Life on Planet A
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A sustainability podcast for those with good intentions. A podcast about sustainability, the environment, politics and all the craziness that's going on in the world. You'll hear it all from the perspective of Bella, the marine ecologist and Heidi, the sustainability consultant. Whether you're working in the field or you have never heard of the term sustainability, welcome to Life..
Life on Planet A
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Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the remarkable journey Erchana Murray-Bartlett, an athlete and environmental advocate who ran across Australia for a cause. Erchana started her 5 and a half month journey in August 2022 and finished in January 2023.
Discover how her sporting background shaped her passion for the environment and the inception of her 'Running to End Extinction' campaign. Erchana shares personal experiences connecting her with Australia's wildlife, the challenges and triumphs of her journey, and her collaboration with the Wilderness Society.
Erchana reveals ..read more
Life on Planet A
4M ago
Dive deep into the world of climate tech funding with Annelieke de Wit, PhD, and Joey Faust in this insightful episode of Life on Planet A. Discover why climate tech is unique, its challenges, and potential solutions. Learn about the Australian and NZ context, the role of government, and the power of collaboration. Timestamps included for key topics. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more!
Link to their journey - https://fundinginnovationinclimatetech.substack.com/
0:00 - Joey and Annelieke’s favourite thing in the world
6:15 - Joey and Annelieke’s backgrounds
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Life on Planet A
5M ago
? Episode Highlights:
The Oxygen Project's Mission: Vasser Seydel sheds light on the Oxygen Project's mission to ignite a community of climate champions and accelerate collective action through digital storytelling, activist trainings, and impact campaigns to build a climate-resilient tomorrow.
Deep Sea Mining Demystified: Delve into the fascinating world of Deep Sea Mining as we unravel its intricacies. Vasser Seydel provides insights into the extraction processes, debunk the need for minerals in the Deep Sea and which type of mining most interests people.
Environmental Impact: Discover th ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
In this enlightening episode, we're joined by a very special guest, Jae Lubberink from the Blueprint Institute. We dive into a compelling conversation about Australia's energy policies, nuclear energy prospects, public private policy, policy and tech the importance of biodiversity conservation.
? Key Highlights:
- Discover Jae's journey through the Startmates Fellowship and his impactful research at Blueprint Institute.
- Delve into the complex world of nuclear energy in Australia and its potential role in achieving net-zero emissions.
- Learn about the challenges and opportunities of small ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
The future of sustainable agriculture and design with Orlando Hayes
In this episode, we sit down with Orlando Hayes to unpack his groundbreaking work with CH4 Global and the award-winning Camada daybed. Orlando sheds light on CH4 Global's mission, their focus on designing sustainable facilities, and the vital role of seaweed to reduce methane in agriculture.
You may have heard of feeding seaweed to cows in the news, this episode is a first hand look into what’s happening in the industry and what sustainability initiatives need to be considered!
We also delve into the world o ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
Delve into the intriguing world of deep sea mining and the complex negotiations surrounding it, with our guest Emily Tewes, from Sustainable Ocean Alliance.
Join Life on Planet A as we plunge beneath the waves to uncover the untold stories of the International Seabed Authority,(ISA) the international body overseeing deep sea mining regulations.
In episode, we spotlight the compelling stories of nations that are championing a call for moratorium in deep sea mining. With climate change accelerating and concerns about environmental impacts mounting, countries are raising ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
In this episode, we are joined by Juliet Kirby, the CEO of Gentoo.Earth, a carbon removal intelligence platform. We will explore the ins and outs of carbon credits, providing you with valuable insights on how to navigate the complex landscape of carbon markets and make informed choices when purchasing offsets. We will discover what it truly means to be a quality offset.
Juliet provides share her extensive knowledge and experience, shedding light on the importance of high-quality offsets and their role in mitigating climate change. Whether you're an individual looking to offset your perso ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
?️ESG Podcast! ??
Join us for an insightful podcast episode with Moana from Alphinity, where we delve into the fascinating world of ESG within factories in Bangladesh and Vietnam. ?✨
Discover the social cost of ESG in factories across Bangladesh and Vietnam. We will learn from Moana about the impact of ESG policy on workers, labor conditions, and the overall well-being of the local communities.
Don't miss out on this engaging conversation that sheds light on the intersection of sustainability, and social progress!
Tune in now to broaden your understanding of ESG in these dynamic regions ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
Imagine you could eat a marbled eye-fillet steak, with the omega 3 of a salmon fillet with the smoky taste of woolly mammoth... AND no animals were harmed in the process and the meat was 98% more carbon efficient than native meat, with no paddocks involved. Sounds like a dream right? This could very soon be an exciting reality thanks to the team at Vow. Vow is a Sydney-based start-up that is creating cultured meat with the aim to make sustainable food both irresistible and available to billions of people.
We were joined by Vow expert and process development associate, Sam Rat ..read more
Life on Planet A
5M ago
How healthy is pet food? What if you could give your pet food that was good for them AND good for the planet? Well... you can, thanks to the team at Lyka.
This episode we'll stepping into the paws of our canine companions to learn about how we can improve their diet and the planet with Lyka. We'll be on this journey with this week's guest: Gabriel Guedes, COO and CFO at Lyka.
About Lyka:
Lyka is Australia's only carbon NEGATIVE dog food! All emissions are offset through Green Fleet, the first Aussie carbon offsetter.
In 2018, founder Anna (Gabriels partner), went on a jour ..read more