Max Joshua on Space Science, Methane Monitoring, and LGBTQ+ Advocacy

In this episode I speak with Max Joshua, a commercial GTM specialist focused on applying satellite imaging technologies to climate problems. After we recorded our conversation, she joined the Earth Fire Alliance She brings a unique perspective from her journey through exoplanet research to Earth observation, combining technical expertise with a commitment to community building. We discuss:How her spiritual view of cosmic consciousness and interconnectedness drives her work in environmental monitoring and conservation.Her experience building commercial operations from scratch at Blue Skies Space, developing markets for exoplanet observation data among scientists and space agencies.The transition from studying distant worlds to using similar satellite technology to detect methane emissions on Earth through her work at Planet.Why being LGBTQ+ brings unique perspectives to climate work, requiring the same radical imagination needed to envision systemic change.The challenges and opportunities in commercializing satellite data for climate applications through her advisory firm, Atmos Impact.How spending time in nature and building community are essential components of a meaningful life in climate work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit discernearth.substack.com