Talking Taiao

What are the implications of an LNG Terminal in Taranaki? What risks and benefits? But also, why and what is LNG? Join us as we discuss this "hot topic" with Sarah from Taranaki Energy Watch and Catherine from Climate Justice Taranaki. One thing is certain: now is the right time to talk about this and make the right decision for our energy and our future.

It's been a few weeks of "energy chaos" with fuel prices increasing a LOT reminding us how dependant we are to other countries. But what if we could reduce your energy costs by electrifying our whare (house) and businesses? What are the solutions and what are the first steps people could do? Listen to our kōrero with Community Energy Taranaki and get important tips and advices on how to save money AND the planet. You can fill in their short community electrification survey here:

https://forms.gle/iVyQHPbD6g8WwFGV8

In this episode of Talking Taiao, Sophie sits down with behaviour change specialist Alexandra Vernal to explore the big issue of kai waste in Aotearoa. From her work with the Ministry for the Environment to research and partnerships supporting organisations, Alex shares practical insights into what really helps shift habits and reduce organic waste.

They also dive into her wider mahi in sustainable behaviour change, including previous research with Sustainable Taranaki, and what it takes to inspire lasting change in our communities. Packed with real-world tips and a few fun moments along the way, this kōrero will leave you feeling motivated to take small steps for the taiao.

From feeding 12 people in the streets of Ngāmotu - New Plymouth to thousands weekly in Taranaki, now in Bell Block and Stratford. Jump in with Terry from On The House as he tells us how and why On The House started. In this episode, he explains what they are offering to the community, including how their Free Stores work, but also how you could support them with the incredible mahi they are doing for all. Visit their website to get in touch with them: www.onthehouse.org.nz

From feeding 12 people in the streets of Ngāmotu - New Plymouth to thousands weekly in Taranaki, now in Bell Block and Stratford. Jump in with Terry from On The House as he tells us how and why On The House started. In this episode, he explains what they are offering to the community, including how their Free Stores work, but also how you could support them with the incredible mahi they are doing for all. Visit their website to get in touch with them: www.onthehouse.org.nz

How can businesses balance profit with purpose? In this episode of Talking Taiao, Sophie interviews sustainability consultant Belen Matias about her new role supporting the B Corp movement in Taranaki. Tune in for a hopeful conversation about values-driven business and practical ways companies can make a positive difference. Visit www.bcorpmonth.com for more information or contact Belen at [email protected]

Talking Taiao! Inspiring people, businesses, and communities to value our local taiao (environment) and embrace sustainability. Each week, the team from Sustainable Taranaki shares positive, uplifting conversations with guests working in sustainability and conservation, offering knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help us all care for our whenua (land) and grow a culture of kaitiakitanga.

Today Dave (and his cat) and Elric (and his dog) are discussing how to be more sustainable with your pets. They share many tips and advice on food, waste (including how to deal with the regular poos), shopping and biodiversity! We love them, they love us, but we are all aiming to thrive on the same beautiful planet!

In this episode, Sophie chats with Mieke Verschoor our Organics Programmes Manager and sustainable gardening expert, about what to be doing in your māra as we move through February–March. From harvesting abundance to soil love, seed saving and sustainable gardening hacks, this kōrero is packed with practical tips and inspiration to help your garden thrive. Whether you're growing kai on a balcony or tending a big backyard māra, tune in for down-to-earth advice, eco-friendly ideas and a dose of green-fingered joy.

In this episode hosts Sophie and Elric chat about Nature Clean-ups with Sustainable Taranaki, about a huge summer/raumati of action for te taiao. From beach and awa clean-ups across the rohe to the incredible mahi of volunteers keeping our moana sparkling, we celebrate what’s been achieved so far this summer 2025/26 — and take a look ahead to what’s planned heading into ngahuru (March, April and May).