The EcoCentrics

From wind, solar, tidal to hydro, PK & Tom discuss renewable energy and how some are better than others, plus why a renewable future is not only good for the planet, but also our pockets. 


To find out more about that cool energy project Tom was talking about go here ...
​​xlinks.co/morocco-uk-power-project

And to read that book about why humans like to consume so much stuff go here ...
timjackson.org.uk/ecological-economics/pwg

PK & Tom discuss the UK's obsession with SUV's, why trains in Luxemburg are so cheap and how France is tackling internal flights, plus rent-a-cars, autonomous cars, and electric cars.



These are the views of PK Whalen & Tom Bedford and not of the organisations they are affiliated with.

PK & Tom discuss how to make our houses more energy efficent, from LED lightbulbs to retrofits, plus Tom explains why he thinks heat pumps are powered by magic. 

To find out more about the goverment's energy scheme ECO4 go to https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/design-of-the-energy-company-obligation-eco4-2022-2026.

To get further advice on heat pumps see heatgeek.co.uk 

And to find out how much energy you are using in your home download https://hugoenergyapp.co.uk/
 

PK & Tom ask if food is bad for the environment, get excited about lab grown meat and explain why you don't have to go Vegan to make an impact. For ideas of using up your leftovers go to myfridgefood.com or realfood.tesco.com/what-can-i-make-with.html

PK & Tom explain what a carbon footprint actually is, the pros & cons of using footprint calculators and why talking to your neighbour about climate change might have a bigger impact than you think. If you're curious about your carbon footprint go to https://footprint.wwf.org.uk/ and to find out why food waste is bad for the planet not just your pocket, see https://ourworldindata.org/food-waste-emissions

PK & Tom discuss the High Seas Treaty and the future of green jobs, PK gives advice on where to look for that sustainable career, plus Tom explains why whales are so important.  Recommended reading ‘The Value Of The Whale’ by Adrienne Buller

PK & Tom discuss the fuss around 15-Minute Cities, they ask is sustainable air travel really possible, plus PK explains why she's suffering from flight anxiety.  You can measure your environmental footprint at footprint.wwf.org.uk

PK & Tom kick off the season by asking what to do about single use plastics, how much you really save by turning off appliances and why Tom feels guilty about buying meal deals. You can email PK & Tom at [email protected]

Interested in sustainability and taking action towards a lower carbon life? Then The EcoCentrics is exactly what you've been looking for. Episode 1 is released on Monday March 13th - remember to hit follow so you never miss an episode.