The Climate Briefing
The Climate Briefing unpacks the biggest issues shaping international climate politics. Hosted by Anna Åberg and Bhargabi Bharadwaj of Chatham House, the podcast features voices from governments, international organizations, think tanks, academia and the private sector worldwide.
May 5, 2026
Today’s ‘take–make–dispose’ economy operates in a linear way: resources are extracted, turned into products, used, and then discarded — with severe consequences for the climate and environment. Transitioning to a circular economy means replacing this system with one that keeps materials in circulation...
Apr 21, 2026
All eyes are currently on the Gulf due to the US-Israel war with Iran and the disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. In this two-part series, the Climate Briefing co-hosts and their guests take a deep dive into the region, which plays a crucial role in the global supply of oil and gas.
How did the Gulf countries...
Mar 31, 2026
As the conflict in the Middle East rattles energy markets, this episode explores the connections between climate change, energy, and geopolitics. It addresses questions such as:
- What does the war in Iran reveal about the links between fossil fuels, vulnerability, and power? What lessons can be drawn?
- What does the...
Mar 17, 2026
China is the world’s largest emitter and dominates global production of green technology. A few days ago, the National People’s Congress approved the country’s 15th Five-Year Plan, China’s main economic and policy blueprint for the period 2026–2030. What does the new plan say about China’s climate and clean...
Mar 3, 2026
What are the most important changes the Paris Agreement has brought about? How should the COP process evolve? And why does geoengineering need to be approached with caution?
The fourth part of the Future of Climate Diplomacy mini-series features a fascinating conversation between Chatham House’s Chris Aylett...