In this episode, Amelia and Louis speak with Dr Gabor Sarlos, Associate Professor and Head of Employability, about why climate concern doesn’t always turn into action.
From personal connections with nature to student attitudes towards sustainability, the conversation explores what motivates change and what holds people back. We discuss why other issues can feel more immediate than ‘distant’ climate targets, how students’ views are evolving, and how practical tools such as Climate Fresk help turn awareness into action.
Gabor also shares insights from his podcast Ready, Steady, Green: Acting on Sustainability, and reflects on how education and employability can help bridge the gap between concern and action. Although not mentioned in the recording, Gabor also founded Copmitment, a project featuring 52 short video discussions on climate-positive actions individuals can take.
Guest
Dr Gabor Sarlos
Associate Professor, Faculty of Business and Law
Head of Employability
Climate Fresk Facilitator
Host of Ready, Steady, Green: Acting on Sustainability
Links
Ready, Steady, Green Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ready-steady-green/id1853439524?i=1000745923015
Climate Fresk – Climate Fresk (world) - Climate Fresk
University Sustainability Sustainability at University of Roehampton | University of Roehampton, London
Copmitment: https://copmitment.com/actions