Hardware to Save a Planet

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Hardware to Save a Planet

Our planet is warming at an unsustainable rate. This climate crisis is being caused by humans and it will take human ingenuity to stop or reverse it... Hardware to Save a Planet explores the technical innovations that are giving us hope in the fight against climate change. Each episode focuses on a specific climate challenge and explores an emerging physical technology solution, with the person bringing it into reality. Hosted by Dylan Garrett, Head of Climate Tech Business at Synapse.

  1. Reinventing Cement: The Breakthrough That Could Cut 8% of Global Emissions with Greg Williams

    5D AGO

    Reinventing Cement: The Breakthrough That Could Cut 8% of Global Emissions with Greg Williams

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Greg Williams, VP of Product at Sublime Systems, about their groundbreaking low-carbon cement. They discuss how Sublime’s electrochemical process eliminates fossil fuel kilns and limestone-derived emissions, tackling 8% of global CO2 output. Greg shares insights on scaling their technology, industry partnerships, and the path to making sustainable cement the new standard.

    48 min
  2. Stratospheric Mirrors from Aerosol Injections: Make Sunsets' Approach to Cooling Earth

    MAR 13

    Stratospheric Mirrors from Aerosol Injections: Make Sunsets' Approach to Cooling Earth

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Luke Iseman, founder of Make Sunsets, about tackling climate change through stratospheric aerosol injection. They explore the challenges of scaling hardware solutions, the urgency of immediate climate action, and the ethical debates around geoengineering. Luke shares his vision for using sulfur dioxide balloons to cool the planet, sparking a thought-provoking discussion on innovation and sustainability.

    57 min
  3. Storing Clean Energy with Air & Water: Hydrostor’s Game-Changing Tech

    FEB 27

    Storing Clean Energy with Air & Water: Hydrostor’s Game-Changing Tech

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Curtis VanWalleghem, Co-Founder and CEO of Hydrostor, to discuss how compressed air energy storage can revolutionize renewable energy. Hydrostor's innovative underground caverns store air and water to provide long-duration, cost-effective energy storage—solving the intermittency challenge in renewable grids. The conversation dives into engineering breakthroughs, economic advantages over batteries, and the policy shifts needed to enable 100% renewable energy.

    44 min
  4. Revolutionizing Ocean Data: Scaling Climate Solutions with Allan Adams of Aquatic Labs

    FEB 13

    Revolutionizing Ocean Data: Scaling Climate Solutions with Allan Adams of Aquatic Labs

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett interviews Allan Adams, founder and CEO of Aquatic Labs, about revolutionizing ocean measurement technology. Allan shares his journey from theoretical physics professor to climate tech innovator, inspired by the urgent need to protect marine ecosystems.

    54 min
  5. Transforming Cooling Systems for Energy Efficiency and Global Impact with Ross Bonner

    JAN 30

    Transforming Cooling Systems for Energy Efficiency and Global Impact with Ross Bonner

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Ross Bonner, CTO and co-founder of Transaera, to discuss cutting-edge approaches for energy-efficient air conditioning. They explore the critical role of cooling in combating climate change, the equity challenges in access to climate technologies, and Transaera’s use of metal-organic frameworks to reduce energy consumption. Tune in to learn how these advancements make cooling more sustainable and accessible for everyone.

    45 min
  6. The Deep Tech Revolution: Solving Climate Change with Five Industry Leaders

    JAN 16

    The Deep Tech Revolution: Solving Climate Change with Five Industry Leaders

    In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, recorded on the sidelines of the New York Climate Week, host Dylan Garrett moderates a compelling panel discussion on the role of deep tech in addressing the climate crisis. Joining him are Colin Campbell, SVP of Technology at Cambridge Consultants; Trudy Wang, VP of Innovation at Hala Technologies; Lisa Hansmann, Principal at Engine Ventures; Kate Kelly, Chief of Staff at Avalanche Energy; and Catherine Mizrahi Rodriguez, Co-founder of Osmoses. The panel delves into deep tech's complexities, its challenges, the importance of scaling innovations, and the critical need for collaboration across industries. They highlight how integrating new technologies within existing infrastructures and fostering partnerships can drive sustainable solutions. This insightful conversation emphasizes the intersection of technology, policy, and global efforts in the fight against climate change. Tune in for an in-depth exploration of how deep tech can shape a sustainable future.

    55 min
  7. What It’s Really Going to Take to Save the Planet: Lessons from 2024

    JAN 2

    What It’s Really Going to Take to Save the Planet: Lessons from 2024

    2024 brought with it the hottest year on record, along with startling extreme weather events. And, while we look for solutions, Hardware to Save a Planet is all about sparking conversations about our present so we can step into the future, prepared. Tune into our year-end special as host Dylan Garrett revisits the insightful conversations we’ve had this year. Complete with eye-opening revelations, inspiring examples of action being taken in the space and a whole lot more, this is your chance to be a part of the solution as we move into 2025!

    28 min
  8. The Future of Energy: Generating Sustainable Natural Gas with Casey Handmer of Terraform Industries Part 2

    12/19/2024

    The Future of Energy: Generating Sustainable Natural Gas with Casey Handmer of Terraform Industries Part 2

    In this second part of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan continues his conversation with Casey Handmer, Founder of Terraform Industries. Casey and his team at Terraform are scaling technology to produce cheap natural gas with sunlight and air. Join us as we explore innovative solutions for sustainable energy. If you missed part one of the discussion, you can check it out here.

    37 min
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    Our planet is warming at an unsustainable rate. This climate crisis is being caused by humans and it will take human ingenuity to stop or reverse it... Hardware to Save a Planet explores the technical innovations that are giving us hope in the fight against climate change. Each episode focuses on a specific climate challenge and explores an emerging physical technology solution, with the person bringing it into reality. Hosted by Dylan Garrett, Head of Climate Tech Business at Synapse.

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    • Creator
      Synapse
    • Years Active
      2022 - 2025
    • Episodes
      76
    • Rating
      Clean
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      Copyrights © 2024 All Rights Reserved by Synapse
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