Episode 66

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13th Mar 2024

Suing for Sustainability

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.org

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Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners

Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

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Interviews with passionate speakers to take better care of yourself, broaden your horizons and nurture the planet.
This podcast is here to help you ask yourself the right questions, boost your critical thinking, and broaden your horizons. Journalist Rose Claverie (@rose.claverie on Instagram) is interviewing for the Harvest Series summit inspiring speakers such as emotional trauma specialist Dr Gabor Maté, nutrition experts Dr. Mark Hyman or Dr. Andrew Weil, and Relationships expert Esther Perel. They share their stories and practical advice to help listeners better care for themselves, their relationships and the planet.
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