Sustainably Geeky

When it comes to Fast Fashion, there's a lot to unravel. Ashley Gill, Director of Standards for Textile Exchange, joins us in discussing Fast Fashion and the role the textile industry plays in enacting positive change in the way our clothes are produced. We examine the challenges and successes associated with sustainable clothing development, and ways consumers can shop responsibly and encourage changes in the industry.

Follow Ashley on Twitter @ashleyhgill

Textile Exchange's Material Change Index

Buy Nothing groups

fairindigo.com

Renewal Workshop

Ovis 21

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Sometimes, going round in circles is a good thing! Join us as we discuss the Circular Economy with Circular Economy expert Nellie Cohen. Nellie managed Patagonia's Worn Wear program before founding Baleen, which helps brands create innovative ways to become stewards of the natural resources that they rely on to exist; and importantly, to use their powerful voices to influence human behavior and shape the way we treat our planet. We'll explore what the Circular Economy is and the role of consumers, companies and the government in making this system a reality.

Work With Baleen

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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It's time to clean up our act! We hear a lot about the amount of pollution in our oceans, but a large amount of that trash originates from freshwater rivers. In 1997, Chad Pregracke decided to do something about the trash he saw accumulating in the Mississippi River near his hometown. He started to clean the river up little by little, and more than 20 years later this venture turned into Living Lands & Waters, a nonprofit whose mission is to aid in the protection, preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the nations’ major rivers and their watersheds. Chad joins us on this episode to discuss the formation of LL&W and the importance of the work they're doing. He also discusses ways to get involved with this work locally or through their organization. Chad's inspirational story shows that one person really can make a world of difference!

Living Lands and Water

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

We're taking the plunge into hydroponics! Join us for a discussion with Drew Demler, Director of Horticulture for the State Fair of Texas, as we learn about their successful hydroponic urban farm in Dallas, Texas. Drew explains how hydroponics works, the benefits and challenges associated with this type of farming, and ways the average person can dip their toe into water farming.

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The planet is warming up, and that has a lot of us panicking. But why isn't everyone? Dr. Lynette Reed offers a psychological perspective into why people care (or don't) about different causes, and shares ideas for how to inspire others to care about the environmental crisis. It can seem overwhelming to try to convince others to live more sustainably, but there is progress being made and room for hope!

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It's true that one man's trash is another man's treasure, and nothing has embodied this notion like the Creative Reuse, or upcycling, movement. Today there are many Creative Reuse Centers around the country that help discarded items find new life. Austin Creative Reuse (ACR) Executive Director Cory Skuldt and Board President Carole LeClair join us to discuss the Creative Reuse movement and its importance in transitioning to a more sustainable economy. We also explore how ACR was formed, what they do, and ways for everyone to participate in the Creative Reuse Center movement.

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Nothing fishy about it: the ocean plays a critical role in our planets ability to support life on land and in the water. Climate change is affecting the delicate balance that life on Earth depends on, and the consequences are mounting. Dr. David Trossman helps explain why oceans are so important and ways that we can work to undo the damage that has been done.

Links to resources mentioned in the show:

American Geophysical Union

Citizen's Climate Lobby

NASA

National Geographic

Nature Conservancy

Oceana

Ocean Conservancy

Sierra Club

Sin Fronteras Social Club: email [email protected]

World Wide Fund for Nature

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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Light pollution is a serious issue for humans, plants and animals, but many people are unaware of its impacts. Special guest Jane Slade joins us in discussing the unintended consequences of artificial light, the importance of darkness, and ways we can minimize our impact.

Links:

Anatomy of Night

Anatomy of Light

International Dark Sky Association

Urban Wildlife Information Network

Jane Slade on Twitter: @janeslayed

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Implementing green practices into our lives doesn't stop at home. Thomas Jelley, an international leader in environmental sustainability in the workplace, joins us in discussing the important role businesses large and small play transitioning to a sustainbale economy. We discuss practices that can be implemented to ensure a culture of sustainability throughout the organization, greenwashing, and the role employers and consumers play in this process.

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Raising kids sustainably doesn't have to be overwhelming! We discuss practical ways to implement sustainable practices into your routine, for everything from clothing to poop. The crew gives examples that work (and don't), and special guest and low-waste mom Lenna Barr shares some of her favorite techniques and resources. Resources mentioned in this show:

Be Zero Waste Girl

The Good Trade

Hannah Anderson

Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv

The Parent's Guide to Climate Revolution by Mary DeMocker

Planetbox

Pura Bottles

Your Eco Friend

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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