Our interior spaces are where most spend the majority of time. We sleep, work, cook, and relax in one of the biggest opportunities for sustainable design. Architect and designer Brienne Derosier joins the podcast to discuss how we can create living spaces that nurture both personal health and environmental sustainability.

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Brienne's background in architecture gives her a unique approach to interior design, emphasizing the harmony between human needs and environmental consciousness.

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Do you know where your seafood comes from? Is wild-caught or farmed fish better? It's a lot more complicated than you think. Seafood Watch, a program born out of the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, this episode unravels the complexities of making informed seafood choices and underscores the critical importance of knowing your food's origins.

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Explore how Seafood Watch empowers individuals to make environmentally responsible seafood choices in order to ensure that we are able to continue to support the ecosystems and eat responsibly.

Check them out here: https://www.seafoodwatch.org/

Check out the Monterey Bay Aquarium here: https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/

This episode explores an innovative solution that's closing the loop in food manufacturing while addressing pressing energy challenges.

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Learn how Synthica's approach not only tackles waste management issues but also contributes to solving our energy needs with a renewable source. This episode offers insights into a promising path towards a more sustainable and efficient future in both the food and energy sectors.

Check them out here - https://synthica.com/

Fashion is one of the biggest users of waste, water, and materials in manufacturing. But most don't focus on one sector of clothing that has an even bigger impact: children's fashion. With Hand Me Up, a company tackling waste in the clothing industry. This episode uncovers how Hand Me Up is changing the game by offering a new solution of perfectly sized clothes for growing children, without the need to create as much waste.

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Discover how this revolutionary model that also promotes a healthier, more vibrant community that saves parents time and money. Learn about the potential for circular fashion in reducing our footprint and promoting a more sustainable future.

Check them out at: https://handmeupshop.com/

Explore the critical importance of ocean sustainability with Mark Spalding, President of The Ocean Foundation. This episode delves into the ocean's vital role in our daily lives and the cutting-edge scientific research expanding our understanding of marine ecosystems.

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Mark Spalding shares The Ocean Foundation's initiatives for safeguarding marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable practices. This discussion offers valuable insights for sustainability enthusiasts and anyone interested in the future of our blue planet.

Discover the world beneath the waves and learn how ocean protection contributes to a more sustainable future for all.

Check them out at: https://oceanfdn.org/

When we delve into the concept of fashion circularity, we encounter a profoundly intricate and often daunting challenge. However, hope is on the horizon thanks to the visionary efforts of Stuart Ahlum and the remarkable team at SuperCircle and Thousand Fell. Stuart's career has been marked by an unwavering commitment to transparency and recyclability within the fashion realm. What began as a footwear venture dedicated to crafting fully recyclable shoes has evolved into SuperCircle, a company at the forefront of reshaping how the fashion industry views its inputs, outputs, and circular processes. Collaborating with some of the industry's leading companies, Stuart and his team are revolutionizing sustainability in fashion. It's not a straightforward journey, but that's precisely what makes it circular.

The environmental impact of our built environment often flies under the radar, and it's not just about the transportation of materials. It's also the very substances we use to construct our world, along with the layers of code-compliant materials that are frequently anything but sustainable. Enter David Chase, who envisioned a better way.

Rok-On is at the forefront of next-gen building solutions, specializing in fiber cement and structural insulated panels. With a commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, Rok-On offers a contemporary alternative to conventional building materials. Catering to both residential and commercial sectors, their innovative solutions are not only quicker to install but also built to last, all while minimizing environmental impact. In a nutshell, Rok-On is reshaping the construction industry through intelligent, sustainable choices.

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Nuclear power has often been the elephant in the room—its reputation marred by images of explosions, fallout, and environmental degradation. But what if we could flip the script? What if the nuclear waste we've amassed could not only rejuvenate the planet but also improve human well-being?

Enter Edward McGinnis, CEO of Curio, a trailblazing company redefining the energy landscape. With a rich background in U.S. government leadership, McGinnis has transitioned to the private sector to make a lasting impact for future generations.

In our conversation, we delve into the evolution of nuclear energy, explore the untapped potential of nuclear waste as a valuable resource, and discuss Curio's innovative approach to shaping the energy future we all aspire to.

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The College of Global Futures at Arizona State University focuses on tackling complex global challenges by integrating sustainability, innovation, and technology. They aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge to navigate a rapidly changing world. The College of Global Futures is part of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, the world’s first comprehensive, university-based approach to ensuring a habitable planet and a future where well-being is attainable for all humankind. The college offers interdisciplinary programs that blend science, engineering, policy, and social science, aiming to create leaders who can think holistically and act meaningfully. It's like a melting pot of ideas and disciplines, all geared towards building a better future.

At the heart of it, Ryan Mores. Ryan is an ASU graduate but also a deeply compassionate human who has been advocating for sustainability for nearly a decade. Working at the city level and now a global platform, Ryan's goals are centered around creating an equitable future for all.

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In today's global society, we're all consumers at heart. Yet, behind that consumerism lies a mindset, a worldview that shapes our choices. Ryan Looysen, the visionary CEO of Triwa, is revolutionizing the very fabric of product creation. By placing humanity front and center, Triwa prompts us to don a global lens and question the origins of the products we consume. It challenges us to make more mindful choices as consumers.

Starting a brand has never been more accessible, but what if we could infuse the core DNA of a company with principles of humanity and circular sustainability from the get-go? Instead of a seismic shift, it becomes a journey on a well-trodden path. Ryan and his team at Triwa aren't just walking that path; they're paving it, continually pushing the boundaries of what's achievable.

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