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Here Comes the Sun - Bill McKibben on Solar Power, Climate Action and the Economy
This episode of Big Blend Radio features renowned author, climate activist, and clean energy expert Bill McKibben, who talks about the transformative power of solar energy and his new book HERE COMES THE SUN: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization (W.W. Norton & Company; Aug. 19, 2025). McKib

Bill McKibben is Optimistic About Solar Energy and the Future of Civilization
00:08 — Bill McKibben is an author, environmentalist and journalist. He is founder of the Third Act, a climate justice organization and 350.org, the first global grassroots climate campaign. His latest book is “Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization.” The post Bill McKibbe
Solar and wind have become the cheapest sources of power in human history, but political headwinds threaten to derail the fastest energy transformation ever recorded. At this crucial juncture, how do we ensure America doesn't surrender its technological leadership in clean energy to nations more willing to embrace the
Amid all of the political turmoil and global crises, one source of hope stands out: our ability to power modern life with zero emissions. Scientists warn that to limit global warming, emissions need to be cut significantly in the coming years to reach net-zero by mid-century. Bill McKibben, founder of climate justice o
US Critical Earth Metals “Hiding in Plain Sight” (starts 1:00) Colorado School of Mines has just published a new study that indicates the US has enough critical earth metals to stop importing them from other countries . . . if we develop the capacity. Bill McKibben – Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for … Continue
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