In this powerful fireside chat, climate expert Mike Berners-Lee joins Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables and host of the Conversations on Climate podcast, to tackle the uncomfortable truth behind why we’re still failing to address climate change, despite decades of scientific knowledge.

Speaking at the London Business School Alumni Sustainability Club, Mike Berners-Lee reveals how the climate crisis is, at its core, a crisis of truth, and why that matters for every one of us.

We answer the question Can We Really Fix Climate Change Together?

Key insights include:

• Why knowledge alone isn’t enough to drive climate action

• How systematic deception blocks meaningful progress

• The crucial role of truth in leadership and decision-making

• Why businesses must evolve to serve both people and planet

• Practical ways to challenge misinformation and drive real change

As author of the 2024 book A Climate of Truth: Power, Privilege and the Path to Climate Justice, and professor at Lancaster University, Berners-Lee combines stark realism with grounded hope. His latest work focuses on the urgent need for truth, transparency, and justice in our collective climate response.

Whether you’re a student, business leader, or concerned citizen, this conversation offers critical insight into how we can work together to create honest, informed, and lasting climate solutions.

REFERENCES

Small World Consulting: https://www.sw-consulting.co.uk/mike-berners-lee

Lancaster University: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/lec/about-us/people/mike-berners-lee

BOOKS: A Climate of Truth: Why We Need It and How to Get It: https://bit.ly/4k7urRa

There Is No Planet B: A Handbook for the Make or Break Years: https://bit.ly/42VcXlq

How Bad are Bananas?: The Carbon Footprint of Everything: https://bit.ly/4j42ZmB

The Burning Question: We Can't Burn Half the World's Oil, Coal and Gas. So How Do We Quit?: https://bit.ly/42ThtRp

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In the final episode of Conversations on the Climate Podcast we reflect on the key lessons learned from our incredible guests over the past three seasons.

From the importance of hope and authenticity to the need for critical thinking and focused problem-solving, we explore the essential takeaways for creating a more sustainable future.

Join us as we look back on the highlights of the series and announce an exciting new chapter: Conversations 2050 - The Road Ahead.

This new series will shift from exploration to action-oriented problem-solving, and we invite you to:

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In the final episode of season three of the Conversations on Climate podcast, Chris Caldwell sits down with John Mullins, Associate Professor of Management Practice in Marketing and Entrepreneurship at London Business School, to explore the realities of entrepreneurship.

Together, they dive into thought-provoking topics like whether society is overselling the entrepreneurial dream, the myths surrounding venture capital, and how entrepreneurs can create meaningful impact in today’s world.

"For entrepreneurs who want to make an impact on the climate challenges we face today? I think my advice to them would be, don't worry about trying to solve the entire climate. … rather carve out some little piece of that where you bring the skills and insights to that piece of the problem that you think you have a, technology or a business model or some other approach that can solve that piece of the problem if if we have a thousand entrepreneurs, each solving a little part of the problem we'll make a lot of progress."

This engaging conversation unveils six key entrepreneurial mindsets, shares actionable insights for navigating challenges, and offers strategies to help entrepreneurs focus on solving real problems. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a business leader, or simply curious about the entrepreneurial journey, this episode provides invaluable wisdom straight from one of the industry’s top minds.

Don’t miss this compelling finale to season three! Like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions.

REFERENCES

London Business School: https://bit.ly/48XcqRb

John Mullins Website: http://www.johnwmullins.com

Linkedin: https://bit.ly/40T55Aq

BOOKS

Break the Rules: https://break-the-rules.net

The Customer Fund: https://bit.ly/3ZlVSiZ

The New Business Road Test: http://newbusinessroadtest.com

Getting to Plan B: http://www.getting-to-plan-b.com

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