Podcasts about resource efficiency

Episode Description: “How can we make growing your own food possible in environments where it normally wasn't? Or can we drastically lower the impact of water use, fertilizer use, or resources used to drive to the grocery store? That's a big impact that we can have if we can allow you to grow your own food right at home.” —Conner Tidd     What if you could grow fresh, pesticide-free produce just steps from your refrigerator, regardless of where you live? Indoor vertical farming isn't just a trend— it's a revolutionary approach to sustainable, accessible food production. Conner Tidd is a sustainability expert and the co-founder of Just Vertical, a pioneering company reimagining how urban dwellers grow food. With a Master's in Sustainability and a passion for solving global food challenges, Conner has developed innovative indoor gardening solutions that make fresh, local produce possible for everyone. Tune in as Justine and Connor reveal how indoor vertical farming can slash water usage, eliminate pesticides, reduce food miles, and empower individuals to become home producers—transforming our relationship with food, one garden at a time.     Meet Conner:  Conner Tidd is the co-founder of Just Vertical, an innovative indoor farming company that designs indoor gardens and vertical farming solutions. With a Master's degree in Sustainability, he aims to make fresh, locally grown food accessible to people in urban environments and remote locations. Conner's entrepreneurial journey focuses on addressing food security, reducing environmental impact, and providing sustainable solutions for growing produce in challenging climates. Through Just Vertical, he helps individuals grow pesticide-free, fresh vegetables and herbs in their own homes, with a mission to create resilient and affordable food systems.   Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X YouTube Pinterest Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube     Episode Highlights: 03:25 Historical Context and Current Trends in Food Production   05:09 Water and Resource Efficiency in Vertical Farming  21:14 Pesticide-Free Produce 23:23 A Journey Into Entrepreneurship: Mistakes and Lessons Learned 33:37 How to Set up a Vertical Garden Resources

The building and construction sector is responsible for a mind-boggling 37% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The kinds of construction materials we use - and the building sector generally - are also responsible for almost a third of global resource consumption. Shifting to cleaner methods of construction is the only way to minimize the damage we are causing to the planet, while still providing homes, workplaces and vital infrastructure for all.Featured guests:Henrique Goes, Clean Construction Manager at C40Vivek Parekh, Fossil Fuels Program Manager at InfluenceMapLinks:The building and construction sector's share in global greenhouse gas emissions - World Economic ForumUN prediction for rural to urban migration - Our World in DataPremature deaths from household air pollution - World Health OrganizationClean Construction Programme - C40 CitiesReport on clean construction and green job opportunities - C40 CitiesInfluence Map's LobbyMapInternational Gas Union's Climate Strategy - Influence MapElectrification as the clearest pathway for decarbonising buildings - IPCC reportState of Victoria's Gas Substitution Roadmap - Victoria State GovernmentEU's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive - European CommissionOverturned gas ban in the City of Berkley - The GuardianAdvanced Energy UnitedIf you want to learn more about the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy, please visit our website: https://jccpe.utpjournals.press/ Cities 1.5 is produced by the University of Toronto Press and Cities 1.5 is supported by C40 Cities and the C40 Centre for City Climate Policy and Economy. You can sign up to the Centre newsletter here. https://thecentre.substack.com/ Our executive producers are Calli Elipoulos and Peggy Whitfield. Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/ Edited by Morgane Chambrin: https://www.morganechambrin.com/ Music is by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The Circular Future , host Stephanie McLarty, Head of Sustainability at Quantum Lifecycle Partners, sits down with two leading voices in the circular economy movement: Jo-Anne St. Godard, Executive Director of the Circular Innovation Council, and Paul Shorthouse, Managing Director of Circular Economy Leadership Canada (CELC). Together, they explore how a circular economy can address some of society's most pressing challenges—beyond just resource efficiency and clean tech. From affordability and housing crises to climate change, the conversation dives into actionable strategies for businesses, governments, and individuals to transition toward a more sustainable future.The discussion also highlights key initiatives from both organizations, including their collaboration on the upcoming Canadian Circular Economy Summit in Montreal, where leaders from across industries will convene to share innovations, best practices, and actionable solutions. Key TakeawaysThe circular economy rethinks production, consumption, and resource management, offering solutions to affordability, housing, and climate crises.Collaboration across industries, governments, and communities is key to driving systemic change, as shown by the Canadian Circular Economy Summit.A circular economy creates economic opportunities, including jobs, innovation, and resilience, while addressing issues like affordability and housing.Practical projects, like reusable packaging and organics collection systems, prove circular systems work and scale for greater impact.Everyone has a role in the circular economy—start small at the summit, but commit to long-term action for lasting change.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

Welche politischen Rahmenbedingungen braucht es, um den Textilsektor nachhaltiger zu gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann und muss die Europäische Union dabei leisten? Was können wir von einzelnen lokalen Initiativen lernen, um Textilien im Kreislauf zu halten? Es diskutieren Valérie Boiten, Senior Policy Officer bei der Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Katja Moch, Senior Researcher Sustainable Products and Material Flows beim Öko-Institut sowie Ruben Goldsztayn, Director of Sustainable Production and Consumption in der National Business Association of Colombia, Oliver Boachie, Special Advisor to Ghana‘s Minister of Environment, Science, Technology & Innovation, Dace Akule, Experte für nachhaltige Textilien bei Green Liberty (NGO in Latvia) und Dr. Reva Prakash, Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Expert bei der Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), India office. Die Diskussion ist in englischer Sprache.

Pragmatic AI Labs Blog - What is Cargo LambdaWhat is Cargo Lambda?A framework for building tools and workflows for Rust on AWS LambdaKey BenefitsRust PerformanceAllows writing AWS Lambda functions in RustProvides amazing performance and low cold start timesLeverages modern compilation features of RustType SafetyUtilizes Rust's strong type systemHelps catch errors at compile timeReduces runtime errors in productionMemory SafetyImplements Rust's Ownership modelPrevents common bugs like null pointer dereferencesEliminates data races without a garbage collectorEasy DeploymentSimplifies the process of building, testing, and deploying Rust functions to AWS LambdaLeverages Rust's modern binary-based features for optimized and cross-compiled binariesLocal TestingProvides tools for running and debugging Lambda functions locallyEnhances the development and prototyping processCustom RuntimeLeverages the AWS Lambda Rust runtimeAllows optimization for Rust's unique performance capabilitiesEcosystem IntegrationEasy integration with other AWS servicesSeamless connection to the broader Rust ecosystemResource EfficiencyUtilizes Rust's naturally low memory footprintPotentially 70-80% less memory usage compared to languages like PythonCost-effective for data engineering pipelinesCross-compilation SupportEnables building Lambda functions for different architecturesAllows targeting ARM for cost savings on high-performance functionsProductivityStreamlines the development workflow for RustCombines powerful features with time-saving processesConclusionCargo Lambda offers a compelling solution for developers looking to leverage Rust's power in serverless environments, providing a unique combination of performance, safety, and ease of use.

The Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency invites you to come tour solar initiatives in the Durango area Saturday, Sept. 5! Learn about different sustainable energy initiatives throughout the tour, and wrap up the day with an evening soirée at the Smiley Building from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Keep your eyes out for the colorful balloons of the Animas Valley Balloon Rally Oct. 18-20. The annual event will feature two mass ascensions, several balloon glows, and free tethered balloon rides from the Animas Valley. The family-friendly event is free and open to everyone. San Juan Mountains Association is asking for donations of lightly used or new winter gear for it's youth programs. All children's sizes are accepted, to help keep the outdoors accessible to all regardless of background or economic status. Are you a book lover? Come join the Durango Public Library for the 12th Annual Literary Festival Oct. 5-19. The event will feature keynote speakers like Durango Poet Laureats Esther Belin and Zoe Golden, as well as signings with local authors, conversations, and writing workshops. All events are free, although some will require pre-registration. By Hannah Robertson. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/celebrate-local-businesses-solar-and-transition-to-fall This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and M&R Plumbing.Support the show

In the fourth  episode of "The Fleet Success Show," fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and RTA CEO Josh Turley discuss one of the four pillars of fleet success - Resource Efficiency. The group defines what this mean and why it's crucial for fleet operations to be smart with how they are using their time and money. Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Email us at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't forget to share the show with your colleagues and friends, and of course, subscribe to The Fleet Success Show anywhere you listen to podcasts!

On today's newscast: The town of Carbondale currently has no plans to reopen its temporary shelters this winter; the Community Office for Resource Efficiency, or CORE, is hoping to separate from the local governments that founded it as an independent nonprofit; Thunder River Theatre Company kicks off a new season of critically-acclaimed plays this week; and more.

This week's guest is Alen Ganic. Ron and Alen, a Senior Lean and Six Sigma Coach at Gemba Academy, discussed the definitions of flow efficiency and resource efficiency, what differentiates them, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn:  Alen's favorite quote (2:29) His background (4:02) What Alen means by "flow" (6:46) The definition of Flow Efficiency and Resource Efficiency (9:24) A paint booth example (16:17) The key things that differentiate Flow Efficiency and Resource Efficiency (19:30) Advice for someone who is just getting started (26:09) Podcast Resources Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3 Alen on LinkedIn GA 067 | Lean Dentistry with Dr. Sami Bahri, DDS GA 521 | Celebrating Quick Wins with Alen Ganic Get All the Latest News from Gemba Academy Our newsletter is a great way to receive updates on new courses, blog posts, and more. Sign up here. What Do You Think? Which one should be prioritized, flow efficiency or resource efficiency?

RTA's CEO Josh Turley and head of product and consulting Marc Canton dive into the differences between utilization and availability in our latest episode, exploring:  How utilization feeds availability The right (and wrong) ways fleets calculate asset utilization How utilization can help you right-size your fleet  And more Get insights on how you can communicate with your stakeholders to ensure you're both on the same page for what utilization means for your fleet, how to identify the right metrics to track, and how to find opportunities to better utilize the assets you do have from Marc's first-hand experience working as a fleet manager for Fordham University.  Want to learn more about utilization to ensure your fleet's availability is accurate? Schedule time with our fleet consulting team and see how RTA can help: https://rtafleet.com/solutions/consulting

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lenny Marano, President of the Americas for Lectra, a leading technology solutions provider for industries working with flexible materials. We delved into Lectra's journey from its origins in CAD CAM to becoming an integrated solutions provider for apparel, furniture, automotive, and more.Lenny shed light on how Lectra's technology helps customers optimise their processes from planning through production. He highlighted the pivotal moments in the industry's shift from analogue to digital, explaining how innovations like AI-driven predictive maintenance and on-demand production reduce waste and improve efficiency.We also discussed the profound impact of sustainability on Lectra's offerings, from competitive benchmarking tools that prevent overproduction to material optimisation technologies that minimise waste. Lenny's insights into customer-centric innovation and the importance of managing the digital thread through the value stream were particularly enlightening.For those interested in how technology can drive both sustainability and profitability in supply chains, this episode is a must-listen.Elevate your brand with the ‘Sustainable Supply Chain' podcast, the voice of supply chain sustainability.Last year, this podcast's episodes were downloaded over 113,000 times by senior supply chain executives around the world.Become a sponsor. Lead the conversation.Contact me for sponsorship opportunities and turn downloads into dialogues.Act today. Influence the future.Support the Show.Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Olivier Brusle Alicia Farag 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 episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a text message using this link.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 it. Thanks for listening.

Explore the innovative initiatives made by UN Tourism's Best Tourism Villages as they embark on a journey towards sustainability. Recognised for their commitment to waste reduction and emission minimisation, these villages showcase how rural communities lead the way in adopting eco-friendly measures to boost efficiency and preserve their environment and cultural heritage. From Rwanda's Nkotsi to Portugal's Sortelha, each village unveils unique initiatives designed to mitigate environmental impact while promoting economic growth and community welfare. Sustainable Practices, Resource Efficiency Nkotsi, Rwanda Nkotsi, a quaint village nestled in south-west Musanze, Rwanda, is part of Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, housing 30% of the global mountain gorilla population. To facilitate sustainable community development, Nkotsi engages locals in programs focusing on environmental conservation. To combat plastic pollution, The Igihoho Project was established to reduce plastic bag usage, offering eco-friendly seed bags made from banana barks, crafted by local women. Since its inception, over 15,000 bags have been made and more than 70% have been sold to nursery bed business in the region. Pozuzo, Peru Pozuzo, Peru is within the Selva Central tourist route, one of six destinations known for nature and biodiversity. As part of the "Sustainable Pozuzo 2023" program with the local government and universities, Pozuzo works to protect water sources, preserve fauna and flora species and safeguard biological corridors. Through eco-friendly practices such as utilising biodegradable packaging, prioritising local products, and repurposing organic waste, Pozuzo promotes sustainable tourism while harnessing renewable energies for street lighting. Choachí, Colombia Choachí, a municipality of Colombia, is located 39km from the country's capital and has developed tourism by valuing its natural, cultural and gastronomic wealth. In partnership with the private recycling company Bancalimentos, Choachí has launched an initiative encouraging community members to exchange their household waste such as plastics, cardboard and other recyclable items, for food. Slunj, Croatia Situated alongside the serene Slurnj?ica and Korana rivers, Slunj is prioritising environmental sustainability through practices aimed at minimising tourism's negative impacts, preserving protected landscapes and investing in infrastructure. Projects including "Drop the plastic, make a difference" highlight the town's commitment to reducing plastic use and encouraging sustainable practices. Additionally, The Waste Management Plan, smart city initiatives, and Natura 2000 protection further emphasise Slunj's dedication to minimising its ecological footprint and preserving its natural beauty. Zell am See, Austria Zell am See, a picturesque lakeside village in Austria has implemented 11 measures to support sustainability in the region through a programme called Klima und Energie Modell Region (KEM). This has resulted in a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, a new sustainable mode of transport, micro mobility and decreases in traffic levels. Also supporting the accommodation providers to become certified with the European Eco-Label, the village is focusing on waste reduction, more solar panels and food production, supporting local businesses and the community. Sortelha, Portugal One of Portugal's best-preserved villages, Sortelha, demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability through its energy pilot initiative, aiming to optimise energy efficiency to reduce its carbon footprint, positioning the village as a pioneer in eco-friendly solutions. Its €3M investment in a tourist resort also aligns with sustainability principles. From utilising local raw materials to supporting traditional construction methods, Sortelha's efforts embody a commitment to responsible tourism and a greener, more sustainable future. About UN Tourism UN Tourism is the United Nations agency ...

Let us explore the dynamic landscape of donor relations and how AI revolutionizes personalized engagement strategies for nonprofits!  Discover how AI-driven technologies like text-to-video conversion and generative AI reshape traditional fundraising practices. From creating captivating multimedia content to automating mundane tasks like writing auction item descriptions, Nathan and Scott uncover the myriad ways AI streamlines operations and enhances donor experiences.  Also, they examine Google's ongoing efforts to address bias in AI models, shedding light on the recent rebranding of Google's AI project from "Bard" to "Gemini" to promote transparency and inclusivity. The discussion delves into the implications of Google's AI mistakes, particularly the controversy surrounding their inaccurate images and news. Through thought-provoking dialogue, Scott and Nathan analyze the impact of these missteps on public perception and trust in AI technologies.  Moreover, Nathan and Scott unravel the potential of AI to transform donor relations from a labor-intensive process to a seamlessly personalized journey. Also, they point out how nonprofits can leverage AI to forge deeper connections with donors, boost efficiency, and propel their missions forward in this digital age.  [02:56] Conferences and Collaborations: AI in fundraising focusing on in-person events.  [08:15] Revolutionizing Fundraising: AI's Role in Accessible Creativity and Resource Efficiency  [15:18] Google's AI mistakes and their impact on trust.  [21:44] Empowering Donor Relations: Creative Use Cases for AI in Donor Relations  Resources:  Connect with Nathan and Scott:  LinkedIn (Nathan): linkedin.com/in/nathanchappell/  LinkedIn (Scott): linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenkrans  Website: fundraising.ai/   Nathan's prompt to ChatGPT:   “You are a coach on using generative AI you're working with donor relations and your task is to list out 30 use cases for how they can use generative AI tools in their day-to-day workflows to be more efficient and save time provide detailed explanations.” 

In this riveting episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Ferdi Reynolds, a principal at VC firm SuperSeed, about the transformative potential of Industry 4.0 technologies in manufacturing and supply chains. Ferdi shared his insights on the immense opportunities that Industry 4.0 presents, not just for economic growth, but for sustainability and efficiency improvements across industries.We delved into the slow adoption rates of new technologies in traditional industries and discussed the staggering $15 trillion opportunity that lies in harnessing AI and other innovations to boost global GDP by 2030. Ferdi highlighted the crucial role of startups and investors in driving meaningful change, from enhancing resource efficiency to achieving significant energy savings in manufacturing processes.SuperSeed's approach to investing in early-stage B2B tech startups is particularly fascinating, focusing on companies that are not just technologically viable but also have a clear understanding of their market pull. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.Ferdi's optimism about Europe's role in this global shift, backed by its rich technical talent and advanced manufacturing capabilities, is both inspiring and a call to action. As we explore the cutting edge of Industry 4.0, it's clear that the journey towards more sustainable and efficient supply chains is not just a possibility, but a necessity.For those looking to make an impact or learn more about the exciting opportunities in Industry 4.0, this episode is an invaluable resource. Dive in to discover how innovation is shaping the future of our industries, one startup at a time. Or check out the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/BxagMv2jLJE. Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Krishna Kumar Christophe Kottelat Olivier Brusle Alicia Farag Joël VANDI Luis Olavarria Alvaro Aguilar 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 Digital Supply Chain episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a 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 it. Thanks for listening.

The full text of this podcast can be found in the transcript of this edition or at the following link:https://andrewjbrown.blogspot.com/2023/12/beyond-binary-of-supply-and-demand.htmlPlease feel to post any comments you have about this episode there.The Cambridge Unitarian Church's Sunday Service of Mindful Meditation can be found at this link:https://www.cambridgeunitarian.org/morning-service/ Music, "New Heaven", written by Andrew J. Brown and played by Chris Ingham (piano), Paul Higgs (trumpet), Russ Morgan (drums) and Andrew J. Brown (double bass) Thanks for listening. Just to note that all the texts of these podcasts are available on my blog. You'll also find there a brief biography, info about my career as a musician, & some photography. Feel free to drop by & say hello. Email: caute.brown[at]gmail.com

The full text of this podcast can be found in the transcript of this edition or at the following link:https://andrewjbrown.blogspot.com/2023/12/embracing-climate-adaptation-positives.htmlPlease feel to post any comments you have about this episode there.The Cambridge Unitarian Church's Sunday Service of Mindful Meditation can be found at this link:https://www.cambridgeunitarian.org/morning-service/ Music, "New Heaven", written by Andrew J. Brown and played by Chris Ingham (piano), Paul Higgs (trumpet), Russ Morgan (drums) and Andrew J. Brown (double bass) Thanks for listening. Just to note that all the texts of these podcasts are available on my blog. You'll also find there a brief biography, info about my career as a musician, & some photography. Feel free to drop by & say hello. Email: caute.brown[at]gmail.com

Bruce Kahn, Ph.D. has recently joined Shelton Capital Management to bolster the firm's Sustainable Investment and ESG expertise. In today's podcast episode we're going to begin our conversation with the green industrial transformation that is making corporations more resource use efficient related to water, land, energy and labor. Kahn's extensive background in sustainable investment management includes industry leaders MSCI, Sustainable Insight Capital Management and Deutsche Asset Management. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University's Sustainability Management program, The Earth Institute.

Terwijl Europa zich steeds meer zorgen maakt over z'n afhankelijkheid van China op het gebied van zeldzame aardmetalen, was er twee weken geleden plots nieuws: in Zweden zou Europa's grootste hoeveelheid metalen zijn gevonden. Over die ontdekking en over de zoektocht naar – en winning en verwerking van – zeldzame aardmetalen, praat ik met Ton Bastein, Senior Scientist Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency bij TNO.

On this week's episode, we hear from executives at Citi, Danone, Mastercard, Nestle and Suzano. Plus, venture capitalist Melissa Cheong of Blackhorn Ventures makes the case for startups redefining industrial resource efficiency.

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Mona Newton, former Executive Director of CORE (Community Office of Resource Efficiency), serving Aspen and Pitkin County, Colorado.Ted and Mona discuss her background and early career working in Colorado's Governor's Energy Office, segueing into her role at CORE. CORE is an interesting community energy model made up of elected officials, utility representatives, and committed citizens to help people, businesses, municipalities, facilities and nonprofit organizations save natural resources and lower energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint.Mona highlights three of CORE's programs and projects: placing fees on mega-home developers to offset their carbon footprints, the genesis of the 5 MW solar farm near the Aspen Airport (and the collaboration that made it possible), as well as CORE's work with capturing methane from abandoned coal mines, notably the five mines that constitute Coal Basin.

Our podcast is aimed at discussing Fleet Success and its four pillars (Stakeholder Satisfaction, Intentional Culture, Resource Efficiency, and Risk Management). Why? What problem is Fleet Success trying to solve? RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss this on the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.”Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy of “The Fleet Success Playbook”? Reserve your copy today!Don't forget to share the show with your colleagues and friends, and of course, subscribe to The Fleet Success Show anywhere you listen to podcasts!

In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins is joined by Philipp Eisenmann, the Exhibition Director of IFAT. Held in Munich from May 30th – June 3rd, IFAT is the world's largest tradeshow for wastewater, environmental, and industrial technologies. Kerry and Philipp discuss the organization's 50-year history, from its start in 1966 to becoming a globally recognized brand with major events in Shanghai, Mumbai, Johannesburg, and Istanbul (just to name a few). Philipp shares what visitors can look forward to at the upcoming show, including conference programs specific to the Future of Water, Circular Economies and Resource Efficiency, Sustainable Cities and Municipalities, as well as Intelligent Drives and Zero Emissions. Plus, Philip details a new option for visitors to have a personalized guide help find a specific solution within the nearly 3,000 exhibitors at the event. For more information about IFAT and the upcoming event in Munich, visit https://ifat.de/en/.

What if we treat energy efficiency as a source of energy in its own right? Investors could prioritize more cost-effective demand-side solutions instead of complex and costly energy sources and new infrastructure. Essentially reducing fossil fuels consumption and energy production while increasing independency and security of supply. Reduced energy demand could also control the level of investment needed for the transition toward renewables. Today we're discussing the "energy efficiency first principle"- a key element of EU policy on emissions reduction, which highlights energy efficiency's importance in planning and investment processes in the energy transition. Our guests today are Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Eichhammer and Dr. Jan Steinbach. Prof. Dr. Eichhammer heads the Competence Center for Energy Policy and Energy Markets at Fraunhofer ISI and is a physicist with professional experience gathered in various countries of the European Union and world-wide in designing and evaluating energy efficiency and renewables policies as well as climate policies. Dr. Steinbach is the Managing Director of IREES GmbH – Institute for Resource Efficiency and Energy Strategies since November 2017 and also heads the business unit “Energy Management and Energy System Models”. — The NTNU Energy Transition Podcast aims to function as a knowledge hub that empowers individuals and organizations in Europe and beyond to tackle climate change and move our global society toward carbon neutrality. New episodes every Thursday. The NTNU Energy Transition Initiative was established to deliver world-leading research on energy transition strategies, to achieve the Paris ambitions in an efficient and realistic way. Every spring we organize the NTNU Energy Conference in Trondheim, Norway. You can find us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and on our webpage. Please reach out by mail to "julius.wesche@ntnu.no".

Jes Rutter is one of the UK's leading Resource Efficiency specialists and can count among his clients organisations such as McVities, Wells & Young's and Greencore. Much of his experience is in the Energy Management sector which has focused upon the analysis, effectiveness and improvement of energy generation and utilisation.

Check out the Impact Investor platform here.Thanks to all the Causeartist Partners - Check them out here.----------------------------------------In episode 40 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Rekha Unnithan, Managing Director and Co-Head of Private Equity Impact Investing at Nuveen, on deploying over a billion dollars in capital to address income inequality and climate change.Rekha is the Co-Head of Private Impact Investing. Rekha was an early visionary and established the intentional and leadership impact investing platform for TIAA, and is responsible for executing Nuveen's private equity impact investing across Inclusive Growth and Resource Efficiency.Prior to joining Nuveen in 2012, she worked for Bank of America Merrill Lynch as a vice president in the Institutional Investment Group. She has also held various positions at Merrill Lynch in Institutional Investments, and Investment Oversight and Risk Management.Rekha graduated with a B.A. in Economics from Yale University and an M.B.A. with a specialization in Financial Instruments and Markets and Social Innovation and Impact from New York University's Stern School of Business. She holds the CFA designation. Rekha is a board member of Aeris, a non-profit organization that helps investors make and monitor mission investments.Rekha is also on the Advisory Board of the Operating Principles for Impact Management and serves as the Chair of the Emerging Markets Private Equity Association's Impact Council.Nuveen, a leading global investment manager with over $1.3 trillion of assets under management, recently announced the final close of the Nuveen Global Impact Fund, LP and affiliated entities (the “Fund”). The Fund, which is the first private equity impact fund raised by Nuveen, has secured a total of $218M from a diverse mix of global investors, with the aim of generating strong financial returns and addressing two of the greatest sustainable development challenges: climate change and inequality.Additional information about Nuveen's first two deals out of the Nuveen Global Impact Fund can be found here: Annapurna and Advanced Battery Concepts.Nuveen made its first impact investment in the 1980s and has since invested over $500 million in direct and indirect private equity capital across over 200 portfolio companies in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Today, Nuveen manages over $5.8 billion across all of its public and private markets impact investing strategies.----------------------------------------Check out the Impact Investor platform here.Thanks to all the Causeartist Partners - Check them out here.

In this episode, Tatiana is joined by Tarek Al Khoury, Regional Coordinator for Resource Efficiency and Sustainable Consumption and Production at the West Asia Office of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). They talk about UNEP initiatives to promote the UN Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals, more precisely SDG12, and how we can all work together to reduce food waste. Recently Tarek was also part of a panel discussion moderated by Tatiana at the Food For Future Summit 2022 to discuss policies and legal frameworks to reduce food waste. Food waste is a topic that needs our urgent attention, and this has come up a few times on the show with previous guests as well: Rethinking food waste as a resource, with Ryan Ingram Organic farming in the UAE, with Elena Kinane Sustainable fine dining, with Luca Gagliardi Pioneering sustainable solutions to tackle food security, with Abdulaziz AlMulla The role of insects in the future of food, with Patrick Crowley

We live in a throwaway society, a place where businesses products have Planned Obsolescence built into them. this all started in 1924, representatives of the world's leading lightbulb manufacturers formed Phoebus, a cartel that fixed the average life of an incandescent bulb at 1,000 hours, ensuring that people would have to regularly buy bulbs and keep the manufacturers in business. With the advancement of technology in our society creates the desire for convenience in our consumption is another waste and pollution contributor. A large part of this problem stems from products being overly packaged. Produced by Philip M Russell Ltd Web: http://www.hemelprivatetuition.co.uk

How to do more in your work while still managing to deliver value with efficiency? By intentionally balancing your flow with resource efficiency, you're enabling yourself to live an amazing and balanced life.In this episode, we have Felipe Engineer- Manriquez, a construction scrum expert, national director of lean construction, and the host of the EBFC show podcast. He's also an international keynote speaker with decades of experience in process improvement, project planning, execution, change management, and employee engagement in the construction industry. Felipe explains how scrum changed his perspective in life and effectiveness in his work and other exciting things.Listen in to learn how you can adopt a framework that enables you to manage yourself through flow while delivering value. You will also learn the value of putting yourself in uncomfortable situations to give yourself opportunities to grow beyond your imagination. Connect with Felipe at: https://www.theebfcshow.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/engineerfelipe/Connect with us at:https://www.learningsandmissteps.com/

Seven Fraunhofer Institutes have recently announced that they are pooling their expertise in the lighthouse project "Waste4Future", which aims to increase energy and resource efficiency in the use of plastics and thus pave the way for a chemical industry that requires fewer fossil raw materials and produces fewer emissions. Elisabeth Skoda talks to professor Peter Michel, who is Head of the Polymer Applications Business Unit at Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS, to find out more. 

Trevor outlines how having a sector focus, and associated domain expertise, provides a prepared mind that allows him to both underwrite investments quickly and provide sector-aligned value back to their portfolio companies, where he thinks the venture asset class is headed between sector focused funds and generalist funds, why Blackhorn expanded its multi-stage investment capabilities from seed-to-growth with an opportunity fund that provides the ability to ‘play through' with investments throughout the lifecycle of a company, how specialized growth equity (and SPACs!) has a key role to play within some of the sub-sectors involved with industrial innovation, and we finish with some tech trends of “What's hot and what's hype”.

Global leaders are determined to combat climate change and lead the planet to "net zero". But how can energy-hungry organizations find real solutions in technology, when technology itself is a part of the problem?Today, host Michael Bird is joined by John Frey HPE Chief Technologist for Sustainable Transformation, Ian Henderson HPE Chief Technologist, Rasha Hasaneen from Trane Technologies, and Jordan Appleson, CEO of Hark, to discuss the dichotomy of looking to technology in the fight against climate change. We learn about the challenges of storing renewable energy, how businesses can save millions through energy efficiencies, and how Metallica and the humble Raspberry Pi can help...The long show notes for this episode can be found here: https://community.hpe.com/t5/HPE-Blog-UK-Ireland/Energy-innovation-Time-to-stop-idling/ba-p/7136237#.YLXOv_lueUk

In the fourth  episode of "The Fleet Success Show," fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and RTA CEO Josh Turley discuss one of the four pillars of fleet success - Resource Efficiency. The group defines what this mean and why it's crucial for fleet operations to be smart with how they are using their time and money. Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess.Don't forget to share the show with your colleagues and friends, and of course, subscribe to The Fleet Success Show anywhere you listen to podcasts!

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In this week's episode, Rachel Stonehouse, Policy Research Fellow at IOM3, is joined by Julian Allwood (UKFIRES) and Libby Peake (Green Alliance) to discuss the role of resource efficiency in reaching net zero. FIND OUT MORE The report 'Absolute Zero' published by UKFIRES looks at how zero emissions can be delivered in the UK with today's technologies https://ukfires.org/absolute-zero/ In this report for the Circular Economy Task Force, which is Chaired by Dr Colin Church, Green Alliance calls for a more ambitious and systemic approach to resource use that learns the lessons from the UK's world leading governance system for climate change. https://green-alliance.org.uk/page_4314.php CONTACT US podcast@iom3.org www.iom3.org MUSIC Pamgaea by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4193-pamgaea License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

A: Essentially abundance is present in many of our resources we traditionally have killed one another over the mindset of scarcity but truly in life we must move from ego division fighting selfishness that correlated with scarcity to love compassion generosity kindness and abundance! This is healthy vs unhealthy when we see that we can take it much more serious leaning into a world of happy healthy creative supportive humans that are living in abundance! Text us @ 218-576-8244Tweet us @jr_dub_uuuFollow us @ jr_dub_uuu on Instagram  Linkedin@JR Wierman www.morelovenation.com or www.wiermanmedia.comRemember we share our perspective we never perceive to be right or you wrong ego is right and wrong we aim to make our biggest liability our biggest strength by leveraging the only tool possible that makes ambiguities/inexactness an asset and that tool is creative story telling!

The Community Office for Resource Efficiency launched Imagine Climate 2021 this week with the unveiling of portraits on Colorado Mountain College buildings throughout the Valley. KDNK’s Kathleen Shannon spoke with Lara Whitley about the companion storytelling project.

The Community Office for Resource Efficiency’s (CORE) Stories of Climate Change community mural project is finished in Carbondale, and friendly faces are on the west wall of CMC’s Lappala Center. KDNK’s Amy Hadden Marsh visited the site on Saturday to watch the crew in action.

A new mural project is coming to the Roaring Fork Valley this month. KDNK’s Amy Hadden Marsh spoke to Lara Whitley of the Community Office for Resource Efficiency or CORE to get the details. Mural submissions will be accepted beginning at noon January 6. For more information and to submit photo and audio, click here .

In today's episode, we turn the belief that sustainability is costly on its head as we discuss with Patricio Gonzalez Morel about the enormous potential for profitability of resource efficiency. Transforming energy use and reducing input materials can help businesses recover their investments up to 10,000 times. Can you believe it? The figures are true and Patricio shares with great detail how businesses in the hotel industry built impressive returns on investment (ROIs) and outperformed competitors by finding opportunities to cut waste and improve the efficiency of resource use. We'll also discuss barriers such as the preconception that sustainability only pays off in the long term and ways to ease in practices that can save the company money at the same time as saving the planet. Now relax, play the full episode, and prepare to be amazed! What you'll learn: ● What resource efficiency is and how it can save money; ● How businesses around the world have implemented cost-saving measures; ● How companies can better manage the transition to sustainability; ● And much more! Books & other resources mentioned: Book: We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast by Jonathan Safran Foer *** Our social media profiles: Website: http://annachashchyna.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annachashchyna/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainability-explored/ Fb group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sustainabilityexplored/ Medium: https://medium.com/@SustainabilityExplored Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ua/podcast/sustainability-explored/id1466177546 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy85MTA1OTYwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxh1erc0uQCnGEA9MRtsutA/videos Leave a review: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sustainability-explored-1000714

Carnot Capital is an investment management company, specialized in the area of energy and resource efficiency. Carnot Capital is a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and measure the impact of their investments by mapping the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Andres Gujan is the Cofounder and Portfolio Manager at Carnot Capital. Andres Gujan was an analyst for engineering, real estate and electricity companies at Valartis Bank. In this context he was responsible of the investment portfolio of Valartis Bank, has been a consultant for institutional clients and involved in the issue of derivative investment products. Prior to that, he held leading positions in financial analysis at Bank Vontobel and at Kepler Equities, where he was a responsible analyst for the first share placement of BKW FMB Energy. Andres Gujan started his career at UBS. Andres Gujan is a graduate of the University of St. Gallen (lic.rer.publ.HSG) and is a chartered financial analyst (CFA). Dominique Sekyra is the Head of Business Development at Carnot Capital. Dominique used to work for Knight Vinke (Switzerland) AG where he was responsible for Investor Relations. Prior to this, Dominique worked for the UHNWI team of Bank Vontobel AG's Private Bank. Dominique holds a Master of Science (MSc) in International Business Economics from the University of Westminster in London. Highlights: “We don’t buy sustainability reports, we buy good companies” “At the time there were a lot of sustainable funds around, but we thought that these funds were not that sustainable. Because sustainability is also a financial aspect. A lot of these funds disappeared because they were investing in business models that were not sustainable in the end. So companies that went basically bust.” Carnot capital has two well established  funds - Carnot Efficient Energy Fund and Carnot Efficient Resource Fund. They also recently launched a circular economy index together with Bank Vontobel. Investing in established companies with products and services in industrial, transport and buildings technology, rather than energy transition into renewables. They also invest in resource efficiency such as food sector for example fisheries, agriculture, clean air and clean water. “And only if you ask those specific questions, you actually drill a little bit deeper than the usual biannual analyst call which is mainly very financial heavy, and governance heavy. We are able to ask a different set of questions to competing funds and that is our edge.” There is a lag between how rating agencies analyse these companies and how we interpret these companies with dialogue and deeper research and ESG ratings. Heatmaps of aggregation of the portfolio companies and SDG impact “In our experience, it is impossible to do impact investing without being an active investor.” “I think there will be two streets, two avenues. Either you analyze everything, and you analyze it with not enough depth or granularity, or you focus like us on a specific sector or even a specific portfolio.” How partnerships with banks can scale impact investing -1) create actively managed certificates and create derivatives themed around resource funds 2) traditional managed accounts where they pick out the best qualities from niche impact investors The challenges of climate change and resource scarcity will still be around after the coronavirus crisis. Highlights: [03:24] What is sustainable and impact investing? [07:00] How the investments moved from reducing energy consumption to sustainable and impact investing [16:20] Engagement with companies to push for efficiency numbers and realising these for investors [21:00] Regulatory coming in that will impact footprint and handprint [26:24] Methodology for assessing and measuring environmental impact [31:46] Investor clients coming to Carnot Capital [34:00] Active investing vs ETFs and passive investments [36:07] Challenge of scaling funds like Carnot Capital’s [38:09] Coronavirus crisis and its impact on the market  [43:00] More about Andres and Dominique and what inspires them [47:25] Call to action Useful links: Andreas Gujan’s Linkedin (https://ch.linkedin.com/in/andres-gujan-39207015) Dominique Sekyra’s Linkedin (https://ch.linkedin.com/in/dominique-sekyra) Andreas Walther - Chief Impact Officer of Carnot Capital Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-andreas-walther-797564146/) Carnot Capital (http://carnotcapital.com/) Carnot Efficient Energy Fund (https://www.carnotcapital.com/investor/carnot-efficient-energy) Carnot Efficient Resources Fund (https://www.carnotcapital.com/investor/carnot-efficient-resources) Circular World Index (https://www.carnotcapital.com/news/180-carnot-capital-publishes-the-second-edition-of-its-impact-investing-research-paper-2-1) Carnot Capital Twitter (https://twitter.com/carnotcapital) Carnot Capital Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/carnotcapital/) Belimo (https://www.belimo.com/) Bertrand Piccard - Solar Impulse (https://solarimpulse.com/) Jeremy Rifkin - The New Green Deal (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Green-New-Deal-Jeremy-Rifkin/dp/1250253209) Connect with JP Dallmann on Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jp-dallmann/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/JPDallmann) , or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyjp/) . 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“If you think you have an idea that might make a difference, just get on and do it.” — Ben Dear   If you were to die tomorrow, what would your legacy be? What contribution do you want to leave behind? How do you want to be remembered? Today on Sustainable, I talk to Ben Dear the founder of Osmosis Investment Management about pragmatic investment solutions built on a more sustainable future.  Osmosis Investment Management is a majority-owned employee and management company consisting of experienced portfolio management and environmental research specialists who are at the forefront of integration sustainability data into investment portfolios through their unique Model of Resource Efficiency (MoRE). In this episode, Ben is going to talk about ethical and sustainable investing solutions. He shares what inspired him to set up Osmosis, his own investment management company and how the film An Inconvenient Truth gave him the epiphany of how he wanted to be remembered and what legacy he wants to leave. In this episode, Ben and I talk about: What inspired Ben to set up his own investment management company How do we define sustainability ESG investment Transparency and disclosing data Greenwashing in the financial industry Winning the economic battle before the environmental one Leaving a legacy and contribution to the world    More about Ben Dear Ben founded Osmosis in 2009.  Prior to Osmosis, Ben launched, developed and sold two businesses in the financial sector.  Utilising the proceeds of both corporate transactions, he founded Osmosis with the intent of growing a globally recognized brand within the asset management industry, utilizing a core philosophy that sustainability and returns are not mutually exclusive. Today, Osmosis manages investments on behalf of institutional clients from the UK, Europe, Scandinavia and North America with approximately $1.7bn in assets under management. LinkedIn Twitter   More about Osmosis Investment Management Osmosis is an award-winning sustainable investment manager that was launched in 2009 and is headquartered in London. MoRE or The Osmosis Model of Resource Efficiency is a proprietary investment database developed and maintained by Osmosis, allowing them to create an objective, sustainable, alpha generating investment factor, through the identification across the 32 economic sectors of companies who are generating more revenue consuming less resource than their sector peers. You can learn more about Osmosis by visiting their website here   Mentioned on this episode: An Inconvenient Truth Osmosis Investment Management Article: No, We Are Not Running Out of Forests   If you enjoyed this, check out episode 66: Making Better Financial Decisions with Jeannie Boyle   SUBSCRIBE TO SUSTAINABLE: THE PODCAST If you’re enjoying Sustainable: The Podcast be sure to subscribe in your prefered Podcast Platform to get notified on the latest episodes. Let me know your thoughts about this episode by leaving a review and rating. To find out more about creating systemic and transformational change for people and the planet, head on to  www.earthself.org

In March 2019, the European Parliament voted in favour of a motion that would phase out a number of single-use plastic items across the EU by 2021. The new law sets a 90% collection target for plastic bottles by 2029, committing Member States to this goal. Furthermore, plastic bottles will have to contain at least 30% recycled content by 2030. The European Parliament, alongside several forward-looking Member States, is taking the first steps towards the establishment of a circular plastics economy. While the focus should remain on reducing the use of plastics, plastic waste should also be accounted for. Replacing single-use plastics with innovative alternatives presents the EU with a significant opportunity, given that 95% of the value resulting from plastics production is lost to the economy, amounting to a loss of somewhere between €70bn and €105bn per year. However, the demand for recycled plastics in Europe today stands at only 6%. Therefore, the EU must develop a more robust recycling framework that encourages its industries to produce more responsibly. Questions include: How can the Circular Plastics Alliance help in developing the right framework to stimulate a circular plastics economy? How can countries and companies create incentives to collect and reuse plastics? How can Europe lead the way on the recycling of plastics? Speakers include: Jyrki Katainen, European Commission Vice-President for Jobs, Growth, Investment and Competitiveness André Abreu, Head for International Policy at Tara Expéditions Foundation Igor Chauvelot, Plastic Circular Economy Director at Danone Wytske van der Mei, Head of Unit for Resource Efficiency at the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management Moderated by: Dharmendra Kanani, Director of Insights at Friends of Europe

With MPs failing to agree on a Withdrawal Agreement ahead of the 29 March deadline, the UK's green economy is continuing to ask questions about when and how we will exit the EU, and what impact this will have on business. edie has therefore launched a new series of podcast episodes exploring what Brexit will really mean for key environmental areas, in under 15 minutes.

Feed forage is one of the biggest cost for British farmers, accounting for 33% of total cost of production. Maximising home-grown forage and reducing the cost remains to be the biggest driver for farm profitability. AHDB's Siwan Howaston brings us this final EuroDairy podcast, focusing on resource efficiency and asking the question; how farmers can maximise their use of home-grown forage?  Although the EuroDairy network has now come to an end, you can still make use of the valuable research and information from dairy farmers across Europe by going to eurodairy.eu. 

Shopping and buying locally or regionally supports our local community and region, and applies for materials and products for our home.  While helping your neighbors in your community and region thrive in business, this practice also contributes to a home being green or greener. Regional influence and the community’s influence really does make a difference, and it’s not just for relationships, it’s for everything! A little research helps find local and regional options for the materials and items that make up our homes and what goes in them.  With the ease and convenience of modern transportation and distribution, we can buy and use materials from just about anywhere, yet we often don’t think about the impact of those materials. Local and regional materials and items often offer the benefit of reduced time to transport and lower transportation costs, not to mention a local or regional flare.   Read more at The Green Home Coach Website! The Green Gab Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |   Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Twitter Page |  Stitcher Page Connect with The Green Gab Podcast Hosts: — Marla Esser Cloos on – The Web – Twitter – Facebook – LinkedIn — Tony Pratte on – The Web – Facebook – LinkedIn  Green Gab: About the Hosts of The Green Gab Podcast: Green Gab Podcast Host Marla Esser Cloos is the Founder of The Green Home Coach – a company leading the way to inspire you to learn about, focus on and put into place Green Solutions when it comes to your life, home building and more. Marla is an NAHB Master Certified Green Professional, LEED AP and Missouri Woman Business Enterprise. She Earned her B.S. in Engineering and Public Policy and a Certificate in Energy from Washington University. Click here to learn more about Marla at her website online via TheGreenHomeCoach.Com Connect with Marla Esser Cloos on – The Web – Twitter – Facebook – LinkedIn Green Gab Podcast Host Tony Pratte is the Director of Builder/Contractor Relations at The Sound Room in St. Louis, Missouri. Tony is a graduate of St. Louis University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has earned a Masters in Environmental Management & Sustainability at Harvard University Tony’s 20+ year career has allowed to him to collect a number of experiences, connections and perspectives that offer an incredibly unique point of view that adds incredible value to each episode. Connect with Tony Pratte on – The Web – Facebook – LinkedIn

As part of its action plan on the circular economy, the EU is aiming to give substance to a more efficient use of resources by reducing food waste and increasing food security. The European Parliament is due to vote in May 2017 on an own-initiative report proposing measures to cut the 88 million tonnes of edible food wasted annually in the EU by half by 2030.Source: © European Union - EP

As part of its action plan on the circular economy, the EU is aiming to give substance to a more efficient use of resources by reducing food waste and increasing food security. The European Parliament is due to vote in May 2017 on an own-initiative report proposing measures to cut the 88 million tonnes of edible food wasted annually in the EU by half by 2030.Source: © European Union - EP

An interview with Niklas Modig, author of This is Lean. This episode is a neat package of insights on lean. Here’s a few questions you should be able to answer after this episode if you listen close: What is lean? What is resource efficiency? What is flow efficiency? Why is flow important? How can we increase flow? And even if you already know the answer to those questions there’s plenty of great examples and bits of wisdom to learn from.

Resource scarcity seems to be a major worldwide problem. Professor Lenny Koh presents a compelling argument against this view; instead, Professor Koh believes this is a matter of ineffective resource management, utilisation and efficiency. Professor Lenny Koh,is an Associate Dean, Chair Professor in Operations Management, Founders and Directors of Advanced Resource Efficiency Centre (AREC), the Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) Research Centre at the Management School, the Faculty’s Centre for Energy, Environment and Sustainability (CEES) and Cross Cutting Chief, Strategic Futures on Resource Sustainability (SCRS).

Randy Udall, director of the Aspen-based Community Office for Resource Efficiency, presents the third in the lecture series "Energizing the Rockies: Energy Challenges in Global, National and Regional Perspectives." CORE works with government officials at the local, state and federal levels to promote forward-thinking energy and green building policy. Recorded February 27, 2007.