Dr Mike Joy - Science-Based Climate Action

We’ve reached the Season 4 finale of The Lentil Intervention podcast!In our last episode for 2023, we sit down with podcast favourite Dr Mike Joy to recap the pressing environmental and climate concerns that have defined the past year. We also have a frank discussion about the necessary actions that can result in a better future for all. From climate change to degrowth, Dr Joy provides valuable insights and expertise that sheds light on the challenges our planet is currently facing, and he discusses concepts and principles that can help us transition towards a more sustainable future.In a special segment, we address listener questions about effective environmental activism, where Mike lends his perspective on the actionable steps we can all take to make a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change and environmental disasters.As we wrap up Season 4, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible listeners for joining us again this year. Your support fuels our passion for environmental and health advocacy and knowledge-sharing. We look forward to coming back for Season 5, where we will continue to explore new health and environment topics and amplify the voices of those inspiring positive change. To everyone in the TLI community, we wish you a safe and happy end of year, and we’ll be back - just after a little break.In this episode, we cover:Mike’s research and achievements in the past yearThe carbon cycle, our net zero delusion and the impossibilities of offsettingThe problems with green growthUnderstanding the concept of energy return on invested (EROI)Our multiple crises (it’s not just climate!) as a symptom of overshootOur use of energy and the inevitability of DegrowthA reality check on renewablesLack of environmental truth and reality in mainstream mediaDegrowth Aotearoa New ZealandAn update on the nitrate levels in New Zealand’s freshwaterDr Mike answers Listener questionsTaking action in 2024Previous episodes:Dr Mike Joy, Freshwater EcologistDr Mike Joy, Growth, Emissions and Our WaterwaysDr Mike Joy, Protecting Our Planet’s Life Support NetworksDr Mike Joy and The Rubbish Trip, Translating Science to Real-World ActionTo view all the links to the websites and documents, visit the show notes on our website. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review and share this episode with your friends and family.Please support our work and enable us to deliver more content by buying us a coffee.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.