Planet Possible tells the stories of the people paving the way for positive planetary and societal change.
Join host Niki Roach as she explores what's possibl... More
Planet Possible tells the stories of the people paving the way for positive planetary and societal change.
Join host Niki Roach as she explores what's possibl... More
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The WaterUK apology storm
On the day we hear an apology from WaterUK on behalf of the water sector for sewage pollution from storm overflows, we wanted to explore what this really means for customers and the environment and whether there are any unintended consequences. We’re joined by the acting CEO of the Environment Agency John Curtin and Niki’s co-host and CIWEM Director of Policy, Al Chisholm to discuss their reflections.
18/05/2023
14:36
Valuing our land
Join us for the Season Finale of the pod and our first on-location episode! Niki and co-host Alastair Chisholm head to Spains Hall Estate in north Essex to meet Archie Ruggles-Brise and explore some of his innovative approaches to managing the land - and water - across the estate. Listen as we explore the estate, hear about the approaches to natural flood management, biodiversity net gain, natural capital agroforestry and topped off with a visit to one of the beaver lodges.You can find out more about the work of Spains Hall here: https://www.spainshallestate.co.uk/environmentFind out more about becoming a member of CIWEM here: https://www.ciwem.org/membership/Thanks to our season 4 sponsors Skewb for supporting Planet Possible.
4/05/2023
46:05
The business of climate change
Join Niki and her co-host, Susan Stockwell, Managing Director of Skewb Green, as they explore how business are approaching the challenge of climate change. Our guest interview is with the Rt. Hon John Gummer, Lord Deben, Chair of the Committee on Climate Change and formerly the longest serving Secretary of State for the Environment for UK (1993-97).
We explore the legacy of COP27 and what actions we need our Government, businesses and us as individuals to take to adapt and increase our resilience to climate change.
13/04/2023
45:15
Mentors, friends and allies
Join Niki in conversation with Hannah Coogan, Emma Sherburn and Clare Rodgers as they celebrate the role that mentors, friends and allies have played in their careers to date. Find out what advice they'd give to their 21 year old selves and as ever - we pass them the Planet Possible 'magic wand' to see what they'd want to make possible.This is perfect listening if you're thinking about a career in the water and environment sector or an opportunity to reflect on your own career path. If you'd like to explore how a mentor can support your development - or how you can share your expertise through mentoring, find out more here.... https://www.ciwem.org/membership/mentoringThanks to our Season Sponsor, Skewb, for helping us to bring this episode to you.
23/03/2023
40:55
Living with Water - Belfast
What does it take to make a step change to the water environment when so many organisations are responsible for individual parts of it?Join us as Niki speaks to Paddy Brow, Head of the Living with Water Programme for Wastewater Treatment for Northern Ireland Water & find out how they’re tackling some significant pollution challenges in Belfast Lough.This episode is co-hosted by Lee Pitcher, Head of Partnerships for Yorkshire Water and a Board Member for the Living with Water programme in Hull.Season 4 of Planet Possible is sponsored by Skewb.
Planet Possible tells the stories of the people paving the way for positive planetary and societal change.
Join host Niki Roach as she explores what's possible with practitioners and visionaries working on the big issues like adaptation and resilience to climate change, enhancing our natural environment and improving equality, diversity and inclusion in the environment sector.
Everything is connected, follow this series as we explore those connections and discover what's really possible for our planet.
Planet Possible is brought to you by CIWEM; a community of environmental professionals creating a more positive world.
Season 4 of Planet Possible is sponsored by Skewb - find out more at https://skewb.co.uk
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