Saving Tomorrows Planet

How can the fashion industry become more sustainable? Jessica Schreiber, founder and CEO of Fab Scrap, gives us some innovative answers in this enlightening podcast episode. Jessica takes us on a journey into the world of sustainable fashion, examining the vast amount of waste produced during the design process of creating new collections. With a focus on improving sustainability, she explores pot...

Remember when I caught my first flight, the mix of anticipation and nerves? The travel bug bit hard, and it's an experience I'll never forget. Our guest today, Gilad Goran, brings a whole new perspective to how we see and participate in the world of travel. From his family's journey from Israel to Portugal, he shares unique insights on the complexities and transformations within the...

Ever wished for a sustainable and cost-effective solution for periods? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with the game-changers of the period product industry, Ruby and Dave, founders of WUKA . Our dialogue takes us across continents, from the cultural practices of Nepal to the bustling markets of the UK, as we learn about their journey in transforming period health. This conversatio...

Have you ever wondered how a wilted, shriveled tree could hold the solution to malnutrition and desertification? You're in for a revelation in this chat with Josef Garvi , founder of Sahara Sahel Foods . We uncover the surprising potential of indigenous, wild trees in the Sahel region. Despite their unassuming appearance, these trees can outproduce annual cereals by more than two-fold. Sahara...

Ever wondered how the exploration of the most remote parts of Earth could inspire efforts to sustain our planet? Tune in as we have an incredible conversation with the remarkable father and son duo, Barney and Robert Swan. Sharing tales of their travels to the North and South Poles, they unveil how they are now using their experiences to spearhead a project in the biodiverse region of Mossman, Que...

How much do you know about seaweed? Probably not enough! Prepare to have your mind blown by the incredible potential of this marine plant to combat climate change. Our guest, Howard Gunstock , CEO of Carbon Kapture , is here to educate us on the rapid CO2 absorption capacity of seaweed, which grows up to 30 times faster than trees and matures in a mere six to seven months. We explore CarbonKapture...

Ready to debunk some myths about carbon removal and scale up your knowledge to a gigaton level? Strap in for a transformative conversation with Ben Rubin , the visionary Executive Director of the Carbon Business Council .  With a mission as ambitious as the climate change challenge we face, Ben is here to guide us through the intricate world of carbon removal and management. He regales us with tal...

Imagine a world where our ocean's ecosystems thrive through sustainable fishing practices and coral reef rejuvenation. Marine conservationist Gayatri Reksodihardjo-Lilley , founder of LINI Foundation from Indonesia unveils her remarkable work in preserving Sulawesi's marine life and habitats. Explore the impact of the aquarium trade on local communities and delve into the fascinating wor...

Have you ever thought about how fragile birds can live after an oil spill? Join us for an enlightening conversation with JD Bergeron , the CEO of International Bird Rescue , where we find out the amazing story behind the organization's noble goal of saving oiled birds. Starting with the oil spill in California in 1971 and ending with the discovery that dish soap is a good way to clean feather...

I've always been captivated by the extraordinary wildlife of Borneo, and my recent conversation with Dr. Wong Siew Te , founder of the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Center (BSBCC) , only deepened my appreciation for this biodiverse wonderland. Wong's passion for sun bears, also known as honey bears, and his dedication to their preservation are truly inspiring. Join us as we explore his jo...

In this episode, we take you on a journey to West Borneo, Indonesia, to discover ASRI's revolutionizing rainforest conservation with its unique and holistic approach. Join us as we have an empowering conversation with Febri , the Executive Director of ASRI, and learn about their integrated approach to conservation that combines healthcare, education, and livelihoods to empower local communiti...

Looking to save the planet? Meet Zoë Prinsloo , the 20-year-old environmentalist who is leading the change in Cape Town, South Africa. When Zoë was just 10 years old, she started cleaning up her local beach and inviting family and friends to join her. This passion for sustainability and the environment only grew stronger, leading her to found Save A Fishie , a company that sells eco-friendly and b...

In this episode of Saving Tomorrow's Planet , we have an exclusive chat with Czar Carbonell , the visionary CEO and co-founder of Magwai , a leading sustainable personal care brand based in the beautiful Philippines. Find out how a devastating typhoon that hit Czar's home 15 years ago sparked her interest in climate change and trash management, which led her to start Magwai. Magwai is we...

Let's talk about sustainable tourism preservation with inspiring industry expert Saul Blanco Sosa . He's from Guatemala and lives near the famous Mayan city of Tikal. He is currently the Director of Sustainable Travel Programme at Preferred by Nature , and has been advocating sustainability in the travel sector since 1994. This conversation is about how travel can help people learn and m...

AG is a passionate photographer, artist, and environmental activist from the Philippines. He has been doing large-scale murals around the world for the last 14 years. His subjects focus on climate justice, indigenous people, and marine environments. In 1999, he joined the first-ever humpback whale migration research in the Philippines and spent months at sea taking photos. Through his photographs,...

In this Part 2 episode, Jonathan Co from the Philippines talked about the value of recycling plastics into new products. We discussed the differences between virgin plastic and recycled plastic. He emphasized the need for consumers to be educated on the correct sorting and cleaning of plastics. We also talked about the possibility of rewarding consumers for sorting and cleaning plastic. As we wrap...

Jonathan Co has a strong commitment to the practice of producing things from recycled plastic. He is a Plastic Engineer from the British Columbia Institute of Technology . His last 16 years have been spent working in the plastics manufacturing industry. Currently, he is the Project Head of Sentinel Upcycling Technologies . He s upports recycling as one of several approaches to completing the plast...

In this week’s episode, Jeremy speaks with Bubba Cook and discovers the incredible mission he is on to save the tuna in the Pacific Ocean. An extended interview because of the richness of the stories, Bubba both shares the troubling state of tuna stocks but also his efforts to control over fishing.   To find out more about Bubba read more on this interesting profile: http://gfetw.org/wp-content/up...

In this week’s episode, Jeremy speaks with Igor Milosavljevic and discusses the environment of Serbia and dives deep into its own environmental issues. They break down carbon farming and the incredible systems of using our earth's soil to utilise carbon reduction, this form of carbon storage is a win all around.   To find out more about Igor feel free to visit his LinkedIn page: https://www.l...

In this week’s episode, Jeremy takes time to reflect on Season Two so far and brings in the expert thoughts and ideas he has developed within his current role at Kantar. Jeremy summaries some of the learnings from the previous inspiring guests and produces his top 5 key takeaway themes.  Jeremy touches on the big issue of plastic and helps answer WHY, after knowing the disastrous impact of single-...

Gabrielle takes us on her tremendous journey of how she co-founded the Momentom Collective. An artist residency held across Central America for like-minded individuals to come together and create 'alternative realities'. The Covid-19 pandemic led to a shift in these residencies, to now have a focus on permaculture and provide an educational incubator for community, sustainability and art...

 Are we heading for a mass nature extinction? Nature is in a massive decline, and we, as a society, have become too disconnected from nature to even notice the drastic changes. Listen to James and Jeremy discuss how to become more aware of these changes happening around us and even better – what is being done to help prevent it. Can the collective power drive the change needed to reverse the way w...

In this episode, Xavier and Jeremy discuss the opportunity for a more energy-efficient future.  Xavier reveals some shocking truths about where energy is currently being lost and shares the incredible sustainability-focused work the team at Schneider Electric are doing.  Xavier is a true expert when it comes to energy efficiency and this podcast covers some key areas of improvement such as workpla...

In the most western part of Ukraine, Michel has dedicated his life to maintaining the biodiversity of the wild Carpathian Mountains. His work includes running a livestock farm, managing an NGO and producing buffalo mozzarella cheese. He is a true believer in traditional, sustainable farming and he helps to support and educate those seeking to live in a simple, natural, alternative way from the dom...

Peter Schelstraete is the co-founder and CEO of Ubuntoo, an environmental solutions platform promoting sustainable economic growth. Previously, Peter’s career span 19 years at The Coca-Cola Company, within a variety of roles including Global VP Digital and Assets for and CMO for the Asia Pacific.  Within this episode, Peter and Jeremy discuss how Ubuntoo is connecting individuals, entrepreneurs an...