Taurjhai Purdie, Think 100% Campaigns Manager, provides insight for U.S. Steel and the National Energy Technology Laboratory’s carbon capture and storage technologies at the Edgar Thomson Plant in Pennsylvania.

Rhythm & Bloom is series where powerful conversations intersect with impactful solutions around climate and environmental justice. This series amplifies the voices of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and underserved communities at the forefront of the climate movement. Through engaging discussions with changemakers, thought leaders, and community organizers, Rhythm & Bloom dives into the strategy, cultural wisdom, and practical actions addressing the climate crisis. Each episode is a call to action, shining a light on the creativity and leadership driving sustainable change in the communities that need it most.

This episode was filmed at Very Sad Lab, a houseplant rehabilitation and education project co-founded by artist and educator Naoco Wusugi.

Producer & Editor: AntonioHernandez
Producer, Host: JaRel Clay
Multi-Disciplinary Artist: IMKA (Kevin Chambers)