Go Green Radio

Climate change is amplifying existing inequities that disproportionately affect students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, and students with disabilities. What's more, these students — many of whom lack consistent access to clean air and water and safe housing — are at greater risk of exposure to pollution that can worsen asthma and other health issues. They're increasingly and under...

Schools in many parts of the U.S. are ill-equipped to deal with record-breaking heat during the school year, and that is adversely impacting student health and learning. Tune in as we speak with Autumn Burton, Senior Associate of Climate, Health, and Environment at the Federation of American Scientists, and Hailey Gibbs, Ph. D., associate director of Early Childhood Policy at the Center for Americ...

From the acclaimed environmentalist, Bill McKibben, Here Comes the Sun tells the story of the sudden spike in power from the sun and wind—and the desperate fight of the fossil fuel industry and their politicians to hold this new power at bay. From the everyday citizens who installed solar panels equal to a third of Pakistan's electric grid in a year to the world's sixth-largest economy—California—...

For over three decades, James Twyman has been a global force for peace, leading millions of people in synchronized peace meditations across the world. As a New York Times bestselling author, he has written 24 books, including The Moses Code, and recorded 22 music albums, selling over 350,000 copies. Beyond his work as an author and musician, James is a filmmaker, having directed or produced seven...

A spectacular blend of graphic memoir and climate activism, Holler uses contemporary and visceral storytelling to highlight the lives of six frontline resisters to the Mountain Valley Pipeline in Appalachia. Author Elizabeth Rush writes "Few books illustrate what collective resistance looks like––the pain that sparks it, and the love that fuels it––Holler is a thoughtful addition to this growing,...

Since 2002 the Go Green Initiative (GGI) has worked with school districts to help protect children's health from environmental pollutants and conserve natural resources for future generations. Tune in to learn more about how the GGI accomplishes its mission, and what you can do to get involved!

  The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to becoming the most sustainable and environmentally-friendly large urban school district in the country. They have identified six sustainability focus areas: Energy conservation, water stewardship, education & awareness, high performance schools, campus ecology, and emerging technologies. The District is focused on three overarching sustainab...

In January 2025, the LA Wildfires were among the worst climate disasters of our time. The US Green Building Council-California, with support from Arup, has assembled the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide as a resource for homeowners looking to make critical decisions on their rebuilding journey, and for professionals who will be needed to support these rebuilding efforts. Tune in as we talk wit...

In 2024, Congress made a historic investment in improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in schools. The Go Green Initiative (GGI) was one of five organizations nationwide that received funding to help K-12 school districts across the U.S. address this vital issue. On today's episode, Jill Buck, founder and CEO of the Go Green Initiative and host of Go Green Radio, will discuss GGI's plans to dramatical...

Today we will discuss responsible business and investing with David Levine, Cofounder & President, American Sustainable Business Network; Alex Wright-Gladstein, Founder and CEO, Sphere; Amberjae Freeman,  Board Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Etho Capital; and Josh Zinner, CEO, Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility.

Our guest today is Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools, U.S. Green Building Council. The Center for Green Schools (CGS) launched in 2007 and is committed to a vision of green schools for every child. We will discuss what defines a green school and the many resources CGS has to aid schools on their journey to create healthy, sustainable learning spaces across the U.S.

In January 2025, the LA Wildfires were among the worst climate disasters of our time. The US Green Building Council-California, with support from Arup, has assembled the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide as a resource for homeowners looking to make critical decisions on their rebuilding journey, and for professionals who will be needed to support these rebuilding efforts. Tune in as we talk wit...

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to becoming the most sustainable and environmentally-friendly large urban school district in the country. They have identified six sustainability focus areas: Energy conservation, water stewardship, education & awareness, high performance schools, campus ecology, and emerging technologies. The District is focused on three overarching sustainabil...

In 2024, Congress made a historic investment in improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in schools. The Go Green Initiative (GGI) was one of five organizations nationwide that received funding to help K-12 school districts across the U.S. address this vital issue. On today's episode, Jill Buck, founder and CEO of the Go Green Initiative and host of Go Green Radio, will discuss GGI's plans to dramatical...

A coalition of businesses and organizations representing a broad swath of the economy, including the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA), Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association (ISSA), Change Chemistry, the American Cleaning Institute, the Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility (ICCR), and the Alternative Fuels & Chemicals C...

Join us today as we speak with Meishka L. Mitchell, President & CEO of Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC), a national nonprofit network of organizations working together to advance a sustainable environment while creating sustainable, just and inclusive economies with opportunities for all. We will discuss ECC's incredible work nationwide, and the valuable tools and resources they make available t...

Join us as we talk with Tom Fox, Senior Legislative Counsel for the Center for Environmental Health (CEH). We will discuss CEH programs, policies and the work they are doing to protect our health from environmental toxins in everyday products, food and water.

A coalition of businesses and organizations representing a broad swath of the economy, including the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA), Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association (ISSA), Change Chemistry, the American Cleaning Institute, the Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility (ICCR), and the Alternative Fuels & Chemicals C...

Animal Recovery Mission (ARM) has unveiled a disturbing new undercover investigation exposing extreme animal cruelty and environmental violations at Arizona dairy suppliers. ARM has evidence of  systemic abuse , including violent beatings of cows and calves, inhumane treatment, and hazardous waste disposal.  Tune in as we talk with the founder of ARM, Richard "Kudo" Couto. 

Animal Recovery Mission (ARM) has unveiled a disturbing new undercover investigation exposing extreme animal cruelty and environmental violations at Arizona dairy suppliers. ARM has evidence of systemic abuse , including violent beatings of cows and calves, inhumane treatment, and hazardous waste disposal.  Tune in as we talk with the founder of ARM, Richard "Kudo" Couto. 

Today we will discuss responsible business and investing with David Levine, Cofounder & President, American Sustainable Business Network; Alex Wright-Gladstein, Founder and CEO, Sphere; Amberjae Freeman,  Board Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Etho Capital; and Josh Zinner, CEO, Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility.

Join us as we talk with Tom Fox, Senior Legislative Counsel for the Center for Environmental Health (CEH). We will discuss CEH programs, policies and the work they are doing to protect our health from environmental toxins in everyday products, food and water.

Join us today as we speak with Meishka L. Mitchell, President & CEO of Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC), a national nonprofit network of organizations working together to advance a sustainable environment while creating sustainable, just and inclusive economies with opportunities for all. We will discuss ECC's incredible work nationwide, and the valuable tools and resources they make available t...

Our guest today is Claire Barnett, Founder and Executive Director of the Healthy Schools Network. HSN recently celebrated its thirtieth anniversary and is the nation's premier voice for children's environmental health at school. Tune in as we talk about the many ways the Healthy Schools Network is working on behalf of all students!

Our guest today is Claire Barnett, Founder and Executive Director of the Healthy Schools Network. HSN recently celebrated its thirtieth anniversary and is the nation's premier voice for children's environmental health at school. Tune in as we talk about the many ways the Healthy Schools Network is working on behalf of all students!