climate Change Podcast
In Citizens Climate Radio's latest installment of our policy series, hosts Elissa Tennant and Dana Nuccitelli dive deep into the latest updates from Capitol Hill. With the Senate Finance Committee’s budget proposal now public, they unpack what it means for the clean energy tax credits created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
How do the House and Senate versions compare? What would repealing these tax credits cost American households and jobs? What role does energy security—and even AI—play in the clean energy conversation? Elissa and Dana bring clarity to a complex policy moment and offer listeners tangible next steps for action.
You’ll also hear about upcoming CCL leadership changes, summer conference plans, and two thoughtful listener voicemails—including one from someone who really wants to bring back Energy Star.
🎧 Topics Covered:
Senate vs. House proposals on clean energy tax credits
The mysterious “bird bath” process
Projected increases in household energy costs
Threats to clean energy manufacturing and jobs
What to expect next in Congress
How you can make your voice heard
📞 Call or text us with your questions or comments: +1 (619) 512-9646
🗳️ Take action to defend clean energy tax credits: https://cclusa.org/IRAdefense
🎟️ Join us at the Summer Conference in Washington, D.C., July 20–22: https://cclusa.org/conference
🎙️ Citizens Climate Radio is a project of Citizens’ Climate Education.
