In this episode, we continue our fascinating and entertaining conversation with John Cooper about a wide range of subjects.  John shares with us his insights into the world of innovation, business, as well as some key observations about sustainability. Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

In this episode, we have a fascinating and entertaining conversation with John Cooper about a wide range of subjects.  John shares with us his insights into the world of innovation, business, as well as some key observations about sustainability. Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Dr. Edgar Tovilla is an Environmental Engineer that has worn almost all of the hats in the water-wastewater world across North America. He studies the interconnected and sustainable management of the municipal drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater sectors.In this episode, we discuss how the province of Ontario has taken a water tragedy such as Walkerton and transformed itself through a committed collective of municipal professionals aiming to create a sustainable urban water system. Leading by example, Edgar motivates us and gives us insights into how to be an agent of change in these critical changing times.Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Erica Ayala Morriss should be an inspiration to all of us; an architect by trade and a passionate environmental activist by design.  Join us in our conversation with Erica as we look at our plastic world and how to take action to reduce the negative impact of our consumption habits.Erica has several initiatives and I hope you will be convinced to support them:RescatArte:email [email protected]  FB https://www.facebook.com/rescatartemexico/IG https://www.instagram.com/rescatarte.mexico/YT https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwWNw7vWOBpF543pwGue1agWhatsApp 52.55.3094.4440CRER Hace el Cambio AC (cigarrette butt project)email [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/crer.mexico/IG https://www.instagram.com/crer.mexico/TW https://twitter.com/crer_mexico/YT https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU5N2UDHfWsqLahmYVUMzPAWhatsApp 52.55.35894316Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Adwoa Cobbina is an engineering consultant at Golder Associates' Mine Water Management Group and an environmentalist at heart.  In this episode, Adwoa discusses the intricacies and complexities of mining operations in Canada and internationally.  From her experience of 10+ years in the sector, she delves into the mining industry's footprint on the planet (economy, society, and environment). She provides us with insights and strategies for the sustainable development of mining operations and practices. She also invites environmentally-minded people to get involved in mining to help it become more sustainable.Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Miriam Otoo is an award-winning researcher who studies circular economy and its adoption into profitable and sustainable business enterprises. In this episode, we have an exciting and encouraging discussion on the circular economy. Miriam shares with us her findings from years of studying the systemic management of resources. We discuss the roles of government, private sector, entrepreneurs, and society in closing the loops in our value chains. More importantly, she helps us realize that it may not be so difficult to start making our economies more circular! The future is closer than we think, what are we waiting for?Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Guillermo (Billy) Dunckel is an academic, investor, serial entrepreneur, and established businessman with a passion and experience in infusing ethical and environmental values into his enterprises. Today we discuss how companies can achieve their triple bottom line both inside and outside their businesses. We also discuss approaches and visions for profitable and sustainable initiatives in the fast-changing and highly diverse world of the 21st century. Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Marco Belmont is an expert on healthy public policies and also studies biogeochemistry, ecotoxicology, and pollution control.In this episode, we draw insights from Marco’s vast experience in working in regulatory agencies in both high and middle-income countries. We also do a deep dive on sustainable urban planning with a focus on circular water management and reuse through decentralized technologies Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Osseily Hanna is a writer, photographer, and filmmaker with experience in more than 40 countries. He combines his science and banking background with empathy, dedication, and passion for humanity and nature to write books and direct documentary films about the most pressing issues of our times. He gave up a successful career in global financial markets in 2011 to write his first book, Music, and Coexistence, and has continued to successfully follow his passions sine.To purchase Osseily's book follow this link.In this episode, we join Osseily on his journey across the globe documenting the sad realities as well as encouraging initiatives around Climate Change. He shares with us his insights on how to keep hope alive and be a sustained sustainable doer. We also talk about his great love and reverence for bees.*Correction:  When mentioning COP 22 we were referring to COP 26*Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.

Lilly Wolfensberger has been a sustainability activist and specialist since before the term “sustainability” was coined.In this episode, we discuss Lilly’s multi-decade and in-depth experience in designing, building, and monitoring transformative sustainable experiences at all scales, from personal to community-wide projects.  She also provides us with insights on how to regenerate our living spaces, regardless if they are rural or urban, and how to improve our quality of life by working together with Nature.Modern eco-construction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugC5m3uhWsYTo receive a copy of Lilly's master's thesis please email us at [email protected] Intro music "Fintches 72 " composed and performed by Alec Petizian.  Instagram: @Official_alec_petizian Outro music "Diversity"  composed by Frank and Rob Petizian.