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206: Everything We Can Learn From Indigenous Communities About Climate Action with James Fountain
Episode 206
Published 9 months, 2 weeks ago
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When it comes to climate action, the West’s solutions are falling short by a mile; thousands of miles. It’s indigenous communities that have the knowledge to unlock the secret to successful climate action. In the latest episode of A Climate Change, we unpack all there is to learn from these communities, courtesy of James Fountain, an ESG expert, cultural geographer, and award-winning author of ‘Our Changing World’. Tune in as he reveals how indigenous wisdom and cultural geography offer vital insights into addressing climate change and environmental sustainability on both local and global scales. Unsurprisingly, their perspectives can inform modern approaches to environmental challenges.
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James Fountain Bio:
James Fountain is an expert in ESG compliance and decarbonization, formerly serving as Vice President of Sustainability, Strategy and ESG Integration at BDO USA. A distinguished cultural geographer and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, American Association of Geographers, and The Explorer's Club, Fountain brings unique insights from his extensive fieldwork with indigenous communities worldwide. He is the award-winning author of the "Our Changing World" series and creator of the documentary "The End of the Road," focusing on environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. His work spans from mapping with National Geographic and the EPA to humanitarian efforts with the United Nations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, bringing a comprehensive understanding of climate change's impact on remote communities. Currently, Fountain is working on sustainable development initiatives in Bhutan, applying his expertise in environmental policy, cultural geography, and sustainable business practices to create lasting positive change.
Episode Resources
More About A Climate Change with Matt Matern
A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a podcast dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of climate change while inspiring action and fostering a sustainable future. Each episode dives deep into the environmental challenges of our time, rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and resource degradation, breaking down complex topics into digestible insights.
The podcast goes beyond merely raising awareness. It serves as a trusted resou
Want to boast to your friends about trees named after you? Help us plant 30k trees? Only a few trees left! Visit aclimatechange.com/trees to learn more.
Subscribe now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.
Watch the full conversation: https://www.youtube.com/@aclimatechange/?sub_confirmation=1
James Fountain Bio:
James Fountain is an expert in ESG compliance and decarbonization, formerly serving as Vice President of Sustainability, Strategy and ESG Integration at BDO USA. A distinguished cultural geographer and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, American Association of Geographers, and The Explorer's Club, Fountain brings unique insights from his extensive fieldwork with indigenous communities worldwide. He is the award-winning author of the "Our Changing World" series and creator of the documentary "The End of the Road," focusing on environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. His work spans from mapping with National Geographic and the EPA to humanitarian efforts with the United Nations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, bringing a comprehensive understanding of climate change's impact on remote communities. Currently, Fountain is working on sustainable development initiatives in Bhutan, applying his expertise in environmental policy, cultural geography, and sustainable business practices to create lasting positive change.
Episode Resources
- James Fountain on LinkedIn
- James Fountain Website
- James’ Book, “Our Changing World”: https://www.amazon.in/Our-Changing-World-Sustainable-Interconnected/dp/1963443160
- Matt Matern on LinkedIn
- A Climate Change on Apple
- A Climate Change on Spotify
- A Climate Change on YouTube
More About A Climate Change with Matt Matern
A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a podcast dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of climate change while inspiring action and fostering a sustainable future. Each episode dives deep into the environmental challenges of our time, rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and resource degradation, breaking down complex topics into digestible insights.
The podcast goes beyond merely raising awareness. It serves as a trusted resou