The Athlete Climate Academy – Details, episodes & analysis

Lilly Woodbury, an environmental communicator and campaigner, discusses her journey into environmentalism and her work in provoking radical action for the planet. She highlights the importance of grassroots campaigns and the role of athletes in driving change. Lilly also emphasizes the need for both personal and systemic change to address environmental issues. She shares examples of successful campaigns, such as banning single-use plastics, and discusses the concept of blue carbon and the importance of Indigenous-led conservation. Lilly encourages individuals to take action and provides resources for further engagement.

Huw talks to Marc Oliva, a permafrost researcher, about the importance of studying permafrost in polar regions and mountainous areas. They discuss the impact of permafrost on climate change, the differences between permafrost in Antarctica and the Arctic, and the challenges of studying permafrost. They also explore the Perma Pyrenees project and the future of permafrost research. To learn more visit www.athleteclimateacademy.com

In this Athlete Climate Academy episode, Huw talks with climber Sasha DiGiulian about sustainability in sports. Sasha shares insights from her journey as a climber and environmental advocate, emphasising the importance of sustainable practices in outdoor activities. She discusses her efforts in lobbying for environmental protection and the need for collective action towards climate change. Highlighting the balance between professional athleticism and environmental advocacy, Sasha inspires with her commitment to preserving natural spaces and advocating for policy changes.

For more about Sasha head to https://sashadigiulian.com/

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Recorded in the French Alps, Huw speaks to scientist and runner Peyton Thomas about her research and how she engages people with Science Communication. And Dakota Jones who runs Footprints Running camp that engages runners and scientists with communities to take action on climate.

For more on Peyton visit https://www.peyton-thomas.com/running

And for Dakota/Footprints visit https://runfootprints.org/

And to learn more head to www.athleteclimateacademy.com

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Kilian talks to Amina Maharjan and Jakob Steiner from ICIMOD, the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development. The Himalayan mountains are changing in their biodiversity, hydrology and more. And ICIMOD are studying this vast region to find out how.

For more on ICIMOD head to www.icimod.org

And to learn more visit www.athleteclimateacademy.com

Huw talks to Fernanda Maciel about her work. as an environmental lawyer, her speed ascents and her project White Flow. Fernanda links social justice and environmental work to her running and works both with scientists and activists in the countries she runs in.

For more about Fernanda and White Flow visit https://fernandamaciel.com/white-flow/

And learn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.athleteclimateacademy.com.

Supported by UpClear Global.

Huw is joined by Mike Seaman of Raccoon Media Group and Charlie Cotton of eCollective. They discuss the carbon footprint of outdoor events and the steps organisers, venues and attendees can take to lower their impact for many events to come. Find out more about Mike and Charlie at https://raccoonmediagroup.com/ and https://www.ecollectivecarbon.com. And learn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.athleteclimateacademy.com Supported by UpClear Global.

Huw speaks to track athlete turned endurance athlete Leanna Carriere. Leanna has turned her attention to long distance journeys with a purpose and her newest adventure, Wings of Survival, looks at migratory patterns of birds whilst cycling their path.

Follow their journey at https://leannacarriere.com/wings-of-survival

And learn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.athleteclimateacademy.com

Kilian speaks to athlete Andrea Sinfreu about their long distance cycling journeys from country to country, and being a young athlete in the midst of climate conversations.

Follow Andrea at https://shorturl.at/prJP2

And learn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.athleteclimateacademy.com

Huw talks to adventurer and filmmaker Sam Branson on how we can educate our way through the climate crisis. Sam organises multiple expeditions for people to learn more about themselves and the planet. We can't care for what we haven't experienced. So are more experiences key to more education.

Find out more about Sam at https://www.strivechallenge.org/ and https://www.big-change.org/

And learn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.athleteclimateacademy.com