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Sustainability Explored
by Sustainability Explored
This is a podcast on sustainability and innovations in business and economy, a great place to learn more about sustainability across industries.We invite professionals working on the implementation of innovative sustainable solutions for the future - to explore circularity and resilience, corporate social responsibility, leadership and culture, impact investment and so on, and give some guidance on how to actually implement sustainability in business.
Episodes
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Fresh start // new twist // new format
It's been one year since you last heard from me, I am happy to be back! Carefully starting the new chapter of the podcast, please forgive if I lost the habit of podcasting :) In this episode: - personal, professional, and podcast news; - coaching and mentoring as a new stream of my work; -...
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Fashion for Change! Interview with Justina Lizikevičiūtė and Roman Lobas
Justina Lizikevičiūtė and Roman Lobas, experts in innovation and sustainability from Katalista Ventures join this episode to discuss the sustainable development in fashion industry and present a promising initiative Fashion for Change. The project is led by the international organizations engaged...
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Sustainability Explored is back with new season #9 and few important updates.
After extended vacations, Sustainability Explored is back! The podcast enters a new season, #9, with important updates. The founder of the podcast, Anna Bellatig, embarks on a new adventure in sustainability and management . By means of this news, Anna passes the role of a podcast host to one of...
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Solar Simplified: Revolution in Renewable Energy Distribution, with Aviv Shalgi
Today we have Aviv Shalgi, a Co-Founder and CEO of Solar Simplified where he is Revolutionizing the way solar energy is distributed, bringing it to the masses... Stay with us to learn a ton about green/ alternative energy production, distribution, and pricing. Enjoy the episode! Aviv's LinkedIn:...
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Sustainable sidekicks for environmental behavior change, with Livvy Drake
Today we have Livvy Drake, the driver of environmental behavior change in organizations across the UK. We will discuss practical steps of bringing more environmental awareness to the masses, and dealing with tricky cases. Livvy works with businesses, events, and green champions to achieve their...
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Lifecycle Revive: Medical Textile Recycling, with Andy Straisfeld
Masks, gloves, and other sorts of medical waste created in unprecedented amounts since early 2020 and throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic create a massive environmental and social burden globally. What's the solution? Andy Straisfeld from Lifecycle Revive has an answer and a perfectly…
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SwagCycle: Upcycling of Branded Merchandise, with Ben Grossman
When companies rebrand or get acquired, branded merchandise with outdated logos and mottos often end up in a landfill before their actual material life is over. This is a very concerning and sad issue for the environment. Ben Grossman mobilized the resources of the 4th generation family business…
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The Infinite Recyclability of Metals, with Jenny Wassenaar from Trivium Packaging
Today, we are discussing metal packaging, how the work of VP Sustainability at a big company like Trivium Packaging looks like, the systemic collaboration of infrastructures in different industries such as packaging and recycling, Trivium's long-term Climate Change Commitment and many more. Enjoy...
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How Norway leads the Race to Electrify, with Hege Barnes from Innovation Norway
In this episode with Hege Barnes, Regional Director Americas at Innovation Norway, we are talking about the Race to Electrify, how Norway innovates the world daring to dream, successful EV use cases like the first fully electric container ship, Green Shipping Program, and tips to achieve business...
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The Corona Chronicles: Envisioning a New Normal for Regeneration and Thriving with Ralph Thurm
In this special episode, we discuss with Ralph Thurm, a Co-Founder r3.0 Redesign for Resilience and Regeneration, Managing Director OnCommons gGmbH, Founder & Managing Director of A|HEAD|ahead, and the author of the 'The Corona Chronicles - Envisioning a New Normal for Regeneration and Thriving'…
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Earth Day Special with Prof. Maurie Cohen
On this special day, Earth Day of 2021, we are looking 30 years back at what has been achieved in terms of sustainable development since Rio-1992, how sustainable consumption developed over the years and what lead to the relatively recent shift towards minimalism and zero-waste movement. We speak...
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Digital Fashion 101 with Krista Jantti
In this episode, we are talking with Krista Jantti, a design consultant focused on XR, AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies, about the future and the present of digital fashion and how it could help save natural resources when digital clothes could fulfill the needs of getting something new and...
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The Role Non-Profits Play in Advancing Sustainability with Gaëlle Mogli @ConnectAID
In today's episode, we are talking with Gaëlle Mogli, the founder of ConnectAID - the platform helping NGOs become visible and plant the 'seeds of sustainability' around the world. We are talking about passion for humanitarian work and how to unite a massive community of helpers and givers...
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News ⚡: Sustainability Career course is live 💫💫💫
This is a bonus news-sharing episode - my audio course called How to Build Your Career in Sustainability is finally live on Listenable! Enjoy it :) To listen to the course: https://listenable.io/web/courses/393/ To book a 1-on-1 career consultation:...
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How to Prepare for Natural Disasters, with George Siegal, the author of The Last House Standing movie
In this episode, we are talking to George Siegal, the director of The Last House Standing movie, about documentary filmmaking, natural disasters, the role of insurance companies, legislation and regulatory requirements for housing, the ways to protect oneself from natural disasters, climate...
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Interior Design Done Sustainably, with Marcy Garcia from MG Design Lab
In this episode, we are talking to Marcy Garcia, creative director and owner of The MG Design Lab, about interior design that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also toxins and chemicals-free, healthy, comfortable, and sustainable to the highest possible extent. Marcy shares her personal…
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The Role of Data and Futurism in Sustainability, with Tim Panagos from Microshare.io
In today's episode, we learn what empowering opportunities data, AI, the Internet-of-Things, and the future itself has in store for us. Anna talks to Tim Panagos, the CTO of Microshare.io, about the vast opportunities the data provides to solve real-life problems, including the risks associated...
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How to Make a Company Climate Positive with Jack Kennedy from Dodo
What's the difference between climate positivity and climate neutrality? How the company's carbon footprint is calculated and how accurate the algorithm is? What are the ways of carbon offsetting beyond tree planting? All of these (and other) questions are answered by Jack Kennedy, co-founder of...
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Growth Reinvented: Turn Your Data and Artificial Intelligence Into Money' by Mika Ruokonen_book review February
For my February self-imposed reading challenge, I chose "Growth Reinvented: Turn Your Data and Artificial Intelligence Into Money" by Mika Ruokonen. Drawing on dozens of real-life case studies and existing company examples, it provides a practical step-by-step guide for companies looking to…
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Environmental Communication with Andjela Djuraskovic
In this episode, we are talking with Andjela Djuraskovic, "a versatile eco enthusiast with a background in social sciences", an Environmental Activist and Environmental Communication Specialist, also she is the Founder of "Eko Korijen" publishing & consulting in Montenegro. Andjela created the...
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Zero-waste Lifestyle: Start Where You Are, with Callee Ackland
Callee Ackland, the owner of two zero-waste businesses, shares tips & tricks on how to start living a zero-waste lifestyle stress-free. Learn more at annachashchyna.com
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Climate-positive Bamboo Building, with Troy Carter from RIZOME
From this episode you will learn how RIZOME is scaling engineered bamboo lumber into primary global construction material, planting one of the largest carbon sequestration projects on the planet, and building the first climate-positive cities and buildings. Find the show notes at…
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How to create nourishing spaces using sustainable design? With Susan Inglis from Sustainable Furnishings Council
Tune in to learn the story behind Sustainable Furnishings Council and its #JustOne campaign aimed at creating more sustainable, nourishing spaces. Today with us we have Susan Inglis, the Executive Director of the Sustainable Furnishings Council, an organization that promotes and secures a...
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Crawly Composters: Worm Away Your Organic Waste, with Cathy Nesbitt
Join us for an exciting interview on indoor organic waste composting and the special role worms play in it! Cathy Nesbitt, our guest today, is a Worm Advocate and Founder of Cathy's Crawly Composters (established in 2002!). She is on a mission to put worms in every living space. She believes…
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The Personal MBA. Master the Art of Business_book review January
For my January self-imposed reading challenge, I chose 'The Personal MBA. Master the Art of Business' by Josh Kaufman. Here is what the author says: The Personal MBA is designed to help learn the art of business on your own terms. Instead of mortgaging your life to go to business school, it’s...
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Healthy & sustainable built-in environments, with April Elaine Powell
Tune in to learn today about sustainable interior and identity design, furniture design, sourcing, idea generation, and business strategy for the wellness, retail, and hospitality industries. Listen to April Powell, the founder & creative director of ID.+Collective, speak about the innovative and...
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Andeana Hats - Local Peruvian Sustainable Hats Brand, with Laura Grier
Dive into this episode to hear the vibe of the Peruvian artisanal art of hats & weavings creation. The authentic and very inspiring approach of the Andeana Hats' co-founder, Laura Grier, will not leave you indifferent and will make you wonder about indigenous cultures, women empowerment, local...
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Declutter Your Way to Peace of Mind, with Julie Coraccio
As an eco-organizer and professional declutterer, Julia teaches people to be sustainable when decluttering and when organizing. This episode is full of VERY applicable advice on how to lift the weight off your life via just focusing on the one first step you can do today to get organized and…
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Sustainable Cultures & Awakened Capitalism, with Catherine Bell from The Awakened Company
Today, we’re joined by Catherine Bell to discuss the relentless pursuit of more and healthy sustainable corporate cultures and awakened capitalism as a way to alter, quantify, and improve sustainability efforts. We’ll see how culture empowers anything from the individual self to organizations and...
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Bonus_Plans & Ideas for 2021 💫💫💫
2020 was a blast - through this podcast it taught me consistency and discipline, opened my eyes to the diversity of this world via interviews with guests and chats with our listeners, it taught me to delegate - we grew the team at first and then reduced it again to only 2 people. This podcast...
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Sustainability Predictions for 2021, with Gro Dyrnes from Innovation Norway
In today’s episode, Gro Dyrnes, Regional Director Americas at Innovation Norway, offers us a sneak peek at the ideas, predictions, and expectations about the upcoming 2021. This is the last episode of 2020 - and we tried to make it special and truly worth listening to. What you'll learn: - the...
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Digital Branding for Sustainable Businesses, with Eric Ressler from Cosmic, A Social Impact Creative Agency
In today’s episode, Eric Ressler shares the secrets of digital branding for sustainability. As the founder and creative director at Cosmic, A social Impact Creative Agency, Eric helps truly eco-friendly businesses to enhance their positive social impact and spark real-world change using...
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Sustainability Certification for SMEs, with David Goodman from Edenark Group
In this episode, David Goodman, CEO and President of the Edenark Group, talks about the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of adjusting environmental management systems within small, and mid-sized companies. By doing what is best for the world and its people, it’s very likely for sales to improve as well. Today…
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Digital Carbon Footprint & How to Measure It. Interview with Frank Meehan from Equilibrium World
Today, we're joined by Frank Meehan to discuss the importance of using digital measuring tools and reporting as ways to quantify and share the results of economic activities and sustainability efforts. We’ll see how data empowers anything from climate change mitigation to food security, and…
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Vertical farming for food sustainability: the case of Eden Green Technology, with Eddy Badrina
Eddy Badrina joins us today for an exciting conversation on the role played by vertical farming to food sustainability. With advanced greenhouse technologies and a resilience-focused mindset, we can produce local and nutritious products, such as greens and herbs, that will feed the world as…
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The future of packaging? (K)NOT Plastic! with Ry Russell
Today, we're joined by Ry Russell from Knot Plastic™ to learn about how we can replace plastics in our current lifestyle with innovative materials that are safer for our families and the planet. Did you know that with the technology innovations and resources available today we can effectively...
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From recycled furniture to a better planetary footprint: the case of Van de Sant, with Robert Milder
In today's short and snappy episode, we talk to Robert Milder, designer and environmentalist, about the transition to a circular design, recycled materials, and sustainable processes in the furniture industry. At a time when the appetite for eco-friendly products is rising, furniture has been...
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Sustainability through the economic & political lens, with Noel Bagwell from The Honest Lawyer Podcast
Join us on a new-style episode with Noel Bagwell as we peel the onion around the economics and politics of sustainability. In just about an hour and a half, we scan through a lot of difficult questions on our grandest sustainability and development challenges, such as “Should we regulate...
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Innovative ways circular asset management drives sustainability, with Noreen Kam from LUP Global
Today, we're joined by Noreen Kam to discuss the intricacies of circular asset management and its importance in driving sustainability. We start by learning how Noreen found a unique opportunity to drive the circular economy within logistics: prolonging the life cycle of assets. The “disposable...
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Environment as a victim of war & armed conflicts, with Nikolai Denisov, Zoï Environment Network, consultant to the OSCE, the UN & other organizations
Join us today for an unusual, yet exciting episode on a multidimensional topic: the intersection of environmental protection and conflict mitigation. Together with expert Nikolai Denisov, we explore the hidden impact of war and conflict on the environment to raise awareness about the importance…
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Hop in on the Slow Fashion Bus, with Olesya Lane
Join today's conversation with Olesya Lane, one of the most joyful creatives we've met, who will introduce you to the world of sowing, mending, and upcycling clothes for a better planetary footprint. Fast fashion finds its nemesis in the conscious movement of slow fashion, an alternative that...
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Fueling sustainable change one fuel at a time, with Twyla Dell
Today, Twyla Dell delights us with a conversation about the history and future of sustainability based on the clean energy transition. Fuel is a core driver of not only human progress, but also of our planet's resilience. As it turns out, the way we used fuel in the past threatens to burn our...
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Humans & nature: what do we gain from connecting with nature? With Elliot Connor from Human Nature Project
Join us today for an eye-opening conversation on the human-nature connection together with young ecologist Elliot Connor. As we begin to break the barriers that we built between ourselves and nature, we learn to appreciate the accumulated wisdom of the creatures around us and the many…
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How to Lead Sustainably? With Trista Bridges
Join us today for an exclusive episode with Trista Bridges, author of “Leading Sustainably” on the importance and challenges of driving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across sectors. Sustainability takes a team effort: governments need to guide policy systems; businesses must take...
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Resource Efficiency for Business - How to Reduce Costs & Environmental Footprints with Patricio Gonzalez Morel
In today's episode, we turn the belief that sustainability is costly on its head as we discuss with Patricio Gonzalez Morel about the enormous potential for profitability of resource efficiency. Transforming energy use and reducing input materials can help businesses recover their investments up…
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Indigenous rights, identity, and spirituality vs. mining activities in Guinea. Interview with Bintou Camara
Our discussion today with Bintou Camara is filled with precious insights about the urgent sustainability issues faced by indigenous communities in Guinea, West Africa. Every day, these vulnerable groups confront the dangers posed to their social, economical, and spiritual lives by the mining...
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The Cradle to Cradle Certification Explained, with Aglaia Gomez from EcoIntelligentGrowth
Today we debunk the most interesting aspects of the Cradle to Cradle Certification™ for more sustainable products together with Aglaia Gomez from EcointelligentGrowth. To prepare for the radical uncertainty ahead, as well as comply with regulation, companies can truly benefit from getting their...
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How to Communicate Sustainability Effectively with Erica Larson from Pixel Power
Join us today, as we discuss with Erica Larson about the art & science of branding and marketing sustainability. It's new, yet it's a hot topic that will only get more traction as brands expand their role in society and need to communicate their global footprint. Erica shares insights from her...
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Eco-feminism: How Human and Environmental Rights Are Interconnected. Interview with Mirishahe Syla from Kosovo Center for Counseling, Social Services, and Research
In today's episode, together with Mirishahe Syla, we take the concepts of feminism, gender equality, and environmental justice and discuss their numerous facets and inevitable interconnection. Born out the same faulty system, social and environmental injustice are causing toxic hierarchization,...
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Design with Sustainability in Mind. Interview with Aya Ulan
Today, we're excited to be joined by Aya Ulan in a conversation about sustainable design. Step by step, we dive into the principles of the circular design, including product durability and reparability, as well as how these fit our current needs to reduce waste and pollution. Circular design...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a podcast on sustainability and innovations in business and economy, a great place to learn more about sustainability across industries.We invite professionals working on the implementation of innovative sustainable solutions for the future - to explore circularity and resilience, corporate social responsibility, leadership and culture, impact investment and so on, and give some guidance on how to actually implement sustainability in business.
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