Slimy, slithering worms. Our image of these crawly critters may be outdated according to Cathy Nesbitt, founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters – a business built on vermicomposting (composting with worms). Sharing insight into the world of converting household waste to nutrient-rich fertilizer, Cathy Nesbitt openly discusses the basis of her composting business and what is making it a huge success in the world of business.
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Dr. Anthony Watanabe, CEO and President of The Innovolve Group, joins PSTV host, Randall Craig, in a look at sustainability from a local and global perspective.
more...How much do you do for the environment? Bob Oliver, CEO of Pollution Probe, discusses all the work this environmental organization does. With work in defining environmental problems through research; promoting understanding through education; and, pressing for practical solutions through advocacy – there is a lot to cover in this one-on-one interview.
more...“We’re all about the celebration of Craft Beer.” Greg Taylor, Co-Founder of Steam Whistle Brewing Company, joins host Randall Craig as they discuss the art of brewing beer. Tracing his path to his current role, Greg Taylor tells the story behind the business. From bottle design and packaging to ingredients and brewing process, he reveals the advantages and disadvantages of craft brewing. Greg Taylor reveals why Steam Whistle Brewing focuses on doing one thing really well and how that focus has launched a successful brand. The interview continues onto grow opportunities and industry trends as he touches on what’s in store for Steam Whistle Brewing Company.
more...“Small groups of dedicated people are the ones who make huge amounts of change,” says Andre Mech, Principal at Mech and Associates. Discussing emissions, carbon credits, and offsets, he explores greenhouse gas measurement and explains how it’s done. As Andre Mech breaks down the complex terminology, he explains the existing systems, the growth of the industry, and the role that government plays. Siting facts and figures, he discusses the Kyoto Treaty – the impact and the disappointment – while encouraging our own due diligence.
more...It makes sense to invest in cleaner forms of energy, but what is the business of ‘Green’ power? President of Bullfrog Power, Tom Heintzman helps define what “green” power is and why a mortgage on the environment isn’t what we want to leave behind. Sharing how Bullfrog Power began, their successes and their challenges, Tom Heintzman explains why most people don’t play a role in decisions relating to energy and why educating consumers is a priority. From Wind Turbines and Solar Thermal Deployment to ‘Green’ Natural Gas and Biodiesel, he talks about the new developments being proposed and how the eco-logo can help consumers make smarter choices.
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