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Electrifying Fleets: Challenges, Opportunities, and Why Transformation MUST Happen | RFF #podcast

Beia Spiller is an industry expert in the transportation space and the Director of Transportation for Resources for the Future.
We discuss the transition from diesel to electric for heavy-duty and medium vehicles. We delve into the importance of communication between companies purchasing electric fleets and electric companies, as well as the manufacturing of electric vehicle batteries with rare earth metals like lithium.
We examine the challenges and issues surrounding lithium extraction, including the impact on human rights in the countries where it is mined.
Join us as we explore the exciting developments and hopeful future of electric vehicles in the transportation industry.
Don't miss out on this informative and thought-provoking conversation.
Chapters
0:00 - Electrifying Fleets
1:16 - Resources for the Future Intro
2:27 - Leveraging electricity tariffs
4:49 - Impacts of a fleet on the grid
8:32 - Electric Transition issues
12:29 - NEVI Fund
16:27 - Early adoption will look very different
18:19 - Other options besides Battery EV?
24:50 - Benefits of EV
26:37 - Goals for next 6 months
29:54 - Technological innovation
33:12 - Transition is worth it
34:11 - Reach out to Beia: Website or LinkedIn
 
 
Check out Resources for the Future’s website:
https://www.rff.org/
Find Beia Spiller on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beia-spiller-0b45452b/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/0kdIBlNlmC4
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/200-ev-jobs-in-new-york-microtransit-electric-vehicle-oem-green-island-ev-interview/
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Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

Inspiring Appreciation for the World Through Sustainable Travel Accessories | WanderlustStuff #podcast

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sustainable travel with Leesa Beeson, the founder of WanderlustStuff. Leesa's passion for sustainable travel has led her to create a marketplace that connects conscious travelers with sustainable products and services.
We discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and self-care, and how Leesa navigates the demands of running a business while also taking care of herself.
Leesa shares her insights on the importance of building a community of conscious shoppers and travelers, and the positive impact that sustainable practices can have on the retail industry.
We also get a glimpse into Leesa's favorite travel destinations and how she hopes to inspire appreciation for the world through her brand.
Join us for a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation with an ecopreneur who is paving the way for sustainable travel.
Chapters
0:00 - Appreciation for the World
1:24 - WanderlustStuff Into
1:54 - How Leesa got started
3:15 - Examples of some awesome products
5:14 - Showcasing stories on the website
6:34 - The process
7:36 - Big plans
8:59 - Rome wasn’t built in a day
10:43 - it’s about the story
11:13 - Building Awareness
12:44 - Conscious shopping movement
14:02 - Can anything make this movement faster?
15:47 - Consumer expectation
16:27 - Growing a community
18:43 - Goals for the next 6 months
19:39 - What Leesa is learning: Balance
22:07 - Favorite travel destination
23:24 - How to get in touch with Leesa: see links below
 
Check out WanderlustStuff’s website:
https://www.wanderluststuff.com/
Follow Wanderluststuff on Socials -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wanderluststuff
https://www.tiktok.com/@wanderluststuff.com?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
https://www.pinterest.com/wanderluststuff
https://www.instagram.com/wanderlust_stuff/
https://twitter.com/@wanderluststuf1
https://www.facebook.com/WanderlustStuff
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode with Planet Cents:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/_yGQGKqkJ8k
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/the-go-to-marketplace-for-sustainable-products-and-services-planet-cents-interview/
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https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

Discover Your Carbon Footprint - In a Fun, Easy Way | Clever Carbon Interview

Let’s cut out all the confusion around carbon footprints, and let’s make a carbon literate society. Especially for our world leaders.
And if you want to comprehend carbon in a way that is fun and easy to understand, then definitely go check out https://clevercarbon.io/quiz/
It is so simple on there.
But what Michelle mentions during this interview, and what is even more important is what you do after you find out what your Carbon Footprint is.
Your goal is to reduce it, but how?
During this interview Michelle provides a heuristic for you to use as you are going about your day making decisions, and how to choose something that has less of a carbon footprint. You have to think about the life cycle of the product.
And if you don’t know, some really progressive companies are starting to place Carbon labels on their products to show how much of a carbon footprint it has.
Which is really exciting for expanding the number of people who are carbon literate worldwide.
Chapters
0:00 - Fun, Easy way to discover your carbon footprint
1:29 - Clever Carbon Intro
2:19 - How carbon footprint is defined
4:44 - Gray areas
5:44 - Increasing carbon literacy
6:33 - Carbon literacy journey
8:04 - 80/20 rule
11:36 - Global Carbon Atlas
12:27 - Quiz questions
14:01 - response to the quiz so far
14:56 - International response
15:28 - Carbon footprint workshops for organizations
17:20 - Response to the workshop
18:05 - How to determine what has a higher carbon footprint
18:20 - Wired vs Wireless headphones (which has a higher carbon footprint?)
19:35 - Clever Carbon goals
22:38 - Water and Waste footprints
24:23 - What Michelle is currently learning
26:15 - How close we are to meeting our NetZero goals
27:05 - We need to ask hard questions
28:57 - Tip for ecopreneurs
30:25 - How to get in touch with Michelle
 
 
Check out Clever Carbon’s website:
https://clevercarbon.io/quiz/
Find Michelle Li on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelimba/
Check out this interview with CarbonBook that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/DMgAa9EetDc
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/indoor-farmers-this-is-how-you-calculate-your-carbon-footprint-carbonbook-interview/?token=42014880870c5ed84dea08812def568b
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Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

Find the RIGHT Path to Funding Your DREAM Green Business | My Business Credit Interview

There are so many different opinions on the right way to fund your business. But in the end you need to consider your business and what works best for you. So to give you some sound advice on business financing, I have Bob Hunter CEO at My Business Credit as my guest on the GreenBusinessImpact podcast.
And you will absolutely love the perspective he provides on business financing and what you must consider before applying for a business loan.
So no matter which way you are leaning for receiving funding for your business, make sure you stay tuned for this entire episode with Bob Hunter.
Chapters
0:00 - RIGHT Path to Funding Your DREAM Green Business
1:23 - My Business Credit Intro
2:45 - Pre-qualification
3:17 - Common things entrepreneurs get denied for
6:03 - Length of the process
7:35 - Business Credit Building Course
8:31 - Bob’s story
10:24 - Glory of Entrepreneurship…
11:09 - Comparison to other funding options
14:36 - Bootstrap funding
15:17 - Money is expensive
17:56 - Pros and cons
19:57 - The biggest struggle
22:36 - Getting the information you need
23:57 - Business Financing industry prospective
25:22 - Chat GPT
26:55 - Gold rush for AI
28:54 - Goals for next 6 months
30:02 - What Bob is currently learning
31:08 - Atomic Habits by James Clear
32:38 - Psychology of Selling by Brian Tracy
32:53 - Tip for Ecopreneurs
35:24 - Best way to reach Bob: mybusinesscredit.com
 
 
Check out My Business Credit’s website:
https://mybusinesscredit.com/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode with Fundr:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/WmvN3X_RLf4
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/raising-capital-for-green-businesses-which-option-is-best-for-you-fundr-interview/?token=76db18a9ec4beba2ec61f0e59d569c0b
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Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

Sustainable Hardwood Substitute that is 20% Stronger than Hickory | HempWood Interview

Find HempWood here → https://hempwood.com/
HempWood is your perfect sustainable hardwood substitute. Anything that you would normally use hardwoods for, you can use HempWood for. And HempWood is 20% stronger to boot!
Combat deforestation, stop using petroleum, there are so many wins for using HempWood and why it is such a better option for building our world.
Make sure you check out this entire interview to hear exactly how Greg Wilson, CEO of Fibonacci, has created HempWood. The sustainable substitute for hardwoods.
Chapters
0:00 - Sustainable Hardwood Substitute
1:59 - HempWood Intro
4:17 - Manufacturing process
8:43 - Inspiration from bamboo flooring
9:54 - Transition back to the US
11:29 - Using resources in backyard
15:23 - Best applications for HempWood
20:35 - Relationships with Universities
22:06 - Order a sample pack: hempwood.com
23:19 - Goals for next 6 months
25:27 - What Greg is currently learning
26:32 - Price parody
27:45 - Best way to get in touch: hempwood.com
 
 
Check out HempWood’s website:
https://hempwood.com/
Find Greg Wilson on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-wilson-994aa29/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEl78XI90KI
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/the-softest-most-sustainable-sheets-on-the-market-eucalyptus-lyocell-fabric-sheets-giggles-interview/?token=d1768782e3e416d9945fd64301c25bdf
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Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

AI-powered Action Plans to Achieve Sustainability Goals for Companies | The Green Link #podcast

Ready to turn those sustainable goals into a plan of action for your company? Then check out the Green Link.
Bernard Lebelle and his team have an AI-powered solution to help you find the right solution that you can implement to meet your ESG and sustainability goals.
Chapters
0:00 - Action Plans to Achieve Sustainability Goals
1:50 - The Green Link Intro
2:55 - AI Solution
4:52 - KPIs and metrics
6:36 - More than just CO2
8:05 - Example from the Rubbish Project Interview
9:19 - Considering the problems holistically
11:04 - Who is the best fit within an organization
12:54 - Any user can submit to the platform
14:22 - Client example
17:15 - Bernard’s motivation for starting the Green Link
21:26 - 4 criteria to work with The Green Link
23:52 - 65% of companies don’t know where to start
28:08 - Speed of the government to meet goals
29:41 - Time of restructuring
35:04 - Young generation
35:39 - What Bernard is currently learning
38:54 - Solar panel price exponential curve
40:41 - Tips for ecopreneurs
42:21 - How to get in touch with Bernard
Check out The Green Link’s website:
https://www.thegreenlink.co/
Find Bernard Lebelle on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardlebelle/
Check out the interview that I mention during the show - The Rubbish Project with Connor Bryant:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/id9vqjoiYqI
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/plastic-is-not-the-issue-circular-economy-solutions-the-rubbish-project-interview/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode with Frogeex:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/5Uv8ggPDtis
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/pod_frogeex/?token=59058d39aed10433bddc00fd4771bc45
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Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

BEST Way to Keep Your Fruits & Veggies FRESH | VeggiDome Interview

Go purchase your Veggidome here → https://veggidome.com/ and don’t forget to use the coupon code BILLY10 for $10 off your order!
I love this product and the story behind it. Just a Dad trying to get his kids to eat more fruits and veggies and ended up creating a product that helped with reducing food waste!
Make sure you check out this entire episode to here Duncan’s story.
Chapters
0:00 - Reducing fruit and veggie food waste
1:27 - VeggiDome Intro
10:52 - Advertising veggies
11:49 - Cookie Jar of vegetables
13:47 - House rhythm
15:12 - VeggiDome Production
18:57 - Brief history on processed foods
21:50 - Receiving university professors’ input
24:41 - VeggiDome Coupon
25:48 - Plans for 2023
28:37 - What Duncan is learning
31:54 - Tip for Ecopreneurs
33:28 - Best way to get in touch with Duncan: veggidome.com
 
Check out VeggiDome’s website:
https://veggidome.com/
Find Duncan Burns on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-burns-veggidome/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

Green Things Summit: A Comprehensive Event Focusing on Sustainable Solutions

Register for the Green Things Summit today! → https://iotmktg.com/green-things-summit/
On this episode of GBI, we explore how IoT marketing has adapted during the pandemic, using webinars as a way to connect people in the technology ecosystem.
They have expanded their focus to cover 29 different industries, discussing challenges, technologies, and providing forward-looking thoughts.
We also dive into their Green Thing Summit, an all-day event dedicated to green-related webinars featuring a diverse range of speakers from various industries discussing green technology and sustainability.
Our guest speaker shares their expertise in green technology strategies and how we can make a truly sustainable impact. In addition, we delve into how companies can promote their green marketing accurately and offset their carbon footprint.
Lastly, we discover the various capabilities of IoT marketing, from hosting events to lead generation, and how they have positioned themselves as leaders in the industry.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Green Business Impact Podcast on your preferred podcast app to stay up to date with the latest interviews in the green industry.
Tiffani Neilson Bio:
Tiffani Neilson is an expert in IoT marketing with a specialty in high tech and a deep industry knowledge. She suggested pivoting from trade shows to webinars when she saw the pandemic approaching, and they expanded their focus from solely IoT to covering 29 different industries. They've had phenomenal speakers and have done green-related webinars, which inspired them to turn it into an all-day summit called the Green Things Summit. Tiffani is passionate about helping people connect with connected solutions and technologies during these difficult times.
Chapters
[00:00:00] - Green Things Summit
[00:01:21] "IoT Marketing Goes Virtual with Green Summit"
[00:02:52] "Incredible Lineup: Experts Discuss Smart Infrastructure, Green Tech, and More"
[00:07:11] "Extended webinar format provides in-depth discussions"
[00:07:52] "Green initiatives and space technology unite"
[00:09:48] "Maximizing Learning with Personalized Content and Networking"
[00:11:16] "IoT Marketing offers end-to-end marketing services"
[00:13:30] "Explore Energy Tech and Sustainability Innovations Today!"
[00:15:07] "Green Tech and IoT: Is it Sustainable?"
[00:17:05] "Greenwashing vs. Green Technologies: What's the Difference?"
[00:21:12] "Green Tech Keynote: Surprising Energy-Saving Tips"
Check out IOT Marketing’s website:
https://iotmktg.com/
Find Tiffani Neilson on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanineilson/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org