Podcast appearances and mentions of urban environments

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Considering recent cases and societal issues, how can built environment practitioners influence policies for women's safety in cities? With Professor Priti Parikh, Director of Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, Dr Hanna Baumann, UCL Institute for Global Prosperity and Dr Margarita Garfias Royo, Deputy Director of the Engineering for International Development Centre.  Transcription link: https://bartlett-review.ucl.ac.uk/podcast-planning-urban-environments-for-womens-safety/index.html Date of episode recording: 2024-12-12T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:33:57 Language of episode: English Presenter:Professor Priti Parikh Guests: Dr Hanna Baumann; Dr Margarita Garfias Royo Producer: Adam Batstone, Chizoba Onyiuke and Victoria Howard

In our final episode based on this year's BREAD-IGC virtual PhD-level course on the economics of cities in low and middle-income countries, Matthew Kahn of USC and Siqi Zheng of MIT focus on sustainable urbanisation. They tell Tim Phillips about how cities can adapt in the face of climate change, both its inhabitants and its buildings. Read the full show notes on VoxDev: https://voxdev.org/topic/migration-urbanisation/how-urban-environment-can-adapt-climate-change

Episode produced by Chloe Fortune, Ava Shultz, Meera Mohindra and Alicja Zator. In this episode of Sync into the Earth, we explore the topic of human-wildlife conflict in urban environments with a North American perspective. Encounters with wildlife are nothing out of the ordinary in urban city centers like Toronto and Edmonton, but do we ever stop to think about how our actions are impacting the wildlife with whom we share our cities? Throughout this episode we give focus to raccoons, coyotes and birds, as well as discuss recent peer-reviewed literature which investigates how living in cities impacts local wildlife. This includes studies on the physiological response of raccoons whose diets mainly consist of human food waste, the impact of diseases from bird feeders and our on-going problem with bird-window collisions. Included in this episode are special guest speakers Dr. Colleen Cassidy St. Clair from the University of Alberta, who discusses her work on the “Edmonton Urban Coyote Project,” and Victoria Badham from the Toronto Wildlife Centre, who discusses human-wildlife interactions and the work currently being completed by the Toronto Wildlife Centre to help local wildlife. References: Adelman et al. (2015). Feeder use predicts both acquisition and transmission of a contagious pathogen in a North American songbird. Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 282:20151429. https://doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2015.1429 Kummer, J. A., & Bayne, E. M. (2015). Bird feeders and their effects on bird-window collisions at residential houses. Avian Conservation and Ecology, 10(2):6. https://doi.org/10.5751/ace-00787-100206 Schulte-Hostedde et al. (2018). Enhanced access to anthropogenic food waste is related to hyperglycemia in raccoons (Procyon lotor). Conservation Physiology, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.1093/conphys/coy026

Dr Sana Loue joins Ethics Talk to discuss her article, coauthored with Jared Ontko and Timothy Nicholas: “Government Obligations and the Negative Right to a Healthy Urban Environment.  Recorded August 27, 2024.  Read the full article at JournalOfEthics.org

In this evocative episode of The Phat Girl Chronicles, we explore a powerful and deeply ingrained cultural phenomenon in Black households: “Be home before the street lights come on.” As part of our REAL BLACK DISSERTATIONS series, this episode, titled When the Street Light Comes On: A Look at Parental Fears in Urban Environments After Dark, delves into the anxieties and fears that shape parenting in urban communities, particularly for Black families. We'll unpack the historical, cultural, and socio-economic roots of this common parental mandate, taking a closer look at the factors that make urban environments after dark feel fraught with danger. From concerns about crime, police interactions, and gang violence to fears of racial profiling and systemic inequality, this episode examines the layers of stress that influence how Black parents guide and protect their children when the sun goes down. Join us as we dive deep into the generational impact of these fears, the lessons passed down to children about safety, and how urban environments shape the way Black families navigate daily life. With real-life stories, expert insights, and a look at how things have evolved (or haven't) over time, this episode promises to be an eye-opening conversation about fear, survival, and resilience in Black communities. This episode will serve as a deeply thoughtful examination of the anxieties Black families face in urban environments, exploring how generational fears influence parental decisions and shape the lives of Black children growing up in cities across America. We wanna hear all your thoughts and answer all the questions, so come connect with us.......... Instagram: @thephatgirlchronicles Facebook.com/thephatgirlchronicles Twitter: @pgcpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ThePhatGirlChronicles You42: https://www.you42.com/channel/1647 Did you learn something in this episode that you didn't know?!? If so, please share this episode with a friend and leave a 5-star review and comment wherever you listen to this podcast. We would love to know how our show made your day or taught you something new!!! https://www.facebook.com/thephatgirlchronicles/reviews And make sure you listen in on your favorite podcast streaming platform, and leave us a rating, follow us, and share, share, share!!!!

[Full Episode] Join us in this enlightening episode of Driving Impact as host Katheline sits down with Carmen Zella, the visionary founder and chief creator behind Now Art. Carmen takes us on an inspiring journey through her impactful work in public art, from groundbreaking street art movements to immersive urban installations like Luminex. Discover how Carmen's dedication to integrating art into urban environments fosters community, sparks innovation, and transforms cities. Hear about her personal odyssey, the challenges she's faced as a woman in the art world, and her unwavering commitment to making art accessible to all. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or someone passionate about driving positive change, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in and explore how art can heal, unite, and elevate our societal consciousness.   Chapters: 00:00 - The Importance of Art in Communities 01:00 - Welcome to Driving Impact with Carmen Zella 02:00 - Carmen Zella's Journey to Finding Her Purpose 04:00 - The Transformative Power of Immersive Theater 06:00 - From London to Montreal: Embracing Interdisciplinary Arts 08:00 - The Role of Artists in Urban Environments 10:00 - Luminex: A Fusion of Art and Technology 12:00 - The Impact of Public Art on Communities 14:00 - The Impact of Art on Society 15:00 - Exploring the Intersection of Art and AI 16:00 - The Role of Technology in Public Art 17:00 - The Vision and Mission of the Foundation 18:00 - Reviving the Triforium Project 19:00 - Challenges and Opportunities in Public Art 20:00 - The Unifying Power of Art 21:00 - Advice for Aspiring Change-Makers  

This episode is brought to you by the Complex Canine Community. Use code "UNPACKEDPOD" for a month free! Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training. This is an unPACK session - a shorter episode where we are giving you an inside look at the conversations we are having with REAL guardians as we unPACK their dog's very real behavior training plan. In this episode, we are unpacking Lucifer's case plan with Allison. We're going back to the topic from last episode: Reactivity in an Urban Environment. To apply, see photos of the dogs featured in this episode, or read full episode transcripts, visit us at www.unpacked.stream and connect with us on Instagram @Sailorjerrithedogtrainer and @Freedbytraining. unPACKed was created by Jerri Scherff and Mattison Simpson, and edited and produced by Josh Wasta under the Supervision of Straight Up Dog Talk LLC and Emily Breslin.  Visual design by Mattison Simpson and theme music by Oleksandr Stepanov.

Juliet Sinisterra's website: http://www.thevenushive.com Juliet's course beginning in Nov. 2024: https://www.thevenushive.com/course: "The Pleiades and Pachamama: Creating the Rainbow Bridge to Build New Earth   Juliet's journey spans over 30 years in urban design, master planning, and sustainable community development across Washington State. For the past five years, Juliet has deepened her understanding as a student of astrology and shamanic traditions, enriching her role as a guide and mentor. Passionate about integrating urban systems with the wisdom of nature, Juliet explores how communities can thrive within the boundaries of our planet. Her work centers on developing regenerative urban landscapes and nature-based infrastructure that honor and support all forms of life.  Juliet's journey draws strength from her connection to her Quechuan/Colombian roots, infusing her teachings with indigenous wisdom and a holistic approach to community development. Her vision extends beyond sustainable infrastructure, envisioning cities that harmonize with the Earth's natural rhythms and planetary boundaries. Juliet holds a professional degree in Architecture and certificates in urban design, Transition Towns and Biomimicry for Social Innovation To become a patron of Heather:   / heatherensworth   Heather's website: https://www.risingmoonhealingcenter.com/

In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee converses with Bronx-based artist and designer Walter Cruz. They explore Walter's artistic journey, focusing on how architecture and design intersect with the experiences of marginalized communities. Walter shares personal anecdotes that sparked his interest in architecture, emphasizing the psychological impact of spaces and the importance of historical context. This discussion highlights the influence of ancestors and collective knowledge on artistic vision. Walter also promotes his latest projects and upcoming exhibitions, reflecting his commitment to community engagement and the transformative power of art.Episode Highlights:Walter's Artistic Focus (00:01:05) Walter shares his interest in the built environment and its connection to Black and Brown communities.First Architectural Experience (00:02:17) Walter recalls his first visit to Times Square, igniting his passion for architecture and design.Intersection of Disciplines (00:04:44) Walter Cruz explores how art, design, and architecture intersect, particularly for marginalized communities.Researching Black Designers (00:07:36) Walter shares his journey of discovering Black architects and designers, challenging Eurocentric narratives.Empowerment through History (00:10:30) Walter finds empowerment in learning about historical figures in design and architecture.Present Influence on Work (00:15:54) He reflects on being present and observant in his surroundings, shaping his current artistic work.Experimenting with Concrete (00:22:26) Walter describes his exploration of using concrete as a medium to express his artistic ideas and heritage.Returning to Baltimore (00:28:15) Walter shares the story behind his upcoming show in Baltimore and his connection to the venue's renovation.Visual Design for Advocacy (00:43:25) Walter talks about his work with the Black Alliance for Just Immigration and its significance.Key Takeaways:1. Design with Empathy: Always consider the emotional and psychological impact of spaces on the people who use them.2. Celebrate Diverse Contributions: Make an effort to learn about and highlight the achievements of marginalized communities in your field.3. Honor Collective Wisdom: Recognize that your creative work is part of a larger historical and cultural continuum.4. Embrace Everyday Materials: Use familiar, everyday materials in your art to create a deeper connection with your audience.Socials:Instagram: 2oceansLinkedIn: Walter CruzCheck out Walter's Show here:currencystudio.us/blogs/heather-grey-gallery/walter-cruz-carry-on-tradition-at-heather-grey-gallerywww.artscape.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Carry-On-Tradition-document

This episode is brought to you by Trust Your Dog Custom Muzzles. Use code "FREED10" for 10% off custom gear for you AND your dog! Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training. Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who's working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs.  We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it's important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans. In this episode, we are unpacking Reactivity in an Urban Environment. Settle in with us and unPACK.   To apply for our next season, see photos of the dogs featured in this episode, or read full episode transcripts, visit us at www.unpacked.stream and connect with us on Instagram @Sailorjerrithedogtrainer and @Freedbytraining. unPACKed was created by Jerri Scherff and Mattison Simpson, and edited and produced by Josh Wasta under the Supervision of Straight Up Dog Talk LLC and Emily Breslin.  Visual design by Mattison Simpson and theme music by Oleksandr Stepanov. Want more? Listen to Mattison's other podcast, Dog Training Bytes.

Jose Alfredo Ramirez, co-director of Architectural Association's (AA) Ground Lab is passionate about the concept of slowing down water in an urban environment how that can be achieved through decentralisation, a mindset shift and design. Jose has led projects at the junction of architecture, landscape, and urbanism in several countries in South America and the UK. He joins the Think.Future podcast to introduce the  Socio Hydrological Index for Mexico City and Oaxaca as a decision making tool for managing slow water in localized contexts.

Jason Marks is co-founder and CEO at TELO. TELO makes intelligently designed, compact electric vehicle trucks for city living and weekend adventuring. Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/jasonmarks Edison Manufacturing Exchange: https://brandonbartneck.substack.com/publish/home https://telotrucks.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmurraymarks/ Keywords Telo Trucks, electric mini trucks, purpose-built, urban living, weekend adventuring, truck size, negative impacts, safety, sustainability, battery pack, sensor-based safety systems, Telo, vehicle safety, pedestrian safety, collision outcomes, cost-effective manufacturing, customer demand, efficiency and effectiveness Takeaways Telo Trucks is focused on building electric mini trucks optimized for urban living and weekend adventuring. Trucks have become too big, causing negative impacts on the environment, safety, and mobility. Telo Trucks is taking a purpose-built approach, designing a vehicle that is optimized for its intended use. They have developed a battery pack that is 50% more space efficient and implemented sensor-based safety systems to anticipate and prevent collisions. Telo is focused on building a vehicle that prioritizes the safety of pedestrians and vulnerable road users. They aim to optimize the design of the vehicle to minimize the risk of severe injuries or fatalities in the event of a collision. Telo emphasizes the importance of cost-effective manufacturing by leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and contract manufacturing. They have demonstrated customer demand through pre-orders and fleet discussions, and believe it is possible to build a sustainable company by focusing on efficiency and effectiveness. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Problem Statement 05:41 The Need for a Different Approach 12:55 Designing and Developing the Vehicle 18:33 Active and Passive Safety Systems 25:35 Cost-Effective Manufacturing for Low and Mid-Volume Vehicles 28:06 Demonstrating Customer Demand through Pre-Orders and Fleet Discussions 35:11 The Importance of Experienced Advisors, Risk-Taking, and Customer Feedback 44:16 Transition Riff.wav 44:22 Intentional Product Decisions 45:21 Designing for Driver and Road User Safety 46:46 Creating a Business Ecosystem for Success 47:15 Excitement for Tello's Future 47:21 Conclusion About Telo TELO makes intelligently designed, compact electric vehicle trucks for city living and weekend adventuring. Its signature TELO Truck, launched in 2023, features the standard bed capacity and crew cabin in a dramatically shortened 152-inch vehicle. With over 2,500 pre-orders secured since launch, TELO is representative of a different era of EV companies and is the most cost-effective company on the market. Co-founded by Jason Marks, Forrest North, and Yves Béhar with design input from fuseproject. Jason Marks Bio Jason Marks is co-founder and CEO at Telo. Jason led the Autonomous Vehicles and Driver Assistance Systems test programs at National Instruments (NI), where he was a Chief Business Development Manager. He developed the test systems for five major US automakers' Autonomy and ADAS test systems for their 2024 model year vehicles. He's an experienced Sales, Marketing, and R&D leader with patents in LiDAR. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. Edison Manufacturing and Engineering: Edison is your low volume contract manufacturing partner, focused on assembly of complex mobility and energy products that don't neatly fit within traditional high-volume production methods. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/

As part of our “Urban Matters” Special Series, Nicky Sheats, Ph.D, Esq., Director of the Center for the Urban Environment at the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research at Kean University, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss combating environmental injustice in urban communities. Then, Max Pizarro, Editor-in-Chief at InsiderNJ.com, joins Steve […]

Helen Lui is joined by architects Amit Price Patel and Jill Robertson from DIALOG, to discuss the design of great public spaces. They share insights on the political power of design, the intersection of science and art in shaping communities, and the significance of community engagement in creating inclusive spaces. The conversation emphasizes inclusivity, considering diverse perspectives, and the importance of moving at the speed of trust when engaging with communities. Amit and Jill highlight the impact of inclusive design on community well-being, stressing the role of public spaces in fostering connections and shared experiences. Show Credits:Host: Helen LuiProducer: Aaron JohnsonCover Art By: the Sneaky Artist (https://sneakyart.substack.com/)Covert Art Titles: SpencerWebsite: UrbanismVancouver.comIf you want to support the podcast, you can "Buy Us A Coffee"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/urbanismvancouver

Carbon capture and the Labrador Sea, oceanographer Brian Ward explains the research ahead AND PhD candidate Sydney Collins on nesting gulls in St. John's.

Helen Lui is joined by Urban Sketch Artist Nishant Jain, also known as "the Sneaky Artist" to discuss the concept of 'Third Spaces'—the places between home and work where social bonds are forged and community enriched. We explore how these spaces, from parks to cafes, are not just physical locations but also platforms for cultural expression and social interaction. We also discuss the transformation of third spaces and their role in shaping modern urban life. Show Credits:Host: Helen LuiProducer: Aaron JohnsonCover Art By: the Sneaky Artist (https://sneakyart.substack.com/)Covert Art Titles: SpencerWebsite: UrbanismVancouver.comIf you want to support the podcast, you can "Buy Us A Coffee"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/urbanismvancouver

The Arctic is heating at four times the rate of the rest of the planet, and is a key indicator region for mapping the impacts of the climate crisis. Glacial melt is predicted to contribute to disastrous rates of sea-level rise which will have catastrophic impacts on global cities, coastal communities and the millions of people who live there. It is crucial that we  do everything we can in our cities to ensure that the Arctic does have a future…because all of our futures depend on it.Image Credit: Photo by Roxanne Desgagnés on UnsplashFeatured in this episode: Xuemei Bai, distinguished professor for Urban Environment and Human Ecology at the Australian National University Featured guests:Al Pace is one of Canada's most accomplished Arctic river guides. He co-founded Canoe North Adventures with his wife, Lin, in 1987, and has been taking people into the far north of Canada by canoe and raft ever since. In the off season, Al is the owner of The Farmhouse Pottery where he crafts beautiful stoneware.Dr Victoria Herrmann is a Senior Fellow at The Arctic Institute. In 2022, she was named as one of the top 100 most influential people in climate policy worldwide by the Apolitical Group. She led the America's Eroding Edges project, and she is currently working on the initiative, Preserving Legacies: A Future for Our Past. Dr Herrmann is a bastion of hope for the work that can and must be done for the Arctic.LinksLast-minute pledges and sobering science: Where is the World, Post-COP28? Cities 1.5 podcastSea of methane sealed beneath Arctic permafrost could trigger climate feedback loop if it escapes - Live Science15 towns and cities starting new cooperation across the Arctic - Arctic Urban Regional Cooperation (AURC) progrIf 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 a podcast by University of Toronto Press and is produced in association with the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy. Our executive producers are Dali Carmichael and Peggy Whitfield.Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/Music is by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/

Efforts to address the climate crisis are under siege beneath a rising tide of mis- and disinformation, with smear campaigns often funded and coordinated by vested interests such as the fossil fuel industry, climate conspiracists looking for cash and clicks, and even national governments. We all have a part to play - we must take responsibility for the information we consume and share to ensure a prosperous, healthy future for ourselves…and our planet.Photo by Andrew Neel on UnsplashFeatured in this episode: Xuemei Bai, distinguished professor for Urban Environment and Human Ecology at the Australian National UniversityFeatured guests:Jennie King is the Director of Climate Research and Policy at the Institute of Strategic Dialogue (ISD) and co-founder of the Climate Action Against Disinformation Coalition (CAAD). She has spearheaded investigations on climate denialism and ‘discourses of delay' around the world, and has co-authored a number of ISD's flagship reports on this issue.Hélène Chartier is C40's Director of Urban Planning and Design. She and her team develop programmes and activities that support cities to accelerate sustainable and resilient urban planning policies and design practices, including the C40 workstream on 15-minute cities.LinksHow climate change misinformation spreads online - Carbon BriefThe Nexus Between Green Backlash and Democratic Backsliding in EuropeCAAD Data Monitor Vol.1: 15-Minute CitiesThe 15-minute city is transforming life for urban dwellers for the better - Mark Watts15 minute cities: How they got caught in conspiracy theories - BBC NewsCarlos Moreno: ‘I received violent death threats for inventing the 15-minute city' - The TelegraphIf 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 a podcast by University of Toronto Press and is produced in association with the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy. Our executive producers are Dali Carmichael and Peggy Whitfield.Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/Music is by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/

A familiar bird that is as clever as it is cunning, sadly the crow is often dismissed as merely a ruthless menace or an unwelcome alarm clock. But if you look closer, there's beauty in this scavenger's ways.

A very special episode of the Wild About Wellbeing podcast! This is a recording of a live panel discussion about urban environments and eco-anxiety. Dom and Rob are joined by David Lindo, a broadcaster and educator also known as The Urban Birder, Dr Delia Garratt, Chief Executive of The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country, and Jazzie Peffly, from London Wildlife Trust's Youth Board. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last year's COP28 conference ended with a historic first: after dramatic and tense negotiations lasting deep into the night, representatives from across the globe agreed upon a roadmap to transition away from dirty energy. But does the agreement fall short of what is required if the world is to avoid breaching crucial and deadly climate tipping points?  Image Credit: © Maurizio Martorana - C40Featured guests:Mark Watts, executive director of C40 Cities, is building a reputation as one of the most prominent thought leaders in the urban climate action space, and was recently recognised as such in the Time 100 Climate list. Mark's aim for C40 entails supporting its network of cities in halving global emissions this decade, while simultaneously reducing inequality and implementing inclusive climate policies. Professor Xuemei Bai is a distinguished professor for Urban Environment and Human Ecology at the Australian National University. She was also the winner of the 2018 Volvo Environmental Prize, and is an elected fellow of the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia. Professor Bai has served as a lead author for numerous global climate policy initiatives, including IPCC AR6 and is also a commissioner at the Earth Commission, which has set out crucial tipping points the world must not pass to avoid planetary collapse.LinksJournal of City Climate Policy and Economy Collapse by Jared DiamondSolved: How the World's Great Cities Are Fixing the Climate CrisisPorts & Shipping - C40 websiteTranslating Earth system boundaries for cities and businesses - NatureBuild networked resilience across cities. - Science - Professor Xuemei BaiC40 North America mayors' response to wildfires and air quality crisis in the regionWe've lost a giant: Vale Professor Will Steffen, climate science pioneer - The ConversationIf 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 a podcast by University of Toronto Press and is produced in association with the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy. Our executive producers are Dali Carmichael and Peggy Whitfield.Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/Music is by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/

As the majority of the UK population lives within an urban environment, it's critical that ‘wilder nature' is not the privilege of the rural landscape. Stephen Mason, Community Parks Officer at Cheltenham Borough Council, shares practical examples of what rewilding can look like in a semi-urban context, how to bring people along with the journey and the benefits for people, places and nature alike. ************SIGN UP for the VOLUNTEERS DAY: https://www.grangeproject.co.uk/volunteers-day************Your HostsTom Constable: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-constable/Chloe Constable: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-constable-24155821b/Grange Project Contact & Social MediaEmail: hello@grangeproject.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/grange.project/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/grangeprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GrangeProjectLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-constable/Our GuestStephen Mason is the Community Parks Officer for Cheltenham Borough Council. He is passionate about nature, rewilding, volunteering and engaging communities, and is delighted to be paid for doing the work he loves!https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-mason-926893259/https://www.facebook.com/cheltenhamparksListen out for:[00:00:00] Tom and Chloe share a lengthy update on the Grange Project, discussing the plan for the volunteers day, the dilemmas of health and safety, and what they've learnt about native trees and tree protection.[00:] Stephen introduces himself and the role of a Community Parks Officer.[00:] We discuss the importance of context and what ‘rewilding' means in a semi-urban to Cheltenham Borough Council, for example the creation of a wild-flower meadow in a heritage park within the town.[00:] Stephen shares the consultation process involved with making changes to community green spaces and how the council are working to engage and educate people.[00:] We then talk about a community orchard project, including a scrape, and the benefits for nature and the local residents.[00:] Chloe talks about her experiences working in mental health and the value of green prescribing and engaging young people with nature. [00:] Stephen shares more examples including veternising a mature sycamore tree in order to create wildlife habitats and the importance of a mosaic of habitats. [00:] We end the interview with Stephen by discussing the challenges of dispersal and wildlife corridors within a semi-urban environment.[00] Chloe and Tom reflect on the interview and what resonated most for them.Keen for...

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Dan Winter is a multi-disciplinary bodyworker and Epigenetic Health Coach who supports his community to understand their body better so they can live empowered and meaningful lives. Dan believes that when we understand the fundamental laws of nature and apply them in our lives, we unlock our capacity to heal. Ever since he can remember, he has been curious about human potential. The challenges he's met in his health journey have fuelled his interest to look deeper, listen and learn to optimise his own function across many areas of health to live a life in harmony. In this conversation, Dan and I discussed the importance of permaculture and how it serves as a lens for viewing life, particularly his bodywork. He shares his understanding of the Chinese Five Elements theory, Ayurveda, Zenthai Shiatsu, and Permaculture principles as useful modalities to integrate nature into health and well-being. Takeaways: Permaculture is a lens for viewing life and understanding nature's underlying principles and threads. Integrating plants in an urban environment is possible through creative solutions like neighbourhood gardens and potted plants. The sweet leaf is a versatile and resilient plant that can thrive in tropical climates and provide a continuous source of nutrition. Plants can be utilised for health and healing, supporting the body's natural processes and addressing specific imbalances. The five elements theory, derived from traditional Chinese medicine, provides a framework for understanding the cyclical nature of life and the interconnectedness of body and environment. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Permaculture 02:09 Studying Permaculture and Applying Principles 05:13 Applying Permaculture Principles to Body Work 07:58 The Pattern to Detail and Integration Principle 09:21 Integrating Plants in an Urban Environment 12:47 Favourite Plants and Medicinal Diet 16:14 Must-Have Plant: Sweet Leaf 19:11 Utilising Plants for Health and Healing 25:23 Understanding the Five Elements 31:28 What's Alive and Thriving: Personal and Professional Life Website: www.bodyrelate.com.auFacebook: Body Relate Instagram: @bodyrelateWork with me: https://brelate.simplybook.me/v2/Radio show FB page: https://www.facebook.com/CairnsFM891?mibextid=kFxxJD SHOW NOTES: Sweet Leaf (Sauropus androgynus) Zenthai Shiatsu Ayurvedic Detox, Panchakarma Five Elements Theory **THE ELDER TREE TROVE PATREON COMMUNITY** You can join our Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ and gain a deeper connection to our podcast. Pay only $2 per week to have access to bonus and often exclusive resources and opportunities- plus support the Elder tree at the same time!  To find out more about The Elder Tree visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠www.theeldertree.org⁠⁠⁠ and donate to the crowdfunding campaign ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. You can also follow The Elder Tree on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠sign up to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠. Find out more about this podcast and the presenters ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Get in touch with The Elder Tree at:  ⁠⁠⁠asktheeldertree@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ The intro and outro song is "⁠⁠⁠Sing for the Earth⁠⁠⁠" and was kindly donated by Chad Wilkins.  You can find Chad's music ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.

Getting into the nitty gritting of urbanism around the world and specifically what changes have happened in America over the years. This time with an actual expert! Youtube: https://youtube.com/@almostapodcastPatreon: patreon.com/almostapodcastMusic: Oyasumi by Smith The Mister

Struggling with his health despite following a healthy lifestyle, Nic Tan made a bold decision to leave his densely populated environment in Singapore for a new life in Mexico. Now dedicated to helping others heal themselves, he coaches busy professionals and business owners to transform their lifestyles and nutrition. In this episode, you will be able to: Transform your health through simple environmental changes and see impactful results. Learn from personal coaching experiences to prioritize your health and well-being. Discover effective strategies for balancing health with your busy professional schedule. Continuously expand your knowledge in health coaching to enhance your well-being. Uncover the importance of EMF mitigation and its impact on environmental wellness. My special guest is Nic Tan. Nic Tan, a dedicated wellness advocate and coach, made a courageous decision to relocate from Singapore to Mexico in pursuit of improved health for himself and his wife. Facing the challenges of Hashimoto's and the limitations of conventional approaches, Nic's personal journey led him to prioritize environmental changes as a catalyst for wellness transformation. With a strong foundation in quantum health and circadian biology, Nic is committed to helping individuals, particularly busy professionals and business owners, elevate their well-being through lifestyle modifications and environmental optimization. Drawing from his own experiences and professional expertise, Nic brings a unique and credible perspective to the realm of health and wellness, offering valuable insights and support for sustainable transformation. The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - Making the Big Move 00:03:35 - Health Challenges in Singapore 00:09:15 - Transition to Mexico and Coaching 00:13:39 - Helping Clients in Urban Environments 00:14:42 - Overcoming Resistance to Blue Blockers 00:15:38 - Impact of Blue Blockers on Vision 00:17:00 - Transitioning to a Morning Routine 00:20:46 - Importance of Nutrition and DHA 00:30:52 - Impact of Non-Native EMF Environments 00:31:16 - EMF Awareness and Mitigation Strategies 00:32:54 - Mitigation Strategies and Bedroom Focus 00:33:59 - Wireless Radiation and Mitigation 00:35:23 - Working Environment and Grounding 00:44:47 - Prioritizing Health 00:46:37 - Opportunity for Understanding 00:46:50 - Sponsor Appreciation 00:47:10 - Importance of Mineral Supplements 00:47:30 - Closing Remarks  ____________________________________________ This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional! ________________________________________ Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey! https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resources Use code YOGI for a discount on Blue Blockers at vivarays.com/carnivoreyogi Use code YOGI or YOGI12 for a discount at www.upgradedformulas.com Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) - https://sarah-kleiner.mykajabi.com/store Sign up for my newsletter to get special offers in the future! - https://sarah-kleiner.mykajabi.com/contact

Getting greener in urban environments with Rhoda DeJonge and Ivan Fredette. We talk about how trees benefit public health, the challenges of urban tree planting, the lack of funding for urban forests, and how replanting wastes money. We also discuss native plants, issues with sidewalks, and soil restoration. Find out why today's lumber sucks on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Vineland Research and Innovation at VinelandResearch.com and @VinelandResearch. Reach out at Info@VinelandResearch.com.Check out Safe Tree at SafeTree.ca and @SafeTreeltd. Reach out at Info@SafeTree.ca. Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio. Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings dive into North America's most populous waterfowl species in this episode. Brasher and Jennings expand the mallard conversation into its entire life cycle, preferred habitats, and even close relatives. This is the all-things mallard episode you've been waiting for. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Cougars in urban environments present a unique wildlife management challenge. As human development encroaches on natural habitats, these predators find themselves navigating a landscape of neighborhoods, roads, and human activity. Cougars' presence in urban areas underscores the importance of responsible wildlife management, public awareness, and conservation efforts that consider both human safety and the needs of these remarkable creatures. Lauren Steinbrecher, K.-T.| P.-Oct. 19 (no date) Herriman Mountain Lion euthanized after sheep attack, face-to-face neighbor encounter, KSL.com. Available at: https://www.ksl.com/article/50757730/herriman-mountain-lion-euthanized-after-sheep-attack-face-to-face-neighbor-encounter (Accessed: 19 October 2023). Beier, Paul, "COUGAR ATTACKS ON HUMANS: AN UPDATE AND SOME FURTHER REFLECTIONS" (1992).  Proceedings of the Fifteenth Vertebrate Pest Conference 1992. 6.  https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/vpc15/6 Alldredge, M.W., Buderman, F.E. and Blecha, K.A. (2019) ‘Human–cougar interactions in the wildland–urban interface of Colorado's Front Range', Ecology and Evolution, 9(18), pp. 10415–10431. doi:10.1002/ece3.5559.     Wild Aware Utah | Cougars   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/your-adrenaline License code: QWS1TG5BYTFK2PCL

  Alvis Yuen is an ESG and Sustainability professional with expertise in ESG reporting, building decarbonization, energy systems, sustainability policy, investor relations, strategy, and project management. He has strong analytical and scientific background, recent sustainability portfolio oversight with the largest landlord in NYC, and currently leading Bain Capital's Real Estate ESG initiatives.    Alvis is a graduate of the City College of New York, earning his Master's degree for Sustainability in the Urban Environment. His interest in the interaction of the environment and business interest began during his undergraduate studies at NYU where Alvis pursued dual majors in biochemistry and economics. This background allows him to understand the more technical aspects of sustainability problems as well as their economic implications. His immersion in diverse academic disciplines enabled Alvis to balance the perspectives of many stakeholders when addressing the issues of sustainability.  At the G&A Institute, Alvis analyzed hundreds of corporate sustainability reports for submission into the global GRI database. His work has been incorporated into research on corporate governance and sustainability reporting trends of S&P 500 Index companies. Alvis has also contributed to Wikirate, a global open-source database for corporate sustainability performance.   Alvis' specific interests include: green buildings, renewable energy, transportation, and urban development. In recognition of his accomplishments, Alvis has been awarded the inaugural REBNY Sustainability Fellowship. He is also a LEED Green Associate.  Show Highlights Companies are focused on climate risk and opportunities to support the CDP framework. Bain Capital is a large, global, multiple asset investor. A general partner for investing with different funding sources Invested in real estate associated investments Whole Business Unit of Bain Capital Real Estate Pro tips for transparency to ensure you are reporting, collecting, and tailoring accurate data for your portfolios. Deciding what green best practices to use for your projects and not just chasing a certification.  Alvis shares some of the more aggressive mandates that may be coming to a city near you. Get your foot in the door with roles that are a little more narrow and specialized in the industry. Charlie and Alvis discuss the trillion dollar question in our industry.       Show Resource and Information Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on .  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the !   Copyright © 2023 GBES

To purchase any of Dr. Laura's products mentioned: https://intuition-physician.myshopify.com?p=By3LxjVAn Does this sound familiar? You've been told to take medication after medication, hoping to find relief from your health issues, but the pain persists. You're tired of feeling frustrated and discouraged, desperately seeking a solution that actually works. Well, what if I told you there's a powerful practice that can revive your health and well-being from the inside out? It's time to explore the scientifically-backed benefits of grounding and discover a whole new level of physiological well-being. In this episode, you will be able to: • Discover how tapping into grounding techniques could be the secret to reviving your health and wellbeing. • Expose the limitations of traditional medical approach, with its narrow focus on symptom treatment. • Uncover hard scientific evidence behind grounding's power to enhance human physiology. • Bust the common misconception that grounding's benefits can only be reaped amidst nature's embrace. • Explore the quintessential role Earth plays in human life and our intricate bond with it. My special guest is Dr. Laura Koniver. Meet Dr. Laura Koniver, a passionate advocate for holistic medicine and practitioner of an unconventional, yet scientifically-backed approach to health; grounding. After a personal encounter with the profound calming effects of grounding on her colicky baby, she was inspired to backtrack to her medical roots to scour medical literature and reinterpret the results in the context of grounding. Dr. Laura's keen research skills coupled with her first-hand observations led her to become a leading proponent of grounding, educating masses with crucial knowledge derived from double-blind placebo studies on the transformative healing power of this simple practice. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Grounding, 00:02:13 - Dr. Laura's Journey into Holistic Medicine, 00:05:25 - Understanding the Electrical Conductivity of the Body, 00:08:54 - The Power of Grounding, 00:13:47 - The Importance of Earth's Electrical Output, 00:18:45 - Grounding in Urban Environments, 00:22:35 - Addressing Detox Reactions to Grounding, 00:25:05 - The Impact of EMFs on the Body, 00:26:21 - Solutions for Electrosensitivity, 00:27:20 - Benefits of Being Electrosensitive, 00:28:21 - Impact of EMFs on Fertility, 00:33:14 - Thoughts on PEMF Beds, 00:39:08 - The Importance of Natural Materials in Grounding, 00:40:13 - The Intuitive Connection Between Grounding and Nature, 00:40:45 - Potential Negative Impact of Grounding Tools on Electrosensitive Individuals, 00:42:42 - Grounding in Urban Environments, 00:49:05 - Importance of Moisture for Grounding, 00:50:13 - Moisturizing for Grounding, 00:51:16 - Conductivity of Bark and Grounding, 00:53:18 - Grounding and Intuition, 01:01:10 - The Earth's Role in Health Regulation, 01:01:52 - Natural Remedies and Surprising Results, 01:02:48 - Conventional Medicine and Health, 01:03:31 - The Impact of Earth's Electromagnetic Field, 01:05:26 - Where to Find Dr. Laura Koniver's Work, ____________________________________________ This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional! ________________________________________ Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey! https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resources Use code YOGI for a discount on Blue Blockers at vivarays.com/carnivoreyogi Use code YOGI or YOGI12 for a discount at www.upgradedformulas.com Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) - https://sarah-kleiner.mykajabi.com/store Sign up for my newsletter to get special offers in the future! - https://sarah-kleiner.mykajabi.com/contact

My guest this week is Blanche Cameron, who leads UCL Bartlett School of Architecture's Environmental Design and Greening Cities modules, and is an urban green infrastructure advocate who works closely with industry and the government on urban greening issues. To say our towns and cities are not always good examples of environmentally sound design and biodiversity would be quite the understatement, but Blanche is one of a group of outspoken advocates for nature inclusive design who are are working towards better outcomes in this regard. Dr Ian Bedford's Bug of the Week: Dagger flies What We Talk About  The built environment and biodiversity collapse Landscaping in towns and cities How good design can help mitigate biodiversity loss and climate change Vertical planting and green roofs Do we need a coherent plan or is it up to individuals to start changing their landscapes? “Productising” and the construction industry's need for homogeneity Where does technologically fit in? About Blanche Cameron Blanche leads UCL Bartlett School of Architecture's Environmental Design and Greening Cities modules, and is a tutor on the Making Cities module and Environmental Design modules in the Landscape Architecture Masters courses. She is currently coordinating the Living Landscape Strategy for UCL's £1Bn UCL East development, and sits on UCL's campus greening ‘Wild Bloomsbury' steering group. Blanche is an urban green infrastructure advocate, working closely with industry and government, and especially with the independent advisory organisation Livingroofs.org founded by Dusty Gedge in 2004. She edited the 2019 policy update report on the impact of 10 years of urban greening through the London Plan Green Roofs and Walls 2008 policy by Dusty Gedge and Gary Grant. Links Blanche on LinkedIn www.naturalgrower.co.uk www.veteransgrowth.org Other episodes if you liked this one: John Little Green Roofs with Dr Anna Zakrisson Patreon

About Chris Chris is a practice leader with Biohabitats, leading the firm's research and development effort called Bioworks. He is an ecological engineer with 20 years of experience in restoration and regenerative design. Combining engineering and ecological design through a biomimicry lens, he approaches every project as an opportunity to create and restore functional life […] Read full article: Episode 109: Rewilding Anywhere At Any Scale Relies Greatly On How We Restore And Reimagine Our Urban Environments

What is that on the horizon - well, it's Spring of course. The klaxon for warmer, longer days is finally sounding and Head Gardeners Saul and Lucy are looking forward to it immensely. Spring is a wonderful time of year but also incredibly busy for all professional gardeners up and down the country as the gardens come alive with colour, texture and the occasional weed! Join them both as they navigate this beautiful time of year, bringing you the sights and sounds of Stonelands and East Donyland, as well as their home gardens and beyond.You can't of failed to be aware of the impact we have on our natural environment and this week one of the big stories has been the feeling of most of the trees in Plymouth city centre - where Head Gardener Saul calls home. So along with lucy the Talking heads pair discuss whether we are taking the green environment in our cities and towns seriously and whether we should invest more to bring the best of the built and natural environment in partnership - after all isn't that what gardening is all about!Twitter links:Saul @GardeningSaulLucy @HeadGardenerLCIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Support the show

Why do we need more tree cover in our urban environments? The Detail finds out.

Two air pollutants are quietly contributing to thousands of premature deaths in New Zealand every year, shows a new analysis that's prompted fresh calls for tougher regulations. While New Zealand's air quality is generally considered good by international standards, Stats NZ's newly updated indicator has linked pollution from vehicles and fireplaces to around nine times more early deaths than last year's road toll. The indicator data was calculated using the latest Health and Air Pollution in New Zealand (HAPINZ) model, which was published in 2022 and used 2006 and 2016 as base years. It focused on two human-made pollutants associated with health risks: PM2.5 - or fine particulate matter measuring fewer than 2.5 micrometres in diameter - and nitrogen dioxide (NO2). While NO2 was mostly linked to traffic pollution, PM2.5 also stemmed from other sources of fossil fuel combustion, such as people burning wood and coal for home heating over winter. In 2016 – the most recent year for which suitable population, health, and air quality data was available – the pollutants were linked to an estimated 13,155 hospitalisations and 3,317 premature deaths. “Even though Aotearoa New Zealand has good overall air quality relative to other countries, we now know that exposure to air pollutants, even at low levels, is associated with significant health impacts,” Stats NZ's environmental and agricultural statistics senior manager Michele Lloyd said. These ranged from childhood asthma to people needing hospital care for heart and respiratory problems. Source / Stats NZ Of those hospitalisations in 2016, 71 per cent were linked to vehicle emissions, mainly through NO2 exposure, while around a quarter were linked with PM2.5, stemming from home heating. More than two thirds of the premature deaths were also linked to traffic pollution, with another 29 per cent associated with people lighting fires in homes. Across the board, the data showed how much of our population was living in areas with poor air quality, relative to recently-updated World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines. Between 2006 and 2016, the percentage of our population living in areas where those guidelines had been exceeded rose from 24 to 31 per cent for NO2, while falling from 85 to 81 per cent for PM2.5.   People lighting fires is continuing to drive higher levels of air pollutant PM2.5 over winter in New Zealand. Photo / Warren Buckland Stats NZ insights analyst David Harris said a jump in estimated health impacts from pollution was likely driven by an increasing population, but also rising NO2 exposure – perhaps owing to higher numbers of diesel vehicles on our roads. The data also showed a markedly higher risk for Pacific peoples, likely due to location. The highest numbers of people harmed by the two pollutants could be found in our biggest centres, with some 939 premature deaths and 4633 hospitalisations reported in Auckland alone. Yet, relative to population size, areas in the lower South Island had out-sized impacts: notably the 219 pollution-linked premature deaths per 100,000 people older than 30 in Invercargill, versus Auckland's rate of 104 per 100,000. Source / Stats NZ Harris pointed out that air pollution itself was made up of a complex mix of gases and particles. But, because it wasn't possible to individually capture the health impacts of each one, assessments like this were simplified by focusing on key contaminants like NO2. University of Auckland aerosol chemist Dr Joel Rindelaub said the findings were “very much in line with what we already know: air pollution is a major threat to human health. “Over 3,300 premature deaths per year are related to air pollution in Aotearoa New Zealand, that's more than melanoma, diabetes, colon cancer, and road accidents combined. “Without a serious effort to address the causes of air pollution... these trends are likely to continue.” He saw an urgent need to set a national standard for PM2.5 pollution, something in which our country lagged “way behind” the rest of the world. “Many other countries have acknowledged the harm this pollution can do and have been regulating it for decades,” he said. “In fact, China has been regulating PM2.5 since 2013.” “We could literally be making ourselves dumber by not addressing poor air quality," University of Auckland aerosol chemist Dr Joel Rindelaub says. Photo / Michael Craig Importantly, studies were increasingly suggesting that air pollution could affect our brains, as well as our heart and lungs. “We could literally be making ourselves dumber by not addressing poor air quality.” As well, there was a big need to better understand the health impacts of air pollution indoors, where people spent about 90 per cent of their time on average. While the Stats NZ data was entirely based on outdoor monitoring, Niwa air quality scientist Dr Ian Longley noted that roughly half of the air pollution within our homes and buildings happened to come from outside, with the rest from sources like indoor smoking and cooking. “Covid-19 has not yet changed how we assess outdoor air quality, although the lockdowns and changes to travel patterns have indicated how valuable ongoing monitoring is in times of change and uncertainty,” Longley said. The pandemic had also brought a growth in interest in monitoring indoor air quality, most notably in schools, he said. “This may be fading away now as our Covid amnesia sets in, but it is the growth in indoor monitoring that will allow indoor air, and Covid, to be included in future Stats NZ reporting like this.” - Jamie Morton, NZHSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Venture Capital Help Biodiversity in the Built Environment with Margarita Skarkou?Plus Fintan Damer of Mott MacDonald Talks About the Importance of EducationJoin the Round Table here.As part of the Biodiversity in the Built Environment month, we investigate the urgently needed good that venture capital can do in an interview with Margarita Skarkou of 2150 VC. Plus we talk to Fintan Damer of Mott MacDonald about the urgent need for biodiversity education.Margarita Skarkou, ClimateTech VC @ 2150 | Non Executive @ Innovate UK – UKRI Credit Committee | Top 30 Women in the City Brummel | Newton FellowWorking with founders to scale solutions and companies that can have a measurable impact and create more resilient, sustainable, healthy and equitable cities is the single most exciting mission of our time. I am optimistic about technology and humanity's ability to alter the current climate change and ecosystem degradation trajectory.”Margarita has spent the last ten years working across the construction, international development and finance sectors.Prior to joining 2150 she was a VP in the Sustainable Impact Capital team at Barclays, leading investments in sustainable tech businesses. While at Barclays, she co-founded Barclays Ventures, a corporate innovation / CVC business unit where she led on ESG and wellbeing investments.Margarita is an active angel, business advisor and scout for FiveThirteen, which showcases female founders in cleantech. She is also currently a Non-Executive Credit Committee member at UKRI – Innovate UK, NERC ‘Economics of Biodiversity' and ‘Quality of Urban Environments with Nature Connectedness and Health' delegate and Advisory Board member for the Next Generation NED Network.Margarita graduated with a MEng Civil Engineering degree from the University of Edinburgh and is a CIMA certified Business Accountant.Her personal commitment to sustainability in 2022 is to avoid buying a car despite having a baby and use reusable/biodegradable nappies!Follow Margarita on LinkedInFintan Damer, Ecologist, Mott MacDonaldFintan Damer is a practicing Ecologist working for one of the world's leading engineering and environmental consultancies, Mott MacDonald.Although he has been working as an ecologist for the past number of years, Fintan has a wide breadth of knowledge and understanding in other related areas of environmental science.Previously Fintan worked in the wider horticulture industry where he accumulated over 30 years of experience working in various sectors of the industry including private commercial operations, public sector local authorities, and as a self-employed landscape contractor and garden designer.His lifelong passion for nature has lead him to question many aspects of operational norms in land use industries, not least those that are perhaps questionably considered ‘green' or ‘sustainable'.Read the full episode page here.Join the Round Table here.Constructive Voices: Inspiring change within the construction industry and related sectorsFollow Constructive Voices on:LinkedInTwitterFacebookRequest a media pack: jackie@constructive-voices.com

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Sarah Ichioka is co-author with Michael Pawlyn of 'Flourish' a rich, inspiring book that outlines key paradigm shifts for this time of planetary emergency.  Looking deeply into the web of life, Flourish proposes a bold, imaginative - and do-able - set of regenerative principles to transform how we design, make and manage our buildings and our communities. Sarah is an urbanist, curator, writer and podcast host.  Connecting cities, culture and ecology, she has been recognised as a World Cities Summit Young Leader, and one of the Global Public Interest Design 100.  She is founding director of the Singapore-based strategic consultancy 'Desire Lines' and is co-author, with Michael Pawlyn, of the book 'Flourish' and co-host with Michael of the Flourish podcast. In this expansive, incisive conversation, Sarah expands on the five paradigms she and Michael identified that are holding us back in the old 'business as usual' frame and the ways we can shift our world-view to new ways of thinking, being - and designing our lives.  Drawing on the work of foundational thinkers like Freya Matthews, Donella Meadows, Janine Benyus and Ronan Krznaric, plus existing communities such as the Los Angeles Eco Village, Sarah shows us that the ideas and actions are already in place, we just need to build them bigger, proving that, as Willam Gibson has said, the future is here, it's just unevenly distributed. Flourish book: https://www.flourish-book.comFlourish podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/flourish-systems-change/id1602779076Donella Meadows Leverage Points: https://donellameadows.org/a-visual-approach-to-leverage-points/Freya Matthews: http://www.freyamathews.netJay Griffiths 'Pip Pip': http://jaygriffiths.com/books/pip-pip/Ronan Krznaric 'The Good Ancestor' :https://uk.bookshop.org/books/the-good-ancestor-how-to-think-long-term-in-a-short-term-world/9780753554517Deep Time Walk App: https://www.deeptimewalk.org/kit/app/Los Angeles Eco-Village: https://laecovillage.orgBuilt Environment Declares: https://builtenvironmentdeclares.comArchitects Climate Action Network: https://www.architectscan.org

If you're thinking of planting a tree or replacing one on your property, you will want to attend the upcoming Zoom webinar hosted by Autumn Salamack, Bainbridge Island Climate Officer, and Drue Morris, City Arborist. The topic is Right Plant, Right Place: Choosing Appropriate Trees for the Urban Environment, on Wednesday September 14th at 6pm. In this episode of What's Up Bainbridge, Autumn tells us about the Climate Smart Bainbridge Challenge and the City's Climate Action Plan and tree-related considerations.  Drue explains that choosing the right tree species for the right space will maximize the success of that tree and help it thrive. And she'll tell us what you can expect to learn at their webinar. You may visit the city website calendar here: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/calendar.aspx?eid=4104 You may register for Right Plant, Right Place online here: https://bainbridgewa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BCrLOT14QKu3PRjksFULaw To learn more about Climate Smart Bainbridge go to: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/1359/Climate-Smart-Bainbridge Credits: Podcast Host Sonia Scaer; Audio editor Keith Doughty; Publisher Robert Ross  

Ellen is an herding breeds specialist trainer from West Yorkshire in the UK and she like me, specialises in Border Collie and more in general in herding breeds. Helen has developed a method that is aimed to help herding breeds that struggle with prey drive also integrating in her programs Sheepballs by Key Lawrence. You can learn more about Ellen on the Urban Herder Website . Also from the ones if you that live in UK, keep an eye on both our business pages for some surprises as we mention in the podcast!!!

Patience, authenticity, vulnerability, and being able to take your “teacher hat” off. On this week's episode of The Teacher's Lounge, we talk with Deonte Bridges of Atlanta Heights Charter School about creating relationships with students in an urban environment.#NHAmazing

Released 6 April 2022. This podcast is based on a compendium that resulted from a conference on “Military Operations in an Urban Environment” cosponsored by the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce in conjunction with the Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs, the U.S. Army War College, and the Association of the United States Army. At the time of the conference, the concept of homeland defense was emerging as an increasingly important mission for the U.S. military. Click here to read the compendium. Episode Transcript: Soldiers In Cities  Stephanie Crider (Host) Decisive Point introduces Conversations on Strategy, a US Army War College Press production featuring distinguished authors and contributors who explore timely issues in national security affairs. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the podcast guests and are not necessarily those of the Department of the Army, US Army War College, or any other agency of the US government. The guests in speaking order on this episode are: (Guest 1: Michael C. Desch) (Host) Conversations on Strategy welcomes Dr. Michael Desch, editor of Soldiers in Cities: Military Operations on Urban Terrain, published by the US Army War College in 2001. A graduate of Marquette University, he holds master's and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago. I'm so glad you're here, Michael. Thank you so much for taking time to go through this with me today. (Desch) My pleasure. (Host) Military Operations on Urban Terrain: Please briefly walk us through the basic concepts of this monograph. (Desch) Military operations in cities is not a new topic. But the period of time in which we put together this collection of papers saw a renaissance of interest in the topic. It really was connected with a series of high-profile, urban operations that sort of reminded us all that operating in urban areas presented great challenges—challenges much greater and unique to those of military operations on other sorts of terrain. You know, the big thing on the American side, of course, was the famous Battle of the Bakaara marketplace (Battle of Mogadishu), chronicled in Mark Bowden's book Black Hawk Down: (A Story of Modern War). But there was also the First Battle of Grozny, in which the Russian military tried to suppress the Chechen uprising and felt that they had to do so, in part, by assaulting the capital of Chechnya, Grozny. Neither of these operations was pretty. And neither of them, I think it's safe to say, was fully satisfactory to the respective militaries involved. And so military operations on urban terrain became a hot topic. There was a lot of doctrinal attention to it. But also, at least in the United States, there was an effort to build or improve the infrastructure for (military operations on urban terrain or) MOUT training at various Army combat training centers and other Army facilities. I was at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, Kentucky, at the time, and one of the US Army facilities that was investing in a significant upgrade of its MOUT training facilities was the (US Army) Armor School at Fort Knox in Kentucky. Why Kentucky and why MOUT? That was the reason that we undertook this study. (Host) Let's talk about military operations on urban terrain today. What did the monograph get right? (Desch) Well, military operations on urban terrain have been a pretty much consistent part of military operations in recent conflicts. So, most famous, during Operation Iraqi Freedom, were the operations in the Iraqi city of Fallujah. Today, we're seeing military operations in conjunction with the Russian special military operation in eastern Ukraine. And the Russian case is interesting both for instances in which the battle is taking place in urban areas, particularly in the southeast, in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, but also where, at least so far, they're not being undertaken,

What would you do if you had to relocate for a job without a guarantee of long-term employment? This is one moment that Blake McCarty shares on today's episode of Hope Between The Lines. He unpacks that shock and more in our conversation. Blake McCarty is the Youth Pastor at Bridge Church in Waukesha, WI. To learn more about Bridge Church, head to their website. https://bridgechurch.net/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dan-herod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dan-herod/support

70% of the world's population is expected to live in cities by 2050. This puts pressure on cities and districts to become smart. But how can digitalization, the power of data and IoT enable decarbonization, resource efficiency and higher quality of life? Tune into the new episode of our Siemens Advanta podcast and learn from our guests Dave Hopping and Jeremy M. Goldberg how to shape the future of smart cities!

America's urban centers aren't often associated with green living, but with electrification, the smoggy cityscape could become a thing of the past. Whether it's school buses, light rails or the moving of goods from place to place, those who work and live in more densely populated parts of the world stand to see their lives transformed. In this episode of “Electric Generation,” Seattle Transportation Electrification Program Manager Andrea Pratt joins host Chuck Nice to break down the urban environment's brighter, more electrified future.

This episode aims to examine the history of slavery and the urban environment in New Orleans during the 18th and 19th centuries in the context of the Atlantic World. Joining me, is Georgetown University History Ph.D. student, Greg Beaman.

A couple weeks ago we interviewed a pediatric dentist who had established a busy, successful practice in a small town of 7,000 people. In this episode, we decided to switch things up and talk to a pediatric dentist practicing in New York City, a city with 8 million people! Dr. Arielle Faden is a pediatric dentist who associates at multiple practices throughout New York and New Jersey. We discuss what life is like practicing in a competitive urban environment, specifically Manhattan. We talk about patient demographics, general anesthesia, non-competes, associateships, posterior zirconia crowns with esthetically concerned parents, and just how to be successful in general in the big city. This is a great episode for residents looking to practice in a big city or urban environment.