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The Psychology of Climate Denial: Ego vs. Logic

Stop the guilt trip! Reto Knutti argues that framing sustainability as a moral burden hasn't worked. Instead, we need to embrace "Ego-Logic": making the green choice the easiest, cheapest, and most attractive one for the individual. Can we save the planet by being a little more selfish? 0:00 Framing the problem: Morality vs. Motivation  2:10 Why guilt creates resistance  3:45 Designing systems for "lazy" people  5:30 Survival of the fittest: Why we choose the easy path  6:30 Solution space vs. Saving the world  8:10 Can we make everyone happy?  9:00 Making small steps in the right direction #BehavioralScience #Sustainability #RetoKnutti #EgoLogic #physics #science  Let us know your thoughts :) Let's improve together! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2388948/fan_mail/new] 😀 New to the Earth Circle? Welcome!  📹 Get in contact with us if you want your company to be in the next video! Email: social@progressfactors.com 💡 Is your company struggeling to turn sustainable or needs help? Reach out to us! Email: social@progressfactors.com Follow our other accounts: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressfactors?igsh=MTRnc2ptZjlwY2Nnaw== 🎤 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle [https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle] 🤍 A massive THANK YOU! and shout out to all our followers and especially our patreons! This channel would not be what it is without you! If you also like this channel and want to support us and get exclusive content make sure to follow us on patreon! ⭐ https://patreon.com/TheEarthCircle?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #Sustainability #Innovation #BetterFuture #CircularEconomy #Changemakers

Why Climate Change is a "Wicked Problem" | Prof. Reto Knutti Explains

Climate change isn't just a puzzle to solve it's a “wicked problem” 🌍 Professor Reto Knutti explains why there’s no simple silver bullet and why every action we take pulls on a complex global web. Is it impossible to solve, or are we just looking at it wrong? In this first episode of our series for, we dive deep into the complexity of the climate crisis and why traditional solutions often fall short. 00:00 – Understanding Climate Change as a "Wicked Problem" 04:42 – The Psychology of Action: Why Climate Change Often Feels Distant 09:47 – Energy, Growth, and Fossil Fuel Dependency 15:10 – "Ego-logic" vs. Ecology: Finding Personal Benefit 22:34 – Fact-Check: How Certain is Global Warming? 29:15 – Tipping Points: Domino Effects in the Climate System 36:50 – Nutrition and Agriculture: The Future of the Potato in Europe 44:12 – The Power of Collaboration and the Role of Industry 51:05 – Fake News and Disinformation: The History of Climate Denial 58:30 – Governments and Political Systems: Democracy vs. Strategy 01:06:15 – The Changing Role of Science in Society 01:12:40 – Outlook: Three Wishes for a Sustainable Future #ClimateChange #RetoKnutti #Science #Sustainability #TheEarthCircle Let us know your thoughts :) Let's improve together! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2388948/fan_mail/new] 😀 New to the Earth Circle? Welcome!  📹 Get in contact with us if you want your company to be in the next video! Email: social@progressfactors.com 💡 Is your company struggeling to turn sustainable or needs help? Reach out to us! Email: social@progressfactors.com Follow our other accounts: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressfactors?igsh=MTRnc2ptZjlwY2Nnaw== 🎤 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle [https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle] 🤍 A massive THANK YOU! and shout out to all our followers and especially our patreons! This channel would not be what it is without you! If you also like this channel and want to support us and get exclusive content make sure to follow us on patreon! ⭐ https://patreon.com/TheEarthCircle?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #Sustainability #Innovation #BetterFuture #CircularEconomy #Changemakers

The Truth About Sustainable Boating #southhamptonboatshow #sustainability #podcast @RYA1875

At the Southampton International Boat Show, we spoke with the British Marine and the Royal Yachting Association to explore how the marine industry is approaching sustainability today. This conversation highlights how innovation, responsibility, and collaboration are shaping the future of boating. It’s not just about reducing impact, but about rethinking what progress on the water can look like. Because the future of sustainability isn’t built by one group alone, it’s something we move towards together. Let us know your thoughts :) Let's improve together! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2388948/fan_mail/new] 😀 New to the Earth Circle? Welcome!  📹 Get in contact with us if you want your company to be in the next video! Email: social@progressfactors.com 💡 Is your company struggeling to turn sustainable or needs help? Reach out to us! Email: social@progressfactors.com Follow our other accounts: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressfactors?igsh=MTRnc2ptZjlwY2Nnaw== 🎤 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle [https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle] 🤍 A massive THANK YOU! and shout out to all our followers and especially our patreons! This channel would not be what it is without you! If you also like this channel and want to support us and get exclusive content make sure to follow us on patreon! ⭐ https://patreon.com/TheEarthCircle?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #Sustainability #Innovation #BetterFuture #CircularEconomy #Changemakers

We’re not perfect but it’s about true commitment - Vaan #sustainability #sailing

It’s impressive how sustainability can show up in the details when it’s approached with intention and creativity. In this episode, we take a closer look at VAAN Yachts and the features that set their yachts apart. From material choices to design decisions that rethink how performance, comfort, and responsibility can work together. This video highlights what becomes possible when sustainability is used as a driver for smarter design, not as a constraint. Sometimes, progress is visible in the details you choose to focus on. Let us know your thoughts :) Let's improve together! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2388948/fan_mail/new] 😀 New to the Earth Circle? Welcome!  📹 Get in contact with us if you want your company to be in the next video! Email: social@progressfactors.com 💡 Is your company struggeling to turn sustainable or needs help? Reach out to us! Email: social@progressfactors.com Follow our other accounts: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressfactors?igsh=MTRnc2ptZjlwY2Nnaw== 🎤 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle [https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle] 🤍 A massive THANK YOU! and shout out to all our followers and especially our patreons! This channel would not be what it is without you! If you also like this channel and want to support us and get exclusive content make sure to follow us on patreon! ⭐ https://patreon.com/TheEarthCircle?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #Sustainability #Innovation #BetterFuture #CircularEconomy #Changemakers

80 SUNREEF Power ECO Full INTERVIEW: Sustainable SUPERYACHT #miami #boating #sustainability #luxury

It's amazing what Sustainability can look like when you think outside of the box! In this episode, we talk with Sunreef about the innovative ways they approach sustainability in luxury yacht building and their totally new approach to what we know from luxury boats.  This conversation is a reminder of what becomes possible when sustainability isn’t treated as a limitation, but as a space for creativity, innovation, and new ideas.  Sometimes, progress starts by simply asking: what if we did this differently? Let us know your thoughts :) Let's improve together! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2388948/fan_mail/new] 😀 New to the Earth Circle? Welcome!  📹 Get in contact with us if you want your company to be in the next video! Email: social@progressfactors.com 💡 Is your company struggeling to turn sustainable or needs help? Reach out to us! Email: social@progressfactors.com Follow our other accounts: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressfactors?igsh=MTRnc2ptZjlwY2Nnaw== 🎤 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle [https://www.youtube.com/@theearthcircle] 🤍 A massive THANK YOU! and shout out to all our followers and especially our patreons! This channel would not be what it is without you! If you also like this channel and want to support us and get exclusive content make sure to follow us on patreon! ⭐ https://patreon.com/TheEarthCircle?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #Sustainability #Innovation #BetterFuture #CircularEconomy #Changemakers