Scaling Sustainability
Scaling Sustainability is an archived interview podcast exploring how sustainability actually shows up inside real businesses — from strategy and operations to product, culture, and growth. Hosted by Seth Cysewski, the series features in-depth conversations with founders, operators, and industry leaders working at the intersection of sustainability and business performance. Episodes focus on practical decision-making, tradeoffs, and lessons learned — moving beyond theory to what works in practice. Originally published from 2020–2023, Scaling Sustainability remains available as a resource for business leaders, operators, and anyone interested in how organizations approach sustainability in the real world.
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Getting Plastic Out of Our Daily Routines with Lindsay McCormick of BITE (Episode 56)
03/23/2023
Getting Plastic Out of Our Daily Routines with Lindsay McCormick of BITE (Episode 56)
Your daily hygiene routine has more to do with the future of our planet than you may think. Around the world, 1.5 billion toothpaste tubes are discarded each year, enough to fill 50 Empire State Buildings. And since most tubes are made of mixed materials, typically plastic and aluminum, they are incredibly difficult to recycle and often wind up in landfills. The design has changed very little since the invention of the first toothpaste tube in 1856, but that’s starting to change. Lindsay McCormick is the founder and CEO of Bite, makers of plastic-free, cruelty-free products on a mission to become the world’s most sustainable personal care company. Lindsay has built a multimillion-dollar company aimed at getting plastic out of our daily routines with her first product being viral toothpaste tablets in 2018. Since then, Bite has created an entirely plastic-free oral care set and most recently, released the first ever 100% plastic-free deodorant with compostable refills and its plastic-free and pump-free body balm. During this episode, Lindsay and I had an insightful conversation about the challenges she faces as a pioneer in her industry and her advice for new founders seeking to make a change. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Lindsay McCormick: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455 Email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Green Amendments and Environmental Rights with Maya K. van Rossum (Episode 55)
03/09/2023
Green Amendments and Environmental Rights with Maya K. van Rossum (Episode 55)
Several states have recently enacted—or are considering enacting—constitutional amendments that protect our right to live in a healthy environment. Such policies ensure that in every action the government takes, the protection of our world is prioritized. Yet, in conversations about our fundamental rights, such as freedom of speech and religion, the right to a stable climate and access to clean water and air are often overlooked. Veteran environmentalist Maya K. van Rossum proposes raising environmental rights to the highest constitutional standing is critical to ensuring essential climate justice. She is the founder of Green Amendments for The Generations, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the passage of environmental legislation in every state constitution across our nation and at the federal level when the time is right. Green Amendments–a term coined and defined by Maya in her 2017 award-winning book–recognize and protect environmental rights on par with other inalienable civic and political freedoms. She has also served as the leader of the Delaware Riverkeeper Network for over 30 years, a regional advocacy organization that works throughout the four states of the Delaware River watershed and at the national level using advocacy, science, and litigation to protect the Delaware River and its tributaries. In this episode, Maya and I discuss the specific language written into Green Amendments that make them so powerful, and what an environmental right at the federal level might look like for the U.S. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: The Green Amendment: Securing Our Right to A Healthy Environment Connect with Maya van Rossum: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455Email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing!Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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The Unsolved Problems of Sustainable Cement Production with Ian Riley (Episode 54)
02/23/2023
The Unsolved Problems of Sustainable Cement Production with Ian Riley (Episode 54)
The road to decarbonization hasn’t been an easy one for the cement industry. The sector, which produces about 4 billion metric tons of the world’s most common building material, simultaneously puts almost 4 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere every year, or about 7% of the world’s total emissions. But, thanks to leaders like Ian Riley, movement is happening. In 2019, Ian joined the World Cement Association as CEO, leading the organization’s key mission of sustainability, innovation and internationalization to face the challenges associated with creating a sustainable cement industry. He is responsible for motivating members to improve product selection, use new technologies and drive innovation to find approaches for less energy-intensive and more sustainable cement production. Ian is passionate about reducing the industry’s GHG emissions so as to accelerate the response to climate change and achieve full decarbonization by 2050. During this episode, Ian and I had an insightful conversation about some of the unsolved problems that are standing in the way of more sustainable cement production. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Ian Riley: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455Email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks.Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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The Architecture Industry and Sustainability with Kevin Deabler (Episode 53)
02/09/2023
The Architecture Industry and Sustainability with Kevin Deabler (Episode 53)
Sustainability is a word that's becoming increasingly familiar across every single market sector. Little by little, the importance of caring for the planet is permeating society and becoming a way of life. And with the relentless expansion of cities across the nation, the need to preserve natural resources has now seeped into the architectural industry. But, architecture presents a unique challenge in the field of sustainability, as construction projects typically consume large amounts of materials and produce tons of waste. One of the architectural companies trying to solve this problem by focusing on sustainable design is RODE Architects. Kevin Deabler, the LEED-accredited co-founder, owner, and principal of RODE Architects, uses a conscious approach to energy and ecological conservation in the design of the buil environment. With a background in environmental design, Kevin is helping shape the architecture of the future by infusing sustainability into his work. His approach focuses on minimizing non-renewable resource consumption, enhancing the natural environment and eliminating the use of toxic materials. In this episode, Kevin and I discuss how we can take LEED certification to the next level in order to really help move the needle on climate change. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Kevin Deabler: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455Email: hello@coolperx.com Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing!Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks.Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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How Sustainability and Profitability Can Coexist with Brennan Spellacy (Episode 52)
01/26/2023
How Sustainability and Profitability Can Coexist with Brennan Spellacy (Episode 52)
Corporate commitments to carbon neutrality have yet to slow down, as more and more business leaders race to align their strategic priorities with pressure from the public for urgent climate action. Companies are now trying to decarbonize their operations while simultaneously compensating for unavoidable emissions. However, many well-intended but misinformed businesses often fall victim to carbon management solutions that don’t have much of an impact. That’s where Patch comes in, as the most effective and responsible way for organizations to access carbon credit projects. The Co-founder and CEO of Patch, Brennan Spellacy has figured out how businesses can make bold, impactful climate action a reality with every transaction — with just four simple lines of code. Backed by some of the world’s most visionary investors, Patch is making it easier for companies to do the right thing, giving us a real chance to mitigate the climate crisis. The platform is helping businesses of all sizes offset emissions by backing the right carbon removal projects. In this episode, Brennan and I discuss the opportunities for sustainability and profitability to coexist, and how companies can actually gain a competitive advantage by mitigating their environmental impact. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Brennan Spellacy: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455Email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks.Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Revolutionizing Omega-3 Industry with Corinna Bellizzi (Episode 51)
01/12/2023
Revolutionizing Omega-3 Industry with Corinna Bellizzi (Episode 51)
Omega-3 is easily the most popular supplement in America. Recent studies have found that roughly 8% of adults—or about 19 million people—take some kind of omega-3 fatty acid supplement. But, the harvesting of fish for these supplements is having a ripple effect on our oceans. Omega-3 supplements come from fish in the critical layer of the ocean biosphere that are essential for preserving ecosystem dynamics. With no signs of slowing down, the industry risks permanently damaging our marine ecosystems and impacting the ocean’s resiliency to climate change. Corinna Bellizzi is taking the lead in changing the tide as she hopes to prevent yet another human-caused environmental imbalance. Corinna is a natural products industry specialist who has earned a reputation for leading the development and growth of responsible brands like Nordic Naturals. Given her concern for the future health of both people and the planet, she shifted her focus from fish-sourced to algae-sourced omegas in 2016. Today, she leads Örlö Nutrition, a brand that is cultivating the world’s first carbon-negative omega-3 supplement. During this episode, Corinna and I had an insightful conversation about the importance of extracting less and supplying more when it comes to our oceans, and the potential that algae has to revolutionize the omega-3 industry. Resources mentioned in today’s episode:Orlo Nutrition: - Discount code: "SUSTAIN10" Care More Be Better: Nutrition Without Compromise: Inside this vertical farm, carbon-neutral algae grows under glowing pink lights: Environmental Impacts of Large-Scale Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) Production in Hellisheidi Geothermal Park Iceland: Life Cycle Assessment: Connect with Corinna Bellizzi: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: +1 (855) 429-0455Email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by: © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Sustainability in The Sports Industry with Kristen Fulmer (Episode 50)
11/10/2022
Sustainability in The Sports Industry with Kristen Fulmer (Episode 50)
Across all industries, the future is being dictated by a focus on sustainability - and sports are no exception. Just last year, the Tokyo Olympics set out to raise awareness about the role that sports play in sustainability. Podiums were made from recycled plastic, athletes’ beds were made with cardboard, and even the medals were made using recycled electronic devices. Although this is a step in the right direction, the sports industry as a whole continues to have a significant impact on the environment, from the construction of venues to the travel of competitors and spectators. Sustainability expert Kristen Fulmer has made it her mission to transform the future of sustainable sports. After years of practicing sustainability in the international real estate industry, she identified the vastly impactful and largely unexplored potential to fuse sport and sustainability. Kristen realized that sport is a universal language, an opportunity to find commonalities, and a tool to facilitate tough conversations. She founded Recipric in 2019 to help sports organizations seeking support with enacting positive environmental and social change. In this episode, Kristen and I discuss the economic opportunities for embedding sustainability into sports and the potential challenges associated with doing so. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Kristen Fulmer: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Climate Intervention and Geoengineering with Wake Smith (Episode 49)
10/27/2022
Climate Intervention and Geoengineering with Wake Smith (Episode 49)
Public discourse around climate change widely focuses on reaching net zero emissions. Yet, some propose that even after we reach net zero, temperatures will continue to warm, sea levels will continue to rise, and climate disasters will continue to occur. There are currently a number of proposed ideas that go beyond net zero by pulling carbon out of the atmosphere or artificially cooling the planet, known collectively as geoengineering. While geoengineering methods don’t invalidate the need to decarbonize now and fast, given the dangerous trajectory of global heating, reaching net zero emissions may only be the beginning, not the end, of our fight against climate change. Wake Smith argues that future generations may be forced to take such dire actions to combat climate change and, if so, they deserve to inherit research done now to understand the potential feasibility and consequences of geoengineering. As a lecturer at Yale University, Wake teaches a world-leading undergraduate course on climate intervention, the syllabus of which forms the basis of his book, Pandora’s Toolbox. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Harvard Kennedy School, writing scholarly articles on the aeronautics, costs, and governance of solar geoengineering. In this episode, Wake and I discuss the current climate intervention landscape and the future possibilities that geoengineering offers. Resources mentioned in today’s episode:Pandora's Toolbox: The Hopes and Hazards of Climate Intervention Connect with Wake Smith: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Electric Motorcycles and Sustainable Transportation with Jay Giraud (Episode 48)
10/13/2022
Electric Motorcycles and Sustainable Transportation with Jay Giraud (Episode 48)
Climate change is forcing consumers to reevaluate their shopping habits, and the motorcycle industry is no exception. Riders are looking for options that will help them reduce their impact on the environment, as traditional gas motorcycles are large contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. There is hope on the horizon as, according to the United Nations, shifting to 90% of battery-powered electric motorcycles by 2030 will dramatically reduce carbon emissions by 11 billion tons from now to 2050. In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jay Giraud, a leader in the electric motorcycle space. The co-founder and CEO of Damon Motors, Jay has focused his efforts on redefining mobility by creating an eco-conscious motorcycle experience. He is passionate about the fact that electric motorcycles will not only lead us into a greener future but also have immediate positive impacts on both people and the planet. Jay is also the author of multiple patents and has spoken extensively about automotive, mobility, and cleantech at various conferences around the world. During this episode, Jay and I had an insightful conversation about how the introduction of a fully electric high-performance option for motorcyclists will change the future of sustainable transportation. Resources mentioned in today’s episode: Connect with Jay Giraud: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Integrating Sustainability with Laura Asiala (Episode 47)
09/29/2022
Integrating Sustainability with Laura Asiala (Episode 47)
Today, I am happy to welcome Laura Asiala to the podcast. Laura is the Chief Sustainability Officer of WholeWorks. She is also the lead facilitator for the ‘Leading Sustainability Transformation’ program, in which experienced professionals and leaders accelerate their ability to integrate ESG issues across their companies, creating value and transforming a traditional business into a sustainable one via a realistic team simulation. Laura has extensive experience in the field of global, sustainable development. Prior to her current role, she served as the Director of Corporate Communications and Citizenship for Dow Corning. In addition, Laura has held positions such as Vice President of Public Affairs at PYXERA Global, Senior Director of the Council of the Great Lakes Region, and Editor at the Great Lakes Economic Forum: Online. You can read her posts on Amplify, an Arthur D. Little Publication, or GreenBiz. During this episode, Laura and I talk about the opportunities that both business leaders and professionals have to integrate sustainability into their specific positions, and create systems that make the world a better place. To learn more about the ‘Leading the Sustainability Transformation’ Professional Certificate Program, check out the or register for the on October 12th. You can find Laura here: LinkedIn: Twitter: @LauraAsialaCSR And here are the resources Laura mentioned in this episode: Capitalism at the Crossroads by Stuart L. Hart, Ph.D.: Global Handbook of Impact Investing edited by Elsa De Morais Sarmento and R. Paul Herman (HIP Investor): Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World by Katharine Hayhoe, Ph.D.:
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Reusing Materials with Aaron Blanchard (Episode 46)
09/15/2022
Reusing Materials with Aaron Blanchard (Episode 46)
Today, I am happy to welcome Aaron Blanchard to the podcast. Aaron has been the Director of Operations at Earthwise Architectural Salvage for over 8 years. Earthwise Architectural Salvage removes materials from homes and buildings that are scheduled for demolition or remodeling so that they may be reused and reinstalled into other spaces. The company is often the last stop before the landfill, where quality materials would otherwise be discarded. After earning his degree in environmental science, Aaron worked as a Community Economic Development Volunteer at the Peace Corps in Uganda, where he helped secure funding to create a zip-line ecotourism attraction that was unique to the region. At Earthwise, Aaron's hands-on approach is pivotal to the organization. Along with day-to-day operations, he works on high-level concepts to bring Earthwise into the future, as the company gives a new life to items from the past. During this episode, Aaron and I talk about what the architectural salvage process looks like and the role it plays in protecting the environment. Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Ensuring Sustainability with Clarence Jackson of Cox Enterprises (Episode 45)
09/01/2022
Ensuring Sustainability with Clarence Jackson of Cox Enterprises (Episode 45)
On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Clarence Jackson. Clarence is the Senior Director of Sustainable Supply Chain and Business Operations with Cox Enterprises, a leader in the communications and automotive industries. He is responsible for the development and implementation of innovative strategies for Cox Enterprises' sustainability program, Cox Conserves. Clarence and his team drive change across Cox’s businesses, suppliers and industry partners to ensure sustainability targets and objectives are met and in alignment with ESG programs and priorities. Prior to his current role, Clarence served as the senior director of operations for the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. He led the way for the AJC to be the first newspaper in the country to be certified as Zero Waste to Landfill, by the US Zero Waste Business Council. Clarence began his career in the US military. He is active in numerous philanthropic organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and is a mentor at Chamblee Charter High School. Clarence graduated from Penn State World Campus with a degree in organizational development and lives in the Atlanta area with his wife, Heather, and daughter Charley. They enjoy volunteering and spending time outdoors. In this episode, I spoke with Clarence about becoming carbon-neutral and the challenges associated with it, especially in terms of Scope 3 emissions. Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Taking Care of Our Planet and Biodiversity with Sophie Stephens (Episode 44)
08/18/2022
Taking Care of Our Planet and Biodiversity with Sophie Stephens (Episode 44)
In this episode of Scaling Sustainability, I’m pleased to welcome Sophie Stephens to the podcast. Sophie is the Head of Environment and Sustainability at Ground Control, a carbon-neutral external maintenance provider. Sophie is in charge of leading the company’s environmental and sustainability strategies, with a focus on carbon net-zero, biodiversity enhancement, responsible materials, and social value. In addition, she is working with Ground Control to rewild 296 acres of land at their Wildfell Centre for Environmental Recovery. Prior to her current role, Sophie spent 13 years at Balfour Beatty, where she led strategic programs focused on both environmental and social sustainability for the company’s UK operations. Sophie is passionate about educating people on the importance of biodiversity and leaving the planet a better place than she found it. In this episode, I spoke with Sophie about how corporate operations intersect with sustainability, and the importance of taking a holistic approach to environmental responsibility. Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Responsibly Recycling Electronics with John Shegerian of ERI (Episode 43)
08/04/2022
Responsibly Recycling Electronics with John Shegerian of ERI (Episode 43)
Today, I am happy to welcome John Shegerian to the podcast. John is the co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of ERI, the largest cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction and electronic waste recycling company in the United States. John is a serial entrepreneur who focuses on solving global problems by building socially responsible companies. He is also the co-founder of RecycleNation, a dynamic recycling and green living resource that simplifies the recycling process on a national level with a comprehensive, interactive recycling location database. During this episode, John and I talk about the importance of responsibly recycling electronics and the cybersecurity threats associated with the hacking of discarded electronics. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Sustainability in Mining & Metal, with Alp Bora of Greenlight Partners (Episode 42)
07/21/2022
Sustainability in Mining & Metal, with Alp Bora of Greenlight Partners (Episode 42)
On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Alp Bora, the co-founder of Greenlight Partners. Greenlight Partners aims to work with early-stage startups to build the green technology solutions of tomorrow. Alp is a mining and metals expert who is passionate about making the industry a more sustainable one. He spent more than ten years as an operations and maintenance professional across multiple commodities on three continents. He is now focused on supporting the development and use of renewable energy on the road to decarbonization. In this episode, I spoke with Alp about the future of sustainable mining and the challenges associated with it. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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IMPACT Investing, an interview with Will Peterffy of Interactive Brokers (Episode 41)
07/05/2022
IMPACT Investing, an interview with Will Peterffy of Interactive Brokers (Episode 41)
In this episode, we speak with Will Peterffy, the ESG Director at Interactive Brokers. He recently led the development and launch of IMPACT, a mobile trading platform that streamlines the sustainable investing process and allows users to invest according to their values. As a lifelong environmental advocate, he made it his mission to help humanity right its relationship with the earth. As such, Will has built an organization called “One Small Planet” whose mission statement is to harmonize the wealth of people and the planet through the deployment of vital capital. He also serves on the board of directors for Bioneers, a nonprofit organization that serves as a hub for social and scientific innovators with solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges. Today, I spoke with Will about the future of conscious investing and how it can help the planet. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Sustainable Denim, an interview with Adam Taubenfligel of Triarchy (Episode 40)
06/23/2022
Sustainable Denim, an interview with Adam Taubenfligel of Triarchy (Episode 40)
Today, we are pleased to welcome Adam Taubenfligel to the podcast. Adam is the Creative Director and Sustainability Lead at Triarchy, a fully sustainable fashion company dedicated to shining a light on the wasteful practices of the denim industry. He is responsible for the design and manufacturing of Triarchy’s low water, consciously produced denim brand. Adam is consistently innovating fabric technology, traceability, and reusability that minimize waste and maintain authenticity at every possible juncture. During this episode, Adam and I talk about the future of sustainable denim production, the greenwashing surrounding organic cotton, and more. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Sustainability in eCommerce, an interview with Lizzie Horvitz of Finch (Episode 39)
06/09/2022
Sustainability in eCommerce, an interview with Lizzie Horvitz of Finch (Episode 39)
On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Lizzie Horvitz, the founder and CEO of Finch Insights. Finch aims to decode sustainability and empower consumers to make better purchasing decisions. Lizzie started Finch to educate people on the ins and outs of sustainability by turning complex scientific facts into simple, actionable insights. She has been passionate about sustainability since the age of 16, when she lived off the grid. It was there that, dependent only on wind energy and rainwater, she saw the solution to climate change before fully understanding the problem. I spoke with Lizzie about the biggest obstacles in terms of greenwashing, and the future of sustainability and commerce. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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The Future of Meat with Paul Shapiro - CEO of The Better Meat Co and Author of Clean Meat (Episode 38)
05/26/2022
The Future of Meat with Paul Shapiro - CEO of The Better Meat Co and Author of Clean Meat (Episode 38)
On today's podcast, I'm excited to be speaking with Paul Shapiro. Paul is the CEO of The Better Meat Co., a company that harnesses the power of fermentation to create mycoprotein ingredients and empowers people to make meat that's better for the planet, animals, and public health. In this episode, we discuss how to satiate our population's increasing demand for meat without harming the planet and what the future of meat production might look like in the next ten years. Paul is an authority figure on food and agricultural sustainability. He is the author of the national bestseller Clean Meat: How Growing Meat Without Animals Will Revolutionize Dinner and the World. He lives in Sacramento, California with his wife Toni Okamoto Shapiro, author and founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, and their very friendly pitbull, Eddie. Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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30 Million Plantable Pencils and Counting with Michael Stausholm of Sprout World (Episode 37)
05/05/2022
30 Million Plantable Pencils and Counting with Michael Stausholm of Sprout World (Episode 37)
Today on the podcast, Michael Stausholm joins us. Michael is the founder and CEO of Sprout World, the company behind the world’s only plantable pencil, with over 30 million pencils sold in over 80 countries. Michael has also advised the likes of Nike and Walmart on how to implement more sustainable production practices, and in addition to running Sprout World, he mentors green start-ups as a board member of Greencubator. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Cooling the Planet with Norman Crowley of CoolPlanet and AVA (Episode 36)
03/31/2022
Cooling the Planet with Norman Crowley of CoolPlanet and AVA (Episode 36)
E36 - Cooling the Planet with Norman Crowley of CoolPlanet and AVA We are pleased to have Norman Crowley join us today. Norman is a serial entrepreneur, who founded and sold three businesses for over three-quarters of a billion dollars before the age of forty. He has started more than 8 different businesses, including a welding business and a gaming firm. He is currently the founder of CoolPlanet, the decarbonization platform of choice for global brands. The company combines in-house developed software, advanced engineering, and world-leading expertise to help firms achieve net-zero. He is also the founder of AVA, a company that transforms some of the world’s most desirable classic cars to electric. This is one of my favorite conversations to date, I’m very excited to share it with you. Here is our interview. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here:
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Shaping The Future of Renewable Energy Development with John Belizaire of Soluna Computing (Episode 35)
03/10/2022
Shaping The Future of Renewable Energy Development with John Belizaire of Soluna Computing (Episode 35)
John’s parents escaped Haitian dictatorship and potential death before reuniting and coming to the United States. Since the age of 14 selling floppy discs in high school, John has had an entrepreneurial spirit and interest in technology. He was a recipient of the Intel Scholarship Program and he went on to receive a computer science and engineering degree from Cornell University. When he was 28 years old, he sold his first start-up company for $150 million. He has gone on to become a versatile CEO and serial entrepreneur who has successfully founded and scaled several multi-million dollar technology and fintech companies. He is currently the CEO of Soluna, a computing company helping to shape the future of renewable energy development. His expertise as both a highly effective business leader and technology strategist has enabled his new venture and operational success steering complex initiatives from concept to funding to launch to growth. I speak with John about cryptocurrency mining, stranded renewable energy, the future of the grid, and their very clever solution to utilize batchable computing to accelerate the renewable energy transition. Here is our interview. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: Personal Blog: Social Media: LinkedIn: Twitter: @solunaholdings Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Micromobility, Decarbonization at Scale with Andrew Savage, VP Head of Sustainability at Lime (Episode 34)
02/22/2022
Micromobility, Decarbonization at Scale with Andrew Savage, VP Head of Sustainability at Lime (Episode 34)
Today we are pleased to have join us, Andrew Savage, a founding member of Lime and currently serving as their VP of Sustainability. Lime is now the world’s largest shared micromobility company operating in over 200 markets worldwide and having raised over $1B in capital and have announced plans for an IPO this year. Andrew is an experienced leader at the intersection of business, government, and sustainability. A founding member at Lime, he led new market development, government relations, and policy strategy, helping the company expand globally. He now leads Lime’s sustainability strategy. Prior to Lime, Andrew served on the executive team of an Inc. 500 solar company and served on the Board of Directors to the U.S. solar industry’s national trade association. Prior he worked in the U.S. Congress and on President Barack Obama's presidential campaign. He is a graduate of Middlebury College, mentor at Harvard’s iLab, and advises several sustainability start-ups. Andrew and I talk about the future of micro-mobility, decarbonization, policy, and more. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Making The Biggest Impact with Stuart Landesberg of Grove Collaborative (Episode 33)
02/03/2022
Making The Biggest Impact with Stuart Landesberg of Grove Collaborative (Episode 33)
Today on the podcast we are pleased to have join us, Stuart Landesberg of Grove Collaborative. Stu is the co-founder and CEO of Grove, a leading sustainable consumer products company transforming its industry into a force for human and environmental good. Stu has long been passionate about sustainability and began building Grove in 2012 when he became frustrated that he had to choose between his values and products for his home. He wanted to create a platform that would allow families easy access to healthy, sustainable products. Grove serves millions of households in the U.S. every year and in 2021 alone, Grove’s product innovations are expected to save over 2.3 million pounds of plastic. Last year Grove launched nationwide into Target stores and just announced they are going public via Richard Branson’s Virgin Group’s SPAC. Stu and his wife, Caitlin, live in San Francisco with their two children and dog and spend as much time outside as possible. Stu and Seth had a great conversation about a wide range of topics including choosing to make a difference in this world over just making money, the ongoing toxic plastic crisis, and more. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Decarbonizing the Supply Chain with Kent Mahoney of Proxima (Episode 32)
12/30/2021
Decarbonizing the Supply Chain with Kent Mahoney of Proxima (Episode 32)
Today on the podcast - I’m joined by Kent Mahoney, the North American Executive Vice President at Proxima, a supply chain and procurement consulting firm. We discuss how sustainability is central to procurement, the current challenges for businesses today to meet their targets and pledges, decarbonization, and the top things businesses should be looking at right now. At Proxima, Kent is responsible for leading the North American business, ensuring its services align closely with clients’ most critical needs. Kent has driven client procurement transformation on behalf of several major providers in the procurement services space. The most rewarding part of his day is spending time with client CPOs and CFOs, advising them on how to turn Procurement into a cost-optimizing competitive edge. When Kent’s not working with clients, he spends most of his time with his family – a wife and four young boys – and enjoys cooking, traveling, and fitness. Show Notes:Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Vertical Farming & Redefining “Locally Grown” With Eddy Badrina of Eden Green (Episode 31)
12/16/2021
Vertical Farming & Redefining “Locally Grown” With Eddy Badrina of Eden Green (Episode 31)
Today on the podcast we are pleased to have join us, Eddy Badrina of the vertical gardening company, Eden Green. Eddie and I discuss the challenges in food production, redefining “locally grown”, and leadership directed at making an impact among other things. Over the past 20 years, his career has encompassed entrepreneurial, corporate, and government roles. In 2019, Eddy took over as CEO of Eden Green, which, through its vertical farming technology stack, is changing the way we farm our produce, and feed our communities. Prior to Eden Green, Eddy co-founded and led BuzzShift, a digital growth agency for mid-sized brands and organizations. Eddy's leadership, strategic planning, marketing, and management experience have also been honed through roles at the US Department of State, the White House, and two other technology startups. Eddy, a graduate of Texas A&M University, and the Bush School of Government and Public Service, volunteers his time at Watermark Church; is on the board of directors of Seed Effect, an economic development non-profit; Igniter Media, a media production company; and is a past board member of the Great Investors' Best Ideas Foundation Investment Symposium. Show Notes:Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Sustainability in Brand Messaging with Jonathan Hanson of Unconquered (Episode 30)
12/02/2021
Sustainability in Brand Messaging with Jonathan Hanson of Unconquered (Episode 30)
Today on the podcast we’re joined by Jonathan Hanson, the co-founder of the purpose-led strategic creative & production agency Unconquered. They work with some of the top brands in the U.S. including New Balance, Crocs, Lululemon, and more. We discuss supporting brands in their sustainable journey, greenwashing, the power of Gen Z, the ‘attention economy, and more. Jonathan lives in NYC, has a serious love affair with pizza and finds it difficult to write in the third person despite having dual degrees in Creative Writing and Journalism from Drake (college, not the rapper). Jonathan leads the creative team after spending 10 years as a commercial photographer, director, and creative director. He is most happy when spending time with loved ones and making things. Jonathan is the host and co-producer of Unconquered’s podcast, Conquer the Noise, which features founders & leaders from brands including OXO, Avocado Mattress, Getty, Stasher and Boxed Water. He is a member of The Humanity Lab, a contributor to the Forbes Agency Council and leads Unconquered’s relationship with 1% for the Planet. Show Notes:Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Mapping the Supply Chain with Dr. Leonardo Bonanni, Founder and CEO of Sourcemap (Episode 29)
11/18/2021
Mapping the Supply Chain with Dr. Leonardo Bonanni, Founder and CEO of Sourcemap (Episode 29)
In this episode we speak Dr. Leonardo Bonanni about supply chain transparency, the growing need to better understand it, how companies are starting to embrace it, and the reality of where we’re at right now. Dr. Leonardo Bonanni is the founder and CEO of Sourcemap. Sourcemap is the first technology company dedicated to supply chain transparency. Their platform is used by businesses and governments to track the supply chains of more than 50 raw materials and manage programs aimed at eradicating forced labor, deforestation and extreme poverty, among other issues. Dr. Leonardo Bonanni has testified before the US Senate’s Finance Committee on forced labor enforcement; he hold a PhD from the MIT Media Lab; he has been named among America’s Most Promising Social Entrepreneurs by Bloomberg Businessweek and the 100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics by Ethisphere. Show Notes:Be sure to visit: Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Starting with the Next Generation with Leesa Carter, CEO of the Captain Planet Foundation (Episode 28)
11/04/2021
Starting with the Next Generation with Leesa Carter, CEO of the Captain Planet Foundation (Episode 28)
In this episode, we talk with Leesa about the Captain Planet Foundation, including its work, initiatives, mission, and the future of the youth in scaling sustainability. Leesa Carter is the president and CEO of the Captain Planet foundation which she has led since 2012. Under her leadership, the organization has successfully launched the Project Learning Garden, Project Hero, co-founded the Ocean Heroes program to help activate youth, run effective campaigns against the plastic pollution and climate crises, and much more. She has over 25 years of executive-level experience in sustainability-focused organizations. Prior to joining CPF, Leesa served as Executive Director for the U.S. Green Building Council – Georgia Chapter as a leading advocate and educator for sustainable communities, green jobs and green building. Leesa is a recognized and respected speaker in the fields of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and youth education programs. Leesa, thank you so much for joining us today! Show Notes:Be sure to visit the website. Donate to the foundation in several ways: . Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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Jason Delambre, Utility Manager & Energy Consultant of Interdependent Energies (Episode 27)
10/21/2021
Jason Delambre, Utility Manager & Energy Consultant of Interdependent Energies (Episode 27)
Jason Delambre is a Certified Energy Manager based in the Midwest who works with clients to maximize profitability through effective utilization of natural resources and the development of ground-breaking efficiency and energy generation solutions. Throughout his career, Jason has developed an extensive knowledge of architecture, construction, urban planning, energy, sustainability, and greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies. During his professional work, spanning more than 350 projects, Jason has developed a unique vision of the greenhouse gas reduction strategies and energy efficiency synergies possible through innovative business, infrastructural, financial, policy, and community organizing strategies. Show Notes: Be sure to visit: . Social Media: Visit Coolperx® home page: Reach out to Coolperx®: Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: Check out Coolperx® blog: Plus, don’t forget to follow or sign up for my newsletter here: Support Coolperx®’s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on . Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at © 2021 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.
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