Podcasts about environmental innovation

Send us a textIn today's episode, Stephanie McLarty sits down with Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel's Labels to uncover the story behind the business. Julie shares how Mabels Labels integrates eco-conscious practices into everything, from product design to operations. This episode offers real-world insights and actionable advice for businesses looking to embrace sustainability while staying true to their values.Takeaways:✅ They have successfully repurposed non-recyclable material into insulation✅ Teamwork and shared values are crucial for achieving sustainability goals✅ Businesses should start small and gradually incorporate sustainability into their practices one step at a time. Thanks for listening! If you like our podcasts, please leave us a review on Spotify or Apple or wherever you get your podcasts from. Want to be a guest on The Circular Future podcast? Email Sanjay Trivedi at strivedi@quantumlifecycle.com Listen on: https://quantumlifecycle.com/podcast Follow us on LinkedIn | Facebook

In this episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy, we chat with Chris Tolles, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of Yard Stick. Chris brings his profound insights into the often overlooked but vital arena of soil carbon – a key component of our global carbon management strategy. His pioneering work with Yard Stick, which focuses on soil carbon measurement and verification, highlights the significant role soil plays in our climate goals.Yard Stick stands at the forefront of environmental innovation, specializing in accurate and reliable soil carbon measurement. This technology is crucial for verifying the effectiveness of carbon sequestration practices in agriculture, a sector ripe for transformation in the face of climate challenges. Chris explains the science behind soil carbon and the technology that could revolutionize how we approach agricultural emissions.Chris discusses the vast potential and current limitations within the voluntary carbon markets, especially concerning soil carbon. With his expertise, he outlines how soil carbon projects can significantly impact reducing emissions in agriculture, emphasizing the need for a shift in management practices and the adoption of new technologies to enhance soil health globally.Listeners will gain valuable insights into various topics such as the role of soil in carbon sequestration, innovations in agricultural practices, and the future of carbon markets. Chris also touches on the broader implications of these practices for global carbon reduction strategies and how they align with net-zero goals.This episode is not just for those interested in agriculture or sustainability; it's for anyone curious about how integral soil health is to our environmental future. Chris Tolles brings a refreshing perspective, blending scientific rigor with strategic insight into how we can better harness the Earth's soils for climate benefit. Join us to explore how understanding the ground beneath our feet could be key to unlocking more sustainable agricultural practices and a healthier planet.Catch this enlightening conversation on the Insiders Guide to Energy podcast, where we uncover the hidden stories of the energy sector and environmental innovation.

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In this insightful episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Grant Gibson, Chief Development Officer at Synthica Energy. Synthica is at the forefront of transforming industrial by-products, specifically from the food and beverage sector, into renewable natural gas through anaerobic digestion. Grant shared the intriguing journey of Synthica, from its early days founded on a shared passion for the environment and sustainable solutions, to its current status as a key player in the renewable energy market.We delved into the nitty-gritty of anaerobic digestion, exploring how Synthica's approach not only provides a sustainable alternative to conventional natural gas but also significantly reduces carbon emissions. Grant highlighted the challenges and complexities of setting up such facilities, including zoning, utility negotiations, and the intricacies of managing waste streams.One of the standout aspects of our conversation was the emphasis on the circular economy. Grant elaborated on how Synthica creates a closed loop of energy production, transforming waste into valuable resources, thus contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape.Furthermore, we touched on the importance of community engagement and education. Synthica is not just about converting waste to energy; it's also about inspiring the next generation and showing them the possibilities within the green energy sector.Don't miss this episode if you're interested in the intersections of sustainability, technology, and business. Grant's insights provide a fascinating look at the potential of anaerobic digestion to change how we think about waste and energy.For more details about Synthica and their pioneering work, visit their website at www.synthica.com. Join us in exploring innovative solutions that are not just good for business but are also vital for our planet's future.All Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries., a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Are you interested in the role of finance for sustainability? Our summary today works with the article titled Too risky – The role of finance as a driver of sustainability transitions from 2022 by Björn Nykvist and Aaron Matlais, published in the Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions journal. This is a great preparation to our next interview with Josh Dry in episode 204 talking about efforts to transform the financial sector. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see how transitions towards sustainability can be mirrored in the financial sector. This article investigates what motivates the sector and how to govern a faster transition. As the most important things, I would like to highlight 3 aspects: Sustainable and ethical investing, notably with the rise of ESG criteria, positions the finance sector as a pivotal force in driving sustainable economic transitions. The integration of finance in sustainability transitions, especially in sectors like renewable energy, requires clear policy directions and innovative public-private partnerships to overcome inherent risk aversion. Sweden's leadership in sustainable finance, especially through green bonds, demonstrates its role as a positive example for financial sustainability efforts globally. You can find the article through this link. Abstract: The finance sector has a long track record of engaging with sustainability issues, and policymakers and sector representatives agree that a transition to sustainability needs to be mirrored by rapidly expanding financing. Based on in-depth interviews with a broad range of actors in the Swedish finance sector, we show that despite a strong recognition of the challenges, the sector remains cautious towards risk. We explore what motivates the sector and how to govern a faster transition and find that informants strongly believe that the sector cannot move any faster without further government intervention. The preferred policy is the use of generic tools such as CO2 taxes, or for the government to step in and mitigate the risk. We conclude that a more ambitious narrative on how the private and public sector can collaborate to share risk is needed, as it is unlikely that the finance sector will lead the way. Connecting episodes you might be interested in: No.088R - The cost and benefits of environmental sustainability; No.161R - The perception of the quality of smart city solutions; You can find the transcript through ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠this link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WTF4Cities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wtf4cities.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website where the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shownotes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠are also available. I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lesfm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠

In this week's episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lie Shi, CEO of AM Batteries, to explore their groundbreaking approach to lithium battery production. Our conversation shed light on a revolutionary solvent-free method for creating lithium battery electrodes, a significant step forward in making the battery manufacturing process cleaner and more energy-efficient.Lie detailed how AM Batteries' technology addresses the paradox of producing clean energy through environmentally burdensome processes, by eliminating the use of toxic solvents and significantly reducing energy consumption and space requirements. We also touched upon the potential implications of this technology on the battery industry and the broader push towards sustainability.Additionally, we delved into the global landscape of renewable energy investment, touching on initiatives like the Inflation Reduction Act and the bipartisan infrastructure law, and their role in shaping the future of green technology. Lie's insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the battery manufacturing sector, from regulatory hurdles to the need for skilled engineers, provided a comprehensive overview of the industry's current state and future prospects.Join us as we navigate these critical discussions, aiming to demystify the complexities of sustainable technology and its pivotal role in our collective journey towards a greener future. Your feedback and questions are always welcome, so don't hesitate to get in touch.Listen, learn, and let us know your thoughts on this vital conversation for our planet's future.And don't forget to check out the video version of this episode on YouTubeSupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll William Brent Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Welcome to another episode of the Design Atlas Podcast! In this edition, we dive deep into the innovative realm of environmental conservation with a special focus on the groundbreaking work of Florent Beauverd. At 39 years old, Florent transitioned from his role as an environmental scientist to become the Director of Creative and Documentary Productions at the renowned Ocean Cleanup organization. Founded in 2013 by Boyan Slat, the Ocean Cleanup is a nonprofit on a mission to combat the global crisis of plastic pollution in our oceans. Through the strategic deployment of advanced cleanup systems, including floating barriers that harness natural ocean currents, the organization aims to concentrate and capture plastic debris. By doing so, they hope to significantly diminish the presence of plastic waste in our oceans and mitigate the severe environmental consequences. Join us as we explore the Ocean Cleanup's ambitious approach, innovative technologies, and the global impact of their efforts in the ongoing battle against marine plastic pollution. Florent Beauverd shares insights into the organization's initiatives, shedding light on the importance of creative and documentary productions in advocating for a cleaner and healthier planet. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation that delves into the intersection of environmental science and creative solutions on this episode of the Design Atlas Podcast. If you'd like to support the show or to learn more about Design Atlas, please visit www.designatlaspod.com. To get in touch with us, DM us on Instagram ⁠@designatlaspod⁠, tweet us ⁠@designatlaspod⁠, or send us an email at ⁠hello@designatlaspod.com⁠. You can also follow us on TikTok ⁠@designatlaspod⁠. Produced by Jens Bringsjord and Megan Luedke. Sound engineered and edited by Jens Bringsjord. All rights reserved. ©2024 Design Atlas Media. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/design-atlas-pod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/design-atlas-pod/support

In today's episode of Climate Confident, I hosted Chris Larsen from DynaPower, a beacon of the clean energy movement. Chris unravelled the fascinating world of power electronics, spotlighting DynaPower's role in seamlessly integrating large-scale renewable energy projects with the grid.Delving deeper, we discussed the monumental Inflation Reduction Act's influence on clean energy deployment, a game-changer that's fuelling investor confidence and project viability across the US.A highlight was exploring the burgeoning realm of green hydrogen. Despite the scepticism, Chris presented a compelling case for its potential, particularly in industrial applications. We were privy to ground-breaking projects like Utah's green hydrogen plant, which promises a revolution in energy storage and a greener future. Chris's passion shone through as he spoke of the cultural dynamism at DynaPower, a place where innovation is not just embraced but celebrated. His insights were a testament to the power of consumer demand in driving sustainable practices up the supply chain.Tune in for a session rich in expertise and brimming with optimism for a sustainable future, powered by the unsung heroes of the energy industry.Don't forget to check out the video version of this episode at https://youtu.be/5NSKQJw0HD0Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Christophe Kottelat Andreas Werner Richard Delevan Anton Chupilko Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll William Brent Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Opinion: In 2023, private environmental innovation accelerated while government policy became more absurd. Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center hopes that 2023 was a transformational year for environmental policy, when the failure and dishonesty of government-run environmental programs became clearer. http://tinyurl.com/29a7v5pa #Opinion #Columns #Commentary #ToddMyers #WashingtonPolicyCenter #PrivateEnvironmentalInnovation #GovernmentPolicy #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalPolicy #FailureAndDishonestyOfGovernment #EnvironmentalPrograms #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Climate Confident Podcast. Today I have the pleasure of diving deep into the world of carbon-negative hydrogen with Arnaud Lager, the Founder and CEO of Decahydron.Arnaud brought to light some groundbreaking work his team is doing in Ra's al Khaimah, UAE. They're not just creating hydrogen; they're doing it in a way that actively reduces carbon emissions. The magic happens through a unique process where methane is cracked to produce hydrogen, coupled with capturing CO2 from local cement industries. But here's the clincher – this CO2 isn't just captured; it's transformed into carbonate minerals by being injected into ultramafic rocks, ensuring it's locked away permanently.We also explored the fascinating potential of natural hydrogen reserves in the region. Imagine, hydrogen bubbling up from the ground – it's not science fiction but a reality that could revolutionize our energy landscape. Decahydron's pursuit of this untapped resource could be a game-changer, offering a more sustainable and cost-effective hydrogen source.But it's not all about hydrogen. Arnaud and his team have set ambitious goals for CO2 sequestration, aiming to tackle gigatons of emissions. Their approach is pragmatic yet innovative, focusing first on high-concentration CO2 sources before venturing into more dilute areas like direct air capture.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the cutting-edge of climate technology and sustainable energy. Arnaud's insights offer a glimpse into a future where energy production and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand.Stay tuned for more updates on Decahydron's progress and do check out their website for the latest news. Remember, tackling climate change requires a variety of approaches, and it's pioneers like Arnaud who are leading the charge.Btw, don't forget to check out the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/lJv5RZfzj1ISupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Christophe Kottelat Andreas Werner Richard Delevan Anton Chupilko Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll William Brent Marcel Roquette And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna JuniperThanks for listening, and remember, stay healthy, stay safe, stay sane!...

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Sacred Science brings together Indigenous knowledge and western science to create opportunities for new solutions to environmental challenges, including issues that are important to Indigenous People.For this edition of Shift, I had the chance to sit with Alvin First Rider and talk about the Blood Tribe's Buffalo Restoration Project. We were joined by Emily Herdman from InnoTech Alberta and Brett Purdy from Alberta Innovates.Alvin is a member of the Káínawa, or Blood Tribe,  in southern Alberta. Extending into US territory, these lands form the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy. Alvin speaks about his nation's use western science alongside Indigenous Knowledge to bring buffalo back to their historical plains.We discuss the importance of restoring this iconic animal as part of an intertribal effort to restore the great plains ecosystem and to reclaim the traditions of the Indigenous peoples who have occupied these lands since time immemorial.The Sacred Science video series, developed in collaboration with Indigenous communities in Alberta, Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta, tells the stories of how these communities are leveraging Indigenous knowledge in tandem with western science to tackle complex conservation and land management challenges that impact all of us and to preserve their cultures.These videos demonstrate successful collaboration between Indigenous communities and natural scientists that create meaningful impact and demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation, particularly in the natural sciences.  You can see all three videos here. BiosAlvin First Rider, Environmental Technician, Blood Tribe Land Management Alvin is a member of the Blood Tribe of Southern Alberta and a descendant of the Blackfeet Nation in Montana both of the Blackfoot Confederacy. Alvin works as a environmental technician with Blood Tribe Land management. He's been an advocate for the voiceless flora and fauna of Blackfoot Territory, and for traditional use land management practice such as bison, cultural burning, beaver restoration from a Blackfoot perspective. Emily Herdman, Technical Lead, InnoTech AlbertaEmily is the Supervisor of Integration and Sector Alignment for the Environmental Services division at InnoTech Alberta. She supports project development and implementation in Environmental Impacts and Biodiversity Monitoring, while also nurturing strong relationships with key partners and progressing strategic planning for priority areas.Bringing the right people together to solve complex client problems is what Emily enjoys most about her job. Her projects have included Indigenous communities, industry, academic, government, and regulators, reflecting her broad network and focus on collaborative approaches to achieve meaningful outcomes.Brett Purdy, Executive Director of Environmental Innovation, Alberta InnovatesBrett is the Executive Director of Environmental Innovation at Alberta Innovates. In this position, Brett works with a talented team responsible for a supporting research and innovation in the areas of integrated land management, restoration and reclamation, climate adaptation and sustainable water resource management. Brett has worked in government and academic institutions as a reclamation research scientist, and has conducted research in reclamation, forest ecology, conservation biology, and population genetics and taught university courses in forestry and conservation. Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

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Welcome to Cloud Talk, the podcast where we explore the latest trends and innovations in cloud computing. I'm your host, Jeff DeVerter, and today I have a special guest with me, Srinivas Koushik, a senior executive, thought leader, and CTO at Rackspace Technology. In this episode, we're going to talk about sustainability in the context of IT. Sustainability is a hot topic these days, as we face the challenges of climate change, resource depletion, and social responsibility. But what does it mean for IT? How can IT both benefit from and impact sustainability? And what are some of the best practices and solutions for making IT more sustainable? We'll answer these questions and more in this episode, where we'll cover topics such as: • What is sustainable IT and why does it matter? • How IT affects resources and greenhouse gas emissions throughout the product life cycle • How to reduce the environmental impact of IT by using less harmful chemicals, making products more energy efficient, using recycled materials, reducing power consumption, extending product lifespan, and recycling or reusing old devices • How to leverage smart technologies and cloud computing to drive environmental innovations and improvements in sustainability performance • How to implement a sustainable IT strategy with an informed vision, engaged employees and leadership, and sustainable software architecture Join us for this insightful and inspiring conversation, where we'll share our perspectives and experiences on sustainable IT. You'll learn how to make your IT more green and why it matters for your business and the planet. Thanks for listening to Cloud Talk. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. And don't forget to share it with your friends and colleagues. Until next time, stay tuned for more cloud talk.

In this week's Climate Check with Melissa Baldauff, we visit with state Rep. Katrina Shankland of Stevens Point about Gov. Tony Evers' new Green Ribbon Commission on Clean Energy and Environmental Innovation. The group will identify public-private financing opportunities to invest in clean energy, strengthen infrastructure, reduce reliance on imported energy, and create family-supporting jobs.Guests: Melissa Baldauff, Melissa Kaye, Katrina Shankland

Raed Mansour, Director of Environmental Innovation, Chicago Department of Public Health, joins John Williams to talk about a new program that will measure heat across communities this summer.

Raed Mansour, Director of Environmental Innovation, Chicago Department of Public Health, joins John Williams to talk about a new program that will measure heat across communities this summer.

Raed Mansour, Director of Environmental Innovation, Chicago Department of Public Health, joins John Williams to talk about a new program that will measure heat across communities this summer.

In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, April 24, 2023, we sit down with winners of the 2023 Seneca Park Zoo Society's Environmental Innovation Awards.

In this episode of "Live Local, Give Local" listeners enjoy a great conversation between Dave Mason, the Host, this episode's co-host, David Drazenovich, Julie Turko, the Executive Director at Lakeside's River Park Conservancy, Biance Benilla, the Founder and Executive Director at Botanical Community Enhancement Initiative, and Jessica Bombar, the Marketing, Communications, and Education Manager at Solana Center for Environmental Innovation.All three of these organizations work in an effort to protect San Diego's ecosystem. The Lakeside's River Park Conservancy focuses on protecting the biological conditions of the San Diego River while offering education and nature experiences for the community. They aim to bring nature back into a space where it has been driven out and serve as champions for nature. The Botanical Community Enhancement Initiative works to connect plants, people, and communities. Through teaching about landscapes, restoration, and preservation, they aim to further community development. The Solana Center for Environmental Innovation works to develop solutions to environmental issues of the present and future. They also provide tools and services for all people in the community to engage in environmental innovation.Listen to all three guests discuss the importance of money for their non-profits and the benefits that San Diego gives has brought them. Through San Diego gives, they have all been able to network with other like-minded organizations with whom they share common goals. But most importantly, they have been able to reach out and gain support from the community. Without the support of the community, they would be unable to fund their organizations, hire their staff, and execute their functions.For more information on the many services of San Diego Gives, please visit www.SanDiegoGives.org.

Dr. Gruber, CEO and Board Member of Gevo, has spent over 30 years developing and commercializing renewable biobased technologies to replace petrochemicals. His teams have developed and commercialized several renewable resource-based products, including organic acids, plastics, fibers, advanced alcohols, hydrocarbon fuels, and the like. Gruber led the development and commercialization of PLA at Cargill and co-founded Natureworks. As CEO of Gevo, Dr. Gruber leads the business to commercialize Isobutanol for gasoline blendstock, renewable, low carbon jet fuel, and low carbon renewable gasoline. Dr. Gruber received a bachelor's degree in chemistry and biology from the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota, and a doctorate in chemistry from the University of Minnesota. He also earned a master's degree in business administration from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Gruber has received numerous awards including: The George Washington Carver Award from BIO, The Presidential Green Chemistry Award, The Discover Award for Environmental Innovation from Discover Magazine, The Lee W. Rivers Innovation Award from CDMA, an Outstanding Achievement Award from the University of MN in 2011, The Julius Stieglitz Award from the University of Chicago, The Kirkpatrick Award from Chemical Engineering, Design and Engineering Award from Popular Mechanics, Technology of the Year Award from Industry Week, Technology of the Year Award from United States DOE, and numerous others. Dr. Gruber was the editor of the two-volume book “Biorefineries—Industrial Processes and Products,” and holds more than 60 US patents, with several others pending. https://gevo.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

Jessica Toth, Executive Director of the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, is joined by the Jennifer Galey, the Center's Senior Environmental Educator, to talk about the Center's mission; its pioneering curbside recycling program; reducing food waste during the holidays; and other innovative initiatives and projects.

Jessica Toth, Executive Director of the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, discusses the 35-plus years the Center has been laser-beamed on resource conservation, waste reduction and innovative environmental research and development. Toth chats about the "game-changing" Senate Bill 1383 that requires organic waste diversion.

On this Heard Tell Good Talks, guest Jakob Puckett of Young Voices joins us to talk some environment and climate issues, such as how market based solutions to things like innovation, GHG emissions, and alternative energies are better than waiting for the government to decide what is coming next, since they often guess wrong. Jakob also explains how the energy creation process works, how the cost of generation and distribution affect your energy bill, and how regulation and innovation can and cannot change that equation. Plus, Jakob touches on some recent developments with nuclear power gaining momentum.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/heard-tell/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode we are in conversation with Dr. Veena Srinivasan, Director of Centre for Social and Environmental Innovation at ATREE. We discuss inter-sectoral water allocation, impacts of multiple stressors on water resources, ground and surface water linkages, and sustainable water management-policy and practice. We delve into how CSEI Transforms Research Into Impact.

With the average American home containing over 300,000 items, it's no wonder why so many of us struggle with clutter. Despite what advertisers and marketers tell us, our lives are more than what we buy or the stuff we own. This week, we chat with Rosey Williams about living mindfully, voting with our dollars, and the business case for diverting our waste streams away from landfills.---Rosey's relevant resourcesConnect with Rosey on LinkedInLearn about Rosey's employer, Link International Inc.Meet environmental activist and blogger of the zero-waste movement Lauren SingerWatch How to Fit Two Years of Trash in a Mason Jar with Lauren Singer on YouTubeLearn more about the field of international studiesLearn about China's Sword Policy on YaleEnvironment360Join San Diego Leaders 2020Check out the Equinox Project's Quality of Life DashboardVisit Joshua Tree National ParkLearn about the San Diego County Taxpayers AssociationExplore zero-waste lifestyles on YouTubeRead about eco-minimalismLearn about PreZero USVisit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation and become a Master ComposterSupport the Indigenous Environmental NetworkRead Indigenous peoples are the original environmentalists. It is time we start treating them that wayRead Indigenous people and the nature they protectJoin a Buy Nothing Facebook GroupWatch the Story of Stuff on YouTubeRead The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie KondoSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you reveling in creativity or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to Rosey Williams. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Episode 133: Jeroen van den Bergh is ICREA Research Professor at the Institute of Environmental Science & Technology of Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, an honorary professor of Environmental and Resource Economics at VU University Amsterdam, and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions. van den Bergh, J.C.J.M. (2018). Agrowth instead of anti- and pro-growth: Less polarization, more support for sustainability/climate policies. Journal of Population and Sustainability 3(1): 53-74. https://jpopsus.org/full_articles/van-den-bergh-vol3-no1 ___Blog posts from DZ___ Keynes thought we'd turn greater productivity into leisure but we turned it into consumption https://one-handed-economist.com/?p=992 Will the middle class accept a lower standard of living? https://kysq.org/aguanomics/2014/10/the-middle-class-is-dead-long-live-the-middle-class/

The Newfoundland and Labrador offshore oil and gas industry produces oil with some of the lowest greenhouse gas emissions in the world, and it's working to get even better. Kieran Hanley, executive director of the Newfoundland and Labrador Environmental Industry Association (NEIA), discusses some fascinating work going on to advance clean tech solutions within the industry as part of a green transition. These include hybrid in-service ships, electrification of facilities and iceberg-evading offshore wind turbines. 

Today, we’re talking about a type of clean energy that doesn’t get much attention these days: concentrating solar power. For the past decade, solar photovoltaic or PV panels have dominated the world solar market, and China has installed over 200 GW of PV, currently adding a whopping 40 GW of PV every year. Distinct from PV, concentrating solar power, or CSP, takes a bunch of different forms: long troughs of mirrors that heat a central element such as a pipe filled with water or molten salt, power towers surrounded by fields of mirrors called heliostats, and a couple others. Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) technologies use mirrors to track the sun and reflect and concentrate its light onto a ‘receiver’, where it is converted into heat. This heat can be used to produce electrical power with a conventional steam turbine and generator, or as industrial process heat. That’s a big advantage over PV, which just produces electricity directly, but doesn’t create high heat. CSP also has great potential for on-site energy storage, which is becoming more important as solar grows. We’re talking today with two long-time friends of BEN: Alina Gilmanova, of China’s Key Laboratory of Solar Thermal Energy and Photovoltaic Systems, Institute for Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences; and Jorrit Gosens, Research Fellow on Energy Transitions at the Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University. (Also noted for the China Energy Portal, https://chinenergyportal.org.) Alina and Jorrit recently published a paper (with Johan Lilliestam) on CSP in China entitled: “Windows of opportunity for catching up in formative clean-tech sectors and the rise of China in concentrated solar power,” in Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions. The link to the journal article is: https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1ckYn7sbuJDG-k For those without subscription, a freely available pre-print version of the paper can be found here: https://ccep.crawford.anu.edu.au/sites/default/files/publication/ccep_crawford_anu_edu_au/2021-04/wp_2104.pdf Guide to the discussion: 2:13 - Alina talks about the history of CSP in various countries and China 5:23 - Alina describes the relative degree of CSP's technology maturity 7:27 - Alina discusses the dominant design for CSP today and the move in China towards tower technology 9:45 - Jorrit discusses the factors that make different technologies more or less susceptible to technology catch-up, especially now that it's recognized that developing countries like China don't need to wait until a technology reaches maturity  12:40 - Jorrit discusses how CSP compares on those factors that enable catch-up 14:27 - Jorrit discusses how they decided to write this study and why CSP is special in terms of catch-up 16:30 - Jorrit describes the concept of a window-of-opportunity for catch-up, and how CSP fits into this idea 18:11 - Anders, Jorrit, and Alina discuss whether the connection to coal boiler technology motivated Chinese companies to enter the CSP field 22:11 - Anders asks if the bankruptcy of all the competing players inherently led to "catch-up" 24:30 - Alina discusses the role of energy storage in China CSP; references paper on economics of storage using CSP vs PV+battery: "Making the Sun Shine at Night," 2021, at https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15567249.2020.1843565.  26:20 - Alina discusses the present economics of CSP in China and whether there is a path forward 27:09 - Alina discusses China's go-abroad strategy for CSP 29:53 - Jorrit explains his view of whether CSP offers lessons for other developing countries considering industrial policy to foster new industries in clean energy Another useful resource: Open CSP data base with all  CSP projects worldwide (https://csp.guru/), also at: Johan Lilliestam, Richard Thonig, Chuncheng Zang, & Alina Gilmanova (2021). CSP.guru (Version 2021-01-01) [Data set]. Zenodo. http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4613099  

Jessica Toth, Executive Director at Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, the nonprofit organization that brings environmental solution design, education, and consulting services to businesses and communities at every corner of the San Diego region.

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Billy Bones is the owner and founder of Clampdown Record Pressing, one of the greenest vinyl record pressing plants in the world. He joins One Step Beyond at Cadence HQ to discuss his part in making vinyl records in a sustainable and environmental innovative way. We go deep into Billy’s intriguing past – He shares…

In Episode 5, Lynette sits down with Dr. Richard Sandor for a discussion about how he created the AMERIBOR interest rate benchmark, planning for a 10-year development process, the relationship between innovators and regulators, and the importance of working with thought leaders and first movers. The conversation concludes with a side trip into Dr. Sandor’s passion for photography and his journey as a collector. Dr. Richard Sandor is Chairman and CEO of the American Financial Exchange (AFX). He is also the CEO of Environmental Financial Products, which specializes in inventing, designing and developing new financial markets. Dr. Sandor is currently the Aaron Director Lecturer in Law and Economics at the University of Chicago Law School and an Honorary Professor at the University of Hong Kong. He is the author of several books, including “Good Derivatives: A Story of Financial and Environmental Innovation,” and has received numerous honors for his work in environmental finance and carbon trading. He served on the boards of several exchanges, as well as philanthropic and not-for-profit organizations such as the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the Clean Energy Trust. Dr. Sandor holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the City University of New York, Brooklyn College and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Minnesota. Mentioned in this episode: AMERIBOR: https://ameribor.net/ Dr. Sandor’s pick for the best pulled pork in America: https://www.joeskc.com/ FDIC Minority Depository Institutions Program: https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/resources/minority/ Articles by Ronald Coase: “The Nature of the Firm” https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1468-0335.1937.tb00002.x “The Problem of Social Cost" https://www.law.uchicago.edu/files/file/coase-problem.pdf Ellen Sandor & (art)n: https://www.artn.com/ The Richard and Ellen Sandor Family Collection: https://www.sandor-collection.com/

A cabinet minister flirts with the notion of government regulations on social media. Also, Canada is set to build the first ever negative emissions plant. Then we end with a tale about a traveling corpse making it back to Canada.

This week Food Freedom Radio is joined by: Dr. Frank Uekotter, environmental historian David Montgomer,geologist and author (Dirt: Erosion of Civilizations) Jim Dontje, Co-chair of the Nobel Conference 54 and Director of the Johnson Center for Environmental Innovation at Gustavus College

On our latest episode of the Governance Podcast, Professor Mark Pennington interviews Professor Frans Berkhout of King's College London on his latest book about climate governance. Tune in for a rich discussion on the limits of international coordination and how local experimentation can solve global commons dilemmas. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe to the Governance Podcast on iTunes today and get all our latest episodes directly in your pocket. The Guest Frans Berkhout is Executive Dean of the Faculty of Social Science and Public Policy and Professor of Environment, Society and Climate at King's College London. He joined the Department of Geography at King's in 2013. From 2013-2015 he was Director of the Future Earth programme, based at the International Council for Science (ICSU) in Paris. Before that, Prof Berkhout directed the Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) at the VU University Amsterdam in The Netherlands and led the Amsterdam Global Change Institute. He has also held posts at SPRU (Science and Technology Policy Research), University of Sussex, and was Director of the UK Economic and Social Research Council's Global Environmental Change and Sustainable Technologies programmes. Among other advisory roles, Professor Berkhout was a lead author in the IPCC's Fifth Assessment Report (2014) and a member of the Social Science Panel of the Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) of the Higher Education Funding Council for England. He sits on the editorial boards of Research Policy, Global Environmental Change, Journal of Industrial Ecology, Current Opinion on Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions and The Anthropocene Review. Follow Us For more information about our upcoming podcasts and events, follow us on facebook or twitter (@csgskcl). Skip Ahead  00:45: What was the motivation for your latest book? 5:15: What is experimentation in your framework? Is climate governance experimentation different from scientific experimentation? 10:15: Can you combine top down and bottom up approaches to climate governance? 15:25: Why do people at the local level take action on climate change? 19:35: How do local networks of experimentation get off the ground and get connected globally? 21:30: Some say that focusing on an experimental approach can serve as an excuse for a lack of coordination on climate change policy at the global scale. Others say global coordination is too slow and cumbersome. Can we reconcile this tension? 27:25: Do we always want local experiments to ripple out to a broader scale? Would they stop having contextual relevance? 31:45: What evidence do we have that local experiments are having a broader, more global effect? 35:00: Are we abandoning global coordination? Is there still a role for international policy? 39:17: What role does interdisciplinarity play in the study of climate change governance? 42:18: Do we have examples of networks of academic actors that experiment in social science approaches to climate governance? 45:03: What are the next research avenues for climate governance? 45:45: Are social scientists equipped to oversee the experiments? Are academics themselves complex enough to understand governance?

About this Episode: Ron Jarvis, VP of Environmental Innovation and Social Environmental Responsibility, shares his wealth of knowledge on all things orange… and green. Learn how The Home Depot is taking care of our planet and helping customers stay eco-friendly.

There are so many ways people are making a positive impact for our environment. Every episode, we’ll talk to someone new doing great things for their communities and we’ll share resources to take action. Bootstrap Compost is a food scrap pickup service in the Boston area serving residential and commercial clients. In the interview, learn more about the cool composting company, why it’s important to care about compost, and how to prevent food waste from ending up in the landfill. How to find a compost pick up or compost programs in your area: Google! Search “composting” or “compost pick up” and your city. Visit your city, county or public works website for environmental programs. Many areas have classes, discounted compost bin programs, and more. Do a search for free composting classes in your area. Ask friends and family if they know of any composting programs in your area. See if your city/county offers an organics recycling program by checking its website. If it doesn’t, contact and tell them how much you’d love them to start an organics recycling program for residents. Other great ways to learn more about preventing food waste and composting: Save the Food is a great resource for food waste prevention ideas Bootstrap’s blog! Build your own compost bin with some of these ideas fromBackyard Growers Create your own vermicompost bin Look for composting classes or programs in your area Learn more about composting through Solana Center of Environmental Innovation’s guide   Bootstrap Compost Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube Podcast music credit: Blue Dot Sessions

The Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions and the Nicholas School of the Environment brought two panels of experts to Duke Dec. 12 to discuss how innovative cities are integrating ecosystem services into urban planning. Will Allen, GIS mapping the provision of ecosystem services Jeff LeJava, transferable development rights Bobby Cochran, compliance and voluntary ecosystem service markets

The Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions and the Nicholas School of the Environment brought two panels of experts to Duke Dec. 12 to discuss how innovative cities are integrating ecosystem services into urban planning. Mitchell Silver, Raleigh North Carolina Mami Hara, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dale Lyons, Santa Fe, New Mexico Robert Garcia, Los Angeles, California

Discussion on how market mechanisms can be used to further social goals. Richard Sandor is the author of "Good Derivatives, A Story of Financial and Environmental Innovation" and Chairman and CEO Of Environmental Financial Products

As part of PERC's Free Market Environmentalism Workshop, "Financial Contracting, Transaction Costs, and Environmental Amenities," Dr. Jamie Brown of Iowa State University presents on entrepreneurial finance and environmental innovation.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Richard Sandor and M. Todd Henderson discuss Sandor's new book, "Good Derivatives: A Story of Financial and Environmental Innovation." Sandor gives insight into markets' roles in environmental and public policy.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Richard Sandor and M. Todd Henderson discuss Sandor's new book, "Good Derivatives: A Story of Financial and Environmental Innovation." Sandor gives insight into markets' roles in environmental and public policy.

Richard Sandor wants to make it clear that "derivative" is not a dirty word. It's one motivation behind his latest book, "Good Derivatives: A Story of Financial and Environmental Innovation." It's a case that Sandor is well-equipped to make. As a young economist at the Chicago Board of Trade, he helped create interest rate futures-derivatives that revolutionized worldwide finance. Later, he pioneered the use of emissions trading to reduce acid rain and greenhouse gases, creating the Chicago Climate Exchange and affiliated exchanges in Europe and China. At this Milken Institute Forum, Sandor will discuss how financial innovation has been a force for good in the last 40 years and how its vast potential can address environmental, health and social challenges in the next 40 years. "This book represents the work of one of the world's most brilliant, inquisitive, and visionary minds," according to Clayton Yeutter, former USDA secretary and U.S. trade representative. "Richard Sandor knows this subject as an economist, a trader, an executive, an entrepreneur, but most of all, as a teacher. No one else in the world could have written this book." Sandor is chairman and CEO of Environmental Financial Products LLC, which specializes in inventing, designing, and developing new financial markets with a special emphasis on investment advisory services. EFP was established in 1998 and was the predecessor company and incubator to the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), the European Climate Exchange (ECX), and the Chicago Climate Futures Exchange (CCFE). Sandor was honored by the city of Chicago for his contributions, and he was one of Time's "Heroes of the Environment" in 2007. A Milken Institute senior fellow, Sandor is a Distinguished Professor of Environmental Finance at Guanghua School of Management at Peking University and a lecturer at the University of Chicago Law School.

What steps can you take to improve the environment? How can we protect it for future generations? Carbon footprints. CFLs vs LEDs. Used cars vs Hybrids. SPECIAL GUEST: Leanne Nurse is a program analyst for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Center for Environmental Innovation. She staffs EPA's public involvement policy and collaborative problem solving initiative, including the new Collaboration Practitioners Network. She served as a community involvement coordinator, a public affairs specialist for water and environmental justice programs, and as liaison to the US Green Group. She is an inaugural fellow of the University of Virginia's Natural Resources Leadership Institute and is certified by IAP2, the International Association for Public Participation. Prior to government, Leanne worked as an award-winning public and commercial television producer, editor and reporter. Leanne is also a member of NCDD's Board of Directors.