Emerging Tech Unpacked with Lucy Lin
Emerging Tech Unpacked is where technology meets storytelling.
Hosted by Lucy Lin, the podcast makes emerging technologies and innovations easier to understand by breaking down complex ideas into real, relatable conversations.
Each episode features thought-provoking discussions with women in STEM and male allies who are driving change in their industries. They share their journeys, lessons learned, and insights on how we can future-proof our careers and close the diversity gaps in science, technology, and innovation.
Mission-driven, educational, and deeply inspirational, Emerging Tech Unpacked shines a light on the people shaping our tech-powered future and invites you to be part of the movement.
Our Mission:
• Provide educational content about emerging tech and innovation topics
• To shine a spotlight on diverse & inclusive leadership
• Promote career pathways for more people to enter STEM careers
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Emerging Tech Unpacked with Lucy Lin
Decarbonisation Explained: Gen Z Scientist Turning Exhaust Pollution Into Power
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In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin interviews 22‑year‑old environmental scientist and founder Kirah Godsell, co‑founder of Air2Energy, a climate hardware startup turning “pollution into power” from engines and boilers.
You’ll learn:
🌳 Decarbonisation explained in simple, non‑jargon language
🌳 How burning fossil fuels in cars, buildings and power plants traps heat and drives climate change
🌳 How an university assignment turned a pre‑med student into a climate tech founder
🌳 What Gen Z really thinks about climate anxiety, net zero, consumer guilt and greenwashing
🌳 Practical climate actions you can start taking today
If you’re curious about climate change, net zero, clean energy, climate tech careers and how young innovators are building real hardware solutions, this episode is for you.
👉 Watch “Decarbonisation with a Young Scientist” now and subscribe for more deep dives into emerging tech and the future of our planet.
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*Chapters*
00:00 Introducing Gen Z Founder, Kirah Godsell
02:54 Gen Z Climate Reality
04:51 Great Barrier Reef Loss And Motivation
07:03 Accidental Startup Origin
09:50 Decarbonisation Explained
15:17 What Happens If We Fail
18:55 Hard To Decarbonise Industry
30:45 Offsets Profit And Greenwashing
41:31 Carbon Capture Difference
44:08 Startup Prototyping And Scaling
48:30 Staying Motivated
53:49 Advice For Scientists
57:17 Future Skills Rapid Fire
01:00:48 Human Connection And AI
01:03:24 Studying During COVID
01:06:43 Practical Climate Steps
01:13:45 Final Earth Reminder
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