Episodes

How can we equip the next generation to tackle the complex challenges of sustainability? Neil Drobny shares his experience building academic programs that empower students to make a real-world impact. He played a pivotal role...

Can a childhood spent in nature spark a lifelong passion for sustainability? For Neil Drobny, it certainly did. Neil Drobny is the program director of the Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact at Western Michigan University...

Erin Shaffer, a manager at Kalypso (a Rockwell Automation company), building a thriving sustainability service line within a consulting firm. Starting with a simple conversation amongst colleagues and their desire for sustain...

Erin Shaffer is a Green Champion who co-leads the sustainability and energy management service line at Kalypso, a consulting firm acquired by Rockwell Automation. Erin shares her passion for sustainability, which was rooted i...

What are the three types of social capital, and how can understanding them help you become a better advocate for sustainability? Joe Campbell, senior lecturer at Ohio State University's School of Environment and Natural Resou...

2Joe Campbell shares his journey from a study abroad program in Ghana to establishing his own consulting company, Development Consulting International. He then talks about how he came to teach the Ghana study abroad course an...

Joe Campbell is more than just a professor at Ohio State University. He's a passionate advocate for community building and a firm believer in the power of listening. Joe's unique approach to sustainability goes beyond just st...

Brittanie Dabney, an environmental scientist and PhD candidate shares her passion for studying harmful chemicals in our environment, focusing on microplastics and PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." She explains the alar...

Have you ever wondered how the chemicals in our environment impact our health and ecosystems? Meet Brittanie Dabney, an environmental scientist dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of contaminants in our waterways and inspir...

Columbus Micro Systems, a Columbus-based company with a 36-year history, is more than just an IT hardware and services provider. They've carved a unique niche by actively championing sustainability within the tech industry. T...

Zagrous Kawarizadeh is the president of Columbus Micro Systems, a family business with a unique perspective on sustainability. Founded in 1988, the company has evolved from building computers to becoming a leader in IT recycl...

SWACO, the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio led by Jane Boehm, is leading the charge to reduce food waste in the region. Through the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative, they've brought together a diverse group of partner...

Jane Boehm is a passionate advocate for reducing food waste in Central Ohio. As the Food Waste Programs Administrator at SWACO, she leads the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative, a collaboration of businesses, nonprofits, and ...

How is Toyota, a global automotive giant, tackling water scarcity, championing biodiversity, and redefining sustainability in manufacturing? Toyota's sustainability journey has evolved over 30 years, moving from a focus on wa...

Kevin Butt is the Regional Environmental Sustainability Director at Toyota North America. Kevin shares his remarkable journey from a curious young mind exploring the woods to becoming a leading advocate for environmental sust...

Zach Walls, the Cafe Manager at Florin Coffee, isn't just brewing delicious coffee; he's crafting a sustainable future for the coffee industry. By diverting over 90% of waste from landfills, Florin Coffee has achieved the imp...

Do you know what happens to those bread tags or misprinted 3D models? What if they could be transformed into beautiful, functional furniture? Joseph Klatt, the founder of Marble Plastics, is on a mission to revolutionize the ...

Did you know that plastics are as different from each other as paper is from metal? Joseph Klatt, founder of Marble Plastics, dives into the complex world of polymer types and how they impact our efforts to recycle plastic wa...

Did you know that Columbus, Ohio generates a staggering one million pounds of food waste per day? But the city taking concrete steps towards sustainability, and Aryeh Alex, its Sustainability Manager, is leading the charge. T...

Can a childhood of playing video games lead to a passion for protecting the planet? Aryeh Alex, the Executive Director of Keep Columbus Beautiful and Sustainability Manager for the city of Columbus, shares his unlikely path f...

Are you curious about how electric vehicle owners overcome range anxiety and embark on cross-country adventures? Mryia Williams, the Ohio Program Associate for Solar United Neighbors and the Executive Director of Drive Electr...

Did you know that you can power your electric vehicle with solar energy? Mryia Williams, Ohio Program Associate for Solar United Neighbors (SUN) and Executive Director of Drive Electric Columbus, shares her insights on making...

How can going the extra mile for your customers lead to a million-pound impact? Ray Leard, the "Compost King" of Central Ohio, talks about the driving forces behind his incredible success with the Compost Exchange. Ray shares...

Ray Leard is dubbed as the "Compost King" for his pioneering efforts in bringing large-scale composting to Central Ohio. As the founder of the Compost Exchange, Ray single-handedly paved the way for residential curbside food ...