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Green Pulse

Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change.

Podcasters: Audrey Tan & David Fogarty

Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim

Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

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Update frequency
every 12 days
Average duration
19 minutes
Episodes
162
Years Active
2018 - 2025
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S1E119: Why greening the building sector is a towering challenge

S1E119: Why greening the building sector is a towering challenge

Humanity will never achieve net-zero emissions by the middle of the century unless the building sector figures out how to become truly green.

Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The …

00:16:15  |   Sat 16 Mar 2024
S1E118: Are carbon emissions from wars and militaries finally getting attention?

S1E118: Are carbon emissions from wars and militaries finally getting attention?

The role of militaries, and conflicts, in driving global warming can no longer be ignored.

Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing env…

00:16:39  |   Sat 02 Mar 2024
S1E117: On the edge: Why everyone needs to talk about planetary tipping points

S1E117: On the edge: Why everyone needs to talk about planetary tipping points

Tipping points are a grave threat but it’s not too late for humanity to reduce the risks. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing env…

00:22:50  |   Sat 17 Feb 2024
S1E116: India saves tiger from brink but must manage human-wildlife tensions

S1E116: India saves tiger from brink but must manage human-wildlife tensions

Human development is rapidly destroying the natural habitat for recovering wildlife populations such as tigers.

Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the bea…

00:28:59  |   Sat 03 Feb 2024
S1E115: Power to the people: South-east Asia on cusp of green energy revolution

S1E115: Power to the people: South-east Asia on cusp of green energy revolution

Renewable energy is cleaner and more affordable and is poised for rapid growth in South-east Asia once key roadblocks are overcome. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits T…

00:24:41  |   Sat 20 Jan 2024
S1E114: COP28: Vanuatu climate minister on the 'loss and damage' fund

S1E114: COP28: Vanuatu climate minister on the 'loss and damage' fund

A fund to pay highly vulnerable countries for loss and damage from climate impact, was finally initiated at the COP28 climate talks in Dubai. 

Synopsis: The Straits Times' climate editor David Fogart…

00:21:13  |   Fri 08 Dec 2023
S1E113: Scientists who track world’s rapidly diminishing carbon budget

S1E113: Scientists who track world’s rapidly diminishing carbon budget

Can burning fossil fuels be phased out before the world gets too hot to live in?

Synopsis: The Straits Times' climate editor David Fogarty is at COP28 from Nov 23 till Dec 12 in Dubai, the United Nat…

00:18:53  |   Wed 06 Dec 2023
S1E112: First COP28 Health Day highlights climate link to health crisis

S1E112: First COP28 Health Day highlights climate link to health crisis

At the COP28 climate talks in Dubai from Nov 30-Dec 12, a first-ever dedicated Health Day has been set aside today on Dec 3. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times an…

00:18:02  |   Sat 02 Dec 2023
S1E111: Coral reefs can recover - but can they keep up with warming seas?

S1E111: Coral reefs can recover - but can they keep up with warming seas?

Better protection, waste management imperative for coral reef survival.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biod…

00:20:20  |   Sun 19 Nov 2023
S1E110: Big tech can help firms and consumers be more active

S1E110: Big tech can help firms and consumers be more active "climate game changers": Google's chief sustainability officer

Technology has the tools to help all of us cut our emissions. But to be credible, big tech firms also need to cut their own large carbon footprints. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the mon…

00:20:41  |   Sun 05 Nov 2023
S1E109: How Singapore sets the global standard for carbon offsets: Grace Fu

S1E109: How Singapore sets the global standard for carbon offsets: Grace Fu

Find out why support from governments could be just what the market needs to improve quality and integrity.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of…

00:31:08  |   Sun 15 Oct 2023
S1E1: Hear our podcasts on The Straits Times' app, besides Apple Podcasts & Spotify

S1E1: Hear our podcasts on The Straits Times' app, besides Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Each follow on the audio apps below and a rating really helps us! Happy listening!

Synopsis: A brand new feature is within The Straits Times app, which you can download from the Apple app store or th…

00:02:25  |   Mon 09 Oct 2023
S1E1: Visit to Kranji Marshes: Rise of invasive birds in Singapore

S1E1: Visit to Kranji Marshes: Rise of invasive birds in Singapore

Why non-native species like the golden-backed weaver and monk parakeet need to be dealt with before they spread elsewhere.

Synopsis (headphones recommended): In our first audio trail of Singapore’s n…

00:24:01  |   Wed 04 Oct 2023
S1E108: Plane speaking: Is sustainable aviation fuel really green?

S1E108: Plane speaking: Is sustainable aviation fuel really green?

Can sustainable aviation fuel help airlines rein in growing greenhouse gas emissions?

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environm…

00:24:09  |   Sun 01 Oct 2023
S1E107: Saving nature: Have we found the magic formula?

S1E107: Saving nature: Have we found the magic formula?

Businesses have often paid little heed to nature in the race for profits. A new framework will help companies realise that damaging nature is risky business.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of…

00:26:55  |   Sun 17 Sep 2023
S1E106: Green hydrogen: All hype or real hope for our planet?

S1E106: Green hydrogen: All hype or real hope for our planet?

This nascent industry holds much promise but needs to manage the giddy ambitions of some investors and governments. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses th…

00:27:30  |   Sun 03 Sep 2023
S1E105: Is a plastic bag fee the right 'green' solution for Singapore?

S1E105: Is a plastic bag fee the right 'green' solution for Singapore?

Will this kickstart a change in Singaporean habits towards embracing a greener and less wasteful society?

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of t…

00:18:00  |   Sun 20 Aug 2023
S1E104: Putting people at the centre of the plastic waste crisis

S1E104: Putting people at the centre of the plastic waste crisis

Plastic's risks to the environment and human health far outweigh the benefits. 

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, f…

00:37:02  |   Sun 06 Aug 2023
S1E103: Climate change is a mental health issue

S1E103: Climate change is a mental health issue

The climate crisis is causing a mental health crisis as anxiety over the future robs many of a sense of hope.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat …

00:22:48  |   Sun 16 Jul 2023
S1E102: Understanding rising sea-level threat to Singapore in 2023 and beyond

S1E102: Understanding rising sea-level threat to Singapore in 2023 and beyond

Is it feasible to build a sea wall around the island of Singapore? 

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiver…

00:22:17  |   Sun 02 Jul 2023
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