Sustainable Design

Find the detailed episode notes at https://www.bachykala.com/sustainabledesignpodcast.You can get in touch via bachykala@gmail.com .

Find the detailed episode notes at https://www.bachykala.com/sustainabledesignpodcast.You can get in touch via bachykala@gmail.com .

For the first time humans change the geological layer of the planet with extractions and solid waste that will be visible in centuries as the Anthropocene era. How can we improve that mark? In this episode, I interview Heidrun Mumper-Drumm, Director of Sustainability Initiatives at ArtCenter College of Design in Los Angeles. She shares easy-to-remember definitions of sustainability: 3 E’s = Environment + Economy + Equity; 4 P’s = People + Planet + Profit + Policy. We discuss climate change, Anthropocene, sustainable design systems, and Life Cycle Assessment as a powerful tool to prototype an impact of future products and services. Heidrun touches on her projects with NASA, Nuclear and renewable energy, and sustainable design education.

Ardilla Deneys is a founder of Pollima, carbon-negative furniture startup from upcycled hemp fiber. We discuss networking, startup tools, carbon offsets, sustainable materials and circular design pioneers.

Kristine Upesleja is the founder of Madisons, a consulting firm focused on innovative materials and trends in fashion and design. She gives an eye-opening overview of new materials including: mushroom leather, lab-grown silk, food-waste yarn, pineapple leather, all as part of circular economy.