Get the latest insights on climate change and breakthrough technologies and innovations that are fighting climate change! According to a United Nations climate change report, the evidence of human-caused climate change is overwhelming and continues to strengthen. The impacts of climate change are intensifying and climate-related threats to our physical, social, and economic well-being are rising at an unprecedented rate. Widespread climate changes are causing extreme heat, severe drought, un ...
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Disruptors for GOOD explores social entrepreneurship and social enterprises around the world who have dedicated their lives to ethical fashion, impact investing, climate change, sustainable travel, and businesses that impact the world in a positive way. The founder of Causeartist, Grant Trahant, does one-on-one interviews with some of the most creative and impactful startups and brands around the world.
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In episode 212 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Sanchali Pal, Founder & CEO at Commons, on helping people make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives. The app focuses on meeting people where they are and helping them make better choices when it comes to shopping. The app provides information on brands that are more sustain…
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Samantha Rudolph // Co-Founder at Babyation - Revolutionizing Breastfeeding with Modern Technology
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In episode 211 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Samantha Rudolph, the visionary Co-founder of Babyation. Samantha shares her inspiring journey of building a modern breast pump that is revolutionizing the breastfeeding experience for mothers everywhere. In the revolving world of parenting technology, Babyation…
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Navjot Sawhney // Founder of The Washing Machine Project: creating the world's first flat-packable, manual washing machine that empowers women and girls to reclaim lost hours, pursue education, and generate ...
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In episode 210 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Navjot Sawhney, Founder of The Washing Machine Project, on creating the world's first flat-packable, manual washing machine that empowers women and girls to reclaim lost hours, pursue education, and generate income. Imagine a world where laundry isn't a chore, but a chance. A chance fo…
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Brett Hagler // CEO and Co-founder of New Story Homes - Solving Global Housing: The Balance of Philanthropy and Market-Based Solutions at New Story Homes
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In episode 209 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Brett Hagler, CEO and Co-founder, of New Story Homes, on using philanthropy and market-based solutions to solve the global housing crisis. The global housing crisis is a staggering issue, affecting 1.6 billion people who live without adequate housing. This crisis stifles the potential …
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Interview with Brian Sheng, CEO of Aquaria
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Aquaria produces Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) that create clean drinking water out of thin air.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Petri Laakso, CEO of Soletair Power
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Soletair Power enables buildings to capture carbon dioxide from air by retrofitting HVAC with direct air capture technology.By Scott Amyx
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“I Don’t Need Water, I Need a Job”: The Deux Mains Story of Entrepreneurial Resilience - Julie Colombino-Billingham // Founder of Deux Mains
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In episode 208 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, we speak with Julie Colombino-Billingham, founder of Deux Mains, on transforming lives in Haiti through business and employment. In the aftermath of the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti, a country torn apart by natural disaster found a beacon of hope and renewal in Deux Mains. Founded by Julie …
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Interview with Blaine Collison, Executive Director of the Renewable Thermal Collaborative
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Renewable Thermal Collaborative is the leading coalition for organizations committed to scaling up renewable heating and cooling at their facilities and cutting carbon emissions.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Kimberly Ann Flynn, President at XA Investments
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XA Investments LLC is a Chicago-based investment manager to pursue a single goal: provide investors with access to institutional-caliber alternative investments.By Scott Amyx
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Hardika Shah // Founder and CEO of Kinara Capital
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In episode 207 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Hardika Shah, Founder and CEO of Kinara Capital, on transforming lives and local economies, by providing access to capital for small business entrepreneurs. Armed with a mission to empower the 70 million small business entrepreneurs in the country, Kinara has embarked on a journey to p…
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Interview with Alison Malmqvist, Director, Sexual & Reproductive Health, Climate Health Lead, PSI Global
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Today I am joined by Alison Malmqvist, Director, Sexual & Reproductive Health, Climate Health Lead, PSI Global. She has 20 years of experience developing and leading integrated public health programs in Africa and the Caribbean with a focus on designing, implementing, managing and monitoring social marketing and health communication programs for se…
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Interview with Stefan Schwab, CEO of Enlighted
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Enlighted, a Siemens company, integrates cognitive environmental IoT sensors and lighting controls connecting to intelligent workplace experience apps, offering a scalable, interoperable solution to address a spectrum of building, space, and productivity needs.By Scott Amyx
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Michael Sheldrick // Co-Founder of Global Citizen
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In episode 206 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder of Global Citizen, on dedicating his life to driving systemic policy changes to combat extreme poverty worldwide. As the Co-Founder of Global Citizen and an advocate for global social impact, Michael Sheldrick has dedicated his life to driving systemic pol…
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Interview with Dr. John J. Berger, Environmental Science and Policy Specialist
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Dr. John J. Berger, Ph.D. is an environmental science and policy specialist, prize-winning author, and journalist.By Scott Amyx
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Causeartist Brief - Sprih, Moove, NVIDIA, Marco, Social Innovation Circle,
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What’s up everybody, this is Grant at Causeartist. Welcome to the Disruptors for Good Brief, where we dive into the top stories of the day related to impact startups transforming the sustainable and regenerative economy. Turning our attention to climate startups, Sprih has raised a $3 million funding round headed by Leo Capital. The company special…
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Interview with Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network
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Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), released her new book The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis. The dominant cultural worldview is based upon extraction and exploitation practices that have brought us to the precipice of social, enviro…
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Causeartist Brief - U.S. Department of Energy x Google, Regenerative Innovation Portfolio, Bezos Centers for Sustainable Protein, Evidencity, Oregon Biochar Solutions
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Causeartist Brief - CarbonCapture Inc, Sugar Fit, Telo Trucks, IBM Sustainability Accelerator, Kuehnle AgroSystems
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Inna Braverman // Founder of Eco Wave Power
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In episode 205 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Inna Braverman, the founder of Eco Wave Power, about her journey in the renewable energy industry and the potential of wave power. Nearly 2.4 billion people, about 40% of the global population, live within 100 kilometers of a coast. Inna shares her inspiration for starting Eco Wave Pow…
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Causeartist Brief - March 12, 2024 - Empathy, Serenity Kids, Iron Health, MALK Organics, MDaaS
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Interview with Michael Azlen, CEO of Carbon Cap Management
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Carbon Cap Management is an alternative asset management firm operating in the global carbon and environmental markets. Their mission is to provide solutions directly related to the capping and reduction of carbon dioxide emissions.By Scott Amyx
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Causeartist Daily Brief - Top 5 Stories - March 8, 2024
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Causeartist Daily Brief - Top 5 Stories - March 7 2024
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Here are the top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Welcome to Causeartist. Social Entrepreneurs Interviews. Impact Investor Interviews. Impact Startup News. Our mission is to empower and inspire social entrepreneurs, impact investors, impact professionals, and conscious consumers, who are dedicated to creating a more s…
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Nina Rauch // Social Impact Lead at Lemonade
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In episode 204 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Nina Rauch, Sr. Social Impact Lead at Lemonade, on leading social impact initiatives from startup to IPO. Nina discusses her journey into social impact, starting with the founding of Pink Week, an organization aimed at raising awareness of breast cancer among young people. She shares t…
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Causeartist Daily Brief - Top 5 Stories - March 5 2024
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Going forward, I am going to do my best to deliver briefs three times a week on the Top 5 stories impacting the sustainable and regenerative economies. Below are the sources from each of the stories mentioned in this episode. StormFisher Hydrogen Ziplines Education Zusa becomes a B-Corp Gap and Ambercycle 30 Nonprofit Leaders Who Will Impact the Wo…
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Interview with Dr. Ethan Cohen-Cole, CEO of Capture6
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Capture6 is a technology that removes CO₂ from the atmosphere while producing additional freshwater for local communities.By Scott Amyx
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In episode 203 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Frank Heidinger, Founder of HALEVAI, on the environmental benefits of electric boating and the future goals of the company. Frank shares his journey from a career in production and hospitality to his passion for environmental conservation. He discusses his involvement with Parley for t…
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In episode 202 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Emma Bukowski, founder of Noserider, on journey of becoming a surfer and starting her sustainable swimsuit brand in Bali. Emma talks about the challenges she faced and the passion that drove her to create her own designs. Emma also discusses the importance of sustainability in her busi…
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Interview with Elizabeth Whitlow, Executive Director at Regenerative Organic Alliance
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Regenerative Organic Alliance manages the Regenerative Organic Certified program, a groundbreaking certification for food, fiber, and personal care products. Integrating USDA Organic, Fair Trade, and high-bar animal welfare standards, it surpasses current criteria, setting global benchmarks for soil health, animal welfare, and social fairness.…
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Kendrick Nguyen // Co-founder & CEO of Republic
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In episode 201 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Kendrick Nguyen, co-founder of Republic, on building the financial infrastructure to create equal access to assets for everyone. Kendrick Nguyen is the Co-founder and CEO of Republic, a pioneering platform dedicated to democratizing investing and making it universally accessible. Under…
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Interview with Frank Pao, Chair of Industrial Advisory Board on Center of Energy Harvesting Material & Systems
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Frank Pao, Chair of Industrial Advisory Board on Center of Energy Harvesting Material & Systems, The National Science Foundation.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Jan Skjoldhammer, CEO of NoviOcean
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NoviOcean is a wave energy developer that uses ocean waves to generate electricity.By Scott Amyx
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In episode 200 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Ben Christensen, co-founder of Cambium, on transforming trees into sustainable materials and the inefficiencies in the lumber industry. The business focuses on salvaging wood from urban areas and processing it locally, creating a more sustainable supply chain. The company's carbon-smar…
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Interview with Stéphane Germain, President & CEO of GHGSat
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GHGSat monitors emissions from space, using its satellites and aircraft sensors to measure greenhouse gas emissions directly from industrial sites, providing actionable insights to businesses, governments, and regulators.By Scott Amyx
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Kevin Noertker // Co-founder & CEO of Ampaire
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In episode 199 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Kevin Noertker, Co-founder and CEO of Ampaire, on his journey and the vision to decarbonize aviation. He discusses the advancements in hybrid electric planes and the challenges of building a sustainable future for aviation. About Kevin: Kevin Noertker is Co-founder and CEO of Ampaire. …
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Jason Marks and Forrest North // Co-founders of TELO Trucks
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In episode 198 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Jason Marks and Forrest North, Co-founders of Telo Trucks, on their journey to creating Tello Trucks, an electric vehicle company focused on building utilitarian small trucks. The founders talk about their backgrounds in the EV industry and the catalyst for starting TELO. The conversat…
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Antonio Nuño // Co-founder of Someone Somewhere
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In episode 197 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Antonio Nuño, Co-founder and CEO of Someone Somewhere, on his journey starting the brand and the impact it has had on alleviating poverty through business and commerce. The conversation covers topics such as the transition from B2C to B2B, pitching to Fortune 500 companies, sustainable…
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Interview with Ryan Lupberger, CEO of Cleancult
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Cleancult is a zero plastic waste packaging household cleaning brand.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Joseph Kane, a Fellow at Brookings Metro
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Today I am joined by Joseph Kane, a Fellow at Brookings Metro, a program of The Brookings Institution. His work focuses on a wide array of built environment issues, including transportation and water infrastructure. Within these areas of research, Kane has explored infrastructure’s central economic role across different regions as well as its relat…
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Interview with Dr. Joe Romm Senior Research Fellow University of Pennsylvania
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Interview with Robert Koenen Chief Revenue Officer Boxed Water Is Better
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Interview with Mary Alice Lee, Director, NYC Playgrounds Program, Trust for Public Land
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Since 1996, Trust For Public Land—alongside countless partners—has helped transform well over 200 schoolyards into thriving parks and playgrounds, getting the absolute most of the space available and giving the gift of social connection and nature play back to the communities.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Sanchali Pal founder CEO of Commons
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Interview with Maria Korsnick, Nuclear Energy Institute, President & CEO
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The Nuclear Energy Institute is the policy organization of the nuclear technologies industry, based in Washington, D.C.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Scott Sabin, CEO of Plant With Purpose
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Plant With Purpose works at the nexus of poverty and environmental degradation to transform the lives and land of farming communities through environmental restoration, economic empowerment, and spiritual renewal.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Diz Petit, Founder and CEO of LiquiDonate
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LiquiDonate provides the simplest donation method for retailers, businesses, downsizing organizations, and anyone with excess items.By Scott Amyx
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Interview with Dr. David Scheel, Professor of Marine Biology at Alaska Pacific University
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David is a field-oriented ecologist with experience in remote and wilderness settings in Africa and Alaska. At Alaska Pacific University, he teaches courses in marine biology, aquarium husbandry, and animal behavior.By Scott Amyx
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Meet Reel Paper, the Tree-Free Toilet Paper: David Vanhimbergen, CEO of Reel Paper
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In episode 196 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with David VanHimbergen, CEO of Reel Paper, on scaling a startup with a mission to change the paper industry. Reel Paper is a company that is on a mission to change the paper industry. They are committed to creating sustainable paper products that are better for the planet and still deliver…
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