In this episode we explore the innovative company behind these eco-friendly aprons and discuss how they are revolutionising the industry. Join us as we discover the story, benefits, and impact of compostable PPE aprons. Learn about the inspiration behind their mission and their dedication to sustainability. We discuss how they blend functionality and style with environmentally friendly materials, without compromising on quality. We explore the science and technology behind creating aprons...

Superfy is on an exciting mission to change the world, by making a significant difference to how organisations measure and reduce their carbon emissions as well as their operational costs. Superfy delivers sustainable smart resource management solutions through technology, empowering enterprises and connecting cities. Their solutions cover sustainability, waste, recycling, operations, workforce and fleet management. Superfy believe we have the power to create a positive impact on the world....

In this episode we talk to Donagh Quigley of the Handmade Soap Co all about sustainability for small business. We discuss what it's like to start a small business with purpose and how to embed sustainability throughout your business. You'll hear about starting a business from the ground up and what you can do to start now. Key takeaways: Be hopeful for the future and that we can turn things around Watch more David Attenborough and marvel and nature and what it can teach us Start...

In this episode we talk to Lorraine D'Arcy from TU Dublin all about active transport and how to get more people walking or cycling. Lorraine is currently the Sustainability and Research Action Lead at TU Dublin, with a particular focus on Transport & Health. We discuss walkable cities, carcitecture, and how to design better places to live and work from a transport point of view. We also discuss Walk 21, the global walking summit that Lorraine helped to bring to Ireland in 2022. It's a...

Nathan and the team believe the millions of hours the world spends playing mobile games can yield something beyond a dopamine hit! They've developed a games engagement platform for climate conscious organisations. They design games based on climate positive solutions to key climate challenges. They want to connect committed organisations with their stakeholders in a scalable way. Games are based on specific climate action problem areas and then customised for their clients. Their...

TU Dublin are on a mission to be the greenest university there is. They are well on their way with several projects that are making the campus, staff and students more sustainable. With several locations and a large number of buildings and labs, there is lots of work to do! TU Dublin is using the UN Sustainable Development Goals as their north star for sustainability. They have a specific sustainability team and are embedding it within all the courses that are being taught. There are...

How do you know where your food and consumer items come from? How can we be sure of the provenance of an item? In this episode we talk to Mike Byrne, CEO of GS1 all about traceability in supply chain. GS1 is responsible for millions of checkout 'beeps' every day. They help to ensure that companies and consumers can be sure of where an item comes from. Barcodes on products provide the link between an item and information about it. GS1 uses unique codes distinguish all products, logistics...

Digital is physical. Digital is not green. Digital costs the Earth. Every time we download an email, we contribute to global warming. In this episode we discuss the footprint of digital devices and what we can do to lighten the load on data centres. Gerry McGovern is an authority on all things digital carbon footprints and has written a book on it called World Wide Waste and has his own podcast devoted to the topic.  1.6 billion trees would have to be planted to offset the pollution caused...

Want to know how to save money on the rising cost of your energy bills?  We've put together some top tips that we've learnt on the best ways to save money and save the planet. We discuss everything from appliances and cooking to renewable energy and digital.  You'll be surprised at how much you can save when you make small changes.  What's good for you is good for the planet.  These are some great sources of info and inspiration: Codema Energy Saving Tips Codema kit to borrow from...

In this episode we talk to Ivor Bowden of Prudent Financial about sustainable investing and how to divest away from fossil fuels. According to Make My Money Matter in the UK, your pension is powerful. Greening it is 21x more effective at cutting carbon than stopping flying, going veggie & switching energy supplier combined. We find out what his clients are investing and some future projects that can help the planet.  Ivor Bowden is founder and managing director of Prudent Environmental...

Clare set up her chocolate company in 2016 because she wanted to produce outstanding confectionery that tastes fantastic, looks amazing, and represents the highest standards of food ethics. Hers was a journey that involved a career change and full immersion in the fabulous world of luxury chocolate making. Now offering a stunning range of chocolate bars and bonbons, Chocolatey Clare treats are definitely gifts you'll be proud to give and proud to receive! During our chat, Clare discusses her...

We talk to Maria Tormey all about Blakestown Community Group and their fantastic environmental projects in the area. Their group has 3 aims; education, ecology and community. Maria has some great tips for communities and businesses looking to green their local area. The group gives all its projects names and everyone has a role to play. We discuss top tips for keeping a group like this going: All Ireland Pollinator Plan inspiration How to get a group mobilised for action One project,...

We talk to John all about planting mini forests in communities. Stepping Stone Forests are small dense woodlands which are planted in schools using native species of trees and shrubs. Their work is inspired by the work of world-renowned botanist Prof. Akira Miyawaki. Listen to find out: Planting small dense woodlands in schools and communities How stepping stone forests get kids out of the classroom and into nature How to get tree planting initiatives off the ground How stepping stone...

We talk to Geraldine Corcoran all about cycling in Ireland and why a cargo bike is the way to go! Even the most timid cyclist will be inspired by listening to Ger talking about cycling and why it's not just good for the planet but good for you too. We talk about: Tips for cycle safety Cycle helmet cameras Why cycling is a convenient and cheap way to get around What her cargo bike is, how much it cost, what else you need Getting fit! It's like having a second car for a fraction of...

We talk to Michael O'Hara from Data Solutions about the Techies Go Green initiative. Their mission is empowering tech 'To Go Green' and supporting IT and technology businesses to become carbon neutral by 2030. We discuss: The global problem of e-waste from tech Data centres and their demand for energy How technology can facilitate climate solutions Helping companies to go green Putting sustainability at the heart of what you do Check out the Techies Go Green Website -...

We talk to Pamela Conroy about how to set up a local environmental group like Laurel Lodge and the projects that they've been involved in. Pamela rallied a group of people to improve the local environment. It started with litter picking but has grown to become much more! We discuss: How to take environmental action in your community What engages people and where to focus your actions 40+ active community members who do anything from admin and gardening to litter picking and managing...

Peter Donegan is an amazing landscaper who has been an environmentally conscious garden designer and landscaper, long before it was fashionable. His gardens always consider the natural environment. From 2019 - 2022 The RHS silver medalist became the series garden designer for RTE‘s DIY SOS The Big Build Ireland. He was selected to represent Ireland to design & realise the Irish WW1 Centenary Peace Garden at Chateau de Péronne in 2018, and returned to design a second inaugurated garden in...

We talked to Gearoid Hodgins of Blanchardstown Tidy Towns group about everything they are doing in their community space for the environment. Gearoid discusses the balance of humans and nature and his top tips for: Keeping a community group motivated Gardening for biodiversity from a few pots to large areas of bushes and trees Balancing bold and beautiful flowers with a more natural look that is more beneficial for wildlife Litter picking with kids and businesses Creating a sense of...

Aoife has a life time of gardening experience and a masters in Horticulture. She is a font of knowledge when it comes to sustainable gardening. In this episode we talk about gardening for biodiversity and Aoife gives her top tips for: Wildflower meadows - what to plant and what not to The benefits of rewilding Peat free compost Feeding the soil not the plants Bees, not just the honey bee but our other 98 species too! Gardening for well being Aoife works with businesses, councils,...

We chat to Fiona about volunteering with tidy towns and how to get projects off the ground. We discuss: Community gardening for pollinators The fine balance between aesthetics for humans and whats attractive to nature How to get started with a community gardening group No gardening experience needed! Plenty of ideas for your local area Positive community vibe You can find out more about about the group here https://www.castleknocktidytowns.com/ Check out the group on Facebook

Emma is a font of knowledge when it comes to bees. Emma established Bees on the Roof in 2019.  Emma is a professional beekeeper with a passion for nature, biodiversity and making a real difference to Ireland’s declining bee population.  Emma is inspired by a deep love for nature and the serenity of working with bees, where working on “bee time” reinforces the need for being present in an often busy, deadline driven world. In this episode we find out: There are approximately 24,000 honey...

Have you ever wondered how to get more trees planted in your community? We talk to Orla Farrell about tree planting. We find out: How to stop talking and start planting Getting school children involved  Not using 'should' but using action Being prepared Using trees as shelter for pollinators Shrubs for pollution Mobilise your own tidy towns or neighbourhood if you don't have a garden Check out their website https://easytreesie.com/ Contact Orla on Linkedin if you're a...

In this episode we talked to Ger O'Halloran, a biomedical engineer who empowering his community to take climate action. Ger believes that we need to work together to solve the climate crisis and he has lots of projects that can be replicated in your community. Edible forests in small spaces Helping the community with travel - like public infrastructure projects and making them pedestrian centric Growing indigenous wildflower plugs to distribute across the community Cycling in the...

In this episode we talked to Annie Lee at fiid all about their B Corp journey and their sustainability credentials. In 2021 fiid became the world’s first carbon neutral ready meal. One fiid bowl generates 0.5kg of CO2, the same amount as 8 bowls of oats. fiid have taken a “cradle-to-customer plus waste” approach, calculating the life cycle of raw materials and packaging, relevant logistics, manufacturing, delivery to their customers, and the disposal of fiid and its packaging. Since day...

FoodCloud is a social enterprise with a mission to transform surplus food into opportunities to make the world a kinder place. Their Vision is: A world where no good food goes to waste. We talk to Philip Hyland, their Sustainability Manager, all about their mission to reduce food waste (one of the top things the western world can do about climate change) and how they support local charities and communities.  We end with some top tips from Philip about how to manage your own carbon...