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Update frequency:
weekly
Average audio length:
47 minutes
Video podcast
English
United States
68 episodes
since Aug. 28, 2024
episodic

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Solar energy is often held up as the clean energy solution. But how much do we actually know about how solar panels are made, what battery storage requires, and the trade-offs that come with it? In this episode of Sustainability Unplugged, we finally give solar the deeper dive it deserves. We break…

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In honor of the International Day of Women & Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting one of the most recognizable young climate activists of our time: Greta Thunberg. From her first “School Strike for Climate” sign in 2018 to launching the global Fridays for Future movement, Greta has transformed …
Plastic pollution is everywhere—and it’s way worse than most of us realize. In this episode of Sustainability Unplugged, we zoom out from individual plastic swaps to explore what the world is doing to tackle plastic pollution at scale. From global plastic bag bans and deposit return schemes to the …
What did everyday life look like before plastic became part of everything we touch? In this episode of Sustainability Unplugged, we rewind the clock to explore life before plastic — from grocery shopping and food storage to household goods, clothing, and personal care. We break down how plastic was…
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of justice, service, and collective responsibility—and what it means for the climate crisis today. While Dr. King is best known for his leadership in the civil rights movement, his words and actions reveal a deep understanding of interc…
We kick off 2026 with eco updates—from a low-plastic electric toothbrush to a puzzle rental service that’s redefining reuse—before diving into a much bigger conversation. This episode unpacks Bill Gates’ 2025 open letter “Three Tough Truths About Climate Change,” exploring why it sparked such stron…
New Year’s Eve felt like the perfect time to talk about goals, growth, and—yes—eco-friendly alcohol!Listen along as we ditch traditional resolutions and reflect on realistic sustainability goals, personal growth seasons, and why “just surviving” can sometimes be enough. Then we raise a glass to gre…
Are the things in your home secretly draining electricity while you sleep—or is “unplug everything” just another energy myth? In this episode of, we break out an energy watt meter and put common and unexpected household items to the test. From coffee makers and air purifiers to nightlights, fridges…
Talking about climate change doesn’t have to feel awkward, overwhelming, or argumentative. In this episode of Sustainability Unplugged, we break down how to have more effective, values-driven conversations about climate change—especially with people who don’t already agree with you. Inspired by the…
 In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of Alter Eco Foods — the climate-committed chocolate company leading the charge on dynamic agroforestry, fair-trade supply chains, and plastic-free packaging. We dig into how Alter Eco is reinventing the chocolate industry through farmer-first partnerships…
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