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Eco Insights
by Eco Circle International
Today we are faced with the daunting reality of the environmental crises. But together, we can solve it. One action, one conversation, one insight at a time. Join Chloe Young and Georgia Scarr, environmentalists from the youth led non-profit Eco Circle International, along with other globally influential figures, as they unpack the intersections of climate change, human rights, economics, and more.
Episodes
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Utilizing Technology to Combat Air Pollution (Darren Riley)
Today, Chloe and Georgia spoke with Darren Riley, Co-Founder and CEO of JustAir. After earning his B.S. in Information Systems, Darren decided to use his love of data and technology to mitigate the issue of air pollution, specifically in BIPOC communities, by starting JustAir. JustAir aims to...
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The Nexus of Judaism & Environmentalism (Penelope Kopp)
In this episode we welcomed Penelope Kopp, a Co-Founding National Leadership Board Member and current Actions Director of the Jewish Youth Climate Movement (JYCM). JYCM is a Gen-Z led movement dedicated to combating climate change and environmental injustice from a Jewish lens. We spoke to…
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Urban Planning, Community Engagement & Walkable Cities (Jamie Simone)
In this episode of Eco Insights, our hosts interview Jamie Simone, a social worker turned urban planner who designed the iconic 606 Trail in Chicago. We discuss the importance of active listening, community engagement, and sustainable urban design. Have you ever thought about all the planning and...
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The New Ecological Paradigm (Kelly Tzoumis)
We are excited to welcome Dr. Kelly Tzoumis, a professor of Environmental Public Policy and Public Administration at Depaul University, to the podcast. The focus of the episode was a specific aspect of her work: The New Ecological Paradigm (NEP). The NEP is a survey consisting of 15 questions…
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Science Policy (Kavitha Chintam)
On today’s episode we interview Kavi Chintam, a PhD candidate for Chemical Engineering at Northwestern University working in the intersection between science and policy. We discuss the importance of the inclusion of science in policy making and reducing controversy in politics, as well as the…
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Bye Bye Plastic Bags and Youthtopia (Melati Wijsen)
Today we welcomed Melati Wijsen, the Founder of Bye Bye Plastic Bags (an NGO which focuses on eliminating plastic bags from communities around the world) and Youthtopia (a platform that aims to provide a space for young people to become change makers) to the podcast. Melati is committed to...
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Collaboration in Sustainability (Professor Xavier Basurto)
In today’s episode, our hosts interview Professor Xavier Basurto from Duke University. We discuss the evolution and intersectionality of his career, the importance of collaboration within sustainability, and his research into common-pool resources and collective action. Professor Basturto…
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Queer Brown Vegan (Isaias Hernandez)
On today’s episode, hosts Chloe Young and Georgia Scarr interviewed Isaias Hernandez, Environmental Educator and Creator of Queer Brown Vegan. We spoke about utilizing social media in social justice movements, taking accountability, and the importance of amplifying the voices of marginalized...
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Greenfluidics & Their Intelligent Solar Biopanel (Adan Ramirez)
On today’s episode, Chloe and Georgia spoke to Adan Ramirez, the Co-Founder of Greenfluidics. Greenfluidics created an Intelligent Solar Biopanel based on microalgae and nanotechnology, all with the aim of building an energy efficient future that benefits both the planet and the people. Adan told...
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Interdisciplinary Flooding Research at Stanford (Frances Davenport)
Frances Davenport, a PhD student at Stanford University in the Earth Systems Science department, was a part of the ground breaking study that found that intensifying precipitation contributed one-third of the financial costs of flooding in the United States over the past three decades. This begs...
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National Geographic, Oceans & Youth Involvement (Baylee Ritter)
On today’s episode of Eco Insights, Chloe and Georgia spoke to Baylee Ritter, a woman working to protect both the planet and its people in various ways. She is a National Geographic Young Explorer, Youth Advisor for the Ocean Project, Founder of ‘Operation Endangered Species’ and the…
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Indigenous Rights & Public Lands (Chase Iron Eyes)
Chase Iron Eyes is an Indigenous rights activist, Attorney with Lakota People’s Law Protect, and the Co-founder of “Last Real Indians''. Today we spoke with him about indiengous rights and public lands in, what is now known as, the United States of America. Now more than ever, indigenous people...
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Political Engagement & CCV Global (Rory Moore)
Rory Moore is the founder of CCV Global, the world’s largest COVID-19 volunteering network and an advisor to UK government on volunteering strategy. In this episode, we discuss how starting small is the key achieving great successes, and the importance of diverse perspectives in politics. Rory…
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Political Cartoons and Environmental Education Accessibility (Alexandra Bowman)
To kick off Season 2 of Eco Insights, our hosts spoke with Alexandra Bowman, a junior at Georgetown University and Editorial Political Cartoonist for Our Daily Planet and the Lincoln Project. Climate information can be complex and hard to understand, but in order for the environmental movement to...
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Waste and Pollution in Africa (Kevin Mtai)
Kevin Mtai is an environmental activist from Kenya who has done significant work with various organizations and campaigns, such as ‘Mock COP26’ and ‘Africa Is Not A Dumpster’. With a medical background and vast experience in the environmental crises, he told us about the various negative impacts…
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Sustainability Within The Electricity Industry (Neena Hemmady)
In this episode, we met with environmental engineer, Neena Hemmady, and discussed the pushes for sustainability that she’s been able to achieve whilst working at an electricity utility. We spoke about the importance of working from the inside of a major fossil fuel emitting industry and about...
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Vertical Farming: A Sustainable Way to Combat Food Insecurity (Eddy Badrina)
In today’s episode, our hosts spoke with Eddy Badrina, CEO of Eden Green. Eden Green uses vertical farming technology to help the world sustainably grow large amounts of food to create a healthier and happier existence for all. Urban farming is expanding rapidly, and with good reason. Our guest...
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Environmentalism in the Middle East and Local Food Systems (Rayan Kassem)
Mainstream media often only focuses on the environmental movement in the West, however, the environmental crises varies widely around the world. Rayan Kassem, who has lived in Lebanon, Austria and Denmark, provides us insight into these differences, and their significance. Such discrepancies also...
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COP 25 and Environmental Organizing (Roz Beile)
In this episode, we spoke with Roz Beile - a youth environmental activist who attended the COP 25 summit in Madrid and has experience working with various non-profits focused on the environmental crises. We discussed how international conferences are often just “political photo opportunities” and...
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Nisreen Elsaim: Effect of Climate Change on Sudan, Gender Inequalities and Youth Voices
Nisreen Elsaim is a Sudanese leader in the climate movement, as well as the Chairperson of the UN Secretary-General's Youth Advisory on Climate Change. After receiving her degree in Physics and Renewable energy, in addition to gaining experience through being an International Junior Negotiator…
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Max Silverman: Teens Be Heard, Youth Activism and Making a Difference
Today, our guest host, Julian Cohen, spoke with Max Silverman, the Executive Director of Teens Be Heard. TBH is a student-led initiative focused on education and awareness in order to combat social injustices. We discussed the role that teens play in activism and some of the steps you can take to...
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John McNeill: Environmental History, The Industrial Revolution and Population Growth
Professor John McNeill teaches History at Georgetown University, and is best known for “pioneering the study on Environmental History”. In this episode, we discuss what makes anthropogenic climate change historically unique, the global environmental significance of the industrial revolution, as...
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Ashleyn Przedwiecki: Fast Fashion, Ethical Consumption and Being a Fashion Citizen
Ashleyn Przedwiecki is a Director at Fashion Revolution USA, an Eco-Ethical Event Producer and Designer, and the Founder of Threaded (an organization committed to creatives and visionaries who are leading a more sustainable future for fashion). We spoke with her about the intersections between...
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Illinois Youth Climate Movement: Climate Strikes, Youth Voices and COVID-19
Today we spoke with the state leads of the Illinois Youth Climate Movement, Ella Barry and Avery Martin. ILYCM is responsible for the climate strikes all across Illinois, but they also collaborate with other organizations on events, often representing the youth voice of the movement. Chloe and...
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Ammi Borenstein: Outdoor Apparel, Higg Index and Sustainable Business
It’s no surprise that the majority of businesses aren’t sustainable, but as climate change becomes a topic at the forefront of decision making around the globe, this is set to change. This episode features Ammi Borenstein, Founder of Snaplinc Consulting, Higg Index pioneer, and expert in the...
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Route Del Sol: Van Life, Renewable Energy and Transportation
Tune into this episode where Chloe and Georgia chat with the Founder of Route Del Sol, who is currently traveling from Alaska to Argentina in a solar powered van! Harnessing the power of photovoltaic energy to travel across the Americas, Joel is well-versed in the ups and downs of renewable…
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Sophia Kianni: Climate Cardinals & The UN Secretary-General's Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change
Listen to this episode to hear the conversation that our hosts had with Sophia Kianni. In March of 2020, Sophia started an international non-profit, Climate Cardinals, which makes the climate movement more accessible to all. They do this by translating climate information, and to date they have...
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Jordan Williams: Untold Magazine, Journalism & Perspectives
Today we spoke with Jordan Williams, junior in high school from Chicago, Illinois and Founder of Untold Magazine. Untold aims to give an inside look into the lives of young adults, and through sharing these stories they hope to inspire readers, provide a voice for the voiceless, and be a catalyst...
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Ava Hedeker: F(earth)er Magazine and Interdisciplinary Environmental Education
In today's episode, we spoke with Ava Hedeker, Founder & Editor-In-Chief of F(earth)er Magazine. F(earth)er focusses on interdisciplinary environmentalism, and allows youth to discover and write about the intersections between their passions and sustainability. Currently used by 24 schools and...
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Graeme Phillips: Youth Activist, Campaign Worker and Founder of Chicago Socrates
Join our hosts as they interview their first guest: Graeme Phillips. Graeme is an 18 year old Filipino-American activist from Chicago. His journey in politics began at age 14 and he has since gained experience through internships, trips abroad and working on campaigns. Most recently, he founded...
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A Chat With ECI's Founders
Before we get on to interviewing other people, it's time to get to know our hosts: Chloe Young and Georgia Scarr, Founders of Eco Circle International. Listen to this episode to hear about the ups and downs they faced getting to where they are now, what ECI is currently doing and where they are...
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Today we are faced with the daunting reality of the environmental crises. But together, we can solve it. One action, one conversation, one insight at a time. Join Chloe Young and Georgia Scarr, environmentalists from the youth led non-profit Eco Circle International, along with other globally influential figures, as they unpack the intersections of climate change, human rights, economics, and more.
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