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IRENA & Bonn | The Global Energy Transition Podcast – Episode 5

Bonn leads the way

We all know that climate change is a worsening problem, but which paths do we take to find solutions to this vexing challenge?

In this episode, we evaluate several technological solutions while also updating how cities around the world are taking an aspirational policy approach.

In this rather Bonn, Germany-centric episode, host and proud-Bonnerite, Michael Buchsbaum celebrates his city’s endorsement of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative. The subject of our first podcast, Buchsbaum interviews Seble Samuel, Global Cities Campaign Lead for the treaty.

He then talks about emerging clean energy solutions with Dolf Gielen, Director of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)’s Innovation and Technology Center, now celebrating 10 years of being located in Bonn.

You can play the episode below, and it’s also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Shownotes:

  • Click on this link to navigate to the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative
  • Click on this link to find Bonn’s endorsement
  • Click here for more on the Cities Campaign Resources
  • Click here to learn more about IRENA
  • For more information on IRENA’s 12th Assembly, click here

Audio from the podcast was mixed and edited by audio expert Christian Kreymborg.

Bonn born: The International Renewable Energy Agency launches billion dollar accelerator fund

From its Dubai headquarters in the United Arab Emirates, the intergovernmental organization engages with over 180 member nations in a global effort to speed a sustainable energy transition. Founded in Bonn, Germany, this year IRENA’s Innovation and Technology Centre (IITC) is celebrating its tenth anniversary there. Lead blogger and podcaster, Michael Buchsbaum interviews the IITC director, Dolf Gielen and reviews some of IRENA’s world changing initiatives.

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