15 Best California Sustainability Podcasts

1. Climate One

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We're living through a climate emergency; addressing this crisis begins by talking about it. Co-Hosts Greg Dalton and Ariana Brocious bring you empowering conversations that connect all aspects of the challenge — the scary and the exciting, the individual and the systemic. Join us.Subscribe to Climate One on Patreon for access to ad-free episodes.MORE Hosts Greg Dalton, Ariana Brocious
Producer/Network Climate One from The Commonwealth Club
Email ****@commonwealthclub.org
Location Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 689Facebook 10.6KTwitter 7.9KInstagram 19.4K Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Since Nov 2007 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Sustainability Now! on KSQD.org

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Are you concerned about the Earth's future? Are you interested in what is being done in Northern California and the world to address environmental issues? Do you want to act? Then tune in every other Sunday to 'Sustainability Now!' on KSQD.org to hear interviews with scientists, scholars, activists and officials involved in the pursuit of sustainability. Sustainability Now! is underwritten by the Sustainable Systems Research Foundation in Santa Cruz, CaliforniaMORE Host Ronnie Lipschutz
Producer/Network Ronnie Lipschutz
Email ****@ucsc.edu
Location Santa Cruz, California, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 2.4KTwitter 383Instagram 1.7K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Environmental Leadership Chronicles

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Environmental Leadership Chronicles is brought to you by the California Association of Environmental Professionals. We interview leaders in the environmental industry to share information about their career development beyond the technical work. This podcast is for anyone who is interested in any and all things within the environmental profession and leadership.MORE Hosts Jessa, Corinne Lytle Bonine
Producer/Network AEP
Email ****@califaep.org
Location Sacramento, California, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 613Twitter 60Instagram 175 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Video Podcast YouTube
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4. Sustainable Winegrowing

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Get the latest science and research for the wine industry with Sustainable Wine Growing. Vineyard Team brings you industry professionals and experts on resource issues and business trends related to sustainable agriculture to help you put sustainability into practice.MORE Hosts Beth Vukmanic, Whitney Brownie, Hayli Macomber
Producer/Network Vineyard Team
Email ****@vineyardteam.org
Location Atascadero, California, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 46Facebook 8.9KInstagram 1.5K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Since Nov 2016 Get Email Contact

5. Hi, Energy!

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Reducing energy use today is key to a safer, more affordable, and sustainable tomorrow. Introducing Hi, Energy!, where we bring you front-row access to the innovators and leaders across Southern California who are making a real difference. From demystifying the benefits of heat pumps to breaking down what decarbonization really means, we're here to help you navigate the path to a cleaner, greener future. From landing green jobs to rethinking how we get around, we're diving into bold ideas and everyday actions that make a real difference...MORE Host Esteban Gast
Producer/Network SoCalREN
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 9.6KTwitter 440Instagram 1.6K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. AIS The Above Industry Standard Podcast

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Welcome to The Above Industry Standard Podcast with your hosts Ryan Kelly and Nate Burket!Each episode, we showcase the innovative and forward-thinking individuals who are transforming the construction industry. From architects and engineers to builders and entrepreneurs, we dive into their stories, exploring the cutting-edge technologies and methodologies that are shaping smarter, more sustainable, and more efficient projects.MORE Hosts Ryan Kelly, Nate Burket
Producer/Network KHB Construction
Email ****@kitchenhomeandbath.com
Location Turlock, California, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 1.7KInstagram 4.1K Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Flanigan's Eco-Logic

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Flanigan's Eco-Logic, hosted by Ted Flanigan, provides cutting-edge information and insights in sustainability and the clean energy space. Episodes address alternative energy -- featuring solar, storage, microgrids, vehicle grid integration, and energy access. In addition, the podcast covers resources issues -- like water and food issues, and even slow fashion...MORE Producer/Network Ted Flanigan
Email ****@ecomotion.us
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
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Facebook 332Twitter 301 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Environmental Social Justice

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Environmental Social Justice (ESJ), the international podcast bringing diverse perspectives to the environment and equity.Created by Wendy Nystrom, a self-described 'Julia Child of Environmental,' where through effective communication and education, she closes the chasm between climate change experts and the general public.No Shaming, No Blaming and Every Little Bit HelpsMORE Host Wendy Nystrom
Producer/Network Wendy Nystrom
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
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Facebook 242Twitter 64Instagram 149 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Sustainable World Radio- Ecology and Permaculture Podcast

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Learning From and Working With Nature- Interviews, news, and commentary about ecology, permaculture, organic gardening, sustainability, green living, and ethnobotany. Since 2004, Sustainable World has interviewed experts from around the globe; experts who learn from and work with nature. Tune in to discover positive solutions to environmental challenges; solutions that adhere to the Permaculture Ethics of Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share. Visit us at www.sustainableworldradio.comMORE Host Jill Cloutier
Producer/Network Jill Cloutier
Email ****@sustainableworldradio.com
Location Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 480Facebook 2.7KTwitter 1K Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Since Jan 2008 Get Email Contact

10. How to Save the World

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What *really* gets people to take action for the planet? Environmental engineer, designer, and author, Katie Patrick, takes you on a wild intellectual journey into the heart of the environmental psyche.MORE Host Katie Patrick
Email ****@gmail.com
Location San Diego, California, United States
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Twitter 26.8KInstagram 5.2K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Power Flow

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The energy revolution is coming, and it's all hands on deck. Amplifying the expertise of the leaders in the new energy economy and inviting diverse voices to the table, we'll talk solar power, battery storage and battery alternatives, microgrids, renewable energy, distributed energy architectures, energy policy, energy equity, and all things energy. I'm your host, Amy Simpkins, renewable energy CEO (and Rocket Scientist) and I am passionate about creating sustainable change. I believe that access to electricity is no longer a luxury -- it's a human right...MORE Host Amy Simpkins
Producer/Network Amy Simpkins
Email ****@powerflow.media
Location United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 74Instagram 224 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. GreenBiz 350

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GreenBiz 350 is a weekly podcast taking you behind the headlines in green business. Original stories and interviews cover renewable energy, clean technologies, sustainable supply chains, cities, food, climate change and more.MORE Producer/Network Joel Makower and Heather Clancy
Email ****@greenbiz.com
Location Oakland, California, United States
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 83Facebook 22.2KTwitter 21Instagram 9.4K Avg Length 67 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Building Positive Movement

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The Building Positive Movement (BPM) exists to highlight the challenges and opportunities in creating sustainable buildings, transportation, industry, clothing, music, and lifestyle in the San Diego and Southern California region. We'll be talking to experts and other experienced professionals to investigate how to create regenerative systems.MORE Email ****@sd-gbc.org
Location San Diego, California, United States
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Facebook 1.9KTwitter 918Instagram 1.7K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Sustainability is Sexy

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We will talk to leaders in the sustainability space to provide insights, solutions and updates for creating a healthier planet.
Producer/Network Liz Murphy
Email ****@sustainabilityissexy.org
Location San Diego, California, United States
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Facebook 285Twitter 19Instagram 2.1K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact