Jeff Miller, CEO and general manager of Mark Miller Subaru, joins O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett to discuss the dealership's Love Promise program, their B Corp status, the current state and future of the electric vehicle market, and more! The O₂ Utah Foundation is honored to be Mark Miller Subaru's Loves the Earth nonprofit partner this year. Be on the lookout for partner events and more ways to get involved!
Feb 12, 2024•37 min
Brad Rutledge from Wasatch Backcountry Alliance joins O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett to discuss the proposed gondola in Little Cottonwood Canyon. The two review the gondola's potential environmental impact, examine alternative solutions, and discuss what the public can do to ensure the Legislature does not fund the project.
Jan 18, 2024•40 min
Marcus Trail, who holds a doctorate of philosophy in environmental engineering, joins O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett to discuss the science behind Salt Lake City’s pollution problems and his expertise in air quality modeling.
Dec 11, 2023•40 min
O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett and special guest host Rural Utah Project executive director TJ Ellerbeck interview SLC mayoral candidate Rocky Anderson to learn about his policies on climate, air quality, water, public lands, and more.
Nov 01, 2023•32 min
O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett and special guest host Rural Utah Project executive director TJ Ellerbeck interview SLC mayor Erin Mendenhall to learn about her reelection campaign and policies on climate, air quality, water, public lands, and more.
Nov 01, 2023•26 min
O₂ Utah executive director David Garbett sits down with Ogden mayoral candidate Taylor Knuth to discuss his campaign, vision for the city, the Community Renewable Energy Program, and more!
Oct 23, 2023•23 min
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This episode, David was joined by Zachary Frankel, the Executive Director at Utah Rivers Council. Together, they discussed the issues surrounding our Great Salt Lake and how we can work toward a solution!
Sep 01, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 56
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This episode, David was joined by Steven Brown, a Research Chemist at NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Together, Steven and David discussed his research and the chemistry behind our air quality problems here in Utah.
Aug 02, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 55
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This episode, David is joined by Dr. Juliet Carlisle, a Professor of Environmental & Sustainability Studies and Chair of the Political Science Department at the University of Utah. Together, Professor Carlisle and David discuss the recent SCOTUS ruling in West Virginia v. EPA and what it means for climate policy.
Jul 15, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 54
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! O2 & You: CANDIDATES EDITION! In anticipation for the upcoming Primary Election, David is joined by some of our endorsed candidates. These individuals are committed to air quality and a high quality of life for their constituents! For this candidate episode, tune in to get to know Nate Blouin for Senate District 13
Jun 23, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 53
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! O2 & You: CANDIDATES EDITION! In anticipation for the upcoming Primary Election, David is joined by some of our endorsed candidates. These individuals are committed to air quality and a high quality of life for their constituents! For this candidate episode, tune in to get to know Stephanie Pitcher for Senate District 14.
Jun 23, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 52
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! O2 & You: CANDIDATES EDITION! In anticipation for the upcoming Primary Election, David is joined by some of our endorsed candidates. These individuals are committed to air quality and a high quality of life for their constituents! For this candidate episode, tune in to get to know Derek Kitchen for Senate District 9.
Jun 14, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 51
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Hal Crimmel, a Brady Professor and Chair at Weber State University, and an editor of "Utah's Air Quality Issues: Problems and Solutions". Together, they discussed Professor Crimmel’s work, a brief history of Utah’s air quality, and strategies for moving forward.
Jun 01, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 50
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Tyler Poulson and Thomas Kessinger. Tyler is the Deputy Director at the Building Electrification Institute, and Thomas is the Beneficial Electrification Program Manager at Utah Clean Energy. Together, Tyler, Thomas and David discussed the favorable economics of all-electric new construction, both on a national level and right here in Utah!
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 49
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Stan Penfold and Ben Bolte. Stan and Ben make up the leadership team at GREENbike. Together, they covered all of the important work GREENbike is doing to offer Utahns an affordable and sustainable transportation option! Plus, get an inside look at what starting a nonprofit entails.
Apr 22, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 48
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Mary Anna Mancuso, a Spokesperson for leading national republican environmental organization, RepublicEN. Together, Mary Anna and David discussed the important work RepublicEN is doing to help conservatives navigate the climate conversation.
Mar 28, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 47
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, Eliza guest hosted and spoke with Alex Veilleux and Josh Craft. Alex is a Policy Associate for @healutah , and Josh is the Government and Corporate Relations Manager for @utahcleanenergy. Together, Josh, Alex and our very own Eliza Cowie did a recap of this year's legislative session!
Mar 16, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 46
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Representative Joel Briscoe! Together, they discussed updates on his bills as well as major air quality/environmental bills he watched during this year’s legislative session!
Mar 03, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 45
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with our brand new Development Director, Greg Yerkes! Tune into learn more about newest team member, and why fundraising and development are such critical components to making an impact.
Feb 18, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 44
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Matt Fuller, M.D., about his research at University Hospital on our polluted air and it’s direct correlation with pregnancy loss. Tune in to learn more and find out why Dr. Fuller is a supporter of cleaning our air with #Prosperity2030.
Jan 28, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 43
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! To kick off the 2022 Utah Legislative Session, we welcomed our Policy Director, Eliza Cowie to give you the full rundown on the session and our involvement. What is it? Why is it so important? What are we working on? How can I get involved? Tune in to find out👏🏼
Jan 28, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 42
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David speaks with Chris Parker, the Founder & CEO of Giv Group. Chris is a signatory of Prosperity 2030. Zero-emissions buildings? Giv Group is on board. Listen to find out why and learn more about what the future looks like with #Prosperity2030 on the horizon.
Jan 28, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 41
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! With all of the changes taking place, we got the whole gang together for a year-end wrap up. Get to know our incredible staff as we reminisce on the past year and look forward to the next. Bonus segment: we take community questions!
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 40
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! In this extra special father-daughter interview, David and Emi have an open discussion on air quality, bringing the unique perspective of a little Utahn.
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 39
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David speaks with Bryson C. Garbett, the CEO of Garbett Homes. Bryson is a signatory of Prosperity 2030. Together, he and David discussed what the future of air quality action looks like with the provisions of Prosperity 2030.
Dec 02, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 38
This week, David, Corey, Marcus and Travis recapped this year's municipal election. You don't want to miss this fun episode!
Nov 17, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 37
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David speaks with Logan Mitchell, a Research Assistant Professor at University of Utah. Together, they discuss the history of Utah's air quality.
Nov 02, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 36
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! Directly following the public rollout of Prosperity 2030, Senator Kirk Cullimore joins David Garbett to discuss this landmark air quality legislation.
Oct 12, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 35
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Rebecca Chavez-Houck, former State Representative and former Executive Director of Better Boundaries. Currently, she serves as a Board Member of Utah Ranked Choice Voting. Together, David and Rebecca discussed the upcoming RCV election. What is RCV? How does it work? Why are cities switching over? David and Rebecca covered it all!
Sep 23, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 34
o2 Utah presents O2 & You! This week, David spoke with Shawn Teigen, the Vice President and Research Director at Utah Foundation.
Sep 21, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 33