Merton’s award winning green radio station has secured a series of exclusive with Professor Sir David King, the former Government chief scientist.

The interviews will be aired on Passion for the Planet during July, cover issues ranging from the case for nuclear energy in the UK to Sir David’s work with the President of Rwanda, helping him empower the people for a more sustainable future.

Sir David, who highlighted the need for governments to act on climate change, said: “Passion for the Planet has an important role to play in the most critical period that our civilisation has had to face.”

Chantal Cooke, managing director of Passion for the Planet, added: “Sir David is exactly the calibre of guest we feature on Passion for the Planet.

“He’s a respected expert in his field and his views and in depth knowledge make for great listening. They are intriguing and inspirational – the perfect combination for Passion for the Planet’s educated, forward thinking audience.”

The interviews will be aired from now until August 2 with a selection available on the stations website, passionfortheplanet.com