In this episode of Planet A, Professor Narasimha Rao delves into the impact of the fossil fuel industry on our world and explores solutions that could guide us towards achieving net zero emissions. Supported by Zurich, this documentary sheds light on the critical race to eliminate emissions and why it is essential for the future of our planet.

The Race to Zero Emissions, & Why the World Depends On It

A proposal to store millions of gallons of propane in salt caverns beneath Seneca Lake in western New York has divided the region. The controversial plan has sparked protests and hundreds of arrests.

A Restless Lake: Is Gas Storage the Future of Seneca Lake?

In the documentary film "Lady of the Gobi," viewers are taken on a journey through the challenges faced by truck drivers transporting coal across the desert to China in 2022. The highway is fraught with accidents, toxic pollution, and poor hygiene, exacerbated by the Covid crisis which forces drivers into days of quarantine at the border. As Maikhuu grapples with the toll on health and well-being, she questions whether the financial rewards are worth the sacrifices.

Lady of the Gobi: trucking coal across the desert to China

In 2023, a contentious choice to greenlight a coal mine in Cumbria sparks concern among UK environmental organizations. As the UK positions itself as a front-runner in renewable energy, the decision raises questions about the balance between economic development and climate preservation. The future of Whitehaven hangs in the balance as stakeholders weigh the potential benefits and consequences of the new coalmine.

Can a coal mine revive Whitehaven without sacrificing the climate?

Explore the inner workings of the fossil fuel industry's damaging practices in "The Fossil Fuel Industry's Dirty Secret | System Error." This documentary sheds light on the system error plaguing the industry, revealing the environmental impact and challenges faced by those working to address it. Delve into this eye-opening exploration and gain insight into the urgent need for change in our energy systems.

The Fossil Fuel Industry's Dirty Secret

Europe is facing a looming energy crisis as the prices of petroleum products and natural gas skyrocket. This documentary dives into the factors behind this crisis, exploring the possibility of Europe becoming more dependent on Russian gas. Will Europe be able to weather the bleak winter ahead, or are we on the brink of an energy disaster?

Bleak winter ahead: Who's to blame for Europe's energy crisis?

In a world shifting towards green energy, Australia faces a dilemma as the largest exporter of coal. The documentary explores the complex question of how coal miners grapple with the impact of climate change on their livelihoods.

What Coal Miners Think About Climate Change

The US fossil fuel industry faces scrutiny for its use of lobbying and disinformation to hinder action on climate change. With the current global challenges like the climate emergency, the war in Ukraine, and the energy crisis, Big Oil is facing unprecedented pressure. The documentary explores shifting perceptions of the industry and questions whether it has truly evolved. Starting with the question, "Has Big Oil changed?", the film delves into the industry's past hero status, the changing world dynamics, the influence of lobbyists, the industry's fall from grace, and the constant evolution in attitudes towards oil and gas companies.

Has Big Oil changed?

Cambois, a once-thriving coal town, is now at the forefront of the clean energy revolution. Being the recipient of a sub-sea electricity cable from Norway and a potential location for an electric car battery factory, the town is leading the way in sustainable practices for a brighter future.

The former coal town leading the race for clean energy

A climate activist and a coal worker in Germany, with contrasting views on how the country should address climate change, come together in "Flipping the Script." This documentary captures a discussion where politicians from various parties, including CDU, SPD, Die Gruenen, FDP, and Die Linke, engage with the activists. The film provides insight into the different perspectives on combating climate change in Germany. "Flipping the Script" is part of DW's in-depth coverage of the German Bundestag election campaign leading up to the federal elections on September 26.

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