96. What We Can Do - The Art of The Possible with Charlie Sellars
A Climate Optimist’s Guide to Sustainable Living
Join me as I bring new life to the Hey Change Podcast and kickstart Season 5 with Mr. Climate Optimism himself - Charlie Sellars!
Charlie Sellars is the director of sustainability at Microsoft and, most importantly, the author of the newly released book What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist's Guide to Sustainable Living.
His book pulls from his experience at Microsoft to empower people on climate across their personal, professional, and political lives. He helps us realize that all of us are more powerful against climate change than we think, and that while nobody can do everything, everybody can do something. His book offers pragmatic, data-driven evidence to help direct us to where we can have the most impact across everything we do.
In our conversation, we explored the journey of sustainability, especially as it relates to companies and careers, emphasizing that every job can contribute to climate action. We also discuss the importance of maximizing opportunities in sustainability rather than focusing solely on minimizing our negative impacts.
Additionally, we explore the balance between individual responsibility and corporate accountability in sustainability efforts.
For example, did you know your tabs consume energy, even when you’re not using them? Or that most Xbox users leave their games unattended, wasting energy when the console could be switched off?
This and the role that choice architecture among smart design plays in creating pathways for a more mindful existence are just a few of the things covered in this empowering conversation.
Two climate optimists coming together to plant seeds for radical change — this is a conversation you don't want to miss!
“Every job could be a climate job. Here’s how you make yours one.”
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About Our Guest
Charlie Sellars is the director of sustainability at Microsoft and, most importantly, the author of the newly released book What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist's Guide to Sustainable Living.
His book pulls from his experience at Microsoft to empower people on climate across their Personal, Professional, and Political lives. He helps us realize that all of us are more powerful against climate change than we think, and that while nobody can do everything, everybody can do something - and his book gives pragmatic, data-driven evidence to help direct us to where we can have the most impact across everything we do.
Visit Charlie’s website: https://www.charliesellars.com/
