Rebecca Huntley (pictured), Australia's pre-eminent social researcher, watched Sydney's 2019 School Strike for Climate students marching in the city's streets and, mesmerised by what these young people were doing, she wrote a book - "How to Talk about Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference".

But the drive those students ignited didn't end there, for working with her company, "86 Degrees East", and with the support of "Boundless Earth," she created "The Clean Energy Solutions Index".

The Clean Energy Solutions Index is a unique research tool that measures deep support for 11 clean energy technologies across Australia.

During the interview, Rebecca mentioned "Climate Compass".

Australia's Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese (pictured), was among the guests interviewed during the "Climate Forward Conference" organised by The New York Times.

Also among those interviewed was Andrew "Twiggy" Forrest, the boss of Fortescue.

The New York Times hosted the Climate Forward Conference on Sept. 24, bringing together political leaders, activists, policymakers and business executives.

Andrew Forrest, the executive chairman of Fortescue and one of the richest people on the planet, has a bold, perhaps unlikely vision to shift his gigantic mining company to net zero emissions by 2030.

Mr Forrest pushed back against Mr Trump’s claims that climate change is a “con job” and challenged Mr Trump to “come and see what’s happening to my land.”

Prime Minister Albanese discussed Australia's challenge in reducing emissions. Australia remains reliant on fossil fuels, including coal, which generates nearly half of its electricity.

But Albanese has been outspoken in calling for Australia to be a global leader in lowering emissions and embracing renewables.

David Spratt (pictured) was the keynote speaker at the webinar "Cooling or Collapse", sharing the microphone with activist and author Jane Morton.

David is the lead researcher with The National Centre for Climate Restoration (Breakthrough). This independent think tank develops critical thought leadership to influence the climate debate and policy making.

Also, in this episode, you will hear how a councillor from the City of Greater Shepparton wants officers to report on progress made on a 2020 decision to set a target of zero carbon emissions by 2030.

Cr Rod Schubert gained unanimous support in calling for the report to be tabled by November.