Is a better world possible? Why are the stories we tell so important in the politics of climate? And what’s the relationship between social and environmental tipping points?

Amy talks with Solitaire Townsend, co-founder and Chief Solutionist at “change agency” Futerra.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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How can Parliament force progress on climate when the Government is resistant? What does it take for backbench MPs to amend legislation? And how does their power wax and wane as the composition of Parliament changes?

Amy talks with Isabella Gornall, who is Founder and Chair of Seahorse Environmental, a politics and communications agency.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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How did scrapping a climate target bring down a First Minister? What would a good transition to net zero look like in Scotland? And what should be the climate priorities for the Scottish Government's new leadership?

Amy talks with Miriam Brett, Co-Director of the Future Economy Scotland think tank. Future Economy Scotland is non-partisan and aims to create a new economy that is, in its words, “democratic, sustainable and just”.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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