58 : Building Carbon Literacy and Empowering Women in Climate | Michelle Li, Smart Carbon

What if understanding your carbon footprint was as easy and fun as reading a nutrition label? What if women around the world were leading the charge in climate action, creating a powerful community rooted in education and empowerment? In this episode, we're diving into the world of carbon literacy and discovering how the innovative platform Smart Carbon is making sustainability hip, relatable, and accessible to all. We’ll also explore how a unique climate community is amplifying the voices of women, driving change from the ground up. During our conversation with Michelle, you'll uncover key insights into: The motivation behind transitioning from big tech to climate action, and what it takes to lead such a pivotal change. How Clever Carbon is revolutionizing carbon literacy, making it easier for everyone to understand and reduce their carbon footprint. The role of storytelling in climate education and why connecting with diverse audiences is crucial for impactful change. The power of community, especially for women in climate, and how fostering a supportive network can inspire greater collective action. Real-world tips for public speaking and effective communication in the climate space. Join us as we unravel these stories and more, revealing how data, education, and community can combine to build a brighter, more sustainable future. 🌱💡 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙧 𝘽𝙞𝙤: Michelle transitioned from a career in big tech firms into climate by founding the company Clever Carbon, a platform to help teach people about carbon footprint in a hip, fun, and relatable way. Michelle is also the founder of Women and Climate, a non-profit organisation that inspires climate action by creating a joyful and safe space for more women to learn and talk about climate. She is a TEDx, SXSW, Bloomberg, and COP28 speaker on the topic of carbon literacy and is a United Nations content contributor. Michelle believes that a carbon literate society will accelerate solutions and actions, because what gets measured gets changed. Cheers! 🍃