Episodes
Dana Watts - Tying the Knot without Tying up Resources
Picture your dream wedding. Does it include overflowing trash cans and wilting flowers? Probably not. But weddings are often surprisingly wasteful. However, one inspiring event planner is determined to change this. Dana Watts...
Dana Watts - Getting Hitched on Sustainability
Have you ever stopped to think about the amount of waste generated at a typical wedding? From leftover food to floral arrangements and decor items, the waste can quickly add up. But what if there was a way to plan a beautiful...
John McNamara - The Power to Create Equity with Solar
Can you imagine a future where clean energy access is the norm, creating thriving communities and a healthier planet? John McNamara is making this vision a reality through solar innovation and commitment to social impact. Joh...
John McNamara - Bringing the Energy Back to the Green Team
Can you imagine starting every day knowing you're making a tangible impact on climate change through renewable energy solutions? That's the inspiring reality for John McNamara, Chief Operations Officer at Appalachian Renewabl...
Lisa Goldsand - The Hyperlocal Advantage for Thrifting
Can a neighborhood thrifting initiative make a dent in the massive problem of fashion waste? Lisa Goldsand, the founder of Circular Thrift, shares her mission to valorize post-consumer textile waste and scale the reuse of clo...
Lisa Goldsand - Steering the Fashion Industry towards Sustainability
What motivates someone to leave a 20-year corporate career in fashion to spearhead a sustainability revolution? Lisa Goldsand, founder of the hyperlocal service Circular Thrift, shares how we can transform our fashion habits....
Grant Behnke - Building A Private Hotel Investor’s First ESG Report
Can sustainability and profit-maximization co-exist in the hotel industry? Grant Behnke, Director at Rockbridge private equity real estate firm discuss his pioneering work in implementing environmental, social and governance ...
Grant Behnke - Intersection of Hospitality, Sustainability, and Servi…
How did a fascination with hotels from a young age evolve into a career championing sustainability in the hospitality industry? Grant Behnke, Director of Development & ESG at Rockbridge, shares his unique journey into the hot...
Shelly Douglas - The Nation’s Largest Earth Day Service Event
How do you mobilize an entire city to take action for the environment? Shelly Douglas of Green Columbus shows us how a small but mighty nonprofit can make a big impact through community engagement and planting roots for susta...
Shelly Douglas - Conquer Imposter Syndrome One Tree at a Time
Did you know that planting trees can reduce crime, lower rates of asthma, and even cool our cities? Hear the amazing story of how Shelly Douglas is leading the charge to bring more trees to communities in need. In this episod...
Adam Morris - Find Your Agency to Create Change
Adam is the co-host of Green Champions and founder behind People Helping People. This dual venture offers a rich tapestry of inspiration, practical tools, and educational resources tailored for social entrepreneurs aiming to ...
Dominique Hadad - Sustainability as a Moving Target
Dominique is the co-host of Green Champions and founder of Green Scope Consulting, a company transforming organizations into zero waste operations. When she’s not supporting clients in reaching their sustainability goals, she...
Trailer - Green Champions
Green Champions is a podcast by Dominique Hadad and Adam Morris , focusing on environmental change through conversations with individuals making a difference in sustainability. Dominique brings her experience as the sustainab...