100 | 100 Terri Janke: Indigenous knowledge and caring for Country

Terri Janke is a Wuthathi, Yadhaigana, and Meriam woman and lawyer specialising in Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property. Janke's work speaks to the interconnectedness between Indigenous rights and climate resilience, emphasising the importance of Indigenous knowledge and its crucial role i…

099 | 100 Chris Turney: Decarbonising the economy

Earth scientist and research leader Chris Turney has made significant contributions to the field of climate science through his multifaceted research tackling environmental challenges with a focus on the Antarctic. Through his leadership at the University of Technology Sydney, Turney is fostering c…

098 | 100 Thomas Maschmeyer: Revolutionising batteries

Thomas Maschmeyer's innovative contributions to green chemistry and catalysis have paved the way for more eco-friendly industrial processes. Maschmeyer is founder and director of Gelion — developers of industry leading battery solutions that deliver safe, cost-effective, long-life alternatives to t…

097 | 100 Jake Whitehead: Electric Vehicles

By July 2023, sales of electric vehicles in Australia increased more than 120% from the entire previous year. As Head of Policy at the Electric Vehicle Council, transport engineer Jake Whitehead is focused on how Australia can rapidly shift to an electrified transport system.   Jake Whitehead is r…

096 | 100 Simon Bradshaw: Advocating for change

Simon Bradshaw is a research director for the Climate Council, examining the impact of climate change on bushfires, extreme weather, and security. Bradshaw's work is in service of climate justice, advocating for the needs of communities most affected by the impacts of climate change.  Simon Bradsh…

095 | 100 Mibu Fischer: Coastlines, ecosystems and livelihoods

Marine ethnoecologist Mibu Fischer researches the strong linkages between First Nations cultures and coastal and ocean ecosystems. As a Quandamooka saltwater scientist, Fischer’s work focuses on the vital role of Traditional Knowledge in promoting sustainable relationships with marine environments.…

094 | 100 Narissa Bax: Antarctic blue carbon

Marine scientist Narissa Bax is researching one of Earth’s most rapidly changing ecosystems to better understand Antarctic blue carbon cycles, and the potential for sequestration and carbon capture. Blue carbon refers to the carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere by algae and other oceanic plan…

093 | 100 Tom Linnell: Teaching sustainability

With a growing number of students concerned about climate change, teachers are seizing the opportunity to empower young people to take charge of their futures. Tenison Woods College teacher Tom Linnell is working with students leading ambitious climate initiatives, with the aim to take the school c…

092 | 100 Penny Sharpe: State leadership

As New South Wales Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy, Minister for the Environment and Minister for Heritage, Penny Sharpe is shaping the state’s future in environmental conservation, restoration and the ramp up of renewables.     Penny Sharpe is recorded live in conversation with M…

091 | 100 Zhengrong Shi: The Sun King

Hailed as the world’s first “green billionaire”, scientist and solar entrepreneur Dr Zhengrong Shi has spent decades bringing affordable and efficient solar technology to the world. After triggering the transformation of the industry in the 2000s, Dr Shi’s latest innovation is a glass-free and flex…