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New Space Economy Ep. 3 | The Future of Rocket Launches Feb 13, 2023

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2022 was a landmark year for rocket launching. Over 180 rockets were launched into space last year—that’s roughly one rocket every other day. How did we get this far, and why are we launching so many rockets into space? MIT space technology experts Prof. Alessandro Golkar and Prof. Olivier de Weck elaborate on rocket launches, industries taking advantage of the new space economy, and Italian salami. The conversation is certainly as entertaining as it sounds! Listen to the podcast episode to learn about innovative solutions to a more sustainable rocket launch future.

New Space Economy Ep. 2 | The Evolution of Earth Observation Feb 02, 2023

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What is Earth observation? Further, how can your business benefit from its data? In this episode, MIT Professional Education’s Prof. Alessandro Golkar and Prof. Olivier de Weck discuss the history of Earth observation and how it benefits us at home. They discuss Google Maps, the Landsat Program, and the Copernicus Programme and provide insight into specific companies that benefit from Earth observation’s technology. Find out how you, too, can take advantage of Earth observation data to implement it in your business. Explore yet another valuable advantage of the New Space Economy. Find more information about this New Space sector here: https://bit.ly/3kWkcWB

New Space Economy Ep. 1 l Shifting Government Space Exploration to an Emerging Industry Oct 11, 2022

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We have come an exponentially long way since the first satellite, Sputnik 1, launched into orbit in 1957. Today, there are thousands more. In this episode, MIT Professional Education’s Prof. Olivier de Weck and Prof. Alessandro Golkar discuss the history of human exploration in space and the first satellites that orbited planet Earth. The conversation between the two experts is an intriguing discussion that leaves us wanting to learn more about the future of space exploration. Most importantly, it gives us insight into the New Space Economy—the booming space industry today. Find more information about this New Space sector here: https://professionalprogramsmit.com/en/online-program-new-space-economy-nse-eng.html

Intro: New Space Economy Series Oct 11, 2022

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The New Space Economy is not just the future anymore. It is already here. Welcome to the MIT Professional Education new podcast miniseries. In this remarkable series, you will explore conversations amongst the space industry’s leading professionals detailing how to navigate new opportunities in the New Space Economy. From the latest technology to business insight, you will learn the role of commercial space in interplanetary exploration. You will quickly recognize that what everyone has been saying is true—eventually, everyone needs some space. Find more information about this New Space sector here: https://professionalprogramsmit.com/en/online-program-new-space-economy-nse-eng.html

Conversations on Strategic Sustainability Ep. 4 l LCAs for National Energy Technology Laboratories Sep 20, 2022

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In this episode of ‘Conversations on Strategic Sustainability,’ Dr. Jeremy Gregory speaks about impressive processes with National Energy Technology Laboratories’ Senior Environmental Engineer, Timothy Skone. Skone and Gregory discuss Skone’s vast experience conducting Life Cycle Assessments for National Energy Technology Laboratories and for the Department of Energy. The two discuss the scope, compliance with policies, strategies for sustainability, and interpretation of results of LCAs. Tune in for an exciting discussion about Life Cycle Assessments now.

Conversations on Strategic Sustainability Ep. 3 l Significant findings from a Life Cycle Assessment Consultant Sep 06, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Gregory interviews Dr. Bill Flanagan, who shares his riveting insight into the challenges faced as a Life Cycle Assessment Consultant, as well as how he quantifies environmental impacts to ensure companies meet their sustainability needs. Dr. Gregory and Dr. Flanagan cover topics related to transforming waste into functional products, delivering assessment results, and the mind-blowing outcomes of completing life cycle assessments.

Conversations on Strategic Sustainability Ep. 2 l The Different Levels of Life Cycle Thinking Aug 23, 2022

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In this episode of ‘Conversations on Strategic Sustainability,’ Dr. Jeremy Gregory is joined by Canadian-born Dr. Andre Yvon-Bessette, who works at Dow Chemical. Dr. Bessette specializes in conducting LCA for various product lines-particularly in the polyurethane business-and helping to ensure that new sustainability initiatives are commercially viable. In this podcast, we learn about the finer details involved in such endeavors, such as adhering to certain evolving methodologies, the dynamics of working with clients and suppliers, and dealing with confidentiality of data.

Conversations on Strategic Sustainability Ep. 1 l Life Cycle Assessment Consulting with EarthShift Global Aug 11, 2022

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Do you know how to conduct a life cycle assessment? Also referred to as LCA, life cycle assessment denotes a methodology that helps to quantify the environmental pressures related to products, processes, and services, and helps organizations maximize their sustainability while streamlining manufacturing processes. EarthShift Global is an international consulting firm that supports large-scale organizations and startups alike in leveraging LCAs to enhance the efficiency and minimize the waste of their products. In this episode, MIT Professional Education´s Dr. Jeremy Gregory interviews Lise Laurin, CEO, and Founder of EarthShift Global to speak about the challenges involved in such an ambitious operation.

Intro: Conversations on Strategic Sustainability Jul 28, 2022

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Welcome to MIT Professional Education´s podcast series, ´Conversations on Strategic Sustainability.’ In this series, we explore the process of completing a life cycle assessment, a method that assists businesses in making strategic sustainability decisions among a broad range of factors that may otherwise go unrecognized. The series covers topics such as consulting, engaging with stakeholders, manufacturing, cost reduction, and data driven approaches to assessing environmental impacts for the maintenance of a reputable sustainable organization.

Digital Platforms Ep. 2 | Interview with Oliver Bonnet from BlaBlaCar Jun 09, 2022

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In this episode, Interview with Oliver Bonnet from BlaBlaCar, MIT Professional Education’s Dr. Bruce Cameron interviews the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) about the development and global growth of this two-sided platform, which connects carsharing drivers with passengers to promote sustainability-oriented ridesharing.

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