60 acast.com Solve For Nature https://verdantgrowth.blog/ en Verdant Growth Verdant Growth Solve For Nature brings you real conversations with the people reshaping our world for a sustainable future — uncovering ideas, inspiration, and simple steps to help you live healthier, happier, and more connected.

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]]> true Verdant Growth info+65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5@mg-eu.acast.com 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 solvefornature https://anchor.fm/s/48c45e1c/podcast/rss episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5/show-cover.jpg https://verdantgrowth.blog/ Solve For Nature https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 70612370-3694-11f1-abd1-b7caf214ff00 The Hidden Science Behind Habitat Restoration w/ Holly Latteman The Hidden Science Behind Habitat Restoration w/ Holly Latteman Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:47:29 GMT 50:59 69dc5a5caf4db69e0dd3519f false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-hidden-science-behind-habitat-restoration-w-holly-lattem 69dc5a5caf4db69e0dd3519f 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-hidden-science-behind-habitat-restoration-w-holly-lattem full 90 Holly Latteman is an environmental scientist and conservation leader serving as Director of Science and Research at The Dawes Arboretum, where she oversees native seed collection, living collections, and the Advanced Training Program for emerging conservationists. With a background spanning zoology, anthropology, and environmental studies — and research ranging from black vulture behavior to avian ecology and habitat restoration — Holly brings both scientific depth and a passion for making conservation accessible to the public.


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]]> Holly Latteman is an environmental scientist and conservation leader serving as Director of Science and Research at The Dawes Arboretum, where she oversees native seed collection, living collections, and the Advanced Training Program for emerging conservationists. With a background spanning zoology, anthropology, and environmental studies — and research ranging from black vulture behavior to avian ecology and habitat restoration — Holly brings both scientific depth and a passion for making conservation accessible to the public.


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]]> The Plastics Paradox w/ Chris DeArmitt The Plastics Paradox w/ Chris DeArmitt Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT 52:15 69cb908092d007a76556bae6 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-plastics-paradox-w-chris-dearmitt 69cb908092d007a76556bae6 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-plastics-paradox-w-chris-dearmitt full 89 What if the story we’ve been told about plastic is incomplete—or even backward?


In this episode, I sit down with Chris DeArmitt, an independent polymer and environmental scientist, keynote speaker, and founder of the Plastics Research Council. After reading thousands of peer-reviewed studies without funding, Chris has made it his mission to translate complex science into clear, practical guidance. Author of The Plastics Paradox and Shattering the Plastic Illusion, he challenges popular narratives around microplastics, ocean garbage patches, and eco-labels—inviting us to look at the data first and focus on actions that truly reduce environmental harm.



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In this episode, I sit down with Chris DeArmitt, an independent polymer and environmental scientist, keynote speaker, and founder of the Plastics Research Council. After reading thousands of peer-reviewed studies without funding, Chris has made it his mission to translate complex science into clear, practical guidance. Author of The Plastics Paradox and Shattering the Plastic Illusion, he challenges popular narratives around microplastics, ocean garbage patches, and eco-labels—inviting us to look at the data first and focus on actions that truly reduce environmental harm.



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]]> Scaling Regenerative Farming w/ Pat Maher Scaling Regenerative Farming w/ Pat Maher Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT 48:53 69b7c5ef0e4c6e73202a59f1 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/scaling-regenerative-farming-w-pat-maher 69b7c5ef0e4c6e73202a59f1 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 scaling-regenerative-farming-w-pat-maher full 88 Pat Maher is the CEO of Atkins Ranch, the New Zealand-based collective of over 100 family farms producing 100% grass-fed, pasture-raised lamb for premium markets in the U.S. and Canada. Under his leadership, the company champions regenerative agriculture with third-party verification that promotes soil and ecosystem health while strengthening animal welfare and farm viability. Maher focuses on building high standards in regenerative practices and collaborative, respectful relationships with farmers that honor land stewardship and animal care.


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]]> Pat Maher is the CEO of Atkins Ranch, the New Zealand-based collective of over 100 family farms producing 100% grass-fed, pasture-raised lamb for premium markets in the U.S. and Canada. Under his leadership, the company champions regenerative agriculture with third-party verification that promotes soil and ecosystem health while strengthening animal welfare and farm viability. Maher focuses on building high standards in regenerative practices and collaborative, respectful relationships with farmers that honor land stewardship and animal care.


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]]> The Way to World Peace w/ Ken Callison The Way to World Peace w/ Ken Callison Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT 58:17 69a64794864e4f4dbec8d2fd false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-way-to-world-peace-w-ken-callison 69a64794864e4f4dbec8d2fd 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-way-to-world-peace-w-ken-callison full 87 Ken Callison is an entrepreneur, researcher, and author of the new book The Way to World Peace: An Idea Whose Time Has Come. 

Written in a moment of rising geopolitical tension, nuclear risk, and environmental instability, the book reframes world peace not as a lofty ideal but as a practical and necessary step for human survival. Ken has spent decades studying humanity’s future, including conducting a nationally published survey on nuclear war later cited by Carl Sagan. In his work, he argues that violence is learned — driven by fear and systems — and therefore can be unlearned. The book also serves as the foundation for A Time for Humanity™, a nonprofit focused on advancing global peace through education and collective action. Today we’ll explore why peace is no longer optional, what’s broken in our current deterrence-based systems, and what it would take to chart a new path forward.


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Written in a moment of rising geopolitical tension, nuclear risk, and environmental instability, the book reframes world peace not as a lofty ideal but as a practical and necessary step for human survival. Ken has spent decades studying humanity’s future, including conducting a nationally published survey on nuclear war later cited by Carl Sagan. In his work, he argues that violence is learned — driven by fear and systems — and therefore can be unlearned. The book also serves as the foundation for A Time for Humanity™, a nonprofit focused on advancing global peace through education and collective action. Today we’ll explore why peace is no longer optional, what’s broken in our current deterrence-based systems, and what it would take to chart a new path forward.


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]]> The Nature Embedded Mind w/ Julie Brams The Nature Embedded Mind w/ Julie Brams Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT 1:02:06 698d6fd45d2bf63a6d7e7602 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-nature-embedded-mind-w-julie-brams 698d6fd45d2bf63a6d7e7602 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-nature-embedded-mind-w-julie-brams full 86 Julie Brams is an Earth-centered psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and author of The Nature Embedded Mind: How the Way We Think Can Heal Our Planet and Ourselves. Her work sits at the intersection of psychology, ecology, and social justice, exploring how our deep sense of separation from nature affects both personal well-being and collective health. Drawing from clinical practice, scientific research, and lived experience, Julie challenges Western psychology’s assumptions and invites a new foundation for mental health—one rooted in reconnecting with Earth and remembering that we are not separate from nature, but embedded within it.



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]]> Julie Brams is an Earth-centered psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and author of The Nature Embedded Mind: How the Way We Think Can Heal Our Planet and Ourselves. Her work sits at the intersection of psychology, ecology, and social justice, exploring how our deep sense of separation from nature affects both personal well-being and collective health. Drawing from clinical practice, scientific research, and lived experience, Julie challenges Western psychology’s assumptions and invites a new foundation for mental health—one rooted in reconnecting with Earth and remembering that we are not separate from nature, but embedded within it.



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]]> Solo Episode: The Start of Solo Content! Solo Episode: The Start of Solo Content! Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:50:27 GMT 13:11 6983a3041976ad1237eb97e8 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/solo-episode-the-start-of-solo-content 6983a3041976ad1237eb97e8 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 solo-episode-the-start-of-solo-content full 85 In this solo episode, Eugene steps out from behind the interview mic to reflect on where Solve for Nature has been—and where it’s going next. He shares why sustainability often feels like “suffering,” why that framing misses the point, and how real, lasting change starts with values, not checklists. This episode marks the beginning of a more personal chapter for the podcast—one focused on mindset, meaning, and finding a path to sustainability that actually feels good. If you’ve ever struggled to stay motivated, this one’s for you.


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]]> In this solo episode, Eugene steps out from behind the interview mic to reflect on where Solve for Nature has been—and where it’s going next. He shares why sustainability often feels like “suffering,” why that framing misses the point, and how real, lasting change starts with values, not checklists. This episode marks the beginning of a more personal chapter for the podcast—one focused on mindset, meaning, and finding a path to sustainability that actually feels good. If you’ve ever struggled to stay motivated, this one’s for you.


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]]> 12 Universal Laws of Nature w/ Matthieu Mehuys 12 Universal Laws of Nature w/ Matthieu Mehuys Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:44:22 GMT 53:03 6970cf892c9b0cd88acd0d85 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/12-universal-laws-of-nature-w-matthieu-mehuys 6970cf892c9b0cd88acd0d85 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 12-universal-laws-of-nature-w-matthieu-mehuys full 84 Today I’m thrilled to welcome Matthieu Mehuys, Belgian-born landscape architect, regenerative garden designer, award-winning author, and an inspiring voice in practical ecological living.


Raised on a farm and trained in landscape design, Matthieu has spent years helping everyday people transform their yards into thriving, biodiverse ecosystems that save time, nurture health, and heal the planet, one backyard at a time. From smart, time-saving gardening techniques for beginners to simple ways we can all make a meaningful environmental impact—whether by restoring soil health, attracting pollinators, or growing food that fuels our bodies and our families—Matthieu’s insights are a treasure trove for anyone who wants to live closer to nature. In this episode, we’ll explore how growing your own food can boost your wellbeing, how to create a healthy environment for your loved ones, and the secrets most people don’t talk about but need to know. Matthieu just launched his award-winning book 12 Universal Laws of Nature – How To Use Your Land To Its Full Potential, and together we’re digging into the wisdom that turns land into legacy.


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Raised on a farm and trained in landscape design, Matthieu has spent years helping everyday people transform their yards into thriving, biodiverse ecosystems that save time, nurture health, and heal the planet, one backyard at a time. From smart, time-saving gardening techniques for beginners to simple ways we can all make a meaningful environmental impact—whether by restoring soil health, attracting pollinators, or growing food that fuels our bodies and our families—Matthieu’s insights are a treasure trove for anyone who wants to live closer to nature. In this episode, we’ll explore how growing your own food can boost your wellbeing, how to create a healthy environment for your loved ones, and the secrets most people don’t talk about but need to know. Matthieu just launched his award-winning book 12 Universal Laws of Nature – How To Use Your Land To Its Full Potential, and together we’re digging into the wisdom that turns land into legacy.


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]]> ROAM w/ Hillary Rosner ROAM w/ Hillary Rosner Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT 46:53 693a15246957d1e1815691a7 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/roam-w-hillary-rosner 693a15246957d1e1815691a7 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 roam-w-hillary-rosner full 83 Hillary Rosner is an award-winning science journalist whose work has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Atlantic. Her new book, ROAM: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World, explores how roads, fences, and cities have fragmented the planet—and how reconnecting habitats could help heal both wildlife and humanity.



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]]> Hillary Rosner is an award-winning science journalist whose work has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Atlantic. Her new book, ROAM: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World, explores how roads, fences, and cities have fragmented the planet—and how reconnecting habitats could help heal both wildlife and humanity.



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]]> Follow-Up w/ Tamara Dean Follow-Up w/ Tamara Dean Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:07:01 GMT 31:13 691e757b8f2dd34e467dccfa false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/follow-up-w-tamara-dean 691e757b8f2dd34e467dccfa 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 follow-up-w-tamara-dean full 82 Author and essayist Tamara Dean rejoins us for a special follow-up to her first Solve for Nature episode. Last time, her reflections on resilience, the Driftless landscape, and her book Shelter and Storm led to a challenge centered on citizen science. Today, she shares how that challenge unfolded—from the frustrations, to the unexpected joy, to the renewed sense of purpose she found knee-deep in Wisconsin’s rivers. It’s a powerful reminder of how personal action brings us closer to the natural world.


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]]> Author and essayist Tamara Dean rejoins us for a special follow-up to her first Solve for Nature episode. Last time, her reflections on resilience, the Driftless landscape, and her book Shelter and Storm led to a challenge centered on citizen science. Today, she shares how that challenge unfolded—from the frustrations, to the unexpected joy, to the renewed sense of purpose she found knee-deep in Wisconsin’s rivers. It’s a powerful reminder of how personal action brings us closer to the natural world.


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]]> 100 Years to Extinction w/ Peter Solomon 100 Years to Extinction w/ Peter Solomon Sun, 16 Nov 2025 08:58:43 GMT 37:38 68f791b18125b849f8141814 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/100-years-to-extinction 68f791b18125b849f8141814 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 100-years-to-extinction full 81 What if Stephen Hawking was right—that humanity has less than 100 years left? Physicist and tech entrepreneur Peter Solomon, Ph.D., believes the clock is ticking. With five existential threats accelerating—AI, climate change, genetic engineering, nuclear risk, and social media manipulation—he’s using science and storytelling to wake us up. His new novel 100 Years to Extinction paints a future we must avoid—and shows how we can still change course.


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]]> What if Stephen Hawking was right—that humanity has less than 100 years left? Physicist and tech entrepreneur Peter Solomon, Ph.D., believes the clock is ticking. With five existential threats accelerating—AI, climate change, genetic engineering, nuclear risk, and social media manipulation—he’s using science and storytelling to wake us up. His new novel 100 Years to Extinction paints a future we must avoid—and shows how we can still change course.


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]]> Feed Us with Trees w/ Elspeth Hay Feed Us with Trees w/ Elspeth Hay Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:51:08 GMT 45:10 68e0c9215f95c3d419aae551 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/feed-us-with-trees-w-elspeth-hay 68e0c9215f95c3d419aae551 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 feed-us-with-trees-w-elspeth-hay full 80 Elspeth Hay is a writer and food systems thinker who’s inviting us to radically rethink how we grow our food. In her book Feed Us with Trees, she uncovers a forgotten story—one in which humans once thrived by cultivating staple foods like acorns, chestnuts, and hazelnuts in forest gardens rather than plowed fields. Through conversations with Indigenous knowledge-keepers, scientists, nut growers, and food professionals, Hay reveals how these perennial tree crops not only nourish us but also heal the land. Her work is a hopeful, eye-opening look at our ecological role as humans and a compelling call to imagine a more abundant, resilient, and sustainable food future.


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]]> Elspeth Hay is a writer and food systems thinker who’s inviting us to radically rethink how we grow our food. In her book Feed Us with Trees, she uncovers a forgotten story—one in which humans once thrived by cultivating staple foods like acorns, chestnuts, and hazelnuts in forest gardens rather than plowed fields. Through conversations with Indigenous knowledge-keepers, scientists, nut growers, and food professionals, Hay reveals how these perennial tree crops not only nourish us but also heal the land. Her work is a hopeful, eye-opening look at our ecological role as humans and a compelling call to imagine a more abundant, resilient, and sustainable food future.


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]]> Flying Lead Change w/ Kelly Wendorf Flying Lead Change w/ Kelly Wendorf Tue, 16 Sep 2025 03:22:40 GMT 45:39 68c5592544d0096b87eb7a7a false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/flying-lead-change-w-kelly-wendorf 68c5592544d0096b87eb7a7a 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 flying-lead-change-w-kelly-wendorf full 79 Kelly Wendorf is a leadership teacher, coach, and author of Flying Lead Change: 56 Million Years of Wisdom for Leading and Living. Drawing on indigenous teachings, neuroscience, and the wisdom of horses, she offers a nature-based approach to leadership that fosters connection, care, and resilience. Wendorf guides leaders—whether in workplaces, families, or communities—to “lead from behind,” creating safety, presence, and harmony while embracing our wild, authentic selves. Her work inspires a profound reimagining of how we live, love, and lead in a rapidly changing world.


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]]> Kelly Wendorf is a leadership teacher, coach, and author of Flying Lead Change: 56 Million Years of Wisdom for Leading and Living. Drawing on indigenous teachings, neuroscience, and the wisdom of horses, she offers a nature-based approach to leadership that fosters connection, care, and resilience. Wendorf guides leaders—whether in workplaces, families, or communities—to “lead from behind,” creating safety, presence, and harmony while embracing our wild, authentic selves. Her work inspires a profound reimagining of how we live, love, and lead in a rapidly changing world.


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]]> Entwined w/ Bridget A. Lyons Entwined w/ Bridget A. Lyons Tue, 09 Sep 2025 03:15:15 GMT 49:53 68b7aba67450e0cb412d8c42 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/entwined-w-bridgetalyons 68b7aba67450e0cb412d8c42 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 entwined-w-bridgetalyons full 78 Bridget A. Lyons is a writer, artist, and explorer whose new book Entwined: Dispatches from the Intersection of Species takes readers on a journey into the wisdom of the more-than-human world. Blending memoir, science, and travelogue, Lyons explores what octopuses, owls, kelp, stingrays, and countless other beings can teach us about resilience, relationships, and living in harmony with our planet. From the beaches of Santa Cruz to the mountains of Switzerland, she invites us to see inherent value in all living things and to reflect on what it truly means to share the Earth.


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]]> Bridget A. Lyons is a writer, artist, and explorer whose new book Entwined: Dispatches from the Intersection of Species takes readers on a journey into the wisdom of the more-than-human world. Blending memoir, science, and travelogue, Lyons explores what octopuses, owls, kelp, stingrays, and countless other beings can teach us about resilience, relationships, and living in harmony with our planet. From the beaches of Santa Cruz to the mountains of Switzerland, she invites us to see inherent value in all living things and to reflect on what it truly means to share the Earth.


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]]> Wildfire Days w/ Kelly Ramsey Wildfire Days w/ Kelly Ramsey Sun, 24 Aug 2025 02:09:41 GMT 48:59 68a2c896e19a4396a08b7373 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/wildfire-days-w-kelly-ramsey 68a2c896e19a4396a08b7373 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 wildfire-days-w-kelly-ramsey full 77 Kelly Ramsey is a former wildland firefighter and debut author of Wildfire Days, a gripping memoir about her time as the only woman on an elite hotshot crew battling megafires in California. With raw honesty, she shares the physical, emotional, and cultural toll of life on the fireline—and what it reveals about a West increasingly shaped by climate-fueled disaster.


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]]> Kelly Ramsey is a former wildland firefighter and debut author of Wildfire Days, a gripping memoir about her time as the only woman on an elite hotshot crew battling megafires in California. With raw honesty, she shares the physical, emotional, and cultural toll of life on the fireline—and what it reveals about a West increasingly shaped by climate-fueled disaster.


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]]> Regenerating Earth w/ Kelsey Timmerman Regenerating Earth w/ Kelsey Timmerman Thu, 07 Aug 2025 03:36:08 GMT 52:49 688c2dfec6d705dd3a772ca5 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/regenerating-earth-w-kelsey-timmerman 688c2dfec6d705dd3a772ca5 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 regenerating-earth-w-kelsey-timmerman full 76 Kelsey Timmerman is a New York Times bestselling author and globe-trotting journalist who brings big global issues down to a human scale. In his latest book, Regenerating Earth, he dives into the world of regenerative agriculture—traveling from Indiana cornfields to the Amazon rainforest—to explore how farmers and Indigenous communities are healing the planet by working with nature, not against it.


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]]> Kelsey Timmerman is a New York Times bestselling author and globe-trotting journalist who brings big global issues down to a human scale. In his latest book, Regenerating Earth, he dives into the world of regenerative agriculture—traveling from Indiana cornfields to the Amazon rainforest—to explore how farmers and Indigenous communities are healing the planet by working with nature, not against it.


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]]> Grass Isn’t Greener w/ Danae Wolfe Grass Isn’t Greener w/ Danae Wolfe Mon, 21 Jul 2025 02:51:39 GMT 48:38 6879fa3ab3ed2deb17042883 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/tgrass-isnt-greener-w-danae-wolfe 6879fa3ab3ed2deb17042883 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 tgrass-isnt-greener-w-danae-wolfe full 75 Danae Wolfe is an award-winning conservation photographer, writer, educator, and the founder behind the @chasingbugs social media handle, focused on fostering appreciation and stewardship of backyard bugs and wildlife. Ever the pragmatic, she believes that everyone has the power to make a difference in combatting climate change and biodiversity loss. Danae was the 2022 recipient of the Garden Communicators International Emergent Communicator award, and her work has been featured in various outlets including CNN, The American Gardener magazine, and Nature Conservancy magazine. Through her community conservation initiative, Chasing Bugs, she has reached global audiences with science-based education about the importance of gardening for biodiversity and has inspired gardeners to appreciate the beauty of our natural world and embrace their role in its protection.


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]]> Danae Wolfe is an award-winning conservation photographer, writer, educator, and the founder behind the @chasingbugs social media handle, focused on fostering appreciation and stewardship of backyard bugs and wildlife. Ever the pragmatic, she believes that everyone has the power to make a difference in combatting climate change and biodiversity loss. Danae was the 2022 recipient of the Garden Communicators International Emergent Communicator award, and her work has been featured in various outlets including CNN, The American Gardener magazine, and Nature Conservancy magazine. Through her community conservation initiative, Chasing Bugs, she has reached global audiences with science-based education about the importance of gardening for biodiversity and has inspired gardeners to appreciate the beauty of our natural world and embrace their role in its protection.


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]]> Learning for a Resilient Future w/ Pavel Cenkl Learning for a Resilient Future w/ Pavel Cenkl Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:09:19 GMT 48:30 6855253f8d560ebfbbd604ca false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/learning-for-a-resilient-future-w-pavel-cenkl 6855253f8d560ebfbbd604ca 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 learning-for-a-resilient-future-w-pavel-cenkl full 74 What if education wasn’t just about knowledge, but about resilience and real-world impact? Dr. Pavel Cenkl, Academic Dean at Prescott College and Founder of the Regenerative Learning Network, is rethinking how we learn, integrating regenerative design, global collaboration, and sustainability. Pavel is a leader in transformative education. He’s also an endurance athlete, using Arctic expeditions to document climate resilience. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the future of learning!


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]]> Bad Naturalist w/ Paula Whyman Bad Naturalist w/ Paula Whyman Mon, 05 May 2025 02:54:51 GMT 54:31 6817de746ac0e5213bcee169 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/bad-naturalist-w-paula-whyman 6817de746ac0e5213bcee169 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 bad-naturalist-w-paula-whyman full 73 Paula Whyman is the author of the new memoir Bad Naturalist and the award-winning short story collection You May See a Stranger. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post, The American Scholar, and numerous literary journals. In Bad Naturalist, Paula shares her often humorous and deeply honest journey of ecological restoration on 200 wild acres in the Virginia mountains — a place that challenged her assumptions, tested her patience, and taught her that nature doesn’t always follow a plan. With warmth and wit, she explores what it means to take on a monumental task before you know what you're doing — and why it’s still worth doing anyway.


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]]> Paula Whyman is the author of the new memoir Bad Naturalist and the award-winning short story collection You May See a Stranger. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post, The American Scholar, and numerous literary journals. In Bad Naturalist, Paula shares her often humorous and deeply honest journey of ecological restoration on 200 wild acres in the Virginia mountains — a place that challenged her assumptions, tested her patience, and taught her that nature doesn’t always follow a plan. With warmth and wit, she explores what it means to take on a monumental task before you know what you're doing — and why it’s still worth doing anyway.


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]]> Shelter and Storm w/ Tamara Dean Shelter and Storm w/ Tamara Dean Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:48:00 GMT 51:22 6805f82e4c1756d49cc6bf4c false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/shelter-and-storm-w-tamara-dean 6805f82e4c1756d49cc6bf4c 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 shelter-and-storm-w-tamara-dean full 72 Tamara Dean is an award-winning essayist whose work explores the intersection of nature, community, and resilience. In Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless (University of Minnesota Press, April 22, 2025), she reflects on her move to a Wisconsin farm and the lessons learned through living close to the land. Through twelve vivid essays, Dean blends science, history, and personal narrative to ask how we care for the earth, remember those who came before us, and build a future rooted in connection.


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]]> Tamara Dean is an award-winning essayist whose work explores the intersection of nature, community, and resilience. In Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless (University of Minnesota Press, April 22, 2025), she reflects on her move to a Wisconsin farm and the lessons learned through living close to the land. Through twelve vivid essays, Dean blends science, history, and personal narrative to ask how we care for the earth, remember those who came before us, and build a future rooted in connection.


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]]> Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos w/ Leah Rampy Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos w/ Leah Rampy Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:08:00 GMT 46:59 67e5193a2787df76c75a0871 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/reconnecting-amid-climate-chaos-w-leah-rampy 67e5193a2787df76c75a0871 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 reconnecting-amid-climate-chaos-w-leah-rampy full 71

Leah Rampy is a teacher, leadership consultant, and author of Earth & Soul: Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos, who combines spirituality, ecology, and storytelling to guide individuals toward a deeper connection with the natural world and a sustainable way of living.


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Leah Rampy is a teacher, leadership consultant, and author of Earth & Soul: Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos, who combines spirituality, ecology, and storytelling to guide individuals toward a deeper connection with the natural world and a sustainable way of living.


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]]> The Insect Epiphany w/ Barrett Klein The Insect Epiphany w/ Barrett Klein Fri, 14 Mar 2025 02:34:44 GMT 54:10 67d2a378638646049f67e809 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-insect-epiphany-w-barrett-klein 67d2a378638646049f67e809 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-insect-epiphany-w-barrett-klein full 70

Barrett Klein investigates mysteries of sleep in societies of insects, creates entomo-art, and is ever on the search for curious connections that bind our lives with our six-legged allies. Barrett studied entomology at Cornell University and the University of Arizona, fabricated natural history exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History, worked with honeybees for his PhD at the University of Texas at Austin, and spearheaded the Pupating Lab at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. He celebrates biodiversity and the intersection of science and art and believes fully that embracing the beauty of insects can transform our lives and our world.


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Barrett Klein investigates mysteries of sleep in societies of insects, creates entomo-art, and is ever on the search for curious connections that bind our lives with our six-legged allies. Barrett studied entomology at Cornell University and the University of Arizona, fabricated natural history exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History, worked with honeybees for his PhD at the University of Texas at Austin, and spearheaded the Pupating Lab at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. He celebrates biodiversity and the intersection of science and art and believes fully that embracing the beauty of insects can transform our lives and our world.


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]]> Bread for a Better Planet w/ Maddie Hamann Bread for a Better Planet w/ Maddie Hamann Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:19:00 GMT 38:50 67bf10173beb1d14639aaec2 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/bread-for-a-better-planet-w-maddie-hamann 67bf10173beb1d14639aaec2 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 bread-for-a-better-planet-w-maddie-hamann full 69 Maddie Hamann is the Co-Founder and Director of Marketing at PACHA Bread, where she applies her extensive scientific background to drive the company’s mission of promoting regenerative agriculture and sustainability. Maddie holds a PhD from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, but she transitioned from the field of Earth Science to marketing in order to make a direct impact on climate change through business. Her dedication to environmental sustainability is at the heart of PACHA’s marketing strategies, ensuring that the company’s values are reflected in every aspect of the brand.


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]]> Maddie Hamann is the Co-Founder and Director of Marketing at PACHA Bread, where she applies her extensive scientific background to drive the company’s mission of promoting regenerative agriculture and sustainability. Maddie holds a PhD from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, but she transitioned from the field of Earth Science to marketing in order to make a direct impact on climate change through business. Her dedication to environmental sustainability is at the heart of PACHA’s marketing strategies, ensuring that the company’s values are reflected in every aspect of the brand.


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]]> Activism Is Medicine w/ Frank Forencich Activism Is Medicine w/ Frank Forencich Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:54:45 GMT 42:41 67aec2c58fcb786175423edd false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/activism-is-medicine-w-frank-forencich 67aec2c58fcb786175423edd 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 activism-is-medicine-w-frank-forencich full 68 Frank Forencich isn’t just another voice in the conversation about health and activism—he’s a visionary thinker with the ability to inspire and motivate your audience. His deep understanding of human evolution, combined with his passion for health and activism, makes him an exceptional guest who can spark meaningful, transformative conversations. His latest book, Activism Is Medicine, Frank redefines activism as a powerful tool for building resilience, purpose, and health. His innovative approach encourages individuals to see activism not as a burden but as a pathway to personal and societal growth.


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]]> Furniture for a Healthy Home and Planet w/ L. Christina Cobb Furniture for a Healthy Home and Planet w/ L. Christina Cobb Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:45:29 GMT 49:45 67905b1422302f87e16bab7e false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/furniture-for-a-healthy-home-and-planet-w-l-christina-cobb 67905b1422302f87e16bab7e 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 furniture-for-a-healthy-home-and-planet-w-l-christina-cobb full 67 UrbisEco Home was founded to address the surprising fact that indoor air is often 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air, even in cities. This realization drove the founder, L. Christina Cobb, a sustainable living expert with a background in furniture, to spend over 10,000 hours researching the health and environmental impacts of home furnishings and earning certifications from the Sustainable Furnishings Council and the International WELL Building Institute. After identifying harmful materials and greenwashing in the industry, they created a comprehensive online guide and curated safe, stylish, and eco-friendly furniture for a family. UrbisEco Home now makes it easy for everyone to find truly sustainable, nontoxic, and beautiful furniture that aligns with their values.


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]]> Follow-Up w/ George and Amber-Rose Knight Follow-Up w/ George and Amber-Rose Knight Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:00:00 GMT 27:13 67816c75793854daae1d25e4 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/follow-up-w-george-and-amber-rose-knight 67816c75793854daae1d25e4 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 follow-up-w-george-and-amber-rose-knight full 66 It's time to see how George and Amber-Rose Knight's challenges went! For those of you who didn't listen to the first episode with George and Amber-Rose, George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.


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]]> It's time to see how George and Amber-Rose Knight's challenges went! For those of you who didn't listen to the first episode with George and Amber-Rose, George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.


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]]> No Scrap Left Behind w/ Teralyn Pilgrim No Scrap Left Behind w/ Teralyn Pilgrim Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:22:09 GMT 44:52 675948fe8396605293954a7f false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/no-scrap-left-behind-w-teralyn-pilgrim 675948fe8396605293954a7f 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 no-scrap-left-behind-w-teralyn-pilgrim full 65 Teralyn Pilgrim had no idea the environmental and economic impact of food waste, or that she could save $100 a month by living waste-free. But when a story of hungry children filled her with unbearable guilt, she decided to change the way her family approached mealtime.


In her new book, No Scrap Left Behind: My Life Without Food Waste, she tells the story of her quest to end her family’s food waste — and all the blunders that came with it. Despite finicky kids and a skeptical husband, Pilgrim turned her feelings of guilt into action and created a zero-food-waste kitchen. In No Scrap Left Behind: My Life Without Food Waste, Teralyn Pilgrim shares clever ways to upcycle leftovers, repurpose table scraps and ultimately trim the grocery bill — all while tackling the global impact of our massive food waste problem.


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]]> Teralyn Pilgrim had no idea the environmental and economic impact of food waste, or that she could save $100 a month by living waste-free. But when a story of hungry children filled her with unbearable guilt, she decided to change the way her family approached mealtime.


In her new book, No Scrap Left Behind: My Life Without Food Waste, she tells the story of her quest to end her family’s food waste — and all the blunders that came with it. Despite finicky kids and a skeptical husband, Pilgrim turned her feelings of guilt into action and created a zero-food-waste kitchen. In No Scrap Left Behind: My Life Without Food Waste, Teralyn Pilgrim shares clever ways to upcycle leftovers, repurpose table scraps and ultimately trim the grocery bill — all while tackling the global impact of our massive food waste problem.


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]]> Solving The Climate Crisis w/ John J. Berger Solving The Climate Crisis w/ John J. Berger Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:57:51 GMT 48:14 67577ad9880b7a870db64c16 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/solving-the-climate-crisis-w-john-j-berger 67577ad9880b7a870db64c16 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 solving-the-climate-crisis-w-john-j-berger full 64 John J Berger, Ph.D. is a Senior Research Fellow at The Pacific Institute and author of Solving the Climate Crisis: Frontline Reports from the Race to Save the Earth. Solving the Climate Crisis has many stories of colorful, charismatic characters, smart, cutting-edge science, new technology, brilliant engineering, clever, profitable business strategies, and it provides a roadmap to a brighter future for people and the planet. The book also describes innovative new laws and policies relevant to federal and state climate legislative agendas and offers new financing strategies to facilitate the clean-energy transformation. In addition, the book underscores the necessity of protecting democracy to ensure we retain the ability to protect the climate. 

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]]> John J Berger, Ph.D. is a Senior Research Fellow at The Pacific Institute and author of Solving the Climate Crisis: Frontline Reports from the Race to Save the Earth. Solving the Climate Crisis has many stories of colorful, charismatic characters, smart, cutting-edge science, new technology, brilliant engineering, clever, profitable business strategies, and it provides a roadmap to a brighter future for people and the planet. The book also describes innovative new laws and policies relevant to federal and state climate legislative agendas and offers new financing strategies to facilitate the clean-energy transformation. In addition, the book underscores the necessity of protecting democracy to ensure we retain the ability to protect the climate. 

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]]> The Age of Melt w/ Lisa Baril The Age of Melt w/ Lisa Baril Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:04:46 GMT 44:21 6734f849904ff5823dbeccc0 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-age-of-melt 6734f849904ff5823dbeccc0 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-age-of-melt full 63 Lisa Baril is a science writer who has written about natural resources and science for national parks across the southwestern United States. She holds a master’s degree from Montana State University and is a member of the National Association of Science Writers, Society of Environmental Journalists, and the Outdoor Writers Association of America.


In THE AGE OF MELT, she explores the shifting view that humans have long held of glaciers—from fear, to awe, to conquest. A unique form of science, ice-patch archeology, arose from the current climate crisis, as such discoveries could only be made at the cost of the world’s ice formations. THE AGE OF MELT takes the reader on a world tour of ice, exploring the conflicting belief systems around ice and its integral relationship to people. Melting ice has revealed so much about human culture, the environment, the past, and most importantly, our future.


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In THE AGE OF MELT, she explores the shifting view that humans have long held of glaciers—from fear, to awe, to conquest. A unique form of science, ice-patch archeology, arose from the current climate crisis, as such discoveries could only be made at the cost of the world’s ice formations. THE AGE OF MELT takes the reader on a world tour of ice, exploring the conflicting belief systems around ice and its integral relationship to people. Melting ice has revealed so much about human culture, the environment, the past, and most importantly, our future.


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]]> Architecting Impact: Building for a Sustainable Tomorrow w/ Daniel Jaconetti Architecting Impact: Building for a Sustainable Tomorrow w/ Daniel Jaconetti Wed, 30 Oct 2024 03:01:01 GMT 53:47 67219e112daf19454139ae79 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/architecting-impact-building-for-a-sustainable-tomorrow 67219e112daf19454139ae79 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 architecting-impact-building-for-a-sustainable-tomorrow full 62 Daniel Jaconetti is the National Sustainable Design Leader at HED, one of the oldest and largest integrated architecture and engineering design firms in the United States, with 400+ employees and annual revenues of over $100M. With nearly 20 years of experience, Daniel is committed to transforming the practice of architecture to achieve zero-carbon, resilient, healthy, and equitably built environments. He leads a team of 6 regional sustainable design leaders developing high-performance designs.


Under Daniel’s leadership, HED signed onto key climate initiatives like the 1.5°C COP26 Communiqué and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2030 Commitment. In 2023 he was appointed to AIA’s National Committee on the Environment (COTE) Leadership Group.


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]]> Daniel Jaconetti is the National Sustainable Design Leader at HED, one of the oldest and largest integrated architecture and engineering design firms in the United States, with 400+ employees and annual revenues of over $100M. With nearly 20 years of experience, Daniel is committed to transforming the practice of architecture to achieve zero-carbon, resilient, healthy, and equitably built environments. He leads a team of 6 regional sustainable design leaders developing high-performance designs.


Under Daniel’s leadership, HED signed onto key climate initiatives like the 1.5°C COP26 Communiqué and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2030 Commitment. In 2023 he was appointed to AIA’s National Committee on the Environment (COTE) Leadership Group.


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]]> <![CDATA[The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos w/ Mark Easter]]> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:37:22 GMT 50:09 67073613ed8ff5205e637dfc false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/regenerative-agriculture-w-mark-easter 67073613ed8ff5205e637dfc 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 regenerative-agriculture-w-mark-easter full 61 In this episode, we dive deep into the environmental impact of our food systems with Mark Easter, a leading expert on the intersection of agriculture and climate change. His upcoming book, The Blue Plate: A Food Lover’s Guide to Climate Chaos, presents groundbreaking insights on the hidden carbon footprint embedded in the way we grow, transport, and consume our food. Join us as we uncover how a shift in agriculture could be key to addressing climate change and building a regenerative future.


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]]> Follow-Up w/ Gillian Nye Follow-Up w/ Gillian Nye Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:24:16 GMT 32:47 66eccb62e72fd4be29cbdd77 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/sustainable-living-and-end-of-life-options-w-gillian-nye 66eccb62e72fd4be29cbdd77 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 sustainable-living-and-end-of-life-options-w-gillian-nye full 60 In this episode, we explore Better Place Forests, a company creating meaningful, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional cemeteries by incorporating human ashes into vibrant forest ecosystems. Gillian shares her personal journey of embracing local produce as part of her sustainability challenge and reflects on the powerful connections between community, environment, and mindful living. We also dive into other innovative, sustainable end-of-life options, like aquamation and human composting. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on honoring loved ones and creating lasting legacies that nurture the planet.


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]]> In this episode, we explore Better Place Forests, a company creating meaningful, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional cemeteries by incorporating human ashes into vibrant forest ecosystems. Gillian shares her personal journey of embracing local produce as part of her sustainability challenge and reflects on the powerful connections between community, environment, and mindful living. We also dive into other innovative, sustainable end-of-life options, like aquamation and human composting. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on honoring loved ones and creating lasting legacies that nurture the planet.


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]]> Into The Clear Blue Sky w/ Rob Jackson Into The Clear Blue Sky w/ Rob Jackson Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:27:21 GMT 51:54 66ea9cd23183076e9ebcffe4 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/into-the-clear-blue-sky-w-rob-jackson 66ea9cd23183076e9ebcffe4 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 into-the-clear-blue-sky-w-rob-jackson full 59 Rob Jackson is the Chair of the Global Carbon Project, a Senior Fellow at Stanford’s Woods Institute for the Environment and Precourt Institute for Energy, and a professor of earth science at Stanford University. Through global scientific leadership and groundbreaking research, communications, and policy activities, Jackson’s work has reduced millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions and improved human health, safety, and air and water quality. 


In his new book, INTO THE CLEAR BLUE SKY: THE PATH TO RESTORING OUR ATMOSPHERE, climate scientist and chair of the Global Carbon Project Rob Jackson introduces the innovators who are doing the work: finding methods to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into minerals, perfecting e-motorcycles, developing the world’s first fossil-free steel, and creating nutritional additives for cows to cut down on the methane they release. INTO THE CLEAR BLUE SKY finds hope in unlikely places—from Amazon wetlands to Swedish steel plants—and offers a realistic roadmap toward restoring the atmosphere to preindustrial health.


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]]> Rob Jackson is the Chair of the Global Carbon Project, a Senior Fellow at Stanford’s Woods Institute for the Environment and Precourt Institute for Energy, and a professor of earth science at Stanford University. Through global scientific leadership and groundbreaking research, communications, and policy activities, Jackson’s work has reduced millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions and improved human health, safety, and air and water quality. 


In his new book, INTO THE CLEAR BLUE SKY: THE PATH TO RESTORING OUR ATMOSPHERE, climate scientist and chair of the Global Carbon Project Rob Jackson introduces the innovators who are doing the work: finding methods to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into minerals, perfecting e-motorcycles, developing the world’s first fossil-free steel, and creating nutritional additives for cows to cut down on the methane they release. INTO THE CLEAR BLUE SKY finds hope in unlikely places—from Amazon wetlands to Swedish steel plants—and offers a realistic roadmap toward restoring the atmosphere to preindustrial health.


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]]> The Parrot and the Igloo w/ David Lipsky The Parrot and the Igloo w/ David Lipsky Sun, 01 Sep 2024 01:52:54 GMT 50:56 66d2dff95012e5ffd0a86438 true https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/the-parrot-and-the-igloo-w-david-lipsky 66d2dff95012e5ffd0a86438 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 the-parrot-and-the-igloo-w-david-lipsky full 58 David Lipsky is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Absolutely American and Although of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself, the basis for the acclaimed movie The End of the Tour. He has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times, Harper’s, Rolling Stone, This American Life, All Things Considered, and New York, and is the recipient of the National Magazine Award and the GLAAD Media Award.


In THE PARROT AND THE IGLOO: Climate and the Science of Denial, now published in paperback, Lipsky explores how “anti-science” became virulent in American life—through the history of climate denial and its consequences. Climate change has become an unavoidable fact and ongoing catastrophe. The science was clear decades ago. How did so many Americans come to doubt evidence so widely accepted and compelling? It is the story of the inventors (Edison, Tesla, Westinghouse) who made our world; the scientists who bravely sounded the climate alarm; and then the hucksters, zealots, dreamers, and crackpots who lied about that science.


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]]> David Lipsky is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Absolutely American and Although of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself, the basis for the acclaimed movie The End of the Tour. He has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times, Harper’s, Rolling Stone, This American Life, All Things Considered, and New York, and is the recipient of the National Magazine Award and the GLAAD Media Award.


In THE PARROT AND THE IGLOO: Climate and the Science of Denial, now published in paperback, Lipsky explores how “anti-science” became virulent in American life—through the history of climate denial and its consequences. Climate change has become an unavoidable fact and ongoing catastrophe. The science was clear decades ago. How did so many Americans come to doubt evidence so widely accepted and compelling? It is the story of the inventors (Edison, Tesla, Westinghouse) who made our world; the scientists who bravely sounded the climate alarm; and then the hucksters, zealots, dreamers, and crackpots who lied about that science.


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]]> Better Place Forests w/ Gillian Nye Better Place Forests w/ Gillian Nye Sat, 20 Jul 2024 09:57:52 GMT 36:34 669b89fe25946be3347c9024 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/better-place-forests-w-gillian-nye 669b89fe25946be3347c9024 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 better-place-forests-w-gillian-nye full 57 60% of Americans are choosing cremation instead of burial, and that number is rising. They want a smaller environmental footprint, as well as a memorial that reflects their values. Many families are looking for a place with a marker, where they can visit and remember. Better Place Forests is helping them achieve that goal by giving them end-of-life options that are more balanced and connected to nature. Gillian Nye is the Customer Experience Manager of Memorial Ceremonies at Better Place Forests and is here to talk about what they can do for you and your family.


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]]> 60% of Americans are choosing cremation instead of burial, and that number is rising. They want a smaller environmental footprint, as well as a memorial that reflects their values. Many families are looking for a place with a marker, where they can visit and remember. Better Place Forests is helping them achieve that goal by giving them end-of-life options that are more balanced and connected to nature. Gillian Nye is the Customer Experience Manager of Memorial Ceremonies at Better Place Forests and is here to talk about what they can do for you and your family.


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]]> Beyond Domestication w/ George and Amber-Rose Knight Beyond Domestication w/ George and Amber-Rose Knight Sat, 15 Jun 2024 21:40:41 GMT 47:58 666a649cefa0530011ab255b false https://www.verdantgrowth.blog 666a649cefa0530011ab255b 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 beyond-domestication full 56 George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.


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]]> George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.


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]]> Well Done Oil Wells w/ Curtis Shuck (Well Done Foundation) Well Done Oil Wells w/ Curtis Shuck (Well Done Foundation) Tue, 07 May 2024 08:25:38 GMT 43:24 6639e5804cf56c0011a94015 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/well-done-oil-wells-w-curtis-shuck-well-done-foundation 6639e5804cf56c0011a94015 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 well-done-oil-wells-w-curtis-shuck-well-done-foundation full 55 Millions of Americans across the country live within just one mile from an orphaned oil and gas well. These abandoned wells contribute to 20-30% of methane leaks in the US, which affect drinking water, harm wildlife, ruin the land, and create flooding risks, according to experts. Curtis Shuck, Chairman of the Well Done Foundation, is doing something about this. WDF is the only national nonprofit working to plug millions of orphaned oil and gas wells across the U.S.


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]]> Millions of Americans across the country live within just one mile from an orphaned oil and gas well. These abandoned wells contribute to 20-30% of methane leaks in the US, which affect drinking water, harm wildlife, ruin the land, and create flooding risks, according to experts. Curtis Shuck, Chairman of the Well Done Foundation, is doing something about this. WDF is the only national nonprofit working to plug millions of orphaned oil and gas wells across the U.S.


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]]> Building Greener Buildings w/ Brian Falcon (Alter Eco) Building Greener Buildings w/ Brian Falcon (Alter Eco) Thu, 04 Apr 2024 22:38:43 GMT 45:23 660d0b093282540017cbd94b false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/building-greener-buildings-w-brian-falcon-alter-eco 660d0b093282540017cbd94b 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 building-greener-buildings-w-brian-falcon-alter-eco full 54 Brian Falcon has always been passionate about sustainable living and design. He is a registered architect in Pennsylvania, and became a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED®AP) in 2004, to focus professionally on sustainability and energy efficiency. In 2008, he founded the Berks/Lancaster Green Building Association to help local, like-minded professionals collectively expand their green building skills at the grass roots level. Most recently, Brian has become a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC), as certified through the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS). This program incorporates high performance building science principles and passive house techniques to create the best path to Net Zero and Net Positive Energy buildings.


Alter Eco is a full-service design and build firm that provides architectural, construction management, and sustainable consulting services. Our approach is to seamlessly incorporate leading-edge building science to create cost effective, high-performance homes and small commercial buildings in any style. Experts in green building, our capabilities are well-rounded and include experience building to the ZERH program requirements set forth by the Department of Energy, Passive House Standards as certified through the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification standards. 


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]]> Brian Falcon has always been passionate about sustainable living and design. He is a registered architect in Pennsylvania, and became a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED®AP) in 2004, to focus professionally on sustainability and energy efficiency. In 2008, he founded the Berks/Lancaster Green Building Association to help local, like-minded professionals collectively expand their green building skills at the grass roots level. Most recently, Brian has become a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC), as certified through the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS). This program incorporates high performance building science principles and passive house techniques to create the best path to Net Zero and Net Positive Energy buildings.


Alter Eco is a full-service design and build firm that provides architectural, construction management, and sustainable consulting services. Our approach is to seamlessly incorporate leading-edge building science to create cost effective, high-performance homes and small commercial buildings in any style. Experts in green building, our capabilities are well-rounded and include experience building to the ZERH program requirements set forth by the Department of Energy, Passive House Standards as certified through the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification standards. 


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]]> Solo Episode: Upcoming Changes to Solve For Nature Solo Episode: Upcoming Changes to Solve For Nature Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:21:32 GMT 3:48 660c68cb95ff7e0018e35fa5 false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/solo-episode-upcoming-changes-to-solve-for-nature 660c68cb95ff7e0018e35fa5 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 solo-episode-upcoming-changes-to-solve-for-nature full I've made it past the 50 episode mark, and there are some minor changes I'd like to make to the format of the show.


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]]> A River Divided w/ George Paxinos A River Divided w/ George Paxinos Fri, 15 Mar 2024 20:38:01 GMT 1:01:43 65f4b0163cf4df00177ec1fd false https://shows.acast.com/solvefornature/episodes/a-river-divided-w-george-paxinos 65f4b0163cf4df00177ec1fd 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 a-river-divided-w-george-paxinos full 53 Environmental activist and renowned neuroscientist, George Paxinos has identified and named more brain areas than anyone in history and published 57 books. His atlases and concepts of brain organization are used by most scientists working on the relationship between the brain and cognition, emotion, motivation and thought, including neurologic or psychiatric diseases such as Alzheimer’s and depression.


His latest book took 21 years to develop and publish. His new book, A River Divided, is a cross between a science fiction and ecofiction novel. It follows Evelyn, a geneticist and amateur archeologist, who discovers a tomb while vacationing in Israel. Believing she has found the remains of Christ, she attempts to revive the DNA found preserved at the site so that she can clone Him. But with human cloning being both illegal and unprecedented, she takes the risk of carrying the embryo herself. Though more a scientist than a zealot, she wants to do everything to bring Him back to the world. If her experiment were successful, the consequence could be the salvation of a dying Earth.


The result of her daring discovery is the birth of identical twins Christopher and José, who are raised apart and unaware of each other's existence— one in the affluent suburbs of Sydney and the other in the slums of Buenos Aires. As different artists would sculpt different statues from the same block of marble, different environments produce different characters out of the same DNA. The twins are destined to clash, adversaries in an almighty battle for the Amazon.


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]]> Environmental activist and renowned neuroscientist, George Paxinos has identified and named more brain areas than anyone in history and published 57 books. His atlases and concepts of brain organization are used by most scientists working on the relationship between the brain and cognition, emotion, motivation and thought, including neurologic or psychiatric diseases such as Alzheimer’s and depression.


His latest book took 21 years to develop and publish. His new book, A River Divided, is a cross between a science fiction and ecofiction novel. It follows Evelyn, a geneticist and amateur archeologist, who discovers a tomb while vacationing in Israel. Believing she has found the remains of Christ, she attempts to revive the DNA found preserved at the site so that she can clone Him. But with human cloning being both illegal and unprecedented, she takes the risk of carrying the embryo herself. Though more a scientist than a zealot, she wants to do everything to bring Him back to the world. If her experiment were successful, the consequence could be the salvation of a dying Earth.


The result of her daring discovery is the birth of identical twins Christopher and José, who are raised apart and unaware of each other's existence— one in the affluent suburbs of Sydney and the other in the slums of Buenos Aires. As different artists would sculpt different statues from the same block of marble, different environments produce different characters out of the same DNA. The twins are destined to clash, adversaries in an almighty battle for the Amazon.


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]]> Am I Too Old To Save The Planet? w/ Lawrence MacDonald Am I Too Old To Save The Planet? w/ Lawrence MacDonald Fri, 08 Dec 2023 07:14:00 GMT 47:09 54a77048-1c41-4936-b38d-ccda482ee97c false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Am-I-Too-Old-To-Save-The-Planet--w-Lawrence-MacDonald-e2cucdn 65f35dca0f24540016c76764 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 52 Alarmed by the surge in climate-related disasters, a growing number of Americans are asking “What can I do to help?” Lawrence MacDonald’s new book, Am I Too Old to Save the Planet? A Boomer’s Guide to Climate Action offers unexpected answers for the 70 million boomers--people born from 1946-1963--who are still America’s most powerful generation.

A former foreign correspondent and vice president of the World Resources Institute, the world’s largest environmental NGO, MacDonald tells how America's most promising generation allowed climate change to become a planetary emergency―and what to do about it now.

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]]> Alarmed by the surge in climate-related disasters, a growing number of Americans are asking “What can I do to help?” Lawrence MacDonald’s new book, Am I Too Old to Save the Planet? A Boomer’s Guide to Climate Action offers unexpected answers for the 70 million boomers--people born from 1946-1963--who are still America’s most powerful generation.

A former foreign correspondent and vice president of the World Resources Institute, the world’s largest environmental NGO, MacDonald tells how America's most promising generation allowed climate change to become a planetary emergency―and what to do about it now.

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]]> <![CDATA[Alfie & Me w/ Carl Safina]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 03:11:12 GMT 32:16 52014391-56ea-446f-9ed2-2240948a3f6b false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Alfie--Me-w-Carl-Safina-e2c6upu 65f35dca0f24540016c76765 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 51 When ecologist Carl Safina and his wife, Patricia, took in a near-death baby owl, they expected she’d be a temporary presence. But Alfie’s feathers were not growing correctly, requiring prolonged care. As Alfie grew and gained strength, she became a part of the family. Carl and Patricia began to realize that the healing was mutual; Alfie had been braided into their world and was now pulling them into hers.


Alfie & Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe, by Carl Safina, Ph.D., is the story of the remarkable impact this little owl would have on their lives.

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]]> When ecologist Carl Safina and his wife, Patricia, took in a near-death baby owl, they expected she’d be a temporary presence. But Alfie’s feathers were not growing correctly, requiring prolonged care. As Alfie grew and gained strength, she became a part of the family. Carl and Patricia began to realize that the healing was mutual; Alfie had been braided into their world and was now pulling them into hers.


Alfie & Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe, by Carl Safina, Ph.D., is the story of the remarkable impact this little owl would have on their lives.

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]]> Follow-Up w/ Sara Turner (Nexii) Follow-Up w/ Sara Turner (Nexii) Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:38:36 GMT 33:05 3e2d96d4-35fd-4735-b942-5f6f51482c95 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Follow-Up-w-Sara-Turner-Nexii-e2avtc2 65f35dca0f24540016c76766 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 50 Sara Turner, Sustainability Manager at Nexii Building Solutions is back to talk about how her challenge went that she decided to take on during our first recording.

Was she able to take the plunge? Listen in and find out!

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]]> Sara Turner, Sustainability Manager at Nexii Building Solutions is back to talk about how her challenge went that she decided to take on during our first recording.

Was she able to take the plunge? Listen in and find out!

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]]> Restoring Eden w/ Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn Restoring Eden w/ Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:41:58 GMT 51:13 7aaee68d-50dc-4076-aae3-fcde01f0d56f false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Restoring-Eden-w-Dr--Elizabeth-Hilborn-e27g7iu 65f35dca0f24540016c76767 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 49 First, the tadpoles and frogs disappeared; then the bats and the songbirds left. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn, a honey bee veterinarian and environmental health scientist, soon realized the bees—the vital pollinators of fruits, plants, and vegetables—were dying. Everything was still and silent. In 2017, after a large flood, most of the teeming life on her beloved family farm in North Carolina had vanished in a matter of weeks.

As a scientist and a naturalist, Hilborn set about to get answers: RESTORING EDEN: Unearthing the Agribusiness Secret That Poisoned My Farm Community (Chicago Review Press; August 8, 2023) is her story.

With her farm suddenly lifeless, Hilborn was disoriented, bereft, and determined to understand. She documented the trail of death, taking water samples, scouring the internet, and calling every environmental expert, government agency, and agricultural consultant she could find. She got her first solid clue when she learned that a neighbor's tractor had been submerged in the floodwaters.

What caused the sudden collapse of life on her farm? How was Dr. Hilborn able to unravel the mystery? Today we hear her story! Listen in!


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]]> First, the tadpoles and frogs disappeared; then the bats and the songbirds left. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn, a honey bee veterinarian and environmental health scientist, soon realized the bees—the vital pollinators of fruits, plants, and vegetables—were dying. Everything was still and silent. In 2017, after a large flood, most of the teeming life on her beloved family farm in North Carolina had vanished in a matter of weeks.

As a scientist and a naturalist, Hilborn set about to get answers: RESTORING EDEN: Unearthing the Agribusiness Secret That Poisoned My Farm Community (Chicago Review Press; August 8, 2023) is her story.

With her farm suddenly lifeless, Hilborn was disoriented, bereft, and determined to understand. She documented the trail of death, taking water samples, scouring the internet, and calling every environmental expert, government agency, and agricultural consultant she could find. She got her first solid clue when she learned that a neighbor's tractor had been submerged in the floodwaters.

What caused the sudden collapse of life on her farm? How was Dr. Hilborn able to unravel the mystery? Today we hear her story! Listen in!


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]]> The Return of Wolves w/ Eli Francovich The Return of Wolves w/ Eli Francovich Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:06:11 GMT 43:24 c2de2a91-6250-4a22-9389-df15eebfce26 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/The-Return-of-Wolves-w-Eli-Francovich-e275jg0 65f35dca0f24540016c76768 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 38 Following a February 10, 2022, court order, gray wolves in the contiguous 48 states and Mexico – with the exception of the Northern Rocky Mountain population – are now protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and listed as threatened in Minnesota and endangered in the remaining states. After being nearly eradicated in the 1990s, the gray wolf has made an astonishing comeback in Washington state, delighting conservationists but infuriating ranchers. Eli Francovich is a journalist who covers the environment, conservation, and outdoor recreation in Washington for the Spokesman-Review, the state's second-largest newspaper.

In his new book, The Return of Wolves: An Iconic Predator’s Struggle to Survive in the American West, Francovich combines interviews, extensive research, and on-the-ground reporting to reveal the deep social and political struggles at the core of this debate over the endangered species. Ultimately, he endeavors to find a solution that will appease both parties—and perhaps mend an ever-widening division in American culture.

What can our relationship with wolves teach us about our relationship with nature as a whole? About our society? Listen to find out!


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]]> Following a February 10, 2022, court order, gray wolves in the contiguous 48 states and Mexico – with the exception of the Northern Rocky Mountain population – are now protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and listed as threatened in Minnesota and endangered in the remaining states. After being nearly eradicated in the 1990s, the gray wolf has made an astonishing comeback in Washington state, delighting conservationists but infuriating ranchers. Eli Francovich is a journalist who covers the environment, conservation, and outdoor recreation in Washington for the Spokesman-Review, the state's second-largest newspaper.

In his new book, The Return of Wolves: An Iconic Predator’s Struggle to Survive in the American West, Francovich combines interviews, extensive research, and on-the-ground reporting to reveal the deep social and political struggles at the core of this debate over the endangered species. Ultimately, he endeavors to find a solution that will appease both parties—and perhaps mend an ever-widening division in American culture.

What can our relationship with wolves teach us about our relationship with nature as a whole? About our society? Listen to find out!


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]]> Innovating Sustainable Building w/ Sara Turner (Nexii) Innovating Sustainable Building w/ Sara Turner (Nexii) Mon, 26 Jun 2023 21:12:43 GMT 50:16 231443d9-61be-4fa8-a447-ea6264bb9711 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Innovating-Sustainable-Building-w-Sara-Turner-Nexii-e266oeu 65f35dca0f24540016c76769 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 47 Sara Turner is a Sustainability Analyst at Nexii Building Solutions, a company dedicated to innovating and creating breakthrough building systems that prove that planet-friendly solutions aren’t a sacrifice — they’re an improvement in every way over the status quo.Sara has been contributing to the green building industry since 2017, through previous roles that include building science engineering, energy modeling, and renewable technology analysis. At Nexii, Sara leads annual carbon accounting of the company’s operations, coordinates and tracks progress of Nexii’s sustainability commitments, and has been working to implement embodied carbon analysis into product development.
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]]> Sara Turner is a Sustainability Analyst at Nexii Building Solutions, a company dedicated to innovating and creating breakthrough building systems that prove that planet-friendly solutions aren’t a sacrifice — they’re an improvement in every way over the status quo.Sara has been contributing to the green building industry since 2017, through previous roles that include building science engineering, energy modeling, and renewable technology analysis. At Nexii, Sara leads annual carbon accounting of the company’s operations, coordinates and tracks progress of Nexii’s sustainability commitments, and has been working to implement embodied carbon analysis into product development.
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]]> Sustainable Schooling w/ Buffy Cushman-Patz (SEEQS) Sustainable Schooling w/ Buffy Cushman-Patz (SEEQS) Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:21:08 GMT 42:36 4ad63005-5f54-4e39-9139-3a1dd0d583be false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainable-Schooling-w-Buffy-Cushman-Patz-SEEQS-e25e1gm 65f35dca0f24540016c7676a 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 46 Buffy Cushman-Patz is the founder and executive director of SEEQS (School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability) Charter School, where students are learning to become stewards of planet Earth and healthy, effective citizens of the world. On top of standard core learning in math, science, social studies, English, and the arts, students combine concepts with project-based experiences that allow students to apply what they have learned to real-world situations.

"Everything we do at SEEQS is with the intent of trying to create the kind of community that we want to be a part of. I work at SEEQS because I love this community of students, teachers, and ʻohana and the work we're doing to try to make the world a better place for ourselves and for others."

Buffy Cushman-Patz, SEEQS's Founder, has explored teaching and learning through the lenses of theory, policy, leadership, and through first-hand experiences as a teacher in both conventional and unconventional settings. Buffy completed her EdM in School Leadership at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in May 2012 , with School Development as her concentration. She earned an M.S. in Geology and Geophysics from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and a B.S. in Geology from the University of Florida.


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]]> Buffy Cushman-Patz is the founder and executive director of SEEQS (School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability) Charter School, where students are learning to become stewards of planet Earth and healthy, effective citizens of the world. On top of standard core learning in math, science, social studies, English, and the arts, students combine concepts with project-based experiences that allow students to apply what they have learned to real-world situations.

"Everything we do at SEEQS is with the intent of trying to create the kind of community that we want to be a part of. I work at SEEQS because I love this community of students, teachers, and ʻohana and the work we're doing to try to make the world a better place for ourselves and for others."

Buffy Cushman-Patz, SEEQS's Founder, has explored teaching and learning through the lenses of theory, policy, leadership, and through first-hand experiences as a teacher in both conventional and unconventional settings. Buffy completed her EdM in School Leadership at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in May 2012 , with School Development as her concentration. She earned an M.S. in Geology and Geophysics from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and a B.S. in Geology from the University of Florida.


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]]> Carbon Negative Concrete w/ Tim Sperry (Carbon Limit) Pt. 1 Carbon Negative Concrete w/ Tim Sperry (Carbon Limit) Pt. 1 Wed, 24 May 2023 20:28:06 GMT 53:32 6cdec3b9-d2db-4cd6-9e32-41cd0061803d false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Carbon-Negative-Concrete-w-Tim-Sperry-Carbon-Limit-Pt--1-e24hriq 65f35dca0f24540016c7676b 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 45 Tim Sperry, the CEO of Carbon Limit, is a scientist entrepreneur who has founded two climate tech companies using novel Carbon Capture & storage technologies. After losing close family members as a child to lung cancer, he developed a strong passion for protecting nature and solving global CO2 pollution. He has found early success by creating effective yet efficiently adaptable solutions to solve the biggest problems in industries ready for disruption. Most importantly, he built a strong dedicated team and a deeply rooted company culture.


After years of trial and error, Tim secured a way to capture air pollution in one of the most important infrastructure components used in construction, concrete. Tim’s award-winning technology, being recognized by The United States Military, large corporations such as Google, and publications such as Boca Magazine, can permanently trap the main culprit of global warming (CO2) inside the concrete that uses his cement mixture. Concrete Structures built with Carbon Limit’s cement will be able to actively capture CO2 pollution directly from the air and store it permanently, improving air quality & promoting a healthier environment in our cities & communities.


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]]> Tim Sperry, the CEO of Carbon Limit, is a scientist entrepreneur who has founded two climate tech companies using novel Carbon Capture & storage technologies. After losing close family members as a child to lung cancer, he developed a strong passion for protecting nature and solving global CO2 pollution. He has found early success by creating effective yet efficiently adaptable solutions to solve the biggest problems in industries ready for disruption. Most importantly, he built a strong dedicated team and a deeply rooted company culture.


After years of trial and error, Tim secured a way to capture air pollution in one of the most important infrastructure components used in construction, concrete. Tim’s award-winning technology, being recognized by The United States Military, large corporations such as Google, and publications such as Boca Magazine, can permanently trap the main culprit of global warming (CO2) inside the concrete that uses his cement mixture. Concrete Structures built with Carbon Limit’s cement will be able to actively capture CO2 pollution directly from the air and store it permanently, improving air quality & promoting a healthier environment in our cities & communities.


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]]> <![CDATA[Our Food Waste Resource w/ Chris O'Brien (Hungry Giant)]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 01:03:50 GMT 42:06 e77a399c-2bd9-4cc1-9ffc-42bb12856696 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Our-Food-Waste-Resource-w-Chris-OBrien-Hungry-Giant-e23jtk9 65f35dca0f24540016c7676c 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 44 Chris O’Brien is the Founder and CEO of Hungry Giant, a company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Austin, TX. Hungry Giant is a cleantech business commercializing waste management and recycling equipment. A revolution in food waste management, Hungry Giant solutions use new technologies that turn food waste into a useful, reusable resource. They recently launched their Bio-Dehydrator solution. The cutting-edge, proprietary technology turns food waste into a useful, useable, and valuable resource on-site at any facility that generates commercial volumes of food waste. Created by a longtime innovator in the waste management and recycling industry, the Bio-Dehydrator enables food providers to better address food waste and reduce their emissions by helping to eliminate food waste in landfills, the ocean, and other sources, while at the same time creating a valuable byproduct out of a waste. Their range of products includes the Bio-Dehydrator, Bio-Grinder, and Bio-Digester solutions all available to buy, rent, or lease. 

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]]> Chris O’Brien is the Founder and CEO of Hungry Giant, a company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Austin, TX. Hungry Giant is a cleantech business commercializing waste management and recycling equipment. A revolution in food waste management, Hungry Giant solutions use new technologies that turn food waste into a useful, reusable resource. They recently launched their Bio-Dehydrator solution. The cutting-edge, proprietary technology turns food waste into a useful, useable, and valuable resource on-site at any facility that generates commercial volumes of food waste. Created by a longtime innovator in the waste management and recycling industry, the Bio-Dehydrator enables food providers to better address food waste and reduce their emissions by helping to eliminate food waste in landfills, the ocean, and other sources, while at the same time creating a valuable byproduct out of a waste. Their range of products includes the Bio-Dehydrator, Bio-Grinder, and Bio-Digester solutions all available to buy, rent, or lease. 

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]]> Composting and Containers w/ Erin Levine Composting and Containers w/ Erin Levine Mon, 01 May 2023 07:44:33 GMT 44:28 574e2ca6-d9c5-446c-96d0-2ad13e72dad1 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Composting-and-Containers-w-Erin-Levine-e22dab1 65f35dca0f24540016c7676d 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 43 Erin has been involved in resource recovery for 18 years and in the last decade has focused specifically on the sales and marketing of finished compost. She has supported commercial compost facilities throughout the West Coast and has worked closely with the end users of compost, particularly the agricultural industry. Erin is a Certified Composting Professional through the US Composting Council and a Certified Compost Programs Manager through the Solid Waste Authority of North America. Currently, Erin works as the Resource & Recovery Manager at World Centric.

As someone who's always been super excited about compost, I was really excited to talk to Erin and learn more about composting! I can't wait to talk to her again and continue discussing compost!

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]]> Erin has been involved in resource recovery for 18 years and in the last decade has focused specifically on the sales and marketing of finished compost. She has supported commercial compost facilities throughout the West Coast and has worked closely with the end users of compost, particularly the agricultural industry. Erin is a Certified Composting Professional through the US Composting Council and a Certified Compost Programs Manager through the Solid Waste Authority of North America. Currently, Erin works as the Resource & Recovery Manager at World Centric.

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]]> Salty, Sustainable Construction w/ Daniel Mandler Salty, Sustainable Construction w/ Daniel Mandler Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:14:53 GMT 1:02:41 0b550e4b-f891-4834-b014-87fd6c4ae7e0 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Salty--Sustainable-Construction-w-Daniel-Mandler-e2166el 65f35dca0f24540016c7676e 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 42 Daniel Mandler is a Professor of Chemistry in the Institute of Chemistry at the Hebrew University and the incumbent of Archie and Marjorie Sherman Chair in Chemistry. He holds also an adjunct Professorship at the Nanyang Technical University in Singapore.

His research interests span from analytical to physical electrochemistry sol-gel technology, thin films and polymers, coatings of medical devices, forensic science and nanotechnology. He has numerous patents and is very active in commercialization of various applications in numerous fields such as solar thermal coatings and medical coatings.

Today, we're here to talk about a new kind of technology he is developing: sustainable bricks made from salt! These salt bricks replace typical CMU blocks, but don't have nearly as big of a carbon footprint - not to mention they are made from excess, unneeded salt that builds up in the dead sea.

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]]> Daniel Mandler is a Professor of Chemistry in the Institute of Chemistry at the Hebrew University and the incumbent of Archie and Marjorie Sherman Chair in Chemistry. He holds also an adjunct Professorship at the Nanyang Technical University in Singapore.

His research interests span from analytical to physical electrochemistry sol-gel technology, thin films and polymers, coatings of medical devices, forensic science and nanotechnology. He has numerous patents and is very active in commercialization of various applications in numerous fields such as solar thermal coatings and medical coatings.

Today, we're here to talk about a new kind of technology he is developing: sustainable bricks made from salt! These salt bricks replace typical CMU blocks, but don't have nearly as big of a carbon footprint - not to mention they are made from excess, unneeded salt that builds up in the dead sea.

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]]> Follow-Up w/ Lizzie Horvitz Follow-Up w/ Lizzie Horvitz Sun, 12 Mar 2023 02:50:30 GMT 24:22 98d9d980-7280-4897-8708-da053212bd9f false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Follow-Up-w-Lizzie-Horvitz-e201s4m 65f35dca0f24540016c7676f 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 41 Lizzie Horvitz is back to discuss her challenge and how it went! If you don't remember, she founded Finch, a browser extension that helps you select sustainable products on Amazon. It's a tool that educates people on the ins and outs of sustainability, making it easier to shop sustainably online, add more transparency to online purchases, and dispel lots of the myths around the nonsense marketing terms like "green," or "organic" that drive consumer behavior but has little impact.

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]]> Lizzie Horvitz is back to discuss her challenge and how it went! If you don't remember, she founded Finch, a browser extension that helps you select sustainable products on Amazon. It's a tool that educates people on the ins and outs of sustainability, making it easier to shop sustainably online, add more transparency to online purchases, and dispel lots of the myths around the nonsense marketing terms like "green," or "organic" that drive consumer behavior but has little impact.

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]]> Smart Designs for Conservation w/ Adarsh Ambati Smart Designs for Conservation w/ Adarsh Ambati Tue, 28 Feb 2023 20:35:43 GMT 41:39 414c69a3-4b9a-4363-a41f-357bc922dffb false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Smart-Designs-for-Conservation-w-Adarsh-Ambati-e1vio46 65f35dca0f24540016c76770 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 40 Adarsh Ambati, age 16, of California, has been utilizing his talents to design new technologies to help conserve nature! He designed a moisture sensor-based smart sprinkler system that integrates real-time weather forecast data and soil moisture levels to provide optimum levels of water for huge water savings. He also designed a very low-cost, rapid diagnostic to detect the presence of an emerging fungal amphibian parasitic pathogen threatening to wipe out many species of endemic amphibians around the world at a fraction of the cost of current methods. Tying all his ideas together, he founded Green Environment Initiatives to design solutions for environmental crises and to provide STEM education for underserved students.

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]]> Adarsh Ambati, age 16, of California, has been utilizing his talents to design new technologies to help conserve nature! He designed a moisture sensor-based smart sprinkler system that integrates real-time weather forecast data and soil moisture levels to provide optimum levels of water for huge water savings. He also designed a very low-cost, rapid diagnostic to detect the presence of an emerging fungal amphibian parasitic pathogen threatening to wipe out many species of endemic amphibians around the world at a fraction of the cost of current methods. Tying all his ideas together, he founded Green Environment Initiatives to design solutions for environmental crises and to provide STEM education for underserved students.

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]]> Follow-Up w/ Veeral Hardev Follow-Up w/ Veeral Hardev Sat, 18 Feb 2023 01:29:52 GMT 40:18 382f3d67-9497-4dc7-a089-aa0a7bc07d94 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Follow-Up-w-Veeral-Hardev-e1v3utv 65f35dca0f24540016c76771 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 39 If you missed the first episode with Veeral, go back and check it out! Veeral Hardev is the VP of Strategy at Ubiquitous Energy, a company that is becoming the world leader in transparent solar technology, aka clear solar panels!

Last time he was on the show, he decided to take on a sustainability challenge. Let's hear how it went, as well as dig a little more into Ubiquitous Energy and their solar windows!

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]]> If you missed the first episode with Veeral, go back and check it out! Veeral Hardev is the VP of Strategy at Ubiquitous Energy, a company that is becoming the world leader in transparent solar technology, aka clear solar panels!

Last time he was on the show, he decided to take on a sustainability challenge. Let's hear how it went, as well as dig a little more into Ubiquitous Energy and their solar windows!

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]]> <![CDATA[Follow-Up with Sonja & Charlotte Michaluk]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2023 02:57:55 GMT 34:23 efaf2f35-1d30-4ec6-a660-ea6b643bef74 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Follow-Up-with-Sonja--Charlotte-Michaluk-e1ufjq7 65f35dca0f24540016c76772 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 38 Sonja Michaluk is back, but this time with backup from her sister Charlotte! Winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes for her work protecting wetlands and drinking water sources using a novel bioassessment method she created, Sonja came up with a sustainability challenge to take on with her sister in our first recording, and is back to talk about how it went. I was so impressed with Sonja's motivation and passion for saving the environment, and was just as surprised to see her sister is just as motivated and passionate! Definitely worth a listen!

Founded by author T. A. Barron, the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders (in the US and Canada) ages 8 to 18  who have made a significant positive difference to people or the environment.

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]]> Sonja Michaluk is back, but this time with backup from her sister Charlotte! Winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes for her work protecting wetlands and drinking water sources using a novel bioassessment method she created, Sonja came up with a sustainability challenge to take on with her sister in our first recording, and is back to talk about how it went. I was so impressed with Sonja's motivation and passion for saving the environment, and was just as surprised to see her sister is just as motivated and passionate! Definitely worth a listen!

Founded by author T. A. Barron, the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders (in the US and Canada) ages 8 to 18  who have made a significant positive difference to people or the environment.

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]]> Protecting Wetlands, With Science! w/ Sonja Michaluk Protecting Wetlands, With Science! w/ Sonja Michaluk Sun, 22 Jan 2023 07:03:47 GMT 41:14 467803d8-ab47-462b-a414-868d4a2668e9 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Protecting-Wetlands--With-Science--w-Sonja-Michaluk-e1tpslv 65f35dca0f24540016c76773 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 37 Sonja Michaluk of New Jersey works passionately to protect wetlands and drinking water sources using a novel bioassessment method she created. For more than a decade, she has collected scientific data and shared it with policy makers to help conserve ecologically sensitive wetlands, critical habitat for threatened species, wildlife corridors, and old growth forests. Through her Conservation Communities Initiative, she has protected more than 50 acres of wetlands in densely populated Central New Jersey – and is working to preserve 250 more. Her years spent streamside have also led to the identification of a threatened amphibian species and protection of its habitat. At the age of 17, she was one of the winners of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes.

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]]> Sonja Michaluk of New Jersey works passionately to protect wetlands and drinking water sources using a novel bioassessment method she created. For more than a decade, she has collected scientific data and shared it with policy makers to help conserve ecologically sensitive wetlands, critical habitat for threatened species, wildlife corridors, and old growth forests. Through her Conservation Communities Initiative, she has protected more than 50 acres of wetlands in densely populated Central New Jersey – and is working to preserve 250 more. Her years spent streamside have also led to the identification of a threatened amphibian species and protection of its habitat. At the age of 17, she was one of the winners of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes.

Founded by author T. A. Barron, the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders (in the US and Canada) ages 8 to 18  who have made a significant positive difference to people or the environment.

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]]> Sustainably Scoring Amazon w/ Lizzie Horvitz Sustainably Scoring Amazon w/ Lizzie Horvitz Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:32:58 GMT 42:42 6e02d791-5f6c-4bed-acc7-72d559d3a5d5 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainably-Scoring-Amazon-w-Lizzie-Horvitz-e1t6bp6 65f35dca0f24540016c76774 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 36 Lizzie Horvitz has been passionate about sustainability since the age of 16 when she lived off the grid. It was there that, depending only on wind energy and rainwater, she saw the solution of climate change before fully understanding the problem.

She founded Finch, a browser extension that helps you select sustainable products on Amazon. It's a tool that educates people on the ins and outs of sustainability by turning complex scientific facts into simple, actionable insights. Their goal is to make it easier to shop sustainably online, add more transparency to online purchases, and dispel lots of the myths around the nonsense marketing terms like "green," or "organic" that drive consumer behavior but has little impact.

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]]> Lizzie Horvitz has been passionate about sustainability since the age of 16 when she lived off the grid. It was there that, depending only on wind energy and rainwater, she saw the solution of climate change before fully understanding the problem.

She founded Finch, a browser extension that helps you select sustainable products on Amazon. It's a tool that educates people on the ins and outs of sustainability by turning complex scientific facts into simple, actionable insights. Their goal is to make it easier to shop sustainably online, add more transparency to online purchases, and dispel lots of the myths around the nonsense marketing terms like "green," or "organic" that drive consumer behavior but has little impact.

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]]> Upgrading Infrastructure w/ Javad Mohammadi Upgrading Infrastructure w/ Javad Mohammadi Fri, 23 Dec 2022 07:29:08 GMT 43:25 f487c843-9409-486d-87b3-72d235c7ccec false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Upgrading-Infrastructure-w-Javad-Mohammadi-e1sitat 65f35dca0f24540016c76775 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 35 Javad Mohammadi is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include multi-agent optimization and machine learning in networked cyber-physical systems, including smart grid-interactive buildings, power grid, and electrified transportation systems. In short, he's solving problems and figuring out how to make our electric grids smarter with artificial intelligence!


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]]> Javad Mohammadi is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include multi-agent optimization and machine learning in networked cyber-physical systems, including smart grid-interactive buildings, power grid, and electrified transportation systems. In short, he's solving problems and figuring out how to make our electric grids smarter with artificial intelligence!


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]]> Digital, Sustainable Construction w/ Paul Laycock (VinZero) Digital, Sustainable Construction w/ Paul Laycock (VinZero) Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:48:49 GMT 41:32 2db3c044-e259-42c3-af51-93bd37715a5d false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Digital--Sustainable-Construction-w-Paul-Laycock-VinZero-e1sb46d 65f35dca0f24540016c76776 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 34 Climate change can be seen as a disaster or an opportunity. Paul Laycock and his company VinZero is a new global company with a goal to cut major emissions from one of the biggest emitting sectors globally: construction. Paul and his staff at VinZero are passionate about facilitating the construction industries digital journey to meet net zero outcomes via digital solutions. According to VinZero, connectivity of processes and design ideas through digitalization is the fastest way for us to achieve more, and use less. To build right, from the start. The global focus on sustainability presents the biggest opportunity for industry to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Now is the time to prepare for the future.

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]]> Climate change can be seen as a disaster or an opportunity. Paul Laycock and his company VinZero is a new global company with a goal to cut major emissions from one of the biggest emitting sectors globally: construction. Paul and his staff at VinZero are passionate about facilitating the construction industries digital journey to meet net zero outcomes via digital solutions. According to VinZero, connectivity of processes and design ideas through digitalization is the fastest way for us to achieve more, and use less. To build right, from the start. The global focus on sustainability presents the biggest opportunity for industry to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Now is the time to prepare for the future.

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]]> 8 Billion Day w/ Michael Bayliss 8 Billion Day w/ Michael Bayliss Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:52:46 GMT 43:34 80615705-f8fc-473e-8733-58048705d4cd false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/8-Billion-Day-w-Michael-Bayliss-e1rib7e 65f35dca0f24540016c76777 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 33 Today I'm following up with Michael Bayliss, host of the Post-Growth Australia Podcast (PGAP), activist for within the environmental and post-growth movements, Communications Manager and former Victoria/Tasmanian President at Sustainable Population Australia (SPA). Last time we spoke, he decided to taken on a personal challenge, but the challenge ended up taking a life of it's own and evolved into a project that he's now dedicated to! Also, we discuss the upcoming 8 billion day: the day when the population of earth hits 8 billion. 

Definitely check out his podcast, where Michael talks to experts to unpack the notion of post-growth societies and what this means for us, for future generations and for the planet.

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]]> Today I'm following up with Michael Bayliss, host of the Post-Growth Australia Podcast (PGAP), activist for within the environmental and post-growth movements, Communications Manager and former Victoria/Tasmanian President at Sustainable Population Australia (SPA). Last time we spoke, he decided to taken on a personal challenge, but the challenge ended up taking a life of it's own and evolved into a project that he's now dedicated to! Also, we discuss the upcoming 8 billion day: the day when the population of earth hits 8 billion. 

Definitely check out his podcast, where Michael talks to experts to unpack the notion of post-growth societies and what this means for us, for future generations and for the planet.

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]]> This Sustainable House w/ Anna DeSimone This Sustainable House w/ Anna DeSimone Fri, 18 Nov 2022 05:14:47 GMT 52:58 e8decac2-f0ca-414d-b21c-dd5715b818c5 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/This-Sustainable-House-w-Anna-DeSimone-e1qs39f 65f35dca0f24540016c76778 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 32 Anna DeSimone is the author of Live In A Home That Pays You Back, Housing Finance 2020: New Mortgage Programs for the New Generation of Homebuyers, Retirement Planning and Investing, and Welcome to the Agrihood: Housing, Shopping, and Gardening for a Farm-to-Table Lifestyle. She is a nationally recognized expert in housing finance, and author of more than 40 professional guidebooks and over 600 articles on the topic of fair and responsible lending. She may be an expert in making homes sustainable, but let's see if she's willing to make her life sustainable as well!

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]]> Anna DeSimone is the author of Live In A Home That Pays You Back, Housing Finance 2020: New Mortgage Programs for the New Generation of Homebuyers, Retirement Planning and Investing, and Welcome to the Agrihood: Housing, Shopping, and Gardening for a Farm-to-Table Lifestyle. She is a nationally recognized expert in housing finance, and author of more than 40 professional guidebooks and over 600 articles on the topic of fair and responsible lending. She may be an expert in making homes sustainable, but let's see if she's willing to make her life sustainable as well!

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]]> Following Up w/ Jill Wagner Following Up w/ Jill Wagner Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:58:34 GMT 25:21 46527c79-9887-4ac6-9b4c-17402d8efdb0 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Following-Up-w-Jill-Wagner-e1pu5d7 65f35dca0f24540016c76779 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 31 Jill Wagner of Terraformation and the Hawaii Island Seed Bank returns to talk about the results of her sustainability challenge and how her mission of reforesting the planet is progressing! Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time for a long conversation, but I'm looking to having another one with her someday!

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]]> Jill Wagner of Terraformation and the Hawaii Island Seed Bank returns to talk about the results of her sustainability challenge and how her mission of reforesting the planet is progressing! Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time for a long conversation, but I'm looking to having another one with her someday!

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]]> Water Is The Way w/ Anthony Ricchio Water Is The Way w/ Anthony Ricchio Fri, 07 Oct 2022 08:08:01 GMT 39:19 d9916880-2613-4853-a707-9dfaade8474a false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Water-Is-The-Way-w-Anthony-Ricchio-e1orho6 65f35dca0f24540016c7677a 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 30 Anthony Ricchio is an entrepreneur and sustainability influencer I connected with on Instagram and had some interesting chats on sustainability so I decided to invite him onto the podcast and have our sustainability discussion via video chat! The resulting chat ended up being an enlightening, open, and stimulating conversation on sustainability!

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]]> Anthony Ricchio is an entrepreneur and sustainability influencer I connected with on Instagram and had some interesting chats on sustainability so I decided to invite him onto the podcast and have our sustainability discussion via video chat! The resulting chat ended up being an enlightening, open, and stimulating conversation on sustainability!

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]]> Hawaii: Case Study for the World w/ Joshua Spodek Pt. 2 Hawaii: Case Study for the World w/ Joshua Spodek Pt. 2 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:15:50 GMT 45:39 cc0c4717-8209-4ec1-90ab-9e380360fab9 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Hawaii-Case-Study-for-the-World-w-Joshua-Spodek-Pt--2-e1nus9p 65f35dca0f24540016c7677b 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 29 Today we continued our discussion about Hawaii being a case study for the direction the entire world is going: pollution leading to reducing the capacity for our planet to sustain life. Joshua Spodek is host of This Sustainable Life podcast and author of Leadership Step By Step. He guided me once again through exploring my own feelings while stopping me from evading negative feelings about my own pollution and instead exploring them. It ended up being a great conversation on sustainability! Tune in!

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]]> Today we continued our discussion about Hawaii being a case study for the direction the entire world is going: pollution leading to reducing the capacity for our planet to sustain life. Joshua Spodek is host of This Sustainable Life podcast and author of Leadership Step By Step. He guided me once again through exploring my own feelings while stopping me from evading negative feelings about my own pollution and instead exploring them. It ended up being a great conversation on sustainability! Tune in!

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]]> Reddit to Reforesting w/ Yishan Wong Reddit to Reforesting w/ Yishan Wong Sat, 03 Sep 2022 18:00:22 GMT 1:01:57 56c4ac59-1745-4111-8eae-752b24ebeccd false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Reddit-to-Reforesting-w-Yishan-Wong-e1nb3a3 65f35dca0f24540016c7677c 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 28 Yishan Wong is an engineer and entrepreneur who has worked at big name companies like Paypal and Facebook, and was CEO of Reddit. After leaving Reddit, he used his knowledge of the tech industry and combined it with the knowledge of Solve For Nature former guest, Jill Wagner, to found Terraformation, a company designed to take down climate change through tech-powered reforestation. He's a brilliant mind, and I was so excited to talk to him, so tune in!

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]]> Yishan Wong is an engineer and entrepreneur who has worked at big name companies like Paypal and Facebook, and was CEO of Reddit. After leaving Reddit, he used his knowledge of the tech industry and combined it with the knowledge of Solve For Nature former guest, Jill Wagner, to found Terraformation, a company designed to take down climate change through tech-powered reforestation. He's a brilliant mind, and I was so excited to talk to him, so tune in!

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]]> Special Episode - The Inflation Reduction Act w/ Joshua Spodek Special Episode - The Inflation Reduction Act w/ Joshua Spodek Sun, 14 Aug 2022 21:51:58 GMT 42:59 687c27c1-3fbe-4de4-89e4-eed8c5eea828 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Special-Episode---The-Inflation-Reduction-Act-w-Joshua-Spodek-e1mghqs 65f35dca0f24540016c7677d 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full Inflation Reduction Act just passed through the senate, house, and is now heading for President Biden's desk. Today we’re going to talk about what’s in it, and then have a discussion on sustainability and whether this bill is making us more sustainable or not with Joshua Spodek, Author of Leadership Step by Step, Professor at NYU, and probably the most sustainably living person in the USA. Tune in!

The Inflation Reduction Act Summary by the Bipartisan Policy Center

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]]> Inflation Reduction Act just passed through the senate, house, and is now heading for President Biden's desk. Today we’re going to talk about what’s in it, and then have a discussion on sustainability and whether this bill is making us more sustainable or not with Joshua Spodek, Author of Leadership Step by Step, Professor at NYU, and probably the most sustainably living person in the USA. Tune in!

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]]> Hawaii: Case Study for The World w/ Joshua Spodek Pt. 1 Hawaii: Case Study for The World w/ Joshua Spodek Pt. 1 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 06:57:13 GMT 42:30 746da6ba-c87c-4239-ad11-f99ca50c277a false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Hawaii-Case-Study-for-The-World-w-Joshua-Spodek-Pt--1-e1mf1h2 65f35dca0f24540016c7677e 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 27 Today, I have something a little different for you. Usually, I'm interviewing someone on my podcast, but today, I'm the one getting interviewed! Some of you may know, I recently moved to Hawaii and ended up buying a home here. However, in looking for a house, I found myself feeling conflicted about it, and Joshua Spodek, host of This Sustainable Life podcast, suggested we talk about it. It was a good conversation that forced me to explore some of my own feelings about sustainability conflicting with my own personal wants for me, my wife, and my daughter. I hope some of you out there can relate to the feelings I felt, and I hope the conversation is helpful to some of you! 

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]]> Today, I have something a little different for you. Usually, I'm interviewing someone on my podcast, but today, I'm the one getting interviewed! Some of you may know, I recently moved to Hawaii and ended up buying a home here. However, in looking for a house, I found myself feeling conflicted about it, and Joshua Spodek, host of This Sustainable Life podcast, suggested we talk about it. It was a good conversation that forced me to explore some of my own feelings about sustainability conflicting with my own personal wants for me, my wife, and my daughter. I hope some of you out there can relate to the feelings I felt, and I hope the conversation is helpful to some of you! 

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]]> Banking Sustainably w/ John Hartman (Ando) Banking Sustainably w/ John Hartman (Ando) Sat, 30 Jul 2022 08:34:34 GMT 50:44 b77cce52-5ffe-4c73-ac33-d262530a35cf false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Banking-Sustainably-w-John-Hartman-Ando-e1lsj02 65f35dca0f24540016c7677f 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 26 John Hartman is currently CMO of Ando, the leader in sustainable banking. He is an award-winning marketing executive who's worked with brands such as Oakley, SkullCandy, Volcom, L'Oreal, Lancome, Intuit, RayBan, HugoBoss, AAA, AARP, Intuit, WarnerBros and Taylor Guitars.

Ando has disrupted the traditional banking industry by investing customer money exclusively in green initiatives like renewable energy and responsible agriculture, potentially giving users 27 times the impact of other environmental actions. Additionally, Ando is 100 percent transparent as to where those investments are made. These are just two of the many reasons Ando has been named a Certified B Corp, a recognition of their commitment to building a sustainable, inclusive economy that works for everyone. Ando users pay no monthly fees while enjoying the possibility of early paydays and easy transfers from old accounts.

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]]> John Hartman is currently CMO of Ando, the leader in sustainable banking. He is an award-winning marketing executive who's worked with brands such as Oakley, SkullCandy, Volcom, L'Oreal, Lancome, Intuit, RayBan, HugoBoss, AAA, AARP, Intuit, WarnerBros and Taylor Guitars.

Ando has disrupted the traditional banking industry by investing customer money exclusively in green initiatives like renewable energy and responsible agriculture, potentially giving users 27 times the impact of other environmental actions. Additionally, Ando is 100 percent transparent as to where those investments are made. These are just two of the many reasons Ando has been named a Certified B Corp, a recognition of their commitment to building a sustainable, inclusive economy that works for everyone. Ando users pay no monthly fees while enjoying the possibility of early paydays and easy transfers from old accounts.

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]]> Developing Climate Resilience w/ David A. Dodd Developing Climate Resilience w/ David A. Dodd Sun, 17 Jul 2022 07:05:08 GMT 46:09 f1b60e0f-c98e-4aaf-9608-9771893e332f false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Developing-Climate-Resilience-w-David-A--Dodd-e1l2ej0 65f35dca0f24540016c76780 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 25 David A. Dodd is the head of the globally recognized International Sustainable Resilience Center, Inc (ISRC), and having dealt with two near death experiences, David has a unique take on resilience at both the macro and micro scale.

After surviving his two near death experiences, he was determined to make a positive impact on this world. In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina hit, David shifted his focus to disaster recovery and resilience. In 2011, while crafting an economic recovery strategy for Japan after the Fukushima Tsunami, the idea of the International Sustainable Resilience Center was born.  ISRC is dedicated to furthering the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals and is one of 8 Public Private Partnership (PPP) Specialist Centers of Excellence affiliated with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe International PPP Centre of Excellence.  ISRC strives to improve disaster resilience and sustainability worldwide by specializing in providing "People first" PPPs that are sustainable and enhance disaster resilience, as well as integrating sustainability and resilience into PPPs of all types, globally. 

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]]> David A. Dodd is the head of the globally recognized International Sustainable Resilience Center, Inc (ISRC), and having dealt with two near death experiences, David has a unique take on resilience at both the macro and micro scale.

After surviving his two near death experiences, he was determined to make a positive impact on this world. In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina hit, David shifted his focus to disaster recovery and resilience. In 2011, while crafting an economic recovery strategy for Japan after the Fukushima Tsunami, the idea of the International Sustainable Resilience Center was born.  ISRC is dedicated to furthering the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals and is one of 8 Public Private Partnership (PPP) Specialist Centers of Excellence affiliated with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe International PPP Centre of Excellence.  ISRC strives to improve disaster resilience and sustainability worldwide by specializing in providing "People first" PPPs that are sustainable and enhance disaster resilience, as well as integrating sustainability and resilience into PPPs of all types, globally. 

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]]> Conservatives for Clean Energy w/ Steve Melink Conservatives for Clean Energy w/ Steve Melink Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:21:46 GMT 38:56 bc004022-a659-4ebe-974c-be9f391615f1 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Conservatives-for-Clean-Energy-w-Steve-Melink-e1jndgd 65f35dca0f24540016c76781 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 24 Steve Melink is the Forbes Books author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a Cincinnati, Ohio-based company considered a pioneer in renewable energy solutions for the commercial building industry. He also is a national speaker on sustainability, clean energy and zero-energy buildings, and has consulted with federal and state legislators.

So often renewable energy is politicized: if you're on the left, you must support green energy, if you're on the right, you must support fossil fuels. But Steve shows us that renewable energy has nothing to do with politics: it's the energy of the future. It's cleaner, healthier for us, and most importantly (from an economic standpoint), it's cheaper! 

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]]> Steve Melink is the Forbes Books author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a Cincinnati, Ohio-based company considered a pioneer in renewable energy solutions for the commercial building industry. He also is a national speaker on sustainability, clean energy and zero-energy buildings, and has consulted with federal and state legislators.

So often renewable energy is politicized: if you're on the left, you must support green energy, if you're on the right, you must support fossil fuels. But Steve shows us that renewable energy has nothing to do with politics: it's the energy of the future. It's cleaner, healthier for us, and most importantly (from an economic standpoint), it's cheaper! 

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]]> The Music of The Ocean w/ Joshua Sam Miller The Music of The Ocean w/ Joshua Sam Miller Sat, 11 Jun 2022 07:12:32 GMT 44:37 00dddba2-ecf0-4d44-9671-77e800d52da9 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/The-Music-of-The-Ocean-w-Joshua-Sam-Miller-e1jndce 65f35dca0f24540016c76782 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 23 Joshua Sam Miller is an environmental activist, mindful musician and immersive media producer dedicated to raising world-wide environmental awareness by curating immersive sound and visual experiences in support of ocean conservation. His work as a multi-disciplinary artist and conscious entrepreneur is motivated to support a healthier, more sustainable world. He believes that modern society has created an unhealthy model that leads too often towards stress, burnout and environmental pollution. Featured all over the world - and debuting at Burning Man 2019 - his work seeks to inspire more connection, love and understanding between human beings and the natural world.  

Just in time for World Oceans Day, Miller aims to raise environmental awareness and inspire connection with Sounds of the Ocean - Live in Concert – an album that tells the story of what is really happening in our underwater world by pairing recordings of whales, dolphins and ocean sound with live instruments such as clarinet, handpan, piano, kalimba, singing bowls and saxophone. With 100% of profits going directly to support ocean conservation groups around the world, Miller invites listeners to listen mindfully and offer oneself permission to enjoy the experience and soak up the good vibes, while being open to making a few adjustments in our daily lives to help these creatures thrive for many generations to come. From this place of awareness and abundance, the hope is we realize the impact we are having on the ocean and can commit to better protection around the world. 

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]]> Joshua Sam Miller is an environmental activist, mindful musician and immersive media producer dedicated to raising world-wide environmental awareness by curating immersive sound and visual experiences in support of ocean conservation. His work as a multi-disciplinary artist and conscious entrepreneur is motivated to support a healthier, more sustainable world. He believes that modern society has created an unhealthy model that leads too often towards stress, burnout and environmental pollution. Featured all over the world - and debuting at Burning Man 2019 - his work seeks to inspire more connection, love and understanding between human beings and the natural world.  

Just in time for World Oceans Day, Miller aims to raise environmental awareness and inspire connection with Sounds of the Ocean - Live in Concert – an album that tells the story of what is really happening in our underwater world by pairing recordings of whales, dolphins and ocean sound with live instruments such as clarinet, handpan, piano, kalimba, singing bowls and saxophone. With 100% of profits going directly to support ocean conservation groups around the world, Miller invites listeners to listen mindfully and offer oneself permission to enjoy the experience and soak up the good vibes, while being open to making a few adjustments in our daily lives to help these creatures thrive for many generations to come. From this place of awareness and abundance, the hope is we realize the impact we are having on the ocean and can commit to better protection around the world. 

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]]> Clearly Renewable w/ Veeral Hardev Clearly Renewable w/ Veeral Hardev Sun, 22 May 2022 01:08:59 GMT 54:29 fbbbdf9c-6810-4c0d-9d19-34d6d1adfc4a false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Clearly-Renewable-w-Veeral-Hardev-e1iprps 65f35dca0f24540016c76783 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 22 Veeral Hardev is the VP of Strategy at Ubiquitous Energy. He has over a decade of experience commercializing novel nano-materials products for the electronics industry. Why's that important? Because Ubiquitous Energy and the group of MIT and MSU scientists that started it, are looking for new ways to reduce humanity’s carbon footprint by seamlessly integrating solar power technology into everyday products and surfaces. 

Ubiquitous Energy is the world leader in transparent solar technology working towards a goal of helping solve climate change by creating truly transparent renewable energy for every surface across the globe. Ubiquitous Energy’s patented technology, UE Power™, is the world’s first invisible electricity-generating alternative to traditional windows. UE Power™ harvests solar energy and serves as an invisible, onboard source of electricity for greater energy efficiency. Founded by scientists from MIT, Ubiquitous Energy is now producing its highly transparent, efficient solar cells in a production facility in Silicon Valley.

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]]> Veeral Hardev is the VP of Strategy at Ubiquitous Energy. He has over a decade of experience commercializing novel nano-materials products for the electronics industry. Why's that important? Because Ubiquitous Energy and the group of MIT and MSU scientists that started it, are looking for new ways to reduce humanity’s carbon footprint by seamlessly integrating solar power technology into everyday products and surfaces. 

Ubiquitous Energy is the world leader in transparent solar technology working towards a goal of helping solve climate change by creating truly transparent renewable energy for every surface across the globe. Ubiquitous Energy’s patented technology, UE Power™, is the world’s first invisible electricity-generating alternative to traditional windows. UE Power™ harvests solar energy and serves as an invisible, onboard source of electricity for greater energy efficiency. Founded by scientists from MIT, Ubiquitous Energy is now producing its highly transparent, efficient solar cells in a production facility in Silicon Valley.

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]]> Sustainable Farming: Ocean Style w/ Neil Sims Sustainable Farming: Ocean Style w/ Neil Sims Sat, 07 May 2022 02:58:48 GMT 1:11:26 c0f0d2cd-65a9-4872-8cad-274a7c77d66b false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainable-Farming-Ocean-Style-w-Neil-Sims-e1i6gfi 65f35dca0f24540016c76784 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 21 Neil Sims is a marine biologist with a professional commitment to "softening mankind's footprint on the seas". After working in fisheries management he began to recognize the need for us all to move "more towards a culture of nurture" of marine resources rather than a purely extractive approach. As marine finfish stocks worldwide continued to decline, Neil and his partners saw both opportunity and imperative to apply their invertebrate hatchery and growout expertise to help solve the world's looming seafood crisis and formed Ocean Era, formerly Kampachi Farms.

Ocean Era focuses on the global need for expanded production of high-value, marine fin-fish, and pursuit of "next generation" technologies, including: remote offshore culture systems, more sustainable and scale-able feeds, and new species based in Hawaii. Through innovative research, and application of the best available science, Ocean Era strives to remain on the cutting edge of healthy, environmentally responsible seafood.

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]]> Neil Sims is a marine biologist with a professional commitment to "softening mankind's footprint on the seas". After working in fisheries management he began to recognize the need for us all to move "more towards a culture of nurture" of marine resources rather than a purely extractive approach. As marine finfish stocks worldwide continued to decline, Neil and his partners saw both opportunity and imperative to apply their invertebrate hatchery and growout expertise to help solve the world's looming seafood crisis and formed Ocean Era, formerly Kampachi Farms.

Ocean Era focuses on the global need for expanded production of high-value, marine fin-fish, and pursuit of "next generation" technologies, including: remote offshore culture systems, more sustainable and scale-able feeds, and new species based in Hawaii. Through innovative research, and application of the best available science, Ocean Era strives to remain on the cutting edge of healthy, environmentally responsible seafood.

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]]> Weathering Climate Change w/ Bonnie Schneider Weathering Climate Change w/ Bonnie Schneider Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:51:06 GMT 42:07 e051ee3e-e62e-4a89-afb9-6636037f0a83 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Weathering-Climate-Change-w-Bonnie-Schneider-e1ef912 65f35dca0f24540016c76785 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 20 The impacts of climate change have become dire. Rising temperatures, volatile weather, and poor air quality affect our physical and mental health in dangerous new ways. From increasing the risk of infectious disease to amplifying emotional stress and anxiety—even the healthiest among us are at risk. To help you deal with the stresses that come from climate change, Bonnie Schneider has authored the book Taking The Heat: How Climate Change is Affecting Your Mind, Body, and Spirit and What You Can Do About It. In it, Schneider provides crucial advice from science experts and medical professionals to help you cope with climate anxiety, identifying climate-related health hazards, and a lot more! So today, Bonnie agreed to come and talk with me about some of the ways climate is affecting us all, and what we can do about it! Listen in!

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]]> The impacts of climate change have become dire. Rising temperatures, volatile weather, and poor air quality affect our physical and mental health in dangerous new ways. From increasing the risk of infectious disease to amplifying emotional stress and anxiety—even the healthiest among us are at risk. To help you deal with the stresses that come from climate change, Bonnie Schneider has authored the book Taking The Heat: How Climate Change is Affecting Your Mind, Body, and Spirit and What You Can Do About It. In it, Schneider provides crucial advice from science experts and medical professionals to help you cope with climate anxiety, identifying climate-related health hazards, and a lot more! So today, Bonnie agreed to come and talk with me about some of the ways climate is affecting us all, and what we can do about it! Listen in!

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]]> Making Your Voice (And Wallet) Heard w/ Tanja Hester Making Your Voice (And Wallet) Heard w/ Tanja Hester Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:10:48 GMT 58:36 c33450a4-9a88-43f0-9f93-71dc178ab1ea false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Making-Your-Voice-And-Wallet-Heard-w-Tanja-Hester-e1digl9 65f35dca0f24540016c76786 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 19 Tanja Hester is the author of Wallet Activism: How to Use Every Dollar You Spend, Earn, and Save as a Force for Change and Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny-Pinching Way. She spent most of her career as a consultant to Democratic politics and progressive issue campaigns, and before that as a public radio journalist. Tanja retired early at the age of thirty-eight. She documented the process on her award-winning financial independence/retire early (FIRE) blog, Our Next Life. Today, we're going to be talking about how every purchase you buy matters, and how every one counts as a vote for the way you want the world to be. Are your purchases aligned with your values?

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]]> Tanja Hester is the author of Wallet Activism: How to Use Every Dollar You Spend, Earn, and Save as a Force for Change and Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny-Pinching Way. She spent most of her career as a consultant to Democratic politics and progressive issue campaigns, and before that as a public radio journalist. Tanja retired early at the age of thirty-eight. She documented the process on her award-winning financial independence/retire early (FIRE) blog, Our Next Life. Today, we're going to be talking about how every purchase you buy matters, and how every one counts as a vote for the way you want the world to be. Are your purchases aligned with your values?

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]]> Bringing Climate Change to Bear w/ Doug Chadwick Bringing Climate Change to Bear w/ Doug Chadwick Thu, 13 Jan 2022 07:43:24 GMT 31:39 2403bb1d-85b6-44d9-b115-d866d3d85e4e false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Bringing-Climate-Change-to-Bear-w-Doug-Chadwick-e1ct25s 65f35dca0f24540016c76787 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 18 Remember Doug Chadwick, the wildlife biologist who has written 14 books and more than 200 articles, including National Geographic coverage that spans 35 years? Well he's back to discuss his challenge! Unfortunately, he didn't have too much time to record a full 1-hour episode, but it was still such a joy to talk with Doug. He's such a powerful personality to be around; inspiring in every way.

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]]> Remember Doug Chadwick, the wildlife biologist who has written 14 books and more than 200 articles, including National Geographic coverage that spans 35 years? Well he's back to discuss his challenge! Unfortunately, he didn't have too much time to record a full 1-hour episode, but it was still such a joy to talk with Doug. He's such a powerful personality to be around; inspiring in every way.

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]]> The Population Problem w/ Michael Bayliss The Population Problem w/ Michael Bayliss Thu, 30 Dec 2021 01:53:03 GMT 1:00:11 bb490a00-7789-4f31-a246-d65c36bae0f7 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/The-Population-Problem-w-Michael-Bayliss-e1c7v3c 65f35dca0f24540016c76788 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 17 Today we're talking with Michael Bayliss, host of the Post-Growth Australia Podcast (PGAP), activist for within the environmental and post-growth movements, Communications Manager and former Victoria/Tasmanian President at Sustainable Population Australia (SPA). 

The focus of his work involves advocacy regarding choice for small families and for working cooperatively with our global neighbours to create equitable societies that do not rely on perpetual growth. On his podcast, Michael talks to experts to unpack the notion of post-growth societies and what this means for us, for future generations and for the planet.

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]]> Today we're talking with Michael Bayliss, host of the Post-Growth Australia Podcast (PGAP), activist for within the environmental and post-growth movements, Communications Manager and former Victoria/Tasmanian President at Sustainable Population Australia (SPA). 

The focus of his work involves advocacy regarding choice for small families and for working cooperatively with our global neighbours to create equitable societies that do not rely on perpetual growth. On his podcast, Michael talks to experts to unpack the notion of post-growth societies and what this means for us, for future generations and for the planet.

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]]> <![CDATA[Tech n' Trees: Reforesting Reinvented w/ Jill Wagner]]> Sat, 27 Nov 2021 20:39:40 GMT 55:22 7d36ec34-4b68-4d20-a820-9c4c4a8b8332 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Tech-n-Trees-Reforesting-Reinvented-w-Jill-Wagner-e1atcj3 65f35dca0f24540016c76789 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 16 Jill Wagner is the Chief Forestry Officer at Terraformation, a company that is trying to reinvent reforesting using technology to do what traditional reforesting does in a much shorter timespan. She's a forester, horticulturist and land use specialist, as well as Director of the Hawaiʻi Island Seed Bank and founder of Future Forests Nursery. She's responsible for planting tens of thousands of trees all over the world, and now she's helping us do it faster than ever to slow the effects of climate change, preserve biodiversity, and restore some of our planet back to it's natural state.

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]]> Jill Wagner is the Chief Forestry Officer at Terraformation, a company that is trying to reinvent reforesting using technology to do what traditional reforesting does in a much shorter timespan. She's a forester, horticulturist and land use specialist, as well as Director of the Hawaiʻi Island Seed Bank and founder of Future Forests Nursery. She's responsible for planting tens of thousands of trees all over the world, and now she's helping us do it faster than ever to slow the effects of climate change, preserve biodiversity, and restore some of our planet back to it's natural state.

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]]> Food For The Body, Food For The Earth w/ Michellee Fox Food For The Body, Food For The Earth w/ Michellee Fox Sat, 16 Oct 2021 18:52:23 GMT 51:53 40f34203-46bf-4b3e-b082-38687e88d984 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Food-For-The-Body--Food-For-The-Earth-w-Michellee-Fox-e18so11 65f35dca0f24540016c7678a 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 15 Michellee The Fox Returns! Today we're going to see how her personal challenge went, find out what kind of things Michellee is doing now in the world of slow food cooking and regenerative agriculture, and in a special favor to me, going to teach me a brand new recipe she created, just for ME! So excited! Stay tuned until the end for that recipe! 

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]]> Michellee The Fox Returns! Today we're going to see how her personal challenge went, find out what kind of things Michellee is doing now in the world of slow food cooking and regenerative agriculture, and in a special favor to me, going to teach me a brand new recipe she created, just for ME! So excited! Stay tuned until the end for that recipe! 

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]]> Above and Beyond Plant-Based Foods w/ Martin Williams Above and Beyond Plant-Based Foods w/ Martin Williams Thu, 30 Sep 2021 06:48:16 GMT 1:05:37 2736f072-a396-4699-b1be-46d64e7cbb94 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Above-and-Beyond-Plant-Based-Foods-w-Martin-Williams-e183neo 65f35dca0f24540016c7678b 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 14 Martin Williams is the co-founder, president & chief innovation officer of Above Food. He has over 20 years experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (or CPG) in Innovation, Marketing, Operations, and Product Development. Now, with Above Food, he is working on producing and distributing identity preserved ingredients in North America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. In short, they are trying to make plant-based foods that are delicious, organic, better for you, better for the planet, and transparent. Not foods that are actually see-through, but foods that are traceable: they believe you should know who is making your food, where it's coming from, and exactly what's in it. No more smoke and mirrors from the foods we eat! Today we're going to spend time covering a bit of all of that: what kinds of foods they're making, how they manage transparent food chains, and how to make plant-based foods healthy and delicious.

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]]> Martin Williams is the co-founder, president & chief innovation officer of Above Food. He has over 20 years experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (or CPG) in Innovation, Marketing, Operations, and Product Development. Now, with Above Food, he is working on producing and distributing identity preserved ingredients in North America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. In short, they are trying to make plant-based foods that are delicious, organic, better for you, better for the planet, and transparent. Not foods that are actually see-through, but foods that are traceable: they believe you should know who is making your food, where it's coming from, and exactly what's in it. No more smoke and mirrors from the foods we eat! Today we're going to spend time covering a bit of all of that: what kinds of foods they're making, how they manage transparent food chains, and how to make plant-based foods healthy and delicious.

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]]> Sayonara, Single-use! w/ Isabel Aagaard Sayonara, Single-use! w/ Isabel Aagaard Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:58:39 GMT 44:54 81da7e5a-c4c1-4fc2-ac32-66dd0b595553 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sayonara--Single-use--w-Isabel-Aagaard-e16q14e 65f35dca0f24540016c7678c 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 13 Isabel Aagaard is an entrepreneur and collaborative designer on a mission to eliminate single-use plastic by creating reusable alternatives to single-use items we use daily. She's the creator of the world’s first reusable cotton swab, LastSwab, which raised more than 1.2M USD from more than 30,000 backers on crowdfunding platforms. Her products are made to last more than 1000 times and are easy to use and re-use, making it simple for people to break their throwaway habits and start going zero-waste. So far Isabel has helped eliminate over 1 billion single-use items, and she aims to make that 50 billion by 2023.

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]]> Isabel Aagaard is an entrepreneur and collaborative designer on a mission to eliminate single-use plastic by creating reusable alternatives to single-use items we use daily. She's the creator of the world’s first reusable cotton swab, LastSwab, which raised more than 1.2M USD from more than 30,000 backers on crowdfunding platforms. Her products are made to last more than 1000 times and are easy to use and re-use, making it simple for people to break their throwaway habits and start going zero-waste. So far Isabel has helped eliminate over 1 billion single-use items, and she aims to make that 50 billion by 2023.

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]]> Brother (Grizzly) Bear w/ Doug Chadwick Brother (Grizzly) Bear w/ Doug Chadwick Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:57:04 GMT 1:12:47 f20b4dfd-f51a-4b82-9b22-70bcfbe32307 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Brother-Grizzly-Bear-w-Doug-Chadwick-e15vkmi 65f35dca0f24540016c7678d 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 12 Doug Chadwick is an author, nature photographer, and animal researcher that has spent decades living among wild animals. He has a unique, up-close and personal relationship with the natural world. As such, he's seen first-hand the effects climate change has had on the animal kingdom, and it turns out, we're not so different from the animals he studies every single day...

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]]> Doug Chadwick is an author, nature photographer, and animal researcher that has spent decades living among wild animals. He has a unique, up-close and personal relationship with the natural world. As such, he's seen first-hand the effects climate change has had on the animal kingdom, and it turns out, we're not so different from the animals he studies every single day...

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]]> Waves, Beaches, and Climate Change w/ Kim McCoy Waves, Beaches, and Climate Change w/ Kim McCoy Sat, 24 Jul 2021 05:40:03 GMT 1:06:23 c40d7fdc-aea5-49d6-beca-8924f8659391 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Waves--Beaches--and-Climate-Change-w-Kim-McCoy-e14u9sl 65f35dca0f24540016c7678e 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 11 Kim McCoy is a man who has spent his life at sea, studying the waves, beaches, marine life, and how they are tied to our land and lives. A man of the natural world, his book is a fantastic look into the world of the ocean. Today we're here to talk oceans, beaches, climate change, and how the human race has shaped the world we live in. Tune in!

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]]> Kim McCoy is a man who has spent his life at sea, studying the waves, beaches, marine life, and how they are tied to our land and lives. A man of the natural world, his book is a fantastic look into the world of the ocean. Today we're here to talk oceans, beaches, climate change, and how the human race has shaped the world we live in. Tune in!

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]]> More Renewable Energy with IGS Energy More Renewable Energy with IGS Energy Wed, 14 Jul 2021 02:00:00 GMT 32:06 56a327e5-5273-4123-a047-96e915724e34 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/More-Renewable-Energy-with-IGS-Energy-e14ls29 65f35dca0f24540016c7678f 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 10 Jen Bowden and Joe Haugen from IGS Energy both took on sustainability challenges the last time they were on the show, discussing renewable energy and the Texas blackouts. Curious to see how their challenges went? What did they learn from the attempt? Only one way to find out! Listen in!

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]]> Jen Bowden and Joe Haugen from IGS Energy both took on sustainability challenges the last time they were on the show, discussing renewable energy and the Texas blackouts. Curious to see how their challenges went? What did they learn from the attempt? Only one way to find out! Listen in!

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]]> <![CDATA[More Sustainable Industrial Agriculture - Iza & Samo Login Part 2]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 19:56:20 GMT 43:25 c5be0084-5d24-4dd0-86c8-1ac0333a1694 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/More-Sustainable-Industrial-Agriculture---Iza--Samo-Login-Part-2-e13e652 65f35dca0f24540016c76790 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 9 Iza & Samo Login are back for Part 2 of their sustainability challenge! Were they able to succeed? Remember what their challenge was? We even dive a little more into their foundation and how they are helping to evolve industrial agriculture models to become more sustainable. Tune in!


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]]> Iza & Samo Login are back for Part 2 of their sustainability challenge! Were they able to succeed? Remember what their challenge was? We even dive a little more into their foundation and how they are helping to evolve industrial agriculture models to become more sustainable. Tune in!


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]]> Sustainable Disruption in Business - David Radlo, Part 1 Sustainable Disruption in Business - David Radlo, Part 1 Mon, 31 May 2021 20:09:16 GMT 49:41 5ee06298-9b94-4a90-bb48-345b4a67a652 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainable-Disruption-in-Business---David-Radlo--Part-1-e11uagh 65f35dca0f24540016c76791 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 8 David Radlo is the best-selling author of Principles of Cartel Disruption: Accelerate and Maximize Performance, and an internationally-recognized expert in leadership, innovation, and growth. He is a partner with RB Markets-Achievemost, a Masters professional outside director, a growth coach, and an International Fortune 500 speaker. He is experienced in the US and globally, building sustainable consumer food brands such as Born Free, Farmer’s Best, and Egg-Land’s Best, and has personally negotiated agreements with Fidel Castro. His accomplishments in his 28 years as a CEO include delivering a six-fold increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), and a 30-fold increase in enterprise value. He is a graduate of Tufts University and NYU’s Stern School of Business.

David says companies today can’t afford to pay only lip service to sustainability issues. But we're going to see if he will do more than just pay lip service to sustainability when it comes to taking on a personal challenge in his own life!

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]]> David Radlo is the best-selling author of Principles of Cartel Disruption: Accelerate and Maximize Performance, and an internationally-recognized expert in leadership, innovation, and growth. He is a partner with RB Markets-Achievemost, a Masters professional outside director, a growth coach, and an International Fortune 500 speaker. He is experienced in the US and globally, building sustainable consumer food brands such as Born Free, Farmer’s Best, and Egg-Land’s Best, and has personally negotiated agreements with Fidel Castro. His accomplishments in his 28 years as a CEO include delivering a six-fold increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), and a 30-fold increase in enterprise value. He is a graduate of Tufts University and NYU’s Stern School of Business.

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]]> Efficient Buildings Fighting Climate Change - Steve Melink, Part 1 Efficient Buildings Fighting Climate Change - Steve Melink, Part 1 Fri, 07 May 2021 20:21:37 GMT 49:18 b2d74896-5322-45d5-81f3-558670fb5ddf false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Efficient-Buildings-Fighting-Climate-Change---Steve-Melink--Part-1-e10f2ne 65f35dca0f24540016c76792 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 7 Many large companies are transitioning to renewable/clean energy as the world confronts climate change. But what about the small and medium-sized companies that may not have the money to switch to renewable energy? What are the benefits to convince them?

Business owners have concerns about the up-front expenses of switching to clean energy, but those concerns are outweighed by the money savings and other advantages they would realize, says Steve Melink, ForbesBooks author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a company considered a pioneer in renewable energy solutions for the commercial building industry.

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]]> Many large companies are transitioning to renewable/clean energy as the world confronts climate change. But what about the small and medium-sized companies that may not have the money to switch to renewable energy? What are the benefits to convince them?

Business owners have concerns about the up-front expenses of switching to clean energy, but those concerns are outweighed by the money savings and other advantages they would realize, says Steve Melink, ForbesBooks author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a company considered a pioneer in renewable energy solutions for the commercial building industry.

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]]> From Game Billionaires to Sustainable Industrial Farming - Iza and Samo Login, Part 1 From Game Billionaires to Sustainable Industrial Farming - Iza and Samo Login, Part 1 Fri, 23 Apr 2021 03:58:45 GMT 51:51 84ac20f5-6f24-44e2-88f9-d3de17c6fa5e false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/From-Game-Billionaires-to-Sustainable-Industrial-Farming---Iza-and-Samo-Login--Part-1-evfjuq 65f35dca0f24540016c76793 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full Today I'm talking with Iza and Samo Login, two Slovenian tech entrepreneurs who founded Outfit7 and created the Talking Tom app, which has been downloaded over 13 billion times. In just 7 years, they sold their startup for $1 billion dollars to a Chinese investment group in order to dedicate themselves to philanthropic pursuits, with their largest priority being to establish a new model of sustainable, organic, large-scale farming to create the future of sustainable agriculture. They published a book called 7 Unicorn Drive, which details how their unique approach to business and leadership paved the way to financial success.

How did they manage to sell a 250,000 dollar company for 1 billion dollars? How are they using technology to create the future of agriculture and repair our unsustainable food systems? Whats the mindset we all need to adopt if we're going to become a sustainable species on this planet? We talked about all this and more, including taking on a challenge to make their own personal lives more sustainable. So sit back and enjoy my talk, with Iza and Samo Login.

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]]> Today I'm talking with Iza and Samo Login, two Slovenian tech entrepreneurs who founded Outfit7 and created the Talking Tom app, which has been downloaded over 13 billion times. In just 7 years, they sold their startup for $1 billion dollars to a Chinese investment group in order to dedicate themselves to philanthropic pursuits, with their largest priority being to establish a new model of sustainable, organic, large-scale farming to create the future of sustainable agriculture. They published a book called 7 Unicorn Drive, which details how their unique approach to business and leadership paved the way to financial success.

How did they manage to sell a 250,000 dollar company for 1 billion dollars? How are they using technology to create the future of agriculture and repair our unsustainable food systems? Whats the mindset we all need to adopt if we're going to become a sustainable species on this planet? We talked about all this and more, including taking on a challenge to make their own personal lives more sustainable. So sit back and enjoy my talk, with Iza and Samo Login.

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]]> <![CDATA[Future of Renewables & TX Blackouts - IGS Energy's Jen Bowden and Joe Haugen, Part 1]]> Tue, 13 Apr 2021 05:15:20 GMT 55:24 9331ac9f-7f50-4f48-926d-bdf5262e3ce2 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Future-of-Renewables--TX-Blackouts---IGS-Energys-Jen-Bowden-and-Joe-Haugen--Part-1-eupuqj 65f35dca0f24540016c76794 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 5 Today I talked with Jen Bowden and Joe Haugen from IGS Energy, a company that is building a sustainable energy future for a healthier planet. We discussed the state of America's current renewable energy resources, what renewables mean for a sustainability-focused future, and the Texas blackouts of February, 2021. IGS Energy is on the forefront of tackling climate change, but let's see if Jen and Joe feel up to taking on a personal challenge to make their own lives a little more sustainable!

Jen Bowden, Vice President of Brand & Social Impact

With nearly two decades of experience leading transformational initiatives, Jen currently leads IGS Energy’s marketing and social impact efforts. She created the organization’s social impact team in 2014 and since has led organizational efforts in innovation, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability, including the establishment of the organization’s commitment to be carbon neutral by 2040. She is a founding board member of the Columbus Chapter of Conscious Capitalism and currently serves as the organization’s Vice Chair.

Joe Haugen, Power Supply Director

With over 14 years’ experience buying and selling power in the wholesale markets and the last eight at IGS, Joe Haugen is our Power Supply Director, responsible for IGS Energy’s power supply and risk management.  Joe is responsible for power pricing, power trading and hedging, and wholesale market operations behind more than twenty utilities in ERCOT, ISO NE, MISO and PJM. Joe manages a group of twelve analysts and managers.  Prior to IGS, Joe worked at a utility managing the wholesale position of their generation fleet, scheduling demand, and settlement analysis. Joe has vast experience managing the daily operations and settlements, coordinating and scheduling generation resources and demand, implementing demand side management, and integrating new renewable energy resources. Joe is a graduate of The Ohio State University and Otterbein University where he obtained his MBA.

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]]> Today I talked with Jen Bowden and Joe Haugen from IGS Energy, a company that is building a sustainable energy future for a healthier planet. We discussed the state of America's current renewable energy resources, what renewables mean for a sustainability-focused future, and the Texas blackouts of February, 2021. IGS Energy is on the forefront of tackling climate change, but let's see if Jen and Joe feel up to taking on a personal challenge to make their own lives a little more sustainable!

Jen Bowden, Vice President of Brand & Social Impact

With nearly two decades of experience leading transformational initiatives, Jen currently leads IGS Energy’s marketing and social impact efforts. She created the organization’s social impact team in 2014 and since has led organizational efforts in innovation, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability, including the establishment of the organization’s commitment to be carbon neutral by 2040. She is a founding board member of the Columbus Chapter of Conscious Capitalism and currently serves as the organization’s Vice Chair.

Joe Haugen, Power Supply Director

With over 14 years’ experience buying and selling power in the wholesale markets and the last eight at IGS, Joe Haugen is our Power Supply Director, responsible for IGS Energy’s power supply and risk management.  Joe is responsible for power pricing, power trading and hedging, and wholesale market operations behind more than twenty utilities in ERCOT, ISO NE, MISO and PJM. Joe manages a group of twelve analysts and managers.  Prior to IGS, Joe worked at a utility managing the wholesale position of their generation fleet, scheduling demand, and settlement analysis. Joe has vast experience managing the daily operations and settlements, coordinating and scheduling generation resources and demand, implementing demand side management, and integrating new renewable energy resources. Joe is a graduate of The Ohio State University and Otterbein University where he obtained his MBA.

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]]> <![CDATA[Sustainable Foods n' Farming - Michellee Fox, Part 1]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:27:25 GMT 50:30 b41082af-3985-4842-a0b1-60c2c79c1a47 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainable-Foods-n-Farming---Michellee-Fox--Part-1-et2cdk 65f35dca0f24540016c76795 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 4 Today we're talking to Michellee Fox, a Brazilian native, slow food chef, small minority farmer advocate and Business Development Manager for FoodBay TV. She is part of a growing movement called the slow food movement, which focuses on using locally-sourced foods and traditional cooking styles, as opposed to the fast food we are all used to today. She is also has been using regenerative agriculture practices for her farms for over 10 years. She has recently challenged herself with taking on a slow food pop-up restaurant, which we’ll talk more about today! 

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]]> Today we're talking to Michellee Fox, a Brazilian native, slow food chef, small minority farmer advocate and Business Development Manager for FoodBay TV. She is part of a growing movement called the slow food movement, which focuses on using locally-sourced foods and traditional cooking styles, as opposed to the fast food we are all used to today. She is also has been using regenerative agriculture practices for her farms for over 10 years. She has recently challenged herself with taking on a slow food pop-up restaurant, which we’ll talk more about today! 

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  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw
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]]> <![CDATA[California's Renewable Energy Future - Eban Hamdani, Part 1]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2021 23:49:50 GMT 59:55 64d410f6-1177-4de6-be01-3427309033c6 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Californias-Renewable-Energy-Future---Eban-Hamdani--Part-1-es4lve 65f35dca0f24540016c76796 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 3 Today we're talking with Eban Hamdani, who is the Senior Product Manager at Pacific Gas & Electric in California. He manages the distributed energy resources (i.e. renewables) and is part of a team helping to convert California's energy supply to renewable energy. He faces challenges that are both technical and regulatory, but today we're going to see if he will take on a different kind of challenge: one to make his life a little more sustainable!


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]]> Today we're talking with Eban Hamdani, who is the Senior Product Manager at Pacific Gas & Electric in California. He manages the distributed energy resources (i.e. renewables) and is part of a team helping to convert California's energy supply to renewable energy. He faces challenges that are both technical and regulatory, but today we're going to see if he will take on a different kind of challenge: one to make his life a little more sustainable!


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  • This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: https://anchor.fm/solvefornature 
  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/ 
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw 
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]]> Sustainability Stewardship - Joshua Spodek, Part 2 Sustainability Stewardship - Joshua Spodek, Part 2 Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:02:47 GMT 48:13 cd69285f-1eba-46f5-b368-34519f00a53f false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/Sustainability-Stewardship---Joshua-Spodek--Part-2-eqie64 65f35dca0f24540016c76797 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full Joshua Spodek is the host of the award-winning podcast, This Sustainable Life (formerly Leadership and the Environment). He finds the joy and community that comes from living sustainably. His way of thinking about sustainability is the key to a more sustainable life: forget the doom and gloom and embrace the challenges and joy that come from living in a way that is more in balance with nature and yourself.

Learn more about Joshua Spodek at http://joshuaspodek.com/.

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  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw
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]]> Joshua Spodek is the host of the award-winning podcast, This Sustainable Life (formerly Leadership and the Environment). He finds the joy and community that comes from living sustainably. His way of thinking about sustainability is the key to a more sustainable life: forget the doom and gloom and embrace the challenges and joy that come from living in a way that is more in balance with nature and yourself.

Learn more about Joshua Spodek at http://joshuaspodek.com/.

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  • This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: https://anchor.fm/solvefornature
  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw
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]]> True Leadership in Sustainability - Joshua Spodek, Part 1 True Leadership in Sustainability - Joshua Spodek, Part 1 Sat, 23 Jan 2021 09:43:10 GMT 1:05:14 9a5a63d1-4177-4374-89b0-718cce046e85 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/episodes/True-Leadership-in-Sustainability---Joshua-Spodek--Part-1-epbslv 65f35dca0f24540016c76798 65f35dc1eb260e00151b6fa5 full 1 Learn more about Joshua Spodek at http://joshuaspodek.com/.

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  • This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: https://anchor.fm/solvefornature
  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw
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]]> Learn more about Joshua Spodek at http://joshuaspodek.com/.

Find me online:

  • This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: https://anchor.fm/solvefornature
  • Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24IiwM0BPQ-_3DVz2KnuVw
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth
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