Do you know what happens to those bread tags or misprinted 3D models? What if they could be transformed into beautiful, functional furniture?Joseph Klatt, the founder of Marble Plastics, is on a mission to revolutionize the furniture industry. His company is transforming discarded plastic – from bread tags to 3D printer waste – into durable and beautiful chairs, tables, and countertops. Their unique compression molding process preserves the character of the recycled plastic, creating visually...
Jul 17, 2024
21 min
Did you know that plastics are as different from each other as paper is from metal? Joseph Klatt, founder of Marble Plastics, dives into the complex world of polymer types and how they impact our efforts to recycle plastic waste.Joseph’s passion for sustainability was sparked by an unlikely source - a college job collecting recycling by bicycle. This hands-on experience ignited his fascination with waste management, leading him to pursue environmental studies. Joseph's career took him from th...
Jul 10, 2024
22 min
Did you know that Columbus, Ohio generates a staggering one million pounds of food waste per day?But the city taking concrete steps towards sustainability, and Aryeh Alex, its Sustainability Manager, is leading the charge. The city's ambitious Climate Action Plan has already seen success with its weekly recycling program. The new food scrap drop-off program, specifically targeting underserved communities, has collected an astounding 30,000 pounds of food scraps in just six months. Alex discus...
Jul 3, 2024
29 min
Can a childhood of playing video games lead to a passion for protecting the planet?Aryeh Alex, the Executive Director of Keep Columbus Beautiful and Sustainability Manager for the city of Columbus, shares his unlikely path from an indoorsy kid who dreaded nature camps to a passionate environmental advocate. Aryeh's transformative experience at Yosemite National Park ignited a newfound appreciation for the great outdoors, ultimately leading him to volunteer at the Columbus and Franklin County ...
Jun 26, 2024
28 min
Are you curious about how electric vehicle owners overcome range anxiety and embark on cross-country adventures?Mryia Williams, the Ohio Program Associate for Solar United Neighbors and the Executive Director of Drive Electric Columbus shares exciting updates on the funding and initiatives driving solar and electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With a focus on accessibility, Mryia discusses the $312 million in funding from the Solar for All program, aimed at bringing solar energy to low-income comm...
Jun 18, 2024
24 min
Did you know that you can power your electric vehicle with solar energy?Mryia Williams, Ohio Program Associate for Solar United Neighbors (SUN) and Executive Director of Drive Electric Columbus, shares her insights on making sustainable transitions accessible to everyone. Mryia shares her inspiring journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a leading advocate for solar energy and electric vehicles (EVs). She explains how her personal experiences, including a family tragedy, fueled her ...
Jun 12, 2024
25 min
How can going the extra mile for your customers lead to a million-pound impact?Ray Leard, the "Compost King" of Central Ohio, talks about the driving forces behind his incredible success with the Compost Exchange. Ray shares invaluable insights into his customer-centric philosophy, the key role pilot programs played in expanding the business, and the challenges he faced in finding facilities to process the staggering amount of food waste collected. With a focus on delivering an unparalleled e...
Jun 5, 2024
24 min
Ray Leard is dubbed as the "Compost King" for his pioneering efforts in bringing large-scale composting to Central Ohio. As the founder of the Compost Exchange, Ray single-handedly paved the way for residential curbside food scrap recycling and composting services in a region of over 3 million people. His journey began in 2012 with a small experiment in Athens, where he built a composting operation from scratch. Fueled by a passion for sustainability and a knack for building relationships, Ra...
May 28, 2024
24 min
Picture your dream wedding. Does it include overflowing trash cans and wilting flowers? Probably not.But weddings are often surprisingly wasteful. However, one inspiring event planner is determined to change this.Dana Watts, founder of Thyme & Details, is on a mission to bring sustainability to the forefront of weddings without sacrificing the beauty and romance. Thyme & Details specializes in creating whimsical, eco-conscious weddings. Dana works tirelessly to address the key areas o...
May 22, 2024
27 min
Have you ever stopped to think about the amount of waste generated at a typical wedding? From leftover food to floral arrangements and decor items, the waste can quickly add up. But what if there was a way to plan a beautiful, romantic event without compromising on sustainability?Dana Watts is the founder of Thyme & Details, a sustainable event planning company that specializes in creating whimsical, eco-conscious weddings. Prior to launching Thyme & Details, Dana spent years working ...
May 15, 2024
23 min
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