This episode is the audio version of a recent blog post we published on Palm Kernel Extract imports to New Zealand, which has received a lot of attention and has been shared hundreds of times on social media.

It turns out, we import more than twice as much palm kernel extract as China, India and Australia combined. And those countries have a combined 63.5 million dairy cows (we have 6.1 million).

In Indonesia, where rainforests are cleared to make way for industrial palm oil plantations, deforestation is responsible for 80% of the whole country’s CO2 emissions. This made Indonesia at one point the world’s third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases (according to Greenpeace).

You can read the original article and check out all the sources and personal action steps listed here:

https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/new-zealand-palm-oil/

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The Carbon Critical Net-Zero Fund provides kiwis with a convenient and tax-efficient way to make a diversified donation to the charities leading the fight against climate change.

DID YOU KNOW...

• The average Kiwi generates 7 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year.
• Some of the charities we support can offset a ton of emissions for as little as $1 USD.
• For the price of a cup of coffee, you can offset your carbon emissions for 6 months!
• A lifetime of emissions can be offset for about the same cost as a new smartphone.

Find out more at: https://netzerofund.co.nz/

Order your free copy of 'Doing Good Better' via Effective Altruism NZ: https://effectivealtruism.nz/doing-good-better-book-giveaway/

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Period undies - where have you been all our lives?! In this episode, I (Annah) share how discovering period undies has transformed how I feel about getting my period and how this simple change is good for you and the planet.

Where to buy the period underwear recommended:
https://awwathelabel.com/

Awwa (together with their customers) are saving millions of disposable period products from going to landfill every year.

Other available brands which we have heard good things about are Modibodi and Love Luna (available at Postie).

Libra and U by Kotex have also recently brought out their own version, which is available in supermarkets.

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In this episode, you'll hear from Leo Murray, a vibe-architect, DJ, entrepreneur, permaculture advocate and more. Leo is the founder of 'Why Waste', an enterprise that is changing our relationship with waste, one worm farm at a time.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover topics including permaculture, peak-oil, climate change, focussing on principles over solutions, holistic change, deep ecology and using waste as a platform to talk about big picture ideas.

Above all, it's about empowering people to fall in love with nature.

"Ka Ora te Whenua, Ka Ora te Tangata." - When the land is well the people are well.

Why Waste provides organic waste solutions in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua, Whakatane, Wellington and Dunedin. For more info, check out their website:

Why Waste website:
https://www.whywaste.co.nz/

Leo's Tedx Talk:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqNLCNdMDfk&t=2s

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This episode is an interview with Dr Mike Joy. A climate champion and environmental scientist who is a leading voice in the race to reverse global warming.

Mike shares why we should all be passionate about the climate crisis. 

We also discuss:

• Why we need to beware the weapons of mass distraction
• Concern about nitrogen fertiliser and pollution in our water
• Letting go of our addiction to consumption

We hope you enjoy this eye-opening (and motivating) conversation.

Follow Dr Mike Joy on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/DrMikeJoy

Read his articles on 'The Conversation':

 https://theconversation.com/profiles/michael-mike-joy-615517/articles

NZ's hidden link to the palm oil industry:

https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/new-zealand-palm-oil/

Nate Hagens:

https://www.resilience.org/resilience-author/nate-hagens/

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Inspiration to make your morning lunchbox routine that little bit easier.

Includes ideas to reduce packaging, while still providing your little ones with healthy, fun food that gives them enough energy to get through the day.

Links / Show notes:

Morning glory muffins

Oat flour pumpkin muffins

Silicone muffin cups

Sunbeam stick blender (wait for a sale)

Example lunchbox photos

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Plant-based eating is becoming more and more popular every day as more people realise the  health,  environmental and ethical benefits of reducing their intake of animal products.

Before we made the switch away from meat, I considered myself something of a meatatarian, so I have empathy for the reluctance you might feel before taking this kind of leap. The first piece of advice I want to give you is that it’s easier than you think. 

In saying that, removing animal products from your diet may seem like a daunting step, so in this episode, we talk you through our top tips for a successful transition.

Keep in mind, any reduction in meat consumption is good for you and good for the planet. It's not about chasing perfection.

For tips and resources, visit https://goodyoucando.com

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The book that changed my life is:

'Doing Good Better' by William Macaskill

An empowering, practical guide to increasing your positive impact through your career, consumer choices, volunteering efforts, and charitable donations.

In this episode, I touch on why this book means so much to me and why I recommend it to everyone I know.

You can request a free copy via the amazing team at Effective Altruism NZ:

https://effectivealtruism.nz/doing-good-better-book-giveaway/  

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Learn how small changes to the way you shop and the products you buy can significantly reduce your plastic waste. Without spending more money...

Links:

Regional zero-waste shopping guides

 ttp://therubbishtrip.co.nz/regional-shopping-guide/regional-zero-waste-shopping-guides/

The Source bulks foods online

https://thesourcebulkfoods.co.nz/

Reusable paper towels

https://ohnatural.co.nz/product/good-change-bamboo-reusable-eco-wipes/

EarthSmart paper-wrapped toilet paper (available in supermarkets)

https://www.cottonsoft.co.nz/our-brands/earthsmart.html

PaknSave online shopping

https://www.paknsaveonline.co.nz/

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In this episode, I present a logical argument explaining why your individual actions really do make a difference in the race to reverse global warming.

Links:
Uninhabitable Earth - by David Wallace-Wells

Key takeaways from the  Green Protein Report

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