Rooted in Change

To tackle the climate crisis, we need radical action and bold ideas. Those advocating and delivering green solutions, lowering humanity's impact on the planet, are our champions. The podcast “Rooted in Change” interviews European cleantech protagonists about their solutions. Guests share ideas on how to accelerate change and deliver meaningful global impact.

Rooted in Change

Latest episodes

Amaël Cohades - CompPair

Amaël Cohades - CompPair

23m 41s

What if materials could (almost) magically repair themselves? When I witnessed it firsthand, I thought it was magic - it's "just" science in action. We cover how CompPair is revolutionizing composites with their self-healing technology. CEO Amaël shares how their materials extend the lifetime of composite parts, reduce waste, and unlock new economic opportunities. From aerospace to sporting goods, CompPair’s approach sets the stage for a smarter, more sustainable future in materials science.

Nicolas Sdez - Pronoe

Nicolas Sdez - Pronoe

44m 36s

What if carbon removal started with the oceans? In this episode, we dive into how Pronoe is restoring the ocean’s power to capture and store CO₂. Founder and CEO Nicolas explains how their automated water treatment systems, placed downstream from industrial sites, reduce ocean acidification and enhance the natural carbon sink—all while using existing infrastructure. By turning return flows into climate assets, Pronoe supports healthier oceans and a cooler planet. Tune in to learn how this ocean-first, asset-light approach could reshape carbon removal at scale.

Jan Allemann - Cowa

Jan Allemann - Cowa

33m 29s

What if heat could be stored in a compact form? In this episode, we dive into how Cowa is revolutionizing energy storage through cutting-edge phase change materials. The Swiss company enables homes to transition to sustainable storage solutions, making the most out of often limited space. In this conversation with the company's CRO, we dive into the business model, their traction and award-winning technology and what's next for them. If you're interested in storage, watch this hot company!

Florina Mînzat - EcothermiQ

Florina Mînzat - EcothermiQ

50m 15s

What if comfort could be climate-friendly? This is the question that Florina Mînzat posed. And she found an answer. As the founder of EcothermiQ, a company bringing passive, low-carbon thermal comfort into our homes, she works to launch smart, easy-to-integrate solutions. EcothermiQ makes it possible to feel good indoors while reducing emissions. Flo also shares the unconventional path that led her to launch a climate tech startup—an unconventional path by her own accord. This is for you if you're looking for inspiration and hope during these turbulent times.