Podcast appearances and mentions of urban sustainability

In 2010, the Association for Information Systems formed a special interest group () to nurture an international community of academics that study the role of digital technologies in fostering environmentally, economically and socially sustainable development. Fifteen years later, we sit down with , the current SIGGreen president, to reflect on the progress we have made. What do we know about how digital technologies help greening our planet? What efforts in empirical, theoretical, and design work is still needed? Is our role to understand the role of digital technologies or do we need to push and enact change ourselves? We conclude that environmental questions and problems are now firmly on the radar screen of our discipline but more work needs to be done for information systems academics to transform the way we think about and use digital technologies.  Episode reading list Corbett, J., & Mellouli, S. (2017). Winning the SDG Battle in Cities: How an Integrated Information Ecosystem can Contribute to the Achievement of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Information Systems Journal, 27(4), 427-461. Seidel, S., Recker, J., & vom Brocke, J. (2013). Sensemaking and Sustainable Practicing: Functional Affordances of Information Systems in Green Transformations. MIS Quarterly, 37(4), 1275-1299. Hasan, H., Ghose, A., & Spedding, T. (2009). Editorial for the Special Issue on IT and Climate Change. Australasian Journal of Information Systems, 16(2), 19-21. Watson, R. T., Corbett, J., Boudreau, M.-C., & Webster, J. (2011). An Information Strategy for Environmental Sustainability. Communications of the ACM, 55(7), 28-30. Jenkin, T. A., Webster, J., & McShane, L. (2011). An Agenda for 'Green' Information Technology and Systems Research. Information and Organization, 21(1), 17-40. Watson, R. T., Boudreau, M.-C., & Chen, A. J. (2010). Information Systems and Environmentally Sustainable Development:  Energy Informatics and New Directions for the IS Community. MIS Quarterly, 34(1), 23-38. Elliot, S. (2011). Transdisciplinary Perspectives on Environmental Sustainability: A Resource Base and Framework for IT-Enabled Business Transformation. MIS Quarterly, 35(1), 197-236. Kahlen, M., Ketter, W., & van Dalen, J. (2018). Electric Vehicle Virtual Power Plant Dilemma: Grid Balancing Versus Customer Mobility. Production and Operations Management, 27(11), 2054-2070. Gholami, R., Watson, R. T., Hasan, H., Molla, A., & Bjørn-Andersen, N. (2016). Information Systems Solutions for Environmental Sustainability: How Can We Do More? Journal of the Association for Information Systems, 17(8), 521-536. Corbett, J., & El Idrissi, S. C. (2022). Persuasion, Information Technology, and the Environmental Citizen: An Empirical Study of the Persuasion Effectiveness of City Applications. Government Information Quarterly, 39(4), 101757. Degirmenci, K., & Recker, J. (2023). Breaking Bad Habits: A Field Experiment About How Routinized Work Practices Can Be Made More Eco-efficient Through IS for Sensemaking. Information & Management, 60(4), 103778. Zeiss, R., Ixmeier, A., Recker, J., & Kranz, J. (2021). Mobilising Information Systems Scholarship For a Circular Economy: Review, Synthesis, and Directions For Future Research. Information Systems Journal, 31(1), 148-183. Haudenosaunee Confederacy. (2025). Values. . The Stakeholder Alignment Collaborative. (2025). The Consortia Century: Aligning for Impact. Oxford University Press. Hovorka, D. and Corbett, J. (2012) IS Sustainability Research: A trans-disciplinary framework for a ‘grand challenge”. 33rd International Conference on Information Systems, Orlando, Florida. Hovorka, D. S., & Peter, S. (2021). Speculatively Engaging Future(s): Four Theses. MIS Quarterly, 45(1), 461-466. Gümüsay, A. A., & Reinecke, J. (2024). Imagining Desirable Futures: A Call for Prospective Theorizing with Speculative Rigour. Organization Theory, 5(1), . Kotlarsky, J., Oshri, I., & Sekulic, N. (2023). Digital Sustainability in Information Systems Research: Conceptual Foundations and Future Directions. Journal of the Association for Information Systems, 24(4), 936-952. Gray, P., Lyytinen, K., Saunders, C., Willcocks, L. P., Watson, R. T., & Zwass, V. (2006). How Shall We Manage Our Journals in the Future?  A Discussion of Richard T. Watson's Proposals at ICIS 2004. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, 18(14), 2-41. Saldanha, T. J. V., Mithas, S., Khuntia, J., Whitaker, J., & Melville, N. P. (2022). How Green Information Technology Standards and Strategies Influence Performance: Role of Environment, Cost, and Dual Focus. MIS Quarterly, 46(4), 2367-2386. Leidner, D. E., Sutanto, J., & Goutas, L. (2022). Multifarious Roles and Conflicts on an Inter-Organizational Green IS. MIS Quarterly, 46(1), 591-608. Wunderlich, P., Veit, D. J., & Sarker, S. (2019). Adoption of Sustainable Technologies: A Mixed-Methods Study of German Households. MIS Quarterly, 43(2), 673-691. Melville, N. P. (2010). Information Systems Innovation for Environmental Sustainability. MIS Quarterly, 34(1), 1-21. Edwards, P. N. (2013). A Vast Machine. MIT Press. Meadows, D. H., Meadows, D. L., Randers, J., & Behrens, W. W. (1972). The Limits to Growth: A Report for the Club of Rome's Project on the Predicament of Mankind. Universe Books. Over the Hedge. (2006). . McPhearson, T., Raymond, C. M., Gulsrud, N., Albert, C., Coles, N., Fagerholm, N., Nagatsu, M., Olafsson, A. S., Niko, S., & Vierikko, K. (2021). Radical Changes are Needed for Transformations to a Good Anthropocene. npj Urban Sustainability, 1(5), .   

This episode is a conversation with Stephen Mason, Community Parks Officer at Cheltenham Borough Council. We discuss:Urban rewilding projects in Cheltenham - including meadows and orchardsReconnecting urban areas with their surrounding landscapeHow the 'rewilding' concept engages communities in biodiversity projectsMeasuring the success of rewilding projectsDon't miss the other episodes in this WILD series: https://greenurbanistpod.com/rewildingConnect with Stephen on LinkedinMore about projects in Cheltenham: https://www.cheltenham.gov.uk/info/88/urban_greening/1495/improving_our_urban_green_spaces- - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

Get free tool: https://free.greenurbanist.org/2050climatetoolIn this episode I share a free tool you can use to understand what the local climate of 520 major world cities will be like in the year 2050. - - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

Learn more about the course: https://greenurbanist.teachable.com/p/course-kickstart - - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

My guests on this episode are Ian Russell and Jamie Kukadia from the watercourses team at London Borough of Enfield. We discuss:'Rewilding Enfield' - rewilding urban streets, parks and rivers.Nature-based flood resilience and sustainable drainage versus traditional engineering.Reintroducing beavers to London.The benefits of conservation livestock grazing in parks and green belt.Advice for others who want to take an urban rewilding approach.Learn more about the Enfield beaversLearn more about the conservation grazing projectThis is part 3 of the Urban Rewilding series.Listen to part 1 here: #102: (WILD) Rewilding Urban Parks with Lost Species - Sean McCormack, Ealing Beaver ProjectListen to part 2 here: #105: (WILD) Wilding the City, with Sophie Thompson (LDA Design)- - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

In this episode I share 4 tips for effectively communicating about sustainability and climate change with a variety of audiences like clients, collaborators and the public. The four strategies I share are:Start with empathy and tailor your message to the audience.Lead with a positive narrative.Make it tangible and relevant.Don't preach. Co-create and facilitate.Research paper I mention: Bastin et al (2019) Understanding climate change from a global analysis of city analogues En-Roads Climate SimulatorNeed help crafting the vision and narrative for your project? Get in touch to see how I can help: Book a Discovery Call - - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

In this episode I explore Sustainable Placemaking: an 8-step process for creating places that people love and maximise sustainability opportunities. So many masterplans create soulless and unsustainable places. In this episode I explain how getting the planning and design process right can unlock opportunities for placemaking, biodiversity, circular economy and decarbonisation.- - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

In this special episode, we take you to Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany, to explore the groundbreaking EUREF Campus—a living laboratory for sustainable urban development. From its historic Gasometer to its cutting-edge energy systems, the EUREF Campus is an important example of how cities can innovate for a greener, smarter future. Join our special correspondent Serafin Dinges as he goes behind the scenes at this unique hub for urban innovation. You will also hear from Karin Teichmann, spokesperson of the board of EUREF AG, and Birgit Detig from Arcadis, as they share how this remarkable project has achieved CO₂ neutrality since 2014, decades ahead of national targets, and why it's inspiring sustainable projects worldwide. Tune in for an immersive journey to one of Berlin's most forward-thinking urban initiatives.

This is episode 2 of 6 in the podcast series on urban rewilding.My guest is Sophie Thompson, a landscape architect and Director at LDA Design.In this episode we discuss:How wild nature can be brought into city streets and public spacesThe importance of working closely with local communitiesExamples of LDA's transformations of highly urban spaces into places for people and nature.How to manage the complexities and constraints of working in cities.More about LDA Design and the projects we discuss: LDA WebsiteGreening London's West EndAlfred Place GardensPrinces CircusConnect with Sophie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-thompson-51b4748/Further listening:Listen to Part 1 in the urban rewilding series: #102: (WILD) Rewilding Urban Parks with Lost Species - Sean McCormack, Ealing Beaver ProjectListen to my previous episode with LDA on their Strand Aldwych project: #81: Reimagining Roads as Public Space, with LDACover image of Princes Circus, London by LDA Design. Photo by Maple Studio, used with permission from LDA Design. - - -Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter Contact Ross Website Linkedin

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Devin: What is your superpower?Maneesa: I would say my superpower is an inability to give up.Food waste is the largest contributor to the municipal waste stream, yet it's managed with century-old methods like trash chutes and compactors. This is where ZeroDay, under the leadership of CEO and co-founder Maneesa Wijesinghe-Nelken, steps in. ZeroDay's solution: robotics and automation designed to handle food waste at the source, within urban buildings like hotels, offices, and restaurants. This innovative approach offers both a reduction in labor and a decrease in the operational expenses associated with traditional waste management.ZeroDay's technology compresses food waste into manageable blocks wrapped in a special bio-wrapper. “Our machines achieve significant volume reduction by up to 75 percent,” Maneesa explains, “which cuts down on the truck trips needed to collect and transport waste, ultimately lowering costs for composting or biogas production.”The potential impact of this innovation is immense. Food waste in landfills emits methane—a greenhouse gas approximately 80 times more potent than CO₂ over a 20-year period. By diverting food waste from landfills and into sustainable processes like composting and biogas production, ZeroDay contributes to reducing urban carbon footprints.Based in New York City, where waste management challenges are pervasive, ZeroDay is piloting its technology in an environment ripe for change. Maneesa envisions scaling this model to other major cities, where food waste management remains a pressing issue.tl;dr:* Today's episode highlights ZeroDay's robotic solution that compresses food waste into sustainable, compact blocks.* Maneesa explains how ZeroDay's technology reduces landfill waste and methane emissions significantly.* ZeroDay's automation helps urban buildings manage food waste more efficiently, saving labor and operational costs.* Maneesa's unshakeable optimism drives her to overcome challenges and create impactful technology solutions.* ZeroDay is currently piloting its waste management technology with business customers across New York City.How to Develop Relentless Determination As a SuperpowerManeesa's superpower is a relentless determination to succeed. She describes herself as “a blind optimist” who refuses to give up, driven by an unwavering belief that she'll overcome any obstacles. This internal drive allows her to push through challenges and keep moving forward, even when the path isn't clear.An example of Maneesa's relentless determination is her experience building ZeroDay's first working prototype. Despite limited experience in hard tech, she and her co-founder faced the intense challenge of building a robotic food-waste processing machine in a month for a demonstration. Maneesa's commitment was so deep that, even after injuring herself on a circular saw, she persisted and completed the prototype. Their efforts led to a successful demo that generated significant interest from businesses and validated their concept despite the grueling process.Tips for Developing This Superpower:* Cultivate blind optimism by finding an inner voice that reminds you success is possible.* Embrace spirituality or meditation practices to build resilience and maintain focus.* Approach challenges with an open mind, seeing each one as an opportunity to learn.* Believe in the purpose behind your work to fuel your drive, even in tough times.Closing Paragraph:By following Maneesa's example and advice, you can make relentless determination a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileManeesa Wijesinghe-Nelken (she/her):CEO & Co-founder, ZeroDayAbout ZeroDay: ZeroDay automates the archaic food waste management system in businesses, allowing them to save money, comply with regulations, and prevent food waste from entering landfills.Website: www.zeroday.lifeBiographical Information: Maneesa previously served as the Director of the Regenerative and Circular Economy Lab, a think tank at the University of Oxford's Smith School of Enterprise and Environment. In this role, she collaborated with large corporations such as Nike and Unilever and small local organizations to develop and implement circular business solutions on various scales. She is also a fellow of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and has completed a study to earn the "From Linear to Circular" professional certification. She holds an MBA from the University of Oxford, specializing in circular business models. Before this, she was an early employee at disruptive tech companies such as Datadog and Okta, focusing on technical solutions and enterprise sales. Maneesa's educational background includes a Bachelors in Physics and Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University. As a native of Sri Lanka, she has firsthand experience of the environmental damage caused by the waste crisis, including witnessing the 2017 Meethotamulla garbage dump disaster. Her experiences have fueled her ambition to combat the waste crisis.LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maneesawn/Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, Mivium, Abby and The SuperCrowd Mastermind Group. 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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines//Amelia Leavesley, University of MelbourneAmelia Leavesley is a Research Fellow in Urban Sustainability at the Melbourne Centre for Cities. Her research focuses on urban climate policy and governance, sustainability transitions and local implementation of global sustainability frameworks. She's here to talk about her last article which unpacked how understanding ‘tobacco tactics' can help fight the global plastic waste crisis, because the reality is plastic production is growing faster than we can recycle it.//Ariel Slamet Ries,  Alison Evans, and Jinghua Qian We play a speech from this past Sunday's Free Palestine Rally,  from outside the State Library Vic. Ariel Slamet Ries (Illustrator and Author), Alison Evans (Author), and Jinghua Qian (Writer and Critic), three writers who, along with Omar Sakr, had their Teen Bootcamp writing workshops terminated earlier this year by SLV. They speak about the hypocrisy of 'cultural safety', precarious employment and political censorship of artists and writers, and taking back our public institutions and our voices!// Stop LAPD Spying Coalition - Part 2 We will hear Part 2 of an interview Priya did last month with Stop LAPD Spying Coalition's Hamid Khan and Matyos Kidane. This week's excerpt includes a dicussion of the group's abolitionist ethos and structural analysis of violence, as well as the importance of demystifying predictive and data-driven policing techniques. Listen back to the first part of our conversation and all our past shows at 3cr.org.au/thursday-breakfast. // Abdullah Al Zubaer EvanAbdullah Al Zubaer Evan joins us to talk the recent student-led mass protests in Bangladesh, which while met with violent state repression have led to the overthrow of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The situation continues to develop with tensions over the establishment of a genuinely democratic successor government. Evan is a PhD student at RMIT University investigating the implication of citizenship rights for ethnic minority Biharis in Bangladesh. // LIVE - RAHU's 2024 Homelessness Week protest Housing Crisis Survival Expo, coordinated by the Renters and Housing Union's North branch and established on the nature strip in the middle of St Georges Road in Preston early this week.//    

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://talkingtransporttransformation.podigee.io/41-andrea-san-gil-leon 704a46dbd81e333b3dc61e336b2a93e5 Exploring Popular Transport, Its Role in Public Transit, and Why Decarbonization Matters In today's podcast episode, we find out why informal transport or paratransit is framed as Popular Transport how this sector is set-up in a unique way compared to traditionally “formalized” transport. Delve into the reasons why such modes exist in different geographies and how the sector can move forward to integration and decarbonization with the bigger transport system. Meet Our Guest: Andrea San Gil León is the Executive Director of the Global Network for Popular Transportation, Founder of the Center for Urban Sustainability in Costa Rica and Co-Founder of Agile City Partners. She is an environmental engineer specialising in sustainability policy, urban sustainability and sustainable transport. Andrea is passionate about reducing social vulnerability and increasing quality of life through city design and sustainable solutions, making cities better places not only for people but also for nature and climate. Andrea has over a decade of experience working as an international consultant developing projects with organisations such as C40, ICLEI, The Nature Conservancy, IADB, AFD, UNEP, GIZ and PTB, but also a policy advisor to different ministries and local governments in projects related to sustainable development, climate, sustainable transport and planning. She was named one of Costa Rica's 40 Top Leaders Under 40 by the El Financiero Newspaper in 2011, a World Economic Forum Global Shaper in 2012, one of LATAM's Important Female Figures in Transport by the Inter-American Development Bank in 2021, and one of the Remarkable Feminist Voices in Transportation in 2023 by Women Mobilize Women and the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative. Listen in for an insightful episode about what makes popular transport so popular, how we can know more about its role in cities, and what we need to think about when we talk about decarbonizing this sector. Global Network for Popular Transportation Many thanks to Our TUMI Partners as well as BMZ, BMWK, and IKI Mobility Our guest Andrea San Gil León LinkedIn Women on the Move representative Patricia Mariano Our moderator Keisha Mayuga and Hannah Behr With help from our intern Carl Simon Springer Max Bleß from audioBoutique for the sounddesign Sebastian Hofer from freifahrt for the concept and production support LINKS and INFORMATION about TUMI Twitter Facebook Youtube Website E-Mail: info@transformative-mobility.org- Aufzählungs-Text 41 full Exploring Popular Transport, Its Role in Public Transit, and Why Decarbonization Matters no Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative

In this episode, host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Detroit's Chief Strategy Officer Trisha Stein, who discusses her efforts in urban sustainability, highlighting Detroit's initiatives to combat the effects of climate change, promote clean and safe mobility, and foster community collaboration and leadership. Stein shares insights for city leaders aiming to create resilient and sustainable urban environments through innovative, cross-departmental strategies.Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on Twitter. 

Join Ali in this episode of URBINARY as she interviews Mirjam Sophie Mauel, a PhD candidate at RWTH Aachen University, about her groundbreaking research on serial refurbishment. Discover how this innovative approach can address urban sustainability challenges, enhance energy efficiency, and transform the construction industry. Learn about the potential impacts, necessary policy adjustments, and the importance of collaboration for widespread adoption. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion!Episode written by: Mudita SighInterviewer: Aliakasandra Rameika Post production: Giulia Oldani

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies.

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

What types of coalitions can deliver social justice within sustainability initiatives? And how can we avoid reproducing unjust distributions of risk and responsibility in urban sustainability efforts? In this episode, Kenneth Bo Nielsen, Arve Hansen, and Manisha Anantharaman discuss these questions by engaging with Anantharaman's new book Recycling Class: The Contradictions of Inclusion in Urban Sustainability (MIT Press, 2024), a unique ethnographic exploration that links middle-class, sustainable consumption with the environmental labour of the working poor to offer a relational analysis of urban sustainability politics and practice. The focus is on Bangalore in India, but the arguments and findings have much wider resonances. Manisha Anantharaman is Assistant Professor at the Center for the Sociology of Organisations at Sciences Po in Paris. Arve Hansen is a Senior Researcher at the Centre for Development and the Environment at the University of Oslo, and co-leader of the Norwegian Network of Asian Studies. Kenneth Bo Nielsen is a social anthropologist based in Oslo, and one of the leaders of the Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode produced by Angelina Campbell, Andrea D'Souza, and Guangrui Li (Rui) This episode of Sync into the Earth explores the fascinating global topic of urban sustainability. Given the breadth of the topic, we focused on sustainability efforts that we, and likely our audience, are familiar with here in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). We begin by defining urban sustainability, because this concept can be interpreted in different ways. Next, we dive into why urban sustainability is essential and why we as humans should care about it. This section provides information on the benefits humans gain from urban green spaces, such as positive physical and mental health effects. We further discuss the importance of this concept by looking at the ecosystem services biodiversity provides in an urban setting, and what urban biodiversity looks like. We end the episode by talking about the different ways that sustainability can be achieved in an urban environment. This includes speaking up against government plans and policies and working with members of your community to voice large-scale concerns and actions to be taken. We also mentioned individual efforts that are easier to achieve, such as planting a pollinator garden in your yard. We hope that this episode gives an insightful snippet on how to make urban living a little bit greener.

Brian Boland is a native of Cincinnati and the founder of Bridge Forward Cincinnati, an advocacy group working to reclaim 19 acres of city land from urban highways. He has a master's degree in Urban Sustainability and Resilience and 30 years of experience in neighborhood revitalization. In addition to his work with Bridge Forward Cincinnati, Boland is the founder of CNU Midwest and a member of Strong Towns. He helped organize this year's Congress for the New Urbanism, which will be held May 15-18 in Cincinnati, directly after the Strong Towns National Gathering.   ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Bridge Forward Cincinnati (site). Tiffany Owens Reed (Instagram). Do you know someone who would make for a great Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!

In today's episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, we're diving into the heart of sustainable logistics with Marcus Hoed, co-founder of DutchX, the pioneering company at the forefront of eco-friendly delivery solutions in the United States. Marcus, hailing from the Netherlands but now deeply embedded in the New York scene, shares the journey and ethos behind DutchX's inception, driven by a passion for bicycles and a vision for a greener supply chain.We explore DutchX's innovative approach to last-mile delivery, utilizing a fleet of e-bikes, e-quads, and e-vans, meticulously designed for various delivery needs while prioritizing safety and sustainability. Marcus outlines the significant challenges and triumphs in establishing a new standard for deliveries in urban landscapes, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in weather conditions and the critical role of technology in optimizing operations.A key takeaway from our discussion is the sheer impact of choosing sustainable delivery options, not just on the environment but also in setting a new benchmark for efficiency and customer satisfaction in the logistics sector. DutchX's commitment to reducing emissions and congestion in cities is commendable, and their expansion plans promise an exciting future for sustainable logistics across the U.S.As we delve into the specifics of DutchX's operations and future aspirations, Marcus's insights offer a fascinating glimpse into the potential for technology and innovation to drive significant environmental change. Join us as we unpack the importance of every choice made in the supply chain and how companies like DutchX are leading the charge towards a more sustainable future.For more on Marcus Hoed and DutchX's initiatives, or to share your thoughts and feedback, reach out at mhoed@dutchx.com. Your engagement is invaluable as we continue to explore the pathways to a greener, more efficient supply chain toElevate 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 showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Krishna Kumar 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.

In this episode, we're delving into a topic that's not just about industry specifics—it's about creating meaningful change in our communities. We understand that as a Black entrepreneur, you're not just building a business; you're sowing seeds of transformation and empowerment. That's why we're thrilled to bring you this conversation with Quilen Blackwell, president and co-founder of Chicago Eco House, as we explore the powerful connection between urban sustainability and economic empowerment.   At the heart of today's discussion is the profound impact of urban sustainability initiatives. Through projects like Southside Blooms, Quilen and his team are turning neglected urban landscapes into vibrant hubs of activity, creating jobs, providing skills training, and instilling a sense of pride and ownership in local youth. We'll uncover how these initiatives are not only revitalizing communities but also fostering economic resilience and environmental stewardship.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: The significance of urban sustainability for fostering economic empowerment How initiatives like Southside Blooms are transforming abandoned lots into vibrant community spaces The role of social enterprise in empowering marginalized youth and building resilient communities Strategies for overcoming challenges and scaling sustainable projects to reach more communities Practical ways individuals and businesses can contribute to urban sustainability efforts   But this isn't just a story about flowers; it's a story about empowerment. Black entrepreneurs like Quilen are leveraging their passion and expertise to address pressing social and environmental issues. And while the challenges they face may be daunting—from navigating regulations to securing funding—they're met with unwavering determination and a commitment to making a difference.   Quilen Blackwell brings a wealth of experience and dedication to this conversation. As the president and co-founder of Chicago Eco House, his mission is to train inner-city youth in sustainable social enterprises to alleviate poverty. The Chicago Eco House's signature program, Southside Blooms, has garnered recognition through awards like the UL Innovation Education Award, Delta Institute BOOST Award, the Keep Chicago Beautiful Community Vision Award, and the African American Legacy Award.   Join us as we explore the transformative power of planting seeds of change and discover how you can be part of the blooming success of urban sustainability and economic empowerment. ------------ Support:    This episode is sponsored by Harvard Business School Executive Education.    Transformation requires a catalyst. For thousands of business leaders, Harvard Business School Executive Education has been that catalyst. Here, senior leaders join in a transformational learning experience, networking with executives from around the world. During the day, participants take part in dynamic lectures led by distinguished faculty. In the evening, the learning continues in unique on-campus living groups. And a wide range of virtual leadership programs offer the types of interactivity and connectivity formerly reserved for in-person engagements. Prepare for the next step in your career. Learn More.   Don't miss out on the resources mentioned in this episode by checking out the show notes at blacktobusiness.com/189   Thank you so much for listening! Please support us by simply rating and reviewing our podcast!   Connect with us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blacktobusiness/    Don't miss an update! Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://blacktobusiness.com/mailinglist

As officials, activists, and scientists meet in Dubai to tackle the climate crisis, the war on Gaza has seen some of its bloodiest days. So, how is Gaza affecting COP28 and how is COP28 affecting Gaza?   In this episode:  Karim Elgendy (@NomadandSettler), Urban Sustainability and Climate Expert  Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Sarí el-Khalili, Fahrinisa Campana, and our host Malika Bilal. David Enders fact-checked this episode. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. Alexandra Locke is The Take's executive producer, and Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Kwasi Mitchell, Chief Purpose Officer of Deloitte, recently joined the show to discuss Yes San Francisco, an urban sustainability challenge spearheaded by Deloitte, Salesforce, and the World Economic Forum that calls for innovative solutions to reimagine and transform the city of San Francisco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the working athlete podcast. On the occasion of 150th episode on the podcast, I thought I'd share an interview I have done with Bangalore's cycling mayor and urban mobility activist Sathya Sankaran and his cohost Knerav Kodolikar. Sathya was on this podcast talking about cycling activism and policy among other things in episode #52. He recently started a podcast called Oorulabs where he addresses various issues related to urban mobility. In this episode we talk about where we were 10 years ago w.r.t cycling, where we are currently and where we can go in the next 10 years an beyond. We talked about what we can do to improve cycling culture in general in India. It was fun. I hope you enjoy it. ===From OoruLabs=== @bikeyvenky talks to us about how India can produce top class cyclist who can compete in events like the Tour de France or Giro de Italia, which is considered the top events in cycling. What are the attitudes and misconceptions around cycling. What is scale, how do we define scale, how do we create leagues and how all this ties down to culture of cycling. How do we compare against countries in Europe like Netherlands or Belgium. Of course we talk about how all this rubs off on urban cycling and transform cities. Welcome to the OoruLabs podcast (https://podcast.oorulabs.com). Ever complained how bad our cities are? How bad your commute is? You'll get to hear from people who are working to solve these problems. This is your weekly soapbox for Urban Sustainability with Sathya Sankaran and his co-host for this show Knerav Kodolikar Timecodes 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Decade to TdF 04:50 - The cycling circuit 11:00 - The gateway drug 16:46 - Scaling the culture 21:40 - City celebration with cycling events 26:45 - Cycling league overkill? 32:32 - How to find talent? 42:18 - Racing to commuting 44:48 - The challenges in the city 46:34 - The safer network 47:30 - The attitudes 50:30 - Concluding thoughts ------------ Working Athlete podcast with Bikey Venky - / @bikeyvenky Sathya Sankaran on the Working Athlete Podcast : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIzO8gguhy8 Tour de France - https://www.letour.fr/en/ Bangalore Bicycling Championships - BBCh.in Bangalore Amateur Racing - https://www.facebook.com/BangaloreAmateurRacing/ Tour of Nilgiris - https://www.tourofnilgiris.com/ Tour of Karnataka - https://tourofkarnataka.com/ Great Malnad Challenge - https://www.greatmalnadchallenge.in/ Bangalore Randonneurs - https://www.audaxindia.in/bangalore-randonneurs-bangalore-c-9 SMN Network map - https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1heZETc7zV2KKllSsMWxMShygJIvvMRE&entry=yt&ll=12.971001759254378%2C77.57444622842634&z=12 write to councilforactivemobility@gmail.com if you would like to contribute

Jeff Lux, Ph.D. served in the public, private and academic sectors for nearly 40 years teaching, researching and managing projects in sustainable design and environmental planning, water resources, land use, and dispute resolution. He served as Town Manager for Truckee and Planning Director for the cities of Davis and Truckee, as well as an environmental planning consultant with two prestigious Bay Area firms. Dr. Lux also served 20 years as an Associate Dean/Professor at UC Davis where he directed professional education programs offering 5,000 trainings annually often focused on community engagement/dispute resolution and courses in planning and design on campus. His summer abroad course, Sustainable Cities of Northern Europe has become one of the most popular and valuable in UC Davis' global learning program. Dr. Lux has conducted research nationally and internationally and written numerous publications including two books, Water and Land Use and the Land Conservation Handbook. In addition, he has mediated over 150 cases encompassing complex water resource and environmental disputes.

Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Matt Gray, Senior VP of Program for the Student Conservation Association about The Student Conservation Association, Community Networking, and Sailing Around the World.  Read his full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Showtimes: 2:53  Nic & Laura discuss their college choices8:19 Interview with Matt Gray starts8:45  Student Conservation Association18:08  Sailing around the world22:17  Community networkingPlease be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Matt Gray at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgray80/Guest Bio:In March 2021, Matt began serving as Senior VP of Program for the Student Conservation Association, the U.S.'s oldest and largest climate corps. Before this position, he served as Chief of Sustainability for the City of Cleveland to create a thriving green city on a blue lake.Prior experience includes a Fulbright Fellowship in Mauritius focused on climate adaptation and four years with the US Department of Energy, where he served as Chair of the Interagency Sustainability Working Group.Matt has bachelor degrees in Industrial Engineering and Anthropology from the University of Pittsburgh and a Masters in Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia University.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the show

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham head north with Dr. Robert Orttung to discuss how climate change is shaping the future of the Arctic. A new study finds that the Arctic has been warming nearly four times faster than the globe, which is a higher ratio than most scientists have predicted. The phenomenon, known as Arctic amplification, indicates that climate models systematically tend to underestimate the speed of increasing temperatures. As these changes occur, how will people see the Arctic and what new economic interests will emerge? Robert W. Orttung is a research professor of International Affairs at the George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs and Director of Research for Sustainable GW. He is the author of Urban Sustainability in The Arctic.

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Summary of the article titled Towards intelligently sustainable cities? – From intelligent and knowledge city programmes to the achievement of urban sustainability from 2013 by Vittorio Gargiulo Morelli, Margot Weijnen, Ellen Van Bueren, Ivo Wenzler, Marke de Reuver, and Luca Salvati, published in the Journal of Land Use, Mobility and Environment. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see how intelligent and knowledge city programmes can contribute to urban sustainability. This article suggests that their main efficacy lies in supporting cities through optimization, innovation and behaviour changes. You can find the article through this link. Abstract: In the quest for achieving sustainable cities, Intelligent and Knowledge City Programmes (ICPs and KCPs) represent cost-efficient strategies for improving the overall performance of urban systems, especially when compared with the costs of physical restructuring and/or retrofitting projects. However, even though nobody argues on the desirability of making cities “smarter”, the fundamental questions of how and to what extent can ICPs and KCPs contribute to the achievement of urban sustainability lack a precise answer. In the attempt of providing a structured answer to these interrogatives, this paper presents a methodology developed for investigating the modalities through which ICPs and KCPs contribute to the achievement or urban sustainability. Overall, our research suggests that ICPs and KCPs can potentially contribute to all three dimensions of sustainability (i.e. economic, social and environmental), but their main efficacy lies in supporting cities achieve a sustainable urban metabolism through optimization, innovation and behavior changes. You can find the transcript through this link. What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on twitter @WTF4Cities! I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

Summary of the article titled Measuring urban sustainability: the potential and pitfalls of city rankings from 2012 by Phil McManus, published in the Australian Geographer journal. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see an investigation into Sydney's sustainability. This article discusses how Sydney could become more sustainable and identifies why normative urban sustainability rankings should be recognised for their potential while simultaneously being treated with caution. You can find the article through this link. Abstract: Measuring the sustainability of a city, and ranking the city against other cities, is increasingly seen as a way to achieve urban sustainability. A number of studies have highlighted how Sydney is unsustainable, with two recent ranking exercises appearing to confirm these findings by placing Sydney below many other Australian cities for urban sustainability. These two exercises are situated within international moves towards ranking cities. The article explores the assumptions and criteria used by Mercer in its Eco-City Index and the Australian Conservation Foundation in its Sustainable Cities Index. The conclusion discusses how Sydney could become more sustainable, and identifies why normative urban sustainability rankings should be recognised for their potential while simultaneously being treated with caution. You can find the transcript through this link. What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on twitter @WTF4Cities! I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

NYC Borough Queens Launches Operation Urban Sustainability, India & Madagascar Team Up Against Climate Change, Quad Powers Launch Q-Champ, Listeners' Call To Action!

This episode is a brief discussion with guest Wesley Tam about the many advantages the urban form has over other built environments in being sustainable.  Email Wesley at wesley.tam@berkeley.edu Email Urban Environmentalism at info@urbanenvironmentalists.org Check out their website here Paul Krugman Opinion piece is here

Hello everyone! Ngadyu narri Coedie - My name is Coedie  As a Wangan Jagalingou man, I invite you to come to my Country.  I am writing to you from Waddananggu, where we have occupied Wangan and Jagalingou homelands for over 6 months now opposite the Adani/Bravus Carmichael mine pit.  I am inviting you to join me on my homelands for the Annual Tour De Carmichael – Cycle for Countrybeing held on Wangan and Jagalingou Country on 23rd until 27th May.  Tour De Carmichael is not a protest but a guided cultural tour on pushbikes. Come and learn about significant sites including Twin Hills, the Belyando and the sacred Doongmabulla springs and how they relate to Wangan and Jagalingou people.  We will be holding cultural workshops at different campsites at the end of each day and ending the tour at the Waddananggu ceremony – where the sacred fire has been burning for more than 200 days and nights.  Other Quick Climate Links for today are: "What would it take to get Australians to buy electric cars? Canberra provides a guide"; A free ebook - "Greening the Greyfields"; "Russia doubles fossil fuel revenues since invasion of Ukraine began"; "Reckless Empire Energy"; "Biden administration to send $385 million to states to offset high home energy costs"; "World Heritage on the watch list"; "Farmers deserve certainty on net-zero target"; "Wholesale power prices soared 141 per cent, year on year, and households should brace for more"; "Accelerating Sustainable Transportation in California"; "How We Got a Parkway for the People"; "How to Make California's Budget Surplus a Good Deal for the Climate"; "The Failure of Global Elites"; "Koalas to get new habitat in northern NSW"; "Australia's wholesale power prices double in a year as coal-fired power plants falter"; "Australia braces for more wet weather with above-average rainfall predicted through winter and into spring"; "Climate Change Is on Track to Wipe Out Most Ocean Life"; "Forests in the tropics are critical for tackling climate change – yet the people showing how are being exploited"; "Climate change, the environment and the cost of living top the #SetTheAgenda poll"; "Fail: our report card on the government's handling of Australia's extinction crisis"; "A new type of insurance pays out as soon as extreme weather hits – and we could try it in Australia": "We found a hidden source of greenhouse gases – organic matter in groundwater"; "A novel approach to stopping floods"; "Artificial intelligence designs power network for remote Rakiura Stewart Island"; "5 Ways to Cut Oil and Gas Use Through Clean Transportation"; "Bringing Actionable Climate Adaptation Data to More Cities"; "Curitiba Is Evolving But Remains a Model for Urban Sustainability"; "Transforming Bole Road in Addis Ababa to Improve Safety and Accessibility"; "Strategic City Planning with Nature? Assessing Urban Biodiversity in San José, Costa Rica"; "Florida Gov. DeSantis surprises with veto of solar net-metering bill"; "Detroit nonprofit offers paid training for energy efficiency jobs"; "Why are gas prices so high? These obscure traders are partly to blame"; "‘Potentially devastating': Climate crisis may fuel future pandemics"; "The tech industry talks about boosting diversity, but research shows little improvement"; "Global warming risks most cataclysmic extinction of marine life in 250m years"; "Can Art Help Save the Insect World?"; "Driving climate action together"; "Australia's biggest wind and solar hybrid plant begins production"; "Labor commits to working with local government on climate action"; "Sun Cable unveils staggering scale of world's biggest solar and battery project"; "Australia will miss its weak 2030 emissions reduction targets, new data shows"; "Kooyong candidates full-length video"; "Amid the worst drought in a generation, we must step up aid in the Horn of Africa"; "Greta Thunberg doesn't want people to talk about her anymore"; "Victoria's Offshore Wind Policy Directions Paper"; "Explaining climate change science & rebutting global warming misinformation". Enjoy "Music for a Warming World". Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/climateconversations

On this episode of "Hobby Farms Presents: Growing Good," host Lisa Munniksma talks with permaculturalist, urban farming educator and New York City garden designer, Cheryl Browne. A co-founder of the Black Permaculture Network, Browne helps people bring the outdoors in through her business, Urban Permie, connecting them with opportunities to experience nature and connect with more natural living. Learn about what herbs you can grow indoors to enhance wellness in your life, how an effective permaculture lifestyle requires a generational mindset and what you can do to build a food forest of your own. Plus, hear about Cheryl's tropical property in Costa Rica and her longterm goal of building a tropical fruit forest and much more! Urban Permie Cheryl Browne on Instagram Black Permaculture Network  

Jose Javier Guarderas CEO of Premios Verdes (Green Awards), on why the Urban Sustainability, renewable energy and green economy movement is so important to South Florida's future.

Summary of the article titled Urban sustainability in the information age from 2010 by Manuel Castells published in the City, analysis of urban trends, culture, theory, policy, action journal. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see the sustainable city in action and as a personal matter instead of being an abstract utopian ideology. This article is a transcript of a lecture and it investigates sustainability in urban, sociological and political terms as intergenerational solidarity. The article is available through this link. The transcript is available through this link. What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on twitter @WTF4Cities! I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

In this episode I am Talking to Jennifer who works at the Lower East Side Ecology Center in New York City. The center has been pioneering urban sustainability since 1987 and the work done there from education to the compost drop off and stewardship of the East River Park is of the utmost importance to keep the city green and its inhabitants healthy and connected to nature. Jennifer tells us about the work that is done at the Center from Fishing & Waterfront Education to E-Waste Collection, composting, street tree care etc. She tells us about how employees and volunteers work together to keep the Park healthy all year round and how anyone can get involved in making their city a greener, cleaner and healthier space. We also Talk about the importance of nature in a city and how we can prevent or reduce different types of pollution in a city by urban greening, composting, providing bike lanes, . . . Make sure to visit the Lower East Side Ecology Center's website here and maybe even visit it if you are in NYC. If you are a resident of the city (or any other city:)), make sure to inform yourself about composting and volunteering possibilities! Thank you for listening

In the latest episode of the GDI podcast Professor Shuaib Lwasa talks to Dr Seth Schindler. They discuss the recent COP in Glasgow, urban development, African cities and the Urban Action Lab. Dr. Shuaib Lwasa is Professor of Urban Sustainability at Makerere University, Uganda. He has worked extensively on interdisciplinary research projects focused on African cities but also in South Asia. He established and directed an Urban Action Research Lab in 2010 which has championed graduate research and training and incubating novel ideas of urban transformation and sustainability in partnership with low-income communities and vulnerable groups working in three research sites in Uganda. Seth Schindler is Senior Lecturer in Urban Development and Transformation in the Global Development Institute. His research is focused on large-scale urban and regional transformation initiatives that integrate cities into transnational urban systems. Seth is also co-research director of the African Cities Research Consortium, a six-year programme funded by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, which seeks to generate new insights and approaches to tackle complex problems in Africa's rapidly changing cities. A transcript of this podcast is available here: https://hummedia.manchester.ac.uk/institutes/gdi/research/transcripts/in-conversation-shuaib-lwasa.pdf

This week I reconnected with Signe Nielson, a landscape architect and founding principal at Mathews Nielsen Landscape Architects in NYC. She is also a professor of urban design and landscape architecture at Pratt Institute and an active participant in New York City design policy and approvals. Her work focuses on the areas of green design, sustainability, and public space design. Nielsen has spent her career thinking about design and architecture as a means of telling stories and improving lives and the environment, and continually dedicates her work and practice building spaces that positively impact the environment and people who inhabit them. 

On this episode, we welcome Sian Mooney, Dean of the Indiana University Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and Academy Fellow, to discuss sustainability in major urban areas, how urban leaders should think about food, equity, and energy, and how urban sustainability fits in the intergovernmental system. Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

My favorite start to any Take Nothing When I Die Episode is when I have been speaking to my guest for 30 minutes and we haven't even begun recording! In today's episode, I spoke with Imani Maxberry (They/Them). Finding a love for the outdoors as a child, they are currently pursuing an M.S. in Urban Studies with a concentration in Urban Sustainability at Georgia State. They also hold a B.S. in Coastal Environmental Science from LSU, and have 4 years of experience working in a nationally-recognized biological analytical science laboratory under Dr. Victor H Rivera-Monroy. Since their return, Imani has implemented several environmental initiatives, community conversations and orchestrated multiple community service events, including community clean-ups and supply drives. Join us as we speak about: Why their goal is to be a Noble Peace Prize Winner When Imani is having self doubts, what validates them What internal & external validations look and feel like How Imani attracted being an environmental scientist into their life The importance of work, life, play balance Why Imani refuses to give into the grind culture Imani authentically showing up as themselves Follow Imani in these following spaces: https://fortberryalternatives.com/ https://thealternativegeneration.com/ IG: @dr.maxberry and @fbalternatives To screen the documentary, email Imani: Imani@fbalternatives.com

This is the fourth episode in the Researching Transit Handbook of Public Transport Research series. Links to obtain the book can be found at the end of the notes. In this episode, Professor Graham Curries speaks to Professor Ahmed El-Geneidy. El-Geneidy is professor of transport planning at McGill University, and one of the co-authors of Chapter 4 of the Handbook: Transit customer satisfaction research: Is the customer always right?. Professor El-Geneidy has a prolific publication record that spans transport and land use, cycling and public transport. He explains how mentors have helped him develop the ability to ask the right questions, work efficiently, and collaborate with others. In turn, El-Geneidy explains how he approaches his role as a mentor to research students at the Transportation Research at McGill (TRAM) group, which he leads. El-Geneidy discusses some of the forces that are amplifying the impact and reach of public transport research. Two of these are collaboration and data. Recently, researchers around the world pooled their insights about transportation access, including public transport systems, to benchmark accessibility around the world. A paper documenting this research was recently published in Nature's Urban Sustainability journal. The other force they discuss is data. Not only is more public transport data being created, but the methods available for harnessing this data are improving. In Chapter 4 of the Handbook, El-Geneidy and his co-authors Madalena Harreman-Fernandes, Ehab Diab, Boer Cui, James DeWeese, Miles Crumley explore insights about customer satisfaction on buses, using complaints data. Taking a customer-focused approach, the researchers examined complaints made by users of Portland's Tri-Met bus network. Complaints were classified into themes including customer satisfaction with service quality and critical incidents. The researchers cross-referenced this information with operational data to explore causes and validate complaints. For example, pass-by incidents could be matched with time-stamped operational data and occupancy to identify instances where overcrowding may have prompted stop skipping as the source of pass-by complaints. Such information provides useful insight for operators about the actual causes of customer dissatisfaction. El-Geneidy notes that the potential of data to be put to use in transport planning is only beginning to be realised. New methods of extracting and cleaning the data are key to tapping into its full potential. Find out more about today's show in Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Public Transport Research - Transit Customer satisfaction research: Is the customer always right? The Handbook is available for purchase from the publisher's website: https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/handbook-of-public-transport-research-9781788978651.html. Learn more about Professor El Geneidy and Transportation Research at McGill (TRAM) https://www.mcgill.ca/urbanplanning/people-0/el-geneidy http://tram.mcgill.ca/index.html Read about access around the world in the recently published academic paper: Wu, H., Avner, P., Boisjoly, G., Braga, C.K.V., El-Geneidy, A., Huang, J., Kerzhner, T., Murphy, B., Niedzielski, M.A., Pereira, R.H.M., Pritchard, J.P., Stewart, A., Wang, J., Levinson, D., 2021. Urban access across the globe: an international comparison of different transport modes. npj Urban Sustainability 1, 16. https://doi.org/10.1038/s42949-021-00020-2 Find us on twitter and instagram @transitpodcast or using #researchingtransit Music from this episode is from https://www.purple-planet.com

Professor and Researcher Heidi Imai has spent years in Japan focused on the cultural significance of the narrow alleyways found in traditional Japanese towns and how the function of the common spaces between the homes helped build community. https://youtu.be/tBQmzvy020Y (Watch the video of our talk here.) ** Support JJ + Get Bonus Insights ** ~HAPPS~ https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmoydEVVSWhIWWt2OWwwT29IazVlRmVPVEdHUXxBQ3Jtc0tudi0yRDJtVTNhZkdDWTZIdFFHUnVGRlI1VUJnVVhIb0ljVlBmMi15aWRRTjdxRkNxRzZFcm9nc3o1dUV4RHk0V3g0YlVfTkp3UFQwSmZ6V29mdXluT1FURVpHVFplUnE0WGNxb1ZROEdJSkY2eEUzTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fhapps.tv%2Finvite%2F%40JJWalsh%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8B (https://happs.tv/invite/@JJWalsh​​)​ ~BuyMeACoffee~ https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbldMazlyZjZlN0M3OFh6cDJKeVBvZXZVLVk0UXxBQ3Jtc0tuZWRoUFFQdVJUdU9TZDZ6TUNEbHU3azJNak0yNTlfbWFURlExTk9zRENKOFpza3d2SDBJT21nSzliSlFYYXNQU0dRZVNlT2IwaHhSNGotSEVsbmFOb0pZb1NTbm02YkdKQkVfV1BqaUY1NDhvRk5HZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.buymeacoffee.com%2Fjjwalsh%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8B (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jjwalsh​​)​ ~Patreon~ https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa29WZ2pLTHBqd2x5djJCQUZvS1Z0WjJHTlBpZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttR2k3LVFRd0QtTU5ZSWVsNnJLYzlxT2hzbjc4Vm82bEpOUXlBSnRPNENYdndHWVB6Wkh0MXJCM3hON1d1a29aSkRoQW1kVzZmNncyOXFGMVdvSHRPNkNOWTg3dWZ4cDNUTWtQbGdtTkU1WWFaU2JwYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Fjjwalsh%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8B (https://www.patreon.com/jjwalsh​​) JOIN the support team on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjRdeieOLGes008y_I9y5Q/join (YouTube Memberships ) SoundCloud sourced BGM thanks to Hikosaemon Support this podcast

Sabine O’Hara occupies a unique niche in ecological economics, with numerous titles to show for it. She’s also developed a dynamic research program at the only urban land-grant university in the USA. Listen to Sabine discuss with Brian her theory of production, urban food hubs, capitalism, and input:output analysis. Learn too about CAUSES, the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences at the University of the District of Columbia. It’s a hub, too; of food for thought and thoughts on food.

Just over a decade ago, the world's urban population surpassed its rural population in a trend of urbanization that is expected to continue for decades to come. This trend has raised some interesting questions with respect to how cities can participate in global sustainability efforts and how they might have a say in the governance of environmental politics. In this episode, we dive into these questions with Dr. Harriet Bulkeley, Professor in the Department of Geography at Durham University and at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development at Utrecht University.

For the love of travelling, he would take international trips and immensely enjoy exploring diverse backgrounds. Growing up, he would travel to different destinations with his family, his first foreign trip being that to Italy.   Today, he has changed the trend of car ownership with a car subscription model providing tremendous appeal and flexibility to the millennials.  We are talking about Greg Moran, the co-founder and CEO of India's first and largest self-drive mobility platform, Zoomcar. Zoomcar is present in 45+ cities across India. After studying management from USC Marshall School of Business, LA, California, Greg Moran came to India. He disrupted the way India rents a car.  Being a foreigner with no roots in India, carving a niche for himself in a new country was no easy job for him.  He always wanted to do something big in business but didn't have a clear idea of what it was. He went to the University of Pennsylvania and studied International Business. He shares some of the enjoyable moments from UPenn and how the four years impacted him and broadened his perspective. Sustainability has always been a major part of his work ethic. He was the founder and president of the energy club at USC. Before going to business school, Greg worked as an investment banker with Fieldstone Private Capital Group. He also held the position in energy policy formulation at the City of New York.  He talks about his first impression of India, travelling around cities for research and business intelligence, staying at budget accommodations, and relishing the experience of building a business from scratch.  Tune in to this diverse conversation with Greg Moran and get to know his process behind building the first self-drive business in India.  Enjoy the episode! Key takeaways from the episode: Building a successful mobility business in India. Academic Flexibility at an Ivy League school.  Why is Urban Sustainability so crucial?  Scaling up Zoomcar.  What it is like to be a foreigner living and working in India. 

Can we create #ZeroDirt beds via a repeatable process that can be utilized in almost any urban environment — and on another planet? This is the question that we wanted to answer when we started #ProjectMartian. Inspired by our previous SOIL Lab Project and a forced pivot in the midst of a global pandemic, we wanted to show the community of Columbus what STEM looks like when deployed to feed people and innovate an industry while simultaneously changing the face of agriculture and sustainability in urban settings. So we launched #ProjectMartian at the PAST Innovation Lab and our partner site, Mezzacello, a 21st Century Urban Farm in Columbus. And PAST’s own Sultan of Systems, Jim Bruner, is the project director of this collaborative urban farming project. You may not guess it from his title, but Jim is a farmer at heart, and Mezzacello just so happens to be his passion project and urban farm. So, he really gets into the weeds about what's happening at the intersection between STEM, applied teaching and learning, urban sustainability, and food scarcity in the midst of a global pandemic. To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.org (http://pastfoundation.org/) Resources: "Introducing Project Martian" (http://mezzacello.org/2020/08/05/introducing-project-martian/) "#ProjectMartian: A Non-Profit’s Mission to Innovate and Feed During COVID19" (https://www.pastfoundation.org/projectmartian-a-non-profits-mission-to-innovate-and-feed-during-covid19) "#ProjectMartian: Chapter 1 - Preparing for Launch" (https://www.pastfoundation.org/projectmartian-chapter-1-preparing-for-launch) "#ProjectMartian: Chapter 2 – COVID19 Course Correction!" (https://www.pastfoundation.org/projectmartian-chapter-2-covid19-course-correction) Learning Unboxed is produced in part by (http://crate.media) Recorded by Eric French at (http://wosu.org) in Columbus, Ohio

We only get one world, and I don't know about you but I want to leave it in the best shape possible for my children and generations to come. Join Seema Thomas and I as she walks us through some easy ways that we can start living a more sustainable life. Follow Seema on IG to get on board with the IG lives that she does with others. She is such a wealth of knowledge and I learn something new every time I hear her speak. Find her here https://www.instagram.com/seemapthomas

Happy to introduce Episode 13 of Environmental Professionals. This episode is about Environmental Planning and Urban Sustainability. Ana Polgár is a graduate of Spatial Planning student in the specialisation Cities, Water and Climate Change at the Radboud University. During her bachelor International Relations & International Organisations, she did a minor in development studies and conducted field research on sustainable livelihoods through Community Based Village Development in rural Henan province in China. After a pre master in Environment and Development Planning at the University of Groningen she started a Natural Resource Management master at the University of the Philippines Los Baños as part of the double degree master Food Security and Climate Change. During her internship at Transparency International Mongolia she initiated the research for the Spotlight Report (parallel to the Voluntary National Report of the Mongolian government) on the anti-corruption goals in SDG16. At VNG International -  the international development agency of the Dutch Local Government Authority- she was involved in the DEALS project (Governance of Inclusive Green Growth in Cities), which gave her insight in the way local governments in different contexts deal with participatory planning and inclusive decision making. She is interested in environmental and social impacts of planning interventions that aim to increase climate resilience. To get in touch, you can contact her on LinkedIn (Ana Polgar) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-polgar/ Show links: YouTube: Podcast: Jungle Capital (Any Podcast Platform) If you like the environmental professionals show and want more, please leave a comment.

For July 2020, we are featuring research from across Environmental and Ecological Engineering (known as EEE at Purdue) in three episodes.  This first episode is hosted by John Sutherland, the Fehsenfeld Family Head of Environmental and Ecological Engineering and features an interview with Hua Cai, an assistant professor in Environmental and Ecological Engineering and in the School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University.   Cai discusses urban sustainability and efforts being made to meet the demands of urban populations while trying to use resources wisely and efficiently. She also shares about her research related to the three revolutions happening in transportation:  electrification, shared mobility and autonomous driving.    Cai's research team is called Urban Sustainability Modeling & Analysis Research Team (uSMART) and uses agent-based modeling, life cycle assessments, system dynamics, big data analytics, GIS and optimization tools to study the environmental implications of emerging technologies from the systems perspective. The team's research interests include energy-water nexus, emerging transportation systems, energy policy, and sustainable consumption.   Listen to more Purdue Engineering podcast episodes. 

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Wendy Barranco is a community organizer and independent consultant. Wendy was born in Mexico, is of Indigenous descent, and resides in unceded Tongva land (Los Angeles) having migrated at the age of four with her mother. At 17, she was socioeconomically drafted to the Army and as a veteran of the Iraq occupation, she has worked in the anti-war/peace veteran movements for over a decade. In the last several years she has collaborated with artists for the city of LA, healthcare providers serving our migrant and refugee family at the border, a local grassroots city council campaign, and currently works and trains on infection control and medic-ing for local pandemic mutual aid. Wendy holds a Master of Arts in Urban Sustainability. Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PARCMEDIAFollow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Vince_EmanueleFollow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1713FranklinSt/Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parcmedia/?...#PARCMedia is a news and media project founded by two USMC veterans, Sergio Kochergin & Vince Emanuele. They give a working-class take on issues surrounding politics, ecology, community organizing, war, culture, and philosophy.

Mr. Berwynson R. Salazar has more than 15 years of extensive project management experience on environmental compliance, capital projects construction support, site investigation/remediation, hazardous materials/waste management, climate adaptation, sustainability, and resiliency. He is a certified sustainability manager (CSM), Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP), a Green Building Professional (GPRO) Certified Trainer, LEED Green Associate, and has completed several specialized trainings in the sustainability and resiliency space.

Caryn has advised researchers, philanthropy, investors, and government agencies on watershed restoration and water resiliency strategies for 15 years. Most recently, she directed the Water Program at the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which was dedicated to supporting 21st Century water management policies that protect source waters, green infrastructure, and advances to the human right to clean, affordable, drinking water. She worked closely with advocates to implement California's first-ever groundwater regulations. She contributed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's revised Lead & Copper Rule to the Safe Drinking Water Act requiring water agencies to expedite the replacement of lead service lines. She helped launch an expansive water efficiency workforce training program in Los Angeles. Her leadership was recognized by Administrator McCarthy of the U.S.E.P.A. and L.A.'s Department of Water & Power for breakthroughs in innovative urban water use. Caryn is a graduate of UC Berkeley as well as UCLA's School of Law and Urban Planning program.

This research project, led by Annika Airas, a postdoctoral researcher at SFU Urban Studies, and Meg Holden, examines the ways in which what gets lost in translation to English surrounding questions of urban sustainability can be crucial to progress toward sustainability goals. In this podcast, Annika and Meg engage in conversation with other research team members, including Danish researcher Majken Toftager Larsen, who presents her synthesis of the meaning of the interntionally-popular term 'hygge' and its relationship to urban livability and sustainability within a Danish context. Finnish researcher Salla Jokela introduces a Finnish word, 'Säästäväisyys', that similarly has no direct English translation, and that carries meaning that takes more work to translate across cultural contexts as well. These terms, in their native Nordic languages, may have more to teach about urban sustainabiiity than 'international best practices' can convey.

This week Owen Demetre, Zane Ross, and Felipe Flores discuss Urban Sustainability and taking a systematic approach to building. We talk about what defies a green building, LEED certifications, and different buildings in Portland that are making a difference.

What qualifies as an eco-city? What kind of professionals form a working group of a the city on its path to sustainability? Example of Singapore: policy, governance, initiatives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sustainabilityexplored/message

We talk with two researchers, Dr. Nazli Uludere Aragon and PhD student Michelle Stuhlmacher (@MFStuhlmacher on Twitter) about their recent publication, “Urban agriculture’s bounty: contributions to Phoenix’s sustainability goals.” The researchers explain what Phoenix’s sustainability goals currently are, how and where to develop agriculture in a desert city. We talk about how urban agriculture in Phoenix can get so-called food desert communities access to fruits and vegetables that they do not currently have, and how to balance demands for low water usage with a desire for a greener city.Our guests wrote a haiku to summarize their paper:Urban farms provide the bounty of the garden, open space, clean air.––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––If you have questions, comments, or suggestions for future episodes, e-mail us at futurecitiespodcast@gmail.com or find us on Twitter @FutureCitiesPod. Learn more about the Urban Resilience to Extremes Sustainability Research Network (UREx SRN) at www.sustainability.asu.edu/urbanresilience.

Episode 4. Tim Wendelboe, Magnus Humle and Martin Demant Frederiksen talk with Thomas about grassroots sustainability in the city. Coffee, lettuce and architecture are among the subjects they discuss.

Host: CCNY President Vincent Boudreau  Guests: Marco Castaldi, Director of the CCNY Earth Engineering Center and Professor of Chemical Engineering; Cheryl Huber, Assistant Director of Greenmarket at GrowNYC. Recorded: July 31, 2019

I sat with Steve King to discuss the establishment of the Barack Obama Green Charter High School, the students and their accomplishments. We continued the conversation around agriculture but include the ways it has been used to further oppression. There’s a mild rant about Gentrification, too. Resources are below! Gentrification: Checker, Melissa. 2011. “Wiped Out by the 'Greenwave': Environmental Gentrification and the Paradoxical Politics of Urban Sustainability.” City & Society 23(2):210–220 Developing a New Methodology for Analyzing Potential Displacement, Chapter 1: Chapter 1: Literature Review of Gentrification, Displacement, and the Role of Public Investment https://www.urbandisplacement.org/sites/default/files/images/arb_tod_report_13-310.pdf Farming in Detroit: "Detroit’s urban farms: engines of growth, omens of change" https://www.michiganradio.org/post/detroit-s-urban-farms-engines-growth-omens-change    

www.TinyClimate.com Tiny Climate Challenge Episode 3 is all about vermicomposting. Our Challenge Expert and Guest Christine Bevilacqua started vermicompost (aka worm compost bin) at her home to help reduce organic waste and her carbon footprint.   Challenge Expert and Guest: Christine Bevilacqua was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, but has called Southern California her home for over 20 years. She has a Master's Degree in Urban Sustainability and experience with Environmental Justice, Urban Agriculture and City Planning. She is currently employed in the renewable energy sector, focusing on innovative solar technology. Links mentioned Compost it Yourself Build Your Own Worm Bin Worm Care Guide Why Worms Matter Contact Mayela Manasjan TinyClimate.com

Homesteading is becoming more and more appealing , especially in the world of frugality, but what can be done for those of us who don't sit on property or don't plan to invest in land? Have no fear! Homesteading is not just about having a vegetable garden, it's also a way of life with many practices that can be incorporated even into tiny or urban living situations! Sponsors: Master Your Money Super Bundle: This one’s not a sponsor but an amazing deal and every purchase supports the show. It’s called The Master Your Money Super Bundle. It’s a collection of 45 courses, ebooks, printables and videos to help you do better in all areas of your money. Whether that’s budgeting, paying off debt, investing, making more money, whatever. The bundle has over $1200 worth of resources in it but you can get it for only $47 when you visit frugalfriendspodcast.com/masteryourmoney Living on less than one income: Do you have a spouse who’s income you benefit from? Forgetaboutit! Forget about that extra money and live on less than one income. Are you single and living on just what you make? Live on less than your income! Wondering what to do with all that extra!? Fatten up your emergency fund or contribute more to your 401(k). That way when your job lays off 45 people in one day you won’t be as stressed to lose your income when you’re 30 weeks pregnant. Notable Notes: What the Internet has to say: This article from Lovely Greens gives some simple tips on the 'how-to's' of starting an urban homestead. It's an excellent combo of mindset shifts and tangible practices! What Jen and Jill have to say: Remove yourself from consumerism - this is a thoughtful starting point! Learn the ways of old - don't reinvent the wheel! There's some tried and true practices out there! Be a good steward of the land by practicing the 5 R’s: -REFUSE to buy one-time use plastics and non-recyclable products. -REDUCE the amount you use by becoming a minimalist. -REUSE an item over and over again before recycling. -REPURPOSE by giving a new purpose to old items. Turn that milk jug into a lantern. -RECYLCE all items that have been through the first 4 R’s. Recycling should be the last consideration when making a purchase. Live sustainably and support local economy Share your knowledge - pass on what you've learned! It’s what we do here in our community and it comes with the territory of living a lifestyle worth replicating More from the Internet: This article from My Humble Kitchen gives us 5 frugal strategies for creating an urban homestead. This one makes homesteading feel very attainable in any neighborhood! More from Jen and Jill: Work as a team; this saves both energy and finances when labor is divided up and chances of needing to hire someone are reduced Start small - we can't emphasize this enough! Build up to the level at which you want to be; you will gain knowledge along the way and excitement to do/learn more -Link to a tiered composting planter. There are less expensive options out there, but this is the idea! Upcycle - give things a new purpose AND save cash (the article gives pallet wood, and recycled barrels as examples) Make your own compost soil - reduces amount thrown into the trash and enriches the soil! Save seeds and grow your own starts, this is a money saver AND possibly even a money maker! BILL OF THE WEEK - Chris - thank you for another great bill - we love our repeat callers! If you want to submit your bill of the week visit frugalfriendspodcast.com/bill to leave us a bill Lightning Round 3 Things You Can Do Today to Start Homesteading Connect with likeminded people in your community. And get to know your neighbors and local laws regarding homesteading. Start a compost. You literally just need to put food scraps and stuff you can find outside into a sealable container and roll it around every few days. 2:1 green to brown. Bake your own bread. Madeline in our Facebook group does this and said she saves loads of money. But Joel pointed out that it saves LOAVES of money ;) BONUS: listener Ariana wrote a great blog post about how to start an affordable herb garden, check it out here Frugal Friends Book Club: It’s April and we’re reading Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill If you want a free copy, leave us a review on iTunes or Stitcher, screenshot the review and send it to frugalfriendspodcast@gmail.com. We’ll select the winners at the end of the month. See you next week!

In this episode, Justin chats with Bush School students Michael Migaud, Morgan Seekatz, Jaycee Jones, Austin Reed, and Blane Counsil about urban sustainability amidst population growth. Our urban areas face a number of challenges in the 21st century. This among the most important. Check it out!

Super excited to share this pod with you. The Dervaes family is changing the way we see our grades. They are revolutionizing how we eat and how we look at produce. They have managed to turn a 1/10th acre ordinary home in Pasadena in an urban homestead producing just over 7 tonnes of fresh organic produce annually. Of which they save bucks and a carbon footprint and consume 60% themselves. Listen to this episode about how one man, Jules Dervaes jnr, changed the game and how his three kids, Justin, Anais and Jordanne have kept the flag waving very high.In 1985 the Dervaes bought a run-down circa 1917 craftsman-style house in the metropolis of Pasadena which is just 15 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. Downsizing from rural 10 acres to suburban 1/10 acre, they thought they’d have to put aside their “country” lifestyle. But, try as the city life may, it couldn’t take their country ways. Instead, they decided to bring their country homesteading lifestyle to their urban plot.No one thought it was possible. They forged ahead and with no small means of blood, sweat and tears, they worked to transform this ordinary urban plot into an extraordinary example of homesteading in the city. They are now living off the land “directly” — supplying their diet, and “indirectly” — they sell the excess harvest to local establishments and individuals through a customized CSA program via their Front Porch Farmstand.Urban Homestead:WebsitePodcast (Give it a listen!! Yours truly might feature on it too :) )Don't forget to catch me on the usual channels:InstagramFacebookYouTubeNEW WEBSITE

Join The War Room Generals for another 2 hours of the greatest sports talk around! We'll discuss the latest NBA, NFL, and college sports stories, including the suspension of Urban Meyer and what the critics are saying about it.  "This portion of the revolution will not be televised, but EVERYBODY can listen." Don't miss it!

Black Kids in Outer Space interviews Adé. Adé is the founder of Ride On! Bike Shop / Co-Op has a Master of Arts degree in the field of Urban Sustainability with an Undergraduate Degree in Community Development, both from Antioch University of Los Angeles. As the lead on the Great Streets project in South Los Angeles. He was responsible for the team’s successful Crowdfunding campaign, in which they surpassed their goal. Adé has been a strong leader, responsible for conducting, organizing, and supporting various programs such as the Ride On! Bike Co-Op, Street Beats, CivLavia South LA Pit Stop and the International Capoeira Angola Conference. Adé has over eighteen years of significant and progressive experience in developing a wide range of community programs in the South Los Angeles area. Nearly 20 years ago, he founded the Capoeira Angola Center in Los Angeles with the vision of providing both education and health benefits to diverse groups of citizens living in the community. This commitment to community service has been publicly acknowledged through various awards from the L.A. Treasures and the County of Los Angeles. In addition to this, he provided instrumental assistance in the development and maintenance of food gardens that advance academic, food, and environmental justice.

Topic:The state of rural regions and economies. Guest & Organization:Steve Frisch is President of Sierra Business Council and one of its founding members. Over the last 20 years, Sierra Business Council has leveraged more than $100 million of investment in the Sierra Nevada and its communities through community and public-private partnerships. Sierra Business Council also manages the Sierra Small Business Development Center focusing on advancing sustainable business practices and linking new and expanding businesses to climate mitigation and adaptation funding. Sierra Business Council pioneers and demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions to increase community vitality, economic prosperity, environmental quality, and social fairness in the Sierra Nevada. In the Sierra Nevada, change and challenge create opportunities. Through innovation, integrity, and respect, Sierra Business Council harnesses these opportunities by implementing projects that model proactive change. Their goal is a diverse, inventive, and sustainable region where the economy is vibrant, the land is thriving, and the communities offer opportunity for all. They act as steward leaders of the region, taking responsibility for the care and responsible management of our place, guided by the triple bottom line that considers the economy, environment, and community simultaneously. Resources:Infinite Earth Radio – Climate Adaptation Series with Steve Frisch and Jonathan Parfrey • http://infiniteearthacademy.com/podcast/making-the-global-local-climate-adaptation-series/ (Episode 36 – Part 1) • http://infiniteearthacademy.com/podcast/cap-and-trade-where-do-we-go-from-here-climate-adaptation-series-part-2/ (Episode 37 – Part 2) • http://infiniteearthacademy.com/podcast/cap-and-trade-where-do-we-go-from-here-climate-adaptation-series-part-3/ (Episode 38 – Part 3) • http://infiniteearthacademy.com/podcast/cap-and-trade-where-do-we-go-from-here-climate-adaptation-series-part-4/ (Episode 39 – Part 4) http://infiniteearthacademy.com/podcast/the-future-of-smart-growth-2/ (Infinite Earth Radio Episode 100 – The Future of Smart Growth with Matthew Dalbey) http://sierrabusiness.org/ (Sierra Business Council) https://www.lgc.org/ (Local Government Commission ) https://www.newpartners.org/ (2018 New Partners for Smart Growth Conference– February 1-3, 2018)

Dr. Kent E. Portney is professor at the Bush School’s Department of Public Service and Administration. He was appointed director of the Institute for Science, Technology and Public Policy in September 2016 after serving two years as a Senior Fellow in the Institute. He was on the Tufts University faculty since 1979 and served as department chair in political science and directed the Graduate Program in Public Policy and Citizen Participation. Most recently, he was director of the Water and Research Program at the Center for International Environment and Resource Policy (CIERP) at Tufts’ Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. He received his Ph.D. in political science from Florida State University, his master’s from the University of Connecticut, and his bachelor’s from Rutgers University, where his studies focused on public administration and public policy. Dr. Portney’s areas of expertise include environmental policy, urban sustainability, urban politics, economic inequality, and policy analysis. He has authored or co-authored nine books on such topics as economic and environmental development, citizen participation, and teaching critical reasoning in the social sciences; and he has written numerous journal articles on urban sustainability, urban politics, and the local nonprofit sector. Are sustainability and economic development at odds with each other? Does pushing for economic development mean sacrificing the environment and vice versa? In this conversation Dr. Portney explains the idea behind sustainable cities and what he understands as the combination of economic development with environmental protection and ensuring equity in service delivery by cities. In Dr. Portney’s view the relationship between economic development and sustainability is not a dichotomous one. There are more shades in between and the trade-off between the two is not a given. In fact, economic development cannot endure long-term if pollution and environmental problems are not addressed. What then should cities do to develop economically while concomitantly protecting the environment? References Portney, K. E. (2003). Taking sustainable cities seriously: Economic development, the environment, and quality of life in American cities (Vol. 67). MIT Press. Portney, K. E. (2013). Local sustainability policies and programs as economic development: Is the new economic development sustainable development?. Cityscape, 45-62. To read more on Dr. Portney’s book Sustainability follow the link here: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/sustainability Berry, J. M., Portney, K. E., & Thomson, K. (2002). The rebirth of urban democracy. Brookings Institution Press. To see the full list of books and articles published by Dr. Portney follow the link here: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=pmQf584AAAAJ&hl=en Check out Dr. Portney’s website titled Our Green Cities in the following link here: http://ourgreencities.com/

With more than half of the worlds population living in cities, the challenge of our time is to create sustainable solutions in urban areas. We need sustainable transportation, sustainable energy, sustainable food, sustainable housing and a sustainable labour market. Today on the podcast we are honored by the company of Morten Kabell, the mayor of environmental and technical affairs for the city of copenhagen. As always the jingle is "Magisk Svamp" by Danish artist Grævling. Listen more to Grævling here: open.spotify.com/artist/5M0HLtuFxIbDsGov9fOyVv

Urban resilience projects are all well and good, but how do we actually implement them? This episode focuses on the financial aspects of getting projects off the ground and different financing options for cities to consider. Joyce Coffee leads the discussion as our two guests, Shalini Vajjhala and Stacy Swann, bring their expertise from the world of finance to help shed some light. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shalini Vajjhala is the founder and CEO of re:focus partners, a senior fellow with the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program, and a former USEPA Special Representative leading the US-Brazil Joint Initiative on Urban Sustainability. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Stacy Swann is the founder and CEO of Climate Finance Advisors, the Vice-Chairperson of the Board for the Montgomery County Green Bank, and a former senior advisor on climate finance to the US Department of the Treasury. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Joyce Coffee is the founder and president of Climate Resilience Consulting and a Senior Sustainability Fellow at the Global Institute of Sustainability. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This episode is a highly edited version of about 1.5 hours of material from an online seminar on the topic of financing urban resilience. If you'd like to hear the full discussion and see the accompanying slides, please send us an e-mail at futurecitiespodcast@gmail.com. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ And, as always, if you have any questions about what you've heard or suggestions for future episodes, please send us an e-mail or find us on Twitter @FutureCitiesPod.

For the last episode of this mini series, we're joined by EngD Researcher Alison Fairbrass to discuss her research measuring and monitoring biodiversity in cities and the built environment using sound recordings, and the ways in which this research can help make these places more habitable for wildlife. Keep it Civil will be back soon with new episodes and a new host to explore more fascinating areas of engineering. Follow Alison(https://twitter.com/alisonfairbrass), the Bat Conservation Trust(https://twitter.com/_BCT_), UCL's Centre for Urban Sustainability and Resilience (https://twitter.com/UCL_USAR) and UCL's Centre for Biodiversity and Environment Research (https://twitter.com/uclcber) on Twitter. Catch up on past episodes of Keep it Civil (@cege_ucl). Intro & outro music: "Helix Nebula" by Anamanaguchi (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Anamanaguchi/Party_in_Space/kzz007_-_14_-_anamanaguchi_-_helix_nebula)

Josh Macabuag, Research Engineer at UCL with the Centre for Urban Sustainability and Resilience (USAR), joins us to talk about his work with the charity Search and Rescue Assistance in Disasters (SARAID). Working with SARAID, Josh was deployed to Nepal as a Structural Engineer as part of the relief efforts following the devastating earthquake in 2015. Follow SARAID (twitter.com/team_saraid), EPICentre (twitter.com/EPICentreUCL) and (twitter.com/UCL_USAR) on Twitter. Find out more about SARAID and their work in Urban Search and Rescue (http://www.saraid.org.uk/). Catch up on past episodes of Keep it Civil (soundcloud.com/cege_ucl). Intro & outro music: "Helix Nebula" by Anamanaguchi (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Anamanaguchi/Party_in_Space/kzz007_-_14_-_anamanaguchi_-_helix_nebula)

Keep it Civil is back for series two, and we're joined by EngD Researcher Gennaro Senatore to discuss the design philosophy of adaptive building structures he developed here at UCL with the Centre for Urban Sustainability and Resilience (USAR) and Expedition Engineering, with the work sponsored by EPSRC. Unlike conventional structures, adaptive structures are designed to change their shape to prevent excessive movement caused by loads, which allows for super-slender structures that look great and use much less material and less whole-life energy. Follow Gennaro (https://twitter.com/g_senatore), Expedition Engineering (https://twitter.com/EXP_Eng) and USAR (https://twitter.com/UCL_USAR) on Twitter. Find out more about adaptive structures and see the truss mentioned in the podcast at a special exhibition at the London Building Centre until 2nd September 2016 (http://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/exhibitions/adaptive-structures). Find out more about Gennaro's work (http://www.ucl.ac.uk/usar/who-we-are/cdt-students/gennaro-senatore) and see the adaptive responsive truss in action (https://vimeo.com/groups/315224). Catch up on past episodes of Keep it Civil (soundcloud.com/cege_ucl/sets/keep-it-civil). Intro & outro music: "Helix Nebula" by Anamanaguchi (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Anamanaguchi/Party_in_Space/kzz007_-_14_-_anamanaguchi_-_helix_nebula)

Rachna Leveque, Urban Planner and doctoral student at UCL, joins us to talk about how density relates to governance and resilience in cities, with a special look at Mumbai. What exactly do planners mean when they talk about density, and why is it important? How are resilience and density linked? What can we learn from Mumbai's example? Follow Rachna (https://twitter.com/RachnaLeveque) and the UCL Centre for Urban Sustainability and Resilience (https://twitter.com/UCL_USAR) on Twitter and find out more about USAR and their work (http://www.ucl.ac.uk/usar). Catch up on past episodes of Keep it Civil (soundcloud.com/cege_ucl/sets/keep-it-civil) Music: "Helix Nebula" by Anamanaguchi via CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Anamanaguchi/Party_in_Space/kzz007_-_14_-_anamanaguchi_-_helix_nebula) "Wallflower" by Plurabelle via CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Plurabelle/Money_Blood_and_Light/Wallflower)

March featured a special in-studio edition of Under The Weather. The focus was on urban sustainability. We interviewed Kevin Manaugh of the McGill School of Environment and the School of Urban Planning and then sat down for a round-table discussion with Julia Freeman and Marieve Isabel of the Montreal Urban Sustainability Experience at McGill University. Special thanks to Melissa Fundira for interviewing Professor Manaugh and for joining us in-studio!

This week, Jim Howes sits down with Jacky Grimshaw to talk about urban sustainability in Chicago and around the world.

GD Lisa blew back in town and we had a busy show catching up with her green travels and our Green Diva Correspondent Sandy Holtzman from New York City. Our feature interview was with Rodman Shcley, host of the upcoming TV series the Urban Conversion.

Today's topics will include: community development; architecture's impact on sustainability; transforming a college through sustainability; and how to sustain a small town economically, ethically, and ecologically. Our first guest, Cecil Steward is a world expert on sustainable development and sustainable design. Dean emeritus and emeritus professor of architecture and planning at the University of Nebraska College of Architecture in Lincoln, he is president and founder of the International North/North Network for Urban Sustainability and the Joslyn Institute for Sustainable Communities, Omaha/Lincoln. >>> The second guest is Meghna Tare, Director of Sustainability for UT Arlington, she holds a holds a master’s degree in environmental studies from San Jose State University in California and a master’s degree in chemistry from the University of San Francisco. She was an environmental manager with the City of Dallas’ Office of Environmental Quality for the past three years and has taught environmental studies at California State University at Hayward and worked at Stanford University with the Institute of Environmental Science and Policy. >>> Our fourth guest, at the 90 minute mark, is Bruce Snead the current Mayor for Manhattan, Kansas he's also an Extension Specialist, Residential Energy at the Kansas State University. >>> Email us your questions for the guests to onair@sustainable1000.com, Tweet us at @sustainable1000 -- Sustainable 1000 Radio is part of the eco road trip to explore 1000 stories across 50 American states.

Everything is BIG in Texas, including big ideas for 21st Century Urban Planning and Green job creation! Dallas,TX recently offered up one city block, inviting architects and urban planners from around the world to compete to re-design the space into the United State's first fully sustainable, “off the grid” inner-city block. Today we have John Greenan of the Central Dallas Community Development Corporation, and representatives from two of the winning architectural firms: Little Architects, and David Banker and Partners with their respective entries, Entangled Bank and Greenways Xero Energy. We'll be talking to them about this exciting and innovative green project involving the transformation of urban landscape into an energy efficient, sustainable community.

Everything is BIG in Texas, including big ideas for 21st Century Urban Planning and Green job creation! Dallas,TX recently offered up one city block, inviting architects and urban planners from around the world to compete to re-design the space into the United State's first fully sustainable, “off the grid” inner-city block. Today we have John Greenan of the Central Dallas Community Development Corporation, and representatives from two of the winning architectural firms: Little Architects, and David Banker and Partners with their respective entries, Entangled Bank and Greenways Xero Energy. We'll be talking to them about this exciting and innovative green project involving the transformation of urban landscape into an energy efficient, sustainable community.

Current trends in urbanization are unsustainable with current practices. Randy Hayes, Oakland Sustainability Director, discussed his efforts at rainforest protection and urban sustainability.