Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast
by Laura Trotta
Learn how to live more sustainably, without compromising your lifestyle, in this fun, inspiring and informative podcast with environmental engineer and Home Sustainability Expert Laura Trotta. She's all about making green mainstream and together with inspiring 'Eco Hero' guests will help you create an ecoceptional life you love!
Episodes
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[178] Sustainable Home Design with Janine Strachan
For most of us, our homes are the biggest investment we'll make in our lifetime. Decisions we make in the home design process impact not only the durability and longevity of our home but also our home's sustainability and cost to run. In this Eco Chat episode I'm joined again by Janine Strachan....
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[177] Benefits of Tiny Living with Janine Strachan from Tiny House Solutions
Tiny Houses are a low impact solution to both the housing crisis and high environmental impact of housing. According to the Australian Tiny House Association, Tiny Houses are moveable dwellings up to 50m2 that are suitable for residential use and can be largely grouped into three categories: on...
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[176] School Strike 4 Climate with Lola Stravoskoufis – Eco Chat with Laura Trotta
Lola is a Year 9 student from Exeter in the Southern Highlands region of NSW. She marched as a Year 6 student in the large student climate strikes in 2019 and subsequently joined the School Strike 4 Climate movement. She now leads the School Strike 4 Climate group in her regional town and is...
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[175] Ethical Everyday Banking with Beyond Bank Sustainability Manager Kate Carrol
We all need a bank to help us manage our money. But what if "who" we banked with made a difference? What if your everyday banking was yet another avenue to create a better future for humanity? What if your everyday banking could create a better global environment in the future? What if your bank...
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[174] Discover Ethical Superannuation with Verve Super Co-founder Christina Hobbs
Superannuation is incredibly important to ensure you're comfortable financially in retirement. But what if superannuation had another purpose? What if superannuation was an avenue for you to create a better future for humanity? What if superannuation was an avenue for you to create a better…
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[173] Discover Ethical Investing with Life Sherpa's Christopher Zinn – Eco Chat with Laura Trotta
Whether it's eating organically grown food, avoiding fast fashion or divesting your financial investments from fossil fuels, tobacco or companies with a track record of modern slavery, conscious consumers and investors have long voted with their money and changed the world in the process.…
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[172] How to Reduce Food Waste at Christmas
The most wonderful time of the year is also the most wasteful, but that needn't be the case! In this episode I share five ways you can reduce your food waste this Christmas so the season is lighter on your wallet, waistline and our precious planet. Resources: Seasons Greenings e-guide
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[171] Engineering Solutions to Climate Change
If you've been feeling down about the state of the global environment, particularly after COP26 in Glasgow, this episode is for you. I'm sharing a presentation I delivered to around 200 doctors last month at the Doctors for the Environment iDEA 2021 conference. I was invited by Dr Kate Wylie to...
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[170] How Climate Risk is Impacting Home Insurance (and Valuation) Costs
There's plenty of factors to consider when investing in a home. Proximity to schools, shops, health services, family and public transport are some of the key considerations. Smart investors of today are factoring in another consideration – climate change risk – and for good reason. Climate change...
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[169] How Home Battery Storage Systems Work
If you're looking to reduce your household carbon emissions, you really can't go past installing a home solar photovoltaic system with battery storage. But with so many dealers and installers out there, and with such a high investment cost, where do you even start? In Part 1 of this Home Energy...
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[168] How Home Solar Systems Work
If you're looking to reduce your household carbon emissions, you really can't go past installing a home solar photovoltaic system with battery storage. But with so many dealers and installers out there, and with such a high investment cost, where do you even start? In Part 1 of this Home Energy...
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[167] How Corporates Can Become More Sustainable
Money does indeed make the world go round and the type of businesses that we invest in today creates the world of tomorrow. Notwithstanding, the corporate world has a huge role to play in shaping the kind of world we live in. The traditional mindset of corporates to maximise returns for...
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[166] Oliver Smuhar, Author of 'FireWorks'
Oliver is an award-winning author, is studying Communications' Journalism at University of Technology, Sydney and lives in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales Australia, an area ravaged by the horrendous 2019/2020 Black Summer bushfires. Shocked and traumatised by the destruction he witnessed...
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[165] Teaching Kids About the Climate Crisis
Dr Marji is a coral reef scientist who aims to teach kids around the world about the climate crisis through interactive play and art. Marji meets kids at their level with play dough and LEGO and isn't afraid to dress up as a coral polyp or penguin to help get the important message of the climate...
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[164] Climate Change and the Human Health Impact
Climate change has traditionally been viewed as an economic and environmental issue but it is fundamentally a human health issue. In this episode of Eco Chat I'm joined by Dr Kate Wylie from Climate Medicine to discuss the growing health risk to the human population from a warming climate. Dr…
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[163] Patricia Newman, Author of 'Planet Ocean'
If you're looking for educational sustainability books for the children in your life, you're in the right place. I'm joined on Eco Chat by Patricia Newman, author of several educational books on environmental and social justice issues including Eavesdropping on Elephants; Sea Otter Heroes…
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[162] Ecosia - The Search Engine Planting Trees
If you're looking for an internet search engine that gives back, look no further than Ecosia. Ecosia is quite literally, the search engine that plants trees. Ecosia donates 80% of its profits to non-profit organisations that focus on reforestation, considers itself a social business, is...
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[161] Clean Your Home Plastic and Toxin Free with Resparkle
If you're looking for commercial cleaning products that are toxin free, plastic free and are made in Australia by a social enterprise, look no further than Resparkle. Pearl Chan is on a mission to create a plastic free future for our families and she's helping people get started in their homes.…
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[160] Five Positive Environmental Stories from 2020
While 2020 saw Covid-19 ravage human populations and communities around the world, there were many positives throughout the year for our local, regional and global environments. This New Year, as many of us continue to struggle to process the year that was 2020, I thought I'd take the opportunity...
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[159] How to Become a Carbon Neutral Certified Business
If your business, company or organisation wishes to become carbon neutral to reduce their environmental impact and demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability, this episode is for you. I'm joined by Polly Hemming from Climate Active to discuss steps business or organisations need to take to...
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[158] How To Grow A Green Business
This past month I presented at the online Ecopreneur Summit, sharing tips and strategies for how to how to make your business more sustainable. It's this presentation on How to Grow a Green Business that I share with you in this podcast episode. I also share details of my new Eco Business...
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[157] My Favourite Zero Waste Products
This year I was invited to join the judging panel for the Australian Non Toxic Awards, a role that involved testing and critiquing a large range of zero waste products for the home. The full list of winners can be found on the Australia Non-Toxic Awards website, but I wanted to take the…
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[156] Toxins In Non-Stick Cookware
If you're keen to reduce your toxin load AND you love cooking, this episode is for you. And if you use non-stick pans and your lining is damaged or you've accidentally overheated your pan and created fumes, this episode is especially for you. I'm discussing toxins you need to be aware of in...
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[155] How To Offset Your Carbon Emissions
If you've changed some of your habits and have embraced a sustainable lifestyle, but you want to go one step further by offsetting your carbon emissions this podcast episode is for you. I'm joined by Louise Tarrier, CEO of Carbon Positive Australia. Louise will share how individuals and...
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[154] Pros and Cons of Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles are slowing making their way into the marketplace across Australia and overseas with companies such as Nissan and Telsa offering affordable entry level electric family car options. In this episode we are joined by Dan Deleur, Vice Chair of the Australian Electric Vehicle...
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[153] Six Simple Ways to Clean with Lemons
Fresh lemons are a natural, safe and economical way to clean your home (especially if you have your own lemon tree!). By replacing several common commercial cleaning products with fresh lemons you'll reduce waste, save money and improve your health. In this episode I'll share six simple ways to...
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[152] Three Household Cleaning Uses for Pure Soap Flakes
Pure soap is the original general purpose cleaner. In its purest form, natural soap contains no extra additives such as colours and fragrances and biodegrades completely. In this article I'll share the benefits of using pure soap for household cleaning tasks and my three favourite uses for pure...
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[151] Is Your Sunscreen Reef Safe?
Did you know that one of the growing threats to our coral reefs lives in your beach bag? Sunscreen, or more specifically the chemicals found in many sunscreens, are contributing to coral bleaching and the subsequent death of our beautiful reefs. In this episode I share what to look for in an...
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[150] Celebrating 150 episodes of Eco Chat
In reaching the milestone of 150 episodes of Eco Chat I thought it was timely to take a look back on the past (almost) five years of podcasting and share the top ten episodes, as downloaded by you! Did your favorite make the list!?! Be sure to leave a review for Eco Chat in Apple Podcasts to show...
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[149] 4 Alternatives to Single Use Plastic Bin Liners
Many households who are making an effort to reduce the volume of single-use plastics they consume have trouble replacing one item…..the humble rubbish bin liner. In this episode I'm sharing four alternatives to single use plastic bin liners. For strategies and support to ditch single-use…
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[148] How Farmers Are Uniting for Climate Action
Farmers and primary producers are experts in land management and meteorology. They need to be in order to survive. Anika Molesworth is a recognised thought-leader of agro-ecological systems resilience. She is an agricultural science researcher, communicator and works in international agricultural...
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[147] How Climate Change Is Fuelling Bushfires
The catastrophic and unprecedented 2019-2020 Australian bushfire season, colloquially referred to as the Black Summer, burnt an estimated 18.6 million hectares (46 million acres; 186,000 square kilometres, 72,000 square miles), destroyed over 5,900 buildings (including 2,779 homes) and killed at...
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[146] Improving Kids Gut Health with Jessica Donovan
Gut health is the foundation of good health and it's no different when it comes to our kids. In this podcast naturopath Jessica Donovan shares how to improve our kids gut health so they can thrive in our modern world. Resources Kids Gut Health eBook Natural Super Kids Video Training Series…
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[145] How to Clean with Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus essential oil is a natural, effective and economical way to clean your home. In part three of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with essential oil. Resources: Home Detox Cheat Sheet Home Detox Boot Camp
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[144] How to Clean with White Vinegar
White vinegar is a natural, safe and economical way to clean your home. In part two of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with white vinegar in your home. Resources: 5-day Green Cleaning Challenge Home Detox Boot Camp
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[143] How To Remove Mould Naturally
In this first episode of my Spring Cleaning Series I share how to remove mould from your home naturally without using chlorine bleach. Resources Home Detox Cheat Sheet Home Detox Boot Camp
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[142] Why are Councils Declaring a Climate Emergency?
Are you curious about what the Council Climate Emergency Declaration movement entails? Want to understand what difference it actually makes to the climate crisis? Keen to know how you can get your local council to lead in climate action? If that's you, you're in the right place! In this episode…
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[141] How to Enjoy a Sustainable Cup of Tea
I'm a tea drinker and enjoy a wide variety of herbal teas throughout the day. In fact, I often joke that there's a tea to match my every mood! If you love tea as much as I do, and want to ensure your tea habit is as green as possible (even when you like a black cuppa), this episode is for you!…
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[140] How to Save Water in Your Bathroom
With much of Australia in the grip of drought, and rainfall patterns changing worldwide with climate change, water restrictions and increasing water prices are becoming the norm. It makes financial and environmental sense to reduce water consumption at the household level, and it makes even more...
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[139] How To Save The Whole Stinkin Planet with Lee Constable
Are you ready to inspire the conscious kids in your life to save the world? If you are it's time you met Captain Garbology, aka Lee Constable. Lee Constable is a presenter, producer and, most recently, children's book author with a focus on science, technology and society. As the host of…
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[138] How I Stay Optimistic when Experiencing Environmental Anxiety
Last weekend in Australia we all went to the polls to vote in our national election. It was supposed to be the climate change election. Yet, our conservative, climate-denying government was returned to office. Naturally many eco-minded voters, scientists and environmentalists were devastated and...
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[137] Plastic Free Shampoo Options
If you're keen to reduce your plastic consumption and aren't sure what alternatives are out there for shampoo, this episode is for you. I'm sharing two of my favourite plastic-free shampoo options. One is a DIY recipe I've been using with much success for years and the other is my new favourite...
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[136] How To Raise Kids In a Digital World Part 2
In episode 59 of Eco Chat, Dr Kristy Goodwin shared her best tips for how to raise kids in a digital world. That was 2.5 years ago and as you'd imagine, much has changed in the world of technology since. In this episode Dr Kristy is back to share latest developments in this area, with a…
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NEWSFLASH
In this NEWSFLASH I share where you can fond my new Podcast and Website for Conscious Business Builders. To learn more listen to the Conscious Business Builders podcast or visit www.consciousbusinessbuilders.com
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[135] Climate Change and YOU
If you're concerned about our changing climate and are wondering what you can do to make a difference, this episode is for you. I'm sharing eight things you can do to help address climate change. Resources: greenHOUSE Home Energy Blitz Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs Bokashi Bins at Sustainahome
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[134] Conscious Business Builders
Do you want to make a BIGGER IMPACT? If you have a product or service the world needs and want to reach more people. Thousands more people. I can help you do that. In this episode I share my latest offering with you. Conscious Business Builders is high performance coaching for established...
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[133] 4 Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic Straws
Did you know that plastic straws are one of the most common items found on beaches worldwide? According to Clean Up Australia, plastic straws are the 12th most common item reported by Clean Up volunteers. Which is not surprising given that Australians use about 10 million plastic straws every…
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[132] The Benefits of Cycling and Commuting by Bike
Cycling is a sustainable mode of transport. There's nothing quite like the feeling of getting from A to B under your own steam, or pedal power in this case. Last year, after I started working in the city three days a week, I soon grew tired of the train commute and looked in to cycle instead. And...
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[131] Tales from a Dumpster Diver
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go diving in dumpsters to rescue discarded food, but you haven't been game enough to experience it for yourself? In this episode I'm chatting with my Dumpster Diving friend Dushan Popovic about what it's really like to go diving for food. You'll...
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[130] Six Eco Gift Wrap Ideas
If you're keen to reduce the environmental impact of your gift giving this Christmas, you're in the right place! In this episode I'm sharing six eco gift wrap ideas. It's possible to wrap your gift sustainably. Whether you use Santa Sacks, fabric, children's paintings, gift bags or 100% post...
About this show
Learn how to live more sustainably, without compromising your lifestyle, in this fun, inspiring and informative podcast with environmental engineer and Home Sustainability Expert Laura Trotta. She's all about making green mainstream and together with inspiring 'Eco Hero' guests will help you create an ecoceptional life you love!
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