Suing for Sustainability
Harvest Series - Podcast autorstwa Rose Claverie at Harvest Kaplankaya - Środy
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How can legal battles shape the future of our planet? Howard Covington, the pioneering leader of Client Earth, joins Harvest Series host Rose Claverie to reveal how his organization is holding governments accountable and shaping environmental policy on a global scale. From suing Poland and the UK to advising China on sustainable practices, Howard shares groundbreaking insights into the legal and innovative approaches driving environmental change. Tune in to uncover how these battles and breakthroughs are paving the way for a sustainable future.[3:30] : The interview commences, delving into the myriad challenges confronting planet Earth. Despite attempts to focus on three key challenges, Howard provides an expansive overview of the multifaceted issues at hand.[7:30] : A discussion ensues on humanity's capacity to tackle environmental problems.[8:50] : Howard recounts his journey, transitioning from the sale of his company to becoming an environmental advocate in the early 2010s, notably through his involvement with Client Earth. He highlights the courtroom as the optimal platform for addressing climate change.[13:10] : Howard elaborates on Client Earth's legal actions against Poland and the UK to ensure compliance with environmental laws, as well as their involvement in assisting China in its environmental efforts.[25:00] : The conversation pivots to the economic rivalry between the US and China and its environmental ramifications.[29:00] : Howard discusses the future trajectory of environmental efforts, emphasizing clean food as a priority. Solutions to this issue are explored.[35:00] : The conversation closes with a query about Howard's preferred tool for effecting transformation.To reach Client Earth : www.clientearth.orgYou can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel