14 Best AI for Sustainability Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Where AI and Sustainability Meet Climate Leadership

Welcome to the AI, Energy and Climate podcast, a special series from the DSR Network hosted by David Sandalow, Inaugural Fellow at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy. Join us as we talk with leading experts to explore the intersection between these critical issues that will impact the future of each and every one of us. For more information about the issues discussed in this show, please go to: https://www.icef.go.jp/roadmap/ and transitiondigital.org/ai-climate-roadmap.  more

Dive into the future in this groundbreaking podcast that unpacks the powerful intersection of AI, sustainability, and higher education. Listen to inspiring voices as they share how AI is driving sustainable development and reshaping education. Uncover the transformative potential of AI as well as ensuing risks and challenges in tackling climate change, addressing inequality, and powering smarter learning systems. Join the global conversation on the ethics, opportunities, and disruptions AI brings to education and its role in achieving the 2030 Agenda. more

A weekly podcast featuring veteran investor Shayle Kann interviewing experts about the state of the energy sector and the technologies powering decarbonization. Shayle Kann is asking the big questions about the ways we power our world: How cheap can clean energy get? Where is the smart money going on new technologies? How will the AI boom both help and hinder us on our journey to decarbonization? Every Thursday on Catalyst, Shayle dives deep into the world of energy with prominent experts, investors, researchers, and executives to unpack both the solutions and the challenges at play in this ever-changing landscape. more

Green IO with Gaël Duez explores how to reduce the environmental impact of our digital world. Twice a month, on a Tuesdays guests from across the globe share insights, tools, and alternative approaches, enabling all responsible technologists, within the Tech sector and beyond, to build a greener digital world, one byte at a time. more

How do we design the systems that will carry us into a flourishing future? Welcome to Humain, a space for leaders, coaches, systems thinkers, and innovators exploring how to harness technology in service of all life. Hosted by Susan Caesar, Director of AI at the International Coaching Federation , and founder of humain.org, this podcast is a journey into the heart of how we build the infrastructure of tomorrow. At Humain, we believe that technology should be the fabric that supports our communities, organizations, and governments, elevating human agency and protecting the natural world. We move beyond the hype to listen to real-life stories and ethical insights that help us navigate the challenges of our time with wisdom and integrity. Join us as we explore how to partner with artificial intelligence to create a world where humanity, technology, and nature thrive together. What to expect: Systemic Insights: How to build ethical AI frameworks that augment rather than replace human wisdom. Life-Centered Innovation: Conversations on harnessing technology for the benefit of the living world. Collective Movement: Stories from practitioners and experts who are shaping a future where potential flourishes at scale. Connect with us: Website: humain.org LinkedIn & Facebook: @humainorg #AI #Ethics #Future more

What breakthrough technologies and innovations will fix the future? How can businesses, investors and policymakers accelerate sustainability solutions to achieve real-world impact? And will AI ruin or save the planet? Stay at the cutting edge of global climate innovation with the Springwise podcast. more

Each episode we discuss the latest news regarding how to reduce the emissions of software and how the industry is dealing with its own environmental impact. Brought to you by The Green Software Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to 'How Green is AI?'. Hosted by Nina Benoit, this podcast dives deep into how artificial intelligence impacts our planet and society. Featuring insightful interviews with leading experts, this podcast uncovers how technology can drive positive change while addressing its potential risks. If you're passionate about sustainability and curious about its intersection with AI, this is the show for you. more

Where cutting-edge technology meets a sustainable future.This podcast dives into the intersection of innovation and sustainability — exploring how emerging technologies like AI, IoT, clean energy, and smart infrastructure are shaping a greener tomorrow. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, industry leader, or simply passionate about sustainable progress, Sustainably Smart brings you insights, expert interviews, and real-world applications from the front lines of change.👉 Tune in and discover how smart solutions are making the world more sustainable — one conversation at a time.#TechForGood more

Explore insights from industry leaders driving real change in sustainability—covering climate action, AI, innovation, and strategies for a greener future. ]]> more

The Optimist Circuit Podcast Building the Circuit Connecting AI, Tech, Nature, and People to Spark Optimism and Power Solutions for Society. The Optimist Circuit Podcast is your gateway to exploring how human ingenuity with AI, technology, and nature are solving society's most pressing challenges. Through compelling interviews with AI, tech, and business leaders, real-world case studies, and stories of groundbreaking innovation, The Optimist Circuit delivers insights and inspiring narratives that highlight how human ingenuity, technology, and nature can work together to create a better future. Join us as we spotlight people who are pioneering businesses, startups, and research, revealing the human ingenuity behind transformative ideas that connect communities and amplify human potential. Our mission is to empower changemakers, innovators, and thought leaders with stories and strategies that prove optimism, collaboration, and innovation are the keys to solving global challenges. Ellen Spooner , co-founder and co-host of The Optimist Circuit, brings a decade of strategic sustainable communication experience with organizations like NOAA, the Smithsonian, and the Waitt Institute. Her expertise in making complex science accessible to millions and her passion for AI and tech is the foundation of this podcast's commitment to impactful storytelling. Francesca Fernandez , co-founder and co-host of The Optimist Circuit, is a circular economy and sustainability strategist with over a decade of experience in circularity, decarbonization, and nature and biodiversity. She specializes in maximizing value and minimizing waste, whether in material flows, emissions, habitat loss, or social inequity. Francesca's expertise in strategy, innovation, and human-centered research informs her passion for building a healthier planet and more equitable communities. Subscribe now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of tech, AI, and sustainability. more

Daily AI news for energy and sustainability professionals. Two hosts cover how AI is powering the clean energy transition, grid management, and climate solutions. more

Mining is moving at the speed of compute. Heavy Algorithm takes you to the front lines of the modern digital mine, where massive haul trucks are guided by machine learning and AI predicts failures before they happen. We look past the hype to explore how data science is tackling the mining industry's biggest challenges: environmental sustainability, worker safety, and operational efficiency. Tune in to hear from the pioneers who are teaching machines how to navigate the bedrock of our modern economy. more