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.
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...