172: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine is All About Fossil Fuels | Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

The current crisis in Ukraine is an unfortunate lesson in the dangers of fossil fuel dependency. We’re joined by renowned behavioral scientist Dr. Sweta Chakraborty to better understand how Russia’s invasion of the sovereign nation of Ukraine is clearly, inexplicably linked to the global oil market, and how we as everyday consumers are both feeling it (hint: gas prices) and contributing to the crisis. More for you: Ep 161: WTF is ESG? Stocks, Savings, + Socially Conscious Investing | Amanda Holden Thank you to our sponsors today: DRINKLMNT.com/ecochic ecampus.oregonstate.edu/ecochic Find me on: Instagram @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, on Facebook, Twitter, and now TikTok. The post 172: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine is All About Fossil Fuels | Dr. Sweta Chakraborty appeared first on ECO CHIC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The eco-conscious lifestyle podcast. Each week, Laura Diez is diving into sustainability and practical climate science. This podcast explores fashion, environmental justice, food, conscious consumerism... just about everything in our lives is tied to the environment. Guests include female founders, clean beauty experts, climate scientists, political experts, and many more. Laura is a sustainability professional with her M.S. in Climate Science and Solutions, who happens to also love speaking to other women about environmentally conscious brands, social activism, and balanced, plant-based living. This show aims to feel like hanging out with your cool, smart girlfriends: educational, approachable, and encouraging you to do what works for you. Sustainability is a good look. Email at: laura@lauraediez.com and follow on Instagram @ecochicpodcast