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Betsy Rosenberg | Environmental Journalist Host/Producer
CODE GREEN
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Join award-winning broadcast journalist Betsy Rosenberg on her YouTube Channel as she interviews leading experts, activists and innovators tackling the biggest environmental challenges of our time. For more than 25 years, Betsy and her guests have been telling the truth about fragile ecosystems, connecting hidden dots, and focusing on real world solutions.
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Welcome!
Welcome to the digital home of CODE GREEN—we’re so glad you found us! If you are new to my work an extra warm welcome. You’ve landed on a credible, compelling content platform where truth is spoken freely, dots are connected regularly, and actionable, scalable solutions are amplified!
For nearly 3 decades I’ve been been interviewing leading activists, innovators, and experts across all shades of green topics. After surpassing 5,000 interviews I considered hanging up my mic to write a book about this challenging journey as an environmental journalist and sustainability advocate.
A few key events occurred that changed my mind: I became a grandmother, Trump was re-elected and wasted no time before pulling US out of the Paris Accords—again—and turning the EPA into the Environmental Plundering Agency. What followed was a series of continuing misguided rollbacks, and seeing L.A. on fire in the wake of a trip to Antarctica where glaciers were in meltdown—there was too much dissonance to not speak up and face all these destructive impacts head on!
We are living in surreal times where daily life may still feel normal but the backdrop tells another story. News about growing climate instability and ecological breakdown is being silenced by the influence of special interests.
While the climate and other pressing environmental changes have for too long been marginalized by the public, politicians and press, we find ourselves in a new era where up is down, black is white, and none of it is green enough! Trust in traditional news media is lower than ever, thanks to well-funded DISinformation campaigns—especially on the climate front. This comes at a time when greater public understanding of our planetary pickle is critically important.
Being environmentally aware can feel like living between two realities. In one the sky IS falling as atmospheric levels rise and each new day brings more disturbing signals from nature. In the other, life rolls merrily along as if tomorrow will be the same.
But it won’t stay the same. Destructive weather is intensifying, birds and bees are vanishing, and jet streams that regulate climate and life on earth are faltering. Too many of our so-called leaders remain missing in action—beholden to fossil fuel and chemical industry donors, afraid to tell hard truths, or simply unwilling to lead. Even worse, all the reversal of environmental and health protections are undoing decades of hard fought progress.
Mainstream news outlets have failed in their duty to properly inform the public and only rarely address broader ecological collapse. If this silence continues scientists warn the consequences will arrive faster—and more furiously than most can imagine.
Still, there is some hope. Recent research shows that 37 million Americans (about 11%) want to help avoid climate collapse but don’t know how they can make a positive difference. This is a tipping point too important to miss and CODE GREEN’s mission is to reach, inform, inspire, and mobilize them!
That’s where independent green media comes in, and despite its potential to play a crucial role in turning the eco-tide, we are swimming upstream. But after 28 years on this self-appointed and self-funded beat, I know too much to walk away.
Having interviewed thousands of “solutionaries,” I’ve seen the brilliance, courage and creativity already forging a path forward. CODE GREEN is my next — and perhaps last—media production. Each week I’ll bring you curated guests and perspectives that matter most and can only come from decades of experience.
Given our ailing planet, broken politics, and lamestream media, we must become the ones we’ve been waiting for!
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CLIMATE ABANDONED
This is a Wakeup Call! We no longer have the luxury of ignoring climate change. There isn’t much time left. Scientists and environmental experts discuss the hard truths, causes and consequences.
Contributed Chapter 13: “Media”

GRIT and TENACITY
This book is filled with inspiring stories of women who are leading the way in this new model of leadership. Experience their journeys and learn their powerful tools and strategies for re-imagining and redefining leadership.
Contributed Chapter: “And Yet… She Persisted”

20 SHADES OF GRIEF
Learn Betsy’s personal story of how experience with loss informed and inspired her work to save nature.
Contributed Chapter 7: “How I Tried to Save My Mother, Father, Husband, Brother and the Planet, But Could Only Save Myself,”
How ERM Helps Global Corporations Build a Sustainable Future
Federal Funding, Provincial Pathways | International Institute for Sustainable Development
Port Aransas launches initiative to recognize sustainable businesses – YouTube
Columbia Climate School Career Reception Connects Students With Climate and …
IAEA international conference on fuel supply chain for a sustainable nuclear power development
WCS & Hershey: Establishing Sustainable Cocoa Supply Chains
Rep. Chellie Pingree talks sustainable farming in Knox County – YouTube
Singapore International Energy Week: Industry leaders gather to advance secure, sustainable power
Rep. Chellie Pingree touts 'sustainable fiber farming' in Maine and promotes 'slow fashion'
The greenest initiatives are often the most invisible – experts explain why that's a problem
Specifying sustainable roofs – Architecture Today
Peace cannot be sustainable while half the population is shut out of shaping it
How Sport Is Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals – UN DESA
Adapting to the risk of Atlantic circulation change | Nature Sustainability
Hard-working business site is transformed into sustainable home – Greenville Online
RHTP Year Two: Driving Sustainable Rural Transformation | Forvis Mazars US
The Sustainability Fair teaches students how to integrate sustainability into campus life
Europe's pesticide rollback puts responsibility for chemical risk back on businesses
Cambridge endowment launches sustainability principles for hedge fund managers
UPI needs sustainable revenue model for growth: PhonePe CEO on MDR debate – YouTube
Climate change intensifies global health risks, Lancet Countdown report warns
Climate Change Must Be Declared "Global Health Emergency": Report – NDTV
Climate change should be declared global health emergency, experts say – Yahoo
Global Lancet study counts almost 3 million climate change-related deaths – ABC News
Climate change to displace millions in South Asia: IOM – World – Chinadaily.com.cn
Climate change must be declared 'global health emergency': Lancet study
Governor Newsom doubles down on methane tracking as Trump moves to weaken pollution …
Trump says he'll roll back Biden-era methane rules for oil and gas companies – NBC News
National climate plans now promise half the emission cuts expected by UN
Europe must prepare for a 3°C warmer world, EU climate chief warns | Euronews
Experts demand climate change be declared a global health emergency as heat-related deaths soar
Climate funds must empower families, not the the companies who created the climate crisis
Youths tell trial of climate change toll, from anxiety to flood and heat impacts – Toronto Star
Climate change must be declared 'global health emergency': Lancet study – Arab News
Heat Deaths Reach Record High: 146 Experts Call to Declare Climate Change a Global …
The Lancet: Experts call for climate change to be declared a global health emergency … – EurekAlert!
Climate change must be declared 'global health emergency': Lancet study – Gulf News
It's time for a Just Climate for All – Amnesty International Australia
Youths tell trial of climate change toll, from anxiety to flood and heat impacts | National News
Climate resilience law names nature-based solutions, but fails to make them Europe's first …
Israel election 2026 updates: High turnout, parties urge supporters to vote – Al Jazeera
Readers respond: Sunnyside Environmental School isn't disposable – oregonlive.com
Environment for Sale: Trump Administration Threatens California's Coastal Protections
Slovenia mourns loss of glacier on its highest peak after scorching summer – The Guardian
Reforms at CA Youth Detention Center Eyed With Hope, Skepticism – The Imprint News
Trump's cuts have exposed US to 'cascade' of El Niño dangers, experts warn
McCuskey responds to environmental groups he subpoenaed for citing climate science.
Study Finds Atoll Reef Networks Underrepresented in Global Conservation Planning
Heavy snow forecast for parts of B.C. Interior: Environment Canada | CBC News
Watch Built Environment Not Keeping Up: Hines-Pierce – Bloomberg.com
Countries take first step toward global crackdown on environmental crime – Mongabay
Environmental officials recommend new air monitoring near South Portland oil tanks
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently announced a major investment of over …
Polluting 'forever chemicals' build up differently across continents, finds study of global …
Taking their environment in their hands, youth in Baltimore protect the land they call home
IFFO, Cargill call for more data on environmental impacts of alternative feed ingredients as …
Amazonian rainforest bioaerosol influenced by African dust intrusion – Nature
Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the Sedgwick Co Rural Water District No. 4, Sedgwick Co.
Major greenhouse gases rise again to record levels | New Scientist
Moment Energy's megafactory featured on global list of best inventions
Tom Steyer: Heinrich's Bipartisan Permitting Deal is Our Best Chance to Build Clean Energy …
Bio-Based Founders Urge Market Value Over Green Labeling – Mexico Business News
Novacium Secures €1M RAPID Funding for Green Hydrogen – Fuel Cells Works
Global Green Information Technology (IT) for Insurers Market Report 2026 – Yahoo Finance
Can clean energy economics rewrite US energy policy? | Institute for Business in Global Society
Canada proposes changes to support the low-carbon fuel industry
Living cells inspire tiny channels that could help extract lithium for batteries – Tech Xplore
Northland Workforce Training Center Feeds Clean Energy Industry – GovTech
Spain eases clean energy rules for data centres amid Big Tech backlash – Recharge News
START-STOP TECHNOLOGY: CONSUMER ANNOYANCE OR ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFIT?
Green light | Fabian Society
Micron Technology Gives $2.5M to Bring Clean Geothermal Heat to City's Affordable Housing | News
CoreWeave Expands Global AI Cloud Platform With New Capacity in Denmark and First …
Karnataka and Republic of Bulgaria Explore Strategic Cooperation in Bioenergy … – ANI News
Mapping the green transition of Asia-Pacific economies – Phys.org
US EQUITY OPEN: Indices in the green as Tech sector outperforms as earnings continue
Novacium, Axel'One and AD-VENTA Secure €1 Million in RAPID Funding from the DGA and …
HKSTP Showcases 24 Greentech Companies at Eco Expo Asia 2026 – The Slovenia Times
'No one saves the planet if it hits their pocket': UK heat pump installers fear planned subsidy cuts
Energy Resilience, Digitalization, and Sustainable Development: Evidence on Carbon …
Opportunities and Obstacles – AZA.org
Transforming farming methods towards green practices. – Vietnam.vn
Irvine Ranked No. 8 Greenest City in America
Matt LaFleur hints at possible practice return for Micah Parsons – ESPN
Sen. Blakespear Presents $1M Check to Solana Center for Environmental Innovation
EU: Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive- Executive Compliance Guide
Global Green Information Technology (IT) for Insurers Market Report 2026 – Yahoo Finance UK
China's Supreme Court puts green practices at heart of BRI disputes – The Star
Linden Ponds Residents Support the Environment Through Communitywide Initiatives
The EU Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition two years on
Climate change is a 'global health emergency' and the harms are accelerating, Lancet report warns
'Climate Realism: Facing the Facts about Energy' by Dieter Helm – YouTube
Climate risk scores could be hurting home sales, two states allege in lawsuits – HousingWire
Why ranchers, the ski industry and Western Slope governments are paying close … – Steamboat Pilot
COP31 Announcement Tracker: Key Announcements from the 2026 UN Climate Summit
They Are Trying to Silence Us – NRDC
Microsoft faces push for annual climate-plan disclosure | MSFT SEC Filing – Form PX14A6G
Florida AG Sues Climate Modeler First Street Over Home Risk Scores – Insurance Journal
EU Commission Launches Climate Resilience Framework – ESG Today
Canada proposes changes to support the low-carbon fuel industry
Are we explaining what climate science means to people's lives? – Business Daily
QuotaClimat joins the Code of Conduct on Disinformation under the DSA
Why exposure to climate hazards is only half the story: what the data reveal
Livelihood, education goals affect migration under climate change | Penn State University
Moving beyond compliance – ISEP – Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals
Questions and answers on the EU Climate Resilience Framework – The European Sting
Florida Sues Climate Modeler First Street Over Home Risk Scores – Bloomberg.com
Press conference on the EU framework for climate resilience – European Commission
EU must prepare for 3°C of warming by 2100, says European Commission – Belga English
With El Niño bearing down, I got a free LA County engineering assessment at home. What I learned
Bruce Melton – Environmental engineer/Climate Chronicler
Betsy is a phenomenal and prolific interviewer and a great ally in this work. The sooner we can help her “go viral” the better off our world will be!”
Marika Sakellariou – Realtor, Designer
I highly recommend CODE GREEN. Betsy is an incredible conduit for business, science and activism— she brilliantly connects these worlds. For a reliable resource that’s intelligent and motivating this series is essential viewing!
Eric Greer – Aerospace Engineer
Betsy does such a great job interviewing the most interesting experts. CODE GREEN’s recent series on coral reef decline was especially informative!
Al Gore – Former U.S. Vice President
“Thank you for what you’ve been doing all these years to raise awareness about the climate crisis. We need more of this!”
Van Jones – CNN Contributor & Former Obama Advisor on Green Jobs
“Betsy, you’ve been at the forefront of environmental reporting longer than anyone. Thank you for your invaluable contributions — and for gifting me the great name ‘Green Collar Jobs for my book and movement’!”
Andrew Revkin – New York Times Environmental Correspondent
“Betsy offers a thoughtful, illuminating forum on urgent environmental issues — sometimes even bordering on fun.”
Kathleen Dean Moore – Author & Professor of Environmental Ethics
“Thanks, Betsy, for being so incisive, funny, and fierce. Of all the interviews I’ve done, none left me as energized and hopeful — you bring ideas together with rare clarity.”
Greg Mattison – New Jersey Listener
“For my family, Betsy became the real follow-up to An Inconvenient Truth — a trusted source of guidance, perspective, and real solutions. Your show has been invaluable.”
JoAnneh Nagler – Author & Community Activist
“Betsy has the courage to spotlight environmental issues our culture ignores. Her voice is a much-needed wake-up call, delivered with clarity and intellectual grace.”
Gary Lewin – Co-Founder, Good Dirt Radio
“Betsy Rosenberg is a world-class eco-radio pioneer whose work delivers vital information and real solutions with passion and precision. Betsy is part of the heartbeat of the ‘Great Turning.’”
Chip Giller – Founder & President, Grist.org
“Her range of guests and topics is remarkable, and she plays an important role in the environmental movement.”
Carol Greenwood – Minneapolis Listener
“Betsy provides exactly the kind of environmental programming we need more of. It’s one of the best shows in the lineup — please keep it coming.”
Avi Stachenfeld – San Francisco Listener
“Extraordinarily intelligent interviewing with tempered, ironic humor — I never imagined these topics could be this engaging night after night.”
Michael Dietrick – Mill Valley Environmental Advocate
“Betsy is the only truly professional, entertaining environmental voice in today’s media. Betsy interviews the most knowledgeable experts offering real solutions — a genuine treasure.”
Victoria Everman – San Francisco Writer & Media Producer
“I’m addicted to these podcasts. Betsy brings green issues to life with passion and insight, making the movement feel vivid and urgent.”
Maxine Kushner – Florida Listener
“You and your guests offer timely, essential discussions on the planet’s most pressing issues. Losing this show would be a huge loss for those paying attention.”
Brian Turner – Fukuoka, Japan Podcast Listener
“Betsy tackles the greatest crisis of our time with depth no other political-commentary show offers. It provides an essential public service.”
Tim Stout – Listener
“I look forward to Betsy every week. Your interviews keep me up to date on climate issues without doing hours of research — a tremendous public service.”
D.R. Tucker – Climate Writer/Researcher
Betsy’s rare blend of courage and talent—reminiscent of Edward R. Murrow—sets the standard as civilization confronts climate catastrophe, exposing mainstream media’s cowardice and affirming her tireless, science-driven pursuit of truth and democracy itself.
Laurene Allen
With Code Green, Betsy Rosenberg has created a vital platform amplifying frontline activists, exposing systemic failures, advancing urgent sustainable policy change, and bringing the power of organized climate action into clear public focus.
Andy Ruben, Walmart’s First Chief Sustainability Officer
You are the OG of green media!
Dasha Gaian – Listener in Ukraine
“Betsy Rosenberg’s voice and interviews were a wake-up call. Discovering her show while living overseas connected me to a global environmental movement and climate solutions I didn’t even know existed. Her conversations didn’t just educate me — they inspired me to act and help others do the same.”



