Explore how to grow your savings while supporting the planet in this episode of EnviroEducate. 🌱📈 We unpack passive investing through ESG and impact-focused ETFs, explain global sustainability trends, and help you build a resilient, values-aligned portfolio. Ideal for beginners and conscious investors alike.

Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it's a present-day reality. In this solo episode of EnviroEducate, we focus on climate adaptation: the essential strategies, innovations, and community actions that help us adjust to the impacts of a warming world.

You’ll learn the difference between adaptation and mitigation, and why adaptation is crucial for safeguarding lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems already under pressure. We break down practical, real-world examples, including:

• The Netherlands’ Delta Programme, a pioneering coastal defense system designed to protect low-lying land from rising seas.

• The success of drought-tolerant crops like climate-resilient maize and sweet potatoes helping farmers in sub-Saharan Africa maintain food security.

• How cities like Paris and New York are redesigning public spaces and infrastructure to combat deadly urban heatwaves.

This episode connects global trends to local action, showing how adaptation can be proactive, affordable, and deeply transformative. Whether it’s planting trees, upgrading infrastructure, or rethinking food systems, we explore how adaptation empowers communities and builds long-term resilience.

Perfect for students, young professionals, and climate-curious listeners, this episode will leave you with a clearer understanding of adaptation—and the tools to talk about and contribute to it in your own life.

Why does every climate headline sound like a disaster? In this episode, we explore how global warming is driving extreme weather across the world – from relentless heatwaves to destructive floods and wildfires. But this isn’t just a story about crisis; it’s also about action. We break down how climate change is affecting our everyday lives and what we can do in response. Whether it's personal choices, civic engagement, or workplace initiatives, everyone has a role to play. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at the climate emergency and how you can be part of the solution.

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What happens when environmental protection meets real-world emergencies? In this episode of EnviroEducate we interview Jasmine Palmer — an Environmental Advisor in the mining industry by day and a retained firefighter by call. Based in the remote town of Cobar, New South Wales, Jasmine shares how she navigates two demanding roles that are both deeply rooted in risk, responsibility, and resilience.

Together, they explore the behind-the-scenes work of environmental compliance at mining sites, including reporting obligations, rehabilitation efforts, and regulatory challenges. But Jasmine also takes us into the field — to the front lines of bushfire response — where climate change, land degradation, and community safety collide.

What we discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:40 Between Emergency and Environment

05:00 The Realities of Environmental Compliance in Mining

07:45 Firefighting realities and Impact of Fires on Ecosystems

11:10 Culture, Communication and Managing Profitability with Sustainability in Mining

17:00 Future of Environmental Compliance and Emergency Response in Australia

22:45 Advice for (Young) Sustainability Professionals

Following a landmark re-election, Australia’s Labor Government faces a pivotal test of leadership: turning bold climate promises into lasting impact. Can the government meet the high expectations set by voters?

What we discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:40 What Labor Achieved so far

02:30 Future for Climate Action

08:20 Environmental Law Reforms

09:30 Conclusion

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is transforming the future of food. In this episode of EnviroEducate, we sit down with Prof. Paul Gauthier to explore how CEA enables sustainable, year-round farming with minimal environmental impact. Learn about the technology behind vertical farms, hydroponics, and AI-driven systems; the sustainability challenges and tradeoffs; and how CEA could secure food supplies in the face of climate change. We also discuss scaling CEA, reducing costs, and how you can get involved in this growing field.

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:35 Key benefits of growing food in a controlled environment

04:35 How do factors like lighting, temperature, and CO₂ levels impact plant growth in these systems

9:00 How can CEA help ensure food security in the future?

12:45 Key Challenges of Controlled Environment Agriculture

18:30 Current State of Controlled Environment Agriculture

24:25 The Vision of the Future of Controlled Environment Agriculture

32:45 The role of vertical farming in space exploration

37:00 Key Takeaways

In this episode, CSR expert Shaun explains how companies are rethinking supply chains to lower emissions, save costs, and stay competitive — while managing the real tradeoffs like upfront investments, supplier complexity, and operational risks. Sustainability is more than a trend—it’s smart business.

Think you’re a recycling pro? Think again. One greasy pizza box, a rogue yogurt cup, or that mystery plastic tray might be doing more harm than good. In this episode, we dive into the messy truth behind waste sorting, why your wishcycling isn’t helping, and what really happens after your trash hits the bin. Spoiler: it’s not pretty, but there’s hope.

What we discuss

00:00 Introduction

01:00 Why Separating Waste is Crucial

03:45 Where the Waste Goes

08:15 Common Mistakes to Avoid

14:55 Simple Steps We Can Take to Make a Difference

19:50 Conclusion, mate

What we eat affects both our bodies and the planet. In this episode, we explore the science behind sustainable eating—unpacking water use, greenhouse gas emissions, and land impacts of meat production compared to plant-based alternatives. We also discuss the proven health benefits of a vegetarian diet, and share easy, evidence-based tips like adopting one meatless day per week. This isn’t about judgment—just informed choices backed by data and grounded in what makes you feel good.

References:

https://www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/becoming-a-vegetarian

https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/solve-climate-crisis-we-need-rethink-how-we-produce-our-food#:~:text=Beef%2C%20the%20most%20commonly%20consumed,the%20scale%20of%20animal%20agriculture

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2021/06/water-footprint-food-sustainability/#:~:text=Research%20from%20the%20Water%20Footprint,typically%20requires%20much%20less%20water

https://www.nature.com/articles/s43016-021-00225-9#:~:text=A%20third%20of%20global%20GHG,%25

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction

00:33 Environmental Impacts of Eating Meat

02:15 Why Eating More Plants Is Good for You

04:07 Easy Tips to eat more Sustainability

06:49 Final thoughts

What does it really take to make sustainability stick at the local level? In this uplifting episode, Leon chats with Rosemary Aghedo, a sustainability leader in Norway, about her journey, why youth voices matter, and how real change starts in our communities. It's smart, inspiring, and full of heart.

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction

05:00  The Role of Youth in Shaping real Environmental Action

10:30 Importance of Interdisciplinary Skills and Approaches

19:45: Vision of a Sustainable Future

26:30 Key Advice to People Aspiring to make a Difference in Sustainability